Island Light: September Days
Yup, it's been awhile since we had any rain as this pond shows.
Yup, it's been awhile since we had any rain as this pond shows.
Oar and Paddle Regatta took over Sengekontacket last weekend.
Oar and Paddle Regatta took over Sengekontacket last weekend.
Oak Bluffs fishing pier is sure to have visitors as the derby begins.
Oak Bluffs fishing pier is sure to have visitors as the derby begins.
An explosion of flowers at Parsonage Pond in West Tisbury.
An explosion of flowers at Parsonage Pond in West Tisbury.
Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) celebrates with their powwow.
Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) celebrates with their powwow.
Foot power is popular way to get around in Oak Bluffs.
Foot power is popular way to get around in Oak Bluffs.
Sunrise and sprinklers through Ocean Park's Bandstand.
Sunrise and sprinklers through Ocean Park's Bandstand.
Spectacular September sunsets shine over Sengekontacket.
Spectacular September sunsets shine over Sengekontacket.
Ah, September. The haze lifts from the skies and spectacular sunsets arrive. Fishermen restock their tackle boxes and line the shore in search of the elusive monster striper. And gatherers descend to the ocean's edge to pluck beach plums. Let's take advantage of these golden days and cooler nights while we still can.