Tag Archives: Travel

Padilla Bay

Posted on October 13, 2024 by Paul

Today we took a day trip to Padilla Bay in Skagit County. It is a bit early to see our wintering Snow Geese and Tundra Swans, but who can resist a nice walk on a warm sunny day? Of course … Continue reading →

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Our Final Week on Vancouver Island

Posted on July 21, 2024 by Paul

Since our third week ended with a sunset view out of our condo windows after our evening arrival in Victoria, it is only fitting that this final week begin with the same view the next morning. The view is Victoria’s … Continue reading →

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Our Third Week on Vancouver Island

Posted on July 15, 2024 by Paul

Our third and last week at our little cottage by the sea gave us more flowers… Some great hikes into a nearby wetland at Seal Bay Nature Park… A day high up in the mountains hiking the meadows and around … Continue reading →

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Our Second Week On Vancouver Island

Posted on July 8, 2024 by Paul

Our second week on the island’s eastern shore began with trying to see the northern lights. Although the maps showed that we were just on the edge of possible viewing and the nights were clear, we didn’t see them. However, … Continue reading →

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Return to Vancouver Island

Posted on July 3, 2024 by Paul

A year has passed since we last visited Vancouver Island so it was time to return. In the first week of June we returned to the Comox Valley and the wonderful little cottage on the seashore that we rented last … Continue reading →

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Another Week On Vancouver Island

Posted on June 23, 2023 by Paul

Yes, we spent last week on the island as well. Alas, we have now returned home. The last task is to assemble photos of the week and create a post. Our VRBO cottage was outstanding…ample room, great amenities, just 50 … Continue reading →

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More from Victoria, B.C. Last Week

Posted on June 10, 2023 by Paul

More pics from our week in Victoria. The previous post included pics from Paul’s camera. These are from Jean’s camera. Again we begin with a visit to Beacon Hill Park. Then a walk toward downtown with flowers along the way … Continue reading →

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Englishman River Falls Provincial Park

Posted on July 3, 2019 by Paul

Another day, another scenic hike. This took us to Englishman River Falls Provincial Park, just a few miles south of the Little Qualicum River we visited the other day. In addition to the falls, the trail meanders through an old … Continue reading →

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Little Qualicum River

Posted on July 2, 2019 by Paul

One day we took a trip over to Little Qualicum River Falls Provincial Park. Each time we come to this place we discover new things to see. The trees change, the light comes from different angles, new plants surprise us, … Continue reading →

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A Few Artworks

Posted on June 21, 2019 by Paul

Yes, we have been sketching and painting up here on Vancouver Island as a few of you have asked. Here are pics of some of my efforts.     I have some other sketches done while walking and have other … Continue reading →

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