Upper Watson Lakes - July 25, 2018

David and Jolynn and I had the Lakes to ourselves on this gorgeous day. 

 

Making our way up the gully to the shoulder of Watson.

We decided against traversing above Watson Lakes this time because of the quantity of snow.

 We had a nice aerie for our lunch spot.

 Back down the gully

Goat Lake - July 18, 2018

A beautiful sub alpine lake, an impressive 300 ft. waterfall, some gorgeous old growth cedar, and remnants of long ago mining and logging operations are the highlights of this hike.

 Jane and Jolynn enjoy the bugs.

Foggy Peak

I'm not quite as spry getting over blow-downs as I used to be.

Hannegan Peak - July 16, 2018

It was good to get back on the trail with Craig. It was hot but the views were stunning.

There wasn't a cloud in the sky.

 Tiger Lily

Ruth Mountain dominated the up valley view. 

The view East

The view West 

 Craig takes a moment to cool off.

Deception Island - July 15, 2018

Bob and I teamed up to monitor the kelp bed surrounding Coffin Rock at Bowman Bay.

After collecting our data we decided to paddle out and around Deception Island and enjoy the great weather and water conditions.

 Bob plotted the perimeter of the kelp bed using a GPS.

 Deception Island in the distance.

 Approaching the island

Mottled Sea Star

 Deception Pass Bridge in the distance

Returning to Bowman Bay.