Tuesday, October 29, 2024

Blogtober Twenty-nine : Sheringham Point Lighthouse

 


On our recent trip to the west coast we stopped at Sheringham Point Lighthouse. Its construction in 1912 was motivated by the sinking of the SS Valencia, a steamship destined for Seattle. High winds and poor visibility caused the ship to miss the turn into the Strait of Juan de Fuca and crash into the rocky shore of Vancouver Island, claiming the lives of 137 people.

Over 2000 shipwrecks have occurred in this area named The Graveyard of the Pacific. Treacherous currents and marginal weather contribute to make it one of the most dangerous places for boats. Hence the many lighthouses on the shore. 


Sheringham Point Lighthouse has been decommissioned although there is an automatic beacon light to warn sailors away. It's now a lovely place to walk, whether rainy or sunny. The specks in the water seen above are kelp beds, rich sources of marine life. Gulls perch on the rocky shores.



A favourite meal on a cool October day is White Chicken Chili. It's easy to put together in the morning and let cook in the slow cooker for several hours. We like to add grated Cheddar on top, and avocado slices, if we have them. The recipe credit goes to Penny who had a blog for many years, but no longer posts. 

Sunshine and gloriously coloured autumn leaves marked my day today. But the temperature is falling as well as the leaves. I was glad for gloves on my morning walk. Just a few more days to enjoy this beautiful month. 


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Blogtober Twenty-nine : Sheringham Point Lighthouse

  On our recent trip to the west coast we stopped at Sheringham Point Lighthouse. Its construction in 1912 was motivated by the sinking of t...