The Future of Lowman Beach Park

March 31, 2010 by Leave a Comment

LowmanBeachPark The West Seattle Blog has a must read article about what the county is proposing to do with the Lowman Beach with regards to the pumps, including:

….digging up most of Lowman Beach Park, including its unique beachfront tennis court and two century-old trees. Another would involve acquiring homes across the street from Lowman, through eminent domain if necessary.

It's a stinky situation and if you care about this area of West Seattle, I encourage to read WSB's post:  Turn Lowman Beach into a utility site?  Overflow options draw ire

Click here for more of my photos of Lowman Beach Park on Flickr.

Filed Under: Current Affairs, Parks, Puget Sound

Are You Missing a Yellow Buoy?

March 29, 2010 by Leave a Comment

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This buoy seems to be snagged in the Puget Sound just south of Emma Schmitz Park (Jacobsen and Beach Drive).  It appears to be a buoy with a float.

Filed Under: Lost and Found, Puget Sound

USS Nimitz (CVN 68) heading towards Bremerton

March 21, 2010 by 2 Comments

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I could barely spot the enormous USS Nimitz as I was walking my old pug moments ago along Beach Drive.   

According to the Whidbey News Times, the Nimitz is bringing home Electronic Attack Squadron 135 "Black Ravens"

"The squadron is coming home after an eight-month combat deployment aboard USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Five EA-6B Prowlers and 20 aviators arrive at NAS Whidbey Island midday on Saturday. Then, on Sunday, 180 maintenance and support personnel will arrive at Naval Base Kitsap, stepping off USS Nimitz to waiting family and friends.

A Navy news release states the squadron left for deployment last July in support of joint and naval operations throughout Asia and the Middle East including Operation Enduring Freedom to provide electronic attack support for Carrier Air Wing 11 and ground forces."

Welcome home!

Filed Under: Puget Sound

Tsunami Advisory for Washington Coastlines

February 27, 2010 by Leave a Comment

The earthquake in Chile has triggered a Tsunami advisory along the Pacific coastline, including Washington and up to Alaska.  

…A TSUNAMI ADVISORY IS IN EFFECT WHICH INCLUDES THE
   COASTAL AREAS OF CALIFORNIA – OREGON – WASHINGTON – BRITISH COLUMBIA AND ALASKA FROM THE CALIFORNIA-MEXICO BORDER TO ATTU ALASKA…

From the Examiner.com:

Tsunami Advisory is in effect for the Washington coast  and the Puget Sound….. A tsunami advisory mean that strong waves or currents dangerous to people in or very near the water is immient or expected.  Significant flooding from waves are not expected…however stay out of the water until the danger has passed!

I'm watching King5 as I write this post… they estimate that we may see some waves between 2:00 – 4:00 pm today.  

Today's high tide for this area is an 11.2 at 3:15 pm.

Seattle PI Article: Tsunami would be disaster for Seattle (from 2005 with interesting map showing riskier areas, including West Seattle).

Filed Under: Puget Sound, Safety

Happy New Year from Beach Drive Blog

December 31, 2009 by Leave a Comment

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Filed Under: Holidays, Puget Sound

Celebrate New Years on the Beach…just off Beach Drive

December 30, 2009 by Leave a Comment

Hat Tip to West Seattle Blog…you can get a guided tour during the low tide under a rare Blue Moon at Mee Kwa Mooks Park on New Years Eve.

You must register today (only 4 spots left as of this posting)

Ages: 6 Yrs. to 111 Yrs.

Fees:
– Adult Fee $8.00
– Child Fee $6.00

Description:
Help bring in the New Year with nudibranchs, seastars and sea squirts! Gather your friends and family and share in the fun of exploring the fascinating world of intertidal life! After exploring, we'll provide the toast for the new year! Please wear very warm clothing and waterproof footwear. Also bring a flashlight if you have one or we will provide one for you. All ages welcome but must be able to walk on slippery seaweed! Please register one day before beach walk

Spots Available: 4

Registration Begins:  12-08-09 12:00pm

Member Registration Date: 

Non-Resident Registration Date: 

In-Person Registration End Date:  12-30-09

Filed Under: Holidays, Parks, Puget Sound

Kite Boarding at Lowman Beach

October 31, 2009 by Leave a Comment

Right now at Lowman Beach, the Puget Sound Kiteboarders are taking advantage of the gusty winds on Puget Sound.   I understand from one of the participants that this was originally going to take place at Richmond Beach, however the winds were better here.

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You can see more of my photos of the kite boarding in Puget Sound here.

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Update:  I just uploaded some videos from this morning.

 

Filed Under: Parks, Puget Sound

Barge at 4100 Beach Drive

October 21, 2009 by Leave a Comment

Earlier this week, on Monday I believe, a barge parked for a while across from MeeKwaMooks before it moved to the 4100 section of Beach Drive.  Apparently it was working on the bulkhead by the condo's.   It was quite a sight.

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You can see more photos of this Beach Drive bulkhead here.
 
 

Filed Under: Beach Drive Homes, Bulkheads, Puget Sound

Morning Moon

September 4, 2009 by Leave a Comment

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Filed Under: Puget Sound, Sunrise & Sunset

Catch the Evening Light Show in Puget Sound

August 30, 2009 by Leave a Comment

Last night we had fun watching the bioluminesce as our neighbor paddled around in his canoe (we're easily entertained).   Several times we spied fish going after the plankton as well producing quick darts of glowing light.

Tonight should be another good night to catch the show. 

Filed Under: Puget Sound
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