by Emily Zirkle | Jun 30, 2017 | Run With Rainier
Here at Rainier Fruit we know about heat. Our orchards are located in the Columbia Valley which is essentially a desert. Although cold in the winter, the summer temperatures can easily exceed 90+ degrees and even 100+ degrees from time to time. Hot temperatures are...
by Emily Zirkle | Jun 6, 2017 | Hiking and Camping
Prepare for Success – The Tools of the Trade Whether you are starting a new active lifestyle, getting into a new hobby – or like us – farming apples, cherries and blueberries, there are a few tools of the trade that make your progress go a little smoother. We...
by Emily Zirkle | May 16, 2017 | Run With Rainier
When the cherry blossoms finally start to bloom here in Washington we know Spring has sprung and summer is right around the corner. Many of us start planning summer vacations and get itchy to get outside. The same applies for starting workout or running routines. With...
by Emily Zirkle | May 4, 2017 | Home and Family
When we talk about pets people become passionate. There are pictures and stories that are immediately shared which made our last post on running with dogs so much fun. And while we are on the topic we decided we should have Laura, our running ambassador from This...
by Emily Zirkle | Apr 6, 2017 | Boston Marathon
The days are counting down until the Boston Marathon. We might not be running, but we are just excited as we make our final preparations to pack the apples and ship them to Boston for each of the runners, volunteers and staff. But over the next 2 weeks, more than...