What is it like living in the Pacific Northwest?
The Pacific Northwest is comprised of U.S. states of Oregon, Washington, and Idaho, and the Canadian province of British Columbia - and sometimes Alaska is included. The Pacific Northwest, also referred to as PNW, it a diverse area with mountains, the pacific ocean, lakes, islands, volcanoes, deserts and rainforests. It is one of the most diverse climates in the United States. People who live here love the outdoors and the beauty.
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What is it like living in the Pacific Northwest?

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The Pacific Northwest is comprised of U.S. states of Oregon, Washington, and Idaho, and the Canadian province of British Columbia - and sometimes Alaska is included. The Pacific Northwest, also referred to as PNW, it a diverse area with mountains, the pacific ocean, lakes, islands, volcanoes, deserts and rainforests. It is one of the most diverse climates in the United States. People who live here love the outdoors and the beauty.
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