The first stop was at the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. This is one of the busiest airports in the country. The ARFF guys were great and gave me a full tour of the Sea-Tac apparatus and station.

    Next it was into Tacoma. The city is on the water and covers a large area. They operate 3 fireboats, including a very unique older boat, from 2 locations. I was able to get some good photos of their boats, although no one was around at the time to gain closer access.

    Then it was across the peninsula from Tacoma to the West Pierce Fire Department which also operates a fireboat. This boat was actually out on the water training when I arrived, providing the opportunity to get photos of it underway. When the crew returned to the dock and I introduced myself, the guys offered a quick ride which took us out under the Tacoma Narrows Bridges. One of the Tacoma boats was in the area and we got pictures of that as well. Thanks much to the West Pierce guys for the hospitality.  Back at their station they have a very well done 9/11 memorial as well.

    Leaving Tacoma and heading west over the Tacoma Narrows bridge, I headed up to Port Townsend to photograph the East Jefferson Fireboat. Then back down to the North Kitsap fireboat at Kingston.  That boat is next to the ferry terminal, so I was able to get onto the ferry for a nice cruise across the Sound to Edmonds and then an easy drive back to Bellevue before dark. A very productive good day with perfect weather.

    Night 21 at Bellevue, WA