We’re heading up Trevor Channel toward Bamfield, when the Frances Barkley stops at the southeast end of Tzartus Island– not for pirates or a calamity of some sort, but because we are being approached by a small boat. The crew … Continue reading →

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Frances Barkley – Simple truths

Posted on February 22, 2016 by Katherine

The master of MV Frances Barkley telling me a great story as we head up the Alberni Inlet to Kildonan and Bamfield.

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Spring comes to Bamfield

Posted on February 22, 2016 by Katherine

Spring flowers in Bamfield – February 20th so still the winter…

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Westco Promoter–ex Promoter

Posted on February 19, 2016 by Katherine

Westco Promoter in Campbell River Built: 1981, Alberni Engineering & Shipyard, Port Alberni Gross Tonnage (t): 39.49 Net Tonnage (t): 21.43 Construction Material: Steel Vessel Length (m): 13.47 Vessel Breadth (m): 6.10 Vessel Depth (m): 2.04 Speed (knots): 9.0 Propulsion … Continue reading →

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Once there was a marine railway

Posted on February 19, 2016 by Katherine

The remains of two marine railways are just beyond the steel walkway – it hinges open to allow boats to travel up and into the ship yard, and then again back down into the water. The rails and most of … Continue reading →

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A bit of a mess

Posted on February 19, 2016 by Katherine

Oil and water should never mix… The Government Wharf in Campbell River is a great place to look at fishing boats and tug boats, and the nearby Discovery Fishing Pier offers some great views of cruise ships, tugs and barges, … Continue reading →

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BC Ferries Flag

Posted on February 18, 2016 by Katherine

The BC Ferries flag

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