Gail and I recently spent two weeks travelling in British Columbia. It was Gail's first visit to Canada's west coast and what impressed her most were the trees. Indeed, compared to trees in Ontario, they are huge!
On our way to Campbell River we took a detour to visit Cathedral Grove, one of the most impressive stands of ancient Douglas Fir, Western Hemlock and Red Cedar on Vancouver Island.
As soon as we parked the car the sun broke through the clouds giving the forest a lovely dappled light that was perfect for photography.
Some of the old growth trees are gone now, brought down by wild winds and the axeman's hand. But the old stumps and logs soon become a nursery for the next generation of trees.
Forests need our appreciation, respect and protection. We need them to be healthy and growing strong. Only then will life on this planet thrive and survive the coming climate crisis.
We waited in silent excitement as the last dark hours of 2019 slipped away... 
