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Reflections at Steveston Harbour and the Historic Fishing Fleet

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Fishing vessels resting in the calm waters of Steveston Harbour in Richmond, British Columbia – Photo Thanasis Bounas

Fishing vessels resting in the calm waters of Steveston Harbour in Richmond, British Columbia – Photo Thanasis Bounas From Plate to Sea This photograph was taken at Steveston Harbour, one of the most historic fishing harbors on the Pacific coast. When someone sits in a beautiful restaurant enjoying fresh seafood, it is rare to think about the long journey that dish has taken before reaching the...

Sunset Calm Beneath Granville Bridge

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Sunset reflections and sailboats resting beneath Granville Bridge in False Creek, Vancouver – Photo Thanasis Bounas

Sunset reflections and sailboats resting beneath Granville Bridge in False Creek, Vancouver – Photo by Thanasis Bounas. A Place That Transforms at Sunset This photograph was taken in the calm waters of False Creek, just beneath the iconic Granville Bridge. At sunset, this place transforms. The golden light slowly spreads across the water while the marina becomes quieter.The reflections of the...

Sailing Between Vancouver’s Waterfront Bridges at Sunset

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A sailboat resting in the calm waters of False Creek beneath Granville Bridge in Vancouver – Photo Thanasis Bounas

A sailboat resting in the calm waters of False Creek beneath Granville Bridge in Vancouver – Photo by Thanasis Bounas. A Harbor at Sunset This photograph was taken along the waters of False Creek, with the impressive Granville Bridge rising above the marina. Walking through this beautiful place at that quiet moment when the sun slowly begins to set, everything changes.The light becomes softer...

Sailing Near Granville Bridge and Granville Island in Vancouver

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A sailboat resting in the marina across from Granville Island with Granville Bridge in the background, Vancouver – Photo Thanasis Bounas

A sailboat resting in the marina across from Granville Island with Granville Bridge in the background, Vancouver – Photo by Thanasis Bounas. A Place That Makes You Pause This photograph was taken across from Granville Island, with the historic Granville Bridge rising above the waters of False Creek in Vancouver. Places like this always make me pause. Not only because of the beauty of the marina...

Sailing Beneath Burrard Street Bridge in Vancouver

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Boats resting in the marina near Burrard Street Bridge in Vancouver, ready to pass beneath the bridge toward the Pacific Ocean – Photo Thanasis Bounas

Boats resting in the marina near Burrard Street Bridge in Vancouver, ready to pass beneath the bridge toward the Pacific Ocean – Photo by Thanasis Bounas. A Place That Makes You Stop This photograph was taken near the historic Burrard Street Bridge, along the calm waters of False Creek in Vancouver. Every time I walk through this part of the city, I find myself stopping — even if only for a...

Sailing and Marina Life Near Burrard Street Bridge Vancouver

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Evening view of the marina and city skyline near Burrard Street Bridge in Vancouver, British Columbia – Photo Thanasis Bounas

Evening view of the marina and city skyline near Burrard Street Bridge in Vancouver, British Columbia – Photo by Thanasis Bounas. A Place of Balance This photograph was taken near Burrard Street Bridge in Vancouver, along the waterfront of False Creek. Whenever I walk through places like this, I notice something that always captures my attention. Here, the sea, the marina, and the boats are not...

Fishing Boat Reflections at Steveston Harbour in Richmond BC

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A professional fishing vessel resting at Steveston Harbour in Richmond, British Columbia – Photo Thanasis Bounas

A professional fishing vessel resting at Steveston Harbour in Richmond, British Columbia – Photo by Thanasis Bounas. A Harbor of Experience This photograph was taken at Steveston Harbour in Richmond, British Columbia, Canada, one of the most historic fishing harbors on the Pacific coast of Canada. Years at Sea I have been involved with sailing for more than two decades. Over the years I have...

Fishing Boats at Steveston Harbour in Richmond BC

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Deck machinery of a professional fishing vessel at Steveston Harbour in Richmond, British Columbia – Photo Thanasis Bounas

Deck machinery of a professional fishing vessel at Steveston Harbour in Richmond, British Columbia – Photo by Thanasis Bounas. A Vessel of Work and Endurance This photograph captures a professional fishing vessel resting at the harbor in Steveston Harbour, Richmond, British Columbia, Canada, revealing the powerful machinery and equipment that make life at sea possible. A Sense of Respect Whenever...

Sunset Sailing Near George Wainborn Park in Vancouver

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Sunset along the seawall at George Wainborn Park in Vancouver where the city, sailing boats and people meet in the golden light – Photo Thanasis Bounas

Sunset along the seawall at George Wainborn Park in Vancouver where the city, sailing boats and people meet in the golden light – Photo by Thanasis Bounas. A Walk Along the Waterfront This photograph was taken at George Wainborn Park in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, along the peaceful waterfront path of False Creek. As I was walking along the seawall that evening, the sunset was slowly...

Sailing Near Devonian Harbour Park and Vancouver Marina

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The marina and skyline of Vancouver seen from Devonian Harbour Park – Photo Thanasis Bounas

The marina and skyline of Vancouver seen from Devonian Harbour Park – Photo by Thanasis Bounas. A View Across the Marina This photograph was taken from Devonian Harbour Park in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, looking across the calm marina toward the city skyline. A Park Shaped by People Devonian Harbour Park was created in the 1970s.Before that, the area had been planned for large buildings...

Fishing Boats at Scotch Pond in British Columbia

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Fishing vessels resting quietly at Scotch Pond in British Columbia surrounded by the natural marsh landscape – Photo Thanasis Bounas

Fishing vessels resting quietly at Scotch Pond in British Columbia surrounded by the natural marsh landscape – Photo by Thanasis Bounas. A Peaceful Harbor This photograph was taken at Scotch Pond in British Columbia, Canada, a peaceful harbor where fishing boats rest quietly among marshlands and calm waters. A Moment to Pause Whenever I find myself near professional fishing vessels, I always stop...

Fishing Boats at Scotch Pond in British Columbia

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Fishing boats resting quietly at Scotch Pond in British Columbia, blending with the natural harbor landscape – Photo Thanasis Bounas

Fishing boats resting quietly at Scotch Pond in British Columbia, blending with the natural harbor landscape – Photo by Thanasis Bounas. A Quiet Harbor Setting This photograph was taken at Scotch Pond in British Columbia, Canada, a quiet place where professional fishing boats rest close to the calm waters and the natural landscape around them. Slowing Down Whenever I find myself near working...

Waterfront Walk Near Vancouver Marina at Sunset

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A quiet marina and waterfront walking path at Island Park Walk in False Creek, Vancouver – Photo Thanasis Bounas

A quiet marina and waterfront walking path at Island Park Walk in False Creek, Vancouver – Photo by Thanasis Bounas. A View That Invites This photograph was taken from the Island Park Walk bridge in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, overlooking one of the quiet marinas of False Creek. From above, the scene already makes a promise. A curved waterfront path appears between the trees and the...

Sailing Between Granville Bridge and Burrard Street Bridge Vancouver

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Looking from Granville Bridge toward Burrard Street Bridge and the marinas of False Creek at sunset in Vancouver – Photo Thanasis Bounas

Looking from Granville Bridge toward Burrard Street Bridge and the marinas of False Creek at sunset in Vancouver – Photo by Thanasis Bounas. A View Between Landmarks This photograph was taken from Granville Bridge in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, while in the distance you can see the historic Burrard Street Bridge. Standing on one historic bridge and looking toward another is already...

Sunset Calm Beneath Granville Bridge in Vancouver

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Sunset over Granville Island and the marinas of False Creek, seen from Granville Bridge in Vancouver – Photo Thanasis Bounas

Sunset over Granville Island and the marinas of False Creek, seen from Granville Bridge in Vancouver – Photo by Thanasis Bounas. A Moment That Stops You This photograph was taken from Granville Bridge in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, looking toward Granville Island and the marinas of False Creek. Every time I cross the Granville Bridge on foot at sunset, the same thing happens. I stop...

The Historic Vancouver Rowing Club Along Coal Harbour

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The historic Vancouver Rowing Club at Coal Harbour, a waterfront landmark connected to the city’s maritime culture since 1886 – Photo Thanasis Bounas

The historic Vancouver Rowing Club at Coal Harbour, a waterfront landmark connected to the city’s maritime culture since 1886 – Photo by Thanasis Bounas. A Historic Waterfront Place This photograph was taken at the Vancouver Rowing Club in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, one of the oldest maritime clubs in the city. The Vancouver Rowing Club was founded in 1886, when local residents came...

Sailing Near Cardero Park in Vancouver’s Coal Harbour

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Boats resting in the marina near Cardero Park where Vancouver’s skyline meets the calm waters of Coal Harbour – Photo Thanasis Bounas

Boats resting in the marina near Cardero Park where Vancouver’s skyline meets the calm waters of Coal Harbour – Photo by Thanasis Bounas. A City Flowing to the Water This photograph was taken near Cardero Park in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, along the beautiful waterfront of Coal Harbour. When I walk through a city as beautiful as Vancouver, something always catches my attention.It is the...

Sailing Near Cardero Park in Coal Harbour Vancouver

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Boats resting in the marina at Coal Harbour near Cardero Park in Vancouver – Photo Thanasis Bounas

Boats resting in the marina at Coal Harbour near Cardero Park in Vancouver – Photo by Thanasis Bounas. A Small Park by the Harbor This photograph was taken near Cardero Park in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, a small waterfront park located in the West End neighborhood, right beside the beautiful harbor of Coal Harbour. Even though the park itself is not large, it sits along one of the most...

Sailing Through Steveston Harbour and the Historic Fishing Fleet

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Fishing vessels resting at Steveston Harbour Fisherman’s Wharf while preparing for the next season at sea – Photo Thanasis Bounas

Fishing vessels resting at Steveston Harbour Fisherman’s Wharf while preparing for the next season at sea – Photo by Thanasis Bounas. A Harbor at Rest This photograph was taken at Steveston Harbour Fisherman’s Wharf in Richmond, British Columbia, Canada, one of the most historic fishing harbors on the Pacific coast of Canada. Walking along the docks here, it is impossible not to notice the...

Steveston Harbour in Richmond British Columbia at Sunset

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Fishing boat resting at Steveston Harbour Fisherman’s Wharf in Richmond BC. – Photo Thanasis Bounas

Fishing boat resting at Steveston Harbour Fisherman’s Wharf in Richmond BC. – Photo by Thanasis Bounas. A Place Where Sea Life Continues This photograph was taken at Steveston Harbour Fisherman’s Wharf in Richmond, British Columbia, Canada. It is a place where the life of the sea quietly continues every day. A Walk Along the Harbor During one of my walks along the waterfront, I stopped again to...

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