One of the reasons I love this part of the world is
just seeing these seaplanes going about their normal business serving
the community and tourists alike.
However, it's lunch time and we search out a Canadian
'chippy'.
Oysters, Halibut, prawns and much much more with your
French fries.
You're never far from an ice machine in North
America.
Looking down into the harbour we see a
huge starfish. The first of many.
Anyone fancy starfish and chips?
More food, lots of good seafoody dishes over here.
Late that afternoon we arrive at Campbell River which
is where temperate forests meet the Strait of Georgia. In this case, the
trees are past their best but provide fascinating beach foregrounds for
my pictures.
This particular part of the Strait is
known as Discovery passage. Named after the ship 'Discovery' which in
1792 under the captaincy of Captain George Vancouver of the British
Royal Navy. That kind of ties a few elements of history together!
The Spanish were also exploring these waters at the time.
Campbell River was known as the salmon capital of
Canada. Fishing and logging were its two principal exports.
One night we were to see a cruise ship
on its way back from Alaska.
This strange boat seen the following
morning.
Nearer by far, a Heron looking for some breakfast.
Nearby, a small memorial garden used by local
families to commemorate their loved ones. Alongside, an eclectic
selection of elaborate carvings made from driftwood. It seems that they
have yearly competitions.
Unsettled skies to the south.
The Heron is very patient.
On the move
after breakfast, we decide to explore the Strathcona
National Park: Canada's first. It's about an hours drive from Campbell
river.
