Anacortes played host Saturday to participants and guests at the Ninth Annual Antique Engine and Machine Day, 9th Street and “Q” Avenue. Early morning rain threatened this outside event, but the weather turned and crowds came out to enjoy a variety of machines and equipment. I always enjoy the steam-powered boats. Also pictured here is a half-size Case tractor, Frank Orr on violin and a row of farm tractors.
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.
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