Danielle Decker
Danielle Decker
Danielle Decker is the Senior Tourism Coordinator at Visit Seattle. She loves spending time outdoors, whether that’s hiking in the mountains, snowboarding or grilling on the deck with friends and family.

Old World Russia in the Heart of Seattle

As you develop a routine going from the 210 degree Russian sauna to plunging into the icy cold 55 degree plunge pool then buoyantly back out and into the Turkish steam room you’ll quickly learn why this routine can become … Continue reading

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I’m not lost; I’m running

I recently moved into a new neighborhood in Seattle and have been enjoying what I think may be one of the best ways to orientate yourself to a new area: running.  I’ve always enjoyed running as a way to see new … Continue reading

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Attention Snow Hounds

“Put the flip-flops down.  Drop that neon visor. Winter in the mountains is not over and you should know better.  Change the wax on your board and get back out there. “ This is the mantra we who love the … Continue reading

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Sweat, Mud and Fear: When the Weather Turns in the Mountains

Even experienced hikers make stupid decisions sometimes. Recently, my husband and I ignored the weather forecast that called for thunder and rain later in the day and instead headed out on that dry morning to the trailhead of Mailbox Peak, … Continue reading

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Here Fishy Fishy

  What’s one to do with all the water we have around us in the Pacific Northwest?  One good answer is to get your fish-on!  Here in Washington, you have the option of freshwater fishing on one of the numerous … Continue reading

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