Day 91, August 19^th, Sedro-Woolley, WA to Anacortes, WA.  The day is finally here for the last few miles to the Pacific Ocean.  The day dawned overcast and a light rain or mist was falling as I left Sedro-Woolley.  Tom and Paula are also finishing their ride today and Tom was not interested in the winding Adventure Cycling route.  He and Paula just headed off down Route 20 toward the goal.  I wasn’t arguing and followed along.  The route was flat and we pedaled straight through to Anacortes.  We could smell the ocean about halfway to Anacortes.  We crossed the Twin Bridges to Fidalgo Island and into Anacortes.  We took the Tommy Thompson Bike Trail across Fidalgo Bay and then headed to the west end of the island to Washington Park.  This is the official end of the Northern Tier Route and we dipped our wheels in the Puget Sound.  It has been quite a ride of over 4300 miles, 12 states, and a lot of beautiful scenery.  I am thankful to many for their prayers, words of encouragement, companionship for part of the ride, and all those who allowed me to realize my dream.  My special love and thanks to Cindy for her love and support through the whole trip.  Tomorrow I head for Seattle, link with my cousin Sherm and family, and send the gear home.  Mileage for today was 31.49.      

San Juan Islands

Across the straight to Anacortes. (old railroad bridge)