Night
While sleeping I awoke from the sound of an animal, probably a deer, but most likely an elk. It sounded as if it was
rustling through the brush and nearby meadow, and then it seemed to stumble upon my isolated campsite or or my smell. It started stomping and huffing as it worked its way in a different direction.
Morning
Woke up early in the morning before the alarm and decided to get up. Packed up at a city piece and left by 8 AM. Saw two deer right on the side of the road eating the grass and pest close by within 15 feet. Usually made it to the dock about an hour early. The ferry to Friday Harbor was leaving at nine and there was a big crowd there. They had a little cafe and inside seating to wait. So I grabbed a biscuit sandwich. There was a large contingency of bikers and even some touring bicyclist boarding. Talked with a group of three that are touring the islands and camping as well. They are staying at Odlin Park same as I plan to. Also talked to the group of husband and wife pair on a tandem doing a day ride. The ferry ride was quick but long enough to get out and to the observation area. It was good to do that because it was a cold breeze out on the deck