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Tag: Cedar River
The Salmon are Running and it’s Beautiful to Behold!
One of my favorite things about living in Renton is seeing the salmon return to the Cedar River each fall. After spending several years in the Pacific Ocean they return to the rivers and streams of their birth to spawn. Coho, Chinook and Sockeye… Continue Reading “The Salmon are Running and it’s Beautiful to Behold!”
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Maiden Voyage of Our E Bikes on the Cedar River Trail
It’s been a cold and rainy fall but we managed to find a good day to take our new E Bikes out for their maiden voyage. We started at Cedar River Park and followed the Cedar River Trail south through the woods where the… Continue Reading “Maiden Voyage of Our E Bikes on the Cedar River Trail”
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Salmon Mosaics and the Sockeye of the Cedar River
The salmon have returned to spawn on the Cedar River, primarily Chinook, Coho and Sockeye. Their journey was not a simple one. Having left the Pacific Ocean, they entered Puget Sound, made their way through the Ballard Locks, into the fresh water of Lake… Continue Reading “Salmon Mosaics and the Sockeye of the Cedar River”
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Reflections on the Cedar River
Last week we took a walk on the Cedar River Trail. It had rained the night before and heavy clouds remained overhead. But the river was still and placid, reflecting the loveliness nearby. For Sunday Still’s, Stillness. ~ Susanne
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Cedar River Walk and Some History
Even though we’re in the middle of a Seattle Freeze I’ve been missing my walks so yesterday we set out for the Cedar River Trail. We were greeted by other walkers including these ducks who were led by their fearless leader apparently looking for… Continue Reading “Cedar River Walk and Some History”
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Return of the Salmon
It happens every year in the Pacific Northwest. Salmon return to the rivers and streams of their birth to spawn. Three main species of salmon return to the Cedar River in Renton: the Sockeye, Chinook and Coho. The Sockeye is the most abundant and… Continue Reading “Return of the Salmon”
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March comes in on a Whisper
There’s no lion today; March has come to the Pacific Northwest with barely a whisper and blue skies. We take advantage of the milder temperatures with a walk on the Cedar River Trail. We see bursts of color in the trees and shrubs… As… Continue Reading “March comes in on a Whisper”
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A Walk on the Cedar River Trail
What a difference a day makes! This morning brought brief snow flurries to the region (the earliest I can remember) but yesterday was mild with only light rain. I’m happy we took our walk on the Cedar River Trail yesterday. The Trail follows the… Continue Reading “A Walk on the Cedar River Trail”
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Cedar River Trail and the Big Birds Beside
Today was overcast but just right for a morning walk along the Cedar River Trail. The river was flowing gently while reflecting the flowers and trees alongside its banks, and the ducks were enjoying the flow. Boeing! It wasn’t long before the Big Birds came into view. The… Continue Reading “Cedar River Trail and the Big Birds Beside”
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Walking along the Cedar River
We finally have a reprieve from the rain and decide to walk the Cedar River Trail. The air is clean and fresh, the pathway clear.. We come across this brilliant golden tree and pause to enjoy…. And pass this flock of big birds on the banks of the river.. Until we… Continue Reading “Walking along the Cedar River”
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