More Washingtonians Fleeing Harsh Winter Weather

I remember when my Mom moved to Arizona she said she just "Couldn't take the cold anymore!" I was like "Mom, it's not THAT Cold! Well, I've sure changed my tune! For whatever reason, as we age we become less tolerant about all kinds of things. One of which is the weather.

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Why are people leaving Washington in winter?

I've become a complete pansy! I can't handle the cold and I can't handle the heat! Since when did I become such a Whining Wussy? Well, it's been a few years. But, If you find me complaining...You'll also find me looking for solutions! 

Not unlike many Washingtonians, I too plan to leave for a while during the harsh winter months.

I will continue my morning show but will work from my mobile studio. And head to the warmer parts of the country where I can still walk, hike, and ride my horses. (Yes, I of course will be bringing my horses and my two besties (dogs) with me

This plan has been years in the making. This is no easy and simple endeavor. It takes some figuring out. I've been working on it for years.

I'm confident I've nailed it. The ONLY tricky part is finding the best travel window to escape the bad weather. We have mountains filled with snow December-February so that does make travel challenging. More so with a big horse trailer. 

Is it safe to travel in winter?

It does seem that more and more people around my age are heading to warmer weather in Arizona, or California during the winter months. You'll see that reflected in the absence of available Airbnb's or camping spaces at horse hotels.

Many equestrians leave Washington and travel to Arizona to spend time riding in the warmth for the winter. Most of these people are retired.

I decided I'm not going to wait that long! I'll head to AZ this winter as well!

No one wants to be in AZ for summer! But, winter? Yes, please!