Our Kayak Trip Around Vargas Island, British Columbia – The Preparation

image of jean kayaking, vargas island, british columbia

Bob’s and my epic adventure, a first-ever kayak trip, was going to be circumnavigating Vargas Island, British Columbia.  It had been planned months ahead when we announced our plans to visit Bob’s sister on Vancouver Island.  She and her husband, Martin, had kayaked around Vargas Island before and were eager to initiate us to the rigours of ocean kayaking. Read more

One Last Spin Up To Signal Hill, Newfoundland

image of signal hill, st. john's, newfoundland

Our last morning in Newfoundland started out sunny with scattered clouds.  After packing up our belongings and having breakfast, Bob and I took one last spin up to Signal Hill. It seemed fitting that we should end our journey where we began, and given its historical significance, Signal Hill deserved another visit. Read more

Hiking The Signal Hill Trails In Newfoundland

image of st. john's harbour, signal hill, the narrows, st. john's, newfoundland and labrador

On our first morning in St. John’s, Newfoundland, Bob and I woke to find brighter skies than the previous afternoon and we decided to take a hike to Signal Hill.  Numerous colourful ships had arrived in the harbour during the night including freighters, coast guard and trawlers. Read more

A Fer-de-Lance Snake and Poison Frogs On The Bogarin Trail

A Fer-de-Lance Snake along the Bogarin Trail in Costa Rica.

image of sign for bogarin trail, la fortuna, costa rica

Seeking a different experience from one we had a couple of days prior, Bob and I opted to revisit a small patch of rainforest on the outskirts of La Fortuna.  It was late afternoon when we signed up for a guided walk on the Bogarin Trail. Read more

Our Hike To La Fortuna Waterfall In Costa Rica

image of la fortuna waterfall, la fortuna, costa rica

How exciting it would be to discover a waterfall deep in a tropical rainforest, a cascade where one can enjoy a refreshing dip in a plunge pool while mist wraps around your shoulders.  Well, hidden among the lush jungle of Costa Rica is one such spot, the La Fortuna Waterfall in Alajuela Province. Read more

American White Pelicans in Prince Albert National Park

American White Pelican in flight above Prince Albert National Park, in the province of Saskatchewan, Canada.

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Together with Bonteboks at Platboom Beach, South Africa

image of platboom beach far in the distance from cape point, cape of good hope

When Bob and I set off from Cape Point at Cape of Good Hope in search of the distant stretch of glistening white sand seen from the lookout, we were in for a big surprise and a treat! Read more

Our Hike To Taranaki Falls In Mt. Tongariro National Park

image of highway and mountains, Mt. Tongariro National Park, New Zealand

Receiving word that access to the Tongariro Alpine Crossing was once again forbidden owing to risky conditions, Bob and I had our last day in Mt. Tongariro National Park, New Zealand, wide open.  The morning looked promising with sun shining brightly when we awoke at our lodgings, at Creel Lodge. Read more

Wellington Park Nesting Birds On Little Manitou Lake

image of little manitou lake, watrous, saskatchewan

Bob and I planned a more leisurely pace for our third day in the area of Little Manitou Lake in Saskatchewan, Canada.  Local people in the village of Manitou Beach had informed us of a short trail to a lookout overlooking the lake and surrounding area.  They also mentioned that Wellington Park was worthy of a visit, so we thought we’d check it out. Read more

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