We arrived at Port Alberni shortly after Cathedral Grove. As soon as we arrived, I was totally stoked to get out and take pics. Like I knew something good was coming. I went off to explore what I could find and found myself at the pier almost immediately. At first I had a lot of fun looking at all the sea vessels moored since it's not something I am used to seeing where I am from. Even though we had been seeing a lot of them lately π. But eventually as I was walking along, I saw that there was this gigantic, absolutely MEGALITHIC complex to explore. I couldn't help myself, and just wander along inside and check it out for a little bit. I ended up disappearing in there for a while, because it was the type of place you could literally get lost in. I only got to see a tiny little slice of it. Imagining this factory or mill rather in it's heyday was also something too. Seeing the sheer scale of everything, machinery, the cranes, the signage, the controls etc. It really brings a feeling of curiosity to what it was like when it was still in operation. Also I'm curious why it was closed down. Regardless, I had a feeling my folks would be wondering where I was after a while, and just about the time that I finally left they called me on my phone wondering where I had just disappeared.
I will leave the whole Abandoned Urbex photos for a the next post, there's enough photos from the city of Port Alberni for this post. Nobody likes going through 100 pics in one go in one go. Nobody wants to have to unnecessarily scroll forever, Even if the pics are amazing people can only do so many at a time.
It is my hopes to provide a little value for those wanting to see other parts of the world. As well as share some of my experiences, anectodes etc. As well, it's fun to capture a bit of the beauty for my own and others memories. I am not sure why but I am just such an overtly nostalgic person at times, it seems like moreso than other people. Seems like photos for me are an integral part of that and there are so many photos over the years that tell a little bit of a story of where I have been at what time. I am sure that I am not alone, that there are others out there wanting to share in the experiences of others and of course share their own experiences, their own little slice of reality because for whatever reality itself truly is, it is a very multi-faceted experience, for all of us living in the human condition. I wish as well to enrich the lives of others as much as possible and contribute in my own way. I am figuring things out but have a lot more to discover, about how to balance being in service while also serving oneself, knowing the boundaries, when to say yes/no etc, knowing how to use ones time in the best possible way and not only that but actually doing it. I suppose for me, that is my little bit of the #humanexperience, at least currently. Have been also yearning for a long time to create a bit of routine for myself. With so many interests, activities, hobbies etc. that I enjoy, it would be really good to better organize my days and focus in on what matters most and brings me the most joy as well as build discipline to forge onwards in developing talents and abilities. Like writing a bit more of these posts. Not trying to be cheesy or anything but yeah, I consider it a worthwhile activity, a great journal activity π Anyways, enough for now. One Love My Hive Fam. On and if you are wondering about the goats on the roof, it's a gimmick of this coutry market somewhere on the island. It seems to be pretty well known, when I posted this picture on FB a lot of people commented right away they knew where I was haha.
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tugs
Piles driven moor support green over time
Tied and Forgotten
The giant teapot/watering Can nearby the old Port Alberni Train Station
Green and RUST
masts
overcast day on ships in the bay
pakalot
safe in the harbour
FREAKY FACES in the GREEN
SUN.WHERE
The Guardian
CATCH.YOU in MY://NET
platformer
industry in port alberni
B L A R G G G E
Greenscreen
COLOURS
This Garbage Can contains the heart of Vancouver Island
propulsed along in these wacky waters
Just leave yo ship and go for a stroll
M Y R I A D
S TR I D E R A T OR
Buildings on Stilts
repeating
frynabber
HiP E SERV
Perusing the Port Town
Of Course. Goats on the Roof.
Inside the Country market store they had a vibrant ceiling.
thank you for stopppin by! β€οΈ
I'm sorry you got lost in the gigantic MEGALITHIC complex factory; it had to be a huge area.
As usual, the photos were of very high quality.
I'm eager to see the abandoned Urbex picture because I want to know what it looks like.
'The Guardian' is very mature in the picture and I love that.
Thank you for this amazing post , I enjoyed every slide.
Haha omg bro you crack me up π€£ I didn't actually get lost... I made sure not to, although I did get sorta lost on time just a tiny bit! But the pics are definitely coming. Thanks for stopping by and enjoy your day @actordontee Oh and btw 'The Guardian' was actually a big wussy and kept running away.
I love 'The Guardian, the stature is impressive.
Thank you for your kindness towards me always, I do appreciate you always.
More wins to you
I can see that you like exploring buddy, that's cool and as usual @synrg, you take the coolest pictures, but I have a phobia for water and boats so I won't even go close to this place.
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MEGALITHIC.. my word of the day! :)
hmmmmm, i wouldn't want to mess with that guardian..
Haha yeah right the guardian was a big baby, definitely not a MEGALITHIC protector ;)
ππ he might lick u to death!
many marine countries friend where I'm from I'm used to seeing them that's why it seems very familiar to me since I also live on an island
Yes, I can imagine that for some people it's a very regular sight. Funny how people live in such a diversity of environments! Thanks for stopping by @hjrrodriguez π
the diversity of environments is what I like the most about that part of your country. There is so much to see and enjoy nature
Thank you @hjrrodriguez! It's good to be reminded of it, it certainly really is a very beautiful and varied place, with an endless amount of things you can see! Sometimes when it's like you start to take it for granted but it truly is wonderful to be able to get to see the amount of variety and wonder that is out there π
and that factory you are talking about what its function was or what it provided and knows exactly how long it closed its doors. Also the thing about the goats on the roof is curious
I think they made some sort of wood products, like building lumber or something? I will have to do some further research. And yes, the goats was a big attraction, quite a great idea really, that something so ridiculous could make so many people stop and come to your store.