After visiting here, now I want to get invited to an event here because what a gorgeous space! Came…read morefor a yoga and wine class and it was a beautiful setting for it, the wine was great and I would love to return for another event.

This winery is truly so gorgeous! And it's not just the setting, it's the people and the whole…read moreexperience. We recently held my in-laws 50th wedding anniversary here and I could not have hoped for it to turn out any better than it did. Samantha was a rockstar in helping us with the details ahead of time, and Amy and Tiffany went above and beyond the night of to get it set up for us and move tables/chairs around as the evening evolved. They were also so personable and friendly and professional to all of our guests. It was such a wonderful evening and I could not have imagined having it anywhere else.

Love the farm stand! Swung by here for their pop up Saturday meal and it was excellent. Also very…read moremuch appreciated the fire pit to keep warm. So many great goodies in the farm stand market. Definitely want to check out one of their classes soon, and they have a lot of events regularly.

I needed to be in Carnation for a quick meet-up, and I decided to plan a day of activities visiting…read morethe area - Carnation Farms (and Remlinger Farms). Arriving at Carnation Farms, not knowing what exactly might be there, I was firstly surprised to see the classic "Carnation Farms" logo with the exact font type and the carnation flower on the cans of evaporated milk that I have seen my entire life. Wait a minute, is this THE "Carnation Farms"? Well, yes, but also a no, but also a yes. LOL. I ended up reading the historical signs and chatting with the cashier for a while (there were no other customers - zero). Carnation was indeed the dairy farm that made the now world-famous evaporated milk, created in 1899. The business grew and thrived so well that the community of Tolt was renamed to Carnation in 1917 although the name changed back and forth two more times before it stayed with Carnation. In downtown Carnation, many businesses are still named Tolt, including the Tolt River. In 1985, Nestle brought the Carnation company. In 2016, the original Stuart family purchased the name "Carnation Farms" back from Nestle. The name rights exclude diary, but they have animals and is now a venue, amongst other business ventures. We missed a local market that was on the previous day. Today, this sleepy business sells many locally made products and hosts community events such as the local market. Limited bundles of produce represented the 'farm' name poorly, if I am being honest. I asked the cashier which products in the store are actually from the current farm. She pointed to the freezer case. I chose a frozen curry goat soup from the case. It was passable, more soup than goat, i.e. not much meat. If you want to visit, check their calendar of events and go for a museum tour or one of their many events. The shop itself is less interesting.

Can't even begin to explain how much I love this park. Wide grassy lawns, historic open barns, a…read morestunning suspension bridge, river access, trails. It truly has everything and is completely beautiful. There is tons of parking and it usually isn't too busy. They have yurts, tent camping, and drive in camping. All gorgeous spots. There are 3-4 amazing river access spots. The river has deep spots, shallow, fast, and slow, making it perfect for any speed of swimmer to hang out. There are usually people in floaties and on paddle boards enjoying the area. The view from the suspension bridge that connects the two sections of the park is stunning. It reminds me how much beauty Washington has and gets me choked up just thinking about it. There are endless cool trails to explore, all leading to fun little adventures and scenic views. This is the perfect park to just spend a day getting lost in nature, swimming, having a picnic, or having a leisurely campout.

This park has everything in it. You come to camp and you get to cross the bridge to place your tent…read moreor glamour in one of the cabina which by the way, have very good size for a small family. Or you can come with your car or truck and stay on one of the spots at the beginning. Either way you'll have quick access to the Snoqualmie River with splendid view. You can also fish and have a good time with your kids in this small beach. When you cross the bridge be mindful for other people coming the other way or behind you. There is a sign that you must have some feet in between groups. You'll get to the trail which is at your right. Watch out for bears with cubs. It is a nice trail with pepples at the beginning. Not a good idea for strollers but still can have a great time at the lawn. Easy parking near the baseball field. Good way to spend family time on a weekend.

We went to Fall City Farms for our pumpkins this year and loved it! This place has something for…read moreeveryone. Their pumpkin selection was phenomenal with a range of colors, sizes and textures of pumpkins. The pumpkins were pre-picked but placed across the field so you still had to look around and use a wheelbarrow which we enjoyed. They also had activities like a tractor ride, animals to looks at and there was cider for sale. There was no shortage of areas for cute picture opportunities. The staff was super friendly and we just had a great time!

This pumpkin patch was a lovely surprise. No entrance fee, Apple cider donuts to enjoy, great photo…read moreops. They provide the wagons, walk around to pick any pumpkin you want and pay by weight. Plus they had a beautiful selection of local goods from honey, herbs, to kombucha! We will definitely be returning!

What a lovely blueberry farm! If you haven't been yet, I highly recommend you check it out this…read moresummer. Fun activity to do with kiddos. Also, the family that own the farm were very friendly and helpful. They let you know which rows have the small sour berries, and which rows have the bigger sweeter ones. Our little one enjoyed picking and the free tractor ride!

There are many varieties of blueberries: some are very sweet, while others are incredibly aromatic…read more The area is vast and spacious, so you can always find a secluded spot to pick berries in peace, far from the crowds.

A while back I was talking to a missionary that had served in Hawaii for 9 years…read more He said support was difficult, because people tended to view his "full time mission work" in Hawaii as a full time vacation. I think that sometimes people think of a Christian camp ministry as a "full time vacation" instead of a "full time VOCATION". But in a state that runs rampant with false philosophies, spiritual chaos and people drifting rudderless in an ocean of confusion... we find Camp Gilead - a vitally important camp ministry serving both churched and un-churched children, youth, and families. The camp is an oasis of light and hope in the spiritual wilderness of Washington. Camp Gilead faithfully communicates the message of Christ to the lost, with relevant programs, quality facilities, and a staff with a servants heart. Campers can experience a time of rest and renewal - and then return to the difficulties faced in today's culture with hope! Knowledge of God and His truth have fallen on hard times in our contemporary American culture. We are distracted from thinking deeply about anything... because we are too busy focusing on ourselves and our own entertainment. The ministry of Camp Gilead provides a solution - a temporary haven of rest from the excess sensory stimulation that numbs our minds - providing time and resources to return to what really matters - God. My daughter attended Camp Gilead years ago, and her life was turned around. She then spent a couple of summers working there as a volunteer, and her memories still "run deep". As a father, the camp means alot to me - as the camp represents a place for fun... with a purpose. Josh and Kimberly are always looking for - and making improvements to - the camp, so each year it just keeps getting better. I HIGHLY recommend it!!! John Palma

This place is a perfect setting for a retreat, only 30 minute drive from Kirkland but you feel like…read moreyou're out on a country side. The service was friendly & accommodating. Clean facilities and friendly staff.

5 stars for this u-pick strawberry farm! Plenty of spacious…read moreparking available, which made our visit really convenient. Just a heads up, the fields get very sunny all day long, so sun protection is a must. The strawberries are fresh and flavorful. We learned the perfect picking trick here: choose fully bright red berries. Avoid the overripe purple ones, as the bright red ones taste the sweetest and have the best texture. Fun activity for friends and families, totally worth the trip.

Let's start with the good stuff about this concert venue with this caveat; the bad is REALLY bad…read moreand it makes it really hard to focus on the good things Remlinger Farms has going for it as a concert venue because the bad seems unavoidable (we tried). The good: Beautiful setting Friendly folks manning the venue interior Ample beverage choices with reasonable markup Really good carrot cake Clean port a potties The bad: We showed up well before the venue opened at 5:30 hoping to secure a parking spot that would allow us to leave without the gridlock we had experienced prior when we went to the Black Keys. At that prior concert upon exit we sat unmoving in our car for at least 45 minutes before someone opened a back gate and let us out. We were hopeful the next time that they would have opened that sooner. But NOPE --They no longer open it, they claim, because the city requires they keep that exit clear for emergency vehicles. If you arrive early, DO NOT ALLOW THEM to park you near the back fence/gate. They will not let you out the gate and you will be the last to leave. This is super frustrating because you can't help but see that there's a gate and a clear path away. The visual of an exit is hard to look at when you're stuck and unmoving. Remlinger Farms needs to take into consideration that the first to arrive should be parked closer to feasible exits. It seems unusually punitive to require early birds to be the last to leave, while staring at a blocked exit --when they give up more time prior to the concert to be there early. When cars don't move at all it also just brings up something primal that we all feel when we're trapped, (fight or flight)with no escape. After the Cake concert, with our cars In the back section, we all left our vehicles to see what was going on. One of the women there said that her sister had arrived at 6:45 PM, 15 minutes before the show started and was already on her way home. The show had ended at least an hour prior. Several people gathered and the mood was getting escalated. Trapped people are frustrated people. This to me is completely unacceptable and poor management of resources. To express our frustration , feedback and case for letting us out the gate, some folks all started talking to the manager of parking about what was happening, including telling him of our early arrival---and while the kid was polite he probably was about 19 or 20. You don't put a kid in charge of crowd control during parking exits. This is completely irresponsible and not well thought out. While they may have devised a plan to empty the parking lot as swiftly as possible, in fairness, they also need to take into consideration that first and first out is really a thing, and it keeps people from becoming irate or desperate to leave. One person had their toolbox and was ready to take the back gate off the hinges-- I kid you not, And I don't blame the reaction. At the heart of it, we are still animals that will go to lengths not to be cornered. It's understandable to be the last ones to leave if you are the last in. And that would be a normal expectation. It's unacceptable when you are the first in. Two stars are for the venue and drink service. Zero stars for parking. Will we return? Maybe if the headliner is super amazing and there's a clear indicator that this situation has been mitigated. But if we're seeking an outdoor venue Chateau St. Michelle is the clear choice. We have a limited entertainment budget and choose to spend our money at a venue that respects our time and ensures that we are granted an easy exit. This parking situation is a big deterrent from an otherwise, good venue. We shouldn't feel trapped and panicked after a fun night. I hope management sees this and makes much needed improvements. Until then, we'll seek out other venues first.

We worked with Erin of Barzen's Blooms for our wedding this past weekend. I cannot rave enough…read moreabout the flower arrangements she did for us. Erin went above and beyond to bring my vision to life in more ways than I thought possible. Erin asked me for three words to describe the aesthetic I was hoping for and wow did she deliver on it. She was so kind and sweet, very easy to work with and communication was fantastic. The floral arrangements around the venue were so lovely and everyone complimented them. If I ever have the need for florals again, she will be the first person I call. Highly recommended if you need flowers and/or arrangements for any event!!!

From the owner: Creating joy through our farm-grown flowers and foliage. Seasonal blooms, bouquets, floral design…read morefor events, classes and much more! All local to the greater Snoqualmie Valley area. Local delivery available.

I finally got to visit them :) After some years on my list, and waiting for them to reopen because…read morethey changed owners, we visited their cute place. Turn from Duvall-Carnation onto their pathway. Feels like entering to a peaceful place. Go all the way up to their gift shop cottage. There are only like 3 spots, but cars like parking very near the terrace part. I would encourage everyone parking o. The other level just yo keep the view clean. Outside is just so beautiful with these plants hanging on the walls, a small lounge part, or tables where you get to sit. Or you can always take a picture on their Cinderella style couches. Sip a glass of wine inside during a hot day. There is juice for small ones :) I didn't have anything else. But I bought goat milk soap l, and a body scrub. Unfortunately, it tinted my clothing, but smelled nice. I wish they could carry a larger variety of wines.

Such a cute spot with some great views on top of the hill. Came for a market and they had some…read morevendors, just wish they had more vendors and variety, but it seems they are limited on space. Gift shop is really cute. Definitely a really nice space.