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Spring is in the Air – February Field Trip

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Barring another snow event or atmospheric river, Gabriola Photography Club’s first field trip opportunity of 2024 will be on Monday, February 12, when we’ll head to Sandwell Provincial Park on Gabriola Island.

We will meet at 1:00 pm, in the parking lot at the end of The Strand, and walk the trail to the salt marsh and beach, looking out for signs of spring life and bird activity. 

The final hill to the beach and marsh is steep, so appropriate footwear is recommended.  For those who wish to warm up after our excursion, we can gather for a post-field trip beverage and snack at the Surf Lodge. 

Club members and other friends are welcome to participate. Please email ahead of time (“attn Sally”) if you are planning to join in, so that we can keep you apprised of any last-minute changes.

Click on any image below to expand and run the series as a slide show.

Salt marsh with the forest behind
Pebble beach with view across the Strait of Georgia, and a drift log with two upthrust branches in the foreground.
Two Canada geese closed together in the intertidal zone.
Two geese in flight over the water, viewed from behind.
Two male red-breasted mergansers swimming in the sea.
Male and female harlequin ducks lifting off from the water.
Detail of wet beach pebbles

Remembering Sharron

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It is with profound sadness that we share the heartbreaking news of the passing of our dear friend, beloved Club President and extraordinary wildlife photographer, Sharron Palmer-Hunt.

Sharron Palmer-Hunt

She has left behind a legacy of stunning imagery that has captured the beauty of the natural world and inspired countless individuals.

Her departure leaves a void in our hearts, and we mourn the loss of a passionate leader and a cherished member of our Club. Sharron dedicated so much time, energy, and unwavering commitment to the betterment of our club. Her legacy will continue to inspire us all.

Sharron was not just an accomplished photographer; she was a passionate advocate for wildlife conservation, using her lens to tell stories that touched our hearts and opened our eyes to the wonders of the animal kingdom. Her dedication and talent played a pivotal role in raising awareness about the importance of preserving our planet’s biodiversity. She was an avid member of Gabriola’s Eagle Monitoring committee and served on the board of GROWLS (Gabriola Rescue of Wildlife Society) for many years.

Sharron was also our first webmaster – she undertook the task of developing our club’s website, and tended it with love and dedication until health challenges prevented her from carrying on. You’ll find many of Sharron’s beautiful wildlife images on this site.

As per Sharron’s wishes, there will be no memorial or celebration of life.  Let us remember her not with sadness, but with gratitude for the joy and inspiration she brought into our lives.

May Sharron rest in peace, surrounded by the beauty she so passionately documented. 

Toba Inlet and Other Adventures – on now, until January 19

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As an ongoing project, Gabriola Photography Club curates the art display space downstairs at the Gabriola Medical Clinic on Church Street, Gabriola Island. Club members take turns having solo exhibitions or taking part in group exhibitions.

Linda Blokhuisen standing in front of three of the prints in her new exhibit.
Linda on opening day (photo by Henry Blokhuisen)

A new exhibit of 19 framed prints by wildlife photographer, Linda Blokhuisen, has just opened downstairs at the Gabriola Medical Centre.

In Linda’s own words, “I hope you enjoy a glimpse into my adventure in Toba Inlet. It’s such a beautiful area of our British Columbia coast. Visiting during the salmon run pretty well ensures a grizzly bear experience.”

Linda’s show also includes two photos of whales, taken from Orlebar Point on Gabriola Island, along with two raptors (a snowy owl and an eagle)

Be sure to catch this beautiful exhibit of wildlife images, on display until January 19, 2024.

Wildlife on Canvas – on now, until July 7, 2023

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As an ongoing project, Gabriola Photography Club curates the art display space downstairs at the Gabriola Medical Clinic on Church Street, Gabriola Island. Club members take turns having solo exhibitions or taking part in group exhibitions.

Sharron on opening day

Wildlife photographer Sharron Palmer-Hunt is nothing short of passionate, patient and persistent – spending long hours and multiple days each week, year-round, photographing the wildlife of British Columbia. Whether it’s eagles, bears, salmon, sea wolves or other creatures, she captures their images with respect, sensitivity and insight – not to mention a whole lot of love. Her latest exhibit includes 10 of her favorite wildlife images, on canvas at 24″ x 36″.