Lilac

Mt. Rainier

It is rare that Mt. Rainier is visible from Oak Harbor on a cloudy day, especially with such clarity. I was at Flintstone Park on Oak Harbor Bay earlier this year for this view.

Growler at Sunset

The Growler (upper right) had just taken off from NAS Whidbey when I was at Joseph Whidbey State Park to catch the sunset earlier this year. The jet was a contrast to the tug (lower left) slowly plodding along.

Migrating Bird

I have no idea what this bird is, at our sunflower feeders this week. I have done a little searching but have not been able to identify it.

I assume it is migrating as I have never seen it on Whidbey Island before.

Winter Cascades

A winter dawn view from near where I live on Whidbey Island.

"Horned" House Finch

I had to do a little research on this bird at our feeders yesterday. It seems House Finches that have just left the nest may retain some of their long downy juvenile feathers. I had thought we might have a devil finch on our hands.

Monster Barn

As I was driving to a hike in Skagit County, this barn reminded me of a gap-toothed monster. I had to turn around and face the beast with my trusty camera.