Dave Ingram
@daveingram.bsky.social
Dave Ingram is a photographer based on Vancouver Island, BC.
Sitka Alder: A Subalpine Survivor
Sitka alder (Alnus alnobetula ssp. sinuata) is a hardy shrub that is found at higher elevations in the subalpine on Vancouver Island, British Columbia. A reliable place to see this plant is in Strathcona Provincial Park where Sitka Alder grows in several…
Sitka alder (Alnus alnobetula ssp. sinuata) is a hardy shrub that is found at higher elevations in the subalpine on Vancouver Island, British Columbia. A reliable place to see this plant is in Strathcona Provincial Park where Sitka Alder grows in several…
Sitka Alder: A Subalpine Survivor
Sitka alder (Alnus alnobetula ssp. sinuata) is a hardy shrub that is found at higher elevations in the subalpine on Vancouver Island, British Columbia. A reliable place to see this plant is in Strathcona Provincial Park where Sitka Alder grows in several accessible places on the loop trail that follows the shoreline of Lake Helen Mackenzie. The bushy shrub is a common, but…
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July 13, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Sitka Alder: A Subalpine Survivor
Sitka alder (Alnus alnobetula ssp. sinuata) is a hardy shrub that is found at higher elevations in the subalpine on Vancouver Island, British Columbia. A reliable place to see this plant is in Strathcona Provincial Park where Sitka Alder grows in several…
Sitka alder (Alnus alnobetula ssp. sinuata) is a hardy shrub that is found at higher elevations in the subalpine on Vancouver Island, British Columbia. A reliable place to see this plant is in Strathcona Provincial Park where Sitka Alder grows in several…
Spring Wildflowers in Paradise Meadows
As the snow quickly melts in the subalpine, it's a great time to dust off the hiking boots and look for spring wildflowers in Paradise Meadows. The Paradise Meadows trailhead gives easy access to subalpine meadows and a variety of hiking loops in Strathcona…
As the snow quickly melts in the subalpine, it's a great time to dust off the hiking boots and look for spring wildflowers in Paradise Meadows. The Paradise Meadows trailhead gives easy access to subalpine meadows and a variety of hiking loops in Strathcona…
Spring Wildflowers in Paradise Meadows
As the snow quickly melts in the subalpine, it's a great time to dust off the hiking boots and look for spring wildflowers in Paradise Meadows. The Paradise Meadows trailhead gives easy access to subalpine meadows and a variety of hiking loops in Strathcona Provincial Park. Paradise Meadows in Strathcona Provincial Park (mid-June, 2025) For those looking for something easy, a…
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July 9, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Spring Wildflowers in Paradise Meadows
As the snow quickly melts in the subalpine, it's a great time to dust off the hiking boots and look for spring wildflowers in Paradise Meadows. The Paradise Meadows trailhead gives easy access to subalpine meadows and a variety of hiking loops in Strathcona…
As the snow quickly melts in the subalpine, it's a great time to dust off the hiking boots and look for spring wildflowers in Paradise Meadows. The Paradise Meadows trailhead gives easy access to subalpine meadows and a variety of hiking loops in Strathcona…
A Muddy Trail to Mystic Beach
Located on the rugged, west coastline of Vancouver Island, Mystic Beach is a day-trip destination that rewards the effort. Known for its dramatic sea cliffs, cobblestone beach, and a waterfall that spills directly onto the beach, this spot is a favourite among hikers…
Located on the rugged, west coastline of Vancouver Island, Mystic Beach is a day-trip destination that rewards the effort. Known for its dramatic sea cliffs, cobblestone beach, and a waterfall that spills directly onto the beach, this spot is a favourite among hikers…
A Muddy Trail to Mystic Beach
Located on the rugged, west coastline of Vancouver Island, Mystic Beach is a day-trip destination that rewards the effort. Known for its dramatic sea cliffs, cobblestone beach, and a waterfall that spills directly onto the beach, this spot is a favourite among hikers and photographers. But getting there? That’s a different story. Mud, Roots, and More Mud The trail to Mystic Beach begins at…
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July 4, 2025 at 5:00 PM
A Muddy Trail to Mystic Beach
Located on the rugged, west coastline of Vancouver Island, Mystic Beach is a day-trip destination that rewards the effort. Known for its dramatic sea cliffs, cobblestone beach, and a waterfall that spills directly onto the beach, this spot is a favourite among hikers…
Located on the rugged, west coastline of Vancouver Island, Mystic Beach is a day-trip destination that rewards the effort. Known for its dramatic sea cliffs, cobblestone beach, and a waterfall that spills directly onto the beach, this spot is a favourite among hikers…
Northwest Hesperian: A Forest Floor Discovery
While walking along the South Beach Trail in Pacific Rim National Park Reserve, I paused to examine a small snail gliding across a decaying leaf. Its finely-hairy shell, ridged and glistening with moisture, caught my eye. I suspected I had found…
While walking along the South Beach Trail in Pacific Rim National Park Reserve, I paused to examine a small snail gliding across a decaying leaf. Its finely-hairy shell, ridged and glistening with moisture, caught my eye. I suspected I had found…
Northwest Hesperian: A Forest Floor Discovery
While walking along the South Beach Trail in Pacific Rim National Park Reserve, I paused to examine a small snail gliding across a decaying leaf. Its finely-hairy shell, ridged and glistening with moisture, caught my eye. I suspected I had found a Northwest Hesperian (Vespericola columbianus)—a terrestrial snail native to the Pacific Northwest.
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June 29, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Northwest Hesperian: A Forest Floor Discovery
While walking along the South Beach Trail in Pacific Rim National Park Reserve, I paused to examine a small snail gliding across a decaying leaf. Its finely-hairy shell, ridged and glistening with moisture, caught my eye. I suspected I had found…
While walking along the South Beach Trail in Pacific Rim National Park Reserve, I paused to examine a small snail gliding across a decaying leaf. Its finely-hairy shell, ridged and glistening with moisture, caught my eye. I suspected I had found…
Garry Oaks and Wildflowers: The Natural History of Notch Hill
Rising above Nanoose Bay, Notch Hill offers one of the most ecologically rich and visually rewarding short hikes in the region. Located near Nanoose on Vancouver Island, this modest summit rewards the curious with sweeping views, golden…
Rising above Nanoose Bay, Notch Hill offers one of the most ecologically rich and visually rewarding short hikes in the region. Located near Nanoose on Vancouver Island, this modest summit rewards the curious with sweeping views, golden…
Garry Oaks and Wildflowers: The Natural History of Notch Hill
Rising above Nanoose Bay, Notch Hill offers one of the most ecologically rich and visually rewarding short hikes in the region. Located near Nanoose on Vancouver Island, this modest summit rewards the curious with sweeping views, golden grasslands, and a glimpse into a unique and endangered ecosystem—the Garry oak meadow. This is a destination that I've visited before and will likely visit again.
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June 25, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Garry Oaks and Wildflowers: The Natural History of Notch Hill
Rising above Nanoose Bay, Notch Hill offers one of the most ecologically rich and visually rewarding short hikes in the region. Located near Nanoose on Vancouver Island, this modest summit rewards the curious with sweeping views, golden…
Rising above Nanoose Bay, Notch Hill offers one of the most ecologically rich and visually rewarding short hikes in the region. Located near Nanoose on Vancouver Island, this modest summit rewards the curious with sweeping views, golden…
Mount Erskine: A Foggy Hike on Salt Spring Island
If you are looking for an outdoor adventure on Salt Spring Island, consider mystical Mount Erskine. In addition to offering a fabulous hike through a coastal Douglas-fir forest, the trails in Mount Erskine Provincial Park pass through a landscape…
If you are looking for an outdoor adventure on Salt Spring Island, consider mystical Mount Erskine. In addition to offering a fabulous hike through a coastal Douglas-fir forest, the trails in Mount Erskine Provincial Park pass through a landscape…
Mount Erskine: A Foggy Hike on Salt Spring Island
If you are looking for an outdoor adventure on Salt Spring Island, consider mystical Mount Erskine. In addition to offering a fabulous hike through a coastal Douglas-fir forest, the trails in Mount Erskine Provincial Park pass through a landscape filled with quaint faerie doors. On an early spring day, when Salt Spring Island is socked in with fog and rain, the park is a true Brigadoon experience.
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June 21, 2025 at 3:54 AM
Mount Erskine: A Foggy Hike on Salt Spring Island
If you are looking for an outdoor adventure on Salt Spring Island, consider mystical Mount Erskine. In addition to offering a fabulous hike through a coastal Douglas-fir forest, the trails in Mount Erskine Provincial Park pass through a landscape…
If you are looking for an outdoor adventure on Salt Spring Island, consider mystical Mount Erskine. In addition to offering a fabulous hike through a coastal Douglas-fir forest, the trails in Mount Erskine Provincial Park pass through a landscape…
Exploring Lower Banon Creek Falls near Chemainus, BC
Tucked away in the forested hills near Chemainus, Lower Banon Creek Falls is a quiet and rewarding destination for those willing to go a bit off the beaten path. Often overshadowed by its upper counterpart, the less dramatic Lower Banon Creek…
Tucked away in the forested hills near Chemainus, Lower Banon Creek Falls is a quiet and rewarding destination for those willing to go a bit off the beaten path. Often overshadowed by its upper counterpart, the less dramatic Lower Banon Creek…
Exploring Lower Banon Creek Falls near Chemainus, BC
Tucked away in the forested hills near Chemainus, Lower Banon Creek Falls is a quiet and rewarding destination for those willing to go a bit off the beaten path. Often overshadowed by its upper counterpart, the less dramatic Lower Banon Creek waterfall offers a striking cascade over layered mudstone. The waterfall is framed by mixed forest and features an array of wildflowers.
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June 9, 2025 at 6:11 AM
Exploring Lower Banon Creek Falls near Chemainus, BC
Tucked away in the forested hills near Chemainus, Lower Banon Creek Falls is a quiet and rewarding destination for those willing to go a bit off the beaten path. Often overshadowed by its upper counterpart, the less dramatic Lower Banon Creek…
Tucked away in the forested hills near Chemainus, Lower Banon Creek Falls is a quiet and rewarding destination for those willing to go a bit off the beaten path. Often overshadowed by its upper counterpart, the less dramatic Lower Banon Creek…
A Tale of Two Water Lilies at Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park
Just a short drive from downtown Victoria, British Columbia, Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park is a peaceful green space for hikers, joggers, paddlers, and bird watchers. Located in Saanich, a 10km multi-use trail loops around the connected…
Just a short drive from downtown Victoria, British Columbia, Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park is a peaceful green space for hikers, joggers, paddlers, and bird watchers. Located in Saanich, a 10km multi-use trail loops around the connected…
A Tale of Two Water Lilies at Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park
Just a short drive from downtown Victoria, British Columbia, Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park is a peaceful green space for hikers, joggers, paddlers, and bird watchers. Located in Saanich, a 10km multi-use trail loops around the connected lakes of the CRD park. The trail offers a gentle (but long) walk through mixed forests and wetland ecosystems. Make sure to bring plenty of water and snacks.
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May 31, 2025 at 4:43 PM
A Tale of Two Water Lilies at Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park
Just a short drive from downtown Victoria, British Columbia, Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park is a peaceful green space for hikers, joggers, paddlers, and bird watchers. Located in Saanich, a 10km multi-use trail loops around the connected…
Just a short drive from downtown Victoria, British Columbia, Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park is a peaceful green space for hikers, joggers, paddlers, and bird watchers. Located in Saanich, a 10km multi-use trail loops around the connected…
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May 26, 2025 at 6:40 PM
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Forest Wildflowers Along the Puntledge River
In early spring, the bloom of forest wildflowers is spectacular along the trails of the Puntledge River Recreation Area. Beginning at the outlet of the Comox Lake Reservoir, this second growth forest offers a sometimes confusing network of riverside…
In early spring, the bloom of forest wildflowers is spectacular along the trails of the Puntledge River Recreation Area. Beginning at the outlet of the Comox Lake Reservoir, this second growth forest offers a sometimes confusing network of riverside…
Forest Wildflowers Along the Puntledge River
In early spring, the bloom of forest wildflowers is spectacular along the trails of the Puntledge River Recreation Area. Beginning at the outlet of the Comox Lake Reservoir, this second growth forest offers a sometimes confusing network of riverside paths, towering conifers, and a vibrant understory of spring forest wildflowers. In May, the show starts with dull Oregon-grape (
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May 24, 2025 at 10:10 PM
Forest Wildflowers Along the Puntledge River
In early spring, the bloom of forest wildflowers is spectacular along the trails of the Puntledge River Recreation Area. Beginning at the outlet of the Comox Lake Reservoir, this second growth forest offers a sometimes confusing network of riverside…
In early spring, the bloom of forest wildflowers is spectacular along the trails of the Puntledge River Recreation Area. Beginning at the outlet of the Comox Lake Reservoir, this second growth forest offers a sometimes confusing network of riverside…
Congratulations @mark-carney.bsky.social ! Grateful for your steady, calm leadership and looking forward to 4 years of Liberal government!
April 29, 2025 at 2:42 AM
Congratulations @mark-carney.bsky.social ! Grateful for your steady, calm leadership and looking forward to 4 years of Liberal government!
Voting day today in Canada - polls are open, make sure to vote!
April 28, 2025 at 1:54 PM
Voting day today in Canada - polls are open, make sure to vote!
Aaron Gunn’s website just dropped - it explains everything that we were wondering about because he hasn’t attended any candidate debates. Worth a look!!! All questions answered. If you’re a voter in North Island - Powell River this might help firm up your voting plans!
www.voteaarongunn.com
www.voteaarongunn.com
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Vote for Campbell River's own Aaron Gunn. Everything is woke and that makes me mad.
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April 25, 2025 at 12:21 AM
Aaron Gunn’s website just dropped - it explains everything that we were wondering about because he hasn’t attended any candidate debates. Worth a look!!! All questions answered. If you’re a voter in North Island - Powell River this might help firm up your voting plans!
www.voteaarongunn.com
www.voteaarongunn.com
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The weirdest federal election in Canadian history is entering the home stretch, presenting a binary choice to voters in just a week’s time. Michael Harris writes. #CdnElxn2025
It’s Been Canada’s Weirdest Federal Election | The Tyee
Conservatives have tried to duck the Trump effect, reporters and even local debates. Will it work?
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April 22, 2025 at 2:04 PM
The weirdest federal election in Canadian history is entering the home stretch, presenting a binary choice to voters in just a week’s time. Michael Harris writes. #CdnElxn2025
Kudos to the candidates who showed up to tonight’s debate in North Island - Powell River. Disappointing (but not unexpected) that Aaron Gunn (Conservative) was a no show again - I guess he had better things to do than let voters see his responses to issues in the riding that he wants to represent.
April 15, 2025 at 3:15 AM
Kudos to the candidates who showed up to tonight’s debate in North Island - Powell River. Disappointing (but not unexpected) that Aaron Gunn (Conservative) was a no show again - I guess he had better things to do than let voters see his responses to issues in the riding that he wants to represent.
Saint Mary Lake, Salt Spring Island, BC
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March 26, 2025 at 4:20 AM
Saint Mary Lake, Salt Spring Island, BC
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Ruckle Provincial Park, Salt Spring Island, BC
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March 25, 2025 at 11:07 PM
Ruckle Provincial Park, Salt Spring Island, BC
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Got an old Vitomatic IIa that had a half shot roll of film in it. I finished it off and want to process it but it’s Kodachrome 64…
Any suggestions? I do have access to a fully functional darkroom with chemistry to process black and white film.
Any suggestions? I do have access to a fully functional darkroom with chemistry to process black and white film.
March 21, 2025 at 11:58 PM
Got an old Vitomatic IIa that had a half shot roll of film in it. I finished it off and want to process it but it’s Kodachrome 64…
Any suggestions? I do have access to a fully functional darkroom with chemistry to process black and white film.
Any suggestions? I do have access to a fully functional darkroom with chemistry to process black and white film.
Latest egg update from Canada for Americans - these prices are CDN.
Organic and lowest price on the shelf. Also, there were loads of eggs. #ElbowsUp
Organic and lowest price on the shelf. Also, there were loads of eggs. #ElbowsUp
March 8, 2025 at 12:44 AM
Latest egg update from Canada for Americans - these prices are CDN.
Organic and lowest price on the shelf. Also, there were loads of eggs. #ElbowsUp
Organic and lowest price on the shelf. Also, there were loads of eggs. #ElbowsUp
Cybertruck/driver sighting of the day at PKOLS, Mt Douglas Park, Saanich, BC. Guy gets dog out, talks on phone, dog takes a dump on the trail, he doesn’t pick up. Truck/driver prediction based on dog owner behaviour and douche bag appearance, prediction confirmed as correct when he returns to truck.
March 3, 2025 at 4:43 AM
Cybertruck/driver sighting of the day at PKOLS, Mt Douglas Park, Saanich, BC. Guy gets dog out, talks on phone, dog takes a dump on the trail, he doesn’t pick up. Truck/driver prediction based on dog owner behaviour and douche bag appearance, prediction confirmed as correct when he returns to truck.
As a Canadian with Ukrainian roots on my mother’s side, I’m absolutely appalled by the actions of the administration of the USA. These grifters, liars, and con artists have destroyed any sort of integrity that nation once had. Disgusting, incompetent, and childish.
In solidarity, Ukraine strong. 🇺🇦
In solidarity, Ukraine strong. 🇺🇦
March 1, 2025 at 5:30 AM
As a Canadian with Ukrainian roots on my mother’s side, I’m absolutely appalled by the actions of the administration of the USA. These grifters, liars, and con artists have destroyed any sort of integrity that nation once had. Disgusting, incompetent, and childish.
In solidarity, Ukraine strong. 🇺🇦
In solidarity, Ukraine strong. 🇺🇦
A quick update on Google search’s Stategate here in Canada. Apparently provincial parks being labeled as “State parks” is not a new thing. We just didn’t notice it.
www.cbc.ca/amp/1.7466824
www.cbc.ca/amp/1.7466824
Google says it's updating Canadian parks listed as state parks in its search and maps
www.cbc.ca
February 25, 2025 at 3:55 AM
A quick update on Google search’s Stategate here in Canada. Apparently provincial parks being labeled as “State parks” is not a new thing. We just didn’t notice it.
www.cbc.ca/amp/1.7466824
www.cbc.ca/amp/1.7466824
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If you’re interested in my photography you can follow me on the @fotoapp.co now that they’ve done the
public release. It’s a great zen like experience, way better than Instagram. Check out my profile on Foto: the.fotoapp.co/daveingram
public release. It’s a great zen like experience, way better than Instagram. Check out my profile on Foto: the.fotoapp.co/daveingram
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