Wednesday, July 29, 2009

Ferry Ride to Sidney, British Columbia, Canada

We arrived really early at the Anacortes Washington State Ferry Port.   We got our tickets and wait for the ferry to get here.   It arrives on time so we were soon on the waters of the Pacific Ocean.  The morning was really cool....

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This ferry is just like the one we are riding on.   We crossed pathways...

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While I am out taking pictures, Manuel is getting some coffee to stay warm.

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The scenery is just beautiful!

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We went thru Orcas Island, Lopez Island, Shaw Island and San Juan Island.   They all looked very beautiful.

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Some kayaks along the way.....

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Many kinds of birds are sighted...

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The Captain announced that he would be making a stop so we could whale watch.....yes, that is a killer whale!

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more killer whales....I could not get one as they came out of the water.

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It seemed like Shamu was performing in front of us but I could not get a shot!

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All kinds of boats are seen on this beautiful day!

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One of the beautiful homes on an island....

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We approach Sidney on Vancouver Island....

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We arrive in Sidney, British Columbia, Canada.   It is nice and cool but no jacket is needed.

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We get a very colorful welcoming!  Beautiful flowers....

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More pictures of Downtown Sidney to follow.  What a wonderful 2.5 hour ride we had.

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