Category Archives: ocean

The boat that no longer floats

Posted on December 9, 2015 by Katherine

Three boats that no longer float, after sinking or being tossed ashore at Goose Spit, near HMCS Quadra. While this section of the Comox Harbour is relatively sheltered, the bottom is mostly mud and not a great place to anchor … Continue reading →

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The Salmon Dock

Posted on December 6, 2015 by Katherine

Comox Marina – end of November I often see signs advertising “Tuna at Salmon Dock” so I am going to refer to this section of the Comox Marina as the Salmon Dock.

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Air Force Beach

Posted on December 4, 2015 by Katherine

It’s been a while since I took the time to go to the beach – it’s been too long, and life being rather hectic at times, I have not, until now, realized how long it’s been and how much I … Continue reading →

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Strathcona view

Posted on December 3, 2015 by Katherine

Strathcona and the Comox Glacier viewed from Comox The setting sun provides some wonderful long light – it’s a fantastic time to be out with a camera as the colours come alive,  and the increasing shadows accentuate both nature and … Continue reading →

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Inlet Wrangler

Posted on November 26, 2015 by Katherine

Inlet Wrangler heading north past Quadra Island Built: 2007, MacTavish Welding Limited, Campbell River Construction Material: Steel Gross Tonnage (t): 47.85 Net Tonnage (t): 35.89 Length: 13.21m Breadth: 6.1m Draft: 3.17m Power: 2x 746 Kw diesel Speed (knots): 10.0 Propulsion: … Continue reading →

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An Island view

Posted on November 25, 2015 by Katherine

Newcastle Island and Protection Island beyond Swy-a-Lana Lagoon

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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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