Category Archives: ocean

BC Ferries Shingle Spit

It’s hard to think of a prettier place to wait for a ferry than the BC Ferries terminal at Shingle Spit on Hornby Island. The terminal itself is a nice place to wait, but the real attraction for me is … Continue reading

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CCGS Cape McKay

A look at CCGS Cape McKay, a 14.6 m Cape class motor life boat stationed in West Bamfield. I was fortunate to spend some time with the Officer In Command, Engineer, and Crewmen and of the Cape McKay. This is … Continue reading

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Bamfield Coast Guard Station

A look at the Bamfield Coast Guard Station, located in West Bamfield, across Bamfield Inlet from the Bamfield Marine Sciences Centre. I was fortunate to spend some time at the station, learning about it’s history, operations, and facilities. [fbalbum url=”https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.311317198991998.1073742161.123247217798998&type=3″ … Continue reading

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Pachena Bay – razor clam

Siliqua patula – commonly known as the razor clam

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Pachena Bay – A seagull

A seagull enjoying the beach at Pachena Bay

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A boat with a view

High and dry in Comox – near Filberg Lodge and Park I enjoy shooting images of old wooden fish boats and the hulks of once proud warships, freighters and three masted sailing ships, but I really don’t enjoy shooting images … Continue reading

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Reaper I and Wandelaine

Reaper I and Wandelaine in Ford Cove – Hornby Island

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Ingibjorg K

Ingibjorg K in Ford Cove – Hornby Island

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Radio Wave

Radio Wave in Ford Cove – Hornby Island

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Kelsey Bay wharf

The end of the road – the wharf in Kelsey Bay This is one of the most beautiful spots on Vancouver Island, with amazing views of Johnstone Strait, Hardwicke Island and Helmcken Island, While the area is facing struggles due … Continue reading

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