things to do in tacoma: Things to do on a sunny weekend in Tacoma Washington - 07/25/10 01:06 PM
After a long and oddly wet Spring here in Washington, we are finally seeing some real Summer weather! There's no shortage of outdoor activities here in Washington, but with this warm weather, some activities and destinations are more attractive than others.
Here's some fun things to do on a sunny day in Tacoma:
Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium View Larger Map
Pt Defiance Zoo & Aquarium gives visitors a chance to see animals such as Polar Bears, Walrus, Beluga Whales, Sea Otters, Penguins and my favorite the Sumatran Tiger. The zoo has done a nice job of providing attractive … (3 comments)
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things to do in tacoma: Can you identify this blast from Tacoma's past? - 08/13/08 04:17 PM
What a shame to see one of my favorite destinations as a child reduced to this level.
It doesn't seem like it was all that long ago that "mystery pic" was a happy place for children to visit here in Tacoma. At one time this entrance led to a walking trail that transported the young visitors into some of childhood's best loved stories.
Now due to age, neglect and vandalism, Humpty Dumpty, Jack Sprat, his wife, and a host of other children storytime favorites no longer live here.
If you are a local, I've already … (7 comments)
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things to do in tacoma: Tacoma Real Estate | Whale Watching - 06/25/08 01:53 PM
Working in the Tacoma Real Estate market has some excellent advantages! I took a little time out the other day to cruise around 5 mile drive in Pt Defiance and see if I could spot the gray whale that's been hanging around lately. I got the call from my brother that he had spotted one while on the ferry to Vashon Island over a month ago. Apparently the living is good for the whale as he/she was still in the area.
I stopped on the bluff overlooking Pt Defiance looking out towards Dalco Point, and sure enough he made an appearance. … (3 comments)
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things to do in tacoma: Pt Defiance Zoo and Aquarium - 06/23/08 04:38 PM
Looking for a great place to spend the day that won't break your budget? Pack up a picnic lunch and head to the Pt Defiance Zoo and Aquarium!
Located just minutes from Tacoma, Pt Defiance offers a world class zoo, and aquarium, beach access, 5 mile drive and fine dining on the water.
Inside you'll find Elephants, Tigers, Polar Bears, Reindeer and a large interactive exhibit for the little ones complete with a petting zoo. We really enjoyed the Walrus and Beluga whale exhibit! You can get a great underwater view of these massive sea going mammals from the … (2 comments)
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