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A peaceful, relaxing day after the holiday “business” - a great way to truly start the New Year 😊

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I Am the Very Model of a Modern-Day Canadian
I Am the Very Model of a Modern-Day Canadian YouTube video by Tod Maffin

This is simply a fun one to watch.
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Mixed breed dog running …

Mixed breed dog running …

Mixed breed dog hiking in mountains

Mixed breed dog hiking in mountains

Mixed breed dog silhouette

Mixed breed dog silhouette

A "perfect imperfect dog" is a beloved pet with quirks, disabilities, or training challenges that make them uniquely wonderful, finding love not despite their flaws but because of them … here’s to our much loved “perfectly imperfect” dog, who brings much joy into our lives.
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Life is truly meant to be savoured and enjoyed ... not hurried along. My philosophy is to live simply and enjoy the moment. Happy Holidays everyone, may you all have a truly happy new year.

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For anyone with a canine companion, you get it…

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Do Dogs Really Love Us? with Oprah and Dr. Carl Safina
Do Dogs Really Love Us? with Oprah and Dr. Carl Safina YouTube video by Oprah

This is well worth watching, Carl Safina has a wonderful mind and a message the world needs to really hear…

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Octopus vs Underwater Maze
Octopus vs Underwater Maze YouTube video by Mark Rober

While sad to see this in captivity, it’s still amazing to watch the intelligence an octopus has…

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“DON’T AVOID ALL THE PUDDLES”

I discovered trail widening is a real issue raised by conservationists throughout the world. So avoid running around obstacles, as others will follow suit and gradually widen the trail, stealing ground from the surrounding ecosystem.

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Relaxed dog sleeping on his back in bed after a great day trail running in the mountains…

Relaxed dog sleeping on his back in bed after a great day trail running in the mountains…

Gotta love a well exercised dog, 12 km mountain trail run (more of a jog as it was a rough trail) and life is good 👍🏽
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"Dogs know that a good life is a collection of happy moments."

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The JOY of watching a rescue dog blossom...

The JOY of watching a rescue dog blossom...

Anyone who has adopted a dog understands what an absolute JOY it is to watch them blossom into a confident, loving family member that knows they have a 'forever' home ...

“Saving one dog will not change the world, but surely for that one dog, the world will change forever.”
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C’est la Vie …
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Golden: A Swiss-style getaway in the birthplace of Canadian mountaineering Built in 1910 and 1912 by the Canadian Pacific Railway, Swiss-style chalets offer a historic place to stay in Golden, which is surrounded by six national parks offering hiking trails and ski runs

Golden: A Swiss-style getaway in the birthplace of Canadian mountaineering. An area which is surrounded by six national parks offering hiking trails and ski runs…

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The Death of the Middle-Class Musician | The Walrus It’s easier than ever to make music, and harder than ever to make a living from it

It’s easier than ever to make music, and harder than ever to make a living from it … The sad reality is that most musicians in this country do not make money. This is also true for most independent record labels.

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Dallasite Dallasite, the Pacific Northwest Jasper Unique to Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada, is the jasper form known as Dallasite, named after the road it was discovered on in the south end of Va…

Unique to Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada, is the jasper form known as Dallasite, named after the road it was discovered on in the south end of Vancouver Island. It is officially recognized as the third most important gemstone in British Columbia…

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iNaturalist iNaturalist is a social network for naturalists! Record your observations of plants and animals, share them with friends and researchers, and learn about the natural world.

If you love nature, than you should get to know iNaturalist. It helps you to learn and understand the animals & plants around you while helping science & conservation… citizen science at its finest.

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www.inaturalist.org

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Emma’s words of wisdom … a dog knows best 🦮

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To all the knitters out there, you understand 🤗

Did you know that knitting is currently experiencing a resurgence in popularity, transitioning from a niche hobby to a trendy activity with much broader appeal across ALL age demographics…

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New general manager named for Mount Washington Alpine Resort A longtime Vancouver Island resident and a passionate skier and mountain biker, Mike Manara brings three decades of resort operations experience to the role.

Congrats and good luck - it is a great Resort and beautiful hiking area…

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It’s Not Supposed to be Easy Being able to do hard things while exercising makes you that much more resilient to tackle life’s curveballs. See why it is good to push your comfort zone.

Good article, worth the read…

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www.concept2.com/blog/its-not...

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Happy adventures hiking on Vancouver Island

Happy adventures hiking on Vancouver Island

Henry David Thoreau: "Me thinks that the moment my legs begin to move, my thoughts begin to flow."

The joy of hiking on Vancouver Island - doubly shared when you are with your dog ...

#crankygoat #vancouverisland

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Crankygoat's dog, Emma, sharing some wise words... you can pause without stopping.  You can rest without quitting.

Crankygoat's dog, Emma, sharing some wise words... you can pause without stopping. You can rest without quitting.

Wise words from Emma... "The saying 'If you get tired, learn to rest, not to quit' encourages perseverance by suggesting that taking breaks is a healthy and necessary part of achieving goals, rather than giving up entirely when faced with fatigue or difficulty..."

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30 Unique and Unknown Facts About Vancouver Island | North American Islands Discover 30 unique and unknown facts about Vancouver Island, from forgotten ghost towns to strange natural phenomena. Uncover the hidden history of this amazing island

Vancouver Island, nestled off the west coast of Canada, is renowned for its stunning natural beauty. However, beyond the well-known landmarks, the island is brimming with unique stories, unusual phenomena, and hidden gems...

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www.islaguru.com/articles/30-...

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Vancouver Island Fast Facts - Learn more about Vancouver Island with DVI There's much more to Vancouver Island than expected - it's a diverse paradise on the coast of B.C. Learn fast facts with the Discover Vancouver Island Blog.

Vancouver Island Fast Facts...

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Proud to be a Vancouver Islander, awesome voter turnout...

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Totally relate - Gotta love Vancouver Island

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Just Gotta Love Vancouver Island...

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‘Stressed’ trees share resources to overcome environmental challenges | Envirotec A length of steel pipe and a heart monitor are the unlikely tools underpinning new research which suggests that trees may work together to form resource-sha ...

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One intriguing aspect of our findings is that they align with theoretical models of both natural system evolution and human societies on the cost benefits of co-operation…

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Vancouver Island ranked in top 10 regions in the world by Lonely Planet 'As international visitors begin to travel again, they will look to trusted travel authorities such as Lonely Planet for direction on which destinations to choose first.'

Vancouver Island ranked in top 10 regions in the world by Lonely Planet …

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www.vancouverisawesome.com/travel/vanco...

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Places to Go - Tourism Vancouver Island

The exposed top of a submerged mountain range, Vancouver Island stretches for 460km from charmingly sophisticated Victoria in the southwest to Cape Scott’s windswept beaches and rugged headlands at its northern tip…

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vancouverisland.travel/places-to-go/

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