Rockies Trip!
In the first week of October we went to the Rockies to celebrate (a few days belatedly) our 23rd anniversary. We stayed in Jasper, which … Read more
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Happy Fall
Okay I know it’s not officially fall until the 22nd and the autumn equinox, but fall is definitely on the way. The days are shorter, … Read more
Heatwave!
The recent Pacific Northwest heatwave has implications for future climate in this region.
Gardening Thoughts
The other day I was digging in the garden, turning over the cover crop in the raised beds and burying it under a layer of … Read more
Changing Currents in the North Atlantic
In the North Atlantic, changing ocean currents mean changing weather patterns.
Polar Vortex or Not?
Was the recent cold wave a function of the polar vortex or another atmospheric phenomenon?
Thunderbolts and Lightning
This past Sunday and Monday we had the excitement of observing both a rare thunderstorm and the measures taken to fight the resulting wildfires.
No Drought This Year
This year is shaping up to be a lot wetter than the last five, which is great for gardeners.
Drought Hits Close to Home
Last week I wrote about drought in the Cowichan Valley. This week that drought has hit home. We live in a rural area, which means … 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
