Hat Tip to Lisa Wallace-Baker for giving me the scoop about the photo of the ferry from earlier this week slowly cruising north. Apparently that’s the Christine Anderson Ferry which had issues over Memorial weekend at Anderson Island. According to Pierce County, the ferry is out for repairs.
Clematis and Hydrangea
June 2, 2008 by Leave a Comment
I walk past this pretty purple flower every day with my dog.
The hydrangea is in our yard.
Lunchtime Low Tides this Week
June 2, 2008 by Leave a Comment
Today is the first of many low tides this week:
- -3.1 @ 10:15 on Monday, June 2nd
- -3.9 @ 11:01 on Tuesday, June 3rd
- -4.3 @ 11:48 on Wednesday, June 4th
- -4.2 @ 12:36 on Thursday, June 5th
- -3.6 @ 1:25 on Friday, June 6th
On a side note, we spied this small ferry from Pierce County this morning.
Cruise Line Cleans Up
May 27, 2008 by Leave a Comment
This contribution is from BDB neighbor Susan Dippery.
Just saw the following info on a travel blog that I subscribe to. The Zaandam cruises between Seattle and Alaska during the summer. It’s nice to know that they are working to reduce the toll that the cruise ship industry takes on the environment. Here’s the scoop:
Last spring, Holland America’s Zaandam was outfitted with a system designed to reduce pollution caused by engine emissions. The Krystallan scrubber, developed by a subsidiary of BP Marine, uses seawater to reduce sulfur dioxide and particle emissions from diesel exhaust.Holland America launched the $1.5 million scrubber project with the assistance of several North American environmental regulatory agencies. The company is hopeful that the scrubber technology–if proven effective–can be expanded throughout the cruise industry and the larger maritime industry.
Initial results released by the Emissions Research and Testing Division of Environment Canada are encouraging. According to the agency’s report, the Krystallon scrubber reduced sulphur dioxide emissions by 75% and cut particulate matter by 57%. Additional testing and measurements are planned.
For a list of upcoming cruises on the Zaandam, click here.
Scenes from Last Night’s Sunset
May 25, 2008 by Leave a Comment
Yesterday’s weather and sunset was a real gift. Mother Nature surprised us with a beautiful sunny day while we were expecting a cool grey weekend…I would not want to be a Weatherman in Seattle! Will Mother Nature surprise us again today? I sure hope so.
Message from Larry: Land Use Meeting Tonight
May 22, 2008 by Leave a Comment
What: DPD meeting to hear public comments on project at 59th Ave and Stevens St
When: This Thursday, May 22nd, 6:30 PM
Where: Admiral Public Library, 42nd Ave and College St
Who: Alki residents interested in keeping our Alki Playfield out of the shadows.
Apologies for your late-arriving Beacon with a Page 3 story on the impact that the proposed new construction could have on our park and the safety of our children. Most members in 98116 Zip should get their Beacon today after a bag was lost in the mail for over a week.Most of our ACC members pay their dues in May, so take a look at your Beacon and send in your dues if your label says May08 above your name. Many thanks for your loyal support.
SW Precinct Public Safety Newsletter
May 21, 2008 by Leave a Comment
Download southwest_precinct_public_safety_newsletter_may_21_2008.pdf
Click on the above link to get the most recent issue of the Southwest Precinct Public Safety Newsletter.
Mark your calendars for Seattle Night Out which will be August 5, 2008. Last years event was a lot of fun–I know I really enjoyed getting to better know our neighbors.
West Seattle Blog has other "safety" event dates here.
Staring into the Bathroom Window
May 19, 2008 by Leave a Comment
From my neighbor’s roof top and into our upstairs bathroom.
This is the second day I’ve noticed this feathered fella.
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