Washington State Ferries’ fall schedule begins this Sunday, Sept. 23. Check the schedule on line or pick up a purple schedule at the terminal or on the vessels. The peak season surcharge is in effect through Sept. 30.

The new schedule has the typical reduction of five-boat service to four-boat service and only one daily international sailing to Sidney B.C. Orcas Island will be closed to vehicle traffic after the last sailing on Monday, Oct. 22 through midday Friday, Oct. 26.