Salt Spring Photographer John Cameron
What better way to spend Earth Day, or any day, than discovering a new (to us) loop trail on the slopes of Salt Spring’s Mount Maxwell?
The trail above quickly entered old growth territory and became even more magical. The summit surprised us as it was partially enveloped in cloud. Particularly to the west and north.
Part of the stage area at Mahon Hall in Ganges. The eighth annual Easter Art Tour started here.
The Stefanie Denz oil on panel ‘Tennis Court’ at the far right measures 48 x 80 inches. ($8500)
The Western Red Cedar sculptures are by Steven Stairs. The closest, and middle piece, is titled ‘Watcher’. ($1800)
These daffodils were purchased at the Salt Spring Market on Saturday from Ambledale Farms and are sharing their sunny smiles around our home. Also purchased: bread from Heather (The Bread Lady) of course!
The Salt Spring and Gulf Islands Renewable Energy Conference Issues and Solutions yesterday at the Gulf Islands Secondary Multipurpose Room. That’s Rob Abbott delivering the keynote.
In related news…a community funded project will see the installation of a 20 kilowatt solar photovoltaic system on the roof of the high school gym. The power will be sold to BC Hydro and the money realized will go to a GISS Solar Scholarship (for GISS students who demonstrate achievement and interest in renewable energy and climate action).
And, the south facing campus also had, I believe, the first geothermal heating system on the Island. The system runs under the lower soccer field.
Handmade on the island with quality natural ingredients. And so yummy. A special treat at Salt Spring’s Saturday Market. The market opens today and runs through October.
