Mayne Island, Part 4 (afoot) - July 2016

Kay and I were not in the boats the whole time. The Island itself offered a number of nice trails and great beach access giving us ample areas to explore. Here is a sample.

Georgina Point Heritage Point and Lighthouse is one two parcels on the island which are part of the Gulf Islands National Park Reserve (GINPR); a relatively new addition to the Canadian National Park system.

 Kay explores Reef Bay.

 The view from Mayne Island Inn where we stayed

The view from Campbell Point part of the Bennett Bay reserve the other parcel belonging to the GINPR

Edith Point has a number of well maintained trails all on a large privately owned property which the owners graciously allow to be traveled

 A meadow in Mt. Parke Park

 An island of about 1100 residents can't support a public transit system or a taxi service so this is how they compensate.

Mayne Island, Part 3 Bennett Bay - July 24, 2016

It was our favorite time of day and favorite kind of water. Kay and I had the perfect last evening of our paddle vacation just enjoying the bay in front of the Inn.

 Exploring the shore of Georgeson Island.

The view toward home

 Samuel & Curlew Islands

Mayne Island, Part 2, Campbel[ Bay - July 23, 2016

The Chuckanut sandstone formations were the highlight of this paddle. The amazing sculptures and grotesque shapes were a delight to view. It was very reminiscent of Chuckanut Bay

Goofy

Again sea stars were in relative abundance. It was heartwarming to witness their apparent comeback.

"giddy-up doggies"

Mayne Island, Part 1: Bennett Bay to Wildcat Cove - July 21, 2016

We timed the currents to assist us on our trip to Winter Cove on Saturna Island. It was new water and Territory for us. The weather was perfect as well.

Approaching Lizard Island

Entering Irish Bay on Samuel Island.

"Pit stop" on Irish Bay

Kay changing foot attire after coming ashore at Winter Cove.

Boardwalk through the marsh at Winter Cove Reserve.

Boat Pass between Samuel & Saturna Islands

Passing Curlew Island

Mt Baker through the gap between Campbell Point and Georgeson Island.