Category Archives: nature

Confluence of the Browns and Puntledge

Posted on September 2, 2014 by Katherine

Confluence of the Browns and Puntledge

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Horne Lake

Posted on August 29, 2014 by Katherine

There’s more to Horne Lake than the lake itself – Horne Lake Regional Park has a wonderful campground beside Mount Mark at the west end of the lake, and then there’s great hiking and caving at Horne Lake Caves Provincial … Continue reading →

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Horne Lake suspension bridge

Posted on August 28, 2014 by Katherine

The suspension bridge over the Qualicum River provides access to the caves at Horne Lake Caves Provincial Park. The bridge is just upstream of the outlet of the Qualicum River into Horne Lake.

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Cape Lazo gulls

Posted on August 28, 2014 by Katherine

Noisy gulls and beautiful views of Georgia Straight from the beach at Cape Lazo

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Island signs

Posted on August 27, 2014 by Katherine

Warning sign along BC Hydro Puntledge penstock trail Hydroelectric facilities can be dangerous. For your safety, obey all posted signs, and avoid the hazard areas above and below Comox Lake Dam, Puntledge Diversion Dam and the Puntledge Powerhouse. Water releases … Continue reading →

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Pine cones

Posted on August 20, 2014 by Katherine

While we call them pine cones, most of these cones are not from pines. What the heck – they are still pine cones and always will be…

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30 Seconds – Air Force Beach

Posted on August 20, 2014 by Katherine

30 seconds at Air Force Beach adjacent to CFB Comox.

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Beach grass

Posted on August 20, 2014 by Katherine

Beach grass, or dune grass, protects sand dunes along the coast by binding the loose sandy soil by growth of extensive rhizomes, (underground creeping stems) and roots. And now you know…

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Clouds and sand and waves

Posted on August 20, 2014 by Katherine

A beautiful evening poking about the beach, looking for treasures and enjoying a perfect evening.

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Mr Crabby

Posted on August 20, 2014 by Katherine

Dried crab shells – a bit of a beach treasure.

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