Category Archives: Nanoose

Moorecroft Regional Park

Posted on November 2, 2023 by Katherine

Moorecroft was established in 1934 as a summer camp for girls by Gertrude Moore. She operated the camp until failing health necessitated the decision to sell the property in 1954. The United Church of Canada purchased the property for $50,000, … Continue reading →

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Beachcomber Regional Park

Posted on July 5, 2020 by Katherine

Looking toward Mistaken Island from Beachcomber Regional Park

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Memories of Moorecroft

Posted on May 31, 2018 by Katherine

Low tide at Moorecroft Regional Park – looking toward Gerald Island from the lagoon

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At the beach

Posted on May 31, 2018 by Katherine

At the beach – Wall Beach at low tide

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Vanishing Vancouver Island

Posted on May 4, 2018 by Katherine

Vanishing Vancouver Island – a picnic shelter

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Snow on the field – Nanoose Bay

Posted on December 22, 2017 by Katherine

Snow on the field I drive up and down Island on a regular basis and have come to think of the drive in terms of landmarks rather than kilometers. I find that it helps break up the monotony somewhat and … Continue reading →

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The giant snow detector

Posted on December 21, 2017 by Katherine

The creepiest snow detector on Vancouver Island – Highway 19 between Parksville and Nanoose.

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Wall Beach

Posted on November 19, 2017 by Katherine

Sand stone formations at Wall Beach – Nanoose

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Wall Beach

Posted on October 29, 2017 by Katherine

Wall Beach on a fall day Wall Beach has always been one of my go-to places when I need to get away from the day to day toils and troubles that seem to mount up. It’s a peaceful area full … Continue reading →

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Wall Beach

Posted on August 31, 2017 by Katherine

The sandstone shelves at Wall Beach

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