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Exploring the San Juan Islands by Charter: A Unique Adventure

Most people who visit the San Juans see only the islands accessible by the Washington State Ferry system—Orcas, San Juan, Lopez, and...

May 1, 20221 min read

Snakes on the Shore

When we were cruising around the San Juan Islands recently, one of the passengers pointed at the shore and exclaimed, "Anacondas!"...

May 1, 20221 min read

Finding Groot

While hiking in the San Juan Islands recently, I came across this tree that looked like Groot rising up from the forest floor. Not the...

Apr 30, 20221 min read

Look Up!

When I hike through the woods, I spend a lot of time looking at the ground to make sure I don't trip over tree roots and rocks. Sometimes...

Apr 24, 20221 min read

A Welcome Stop at Hope Island

The weather at the start of my recent trip to the San Juan Islands was such that the Captain decided to stay anchored near Hope Island...

Apr 23, 20221 min read

A Walk on Spencer Spit

Until the mid-20th century, Spencer Spit on Lopez Island was a popular location for Native Americans to crab, fish, and dig for clams. It...

Apr 21, 20221 min read

A Tale of Two Ships

I recently returned from an 8-day “cruise” in the San Juan Islands of Washington State. Spring is one of the best times to visit because...