Category Archives: ocean

Fomento Three

Posted on March 12, 2018 by Katherine

The 300m long Fomento Three anchored off Victoria

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Sea lions – a bit too close

Posted on March 10, 2018 by Katherine

A stand-up paddleboarder and kayakers getting way too close to the sea lions hunting row herring off Point Holmes. This interferes with the hunting, stresses the sea lions, and could easily turn into a tragedy if the sea lions decide … Continue reading →

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Ogden Point – Pilot Boats

Posted on March 9, 2018 by Katherine

Pacific Scout, Pacific Pilot Two, and the tug Seaspan Foam at Ogden Point Pacific Scout Pacific Pilot Two

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Ryou II

Posted on March 8, 2018 by Katherine

Ryou II in Fanny Bay

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Snow Cloud

Posted on March 8, 2018 by Katherine

Snow Cloud anchored in Fanny Bay

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Yuna Orchid

Posted on March 8, 2018 by Katherine

Yuna Orchid anchored in Ladysmith Harbour

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Pretty to look at, but please stay out

Posted on March 7, 2018 by Katherine

You may have noticed some new signs along part of Comox Road that opens onto the waterfront on K’ómoks First Nation property – the signs are quite clear:  No Trespassing. K’ómoks First Nation property on Comox Road The area is … Continue reading →

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Corona Nature

Posted on March 7, 2018 by Katherine

Panama flagged bulk carrier Corona Nature anchored in Cowichan Bay, off Skinner Point at the entrance to Genoa Bay. Built:2009 Length: 228m Width: 37 m Draught: 19.89 m Gross Tonnage: 46783 t Net Tonnage: 27167 t Deadweight: 86356 t

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Pacific Clipper

Posted on March 6, 2018 by Katherine

Pacific Clipper in Victoria at Fisherman’s Wharf

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Herring Fleet – setting the nets

Posted on March 6, 2018 by Katherine

Setting the nets for herring in Qualicum Bay

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