Birkenhead Lake = Magnificent Camping Locale

If you ever have a chance to camp at Birkenhead Lake, do it! It was my (Mark's) first time camping in Beautiful British Columbia, and boy what an amazing experience it was! The weather was gorgeous, and many camping activities ensued. We were in Bear Country, but didn't have any run-ins with any bears. That's a good thing, but we were strapped with some bear spray just in case. Here are some photos that don't do the site and experience any justice at all.


8 was the number of our campsite. A lovely campsite, nestled back in the woods.

Big tent, little tent (and some sporting equipment).

Campfire pit with janky chairs and the one and only Lounge Lizard.

Mark and Meg in Bear Country!

The crew.

This is Birkenhead Lake. We walked from our campsite, through the woods, and were blown away by our first view of the lake. Again, photos just don't do it justice.

Lounge Lizard time!

Chris and Jen made the most badboy bacon and green onion skewers. We ate real well on the trip.

Eating well.

Eating well, drinking well (we drank well as well).

Bacon and green onion skewers going apeshit on the grill. That's Masta Grilla Chris Allen at the grill.

Bacon juice really gets the party started.

An evening photo of Birkenhead Lake.

We did some fishing, but didn't catch anything. One day I will catch a Brown Trout...not sure if I will eat it though.

That's Meg fishing for Brown Trout.

July 4, 2009

Went down to the Fuller's for July 4, 2009 celebrations and activities. Was Mark's first 4th in the States since the Summer of '06, so he was excited. We didn't take many photos either (Beavertooth). We had a blast though, thanks Dean and Melissa!!! See you up here soon!


Had lunch on the 4th right above the Public Market...tender vibes. Tender bloody mary's and mimosa's as well!

Meg really likes Crumpets, and just had to snap a photo of The Crumpet Shop. She didn't buy a crumpet though for some reason.

Meg with giant eggplant and 4th banner above her head. The sun was out, it was a wonderful day.

Pig head.

Argentina Revisited

Here is a selection of film photos that we really like (for one reason or another), from our trip to Argentina in January. Hope you enjoy them...

Been Ages... Part 2

Update number two.


My turn! The fam came up for my graduation. I love it when they visit!

Meghan lives in Vancouver, so she wasn't visiting, but Liz was. I love it when she visits as well, and was very happy they were both there!

My Mom was also there, but thought three pictures of me in my regalia would have been overkill. Anyhow, my Mom was here for five days and I showed her around the city. This was taken on Granville Island. The weather was gorgeous!

Mom and fountain.

After the family had all left, Meg's good friend Hilary came for a visit. Again, the weather was beautiful, so we went on a bike ride to a park to play some bocce and sip some brews.

Magical.

Flagpole Throw, Shawnigan Lake, 2009.

Been Ages... Part 1

Recently realized it had been close to three months since updating this badboy, so here is an update.


Went to the island (Vancouver Island, that is) and went on a hike through the Mystic Vail...this is Meghan in a Mystical Paradise.

I wasn't acting Mystical in this photo, but was feeling the Mystic Vibes regardless.

Reminds me of Super Mario Bros. Very trim!

Seems that Dog should have a helmet on! And maybe a rain slicker as well.

Went to California for my sister's graduation. It was a lovely day all around... Congrats Katie!!

The day after the aforementioned graduation, we headed to Catalina for a little rest and relaxation (and some beers).

BBH! That's Big Buck Hunter for those that aren't in the know. Next time you are in Avalon, head to The Marlin Club and play you some huntin' games.

Artwork in The Marlin Club's WC.

Nothing wrong with a steak every now and then. The creamed corn looks like throw-up. Sorry 'bout that...