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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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How many miles from Seattle Washington to Richland Washington?

215 miles taking this route:

  1. Take I-90 EAST, from Seattle, to I-82 EAST to YAKIMA at EXIT 110.
  2. Take I-82 EAST to I-182 EAST to RICHLAND and PASCO at EXIT 102.
  3. Take I-182 EAST to Richland.

How many main land regions does Washington have?

Washington has 5 mainland regions. Coastal Region, Puget Sound Lowlands, Cascade Mountains, Okanogan Highlands, Columbia Plateau.

When Washington state get its name?

When Washington became a state, November 11, 1889

What is Washingtons state flower?

Washington's state flower is the Coast Rhododendron, more commonly known as the rhodie. These flowers come in a huge variety of colors, patterns, shapes and sizes and grow on bushes ranging from knee hight, to that a small tree. They are seen throughout Western Washington as they thrive in the cool, wet climate, and can usually be found in gardens.

Where are the major cities located in Washington in the western lowlands?

They are almost all on the edge of Puget sound. Seattle, Tacoma and Everett are all major seafaring and manufacturing cities.

What is the age of majority for contractual capacity in Washington State?

The age to contract is 18. You can sign one younger, but the other party is taking a risk that you won't back out. They often require a co-signer, someone that is an adult.

Who were some Chinook heros?

  • Chief Comcomly (1754 - 1830) the principal chief of the Chinook Confederacy. He was a shrewd old man with only one eye. He received medals from Lewis and Clark. He assisted the Astor Expedition.
  • Ranald MacDonald (1824 - 1894) was the first man to teach the English language in Japan. Grandson of Chief Comcomly. Son of a Scottish fur trader. He taught English to Einosuke Moriyama, one of the chief interpreters to handle the negotiations between Commodore Perry and the Tokugawa Shogunate.
  • Catherine Herrold Troeh (1911 - 2007) was an American historian, artist, activist and advocate for Native American rights and culture, especially in the Pacific Northwest. She was an elder of the Chinook tribe and a direct descendant of Chief Comcomly.

Where does it rain a lot?

In the rain forest.It almost rains every day!

Where can you get small fish heating mats in Perth WA?

You can get small fish heating mats in Perth, WA at local pet stores. You can also check local classified ads.

What is Statehood?

The definition of statehood is the standing of being an identified independent nation. It means the position of being a state of the United States.

What is the number for CPS in Washington state?

If you are thinking of calling CPS on someone, think twice. Children 6-1 are abused more often in CPS care that with in-home family preservation. For more information, look at www.fightcps.com

How big is Okanogan county?

As of the 2010 census, the population in Okanogan County was 41,120. Okanogan County has total area of 5,315 square miles.

How long does it take to drive from Olympia WA to Bellingham WA?

The approximate driving time and mileage information -

Between: Bellingham, WA

and: Olympia, WA

Driving miles: 155

Driving time: 2 hrs 30 mins

- is based on traveling non-stop in good driving conditions. Driving time does not take into consideration conditions which may extend travel time such as weather, road work, border crossings, and rush hour traffic in urban areas. Mileage denotes actual road miles covered as opposed to Point A to Point B linear distances on a map.

How many decades are in 40 years?

1 decade equals 10 years and therefore 40 years divided by 10 years equals 4 decades.