Walmart Water Cup
I saw these at Walmart, I’ve read online that they may fit the Nalgene style water bottles? Kind of pricey here in Canada but maybe it would serve well as…
Welcome to “Mill Point”
Welcome to “Mill Point”! My favourite tree! It’s nice and relaxing down here! Have a good one!
MV Quinsam
MV Quinsam, is the ferry that currently serves the Crofton to Vesuvius Route to Salt Spring Island. The MV Quinsam is a single-vessel Q-class automobile ferry operated by BC Ferries.…
Band-Aids!
Band-Aids! Going hiking, bushcrafting or camping? Don’t forget the band-aids! Quite a bit cheaper at the “Dollar Store”.
Electric Trike
I’ve seen this guy ride by my place for a few years now. Looks like a “Solar Rechargeable”, Tadpole Trike, with a homemade aerodynamic fairing! I like it! I’d like…
Don’t forget the flowers!
“Don’t forget the flowers” is not something you’ll hear me say when I’m going over my camping gear checklist! haha I guess maybe if you’re inviting people over for BBQ…
Imabari Logger
The Imabari Logger (IMO 9663855, MMSI 477300100, Call Sign VRNE6) is a Handysize dry bulk carrier built in 2014 by Shimanami Shipyard (or similar Imabari yard) in Japan. It sails…
West Coast Tourism
If Totem Poles are your thing, then get out here! We have them everywhere! This one is located at the “Crofton Beach Park” in Crofton, BC, Canada. In nearby Duncan,…
Manila Clam Harvest
I wanted to try and harvest some clams from the local beach where it is open for harvesting and give it a try. So, I headed out at low tide…
Camping Fuel
There are many different options for camping fuel, learn how to get your best value from each type and leave more money in your pocket! You’re basically stuck with whatever…
Artwork Sort Of ?
May as well have some fun with an old car! Spotted this car in the DFO Dock Parking lot in Crofton, BC, Canada. Have some fun this summer!
Those were the days
Those were the days weren’t they? When you could just hang out at the playground all afternoon! Have a good day everyone!
Driftwood Dreams
I ran into this guy while he and his wife were camping at “Osbourne Bay RV Park” in Crofton, BC. He carves his own artwork. Really great stuff. He had…
Prop Guards
They seem like a good idea, but they’re not that popular out here on the west coast. I’ve only seen them on boats twice! And one of those guys removed…
New Growth
There’s new growth everywhere! Spring has sprung, things are about to get “Thick” out here on the coast! Just look at the color difference! Lush is the word!
Gates, Damn Gates!
If you’re coming to Vancouver Island and thinking that you can just boondock a campsite you are sadly mistaken. A lot of places you think you’re going to go will…
She’s Back!
The Otago Bay (IMO 9782015, MMSI 477023600, Call Sign VRQK3) is a Supramax dry bulk carrier built in 2017 by Oshima Shipbuilding in Japan. It sails under the Hong Kong…
Save on Camping fees
I saw this rig in our local DFO parking lot recently. Not bad! Simple setup and you can stop almost anywhere. I’d do this for sure! Probably saves about $45.00…