Photos by Tag: Steve Berentson

October 8th, 2023

Kevlar canoe at Cranberry

There was a lot of activity at Deception Pass State Park today, as one would expect on a sunny Sunday in October. Among those enjoying the park’s assets was Patrick, a Bellingham resident who traveled to Whidbey for an adventure in his kevlar canoe. Cranberry Lake.

October 7th, 2023

Tsutakawa’s ‘Annie Curtis’

It was April 2008 when renowned Northwest sculptor Gerard Tsutakawa and team delivered the sculpture “Annie Curtis” to its home at Cap Sante Marina. A beautiful day for placement and unveiling, with many arts community and Port of Anacortes dignitaries on hand. Among those pictured here are Tsutakawa, Rita James, Bill Short, Bob Hyde and […]

October 5th, 2023

Skagit Pioneer Picnic 2002

Among those attending the August 2002 Skagit Pioneer Picnic were my ex-boss Wallie Funk and shirttail relative Ernie Dahl. Also on hand were Anacortes Mayor Dean Maxwell and Skagit County commissioners Don Munks and Bob Hart. The picnic, held in LaConner, is historically more popular in election years.

October 4th, 2023

Wings of Freedom tours: 2006, 2018

Photos from “Wings of Freedom” events featuring WWII vintage bombers. Both events took place at Bay View Airport in Burlington. From June 2018 post: “The rumble of World War II airplanes resonated at Bay View Airport June 20-22, as a group of three rare historic aircraft were available to the public. Ground tours and a […]

October 3rd, 2023

Snow-capped icon

Mt. Baker, as viewed from March’s Point on Fidalgo Island.

September 28th, 2023

Windows to the past

Windows in a turn of the century building at Stabbert Marine and Industrial (SMI) boatyard on the Guemes Channel in Anacortes.

September 27th, 2023

Resting place before rains come

Bunny curled up in sun-splashed area that will soon be covered with water. Ship Harbor Interpretive Preserve (SHIP)

September 27th, 2023

First Friday Artwalk October 6

Area galleries in Anacortes invite the public to join in the First Friday Artwalk on Friday, October 6 from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Participants in the Artwalk include: 404 Commercial Ave., MoonWater Arts Stop by MoonWater Arts & Joanie Schwartz Glass to experience a curated line of hand created wares from local and national […]

September 24th, 2023

Oyster 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 […]

September 22nd, 2023

Whitney 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

September 21st, 2023

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.