In the News
September 24, 2023Oyster Run rolls for 40th year
Oyster Run Anacortes 2023 drew thousands despite some Saturday and Sunday rain. This year marked the 40th anniversary of the regional event. As usual, Sunday’s downtown crowd included not only bikers but people who found their way to Commercial Avenue and side streets to enjoy the sights, sounds and excitement of the gathering. Business was […]
Kiteboarding Padilla Bay
Spectators lined up quickly when this kiteboarder stepped into the water off of the beach at Bay View State Park.
In and out
State ferry Kaleetan and a sister boat pass each other in the Guemes Channel, one on the way to the San Juans and the other on a return trip to Anacortes. State ferries are a beautiful element of the “scenery” here in this neck of the woods.
Misty morning fishing
By land and by sea, salmon fishermen are working Deception Pass and environs. This photo was taken from North Beach under the bridge. Didn’t see any catches, but got reports of some after a post on Facebook.
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Looking Back
September 22, 2023Whitney celebrates: June 2007
I don’t recall details. My records simply label this outdoor event at Whitney Elementary School a “celebration.” Lots of music featuring not only students but teachers and administrators. And then there was the unveiling of a mural featuring the Whitney Dragon! Look close for familiar faces. June 15, 2007
Oyster Run: 2008
Who among us has not seen (and heard!) the thousands of bikes associated with the annual Oyster Run motorcycle event in Anacortes? These shots are from September 2008. The Oyster Run is scheduled this year on Sunday, September 24. 40th anniversary! Click here for details.
Winter sun: January 2013
Historic New Wilson Hotel in downtown Anacortes. “Annie Curtis” art illuminated by the morning sun.
‘We otter be moving along!’
River otter family moves upland from shoreline at Bowman Bay. August 2021.
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