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Washington
Located in the Pacific Northwest, Washington is known for its contrasting nature, with deep, rainy forests and mountains to the west and a dry, arid desert to the east, separated by the Cascade mountain range. Washington is the top producer of apples in the United States. About 60 percent of the state's population lives in the Seattle metropolitan area. Ask questions here about Washington state's history, climate, tourism, economy and natural beauty.
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What are the major highways in the state of Washington?
There are three major U.S. Interstate highways in Washington. They are I-5 (276.62 miles), I-82 (132.57 miles) and I-90 (297.52 miles).
Are butterfly knife's illegal to own in Washington State?
yeah. possesion of one is illegal. its because they are hard to open and noobs hurt themselves. they are also seen as a weapon because they can be opened quickly with one hand like a swith. which is also illegal, just alot easier to get.
How far away from Cougar is Mt St Helens?
Mount St. Helens is 12.8 miles from Cougar, Washington, via Lewis River Road. If you take NF-81, it is 17.2 miles.
What are some things in Washington State that begins with the letter Z?
· Zero Street is the name of a road in Arkoma, Oklahoma
British Columbia Canada is due north to what state?
There are three states that have British Columbia on their northern border: Washington, Idaho and Montana.
What did the Pacific Northwest people make?
Although the question is quite vague, I assume the person posting the query is asking about the crafts of the people indigenous to the Pacific Northwest.
Each Northwest Indian nation has its own characteristic designs, of course, and those familiar with native Pacific Northwest art can tell what tribe or even what village a piece came from at a glance. Arts and crafts Northwest Indian artists are best known for include basketry (including distinctive basket hats and capes), intricate woodcarving (especially ceremonial masks and majestic totem poles), and weavings (including the unusual Chilkat blankets).
What are some famous things in Washington state?
The space needle Starbucks Cofee, Bill Gates, (Probably Microsoft), of course theres the Space Needle, and apples
Can you legally leave school when you reach the age of 18 in Washington State?
No. You're eighteen and legally considered an adult now. You can do as you please. However, I suggest you check out the price of putting a roof over your own head, feeding yourself, etc. etc. etc. before you burn all your bridges. Life ain't cheap.
What is the Chinook word for mother?
La maman or mama (Chinook jargon loan words from French and English).
What is the history of forks Washington?
Forks, Washington is a town with a population of 3,532. There is nothing on national significance in the town's history; however the city has become popular after being a key setting in Stephanie Meyer's Twilight series.
What state's motto is the word hope from?
Rhode Island's state flag bears the state's one-word motto, "Hope". One of the two mottos of the state of South Carolina is dum spiro spero, Latin for "while I breathe, I hope". (A figure representing Hope appears on the state flag.) (see related links)
What major historical event took place in Washington state?
There are several major events that happened in Washington, DC over the years. This includes the annual marathons, along with the birthplace of Go-Go music. Sadly, DC was also the area where two snipers randomly killed unsuspecting individuals years ago. In addition to being the nation's capitol, DC also held a number of music, arts, and literature festivals over the years.
Was any of the neverending story filmed in Seattle Washington?
the never ending story was filmed in Germany in an indoor studio called bavaria studios, they still have the luck dragon and the public can have photos taken at a cost.
the cast actually sat round for a few days as the blue back round for the film did not work so they couldn't film. the scene where the bullies are was filmed in Vancouver.
The school they used was also in Vancouver not far of londsdale avenue. Its called Ridge way elementry school.
the scene where atreu falls of falkor was filmed on a beach in Spain.
Atrus skin was supossed to be green like in the book but they decided not to do that after it came off in filming, He also had intense hore riding training and was kiked off a horse in England.
During the filming of the film one day was so hot the ivory tower actaully melted.
the swamps of sadness were actually filmed in a real life location im not sure where. they used a platform for the horse to stand on and sunk it down. atrey actually got sucked under at one point and was unconcious.
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Where can you get a tattoo license in the state of Washington?
Well you don't need a personal license to tattoo in Washington State, although most large cities like Seattle you must have a business license and a license for a tattoo shop which you can get from the police department or the health department, these are your proof that you will keep everything sterile and clean and participate in inspections and such.
While it is true that one currently does not need a license to be a tattoo artist in Washington state now (Aug. 2009), Substitute Senate Bill 5391, passed in the 2009 legislative session and signed by Governor Gregoire, will require licensure for those offering tattoos. The law will go into effect on July 1, 2010. Also, since 2001, the standards for sterilization of equipment, and proper maintenance of premises, etc. for tattoo parlors and tattoo artists has been defined by law. Failure to meet these standards is a criminal offense (a misdemeanor).
Does the state of Washington recognized same-sex marriages legally performed in Canada?
Yes. Beginning March 29, 2014, it will recognized as a marriage in England and Wales only. In the meantime, in accordance with Schedule 20 of the UK Civil Partnership Act 2004, a same-sex marriage formed in Canada is legally recognized as a civil partnership in the United Kingdom.
Which state borders Canada Washington or Utah?
to the north of Washington state is the Canadian province of british Columbia
& you could also just say Canada or the Canadian border borders Washington state in the north
yet the state of Oregon might also be said to border Washington state in the north
in the sense of
to its own north
to the north of Oregon
& it is a peculiarity of English that one cant be positively sure which of these two meanings you have in mind
moreover it is a peculiarity of geography that regardless of which way you mean the question
the state of Idaho also borders Washington state in the north in a few places
due to the sinuosities of the snake river
What is the largest county in Washington state by population?
The largest county is Okanagan County, with a total area of 13644 km2 (5315 square miles).
Second is Yakima County at 11168 km2 (4312 square miles).
Third is Chelan County at 7754 km2 (2994 square miles).
Were there any Civil War battles in Washington?
One, the Battle of Fort Stevens, (Early was Late) July 11th 1864. The Confederate Commander Jubal (Jubilee) Early was late and allowed the defenders time to mass Veteran troops. Had Early been on time and attacked first, he would have routed the Union Forces and Washington D.C. would have been captured. It surley might have not been held for any length of time, but then again you just never know, had the President, Congress, and the Senate, been captured as well. It just so happens that President Abe Lincoln was present at the Battle of Fort Stevens and was fired upon by Confederate Sharpshooters, a very interesting story of history, and of how close history might have changed. A picture of Fort Stevens, past and present may be found on Wikipedia
What was the capital of the US when George Washington was elected?
George Washington was elected in New York City
