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To find a few ideas on places to visit and things to do in Washington state, take a gander at the Washington Tourism web page on the Internet at http:/ /www.tourism.wa.gov. Those not yet on line can do it the traditional way, call (800) 890-5493.

Paddle, fish, or ride

Northwest Voyageurs offers adventure excursions in Montana and Idaho that include fishing, horseback riding, rafting or a combination of rafting and riding.

Trips range from half-day to six days; cost ranges from $34 to $995. For departure dates and other information, call (800) 826-2724 or (406) 387-9453 or visit the web site at http://voyageurs.com/nwvoyage/.

Seattle-bound?

The focus is on historical elegance and charm at the newly restored Pioneer Square Hotel, located, of course, in Seattle’s Pioneer Square.

The hotel is within walking distance Pike Place Market and the Kingdome. Rooms start at $89 per night (based on single occupancy).

For reservations, call (206) 340-1234.

Northwest’s best

Run of the River Bed and Breakfast in Leavenworth, Wash., has been tabbed the best B&B in the Northwest by readers of Seattle Magazine.

Indeed, the log-style lodge on the edge of the Icicle River boasts stunning views of the Cascades that surround Leavenworth and of a wildlife refuge just across the river.

The B&B offers a package called “Cascade Romance: A Sweet Escape,” which includes two night’s accommodations, dinner at the Leavenworth Brewery, and an in-room massage. The package starts at $295 (based on double occupancy).

For information or reservations, call (800) 288-6491 or (509) 548-7171.

Glass art

The Northwest center of glassblowing as an art is Pilchuck, a studio and workshop north of Seattle. But there are other places to see glass being made. One location is south of Spokane at the New Morning Glass Studio in Garfield, Wash.

Artists Jack Doebler and Mary Kernan demonstrate the off-hand glass-blowing technique. Visitors can tour the studio or enroll in a six-week class to learn the art of glass blowing. Courses are limited to three students and cost $225. For information about visiting the studio, call (509) 635-1263.

Olympic Peninsula

Thousands of people visit the Olympic Peninsula every summer. Those who want a guide, however, can take a weeklong trip with REI Adventures. The visit includes excursions to old-growth and temperate rainforests in the Hoh River Valley and to ocean beaches.

The Olympic Peninsula trip departs from Seattle on June 9, July 6 and 28, Aug. 18 and on Sept. 1. Cost is $1,150 per person.

For information call (800) 622-2236 or (206) 395-8111.

More than skiing

Usually ski resorts operate only during the snowy months. But now, Brundage Mountain near McCall, Idaho, is offering a summer activity: whitewater rafting the Salmon River.

Half-day trips are $40, full-day trips are $65. For information about the Brundage rafting trips, or about mountain biking or summer concerts at the ski resort, call (800) 888-7544.