Times and Seasons

JULY 26, 2012 THURSDAY

We heard of a place about 20 miles north of us in Blaine called Birch Bay where the beaches were supposed to be good for swimming, wading and shell hunting.  We decided to drive up there to check it out and then perhaps hit the local Old County Buffet at the mall on the way back.  We hit the beach at a time when the tide was lower but not low enough to expose the sandy or muddy beach.  However, the rocks were small and you were able to walk out about 5 feet to where the smooth beach was.  The best part of the Bay was how shallow it is.  The kids could walk out hundreds of feet and still only have water up to the waist.  Great fun.

Birch Bay - Blaine, Washington

Jace is actually either sitting or kneeling in the water.  If he stood up, the water would only be perhaps to his knees.

Grandpa

Taking a stroll along the beach.

Perfect photo op!  An old Redwood tree stump.  Great photo guys!

The kids didn't like the feeling of salt all over their bodies so their opted to go home and shower first before going out to eat.  A buffet is perfect for picky eaters and those who love ice cream.