There was a day when it was not uncommon to find longshoremen dancing around on logs tied together in the Guemes Channel. The logs were lifted into cargo ships bound for destinations including Japan. Activity under the umbrella of the Port of Anacortes. This photo was taken near the former Wyman’s Marina near the base […]
Don’t be surprised to see higher traffic/pedestrian volume in Anacortes for Labor Day Weekend. State ferry customers should plan ahead for what is anticipated to be one of the busiest travel weekends in the last few years, according to Washington State Ferries (WSF). About 400,000 people are expected to travel throughout the ferry system between […]
It was 2006 when crews began work on a major remodel/renovation of the New Wilson Hotel in downtown Anacortes. At one point in the project a big wind took down scaffolding and plastic on the north side of the building. The brick building is now operating under the umbrella of the Anacortes Housing Authority. From […]
You can feel it in the air, and see it on the water. Fall is on its way. State ferry Samish coming into Anacortes Thursday morning.
I want to encourage you to tap into the 20-year archives of AnacortesToday.com for classic images such as this one. Just look for the magnifying glass icon and type a subject into the search window (e.g. Bill Mitchell). This photo from May 2007 features the unveiling of artist Bill Mitchell’s high profile “salmon can” mural. […]
The Guemes ferry, for many decades a vital link between “Dog Island” and Fidalgo Island, which is served by bridges. A tiny vessel compared to state ferries coming in and out of town to the west. The ferry, operated by Skagit County, is scheduled to be replaced by an electric vessel.
Wednesday, August 23 update from WSF: “For the morning of Wednesday, August 23, the #4 inter-island vessel will be in service to start the day. Updates will occur as more information becomes available.” (See WSF website.) Bad news Monday from Washington State Ferries (WSF): “San Juan Islands Interisland Route Remains Out of Service. The San […]
Photos of a barn and shops that have since given way to the ravages of time. Lake Campbell and downtown Anacortes.
The First Friday Artwalk in Anacortes will take place on Friday, September 1 from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Artwalk participants are: 402 Commercial Ave., One Real Estate ONE Real Estate is showing works by Gene Jaress, showing limited edition woodcut prints that document Skagit Valley. They reflect the light, color and character of land […]
Things were pretty quiet this morning in terms of shorebird activity, but this great blue heron perched high in a pine tree seemed happy to provide the opportunity for some wildlife photos.
Great blue heron in treetop at Ship Harbor Interpretive Preserve in Anacortes.
On August 10 the Washington State Transportation Commission (WSTC) approved increases to ferry fares beginning October 1, 2023. According to the WSTC, the changes in fares were made “to ensure the state meets revenue requirements set forth in the 2023-25 state Transportation Budget passed by the Legislature and enacted by the governor (Jay Inslee) this […]