An Afternoon at the Beach

Lately we've been spending a lot of time at the beach. We have been fortunate in our community to have the freedom to get outside and enjoy nature during this global pandemic, a HUGE benefit of living in a small isolated town. On this particular trip we had the entire beach to ourselves for most of the time we were there. We dipped only our toes in the ocean, saw loads of crabs and starfish while eagles flew overhead.  Getting outside clears my head and I'm so grateful to live so close to so many beautiful spots that offer so much to explore. 

Nature Loving: Beach Lions Part 2 - In the Sunshine

I could post and post about these amazing characters. They are such a treat to watch. 

I hope they stay forever. 

Check out more photos of them here.

Nature Loving: Beach Lions Part 1 - On a Grey Day

 

The California Sea Lions have made a new home in our neighbourhood. They are constantly barking and can be heard all over town. I have seen them around in previous years but never in this amount and never so close. They are littering the beach and the breakwater by the mill and certainly are making their presence known with their loud conversations. There are so many characters involved. I have been down to watch them numerous times and taken hundreds of shots. I cannot get enough. They seem to be the most peaceful sleepers and very affectionate but also can get very angry with one another. I feel so grateful they chose our town to make their home even if it is only temporary. No one knows how long they will stay and they are drawing huge crowds daily. Such a treat. If you are in Powell River, be sure to go and check them out.