Author Archives: bilyreid

RETURN OF THE SNOWIES

Posted on December 14, 2014 by bilyreid

Looks like another bumper year for a Snowy Owl irruption is underway. SNOWY OWL, STRIX NYCTEA, JOHN JAMES  AUDUBON Page from the world’s most expensive book, “Birds of  America”, by John James Audubon, 1840. I took this picture freehand from … Continue reading →

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THE LAST SPIKE

Posted on December 12, 2014 by bilyreid

LAST SPIKE MONUMENT, CRAIGELLACHIE, BRITISH COLUMBIA During my recent visit to BC, I had the chance to revisit the historic Last Spike Monument celebrating the completion of the Canadian Pacific Railway in 1885. If you’re patient enough to wait for … Continue reading →

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BIRDS OF A FEATHER

Posted on December 3, 2014 by bilyreid

Standby for a major announcement!! My new photobook, “BIRDS OF A FEATHER” is now available at my publisher’s website. The first 15 pages of the total 132  can be previewed here.  Remember to expand the player to full screen for maximum … Continue reading →

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WAR OF 1812 MEMORIAL – PARLIAMENT HILL

Posted on November 23, 2014 by bilyreid

 “TRIUMPH THROUGH DIVERSITY” The monument was designed by Toronto artist Adrienne Alison.  The monument was unveiled on the 200th anniversary of the last battle of the war in Canada…..the battle of Malcolm’s Mills.  

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LEUCISTIC ROBIN

Posted on November 22, 2014 by bilyreid

 LEUCISTIC ROBIN Leucism, or leukism, is an abnormal plumage condition caused by a genetic mutation that prevents pigment, particularly melanin from being properly deposited on a bird’s feathers. As a result, the birds do not have the normal, classic plumage colors … Continue reading →

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SALUTE TO THE SALMON

Posted on November 14, 2014 by bilyreid

I was fortunate to finally view the salmon spawning spectacle on the Adams River near Shuswap, British Columbia. EARLIER SALMON FISHING TRIP ON HAIDA GWAII, BRITISH COLUMBIA  ADAMS RIVER, SHUSWAP, BRITISH COLUMBIA SALMON READY TO SPAWN ADAMS RIVER WELCOME CENTRE View … Continue reading →

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REMEMBRANCE DAY

Posted on November 11, 2014 by bilyreid
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SQUILAX GENERAL STORE

Posted on November 7, 2014 by bilyreid

SQUILAX GENERAL STORE AND HOSTEL, SQUILAX, BRITISH COLUMBIA HOME OF THE YUMA BAT

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WINE TASTING THE OKANAGAN

Posted on November 7, 2014 by bilyreid

Had the chance to the spend a couple days visiting the scenic wineries in the Kelowna area during my recent visit to British Columbia. GRAY MONK VINEYARD Great place for lunch with a fabulous view.  SUMMERHILL WINERY, KELOWNA Home of … Continue reading →

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ENDERBY CLIFFS HIKE

Posted on November 3, 2014 by bilyreid

ENDERBY, BRITISH COLUMBIA This panorama was taken half way up the Enderby Cliffs hike. The town itself can be seen in the top left corner with the Shuswap river flowing through the central valley below.  Anthony Hopkins was scheduled to … Continue reading →

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