In the News
Shoreline trail, beautiful view
With the North Beach parking lot at Deception Pass State Park closed for the season, many hikers opt to access this area from a trail descending from the North Whidbey bridge parking area. Views from the trail are well worth the energy expended to hike down … and up again.
Jones named Port Employee of Year
Port of Anacortes Facilities Supervisor Ed Jones was recently honored as 2020 Port of Anacortes Employee of the Year. Port Executive Director Dan Worra noted that Jones, who joined the Port in early 2018, “made an immediate impact by bringing significant facilities and supervisory experience to the Operations team. His commitment to safety, customer service […]
New Depot Plaza restroom
Regulars at Depot Plaza events including the Anacortes Farmers Market will be delighted to know there is a new stand-alone public restroom going in on the north perimeter. The restroom, funded by an economic development grant from Skagit County, is a prefab structure being installed by contractor PNW Civil. This unit will feature a room […]
Bridge preservation resumes February 8
A new contractor will begin the final phase of critical preservation work on two of Washington’s historic bridges on Monday, Feb. 8. The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) signed an agreement with Cekra, Inc. from Wilmington, N.C. to resume sandblasting and painting on the Canoe Pass and Deception Pass bridges. The multi-year project to […]
Carrier Nimitz on way home
After 10 months at sea, the U.S. Navy aircraft carrier Nimitz is finally coming home. Carrier personnel include aviation squadrons from NAS Whidbey. The Pentagon last month ordered the Nimitz to remain in the Middle East just three days after announcing the ship was returning home. The Defense Department announced Monday that the Nimitz and […]
Power vs. precision
During the course of my Monday hike at Deception Pass State Park I gathered a number of photos of damage from a recent windstorm that featured extraordinary high powered gusts. Many trees in the park, some quite large, were scraped, broken and uprooted. With downed trees on my mind, my eye was drawn to exposed […]
Golden(eye) hour
Like the white head and tail feathers of a bald eagle, the white markings of the male Common Goldeneye catch the eye. I was fortunate Friday to spot a group of goldeneyes offshore at the Guemes Channel Trail. On the way back to the car they were closer, providing opportunity for photos that illustrate the […]
New “A” Dock assembly
American Construction crews continue to assemble elements of the new “A” Dock (commercial dock) at Cap Sante Marina, with a spring completion date anticipated.
Wildlife adventure
One place led to the other, and before my Wednesday outing was over I had visited Rosario Head, Bowman Bay and the West Beach Cranberry Lake area of Deception Pass State Park. Had to take some photos of wildlife friends along the way. Hawk and geese surprised me with their patience.
Gallery features Currier & Schreivogl
Scott Milo Gallery will spotlight about 40 paintings by Alfred Currier and Anne Schreivogl for a two-month show from February 5-March 29. Currier presents his popular impasto oils using vibrant colors depicting scenes of the Skagit Valley. Schreivogl brings her whimsical themes of birds, pets, animals and a few figures, in addition to her collection […]
Colors of the morning
My visit to Ship Harbor yielded photos featuring the beautiful colors of wigeons, finches and a tiny golden-crowned sparrow. Background music was provided by red-winged blackbirds.
Dick Nelson: low profile, big impact
Dakota Creek Industries (DCI) co-founder Dick Nelson of Anacortes passed away at his home Thursday, January 21. Today DCI issued the following statement: “It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of Dakota Creek’s co-founder Dick Nelson. He passed peacefully yesterday morning after a courageous battle with cancer. Dick taught us many things, but […]
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