Clayton Beach - February 5, 2026

 It had been years since Kay and I walked to Clayton Beach. It was well before the trail was rerouted and the installation of the footbridge over the railroad tracks. It is now a much nicer hiking experience. It was a bluebird day with a low tide which allowed Kay and I to explore the  wonderful sandstone formations. It was magical.  We capped off a great day with a late lunch at the Chuckanut Manner Restaurant.

South of the beach were remnants of the four mile, overwater, section of the old interurban railroad abandoned almost a century ago.

We had the smaller north pocket beach to ourselves.

Jacobson Preserve - January 18, 2026

The trail was a muddy mess. But at least it was exercise.

The Columbia River and Wenatchee

It was great fun, regardless.

 

Old Ohme Road Trail - January 2, 2026

Kay and I kicked off the new year with Michael and Kathy on this fun hike. We were far enough east not to encounter much snow, the temperature was mild, and there was no rain. We're looking for another fun year on the trail.

Kay working her way up, with the Columbia and the City of Wenatchee in the background.

 

We were excited to be back on the trail together.

Rocky Reach Dam and Lake Entiat in the distance.

Spying Big horn sheep was probably the highlight of the hike.

Queen of the Mountain

 

Other Big Island Adventures - December 8 -14, 2025

Some highlights of our explores with Bob and Judy 

View from our lanai at the Waikoloa Marriott Beach Resort

Pololu Valley Lookout

Keokea Beach Park

King's View Café, Kapaau

Hilo Beach Park

Hilo

Lunch at Hilo Bay Cafe

Waipi'o Overlook

Hulihe'e Palace, Kona

Dinner at Kona Canoe Club Restaurant.

Fish Hopper Restaurant, Kona