Discover Horse Breeds From Around The World

At the Washington State Fair, from September 1st to the 13th, enjoy two weeks of appreciation for the different breeds of horse. From different parts of the world see these beautiful, graceful four-hooved animals up close in a Horse Breeds Showcase. Visit Barn M and know a few interesting details.

Icelandic Horses. This rare breed was said to have sailed into Puyallup on board a dragonship from Iceland.
However, it was said that the breed were brought to Iceland by the Vikings. The smallish, pony-sized horses were bred in isolation in the last 1000 years and have mannerisms and gait unique to them. While other horses have the walk, trot, canter and gallop, the Icelandic horse can tölt; an ambling gait known as the 5th gear. They are hardy animals, accustomed to harsh terrain and cold climates.

Appaloosa Horses. This is an American horse breed known for its colorful spotted coat pattern. There is a wide range of body types within the breed from the influence of multiple breeds of horses throughout its history. The horses were developed with the stamina, agility and heart to carry warriors into battle, yet remain gentle and trustworthy with the tribe children.

Arabian Horses. Bred by Bedouins, living among the desert tribes of the Arabian Peninsula for thousands of years, Arabian horses are warrior horses. The harsh desert conditions developed their lung capacities and long endurances. Their ancient association with humans, sharing their food, drink and tents bred their high intelligence and loyalty. The purebred Arabian today is almost the same as the ancient Arabian horse.

American Paint Horses. A breed of horse that combines the conformational characteristics of a western stock horse with a pinto spotting pattern of white and dark color coats. The horse shares a common ancestry with the American Quarter Horse and the Thoroughbred. Known for their versatility, level-headed temperament, and beautiful unique markings, they compete at the Quarter track, rodeos, jumping, dressage, Western and English events. They make steady mounts for parades, recreational riding on mountain and urban trails, and ranch work.

Friesian Horses. Known for its flashy movement, beautiful black coat, and thick mane and tail, the Friesian is a popular carriage and dressage horse. The breed was developed in Friesland, an island off the coast of the Netherlands. Large in stature, high stepping, versatile and willing to train, they are great all-around horses with a gentle disposition. They are commonly seen in entertainment shows like circus acts and exhibitions, as well as traditionally being used for horse drawn hearses in England.

The next time you come upon an uncommonly seen but beautiful horses, you might just know all about them. That’s because a visit to the Washington State Fair’s Horse Breeds Showcase told you a thing or two.

Discovering Gardens

If you visit the Puyallup Demonstration Garden, that one located directly across Pioneer from the Washington State University (WSU) Puyallup Research and Extension Center, you’ll realize just how gardens and gardening are important in community life. The demo garden is open to the public on Tuesdays from March to October, and on Saturdays from May to August.

You will find several zones of interest at the garden. There’s the Jack and the Beanstalk Garden, Raised Bed Vegetable Garden, Grass and Bamboo Garden, the Rose Garden and the Shade Garden. Each provides its own specific magic and purpose. Talk to a Master Gardener, who knows everything about gardens.

Apart from this showcase, there’s also the Summer Garden Talks, conducted free on Saturdays from March through August. Topics are varied and interesting, like, how to grow vegetables and house plants, pruning basics, basic composting, landscaping, tips for caring for Rhododendrons, Azaleas and Hydrangeas, including Fuschias, among others.

There are also fun activities for children at the Puyallup Demonstration Garden. Kids 3 to 11 years old, accompanied by adults, have the Summer Garden Programs, from May through August. Families are also encouraged to attend to know more about the wonderful world of gardening. The Saturday, 1.5hour sessions are going to excite kids.

They will learn about the soil, how plants make more plants, the role of the sun, what pollinators are, what herbs are, and what wildlife exists too in gardens. There’s a session on Fairies & Gnomes, which is making a fanciful dish garden to take home. Then, the grand finale of the summer garden program – Dr Seuss’s Garden Costume Party – on the 19th August.

See how much fun it is to know gardens and gardening? Kids and entire families will enjoy at the Puyallup Demonstration Garden.

Gardening Experience To Take Home

When you’re in Puyallup this time of year, bring along the kids to learn about gardens. It’s an experience they’ll not likely forget and they will surely grow up loving gardens and gardening. Learn from Master Gardeners yourself and, who knows, you might just start your own back home.

Catching the First Produce of the Season

With this year’s banner shout of “ So Fresh and So Green”, a Downtown Puyallup tradition of 30 plus years rolls again into town, opening April 15th. The seasonal Saturday farmers’ market offers locally-grown produce, flowers & artisan foods, all grown in Washington state. Local farmers and producers, specialty food vendors and artisan crafters from all over the state come to the market to promote and sell their produce and products. You will also find respected non-profit organizations at the market promoting worthy causes while supporting the farmers.

The farmers’ market is sponsored by the Puyallup Main Street Association a nonprofit and charitable organization supported by memberships, contributions, fund raising events, and volunteer participation. Their mission is to create a vital, inviting downtown Puyallup which promotes quality business, cultural and community growth. It doesn’t only support the market, but also other special events as Clean Sweep, a street clean-up drive, also Meeker Days, an art and music festival in June, Art and Wine Walk, a business get-together of art and wine vendors by October, and Christmas events as well.

If you go and buy products at Puyallup’s farmers’ market, you are actually helping the community’s business endeavors, creating a positive image of the downtown area, and helping position Puyallup as heritage tourism destination.

Come to Puyallup Farmers’ Market, a premier regional weekend celebration! Market opens Saturdays from 9 am until 2 pm at Pioneer Park and Pavilion. It begins April and will last till October. They also provide top notch entertainment while visitors and local people shop.

Great Market Days Close By Motel Puyallup

Stay at our affordable motel in Puyallup for a few days and get premium amenities and awesome service. Spend your hard earn money shopping at the Farmers’ Market and bring back home goods and memories of our town. You don’t get any better deal than that while staying in Puyallup.

Paint Like an Impressionist

Are you a budding painter or just trying to have fun while painting? An art studio in Puyallup is home and host to special nights of painting classes for all those who like to learn to paint under tutelage of a local artist. To ensure a fun event, it is always coupled with wine drinking. And that’s why it’s called a paint and sip event! It’s bonding time with friends or family, or making new friends while learning. And don’t worry about the tools of the trade.

The studio, which is a franchise of the now sensational Pinot’s Palette, is providing everything from apron to paints, canvas, easels and brushes. All you have to do is sign up in their Events Calendar (available via their website) for the specific class you fancy to join. Bring your ID along when you attend.

With paint and sip studios in Hawaii, Idaho, California, and another in Spokane WA, the one in Puyallup is Pinot’s Palette South Hill that proudly serves the best in upscale paint and wine/paint and sip parties to Puyallup. You don’t need any art experience to join. You just need to be 21 years old and above.

In two to three hours, be inspired by their artist who will guide you step by step through a featured painting. Wine, beer and nonalcoholic beverages are also available to purchase at their bar. Though they have also small snacks to purchase, you are free to bring along your appetizers; they provide the tableware. At the end of the class, you get to bring home your masterpiece!

Like the other studios, Pinot’s Palette South Hill also offer their venue for private parties, corporate team building events, girls’ night out, birthday parties, and more. They can also teach you how to do a pet portrait. Go to their website and find out what’s paintin’ in their Events Calendar and sign up quick!

Painting and Sipping Class near Motel in Puyallup

If you’re staying with us, Motel Puyallup is glad to assist you if you want to join the paint and sip event. Have fun with friends and meet new friends in a couple of hours or so painting and wining in Puyallup.

Exploring Puyallup’s Art in the Open

There are more than 50 artworks on public display at Puyallup’s Outdoor Art Gallery. It was a dream that hatched in 1995 to bring art of quality to the town. It’s the businesses and private citizens of Puyallup that provide this free year-round art exhibit to cultivate the public’s interest in art and appreciate art nuances. The City of Puyallup supports this endeavor to increase visual art literacy and improve the citizens’ quality of life, providing educational tours and public tours.

The outdoor gallery features works by different artists – students, professionals, and even emerging artists. Participating artists get the chance to showcase their works, be advertised, recognised and get paid for their art. Some art works are permanent fixtures in the gallery, like “BEAUTIFUL NIGHT” by Sabah Al-Dhaher, “LOTUS SEEKER” by Leo Osborn, “ALWAYS GROWING” by Austin Byers, and “SPRING DANCES” by Grace Nirschl. They also feature rotating art by some artists, like Lance Carleton, Jim Johnson, and Olinka Broadfoot. Every year, the city picks their ‘People’s Choice’ from among the art works shown that year.

The whole showcase is often called ADT or Arts Downtown and people come to look and appreciate while others come for the education program and lecture series. ADT depends a lot on people’s donations, organization grants, and other forms of financial assistance. They encourage membership and membership fees as they work in a totally all-volunteer and non-profit organization.

Feeling the People’s Pulse in Art in Puyallup

If you’re in Puyallup and staying at our Motel in Puyallup, come and experience the town’s Open Art Gallery in Pioneer Park. Through art appreciation, feel the people’s pulse and know why folks here are warm and welcoming.

Pumpkins, Berries, Corn and more in Puyallup

The state of Washington has 40,000 farms with 300 specialty crops contributing to a diverse agri-economy. The soil is rich, the climate diverse, and irrigation is large-scale that make the state one of the most productive growing regions in the country and in the world. Washington is the second largest producer of wines in the US, being the first in US production of grapes. It also ranks first in the U.S. for production of apples, sweet cherries, pears, red raspberries and hops, and second in the production of potatoes. Around Puyallup, you’d come across some of the most thriving farms that made Washington famous in produce.

The Double R Farms, a third generation family farm between Tacoma and Puyallup, just off River Road, features a five-acre corn maze and the largest selection of pumpkins in the Puyallup Valley, every October. Kids will love the pumpkin slingshots, tractor hayrides, decorative gourds, and the farm animals, of course. The Duris Cucumber Farm grows strawberries in mid-June, pickling and slicing cucumbers from August to September; there’s also green beans, zucchini, squash, and dill.

The Linbo Blueberry farm is a 70 year old farm with many heirloom varieties of blueberries when fruit is ripe, usually mid to late July and picking is encouraged. The Picha Farm invites in June and July to enjoy delicious strawberries, raspberries and blackberries; in October, they hold the Pumpkin Patch and Corn Maze. Family owned since 1882, the Spooner Farm is still growing the best Washington berries; harvesting raspberries, blackberries, blueberries, and corn happens in July and August. Then there’s the Wild hare Organic Farms, your year-round stop for seasonal organic fruit, vegetables, eggs, seeds, plants and truly delicious local foods.

Any Season is Good Season

If you can time your visit to Puyallup during harvest season, you’ll have your fill of some of Washington’s renown produce and go home with the best buys. Otherwise, any season is good season to visit. When you do, staying at our motel in Puyallup gives you the chance to see our farms.

What Puyallup offers the Traveler

Puyallup is a small city between Tacoma and Seattle, named after the Puyallup tribe of native Americans who inhabited the valley in the 1830s and 1840s. When the first European settlers came in the 1850s, they called the place Puyallup after the natives, meaning “the generous people.” It used to be a maze of creeks and old forest growth, and started to develop in the turn of the 20th century with the development of the railway system and nearby Tacoma. With its Oceanic climate, the city’s winters are cool and wet, though snow is rare. Summers are into the mid to upper 40’s.

Daffodils grow in acres in Puyallup’s fertile soil and are known world-wide. The annual Daffodil Parade during spring draws many visitors with its floats and marching bands. The city is nationally known also for the Washington State Fair, one of the ten largest fairs in the country with an amazing 15,000 attractions visited by over 1 million people a year during April and in September.

Its downtown is made up of historic buildings, like the Ezra Meeker’s mansion, whose owner was an Oregon Trail pioneer. There are also a myriad of antique shops and stores for the antique lovers, particularly along Meridian Street, while you also find about 32 outdoor public artworks in what they call Arts Downtown Outdoor Gallery. The kids will love Puyallup for its parks and playgrounds, such as Pioneer Park with its own fun spray park, Bradley Lake Park where you can do fishing, and Clarks Creek Park with tennis courts and a softball field, among several parks. And if you time your visit from early May to late October, you’d enjoy their Farmers’ Market that showcases home-grown produce and plants, baked goods, and crafts.

Wide choices and Unlimited Fun near Motel Puyallup

Puyallup is the place for unlimited entertainment. Come join its heritage festivals, expos, concerts and seasonal celebrations. Enjoy this little town while staying at Motel Puyallup.