Author Archives: Katherine

Barred Owl

Posted on January 5, 2018 by Katherine

Wellie, a Barred Owl at The Raptors (PNWR) in the Cowichan Valley. Barred Owls (Strix varia) are also known as the Hoot Owl or Eight Hooter, and are sometimes erroneously called the Bard Owl.

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A log barge

Posted on January 4, 2018 by Katherine

A self unloading log barge preparing to dump a load of logs – Ladysmith Harbour

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Bald Eagle

Posted on January 4, 2018 by Katherine

Manwe, a Bald Eagle at the PNWR demonstrating his hunting skills

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Spider Lake – a bit of winter

Posted on January 2, 2018 by Katherine

Snow and ice on Spider Lake Spider Lake Provincial Park is a little gem that is a short drive off Highway 19 – it’s a beautiful spot for a bit of paddling, fishing, or gentle hiking on the well developed … Continue reading →

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Farquarson Farm field

Posted on January 1, 2018 by Katherine

The fields at the old Farquarson Farm – a beautiful winter scene in Courtenay

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Bald Eagle

Posted on December 31, 2017 by Katherine

Manwe, one of the bald eagles at The Raptors in the Cowichan Valley

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Tanu Warrior – ex Gwen Rose

Posted on December 29, 2017 by Katherine

Tanu Warrior in Campbell River

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Anndia

Posted on December 29, 2017 by Katherine

Anndia in Ladysmith – she was built on Hornby Island in 1969 by Nicholas Bajkov

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C-GHJI

Posted on December 29, 2017 by Katherine

C-GHJI, a 1946 Erco 415-C at the Nanaimo airport The Engineering and Research Corporation (ERCO) Ercoupe is a low-wing aircraft that was designed and built in the United States.  Postwar Ercoupes were powered by 75 hp Continental C-75 engines and … Continue reading →

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The bird handler

Posted on December 29, 2017 by Katherine

A Peregrine Falcon with one of the handlers at The Raptors The fastest animal on the planet, Peregrines have been recorded diving at speeds over 300 km/h. These adaptable avian hunters are one of the most widespread species of bird … Continue reading →

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