Hiking, diving, snorkelling, alpine trips, and field science from the Pacific Northwest and beyond

Cape Scott and San Josef Bay

Backpacking one of Vancouver Island’s Wildest Coastlines.

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Field Notes from the Coast documents hiking trips, coastal travel, diving and snorkelling, alpine routes, and observations from the field. Posts combine practical trip information—maps, logistics, and route details—with notes from the places explored along the way.