Pool time

Playing at the fitness club's pool was so much fun today. We are not members but you can pay a daily pass fee. The lifeguard was so nice keeping the big kids on the opposite side of the pool from our little babies.

What to do this weekend: Olympia

We are heading 30 minutes north of last weekend in Chehalis up to Olympia.  Here is a list of family activities with the links to websites if they are available:

• Go to the Hands-On Museum for free Nutrition Month activities. http://www.hocm.org/events.php?eid=2463
• Take a guided tour of the capitol building. http://www.ga.wa.gov/visitor/guide.htm
• Olympia has a long list of parks for hiking, picnicking, discovering, playing, etc. http://olympiawa.gov/en/city-services/parks/parks-and-trails/Parks%20Matrix.aspx
• Listen to the Olympia Suzuki Strings Concert in the rotunda playing tomorrow the 17th https://fortress.wa.gov/ga/apps/CampusEvents/default.aspx
• Walk the mall and play at Chuck E Cheeses
• Shop at the Thurston County Flea market Saturday and Sunday at the Thurston County Fairgrounds http://www.co.thurston.wa.us/fair/current.asp
• Celebrate World Water Day at LOTT's WET Science Center.  There will be presentations and activities for the event on Saturday. http://www.lottcleanwater.org/education.htm

Heat a little further north to enjoy these activities in Tacoma:

• Spend St. Patrick's day at the zoo at Point Defiance Zoo. http://www.pdza.org/
• Be amazed by the show at the Tacomadome, Nuclear Cowboyz. http://www.tacomadome.org/shared/event_detail.aspx?EventID=16076246&WebLink=4C1.2613D7D3

Have a great St. Patrick's Day weekend!

Here are some events that are happening today in Western Washington.  Just click on the links next to the events in the list to get more information on their websites.

• Tacoma RV Show at the Tacoma Dome: You can browse pre-owned models and brand new luxury models.  There will also be the opportunity to buy accessories and check out campgrounds and RV resorts.  http://www.tacomadome.org/shared/event_detail.aspx?EventID=62744550&WebLink=4C1.2613D7D3
• Gun and Knife Show at Southwest Washington Fairgrounds in Chehalis http://www.tacomadome.org/shared/event_detail.aspx?EventID=62744550&WebLink=4C1.2613D7D3
• There are several things going on at the Puyallup Fair and Events Center.  Today there is the All Saint's School 34th Annual Auction "A Night at the Needle" in the Expo Hall.  Also, the Electronics Show and Fleamarket is in the Pavilion.  Tomorrow is the 4x4 Offroad & High Performance Meet. http://www.thefair.com/events-calendar/

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What to do this weekend: Chehalis, WA

This weekend like many weekends we are trying to find something to do.  Something for the whole family with age ranges of 6 months old to 2 years to 13 years, but also fun for the adults too.  Here is a list of places and their websites that we came up with for the Chehalis, WA area (zip 98532):

• Diversified Games is a shop in downtown Chehalis has many options of games, long lost games, dungeon's and dragons, and the hard to find games.
• Steam Train Ride is great fun the first time and every time after. steamtrainride.com
• Historical Museum near downtown is bigger than it looks from the outside.  http://ci.chehalis.wa.us/generalpage/lewis-county-historical-museum
• Timberland library programs change frequently and are for all age groups. http://www.trlib.org/Locations/Pages/LibraryInformation.aspx?lib=ch
• Penny Park (castle-like park)/Water spray park/Community pool are all in one area. http://ci.chehalis.wa.us/parksandrecreation/recreation-parkpenny-playground
• Stan Hedwall park is a large area with hiking, ball parks, open areas, picnic, and rivers for wading in. http://ci.chehalis.wa.us/parksandrecreation/stan-hedwall-park
• Veteran's Museum near the steam train rides, why not do both. http://www.veteransmuseum.org/
• Hike the trail at the scout lodge behind ABHS.  Dobson/McFadden Park  http://ci.chehalis.wa.us/parksandrecreation/mcfaddenparkdobson
• Eat at Quesadilla Factory and play games or listen to bands.  Near the SWW fairgrounds
• Always things going on at the SWW fairgrounds including fairs, garages sales, dog shows, gun shows and more. http://southwestwashingtonfair.net/

Have fun and stay tuned for next weekend's city of adventure: Olympia, WA

NW Trek - Wildlife Park

Northwest Trek - Wildlife Park
Where: 11610 Trek Drive East, Eatonville, WA  98328
Telephone: 360-832-6117
Email: reserve@nwtrek.org
Website: http//www.nwtrek.org

Northwest animals viewable from tram ride (like going on a norwest safari) and in fence/caged areas.
Tram runs every hour starting at 10am to get up close and personal with elk, moose, fowl, and other animals.  The animals come right up to the tram.

Age Group: ALL AGES
Price Range: Adults $17, Seniors $15.50, 5-12 years old $12, 3-4 year olds $9 (discount for Pierce County residents)

Chehalis-Centralia Railroad

Chehalis-Centralia Railroad
Where: 1101 Sylvenus Street, Chehalis, WA, 98532
Telephone: 360-748-9593
Email: info@ccrandm.org
Website: http://www.steamtrainride.com/

Steam Train Rides right off of I-5 in the Chehalis-Centralia area
Themed rides include: Polar Express & Santa Steam Trains, Pumpkin Trains, Kids day and Senior day, Easter Trains, Murder Mystery Dinner Trains, and more

Make sure to book tickets for events in advance.  They sell out quickly

Age Group: ALL AGES
Price Range: Adults $12+, Seniors $11+, Children $9+