Monday, November 29, 2010

Why Westport in Winter?

As Fall turns to Winter... and as the temperatures along I-5 take a deep drop... the coast is often mild and beautiful. Here at dawn, the wind turbines on the bluff overlooking Grayland stand tall over the cranberry fields.

Temperatures can dip down here too (note the frost on the dune grass) but rarely stay down long and in the absence of wind (yes...it actually happens :-) even the colder moments allow an enjoyable walk on the beach!


Of course... your best friend doesn't mind the brisk air at all.

Colors are intensified by the rising sun and a solitary stroll in the sand is an inspiring way to start the day.







Beachcombing can be rewarding as well with the chance to find true treasure on the beach... or a seashell or agate for your collection.


Whether you find that rare glass ball... or simply find fresh air and open beaches... a visit to the coast will refresh your senses and may put life back in perspective. Why not rediscover the South Beach soon?


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Tuesday, November 23, 2010

Thankful for the beach...

The snow dumped on most of Western Washington recently but the beach was dry and clear... with whitewater as far as the eye could see.


At the marina the decorations are up for the holidays with the arrival of Santa... by Coast Guard Cutter scheduled for the first saturday in December.



Tis the season to gather family and friends and take time to enjoy the beauty of the Pacific Coast! For waterfront vacation rental options... CLICK HERE


HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

Monday, November 15, 2010

Dramatic November Weather

People talk about living in a region that has "changing seasons" but here at the beach we have some days where you get to experience several seasons... in the same day! These pictures were taken all on the same day...

I took a long lunch break and got the surfing and pelican pics...

and then in the afternoon as I left work I got this picture of the storm tower overlooking halfmoon bay...


Down the beach not 30 minutes later I spotted this young bald eagle in a tree top...


and then caught the sun on the wind turbines overlooking the cranberry bogs in Grayland.



Then I headed over to the beach to take this sunset picture before getting home at the end of a "days work".


All in all... an enjoyable day and more proof that the opportunity to appreciate nature (in all of it's forms) abounds here on the South Beach. Why not immerse yourself in it soon?
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