Ah, that boat we saw passing at Shilshole is first in line to go into Lake Union/Washington.
Boats are packing in now, as a train crosses over the bridge.
The boats are starting to pack in now - especially as the trains have passed, the bridge is open and tall boats (i.e. ones with a mast!) can pass through.
Photographer at work. Well known photographer at that.
Meanwhile, the small lock is being used to handle the low traffic volume of vessels headed out of the lakes.
Another train crossing the bridge, headed either into Canada, or more likely, across the Cascades to the eastern USA.
Ah, now the large lock is really looking busy.
Meanwhile, the kayakers are on their way.
The low water gate on the main lock is closing.
Ah, that lovely wooden boat has now risen to well above the height of the lock walls.
And is on its way.
Ballard Locks
2005