Category Archives: winter

Ladysmith – a mystery ship

Posted on March 8, 2018 by Katherine

A mystery ship at the Ladysmith Community Marina As it turns out, this ship has a name, and a lengthy history. It took a bit of research and luck, to find out her names and owners over the years.  She … Continue reading →

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Falbro, Georgina, and Nanoose Yarder

Posted on March 7, 2018 by Katherine

Falbro, Georgina, and Nanoose Yarder in Cowichan Bay

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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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Herring Fleet

Posted on March 6, 2018 by Katherine

The herring fleet in Qualicum Bay

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Al Ke II and Opal T

Posted on March 6, 2018 by Katherine

Al Ke II and Opal T fishing for herring in Qualicum Bay

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Victoria Clipper IV – Ogden Point

Posted on March 6, 2018 by Katherine

Clipper Navigation’s Victoria Clipper IV heading past the Ogden Point Breakwater and into the Victoria Inner Harbour.

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Ogden Point Breakwater geographic datum

Posted on March 6, 2018 by Katherine

I felt compelled to take a few shots of this geographic datum on the Ogden Point Breakwater as I like such things, and being a former federal government employee I appreciate the admonishment to not disturb the Department of Public … Continue reading →

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Herring run

Posted on March 5, 2018 by Katherine

Part of the herring fleet working off Qualicum Bay – it’s hard work and a short run…

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