Look up! Strawberry Moon rises over Pacific Ocean. Despite the name, it does not appear pink or red, unless when it is seen low on the horizon. The name merely suggests it’s a full moon in June, and the term comes from Native American traditions, signifying that wild strawberries are ripe and ready to be harvested. This year the strawberry moon is special in one way only: it is “the lowest” in next 18 years. It doesn’t mean that it is closer to Earth, it only means that it will not rise as high from the horizon as it usually does. Not so exciting as click bait news headers make it sound, eh? Nikon Z6 | 200mm | f:8 | 1/13s | ISO 200 5 EV-bracketing #strawberrymoon #moon #vanisle #vadcouverisland

A million dollar view! Too bad the timelapse got botched this time, but hoping for another chance tonight. No thanks to #nikonz6 24mm | F:4 | 3.0s | ISO 4000 #aurora #auroraborealis #auroraborealiscanada #spottedincolwood

East Sooke is known for its ancient petroglyphs, especially the ones at Alldridge Point beach—believed to have been carved by the Salish Nation as far back as 3,000 years ago. Legends tell of a giant seal figure etched into the rock, said to represent an elephant seal who served as a spiritual ‘game warden’—ensuring the community’s fishing practices remained bountiful but respectful. While digging for more than just travel blog info, I came across something cool—apparently there are two more petroglyph sites in the park, but they’re only accessible by water. Since this is a regional park, and regional parks usually don’t have blanket drone bans (unless specified), I’m guessing it’s not a strict no-fly zone… right? 😉 That said, the highlight of the trip for me wasn’t even the petroglyphs—it was the stunning Coastal Trail. That place leaves a lasting impression. Already looking forward to the next visit. #vancouverisland #vanisland #sookebc #eastsooke #petroglyphs #beautifulbritishcolumbia #hiking #trail

Hot air balloons in Oregon.🎈 How hot is the hot air ballon? Well, the air inside the balloon is heated to around 100°C (212°F), it becomes lighter than the cooler air outside, generating lift. So the fabric of the balloon is made from ripstop nylon or polyester, which can withstand temperatures over 120°C (250°F) near the burner. How the hot air balloon is steered? Pilots control altitude using propane burners and use different wind directions at various altitudes to “steer.” The engineering challenge is in reading wind patterns and using vertical control to catch the right currents. #hotairballoons #oregonballoons #hotairballoonrides #oregonadventures #balloonfestival #pnwviews #exploreoregon #oregonsky #upupandaway #woodburntulipfestival

It’s a magical surprise — meeting a barred owl perched calmly in a blooming park in Victoria, BC, right by the parking lot. 📸Nikon z6 — 24-120 f:1/4 Yes, it was that close! #onlyinvictoriabc #photooftheday #photography #birdsphotography #birdsofcanada #birdlovers #birdsofbc #owl #owlsofinstagram #barredowl #owlsarenotwhattheyseem #canada #canadabeauty @flow4nature

Nature’s surprise: A Barred Owl resting in the sakura bloom. And when I say resting I mean… well… watch to the end. “Who cooks for you?”: The Barred Owl’s call is famously described as sounding like, “Who cooks for you? Who cooks for you-all?” It’s a deep, hooting call that echoes well through forests. 📷 Nikon Z6 24-120 f:1/4 #birdlovers #wildlifephotography #nikon #nikonz6 #birding #your_best_birds #wildlifeplanet #wildanaloguezine #birdphotography #birdvideo #owl #barredowl #birdsofcanada #victoriabccanada🇨🇦#vanisland #vancouverislandbirds #onlyinvictoriabc

Right country this time, but wrong coast and no chance for the totality. Captured with Nikon D800 + 70-200 f:1/2,8 + 2x teleconverter. The next total solar eclipses to see: August 12, 2026 — Iceland, Spain, Portugal August 2, 2027 — Spain, Egypt, North Africa July 22, 2028 — Australia, New Zealand November 25, 2030 — Namibia, Botswana, SAR, Australia November 14, 2031 — Pacific Ocean March 30, 2033 — Kamchatka, North-West Alaska March 20, 2034 — China, India, Africa, Middle East, Africa #sun #solar #solareclipse #eclipse #astronomy Have you ever seen the totality?

We stand on guard for thee. #victoria #victoriabccanada🇨🇦 #canada #canadaflag #onlyinvictoriabc

Beautiful canyon with an abandoned mountain resort ruins near Sooke, BC. #waterfall #waterfalls #djimini4pro #canada #canadabeauty #beautifulbritishcolumbia #abandonedcanada #abandonedbc #sooke #sookebc

Have you visited this abandoned resort ruins on Vancouver Island? Once a luxury getaway, this place has been left to nature for decades. The crumbling foundations, moss-covered walls, and eerie silence tell a story of its past. Once filled with guests enjoying ocean views and fine dining, now it’s a hidden piece of history, slowly disappearing into the forest. #curiocityvancouver #sooke #sookebc #deertrailresort

The beauty of Oregon coast #photooftheday #photography #beach #beachlife #beachvibes #oregoncoast #coastallife

Sandcut beach falls, cascading down to the Pacific Ocean beach is one of a lesser known Vancouver Island landmarks, but it is sooo worth visiting! Given all the fossils in those rocks, a way to pass beneath it or to get on top, it is one of the most excited waterfalls I’ve been to. #pnw #beautifulbritishcolumbia🇨🇦 #waterfallsofinstagram #waterfall #waterfalls #waterfallphotography #photooftheday #photography #beach #beachlife #beachvibes #canada #canadabeauty #sandcutbeach