Burlington-Edison High School Football

Posted on October 2, 2017 by Andy Porter

Taking pictures of sporting events has never been my thing. But when they co-inside with a spectacular sky, well that’s different!

These are images from the last 2 Burlington-Edison High School home games…

Sedro-Woolley Rodeo

Posted on July 5, 2017 by Andy Porter

The Sedro-Woolley Rodeo (part of the week long Loggerodeo Celebration) happens each year at the 4th of July.

For us locals here in Sedro-Woolley, this is our time to shine, we have a parade, chain saw carving and more cool stuff.

This year the rodeo was held on two days, July 3rd at 6pm and on the 4th at 2.

I opted for the evening show. The weather was perfect, and there was a huge crowd.

Behind the fences the riders get themselves ready.

Then they climb up on the platform.

There are a whole bunch of people around making sure it all goes well.

and then they’re off!

Samish River Sunset

Posted on May 17, 2016 by Andy Porter

Here are a few images from the Samish River from last week. The sky was abound with color. I love the green grass and the reflection of colors in the river.

This is from the little bridge that spans the Samish along the Bayview – Edison Road.

Christmas Parade

Posted on December 7, 2015 by Andy Porter

I live in a small town in the northwestern corner of Washington State.

The town, Sedro-Woolley, is located along the North Cascades Highway.

December brings the annual Christmas Parade.

People line the main street, a huge tree, set at the major intersection, is lit with Christmas lights and the parade starts.

It’s not a long parade, the local schools have bands that march or ride, there are firetrucks and a lot of fun.

Here are a few images from this years festivities.

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Tulip Photo Tours

Posted on April 4, 2015 by Andy Porter

Last night I was out conducting a photo tour of the tulip fields and encountered this lovely lady with a very photogenic umbrella. The conditions were favorable for a very nice image.

Stormy Skies, Sun ad an Umbrella

Tulip Tour Info is Here.

Sedro-Woolley Loggerodeo

Posted on January 11, 2015 by Andy Porter

Sedro-Woolley’s Loggerrodeo is held each year during the week around July 4th.

Sedro-Woolley staged it’s first 4th of July celebration in 1886, making it the oldest continuous celebration in the state, AND Sedro-Woolley is the chainsaw carving capital of Washington

The weeks festivities consist of more than a dozen events. Here are a few:

Loggerodeo Fireworks: Brilliant blasts of exploding color light up the black night sky in grand display this July 4th, starting at dusk at Riverfront Park. With its convenient location right next to the carnival, there is still time to visit the carnival after the fireworks show ends as it is open until midnight.

July 4th Carnival

Loggerrodeo Carnival

Chainsaw Carving. The contestants start with huge slabs of cedar and over several days transform them into unbelievable works of art. Many pieces, both large and small are also for sale.

Sedro-Woolley Chainsaw Carving

Sedro-Woolley Riding Club Rodeo And if all the above is not enough, The Sedro-Woolley Riding Club Rodeo is held each year over a two-day period. There are bucking broncos, barrel riding and Rodeo Queens! It is truly a spectacular event. Tickets are $10 for adults and $8 for Seniors, children and military members.