June 29, 2016 - Intersectional Twilight

One should regularly stop to take in the beauty of nature that surrounds us.  Sometimes, such as at this regulatory traffic symbol, one is legally required to do so.

June 21, 2016 - Hama Hama Legacy

Most schools in Washington are either out, or soon will be out.  That means that camps and lodges, such as this one at at Camp Robbinswold on Hood Canal, will soon be full of kids enjoying time at camp.  Camp Robbinswold is owned and operated by the Girl Scouts of Western Washington.  It is located outside of a spot on a map called "Lilliwaup".  The Girl Scouts claim they have been "doubling the population of Lilliwaup since 1928" with their annual influx of camp staff and campers.

The waterfront property of Camp Robbinswold is prime real estate.  Most of this land was donated to the organization by the Hama Hama Logging Company in the 1920s.  Their generosity has allowed thousands and thousands of Girl Scouts to enjoy camp at an extremely unique setting.  Canoeing, sea kayaking and sailing   The lodge itself was built by the Clise Family in 1939.   

The new dock at low tide.

June 20, 2016 - Summer Solstice Sunset

The Washington State ferry Walla Walla docks at the Edmonds Ferry Terminal on the end of the longest day of the year - the summer solstice.  

While the sunset at 9:11pm was mostly obscured, Mount Baker was still visible!