Meredith Fife

I'm not a huge fan of trekking poles, but when I do need them, these are my favorite. I like the fliplock features which makes adjustments quick and easy when you are on the move. I also like the variety of tips and cages that you can quickly change with the elements, especially in winter when you go from snow to pavement. The handles have a great gripping function that work for both myself and for my kids. It's nice that it feels universal for all of us. Great product and solid choice.

I really like my Bose Soundsport Headphones. The battery lasts about 6 hours which is great since we now live in a world where headphones are needed for work, school, and exercise. I also love that I no longer deal with headphone tangles, which seemed to be a constant problem. The sound quality is great and I appreciate the fact that I can tune out the chaos around me...sometimes they are are a little too good at cancelling out the noise around me. I wish they came with more replacement parts ear pieces. I seem to loose them frequently, but I think that's a personal problem, rather than an everyone issue.

My husband put this hand warmer in my stocking last year. I thought it seemed a bit ridiculous at the time, but I quickly changed my mind. I loved having it for long walks to and from the train stations and it was great to have in our cold office in January. It's a great little gift.

I have been through A LOT of hair straighteners in my life and none have compared to my Chi. I love this thing. I have had it for 5 years and it has never failed me. I have fine-textured curly hair that is prone to static and frizz (especially while living in the PNW) and this straighter is a life saver. I don't know that I can ever change brands! I'm hooked!

I won this headlamp in a drawing and it has been one of my favorite camping items. I use it for everything! My kids use it for slumber parties and neighborhood night games. It's easy to work and has a long battery life that seems to never run out. It's also extremely light and easy to carry on backpacking trips as well. I know it has strobe feature for nightime bikers or runners, however I have yet to use this.

This detergent is a game changer. I bought this product based on a recommendation on Fresh Chalk and it truly great. I bought both the Lavender spray and the detergent. The spray is great and has a subtle smell that lasts for around 48 hours. The detergent really removes odors instead of just masking the smell. I am really impressed.

This is a great tool to have on hand when backpacking. It keeps the rain off your back and helps you avoid getting the contents of their pack saturated with rain. The stuff sack is attached to the rain cover so you never wonder which pocket you ended up stashing it in.

We bought two of these bags for our kids. It's a lightweight bag that weighs 2lbs 10 oz and can be used up to 20 degree (F). My kids really like them and never complain about being cold. I think it is advertised as down but I think it's only 80% down. Nevertheless, it's still a great summertime bag for kids.

I've been using Libby for quite a few years and it's my favorite. I love being able to find nearly any book and have the audible version within 6 weeks. I use it on my long runs and I am always amazed how easily I can tune out the world with a good book playing the background.

My kids walk to school and since we live in the PNW, their shoes get wet-- a lot. I decided to buy this to combat mildew and smell. It worked great. The kids know to come home and put their shoes on it if they want dry shoes for the next day. We have also used it for gloves and hats on snowy days, but mostly just for the shoes.

I bought this jacket in preparation for a rainy backpacking trip and it totally delivered. I stayed dry in 24 hours of serious wind and rain. Of course like all rain jackets, it allowed some moisture inside the jacket, but I was prepared with wool clothing underneath and I kept dry for the entire day. The pockets are deep and everything I kept inside them stayed dry as well. My only small complaint is that when the jacket is fully zipped-up the mouth piece would rub on my chin. In wet weather that can be a bit uncomfortable, but that was just a minor issue. I highly recommend this jacket for anyone looking for something to keep them dry for long hours in the rain.

We bought this for our kids to play with during quarantine. We had a lot of fun with balance contests and made-up challenges (like eating Oreos and milk while balancing) with our kids. Great for kids 6 and up!

I'm a little bit of a princess when it comes pillows and camping. I feel like this pillow is a perfect solution. I fill it 3/4 the way up and it works great--I wake up with no neck pain and it seems to keep any moisture from spreading if it gets wet. The Velvet is also keeps you face and next nice and warm.

I got these binoculars for my birthday and I think they are the best bang for you buck. They weigh less than two pounds and are great for day hikes and backpacking trips. They have a great resolution and work well for spotting goats high up on ridgelines.

This has been great for my son. He has struggled with acne and this seemed to do the trick (when he remembers to use it). Great product but on the pricey side.

We were really happy with this purchase. We smoke a lot of meat and this was a great purchase to help some of the prep. The needle is sharp so be careful!

This filter is small and lightweight and great for backpacking trips. It works great on on most water bottles and makes filling up water so much easier. The filter can get a bit clogged but just flush it out under the kitchen sink and it's good to go. It's a great choice.

This is a great way to avoid buying a new expensive sleeping bag. With this liner you can make your bag extra warm. It takes up hardly any room in your bag and easy to carry around. It is thin, but I did feel like it worked well for me on some of those cold wet nights in the Cascades.

This is great for small snacks. I like to take it on hikes and fill it with trail mix or grapes. It washes and dries easily and it's great for the environment. What's not to love?

I know that I am way late to the Traeger craze, but we love ours! I bought our grill right before Covid hit for my husband's birthday and it was a game changer. We grilled and smoked meat all during quarantine and we were so happy with it's results. The electronic start ignition is great and there is plenty of room for extra vegetables and meat. It's also super simple to clean. We also kind of love the wood pellet smell. It makes us crave whatever is cooking all day. I recommend purchasing a cover for it immediately. The weather elements can make it dirty quite quickly, just be prepared. Worth every penny!

I've had this bag for about 5 years and I still love it. It has a pocket for everything and a large main well for bulkier items like jackets and binoculars. It's really a great bag and I haven't found one that I like better.

Very helpful and easy to work with. Competitive pricing as well.

Rob is really responsive and gives you a quote upfront. Easy person to do business with.

Can accurately diagnose problems with your computer, great help.

This is more like a museum than a typical art gallery that sells prints. The gallery hosts contemporary artists and is well known internationally for its research. It really is a great place to spend an afternoon.

Kamp Construction is great for large projects and small projects, like getting siding fixed after pesky birds have put holes in them.

We love this place--they have everything! The employees are so enthusiastic and excited to help you. We get all our grilling, gardening and hardware supplies here.

They are great at responding and are always available.

These guys were amazing! We had a couple of high risk trees next to our house that needed to be removed. The team was not only fast, but efficient. Our whole neighborhood came out to watch these guys work because they were so good at what they do.

They can help with your large marketing projects or your small "cheer" banners. If they can't help, they will help you find someone who can.

They make a fantastic Mexican Chocolate Pie. They also offer pie baking classes!

They have the best chocolate croissants. This is by far my favorite pastry in all of Seattle.

Cassandra is not only a great photographer but a great community member. She often volunteers her talents at school activities and gives parents wonderful pictures of their kids.

Great place for specialty cakes! I ordered a birthday cake for my son and not only was it adorable, it was delicious. I like that they don't use an excessive amount of frosting like other bakeries. They also have other pastries and desserts for purchase. I need to go back and sample one of everything.

This is a great place for lunch. Plenty of outdoor seating for everyone and the food was amazing. The restaurant provides jobs that help low-income mothers enter the workforce so it's for a great cause. Amazing wedding venue as well.

The cheese pretzel rolls are amazing. A great location with a great atmosphere.

Great for a partial or full ceramic tint on your car and will give you a quote over the phone.

Auburn Collision will go above and beyond to help and provide quality service.

These guys are great. They are honest, efficient, and truly care about getting the details right. I enjoy working with the entire staff.

Clegg auto is great! They sold my Scout International for me years ago and I have never forgotten that extra gesture.

My husband and I visited this shop and it was a lot of fun. Lots of great novelty items! The owners are great and fun to chat with.

They is great and is accommodating to kids who want pedicures.

Jen and Emma are both amazing artists and recommend them to anyone with hard to manage hair.

Dr. Jared is great with kids. We had an emergency situation a few months ago and he was very patient with my very nervous child.

Great staff and easy to work with. My son actually looks forward to his appointments because he enjoys everyone that much. Great prices and they don't push you into anything you don't need.

They are always very responsive to my requests. They always seem glad to see my dog .

I had a family member move to the area, Crin was very patient with their situation and helped them find the perfect house. She's amazing and brilliant.

We have bought a couple of bikes from them and they are great to work with. They are very accommodating and help you navigate the process from beginning to end.

They had me at Seawolf bread! This is great CSA option that supports local farmers. The vegetables are seasonal and beautiful. We also tried some of their meats and local condiments (sauerkraut and hummus) and they were great as well. Great variety and with lots of options. I think peach salsa is in my future. *Sidenote, try the scones!!!

I love that they carry local vendors!

This place is great. I love a good tea in the winter and they have a great variety so that I never feel stuck with the same old tea. They even ship to your home!