Category Archives: ocean

Cameron Island Marina

Posted on November 24, 2015 by Katherine

Gabriola Island framed by the Jervis Chief, Golden Chance, and Lady Valerie

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BC Ferries – Departure Bay

Posted on November 24, 2015 by Katherine

Early morning work at the BC Ferries terminal in Departure Bay

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Jack Point

Posted on November 24, 2015 by Katherine

Jack Point Park is located off, and parallels Highway 19, near the Duke Point ferry terminal. The trails wind along a typical sandstone coast line, and offer some great views of Nanaimo. Looking southwest toward South Wellington Looking northwest toward … Continue reading →

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Powell River Queen

Posted on November 17, 2015 by Katherine

BC Ferries Powell River Queen heading from Quadra Island to Campbell River

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November Storm

Posted on November 17, 2015 by Katherine

The second storm caused by strong Arctic outflow winds

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On the mud – after the storm

Posted on November 15, 2015 by Katherine

On the mud – looking toward Comox from 19A I saw this sailboat a day after the first major winter storm blasted the Comox Valley with a deluge of rain driven by 70 km/h winds – I suppose the owner … Continue reading →

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Wind and waves – Air Force Beach

Posted on November 13, 2015 by Katherine

Strong arctic outflow winds turn the waters of Georgia Strait into a frenzy of waves… Air Force Beach looking toward Kye Bay

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Royston Wrecks

Posted on October 31, 2015 by Katherine

A quick stop at the Royston Wrecks

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Searching for salmon

Posted on October 31, 2015 by Katherine

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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A busy harbour – Nanaimo

Posted on October 22, 2015 by Katherine

A busy day on and above the Nanaimo Harbour

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