Skagit river estuary

[kwilliam8]

Waiting for clear days in the Pacific Northwest has required some patience this winter. Never the less, here are some images of the Skagit river estuary. These images required some kayaking to get to a point where I could launch my Mavic 2 Pro. And this required proper tidal conditions and good weather. Good things come to those that wait!
Keith W.

 

[Dedal]

Great pics...

 

[Thomas B]

Especially like the last photo.

 

[kwilliam8]

Especially like the last photo.

Thanks! The last image is my favorite too. Imagine getting lost in this estuary maze at night or in the fog!

 

[RickinWaST]

Well done! Excellent composition as seen in image #1/#3 by limiting the amount of sky in the background. Also, the lines provide interest and pull the eye back into the image. Plus, image #2 is great!

 

[kwilliam8]

Well done! Excellent composition as seen in image #1/#3 by limiting the amount of sky in the background. Also, the lines provide interest and pull the eye back into the image. Plus, image #2 is great!

Thanks, Rick! There are almost too many leading lines in image 3!

 

[kwilliam8]

Is Little Saigon still in the estuary ?

Never heard of it. There are a few hunting cabins in the estuary. A place called "fish town" was once present in the estuary of the North Fork of the Skagit River. I think there may be a few old homes still there, but I have not kayaked in that area. There are some homes/cabins along the eastern margins of the South Fork of the Skagit River (along Tom Moore Slough). But those two places are the only ones that I know of.

 

[Mavic Maxwell]

Thank you Kieth for sharing a part of the world I have not seen. You have been rewarded by good planning, hard work and great shots. That kayaking will keep you fit. Keep them coming as I spend most mornings enjoying such contributions to the forum.
Thanks mate from Down Under.

 

[Hydrostan]

Lots of places to look for estuary salmon...great photos!

 

[kwilliam8]

Thank you Kieth for sharing a part of the world I have not seen. You have been rewarded by good planning, hard work and great shots. That kayaking will keep you fit. Keep them coming as I spend most mornings enjoying such contributions to the forum.
Thanks mate from Down Under.

My pleasure! Thanks for stopping by and commenting!
Keith W.

 

[kwilliam8]

Lots of places to look for estuary salmon...great photos!

Thanks! Healthy estuaries are important for juvenile salmon as they adjust to salt water!