Photos by Tag: ferry

August 24th, 2010

Yakima Mt. Baker

Summer months mean lots of ferry traffic. August means heavier traffic than usual, and Mt. Baker is more likely to make an appearance.

August 23rd, 2010

Tillikum at DCI

Among several vessels currently under construction or repair at Dakota Creek Industries (DCI) of Anacortes is the state ferry Tillikum, built in Seattle in 1959.

June 10th, 2010

Light traffic

A ferry departs the Anacortes terminal as a work boat makes its way to the San Juan Islands.

December 6th, 2009

Ferry on wheels

A perennial “float” in Anacortes parades is this little ferry on wheels, a tribute to this community’s Sister Cities relationship with Sidney, British Columbia.

August 19th, 2009

Cruising in

A Washington State ferry approaches the terminal at Anacortes in the neighborhood known as Ship Harbor.

February 28th, 2009

Ferry arrives in Anacortes

A Washington State Ferry entering the terminal at Ship’s Harbor, as viewed from the San Juan Passage subdivision.

December 12th, 2008

Ferry silouette

Profiled against the afternoon sun Thursday was a small state ferry undergoing work at Dakota Creek Industries (DCI), the Port of Anacortes’ largest tenant. In the foreground are numbered pilings driven in preparation for new docks at the shipyard.

February 16th, 2008

Hiyu in Anacortes

Tucked in behind the Crowley vessel under construction at Dakota Creek Industries is the state ferry Hiyu. This vessel, with a maximum of 200 passengers and 34 vehicles, is part of the state ferry system’s Seattle fleet. Hiyu means “plenty” in the Native American/Chinook language. Right now the WSF wishes it had plenty of money […]

May 18th, 2007

Throw out the lifeline

A life ring from the Guemes ferry, owned and operated by Skagit County. Here’s an idea for a great spring outing: leave your car at the Guemes ferry parking area, walk aboard and then take the short stroll to the Anderson Store/restaurant on the Guemes shore, where you can enjoy a great meal. Enjoy the […]

May 17th, 2007

Back in service

I heard rave reviews from a knowledgeable source today on my ride to and from Guemes Island. The report was that propulsion repairs made last week at Dakota Creek resulted in a much smoother ride. Island folks are just glad to have their ferry back.

July 29th, 2006

Our archipelago

It is said that one cannot truly appreciate the beauty of this region unless he or she has seen it from water or air. There’s something to be said for that theory, as evidenced by this photo of the San Juans archipelago. I stuck my camera out the window while taking a flight with my […]

April 15th, 2006

Island to island

Activity was minimal at the Guemes ferry terminal Saturday morning. Only a few cars were in line on the Anacortes side of the Skagit County ferry run. Traffic builds, however, as spring and summer draw seasonal visitors.

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