‘Hiking Close to Home’ blog a real gem

First things first: Wow! I love this supermoon photograph taken by Jack Hartt from Lighthouse Point looking east toward Canoe Pass Bridge! Now, more exciting news. “There’s plenty more where that came from,” as Hartt and fellow adventurer Maribeth Crandell host a blog titled: “Hiking Close to Home.” This blog features new posts and a collection of beautiful images taken from a growing collection of posts regarding specific hiking spots. It doesn’t take long as a reader to figure out Hartt and Crandell bring a great deal of experience — and passion — to their collaborative efforts. Their blog, and a new book titled “Hiking Close to Home: Whidbey, Fidalgo and Guemes Islands,” are like treasure chests heaping with rewards for those who love to explore. (Note: Hartt retired from 40 years in the state parks system, 14 years of which were spent as Manager of Deception Pass State Park. Crandell has hiked local trails for more than 25 years.) To find their book, visit Watermark Book Store in downtown Anacortes. To check out their blog, click on Hiking Close to Home. You won’t be disappointed.