Skutz Falls, Horseshoe Bend, December 14, 2019

 This section of the Cowichan Valley Trail and The Great Trail is a go-to for me and Ann.  It's a good distance with interesting terrain and it's along the river. This was my first trip out there and I fell in love.

Holt Creek, December 7, 2019

 Ann and I had been swimming regularly and really enjoying it.  Then I had to have some periodontal work done and swimming was off the list for a month.  So I suggested to Ann that we could do a few hikes.  A year later, it is our passion to be out in the woods and finding new and beautiful locations.

Located in Glenora in the Cowichan Valley, the Holt Creek Loop is a favourite.  This was my first time on this path with my wonderful hiking buddy, Ann.  5.6km

This bridge washed out over the winter. This photo is the only time we were able to cross it.

A favourite landmark, the tree roots.  

New Favorite Store!

I went to Cabela's on Sunday.  I needed some chest waders so I can go steelhead fishing this winter.  Oh, my.  I was overwhelmed.

The stores are HUGE.  The exterior is beautiful.  This interior is beautiful.  And the stores are filled with large taxidermy displays between the gear and clothing.  And they make fudge on the premises so the place smells incredible.

I highly recommend a visit if you're looking for any outdoor gear.  Amazing.

Hiking on a Beautiful March Day

The sun came up this morning on Discovery Passage with a morning temperature of -1.  But by 10am the sun had warmed up the air enough to make it a t-shirt and light hoodie hike day.

Ripple Rock in Campbell River is a great hike!  8km round trip.  3.5 to 4 hours - depending on how often you stop at the spectacular view points along the way.  Diverse, moderate hiking trail.  Some big uphills.  And the view at the end of it is amazing.

Hiking.  What a great way to get fit, get outdoors, and feel great.