Howell, T. R. 1948 Between Port Gamble, Kitsap Co., and Shine, Jefferson Co, Hood Canal, Washington Feb. 12 - I got a good close look at a pair of American Scoters (♂+♀), both on the water and in flight, close by the ferry which crosses at this locality. Surf Scoters were numerous in the vicinity, and a few Western Grebes swam lazily by, one of them with one foot extended out of the water. The Surf Scoters were the only birds (except the 2 Am. Scoters) which flew as the ferry approached; the others either swam away or dived. There were 3 Guillemots observed in the crossing, one in winter plumage and 2 close to breeding dress. About 5 murres were seen, at least two in what appeared to be breeding plumage. I noticed two very small Alcids in winter plumage which I believe were Ancient Murrelets; they showed much grey on the head and back. A single Holboll's Grebe swam by close to the ferry. A few American Golden-eyes and Buffleheads were noted near Shine.