Photos by Tag: Anacortes
Woke up, it was a forest morning
A forest hike … and the walk to and from the trail … is a wonderful experience at many levels. I enjoy the opportunities a hike offers in terms of photography, and it is definitely good for me in the exercise and fresh air category. Special treats of this walk included encounters with a downy […]
Sailing Fidalgo Bay: 2012
On a beautiful May day in 2012 I drove to Cap Sante to take photographs of a sailboat race below on Fidalgo Bay. Among competitors were the “Emoyeni” of Whidbey Island and “Pangaea” of Anacortes.
Powell sculptures, public treasures
Fidalgo Island sculptor Tracy Powell has created many high profile pieces, primary of which is the “Maiden of Deception Pass” story pole at Rosario Beach. He also has art on display out of doors at Ship Harbor Interpretive Preserve and Tommy Thompson Trail. To learn more about Tracy, clink on this link.
Tursi legacy includes public park
John and Doris Tursi Park is located near the intersection of West 12th and Pennsylvania Avenue, adjacent to the Rock Ridge neighborhood and Anacortes Airport. Tursi met Doris as a young man after being stationed here with the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC). He called Anacortes his new home and never looked back. John passed away […]
State beefs up ferry schedule
Washington State Ferries (WSF) announces that the Anacortes/San Juan Islands ferry route will return to a four-boat weekday and three-boat weekend regular winter schedule starting Sunday, April 26. The route has been on reduced service since April 10 with the Samish out of service for rudder repairs.
Blue on blue
A blue heron hanging out Monday afternoon at Cap Sante Marina in downtown Anacortes.
Shoreline surprises
I usually set out from the parking area with hopes of a single “surprise” on my walks at Ship Harbor Interpretive Preserve. Monday I tallied three! First I glanced up to see an osprey has returned to its nest after an annual migration. Then I encountered a pair of goldfinches. Finally, on the way back […]
Unique beak
A Black Oystercatcher works the beach. Low tide at Ship Harbor in Anacortes.
Trestle before conversion: 2005
Before it was part of the Tommy Thompson Trail, this trestle served to bring trains to and from Anacortes across Fidalgo Bay. This photo was taken in February 2005 as the trestle was transitioned to its current use by the City of Anacortes.
Peeling bark of Madrona tree
Details of bark on a Madrona tree, Calamity Trail, Sharpe Park.
Shoreline color
An outside planter at Anthony’s Restaurant in downtown Anacortes provides a splash of color along the esplanade at Cap Sante Marina. Prominent in the display are tulips and daffodils.
Weeknight sunset
I took the hint Monday night, headed for the west side of the island tonight. Morning or evening light — this island is an incredible place to call home.
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