Hop Over to Yakima

[Via 425 Magazine] Just about two hours away from the Eastside is a magical place where the sun shines more than 300 days per year. That translates to major photosynthetic growing power, which is why the Yakima Valley grows nearly 80 percent of the world’s hops, bushels of orchard fruits, and was named the first wine appellation north of California in 1983. Today the charming town of Yakima makes for an easy weekend getaway complete with great food, locally crafted beverages, startling scenery, and an active to-do list…

By Julie Arnan May 25, 2016

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