While waiting to take my friend to have a procedure done at the hospital, I killed the time by exploring a park new to me, Mill Hill Regional Park, just a few minute's drive from VGH. Mill Hill is home to a small forest of Garry oak trees. A short hike takes one to the top of Mill Hill from where there are terrific views out over Victoria and region.
Last week I rode my bike out to Mt Douglas and hiked part way around the little mountain, then up to the top where there are probably the best views of the area.
Panorama views from Mt Doug - sorry about the unsteady camera work. These amateur videographers, you know.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XIM6MfmP1-c
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EgKRyVqgv-0
Well I know where I am going next! Mill Hill -- had no idea. Andrew do you think the Oaks are a native species? I was having a discussion recently with a friend and we wondered if Oaks were natural to this area. I recall seeing Oaks where I was raised on the mainland but couldn't vow they were native or imported. Loving your blog. Please continue with your local adventures!
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