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The long way to Panorama Ridge
After cruising all across the beautiful Vancouver Island it was time to take the ferry back to the mainland of Canada. While cruising all the way up north to Jasper we came across the Garibaldi Provincial Park where we thought to climb our way to Lake Garibaldi. Approaching the Rocky Mountains After we arrived late…
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Finally 36
When you travel for a whole year chances are high you’ll celebrate your birthday at least once during your trip. Yesterday was my 36th birthday and I was celebrating it with a chance to go out on a sea kayak to find some whales again. We were in Port McNeill on Vancouver Island and booked…
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Canyon View Trail and Elk Falls
The parking lot on Discovery Pier in Campbell River proved to be a good starting point for all kinds of exploration. Be it marine wildlife or a good day on the trails in the area. Walking along the Canyon View trail gave me an idea of the wide and rich amount of forests and wildlife…
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Flatulent Whales
On Vancouver Island there is a whole industry dedicated to the exploration of wildlife. Tour operators specialize in bears, eagles, seals and of course whales. While on Hawaii it wasn’t possible to see any whales. They cross the streams around the islands only from December to May. But Vancouver Island is a good spot for…
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On the off road to Telegraph Cove
After a night under the brightest stars on a camping spot at the shore of upper Campbell Lake I went swimming in the lake at the morning to wake me up. A freezing body wash and a reheating coffee later i was following a recommendation of a forum user on a travel website. I took…
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Off to new shores
Weeks have passed since my last post. The DPRK series is not finished by far, there is so much more stuff in the pipeline. But traveling meant good business the last weeks. From Thailand to China, Korea (North and South) over Hawaii to Canada within one month took it’s tribute. The travel was demanding and…