Old Road and Veteran Oak

Connell ventures through the Shelbourne Valley to the southern slopes of Pkols to see an ancient oak tree. He observes other flora and fauna along the way while sharing interesting pieces of associated lore and legend. From the Victoria Daily Colonist, October 30th, 1938- October days are the best of all for walking. I meanContinue reading “Old Road and Veteran Oak”

The New Mount Douglas Road

Follow Rev. Connell along Shelbourne Street and up the unfinished “new” road to the summit of Pkols/Mount Douglas. Take in some of the flora, geology and history of the valley, with a little turkey trivia for good measure! From the Victoria Daily Colonist, January 1st, 1939. After a night of frost a brilliantly sunny morningContinue reading “The New Mount Douglas Road”