Orcas Island in September

Somehow I forgot to post about our trip to Orcas Island this September. We took a lot of great pics, so check them out here.

Cheryl came to the east side to pick me up late Friday afternoon, and we headed north on our way sometime after 5pm. We wanted to make sure we didn't miss the last ferry over to the island, so we rushed up with over an hour and a half to spare. We relaxed, and had some dinner while waiting for our ferry to arrive at the terminal.

Once on the island we drove over to Moran State Park where Henry, Tim, Trang, Evan, and Orly had already set up camp. By the time we arrived it was almost time to go to bed. We set up camp in the dark (with help from Henry's industrial strength lamp), and sat by the fire before calling it a night.

The next morning the sun was shining and it was time to hike Mt. Constitution, for some great views:

The hike itself wasn't too strenuous, but it was beautiful, and we did get a chance to see a few deer very close up.

Henry and Tim had taken the day to get some fishing in. Some at the campsite, some along the lake:

Our site was right by the water, a bit close to the road, but the sound of the waves drowned out any traffic over the night:

Shawn and Megan made it out during the day, and at night we were able to bring the guitar out and play a few songs:

The next morning we ate breakfast, threw the football around (and into the lake):

Megan came to the rescue:

But the day had to end eventually, so, after Cheryl went for a swim we jumped back on the ferry for our ride back to Seattle:

The weekend was very short, but it was a great getaway, and I imagine we'll do it again sometime. Go here to check out the rest of the pics!