Orcas Island here we come!!

For a celebration of Valentine's Day Janelle and I were able to get away for a few days to the gorgeous Orcas Island in the San Juans. After hitting the ferry ride from Anacortes, WA we cruised the Island to settle into our room at the Inn at Ship Bay. We had a great view out our back porch, just check out the panorama picture above!! Nice weather followed us this weekend as we were able to cruise by quite a few of the local beaches an highlights. We managed to motivate ourselves enough to hike most of the way up the side of Mount Constitution, the highest point in the island chain and in the middle of the Washington's 4th largest state park, Moran State Park. We did not have the energy to make it to the top (we will be back to conquer you mountain!!) we did get quite high up into the treeline to get some gorgeous shots of the island scenery. A nice workout and some relaxation time to boot. Another fun adventure led us to the local Camp Orkila where Janelle had done her retreat when in the 6th grade, a mere 18 years ago. The cabin where she stayed still stands proudly, "Wapato" RULES!! While there we encountered some very bold deer who were none too shy in willing to pose with Janelle for a few pics. I had a great time, as you likely can see, trying out all of the settings on the new camera we received as an early wedding present from my brother John and sister-in-law Amy. Thanks again guys, the camera is awesome!! I always have a good time riding the ferry and cruising the Northwest wilderness that I have such an affinity towards. I am looking forward to some more hiking, camping, and exploring this summer with friends and family. That's all for now onward and upward as we continue rolling along.....