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Tam McTavish
Photo Date:
08/19/2018
Classic misty skies around Deep Cove.
Tam McTavish
Photo Date:
08/19/2018
Paddling out into Indian Arm toward Twin Island.
Tam McTavish
Photo Date:
08/19/2018
The nearby Twin Islands makes for a good stopping point on your way to the Old Buntzen Power Station.
Tam McTavish
Photo Date:
08/19/2018
There are several cabins on your way to the Old Buntzen Power Station.
Tam McTavish
Photo Date:
08/19/2018
Approaching the Power Station.
Tam McTavish
Photo Date:
08/19/2018
The Old Buntzen Power Station.
Tam McTavish
Photo Date:
08/19/2018
We found out later that you aren't meant to walk on this. It's badly damaged and dangerous.
Tam McTavish
Photo Date:
08/19/2018
Moody skies over Indian Arm.
Tam McTavish
Photo Date:
08/19/2018
There is a wide space for landing kayaks on the shore near the station.
Tam McTavish
Photo Date:
08/19/2018
Looking out at the jetty.
Tam McTavish
Photo Date:
08/19/2018
Examining the sluice beneath the power station. While out of commission, there is a slim chance these could open at any time, and signs warn against standing directly beneath them.
Tam McTavish
Photo Date:
08/19/2018
The bay in which the dam resides is rather picturesque.