It was a long day on “O” Avenue, where young and old gathered to take advantage of today’s snow and ice. Tools of the trade ranged from plastic saucers to the more traditional toboggan. They went solo, teamed up with mom or dad … some even did the hill on bicycles and scooters. The good times stretched into the night, and forecasts suggest there will be opportunity for more fun tomorrow. It’s a relatively rare situation, but for this weekend at least, Anacortes is a winter wonderland.
A fourth generation Skagit County native who was moved kicking and screaming from this island community in 1960. I finally reclaimed an Anacortes address in 1980, and I have been in constant celebration of my return since that time. Many of us who call Anacortes home love Fidalgo Island for its natural assets: among them are rugged beaches, pristine lakes, thousands of acres of forestland and some awesome views of the Skagit Valley and surrounding islands. Another element of my love affair with this community is its people, both natives and immigrants. They will “star” in many of my journal entries.
PHOTO LICENSING
Photos are available for use as prints and online use. Please contact me for pricing.
PRINTS
$12 for 5 X 7 inch archival print, mailing included.