Better Living, Better Lawn Care in Redmond
The annual bike race, as well as Washington state's only velodrome, have earned Redmond the title of "Bicycle Capital of the Northwest." Bicycle culture goes way back here; the Derby Days began in 1939 as a race around Lake Sammamish. Since then it has become a full weekend event including the bicycle race, a parade, entertainment, local food, a beer garden, and other activities.
While the abundant forests and waterways of the region previously provided work for loggers and fishermen, today, Redmond is home to the tech giants Microsoft and Nintendo. The Microsoft campus covers more than 8 million square feet, and the company employs nearly 100,000 full- and part-time workers. While the tech industry is the economic lifeblood of the city, its heart remains rooted in the rich Northwestern forests and waterways.
The 640-acre Marymoor Park is in the heart of this city; it’s the place to go for biking, hiking, and rock climbing. It’s also a place to dive deep into the history here: In 2008, stone artifacts were found at Bear Creek, between Marymoor Park and the nearby Redmond Town Center shopping mall. The artifacts included stone flakes, awls, scrapers, and spear points. Carbon dating determined these were the oldest stone tools ever found in Western Washington, made about 10,000 years ago.
In addition to all of the outdoor activities here, Marymoor Park's natural environment makes the 5,000-seat outdoor entertainment venue home to the Seattle area's best open-air concerts.
The Sammamish River Trail is another gem here in Redmond; the lovely trail connects Lake Washington and Lake Sammamish for walking, cycling, and paddling. You’ll encounter hundreds of turtles, kingfishers, and great blue herons on your languid trip along the trail. The trail can also take you to fun places, such as wineries in Woodinville, or to the Saturday farmers market at 7730 Leary Way.
You could easily hike or bike to the Woodinville wine country, with more than 100 wineries and tasting rooms. This gorgeous valley is famous for winemaking, fine food, and microbrewing.
The Evans Creek Preserve is yet one more place to experience the beauty of the Pacific Northwest. It’s especially lovely walking here in the morning when the mist is rising from the wetlands. While it’s right here in the city, it feels like you’re miles away, among the wild forests, creeks, and ferns.
The fine summer weather won’t last long, and there is so much to enjoy in this beautiful part of the world. You may love nature, but yard work is probably the last thing on your fun list. That’s why you need to call in LawnStarter, the high tech lawn maintenance solution. Just input your ZIP code into the free Android or iOS app, or log onto their website. That will bring up a comprehensive menu of lawn care services to choose from. Add lawn mowing, tree trimming, fertilizing, and any other lawn maintenance you need to the shopping cart. Set the schedule and check out. While you’re enjoying the beauty of the PNW this weekend, a crew of lawn care professionals will be doing all the dirty work for you.
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Location: Redmond, WA 98052
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