Tag: Washington State

Morning Shadows on Lake Quinault

It was an early winter morning at Lake Quinault on Washington’s Olympic Peninsula, and all was tranquil. Time to go back. Sharing my photos with Becky’s #November Shadows. ~ Susanne

What a Difference a Day Makes, One Week in November, Two walks in the Other Washington

Earlier this week we took a walk at Nolte State Park on a rainy day, through the woods around Deep Lake. We saw all manner of mysterious life forms. The very next day we took a walk under blue skies and sunshine at Coulon… Continue Reading “What a Difference a Day Makes, One Week in November, Two walks in the Other Washington”

Walking in the Shadows with the Squirrels

On our trip earlier this week, we visited a city park in the town of Lynden and walked under the shadow of big Cedars and Doug Firs. Nothing unusual about that. But I was surprised to see a couple of black squirrels playing in… Continue Reading “Walking in the Shadows with the Squirrels”

Scary in the Woods

The woods are lovely, dark and deep, are they not? But they can be scary too. Bob and I love to hike and over the years, have been on too many hikes in the woods to count. Many times, while we’re on the trail,… Continue Reading “Scary in the Woods”

The Salmon are back! Spawning in the Cedar River

It’s been a long, long journey for these sockeye salmon, but they have returned at last to their spawning grounds in the Cedar River. Not the greatest video but stick it out to the end to see the female lay her eggs. I love… Continue Reading “The Salmon are back! Spawning in the Cedar River”

Back by Popular Demand – Fall Color at Coulon Park

They come from far and wide to see the trees in glory. At Gene Coulon Memorial Park in Renton. ~ Susanne

Taking the Scenic Route – Turquoise and Gold in the North Cascades

“Is the Park open?” (“You’re in it now,” I thought to myself, “just open your eyes.”) But I understand. There’s a government shutdown, after all. And North Cascades National Park is different from the others. No fanfare. Just mountains. And a river. And creeks.… Continue Reading “Taking the Scenic Route – Turquoise and Gold in the North Cascades”

Welcome October!

We were walking in a park near our home today when a dozen *eagles came from nowhere and soared overhead, on a mission to somewhere. The most I’ve seen in the sky at once – though I couldn’t capture them all on my phone… Continue Reading “Welcome October!”

Reflections on the Green River

While walking through the park I saw a chase in the sky – dog chasing dog – more likely ducks. I entered the wooded trail to the river, and came upon an animal tree, he offered his back for a place to rest but… Continue Reading “Reflections on the Green River”

A Peaceful Harbor

Better in Color? Or Black and White. You decide. #WordlessWedneday ~ Susanne