Tacoma Visitors Guide 2009

PHOTOGRAPH BY CHRISTOPHER DAVIS PHOTOGRAPHIC SPOTS [LOOKIN’ GOOD] [1] Mount Rainier National Park. Catch glorious glimpses of the mountain with or without snow. [2] Capture wildlife at Northwest caught on camera Pierce County Photo Contest Trek. From bison to moose, these photos will be unique! [3] Sunset dinners at Crystal Mountain. Ride through the clouds on your way up to the summit. T he Tacoma Regional Convention + Visitor Bureau sought out creative locals for the 2008 Pierce County Photo Contest to beef up images in the official 2009 Tacoma Regional Visitor Guide [which you are currently reading]. The results were impressive! More than 50 entries were submitted, bringing out closet camera cases from around the region. Narrowing it down was tough. Congratulations Christopher Davis— winner of the CVB’s Pierce County Photo Contest. Winning photo: Thea Foss cityscape [above]. [A] I love the view of Mount Rainier from the Stadium District. I really gain perspective of how BIG ‘The Mountain’ really is! [4] Colorful art outside the Museum of Glass [including Chihuly Bridge of Glass]. [5] Gig Harbor maritime village. Witness the historic traditions of a charming community. [6] Tacoma Narrows Bridge CHRISTOPHER DAVIS MEET CHRISTOPHER [Q] How long have you lived in Pierce County, WA? [A] 20 years. [Q] How long have you been taking photos? [A] I really got interested in photography during college when I bought my second digital camera [three years ago]. It’s now a hobby I really enjoy. [Q] What’s your favorite Pierce County view? [Q] What’s your favorite thing to do in Pierce County that you would recommend to a visitor? [A] I enjoy visiting Ruston Way during the summer. It’s so beautiful along the water. It’s a great place to meet up with friends to toss the football or frisbee, and then go out for dinner on the deck at one of the local water view restaurants. Would you like to see your photos in the 2010 Tacoma Regional Visitor Guide? If so, email your favorite snapshots to bridget@traveltacoma.com. Good luck! Winner will be announced December 2009. [on or under]. And if you’re lucky, you’ll see the legendary Octopus that currently lives under the bridge. [7] Point Defiance Rose Gardens, when in full bloom. Beautiful! [8] Chambers Bay Pure Links Golf Course. With breathtaking views of the Puget Sound [and home of the 2015 US Open]. [9] Tacoma’s Theatre District. Historic buildings light up the night sky. [10] The Puyallup Fair, a long-time Western Washington tradition. Show off your spirit through scones and elephant ears. TRAVELTACOMA.COM 2009-2010 | 07 DISCOVER [CAUGHT ON CAMERA] http://www.TRAVELTACOMA.COM

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Tacoma Visitors Guide 2009 Contents Unique Finds Caught on Camera Tacoma Puyallup Fife Gig Harbor Lakewood Waterfront Getaways Mountain Getaways Mount Ranier Festivals + Events Cinema + Theatre Art Scene Nature [Water + Land] Outdoor Adventure Golf Food [Wine + Beer] Peaceful Escape Travel Planner Where to Stay / What to Do Attractions Dining + Nightlife Who to Call Recreation Shops + Spas Where to Go Services Visitor Information Tours + Transportation Maps Travel Green Child's Play

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