Photos by Tag: Tommy Thompson Trail
Tiny surprise at bayside
I was on a walk on Tommy Thompson Trail, Fidalgo Bay behind me, when I noticed many small birds flitting about in trees and bushes beside me. I tried to locate a bird to focus on … when I spotted directly in front of me the familiar “hovering” motion of a hummingbird! This little guy […]
Misty morning in paradise
As it turns out, the sun burned through early morning fog to present yet another beautiful fall day on Fidalgo Island. That does not mean my early Saturday walk was without rewards. Morning mist provided special lighting and circumstances including a bald eagle working on its nest. Tommy Thompson Trail is a great choice any […]
Feathered friends on Fidalgo Bay
Another beautiful fall morning on Fidalgo Bay! A therapeutic walk on the Tommy Thompson Trail, including the former railroad trestle from March’s Point. Among the birds I saw were blue herons, ducks, loons, killdeer and hawk. Placid waters and morning light made for a natural “studio” setting.
Tommy Thompson Trail
A popular stretch of the Tommy Thompson Trail at Weaverling Spit. This protected body of water features a number of beautiful madrona trees.
Paddle to the shadows
A pair of Mallards paddle into the shadows on a pond adjacent to the Tommy Thompson Trail 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.