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Vancouver, WA Offers Outdoor Staycation

The scenery alone in Vancouver is enough to make anyone think twice before leaving. Surrounded by the Coast Mountains and not far from the majestic Mount St. Helens and Mount Hood, the city makes for an impressive sight. But residents know that Vancouver is pretty impressive even without its mountain enclosure. At the heart of Vancouver is Esther Short Park, the city's bustling town square which displays public art and holds the annual lighting of the city Christmas tree. Then... Read More »
Columbia River Gorge in Vancouver, WA

Vancouver's Outdoor Adventures Make for a Great Staycation

The scenery alone in Vancouver, WA, is enough to make anyone think twice about leaving. Surrounded by the Coast Mountains and not far from the majestic Mount St. Helens and Mount Hood, the city sites are impressive. But residents know that Vancouver is pretty impressive even without its mountain enclosure. Where to Stay The Luxurious: The Heathman Lodge The Affordable: Hilton Vancouver The Quaint: Briar Rose Inn Bed & Breakfast What to Do Outdoors: Esther Short Park, climb Mount Hood or... Read More »

History Sets the Stage for Slocum House Theater Company

Theater patrons get a bit of local history as well as a quality stage production when they visit the Old Slocum House Theater, a converted residence saved from the wrecking ball more than 40 years ago. The home, which was moved to its Esther Short Park location in 1966, is Vancouver’s oldest nonprofit community theater. It is the last building standing in a former residential section of town that dates back to the mid-1800s. Built by Charles W. and Laura Slocum as a modified Italianate villa,... Read More »