Port Townsend, WA

It was a big day in Port Townsend -- the Rhododendron Parade. There were more than a hundred entries in the parade, including school bands from all over Washington. What never ceases to amaze me is the willingness of the American youth to wear outrageous band costumes. I just can't imagine kids at home doing this.

Port Townsend is a beautifully preserved Victorian port, with many lovely buildings. The main street downtown is Water Street.



Fort Worden State Park in Port Townsend is apparently where they filmed An Officer and a Gentleman. And just in case of lighthouse withdrawal symptoms, there's one at Point Wilson.