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Ballard Locks Balance

October 2, 2022 by Matthew Kessi

Star shaped flowers open up against the blue sky and dark green foliage.

There is a magical place in Seattle where freshwater meets the salty Salish Sea. It might stand as a reminder to integrate different parts of life for positive results. And it also is the scene of an ageold tale, since time immemorial. The Ballard Locks and adjacent Fish Ladder is a fascinating integration of engineering marvels facilitating travel, miracles of nature, and … [Read more...] about Ballard Locks Balance

Photo Gallery: Three nature packed days in Sitka, Alaska

August 14, 2019 by Matthew Kessi

View of the Russian Church and Sitka Alaska with the mountains in the backdrop.

To read the blog post associated with this gallery go HERE. … [Read more...] about Photo Gallery: Three nature packed days in Sitka, Alaska

Three nature packed days in Sitka, Alaska

August 14, 2019 by Matthew Kessi

Sealions off the coastline of Sitka, Alaska hang out on a buoy without a care in the world.

Three nature packed days in Sitka, Alaska is a great idea, especially in the summer. We're on the water in a the bay outside Sitka, Alaska on a 24 foot aluminum fishing boat. The six of us include the guide and the motor is stopped as we gaze out into the icy blue waters, looking for signs of life. I'm on the bow of the boat looking toward 11 o'clock just as a humpback … [Read more...] about Three nature packed days in Sitka, Alaska

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