Views of Sequim, the Olympic Peninsula. . .and beyond
The Olympic Mountains got what looks like their first dusting of fall snow. This was the view yesterday morning. Most of that snow is fresh. It largely disappeared by day’s end, but it won’t be long before it’s cold enough to begin a winter build-up.
Still waters, sulking skies.
This full moon rising stopped traffic in the Dungeness Recreation Area on Monday evening.
This was the scene at Dungeness Landing earlier this week.
The views of the Olympic Mountains from the Dungeness Recreation Area can be heart-lifting. This is a springtime view. Despite our winter snowpack that was 200% above normal, not much snow is showing now on the north peaks. I’m sure it will be back soon enough.
Views of Mount Baker come and go. It is in the Cascade Mountains to the east of the Olympic Peninsula and is a beautiful sight on a clear day. Sometimes it shimmers off in the distance almost like a mirage and sometimes it looks like passing clouds. Cloud cover here or further east can hide it for days on end.
Sequim skies are going to have a new event! In 2012, over Labor Day weekend, Sequim will host the inaugural Sequim Balloon Festival. Organizers expect about 20 balloons and will have early morning group launches, balloon rides, and a “night glow” when balloonists will turn on their heaters to illuminate the floating beauties. There will also be music, races, a children’s play space, a wine-grape stomp, and a food court.
The organizers have found that this period, Sept. 1-3, is among our best weather time and rarely sees rain or high winds. If you’re considering a trip to Sequim, it might be fun to come to this new event.