travel – Ecotones

July 10, 2019June 21, 2024

Parksville Wetlands walk

It was a wonderful summer day to have a Parksville Wetlands walk. A great place to enjoy many different species of plants, animals and fungi.

A short distance to the trail head we passed through rolling meadows with hard hack blooming. There is a gravel trail to walk on that changes into a soft forest path as you enter the main trail. Also there is a sign so you know you are in the right place!

Over the railroad track and into the forest we go. No trains are running on this track today but maybe one day the train will go by as it use to.

The Oceanspray was blooming and the white flowers were draped everywhere on the paths. I felt like I was in a magic forest. It was very enchanting.

Beautiful red columbine flowers were also in bloom. They are vibrant red in color so they really stand out.

Wetland Flowers — Red Columbine and Oceanspray blooms

In conclusion, I am very thankful for all these day trails in the Parksville area. Easily accessible and a great place to find peace and serenity. Chill out time in nature is important to body, mind and soul.

Also Enos Lake hike here!

October 20, 2018May 29, 2021

Terrace Beach Sunset

Terrace beach sunset

Nature is an amazing place to spend time especially for a Terrace Beach sunset! After a wonderful day hiking the Wild Pacific Trail we took another walk to the beach for this spectacular sunset.

Terrace Beach is located in the town of Ucluelet on the Pacific Rim of Canada. It is a wonderful place during the day for beach-combing, paddle boarding or just to enjoy the sun and surf. The sunsets are fabulous here and I am thankful to see this particular one.

Fall is the time for many different colors especially during sunset. Chill out on the beach and enjoy the atmospheric peacefulness. The moment of the sun setting had an ethereal presence about it.

Enjoying a sunset is easy everywhere so take the time to catch one in your nature areas. You will be happier that you did because nature is the mirror image of spiritual reality. Being in nature makes you feel better!

Terrace Beach Sunset 2021

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Wickaninnish beach in Pacific Rim National Park here

May 6, 2018February 3, 2019

Moorecroft Park Nature

A beautiful day for a short hike at Moorecroft Park! The ocean and mountain views are magnificent. Spring is in the air.

Moorecroft Park ocean view — Ocean views

On the Eastern side of Vancouver Island this park offers views of the British Columbia mainland and Georgia Strait. Great place for kayaking or paddle boarding.

Rocky shore Moorecroft Park — Rocky shores

The shores and beach is very rocky making it a great place to warm up in the sunshine. Also a great place to find some privacy and serenity.

Enos Lake hike here

Many Arbutus trees are present on the shoreline. This indicates some major wind in the winter months. Today there is a slight breeze which is perfect to check out the inland trails.

Throughout the forest bright green moss envelopes the ground. After a wet winter this moss is doing very well. The deep forest is so peaceful.

Moorecroft Park is easy to hike and there is a visitor map right at the parking lot. Take the time to visit this small but beautiful natural park on Vancouver Island.

Englishman River blog here

March 24, 2018June 23, 2023

Florencia Bay Beach

Happy Weekend Big Beach nature photography

Florencia Bay beach

Located in the Pacific Rim National Park on Vancouver Island is a beautiful piece of nature called Florencia Bay beach. A short walk in to the beach brings you into a natural paradise of sun and sand. I have been visiting this beach for many years and it is still very untouched and natural.

This beach is very easy to walk and is surrounded by trees, sun, and surf. What more could you want in life?

Listening to the sound of the water breaking in on the shore is very relaxing and clears your mind. As humans we sometimes think too much. Calming the mind is important to your health and happiness.

Florencia Bay beach driftwood man — Driftwood man

Lots of driftwood washes up here and some artistic folks enjoy the peaceful atmosphere to create their masterpieces. I was very impressed with the above Driftwood man. He stood tall on the beach and appeared as a watcher of all activities. I have seen similar driftwood creatures on other beaches but this one is exceptional.

Surfing at Pacific Rim National Park here!

Florencia Bay beach go play outside — Go play outside

This is a perfect beach for a long walk when the tide is low. There are lots of interesting shells, rocks, and sea creatures to be seen. In addition this is a fantastic beach to go play outside!

I hope you get a chance to visit your favorite beach this weekend. Nature soothes and heals the tired human soul. Above all, being beside or in the ocean is my zen place to be.

I am very grateful to all of you who visit my blog. I am very happy to share my experiences of nature with you. Please comment and share with your friends. Thank you very much!

March 7, 2018March 7, 2018

Little Qualicum Falls

little qualicum falls

A short but slippery hike in to Little Qualicum Falls. Beautiful green shades contrasted against the snow make you feel like you are in a fantasy world of nature. It is extremely quiet today until we turn a corner and start to hear the falls.

A slight mist in the air helps create a vibrant scene of water cascading down a rocky gorge. Truly an elemental nature experience. A person could be mesmerized for hours staring at all this lovely water.

The closer you look the better it gets. You can really feel the spirit of the deep forest waterfall. It is a special healing experience hiking into this gem of nature. Nature is the mirror image of spiritual reality.

Little Qualicum Falls closeup — waterfalls closeup

We really enjoyed this short deep forest walk to the Falls. There are longer walks you can take if you wish. This park is very easy to access and the parking is great. I recommend it to anyone who loves nature. Please check the link below for more information on the park.

Provincial Park info here

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Vancouver Island beaches here!