The beachfront of Mulkiteo, Washington were once nearly all industrial. Filthy, ugly and used to move things, rather than be used by birds and animals to thrive. One of the worst crimes against the beaches was the "Mulkiteo Tank Farm", which was built in the 1950's to house fuel for the squadron housed nearby at… Continue reading Local Adventures: Edgewater Beach
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Local Adventures: Sea Glass Beach
I had heard of Sea Glass Beach for years, but hadn't gotten out to it. One huge reason is it needs a car to get there, and for me, I must ride the ferry from Whidbey Island to Port Townsend, across the Salish Sea. In theory, I had visited the start of the hike before… Continue reading Local Adventures: Sea Glass Beach
The Summer Low Tides To Wander
In the PNW, summer around the Full Moon is the time for low tide wanderings, especially when the are minus 4 foot tides. We drop everything and go to the beach if I see one is going to happen, especially middle of the day. The west side of Whidbey Island is the place to be,… Continue reading The Summer Low Tides To Wander
Local Adventures: Keystone Farm and Forest Preserve
Whidbey Camano Land Trust has been on a buying spree the past few years. Which isn't a bad thing, because the land is getting protected from being developed and new trails/areas are opening up. A huge purchase last year was the Keystone Farm and Forest Preserve, located in Central Whidbey Island, just outside of Island… Continue reading Local Adventures: Keystone Farm and Forest Preserve
Local Adventures: The čičməhán Trail In Fort Worden State Park
The čičməhán Trail runs through Fort Worden State Park in Port Townsend, Washington as part of the trail. This section currently must be broken into two separate hikes, as part of the trail is blown out. This is worth the effort to do this section, as you get a bonus of enjoying the state park,… Continue reading Local Adventures: The čičməhán Trail In Fort Worden State Park