Morning Jenny- I really enjoy this area! It’s a great place to get in tune with nature. Thanks for checking out this older video! Have a great day! ☀️☀️
Hello Jennifer & Steve Beautiful hike up to this quiet beach …so serine ! Sure must be careful to hike along the shore not to get caught by the tide . The log sure was getting a hard time rolling into the waves. Was that a seal 🦭 we saw ? The deer at the end was so nice 🤩 in the greenery Nice and relaxing video 😉👍 Have a great week Hélène &Serge 👩❤️👨🌈🇨🇦
Hi Serge! Yes, it’s very important to be alert and keep one eye on the ocean! Wasn’t that amazing to see how the water was tossing that heavy log around! Yes, we think it was a seal… and Steve is the one who spotted the deer, that was fun! 🌟👌
Nice area and exploration Jennifer. Well done on your video. Sure is relaxing to watch where you go and what you see. Interesting to see the tide charts. Great hike along the beach. Beautiful area. Be safe out there. Take care and have a great day.
Thanks Steve! We’ve been getting out between the rain drops! 💦💦 It’s been nice to get over to the Olympic Peninsula more this winter … I’ve got my eye on some summer hikes over there too!! We either have to do a long drive or catch a ferry, so it takes a bit of planning. You’ll really enjoy it when you have time to visit! 👌😄
I will forever be able to smell the unique scents of low tide along the shoreline of Juan de Fuca Strait in my mind and dreaming of eating Dungeness crab again . I will also go salmon and halibut fishing when we return to the beautiful Pacific Northwest. Thanks Jennifer, for the 10 minutes of bliss and wonderful memories growing up there; as I sit and enjoy watching these Washington State videos that you share from here in Japan.👍
Hi friends in Japan! I’m so happy to share the area with you! Yum, Dungeness crab!! We haven’t had any for awhile either! 👌❤️ You’ll really enjoy it when you come back, fishing for salmon and halibut sounds perfect! 🎣🐟💙
Ah, wow, that’s too bad! I guess we we’re fortunate that it wasn’t too windy the day we were there. I’ll keep that in mind if I go back with my bird book. Did you get to hike out very far? I’m wondering if it was a calm day, would there be more or less birds out farther out the spit? Thanks- always nice to hear from you!
Hi Sandra! It was fun to see a few birds enjoying the ‘quiet side’ of the spit! I would love to come back in the spring and hopefully see more of the birds on the list. Thanks! 🌊💙🐦
Great informations and tips : ) Wonderful hike and place : ) Beautiful presentation and video Jennifer : ) Lovely trees and forest : ) Wonderful trail : ) Great map : ) Lovely water sounds : ) Beautiful sea waves : ) So cute birds : ) Thank you for sharing this Interesting Presentation and Video : )
Hi Nicole! No shortage of damp forests around here for hiking in the winter… and some pretty nice beaches too! If you’re out near Sequim this is a very accessible area. Thanks! 😄🌊🌊🐦
Good morning! Thanks for visiting! Yes, we spotted a couple sea lions in the water, but they just showed their heads… not very easy to see them! Thanks! Have agent weekend! 🌊🌊🌊
Excellent! We have a Dungeness too, on the south coast of England. Like yours, it is a very important nature reserve. Thanks for sharing the bird list too....that got me all excited 😁. It looks a tremendous wildlife area. Best wishes, Chris
Hi Chris! Glad you enjoyed it! If I have time I’m going to try to go back in the spring with some binoculars and my bird book. It’s a little too far away for a day trip, especially with the short winter days. There’s a loop hike up on the bluff area, but what’s most exciting for me is the water / beach area. Thanks, best wishes! ~ Jennifer 🐦🐦💙
Hi Karen and Shannon! If you have time when you’re out at the Olympics, I know you’d love exploring here. It’s another one of the local hikes that’s nice year round. If you had a clear day you’d have gorgeous mountain views too! 👌🌊🌊🌲🌲
Hi Emilie! Thank you, I hope you’re having a great weekend! I’m really happy that you enjoy our hikes! It was fun to see a variety of shore birds and it was a good reminder to stay away from the logs, since the waves can toss them around pretty easily! Thanks! 😄🌊🌊🐦🐧
What a great trail and park to go for a hike in!! Love that view between the trees at 2:37 and seeing the tide roll in at 3:45 too! Great video Jennifer!
Morning Eric- thanks! It’s a really great place to explore- isn’t the tide fun to watch! The coast is always dynamic, especially noticeable with the driftwood. Thanks and have a great day!! 🌊🌊🌊
What an incredible place, I really loved seeing all these landscapes that you brought us here. Walking through such a place must be relaxing and rewarding, I really enjoyed it !!!
I always find it nice and interesting to return to a place where you've been before. What has changed. I still like it there. Or not at all. However, the place is so beautiful that you can always come back. The beginning of the hike is a really beautiful forest path. Only when you hear the sound of the sea do you recognize the proximity of the water. The first view of the coast from above is beautiful. The large amount of wood makes the headland very interesting. Here you can watch wonderful birds. I was happy to accompany you again. Thank you for taking me with you. Warm greetings, Anita
Hello Anita! Thanks for your thoughtful comments! It’s great to hear from you! We really enjoyed our time at the beach… so nice of you to join us. Have a wonderful day! 🌊🌊🐦💙
An amazing split. Love the forested track. Just goes to show that walking on the split is not as safe as one would think! Lots of drift wood. That little Widgeon was cute. Great hiking adventure.
Hi and thanks Jojo! Yep, it’s not as safe as one might expect - it’s always changing! The surf was easily tossing and rolling that huge log… good to stay well clear of it! So many cute little birds… we like the Widgeons too! My bird app says they have lots of pizzazz! lol! 🌟🌊💙🐦
Hi Donna! Thanks for joining us… I find it very peaceful too! I’m sure you’d find lots of interesting nature with the birds and driftwood. We saw a cluster of barnacles clinging to one piece of driftwood … I bet they’ll be happy when the tide comes back in. I think there will be more birds visiting during the spring migration … we were maybe seeing the winter guests. 🐦🐦 Thanks Donna… I hope you’re staying warm! 🙋🏼♀️🌊☀️
I love the colors in the driftwood, they really pop on gray days like that. I love seeing the different birds and other wildlife. Great hike Jennifer. Thank you for taking us along.
Good morning Becca! I'm sure you'd enjoy the area and get some awesome nature photos too! I'm hoping we can go back and stay a little longer next time... maybe in the spring there might be more birds. At any rate, it's a wonderful natural area- thanks! Hope you're having a great week!
Hi Ryan! I’m sure you would love visiting this area! Wasn’t that an impressive list! If I have time I’m going to try to visit again in the spring, this year or next, and look for more of the birds… sounds like fun! 🙋🏼♀️🐦🐦🐦
What a serene and picturesque hike! 😍 The combination of the lush forest and the calming sound of the ocean waves makes it a perfect escape into nature. 🌳🌊 The wildlife encounters were a delightful bonus, capturing the beauty of the birds and the graceful deer. 🐦🦌 It's incredible how the beach is adorned with unique driftwood, adding a touch of charm to the landscape. 🏖 The video showcased the best of the Pacific Northwest's breathtaking scenery, leaving us with a sense of awe and tranquility. 🌲🌅 Thank you for taking us on this virtual adventure; it felt like a refreshing break from our busy lives. 🚶♂💫
Hi friends, thank you! We love having driftwood on our beaches! So many trees wash down the rivers then end up on the beaches- it’s left there as part of the natural ecosystem and people aren’t allowed to collect it on the public lands. O yes, we love the birds and wildlife. I’m happy you found it calming. 👌 I really appreciate your visit and thoughtful comments. Have a great upcoming week! 😄 Cheers- Jen
Hi Jennifer 👋 !! A great location to explore, lovely forest, coastal features and wildlife 😊👍 !! I guess it’s named after Dungeness on the south coast of England, which is also a well known coastal feature 🌊🌊🌊🚶♂️✅ ! Thanks again, cheers, Don 🙋♂️ !!
Hi Don, yes, I read that Dungeness is named after the location in England! I will go look that up and add a link.. thanks! I read about it, but hadn’t followed up yet! This is another one of our beach areas that’s great to explore year round. Next time I go back I’ll try to go when I can see more birds. Cheers! 🙋🏼♀️~ Jennifer
Not a bad temperature and without the wing it looked a great day for a hike. Great trail through the woods and a nice viewpoint, a lot of driftwood on the beach and what a great sound the waves crashing on the beach. Loved the moody skies you got walking along the beach and all the wildlife, especially the deer at the end, cheers Alan
Hi Alan! How are things in the UK? It sure was nice to have little to no wind for our hike, and no rain! I’m sure you can imagine that it can get pretty windy out on the spit. It’s got great atmosphere and wildlife viewing… I’m hoping we go back again before too long 👌😄 Wasn’t that a bonus to see the deer! Thanks. 🌊🐦🌲💙💚
Hello. Dear Jennifer Lupine. The walk to the beach was a very interesting video with amazing scenery and unexpected animals and seaplanes. I enjoyed watching it. Thank you very much. 🐶😳💕🐕👍132
Hike on the Dungeness Spit which is very exciting. The stunning Dungeness National Wildlife Refuge, Sequim, Washington. I encountered many beautiful things, comfortable streets, stunning beach panoramas. Thank you for sharing this beautiful video.
It was wonderful joining you on the walk Jennifer. Great hike on the trail to the spit and loved seeing the birds in their habitat with the soothing sound of the waves in the background. The Pacific Northwest is such a beautiful part of the country. The distant stunning views of the surrounding landscapes take my breath away. Thank you! Best regards, Cathy
Hi Cathy - thanks for joining us! This Wildlife Refuge sure has a lot to offer! I’m sure you would love it and find many of the listed birds! It’s wonderful to have the bluff area as well as the sheltered coastal areas protected. I’m so happy you enjoyed the atmosphere and the views! Have a lovely week! ~ Jennifer
Thanks Soren! There are quite a few nice beach trails around the Olympic Peninsula… it’s great that this area is protected for wildlife. Thanks so much for joining us! 😄🌊🌊🌊
Hi John! Thanks! How are things in Ohio? We’re getting lots of rain and clouds these days with just a few short breaks before sunset. We had a nice time out on the trail and spit… Steve spotted the deer! 👌🌟🌟
@@unpavedexplorer338 That’s a lot of snow! Do they clear the roads pretty well or will you be stuck at home for a few days? Yikes! We’ve only had one snowfall at the lower elevations this year!
This beach looks so beautiful with very clean sand. And those woods looks pretty, along the trail in the woods to the beach,just suddenly very wide open in front of eyes. Feel so great. Thank you for wonderful sharing 😍❤️👍👍
Hi Color! Thank you! It’s a really special place, glad you enjoyed it! I’m always amazed at how the forest grows all the way up to the beach… yes, when you walk along and finally reach the beach, it’s amazing! In the summertime it stays light until about 9:30p, so that would be a great time to try to walk all the way out to the lighthouse… the beach closes just before sunset, which is about 5:00p now, so there’s not enough tie to get all the way out and back. Thanks, and have a great week! 🌊🌊🐦🐦
That’s such a beautiful view, Jennifer. 2:53 We have been to Dungeness Pit when we went to Sequim to buy from We Do Fudge we saw on the news. Love the peaceful and quiet place. Thank you for sharing your experience with us. Cute deer at the end. 👍🏻🤗♥️
Hi Anna and Russell! I’m happy to hear that you’ve been to Sequim and went for a walk at Dungeness Spit too! I would expect it’s great year round… I want to go back in the spring when there might be a few more birds! We haven’t heard of We Do Fudge, sounds delicious! I’m not sure when they have the Lavender festival, but that’s a great time to visit as well! Thanks, have a great weekend! 😁🐦🐦🐦
everything out there was so stunning, beautifully done, amazing hike, the natures was so wonderful, great exploration my friend, keep exploring. cheers... thumbs-up!.
Dungeness National Wildlife Refuge, It's a beautiful place to go and see and walk! Thank you for the precious and beautiful video. Have a wonderful day dear friend!💚
Hi, thanks for visiting and saying hello! Very nice that you live close by, and can enjoy this area often! I hope people who are visiting the area will take the time to walk down to the beach- it's really wonderful! Thanks :) Have a great weekend :)
Thank you for uploading this. Used to live in Sequim, but moved away and have not been able to visit since. Miss the area and all of the hiking opportunities. This beings back memories. Hiked the Dungeness Spit quite a few times; canoed along it once and saw seals. The Spit always has driftwood along it, and it's fun to see the little driftwood huts people have made while hiking.
Good morning! Great to hear you’ve enjoying hiking at the Spit and living in Sequim! It’s beautiful all year long! I’ve visited a few times, including for the lavender festival! I love the beach area by the spit. Someday I’ll go at low tide and make it all the way to the lighthouse and back. Thanks for watching and saying hello! 😄🩵💙💚
This was such a peaceful hike. Wonderful combination of the sea and woods. Nice that there is a sheltered area for the wildlife on the beach. Nice video capture of some of the birds and the deer. Thanks for sharing and have a lovely week, Jennifer.
Thanks Gasper! It’s a really nice wildlife refuge- with great access to the spit, even though the inside area is protected. We’ve been to some places where there’s really no where to observe the wildlife, even from a distance. We enjoyed the beach and the birds! 😄 Thanks!! You too, have a lovely week!
Look like a very nice trail . Beautiful natures and landscape. Love the sound of the waves , nice breeze by the ocean. Beautiful forest. Thank you so much for this wonderful hike. Have a great week. All the best Amie 🇳🇿
What a wonderful combination of beach and forest hike with great chance to see interesting animals! The tide times are probably very important to note, especially in winter... Best regards from Cologne and a big like!
Hi and thanks! It really is a nice combination of woods and open coast hiking. I’m always impressed how the forest goes right up to the water’s edge around here. Yes, it gets dark these days about 5:00p and in the summertime it gets dark about 9:30p… someday I’ll try to hike all the way out on a long summer day! 😁🌊🌊🐦🐦💙
Me too! It's an amazing area- and probably would be different every time you visited! We hiked around up in the bluff areas, but I loved the beach the most. Thanks!!
What a wonderful day you had. that's a neat little walk, just a sandy strip out into the strait. Sure seemed peaceful with the surf crashing on one side and the calm waters on the other. Perfect solitude for y'alls picnic lunch. Awesome vid Jennifer!
Hi Karl! It’s a really great place to visit, and even better with a picnic! lol. it does seem quite a contrast to have the wind and waves on one side and the calmness on the other. If we lived closer I’d definitely visit more often! Thanks! 🌊🌊🐦~ Jennifer
Nice trail. Beautiful country. I love the sound of the ocean. Also noticed the sign which listed the birds in the area, amazing the number of different species. I’m lucky to see 10 varieties in my community. I love all the driftwood. Our world is so amazing and we take it for granted most days. Nothing as calming as a walk in the woods or by the seashore. Thanks for sharing the video.
Thanks for joining us Carroll! Wasn’t that bird list amazing! I will definitely have to bring my bird book next time, and binoculars! I wouldn’t even recognize all the birds listed! I totally agree… very relaxing to take time for a walk and enjoy nature- the woods and seashores are amazing! Best not to take anything for granted! ☺💙💚🌲🌊
Another beautiful hike, I love the undergrowth. And the passage on this wild beach, the sound of water and these stranded tree trunks, as if they had something to tell us. I often realize that I like it when the weather is grey and the surface of the water turns a "silver" color... Your pleasure at seeing all these wonders is very communicative. Thank you for the deer ...😉
Thank you so much! I always enjoy hearing from you! I enjoy the grey weather too… and watching the moody ocean… I like to know that it is always there … with the advancing and retreating tides, and the birds resting in the calm water. I’m happy you enjoyed the cute deer. 😄💙💙🐦🐦🌊🌊
Hi, Jennifer! This hike was a nice combination of the woods and the sea. The noises of the ocean are always so calming and soothing. And so was the wide open view out to the sea. Thank you for sharing, Werner
Thanks Werner! This beach is a really great place to see the waves in action and enjoy seeing s few birds too. It’s really too far to get out to the lighthouse and back in the wintertime- maybe when there’s a low tide in the summer. Thanks for visiting- have a great day! 😄🌊🌊🐦🐦
Hello Jennifer... You are always have a gorgeous hike and I love your adventures. Love those sceneries and weather conditions, Greeny surrounding are refreshing. I enjoyed watching
Nice hike at Dungeness Spit. Beautiful stretch of sand, the sounds of waves and the spooky driftwoods and the birds.. perfect afternoon vibes. Would love to see you hike upto the lighthouse some time in the future on a clear spring or summer day. Have a great week, Jennifer. Take care!
Isn’t it wonderful! I would really like to hike all the way out too! I’ll be watching for when there is a low/low tide near 11:00 in the early spring… that should give me enough time if I start around 8:00! The lighthouse used to be open for tours… I’d love to see inside too, wouldn’t that be a bonus! 😄 Thanks! 🙋🏼♀️🌊🌊🌊
This is a lovely hiking park. Fantastic scenery attraction. The panoramic view of the place so beautiful all around. Very relaxing and refreshing to watched. You're absolutely brilliant videographic artist on so many levels. Bravo my dear friend. Thank you for sharing. All the best to you. My subscription done to support your lovely channel.
Hello Melvin! Glad you enjoyed the hike! It sure does feel relaxing and peaceful… isn’t it great that places like this are protected for wildlife! Thanks for the sub and wishing you all the best too! 😁🐦🐦🌊🌊
I'm such a sign nerd... I really enjoyed your intro! What a cool, unique trail -- important to time things right! Enjoyed the driftwood and the peaceful sounds of the waves 👍
Can't beat it on a dry sunny day! Made it out to the lighthouse years ago and got to go up in it. Timing the tides is critical if you don't want be climbing driftwood on the way back. I know from experience. 😉 Thanks Jennifer!
Hi Philip! Glad to hear you made it out to the Lighthouse and back safely!! I think it’s really best for a summertime adventure when you have more daylight and can get an extra low tide. I wouldn’t want to mess with the waves and water overtopping the spit! The nature opportunities here are amazing! Did you know the spit grows by about 14 feet per year!! 😄🌊🌊🐧🐦
Hi, my dear Jennifer! What a charming, beautiful trail to enjoy even in this season! Always, love and always will love the sea, the ocean and its wonderful sound.... The view and sound are perfection to me. Really an emotional pòace to enjoy and explore, darling. My biggest embrace and like! Stay blessed and healthy! Love from Milan! Renata
Hello Renata! I’m sure you would love this trail! It’s really relaxing to walk along the beach… and if it was warmer you could go barefoot! So many nice birds and the sound of the waves is always welcome! I’m thankful his area is protected for the wildlife. I hope you’re having a wonderful January and getting out for some nice walks. Big hugs from Washington! 😄❤️💕🌸🌲💚🐦💙
@@JenniferLupine Hello, my dear!! Yes, happy that this amazing area is protected! I'd really love to walk barefoot on the beach.... Here in Milan another not so cold winter. But in these days in the South and Centre Italy a lot of snow! That's weird! My biggest embrace and stay always blessed and healthy and have a wonderful weekend! Renata
