Rockies 2024
Two years ago, in 2022, we went to the Rockies for our 20th anniversary. We went back in December of 2022 because we enjoyed our … Read more
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A Trip to the Rockies
This week’s post is all about our December trip to the Rockies. Be prepared for lots of pics!
Measuring Winter Snow
University of Saskatchewan researchers have developed a model to distribute snow over complex terrain.
The Mystery of Snow Worms
Last week during the cold spell we had two feet of snow in the yard. I went out with the dogs on Sunday morning and … Read more
Polar Vortex or Not?
Was the recent cold wave a function of the polar vortex or another atmospheric phenomenon?
New website, new directions
New website, new look, new ideas
Drought problems in the Cowichan Valley
Water levels in Cowichan Lake and the Cowichan River are at record lows. What does this mean for our summer?
Yes, Winter Drought is a Thing
Water levels are low in the Cowichan River this spring. Snowmelt may help, but will it be enough? This past week, officials notified Cowichan Valley … Read more
Communicating Scientific Results to Local Communities: BC Floods 2018
The top disaster news in the past few weeks has been major flooding in communities across Canada. From New Brunswick to Alberta and British Columbia, … Read more
Spring: Snow, Water, Wildfire, and Gardening
The BC River Forecast Centre (RFC) released their April 1 snow survey bulletin this week. April 1st snow water equivalent (the depth of water you’d … Read more
