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Sign protesting the plan to build the Northern Gateway pipeline<br /> <br /> The sign, which is a must read at larger sizes, is posted at the seaplane dock at the Gitga'at community of Hartley Bay (Gitag'at are part of the Tsimshian nation). The proposed Northern Gateway pipeline would bring oil tanker traffic right through the hazardous waters of the highly sensitive ecosystem occupied by the Gitga'at peoples. Any spill would be impossible to contain and clean up in this environment and would do irreversible damage.<br /> <br /> On March 22, 2006, the BC Ferries vessel 'Queen of the North' ran aground and sank in one hour at the north end of Gil Island, a short distance from Hartley Bay. The people of Hartley Bay helped rescue 99 of the 101 passengers by quickly driving their fishing and recreational boats to the scene, arriving even before the Canadian Coast Guard. The town community centre was turned into a rescue center with everyone providing food and shelter to the rescued ferry passengers. The town's populace received the Governor General's Commendation for Outstanding Service on May 3, 2006, for "initiative, selflessness and an extraordinary commitment to the well-being of others"; the honour also cites the town's "tremendous spirit and the remarkable example it has set". The ferry, with its fuel and its load of 16 passenger cars continues to leak small amounts of fuel into the local area.<br /> <br /> To see other photos of this small aboriginal village with the big heart, see here: <a href="http://goo.gl/SnPSkc">http://goo.gl/SnPSkc</a><br /> <br /> 8/11/13 <a href="http://www.allenfotowild.com">http://www.allenfotowild.com</a>
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Sign protesting the plan to build the Northern Gateway pipeline

The sign, which is a must read at larger sizes, is posted at the seaplane dock at the Gitga'at community of Hartley Bay (Gitag'at are part of the Tsimshian nation). The proposed Northern Gateway pipeline would bring oil tanker traffic right through the hazardous waters of the highly sensitive ecosystem occupied by the Gitga'at peoples. Any spill would be impossible to contain and clean up in this environment and would do irreversible damage.

On March 22, 2006, the BC Ferries vessel 'Queen of the North' ran aground and sank in one hour at the north end of Gil Island, a short distance from Hartley Bay. The people of Hartley Bay helped rescue 99 of the 101 passengers by quickly driving their fishing and recreational boats to the scene, arriving even before the Canadian Coast Guard. The town community centre was turned into a rescue center with everyone providing food and shelter to the rescued ferry passengers. The town's populace received the Governor General's Commendation for Outstanding Service on May 3, 2006, for "initiative, selflessness and an extraordinary commitment to the well-being of others"; the honour also cites the town's "tremendous spirit and the remarkable example it has set". The ferry, with its fuel and its load of 16 passenger cars continues to leak small amounts of fuel into the local area.

To see other photos of this small aboriginal village with the big heart, see here: http://goo.gl/SnPSkc

8/11/13 http://www.allenfotowild.com

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  • Four happy young monks for Children's Day<br /> <br /> These young boys were sitting near the entrance of the Zeyar Theingi nunnery, Sagaing Mandalay, Myanmar. In the nunnery I saw a number of quite young monks who appeared to be siblings of the young nuns. <br /> <br /> A photo of a group of young nuns, an interesting one from the Grotto of 45 Buddhas, and one of a giant statue of Buddha can be seen here: <a href="http://goo.gl/SyIKUB">http://goo.gl/SyIKUB</a>
  • Portrait of a young nun #2, Zeyar Theingi nunnery, Sagaing, Mandalay, Myanmar<br /> <br /> Some more photos taken around the Sagaing area can be seen here: <a href="http://goo.gl/357P12">http://goo.gl/357P12</a><br /> <br /> 19/11/13 <a href="http://www.allenfotowild.com">http://www.allenfotowild.com</a>
  • Portrait of a young nun, Zeyar Theingi nunnery, Sagaing region, Mandalay, Myanmar<br /> <br /> Sometimes the trainee nuns are orphans, or have been entrusted to the convent by a single parent who cannot cope, but nowadays there is a trend toward teenagers shaving their heads and becoming temporary nuns, as it is seen as a meritorious undertaking that can bring advantages to them. Parents are happy to send their teenage girls to renowned nunneries such as this one, as it is seen as a safe single sex environment where they can learn the prayers and religious etiquette of the Buddhist religion.<br /> <br /> Other photos of the young nuns, and the Saigang Hill area of Mandalay can be seen here: <a href="http://goo.gl/aVDGYL">http://goo.gl/aVDGYL</a><br /> <br /> 18/11/13 <a href="http://www.allenfotowild.com">http://www.allenfotowild.com</a>
  • 'S' is for sumptuous, succulent, sweet, Swiss chard<br /> <br /> Another one of my garden vegetables, Swiss chard has been called the 'new kale'. It is one of the most nutritious vegetables around, and ranks second only to spinach for its total nutrient richness. Cooking tip: boiling Swiss chard in an uncovered pot of water for 3 minutes will help to release some of it’s acidity by reducing its content of oxalic acid, making it sweeter.<br /> <br /> Re Art's comment: Where I live in Vancouver, near the ocean, we are in the Canadian 'tropics'. We have a USDA climate zone rating of 9a (equivalent to coastal Oregon and northern California), so we can actually grow winter veggies here, and cold tolerant vegetables, such as Swiss chard, will last throughout most winters as we rarely get snow, and even more rarely get a killing frost.<br /> <br /> 17/11/13 <a href="http://www.allenfotowild.com">http://www.allenfotowild.com</a>
  • 15th C statue of the Roman soldier Lucius Munatius Plancus inside the Basel Rathaus (town hall), Old Basel, Switzerland (best larger)<br /> <br /> Lucius Munatius Plancus was a Roman general who founded the settlement of Augusta Raurica (Augst) in 44 BC on the hill above the Rhine River where the Basel Munster now stands, so he is considered to be the founder of Basel and occupies a place of honour in the Basel town hall.<br /> <br /> For more pictures of the area of the town hall (Rathaus) and market square (Marktplatz) see here: <a href="http://goo.gl/mGVV7g">http://goo.gl/mGVV7g</a><br /> <br /> 16/11/13 <a href="http://www.allenfotowild.com">http://www.allenfotowild.com</a>
  • Play of light and shadows<br /> <br /> Stone mason in an unidentified arched building, Champaner, Gujurat State, India. I was taken with the shadows of the arches on the newly laid floor, so the arches are suggested rather than seen. The curve is also echoed by the curve of the worker's back.<br /> <br /> Shots of the actual building (and other shots of the Pavagadh Hill location, including the aerial tramway, walking path, etc.) can be seen here: <a href="http://goo.gl/TO2i9s">http://goo.gl/TO2i9s</a><br /> <br /> 15/11/13 <a href="http://www.allenfotowild.com">http://www.allenfotowild.com</a>
  • Sea plane at the dock, Prince Rupert, British Columbia<br /> <br /> This is the sea plane that I took the aerial shots from. It services remote communities like Hartley Bay. A neat aerial shot of a couple of tugs maneuvering a log boom can be seen here: <a href="http://goo.gl/VIfCLz">http://goo.gl/VIfCLz</a><br /> <br /> 13/11/13 <a href="http://www.allenfotowild.com">http://www.allenfotowild.com</a>
  • Cloud reflections and a boat with ripples (best at largest size)<br /> <br /> I looked down from the plane and saw the sky reflected in the water and this large motor boat proceeding up the Grenville Chanel with its wake spreading out behind it. It looked like a toy moving across the sky.<br /> <br /> Other aerial photos of this area can be seen here: <a href="http://goo.gl/fE1SYJ">http://goo.gl/fE1SYJ</a><br /> <br /> 14/11/13 <a href="http://www.allenfotowild.com">http://www.allenfotowild.com</a>
  • Reflected fishing boat, Hartley Bay, mid-coast British Columbia<br /> <br /> Some aerial photos of the grizzly country of the Great Bear rainforest can be seen here: <a href="http://goo.gl/5e5msm">http://goo.gl/5e5msm</a><br /> <br /> 12/11/13 <a href="http://www.allenfotowild.com">http://www.allenfotowild.com</a>
  • From my archives, two poppies standing in a field of forget-me-nots as a Remembrance Day tribute to all of our veterans.<br /> <br /> For several years I worked on reclaiming a half acre of blackberry thicket (all by hand in order to preserve the indigneous species that remained!) at my summer place and turning it into a natural wildflower meadow. I certainly didn't realize when I started just how much hard work it would involve every year to keep it naturalized, and keep out the invasive species! Finally, keeping it up, plus growing my organic vegetable garden, became too much work for me, and I sold the summer place. Some other photos from the meadow can be seen here: <a href="http://goo.gl/4ABas7">http://goo.gl/4ABas7</a><br /> <br /> 11/11/13 <a href="http://www.allenfotowild.com">http://www.allenfotowild.com</a>
  • 'R' is for ripe rosy red raspberries<br /> <br /> I have some ever bearing raspberries in my vegetable garden that produce both a summer and a fall crop. Although a little the worse for wear, they are still bearing, since we haven't had a hard frost yet. The radishes and rhubarb are finished.<br /> <br /> For my experimental 'R' shot, see here: <a href="http://goo.gl/REn8FV">http://goo.gl/REn8FV</a><br /> <br /> 10/11/13 <a href="http://www.allenfotowild.com">http://www.allenfotowild.com</a>
  • Portrait of a stone mason (best larger)<br /> <br /> On my way to go up Pavagardh Hill in the Champaner-Pavagardh Archaeological Park, I visited a beautiful arched structure where a group of stone workers was cutting stones to put in a new floor. I had a good time visiting with them, learning about what they were doing, and, once they were comfortable with me, taking their portraits.<br /> <br /> To see all the portraits of the stone cutters see here: <a href="http://goo.gl/PkN0Fo">http://goo.gl/PkN0Fo</a><br /> <br /> Update re comments: English is widely spoken in India. Did anyone notice that he has an old injury to his nose? (look at the largest size)<br /> <br /> 9/11/13 <a href="http://www.allenfotowild.com">http://www.allenfotowild.com</a>
  • Sign protesting the plan to build the Northern Gateway pipeline<br /> <br /> The sign, which is a must read at larger sizes, is posted at the seaplane dock at the Gitga'at community of Hartley Bay (Gitag'at are part of the Tsimshian nation). The proposed Northern Gateway pipeline would bring oil tanker traffic right through the hazardous waters of the highly sensitive ecosystem occupied by the Gitga'at peoples. Any spill would be impossible to contain and clean up in this environment and would do irreversible damage.<br /> <br /> On March 22, 2006, the BC Ferries vessel 'Queen of the North' ran aground and sank in one hour at the north end of Gil Island, a short distance from Hartley Bay. The people of Hartley Bay helped rescue 99 of the 101 passengers by quickly driving their fishing and recreational boats to the scene, arriving even before the Canadian Coast Guard. The town community centre was turned into a rescue center with everyone providing food and shelter to the rescued ferry passengers. The town's populace received the Governor General's Commendation for Outstanding Service on May 3, 2006, for "initiative, selflessness and an extraordinary commitment to the well-being of others"; the honour also cites the town's "tremendous spirit and the remarkable example it has set". The ferry, with its fuel and its load of 16 passenger cars continues to leak small amounts of fuel into the local area.<br /> <br /> To see other photos of this small aboriginal village with the big heart, see here: <a href="http://goo.gl/SnPSkc">http://goo.gl/SnPSkc</a><br /> <br /> 8/11/13 <a href="http://www.allenfotowild.com">http://www.allenfotowild.com</a>
  • Indian water buffalo with asymmetrical horns, Champaner, Gujarat, India<br /> <br /> This water buffalo was on a walk down a track all by itself with no sign of an owner or minder. From the size of the horns it appeared fairly old, and one horn was bent at an odd angle.<br /> <br /> Other photos from the area, including one of proud fathers and their completely disinterested children, can be seen here <a href="http://goo.gl/8DFMtw">http://goo.gl/8DFMtw</a><br /> <br /> 7/11/13 <a href="http://www.allenfotowild.com">http://www.allenfotowild.com</a>
  • Portrait of a mother holding her young baby, wrapped in a blanket, Champaner, Gujarat, India<br /> <br /> Other photos of the local people, including a portrait of a thoroughly modern young girl, can be seen here: <a href="http://goo.gl/74PpXI">http://goo.gl/74PpXI</a><br /> <br /> 6/11/13 <a href="http://www.allenfotowild.com">http://www.allenfotowild.com</a>
  • Portrait of a fisherman showing off his catch, U Bien Bridge, Amarapura, Myanmar<br /> <br /> When this fisherman caught a fish from the bridge he was happy to show it off for me. (Best seen at larger sizes.....notice the long wisp of hair that's escaped from his hat)<br /> <br /> Update re billiejean's question: It is quite common in Myanmar for men to wear the traditional longyi (sarong) on the bottom and a t-shirt or dress shirt on the top (which are mostly made locally). You can see this in other photos from this series, such as the artist, boy, and boatman also posted today.<br /> <br /> Other photos from U Bien Bridge can be seen here: <a href="http://goo.gl/QsvPNB">http://goo.gl/QsvPNB</a><br /> <br /> 5/11/13 <a href="http://www.allenfotowild.com">http://www.allenfotowild.com</a>
  • Portrait of a young woman, U Bien Bridge, Amarapura, Myanmar <br /> <br /> U Bien Bridge is the oldest, longest teak bridge in the world. It was built in 1850 with wood reclaimed from a former royal place. It is 1.2 km long, and crosses Taungthaman Lake in Amarapura, Myanmar. At a couple of places along the bridge it widens out enough to accommodate some souvenir stands, including one run by a local artist. This portrait is of his beautiful daughter who assists him at his stand.<br /> <br /> She is wearing Thanaka on her face, which is a cosmetic paste made from ground bark from the Thanaka tree. The paste is widely used in Myanmar, mosty by women and children. It smells something like sandalwood and has a number of beneficial properties including protection from sunburn, preventing acne and promoting a smooth, beautiful skin. <br /> <br /> Torrential recent rains caused flooding on the lake and some other photos of the lake and bridge can be seen here: <a href="http://goo.gl/oAIahR">http://goo.gl/oAIahR</a><br /> <br /> Update re BillieJean's comment; this artist's stand and also the structure in the linked photo are covered structures that have been built out in the middle of the bridge for people to sit in the shade and rest. An example can be seen in the linked photo of the boy with the bicycle (unless you mean the white building, which is a Bhuddist temple, normally on dry land, but surrounded by water because of the flooding).<br /> <br /> 4/11/13 <a href="http://www.allenfotowild.com">http://www.allenfotowild.com</a>
  • 'Q' is for quince, which is a quaint, somewhat quirky and quixotic fruit, yet one of the quintessential fall fruits. If you quietly go ahead and make the quick quince jelly recipe (link below), it is fit for a queen and won't make you queasy! (however, all these 'Q's might leave you with a quizzical look, but hopefully won't make you querulous, LOL)<br /> <br /> Volunteer selling quince at the UBC Apple Festival. When I saw this lovely lady with her bags of quince I knew I had my 'Q' shot. I was going to post a Quercus petraea leaf (aka oak leaf) from my garden, but this is more interesting. I explained to the lady why I needed the photo and she posed for me with a beautiful smile.<br /> <br /> For another photo of the quince accompanied by a QUINCE JELLY RECIPE see here: <a href="http://goo.gl/z7UK80">http://goo.gl/z7UK80</a><br /> <br /> 03/11/10 <a href="http://www.allenfotowild.com">http://www.allenfotowild.com</a>
  • 15th Century Jami Masjid (Masjid means mosque) seen from the East Porch.<br /> <br /> This is the best preserved of the monuments in Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park. It is famous for its blend of Hindu and Moslem architcture. The East Porch and other shots of the mosque, which are well worth a look, can be seen here: <a href="http://goo.gl/GSl5Qe">http://goo.gl/GSl5Qe</a><br /> <br /> 2/11/13 <a href="http://www.allenfotowild.com">http://www.allenfotowild.com</a>
  • Volunteer at Cetacea Lab at spotting scope looking for whales in Whale Channel, Gil Island, mid-coast British Columbia<br /> <br /> Humpback whales, killer whales, and fin whales (and even a rare right whale this summer) frequent the waters around Gil Island. These are dangerous waters with high winds, strong tides and currents and uncharted reefs. The BC ferry 'Queen of the North' went aground and sank off the north end of Gil Island in 2006, with the loss of 2 lives. The whales are in an environmentally sensitive area and will be endangered by any oil spills from tankers should the Northern Gateway pipeline be built out to the coast near here. The Cetacea Lab is a non-profit organization devoted to the research and protection of whales in the waters of the Great Bear Rainforest. Their web site is here with some fascinating acoustic recordings of whale sounds: <a href="http://www.forwhales.org">http://www.forwhales.org</a><br /> <br /> Other photos of the lab and some humpback whales we saw in the area are here: <a href="http://goo.gl/lw2twZ">http://goo.gl/lw2twZ</a><br /> <br /> Update re Art's question: Spotting scopes, unlike many telescopes, create a right way up and right way round images. You generally get a clear crisp image for land viewing including objects such as mountains, trees, birds, animals and even whales. Telescopes are less rugged and less portable and are designed more for sky viewing where orientation and portability are not as important.<br /> <br /> 1/11/13 <a href="http://www.allenfotowild.com">http://www.allenfotowild.com</a>

  • brickroadphoto

    on November 10, 2013

    Great information. If we forget the past we are doomed to repeat it.

  • jimholmquist

    on November 9, 2013

    Interesting story, well captured!

  • dalystock

    on November 9, 2013

    amazing how these stories quickly get forgotten...

  • Howard's Photography

    on November 9, 2013

    Hope they win the battle, thanks for sharing.

  • Gene Hyder

    on November 9, 2013

    great story

  • The Curious Camel aka gail

    on November 9, 2013

    great story

  • TruImages

    on November 9, 2013

    Lovely story!!

  • Janet McQueen

    on November 9, 2013

    Love this story.... such an important battle they are fighting, I will see if I can donate or find some way to help.

  • arctangent

    on November 8, 2013

    I wish them luck. Corporate greed has a better record of winning such battles than decent human stewardship, I'm afraid.

  • nelli

    on November 8, 2013

    Thanks for the post and thanks for the information. We have short memories for jobs well done. I'm now remembering this ferry disaster. How sad that this ferry is still there and causing harm.

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