Al has wanted to see the Ballard Lock [also known as the Hiram M. Chittenden Locks who originally designed the locks] with its attached fish ladder for salmon.
If interested, look up more information at
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ballard_Locks
The lock and dam system are about 100 years old and were developed to maintain the elevation of Lake Washington.
The lock is filled and west bound boats are lined up. To allow for more boats, they are "nesting" one to another.
The fellow with the blue-wrapped jib line had a problem when the level was lowered.
The skipper got his sailboat turned around and just went port to starboard with no turning to go on downstream. It took about 15 minutes for him to get turned and allow the boats behind to move on thru the lock. When he finally got it going in the right direction all those watching applauded.
This boat is east bound into Lake Washington.
Chris and Anna watching the fun.
This sign credits Hiram M. Chittenden for designing the first fish ladder before there was any concern for salmon populations.
Salmon "resting" in the viewing chamber as they continue on eastward to spawn in freshwater streams.
Sue in the viewing area.
A plaque showing the season of migration.
A view of the fish ladder with a fish jumping, [Dark shape on right wall, center of picture.]
Anna, Chris, Sue and Al at the lock and dam.
A good place for lunch.
A motorized "Loon Boat" with the pilot wearing a "Cat In the Hat" hat.
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