Nanaimo Airport
Let’s check out the Nanaimo, BC airport, we’ll see if anything is going on! Flying club has the usual stuff. My favourite hangar is being renovated for a “Full Service…
Harbour Chandler
In case you didn’t know, this is the place to go for fishing supplies! Let’s check out some gear! Two essential pieces of gear, Prawn Buoys & crab line floats!…
Gazebo Camping?
These gazebos, bug tents & sun shades are really gaining in popularity! Easier to setup than a tarp, less than full coverage though. Some of them convert to fully enclosed…
Gig Time #201, (The Hollies, Long Cool Woman in a Black Dress)
The Hollies are a British rock/pop band formed in Manchester in 1962 by childhood friends Allan Clarke (lead vocals) and Graham Nash (vocals/guitar). They became one of the most successful…
Price Watch – Fast Food
Fast food is getting pricey these days. Just go home and make something to eat. Just a quick stop for a snack can break the budget! Eat before you go…
Small Trailers
Got a small car, not enough room for the gear, try a small trailer. This one even has a rack on top, so you can carry a kayak if you…
Gig Time #200, (Freddie King, Palace of The King)
“Palace of the King”(sometimes referred to with “Living in the…” in the title or lyrics) is a blues/rock track by Freddie King (often billed as Freddy King early in his…
MBB Bo 105
The MBB Bo 105 (often referred to as MBB 105) is a pioneering light, twin-engine, multi-purpose helicopter developed in West Germany. It was the world’s first light twin-turbine helicopter and…
Tight Tents
Tight tents shed the rain better & make less noise in the wind! This one is pretty small but it is set up nice and tight! Well anchored! This one…
Honda Shadow
Saw this Honda Shadow while returning home from a walk. I used to have one, a 1985 Honda Shadow 500! My older one was a “Shaft Drive” and I notice…
Gig Time #199, (Pretenders, Brass in Pocket)
The Pretenders “Brass in Pocket” Their breakthrough hit from the debut album. Released late 1979, it went to No. 1 in the UK (first new chart-topper of the 1980s) and…
Pork Chop Brunch
Another fine brunch in the books! In case you didn’t know, I like a good old fashioned “60’s Brunch”. Don’t forget to use lots of butter! Have a great day!