Category Archives: photos

Rings Around The World

Posted on August 1, 2008 by Cath@VWXYNot?

I’m sure you’ve all noticed the new additions to my blog roll (because you all watch this page like a hawk, instantly noticing every minor alteration and waiting on the edge of your seats for an explanation, right?). Yep, it’s … Continue reading →

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Lund Day 5-6: Pootling Around

Posted on July 27, 2008 by Cath@VWXYNot?

We’ve just got back from yet another night under canvas. (In fact I’m at that stage of a hangover where all I want to do is eat and eat and eat, and I’m trying to resist). As fun as the … Continue reading →

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Lund Day 4: The Copeland Islands

Posted on July 26, 2008 by Cath@VWXYNot?

You know how I said I’m not a big fan of open water crossings? Well, Day 4 contained a doozy. We haven’t measured our journey properly yet, but we’re pretty sure it was our longest paddling day ever (at least … Continue reading →

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Lund Day 3: Camp Life

Posted on July 25, 2008 by Cath@VWXYNot?

We loved our Savary Island campsite and decided to just hang out and enjoy it for a full day. Here’s a little spinarama video – the sand fleas were indeed jumping all over the place, but only in one localised … Continue reading →

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Lund Day 1-2: Savary Island

Posted on July 25, 2008 by Cath@VWXYNot?

While there are some amazing kayak destinations close to Vancouver, this five day trip was our longest to date and we decided to go a little further afield. The trip up to Rockfish Kayaks in Lund involves a drive, a … Continue reading →

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Puppy Power

Posted on July 14, 2008 by Cath@VWXYNot?

Featuring various cuddly camping canines I love my cats. I do. They’re cute and pretty and goofy and fun. But they’re a compromise. You see, I wanted a dog. ‘Twas ever thus. When I was a kid I was desperate … Continue reading →

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Osoyoos: The R&R

Posted on July 14, 2008 by Cath@VWXYNot?

So… we arrived, found our site, and survived the storm. What did we do next? Very little! Hurrah! It was a beautifully relaxing trip, which I sorely needed. It’s difficult for us to get much time off together, so it … Continue reading →

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Osoyoos: The Campsite

Posted on July 11, 2008 by Cath@VWXYNot?

The BC Parks service does one helluva job. I’ve stayed in many provincial and marine park campsites in BC, and without exception their facilities have been excellent. Unlike some of the private sites I’ve stayed at, they don’t cram you … Continue reading →

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Osoyoos: The Journey (Part 3)

Posted on July 11, 2008 by Cath@VWXYNot?

Part 1 Part 2 Are we nearly there yet? Yes, this is the final part… The long and winding road… Getting drier and drier as we approach the Okanagan Valley This is orchard country! The Okanagan produces amazing fruit. We … Continue reading →

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Osoyoos: The Journey (Part 2)

Posted on July 11, 2008 by Cath@VWXYNot?

Part 1 Into the mountains! This is Manning Park, where I’ve camped, hiked, downhill and cross-country skied before (two separate trips). Note the gap in the clouds… Mmmmm Manning Park is pretty. There’s lots of pine beetle damage though. It’s … Continue reading →

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