Sun-bathed Trail at Piper's Lagoon

On this date in late November (2014-11-29) the sun makes a rare appearance.

Piper's Lagoon path...

Cedar - Beach at Raise Road

On this day (2017-06-13), I had once again consulted Theo Dombrowski's excellent Secret Beaches series for inspiration. The book didn't promise too much for this beach but, since visiting, I've decided it would make for a nice visit with our kayak. It should be noted, it's very easy to whiz by Raise Road. Also, there's not much parking. But, no matter, the walk to the sandstone shore is short and easy. On this day, the tide was reasonably low so there was plenty of sandstone surface to walk on. I'm not sure if I could recommend this surface when it's wet. I'd also be reluctant to try to get to the pebble beach in the picture if mobility is an issue. Hence my desire to revisit by kayak.

Beach at Raise Road in Cedar...

Nanaimo - Seawall at Maffeo Sutton Park

A view south, from Maffeo Sutton Park, towards Nanaimo Harbour.

• Location: 49°10'16.5"N, 123°56'12.6"W

Seawall at Maffeo Sutton Park (2015-02-08)

Nanaimo - Newcastle Island

Health concerns had kept me out of the kayak for much of 2015. By July, I was feeling stronger and Britt's visit seemed a good reason to go out for a paddle. Jenn had not been out to view the seals on Inskip Rocks, so that became our destination. After a launch at the foot of Brechin Road, sunny skies saw us drifting past the sandstone cliffs and rock formations of Newcastle Island. <CLICK!>... another postcard!

Newcastle Island sandstone formations (2015-07-23)