Goodbye Dad – The Kid from Brechin
Another new chapter in my life has begun: life without Dad. My Dad, Lorne McKinnell, was a fortunate man. He led an adventurous life, one deeply tied to the sea. […]
A Rare Wolf Encounter in the Village Islands
After a few peaceful days at Potts Lagoon, immersed in the sights and sounds of birds and bears, Ray and I decided it was time to move on. Nestled in
Huangshan Through My Lens: Featured in the New York Times
I am delighted and honoured to share that one of my photos from China has been published in the New York Times today! The image is part of the annual
Bears, Birds, and the Blow Hole: Exploring Potts Lagoon
The Broughton Archipelago! Just saying the name feels like an adventure in the making. After a minor disagreement with the ocean floor over my anchor’s rightful owner back in Port
An Unexpected Test and Triumph in Port Harvey
After nearly a week in Forward Harbour, patiently waiting for the wind to take a break, our opportunity to push onward north through Johnstone Strait had arrived. Johnstone Strait has
North to Forward Harbour: Dolphins, Bears, and a Heartbreaking Sight
As we left Octopus Islands Marine Park, excitement buzzed in the air. Just one more hop and we’d be in waters farther north than I’ve ever been in my own
Octopus Islands Marine Park: Where Wildlife Meets Wild Art
After leaving Von Donop Inlet, the next leg of our journey to the Broughton Archipelago took us through one of my favourite passages in BC: Hole in the Wall, a
Orca, Sea Stars, and Windswept Days at Von Donop Inlet
We were nearly ready to set off. With Vestri’s bottom restoration complete, and after a brief delay when Covid sidelined us both (more on that in my last post), we
Anchors Aweigh: Our First Full Season Living Aboard Vestri
Last year was like the shakedown cruise of our new summer live-aboard life – everything was new and unfamiliar. Four boating seasons had gone by without me after my lengthy
Underwater Photography For Everyone: No Fancy Gear Needed!
Do you dream of capturing the beauty of the ocean without expensive gear or getting wet in the cold water? Say hello to the world of stay-dry underwater photography! Underwater
Virgin River Canyon: A Quiet Refuge for Photographers
The Virgin River is a prominent figure in the Southwest, winding through stunning landscapes from Zion National Park in Utah, cutting through the northwest corner of Arizona, and emptying into