Yesterday, I was given a painting from the estate of Isa and Douglas Taylor; two exceptional people that were an important part of the fabric of Agassiz and who will always be sadly missed
Agassiz & Chilliwack from the Air
A clear February afternoon, a WestJet window seat, a camera and flight over Agassiz and Chilliwack - perfect for these aerial views.
Agassiz Fall Fair 2010
Local fall fair like the Agassiz Fall Fair are a lot of fun and important social events for the community. The Agassiz Fall Fair (1901 - ) is a great time with an agricultural theme and a splashy midway. I found myself enjoying the drama of the lawnmower racing - what fun.
Heritage House - "Hochalaga"
Instead of a civic address properties a hundred years ago were often named this fine old place was called "Hochalaga" and has be lovingly renovated with great success.
Chilliwack from the Air
Flying home in February I was lucky enough to have a window seat, a camera, and relatively clear day. It does strike me from the air how imposing Mount Baker really and the beauty of the Chilliwack, B.C. Fraser Valley area.
Garrison Crossing - Take a Walk
Okay, I sometimes imagine that the local planners will actually read this blog and decide to implement design principles that will enhance the lives and communities we live. For a good example they really would not have to go far - just to Garrison Crossing on the former CFB Chilliwack lands. This is one of the most walkable communities in the Fraser Valley and this post examines why.
Paramount Closes
The final curtain dropped on Chilliwack's Paramount Theatre on November 3, 2010 to the sorrow of so many of us that have enjoyed the style it brought to Chilliwack's downtown.
Rockwell Bay, Harrison Hot Springs.
The most exclusive real estate property in the area is at the water's edge of the 77km glacier fed Harrison Lake. This post written February 27, 2011 explores Harrison Lake off-season in February.
This 93 ha wetland park offers a diversity of life a well maintained trail system and number of viewing platforms; a great place for a walk with the family.
It is difficult today to imagine the pivotal role this town had in shaping British Columbia. During the gold rush of 1858 this quiet little was once known as "the wickedest little settlement in British Columbia". This post looks at that history and my camera explores some incredible scenery.
