John Nilsson

from Focal Points Magazine May/June 2023

Sandi Kirwin

A Trip to the Northwest

I’ve never been to Northwest Washington State so when a trip to San Juan Island was proposed by Brent Paull, I talked SCCC Member Basil Katsaros into the trip and headed north to shoot the Black Foxes that are found there – and only there. We found Black Foxes galore and an incredible population of Bald Eagles which presented themselves often and in great numbers. While there, I felt it was a great opportunity to visit the Olympic National Park. This was a stunning experience punctuated by absolutely no rain – something we were told was extremely rare in May. I guess there are some benefits to Global Warming! I have had a devil of a time picking six photos from this trip plus one black and white and believe me, there are a lot more I’d love to include!

Left: Asking the neighbors to dinner on San Juan Island.

Bottom Left: Mom is looking to bring home the bacon on San Juan Island.

Bottom: A Black Fox kit waits for Mom to return, and keeps an eye on the sky for the ever-present eagle. San Juan Island.