Marina at dusk

Comox marina at dusk

the same marina from a different perspective

Wishing all a blessed and safe Easter

Contributing to Skywatch Friday and

Weekend Reflection

Herons on marina

During one of many walks around the Comox Marina, 

I spotted these Herons

Seeing double ??  No, not contrived - this was the real scene

 

Feeling greatly blessed to have been able to spend so much time in this part of the world (Comox Valley, Vancouver Island, British Columbia in Canada).

Joining in the fun at James' 

Weekend Reflection

Comox Lake

One adventure during my recent visit to Vancouver Island

was a drive to Comox Lake

.... and on that particular day, there was little wind and reflections were in abundance

. . . while on the lake's shore, in this particular inlet, was an

extraordinary collection of fallen trees and very old, bleached roots

- the variety of shapes sent one's imagination into overdrive!

  

The one below resembled a calf's head

  

. . . while this one looked to me like flames leaping skyward from a campfire

 

and yet another unusual sight - artistically growing funghi

It was a fun outing, for which some local couples generously

allowed me to join them. (Another example of spontaneous Canadian friendliness)

Linking up, with thanks, to James' Weekend Reflection

Happy, safe weekend all.

Comox Marina

Comox Marina, Vancouver Island.

(It seems even the clouds wanted to cooperate with the perspective aspect of this shot! :-) )

Happy weekend everyone.  Linking up with James'

Weekend Reflection

Spider Lake

Following on from last Saturday's post, here are some more views 

around Spider Lake

 The serenity offered by these surroundings was almost tangible

. . . but also, sadly, evidence of the destructive force of a recent

storm - reportedly the worst experienced on the island for decades.

Hundreds of trees were uprooted, roofs lifted off and many homes

across not only the island, but also in parts of Vancouver and its

southern suburbs, were without power for several days.

Several Provincial Parks were closed for safety reasons.

 

Joining in with James' Weekend Reflection

Fishing

While exploring Spider Lake (on Vancouver Island)

I spotted this chap patiently waiting for the fish to bite.

It was a misty morning which added to the delightful adventure.

Happily linking up once more with James' 

Weekend Reflection

.... and a happy, safe weekend to all.

Comox Harbour

This is a view of the Comox Harbour taken from the Black Fin Pub

(which clearly has the best location in town!)

The boats in this shot are predominantly fishing vessels rather than leisure craft.

. . . and view to the right shows more leisure yachts

what have we here?

A seal

looking very focused!

. . . aaah - that explains it - waiting for treats !

Joining in the fun at James'  

Weekend Reflection

Boating

 I never tired of walking around Comox Marina - a constant source of

surprise, colour and connections

Often crews such as these were out practising their skills -

I was told that each person rowing is a cancer survivor. Bravo!

. . . while at a quieter pace there was a preening Blue Heron 

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Dusk at Goose Spit

Goose Spit is a narrow coastal strip of land at the end of the Comox Harbour.

It is a popular area for a variety of activities - walking, kite sailing, beach barbecues in Summer and the steps (100?) satisfy the needs of those more athletic individuals.

Looking across to the Beaufort Ranges

This is one of the summer barbecue pits

Here are the steps for those wanting to keep fit!

. . . but I think the dog's expression says it all !  ("Are we there yet??")

Thank you, James, for hosting

Weekend Reflection

and happy weekend to all