Originally from Vashon Island, Washington, Paul bounced to Alaska, California, and Hawaii before landing in the Tri-Cities. He's spent most of his radio career as Director of Content and Operations Manager for six radio stations in the TRI. He's an accomplished programmer in all formats, an on-air personality, an event coordinator, and a writer. You can find Paul and his wife at the gym, on Badger Mountain, or on a bike path when he's not at work.
Paul Drake
A Hiker’s Guide for Pooping in Washington’s Wilderness
As we all know, our digestive system can act up – sometimes at the most inopportune time – like on a plane or while stuck in traffic. What do you do if it happens while you’re on a hike in the forest? Really, it's not a big deal, but there is a proper way to poop in the wild and here's your step-by-step guide.
Watch Norwegian Woman Make World Record ‘Death Dive’ Off Oregon Cliff
Imagine stepping up to the edge of a 102-foot waterfall, jumping off, maintaining a pose for as long as you can, and landing head-first into the water pool below. That’s exactly what Asbjorg Nesje of Norway did at Abiqua Falls in Oregon.
Breathtaking Hike in WA Ascends 850’ Using Switchbacks Carved in Cliffside
Hiking Beacon Rock in Stevenson, Washington is an experience that draws adventurers from all walks of life. Towering 850 feet above the Columbia River Gorge this is a 'must do' for outdoor enthusiasts.
Stay At the Most Beautiful and Haunted B&B on the Oregon Coast
The Heceta Head Lighthouse has a long history of safely guiding ships from hazards along the Oregon coastline near Florence, but the lighthouse and the cliffs below it are also known for two supernatural legends.
Eerie, Abandoned Military Fort is a Must-See in Oregon
A must-see at Fort Stevens State Park is Battery Russell. Named after General David A. Russell, who was killed in action during the Civil War, the Battery, which took about a year to build, was finished in 1904. Parts of Fort Stevens are reportedly "haunted" and were featured on the Travel Channel TV show, "Ghost Adventures", in 2018.
The Top 5 Fall Foliage Destinations in Washington and Oregon
It’s the first day of fall and already the vibrant colors of the season are beginning to burst in the higher elevations. Soon, the entire state of Washington and the Pacific Northwest will transform into a bright sea of colors. Top that with pumpkin spice, apple cider, and crisp cool temperatures and it’s the perfect time to hit the road, take a hike, and enjoy the scenery.
It Can Sound Like a Harmless Bird But It’s Really One of WA’s Most Feared Predators
Besides growling, hissing, purring, and screaming, cougars chirp. Yes, like a bird or a small animal.
Missing Couple Mystery Solved After 75 Years in Deep Washington Lake
On July 3, 1929, Russell and Blanche Warren vanished without a trace. Their disappearance would frustrate family members, baffle law enforcement, and cause much speculation for 75 years.
It’s House Fly Season in Washington, Keep Them Out with These Tricks
If you leave a door or window open even for a few seconds – bam! One or two will make their way in the house ready to annoy you endlessly. Why are there so many house flies this time of year?
At $70 Million, It’s One of Washington’s Most Expensive Homes [PHOTOS]
Hunts Point on the banks of Lake Washington is one of the most coveted waterfront communities in Washington, if not the entire world. And, this stunning 17,599 square-foot estate sits in the heart of the community.
Hanford’s Role in Creating the Most Cratered Landscape on Earth
Yucca Flat, Nevada is considered the most cratered landscape on Earth, not from ancient asteroids, but from nearly one-thousand nuclear bomb tests conducted by the United States during the Cold War.
Washington Residents – Enhance Your Hawaiian Vacation by Walking a Shelter Dog
Are you headed to Kauai for vacation? Do you love dogs? You can help dogs and the Kauai Humane Society by borrowing a shelter dog for a day or two or even a week!