Obligatory selfie, with Donna of Retirement ReflectionsBeautiful forest pathsDelightfully spooky treesThis might be a moss called Stairstep (according to iNaturalist)The trail featured many wooden paths over boggy areasLooks a bit rickety but quite safe to walk onThis could be Cat’s Tail Moss or Witches’ Hair (according to iNaturalist) and I am here for either name!Mists rising above the treesCould be smoky polypore or turkey tail fungus. Take your pick!Water droplets on rosehips (no need to consult iNaturalist for this one!)Donna, nicely framed by mossy branchesThe last of the snow from the late December/early January stormsSome nice person created a benchSo many moss-covered branches!Obligatory tree bark closeup Apres hike chow-down! Tofu stir fry with noodles at Saigon Kitchen in Parksville. (Pardon the blurry shot, please)
49 thoughts on “Wordless Wednesday – Pheasant Glen Loop”
That looks like a particularly pretty walk (although a little chilly!). We’re having a gloomy and cool summer, so I think our autumn is going to get here really early
It was not chilly, really…even though it was quite damp and even drizzly at times. There was no wind, so that helped. Sorry to hear about your summer…I’ve certainly experienced those! Thanks, AJ
Yes, very spring-like! Snowdrops are blooming already and hellebores will be blooming soon. One thing I have noticed on this island is that Spring truly is a season…it lasts and lasts. Not like my former home in Ontario where Spring is “blink and you missed it”. Thanks, Kate
Yeah, you can blame me for turning us in the wrong direction! I should have turned on AllTrails much sooner . Definitely need to start planning for next week’s hike! Thanks, hiking buddy
That looks like such a lovely hike… one that I will want to go on during my next visit. I’m glad the weather let the two of you get out and about. Beautiful pictures!
Oh yes! Your name was mentioned when we realized I had taken us off the main trail and completely turned us around and heading away from our destination , as in “Joanne wouldn’t be very happy right now”. Serves us right for not turning on AllTrails sooner. Hubris and all that….. Thanks, my friend
Proof that Nature provides the most natural beauty in the world. And proof that walking/hiking with a friend is the best way to appreciate and enjoy Mom Nature. xo
Hi Deb – it always amazed me how little wind there could be/often was on the Island … and also the scenery … all the greenery – of various ‘sorts’ – love your header … amazing photos. Great you and Donna can get out and about together. The other thing I always enjoyed about the Island was how well it is maintained (in the main). Cheers Hilary
That looks like a particularly pretty walk (although a little chilly!). We’re having a gloomy and cool summer, so I think our autumn is going to get here really early
It was not chilly, really…even though it was quite damp and even drizzly at times. There was no wind, so that helped. Sorry to hear about your summer…I’ve certainly experienced those! Thanks, AJ
Lovely photos. I miss hiking… don’t think my injured knee will tolerate it anymore.
How perfectly beautiful!! Love Donna in the mossy frame especially.
Thank you, Dawn
That’s too bad, Rivergirl. I worry about my hiking days being over someday, but for now I can still do it. Thanks
Lovely photos Deb, really got a feel of being along on your hike with you & Donna
Thank you, Debs
That is my goal with these posts…to take you with us, so I appreciate you mentioning it!
So beautiful Deb. Was surprised to see that your snow has melted!
Snow, when it comes to this island, never seems to last very long…unless you are in the mountains. Thanks, Lynn
Looks so peaceful. Without the snow it’s almost springlike!
Yes, very spring-like! Snowdrops are blooming already and hellebores will be blooming soon. One thing I have noticed on this island is that Spring truly is a season…it lasts and lasts. Not like my former home in Ontario where Spring is “blink and you missed it”. Thanks, Kate
I’d love a long spring and fall!
What a beautiful hike! I love mossy things. You live in a beautiful part of the world that I hope to visit someday.
I love mossy things too, Anna! Thank you
Your walk looks like it was soothing to the soul. A pretty place to visit. Thanks for taking us along.
It was a healthy dose of Vitamin N(ature)! Thank you, Ally
That was such an awesome hike, Deb (despite the few extra steps).
Your photograph is stunning!
Where should we hike next week?
Yeah, you can blame me for turning us in the wrong direction! I should have turned on AllTrails much sooner
. Definitely need to start planning for next week’s hike! Thanks, hiking buddy 
It’s such a lovely area Deb and you seem to be enjoying it so much.
Leslie xoxo
I both enjoy and need it (getting out in nature)! Thanks, Leslie
Glorious scenery & photography, Deb! Thanks for taking us along.
Thank you very much, Del
What an interesting hiking trail! Love all the moss and other stuff growing up trees.
Me too! Love this stuff. Thanks, Jean
Wow. This looks like an amazing walk for you both! Witches hair; I love that!
Yaaas! Me too. Thanks, Suz
That looks like such a lovely hike… one that I will want to go on during my next visit. I’m glad the weather let the two of you get out and about. Beautiful pictures!
Absolutely! Yes to milder weather
. Thanks, Janis 
I love these walks. Thank you for telling us what everything was. It felt like a vacation for my soul.
What a wonderful compliment
. Thank you, Kari 
Great shots! Amazing hike.
Thank you very much
Loved joining you on the walk. All that gorgeous moss, and what an incredible fungus. Plus tree bark and nosh. Super post.
Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you so much
so much moss! Guess rain is good for something! Great photos.
Yes, it is! Thanks, Bernie
Was that the day of the 20,000 steps? I have hiked at Pheasant Glen before, but not quite the route you took.
Jude
Yes it was! And it is an over 9K loop and even more if you get lost
. Thanks, Jude 
Getting lost? Just no. My stomach clenched at just the thought of it.
A hike in green stuff everywhere? Oh, yes. Please. I’d like that very much. Our current white palette isn’t quite as inviting.
Oh yes! Your name was mentioned when we realized I had taken us off the main trail and completely turned us around and heading away from our destination
, as in “Joanne wouldn’t be very happy right now”. Serves us right for not turning on AllTrails sooner. Hubris and all that….
. Thanks, my friend 
Proof that Nature provides the most natural beauty in the world. And proof that walking/hiking with a friend is the best way to appreciate and enjoy Mom Nature. xo
Well said! Thank you
The mist rising above the trees photo really stopped me. But I love all those trail hike photos you post. BC is a beautiful place.
Thank you, TG
I love the mists too.
Oh how I love a good hike with a friend, followed by delish food. This looks like a perfect day, Deb. Your photos are gorgeous! Thank you for sharing
You are most welcome! More posts like this to come…Thank you
Hi Deb – it always amazed me how little wind there could be/often was on the Island … and also the scenery … all the greenery – of various ‘sorts’ – love your header … amazing photos. Great you and Donna can get out and about together. The other thing I always enjoyed about the Island was how well it is maintained (in the main). Cheers Hilary
Thank you, Hilary
There is almost always wind at Oceanside, but yes can be windless once you are away from there. So many shades of green, year-round 