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No.7 and 2 Spot – Alberni Pacific

Alberni Pacific No.7 – 1929 Baldwin 2-8-2T, and 2-Spot, a 1912 Shay logging locomotive

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Alberni Pacific No.7

Alberni Pacific No.7 – 1929 Baldwin 2-8-2T

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Alberni Pacific Trick or Treat Train

The volunteers behind the Alberni Pacific Trick or Treat Train – a spooky ride aboard a steam train heading to McLean Mill National Historic Site.

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Royston Wrecks

A quick stop at the Royston Wrecks

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Searching for salmon

Lines – tide, birds and fishing… With the salmon running, people are out fishing rivers and the ocean, trying to catch a tasty salmon. It’s not my idea of fun to stand in the ocean while fishing – I’d rather … Continue reading

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Oh Canada

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A busy harbour – Nanaimo

A busy day on and above the Nanaimo Harbour

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MV Quinsam

BC Ferries MV Quinsam in Nanaimo

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MV Quinsam

BC Ferries MV Quinsam heading past Protection Island enroute Gabriola Island

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Magpie SW

Magpie SW loading logs in Nanaimo A harbour tug and a dozer boat move logs into place for loading onto the bulk carrier Magpie SW at the Nanaimo Assembly Wharf. Ironically, this is less than 400 metres from the now … Continue reading

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