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Tam McTavish

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07/28/2018

Quiet waters heading out of a bay.

Tam McTavish

Photo Date:

07/28/2018

It can be worth it to hike up the hill for a better view of the bay. Many of these spots are on private land. Be sure to doublecheck before you leave the shoreline. Some folks don't mind respectful visitors, others prefer their privacy.

Tam McTavish

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07/28/2018

Arbutus trees are ubiqutous on the island, with some of the highest density on the coast.

Tam McTavish

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07/28/2018

Low tide often offers the most interesting views of the shore and water beneath.

Tam McTavish

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07/28/2018

Driftwood is common across the island. In recent years there have been fire bans starting in July, so please check before starting any fires.

Tam McTavish

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07/28/2018

The driftwood is great for resting your boats or for building a shelter.

Tam McTavish

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07/28/2018

It can be fun and educational for families to try and build rafts using what is found on the beach. Most beaches are littered with rope, cord, and other materials that make raft assembly possible. You'll also discover a lot of garbage.

Tam McTavish

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07/28/2018

Sangster Island on the south end of Lasqueti is a sandstone island with no residence. It can be a good place to camp because the beach consists of smooth stones or flat sandstone.

Tam McTavish

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07/28/2018

Mid-July is pupping season, and you can see a lot of new faces in the rocks.

Tam McTavish

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07/28/2018

Being close to shore makes paddleboarding pretty accessible. It'd be one heck of journey to go the full way around the island, but it's certainly not impossible.

Tam McTavish

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07/28/2018

A sea kayak is the recommended mode of travel. Water can be hard to come by, so you will have to cart lots of it with you.

Tam McTavish

Photo Date:

07/28/2018

Many folks prefer to take casual trips around the shore. This can be fun, though it takes a lot of effort to get on the island. It's a better idea to come with a plan.