Sunday, September 18, 2011

2011.9.17. On the way to Lummi Island

Planned to catch crabs at Lummi Island. Late start. The ferry is very small. Didn't see any vehicle, so I wrongfully assumed that this was a passenger only ferry. At the same time, people were gathering near the eastern side of the ferry dock. It happened to be an outrigger race, with only 4 teams, each consists of 6 rowers. The first canoe out performed the rest for a long shot.

On the way back, took the 1896 Chuckanut Drive. There're quite a few fish/oyster houses along the pleasant winding road. Larrabee State Park is a must stop. Rocky coast, birds and 3 otters. There is an outdoor stage, sheltered picnic tables, a short trail runs along the shore with ~3 view points that you can climb around the rocks.
Tried to catch crabs at Deception Point State Park, but was told that the crabbing season was closed for the year. I guess for most of the mainland, Labor Day is the last day of the year.

On the way back on Hwy 20, picked up some potatoes. Almost a bucket of harvest!

Quite lucky with the weather. It was pouring when entering Seattle.