A long day of travel from Sidney to Bamfield, about 9 hours. Eric, Rosalee and Karl took the boat across Sidney Inlet where 3 caught and released rockfish, flatfish, greenling, and several ice cream cones later boaters and drivers reunited to continue the journey. We urged the truck and the now-trailing-boat up and over the 750 metre Malahat summit. Had lunch at a grass-roofed building, with goats wandering atop its roof. A stop also at Cathedral Grove to gaze up and up and up to where trees meet the light. At China Beach drivers and boaters parted ways one more time to meet at the final destination - Bamfield. Cindy, Ross, Eric, Rosalee and I were the drivers, seeing the sights as we drove: gravel ruts, clear cuts, steep drop offs , the sun setting (into our eyes), dust like snow on the trees beside the road, and signs warning of narrow roads and logging trucks. But also - the treed slopes reaching towards some resting clouds, a doe watching from tall grasses, a stag, and one small black bear. Thanks to Cindy for great driving skills. We were happy to meet up with everybody, take the boat across the Bamfield inlet for a good dinner and a well needed sleep.
Love the photos of Rosalee and Eric that show them glowing in the light!
ReplyDeleteDanielle, thanks so much for taking the time to post your daily diary and magnificent pics: I've enjoyed each one. Your days are so full (!) and you're all clearly having a blast and enjoying a lot of "firsts" too. I'm sure Rosie has grown another inch or two since I saw you just three months ago. Your close-up nature shots are "other worldly" with their shapes and colors. Cheers! Bev
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