To New Adventures - Travel + Photos

[Morgan Weafer]

I'm proud of this car. It's an example of auto history that continues to exist. It's a car that has largely faded from the road but what hasn't is its undeniable ability to make people smile. To make them remember. Having a time machine to an era I didn't belong to helps me belong. It's my ticket to community. I can't wait to have this wagon tickety-boo. It's the perfect companion for the long cross country drive. For exploring backroads and even the backcountry. Enough clearance and torque to get into trouble. With just enough to get you out.



The Eagle has landed



On all four​

 

[Morgan Weafer]

With the Canadian winter in full effect and a certain virus still wreaking havoc. I've been bidding my time whilst researching possible regions to explore. British Columbia has made the short list. Offering an exciting wealth of potential points of interest. The province is home to a plethora of environments with most being accessible year-round. One area I'd like to focus in on would be Vancouver Island. I have family there and I've visited the Island at every opportunity. But I want to reach further and discover more of what it has to offer. As Monty would say, get on with it.



Fun Fact: Vancouver Island is ranked 43rd largest island on the planet



Long Beach inside Pacific Rim National Park Reserve



Previous trip to the Island in 2019 with FarOutWilderness​

 

[Morgan Weafer]

Winter on the prairies can have the feeling of being unworldly. It brings its own atmosphere. Almost appearing as science fiction. Temperatures drop and the wind faces visually no resistance across open horizon. The sun sets and the sky opens. Leaving the imagination to roam the frozen landscape.



Enter the cold front



Settlements feel lost to the elements during the frozen winter



Snowbound across the prairie



Nearly engulfed by the unrelenting weather



A legend must weather many storms​

 

[Morgan Weafer]

Two years ago I discovered minimalism. In that time, Ive pared down significantly. Eliminating the excess to focus in on what really matters. Periodically I will take stock of my belongings and crop out what has cropped up. In a recent audit, I reduced the area of velcro surfaces in my Jeep. This snowballed into having a few extra patches on hand. With my collection minimized I thought of how to re-house these homeless patches. Then I had think. Many people enjoy collecting patches and by extension stickers, while they travel. Small souvenirs to decorate a jacket, a pack or even your vehicle interior. It's the small things. Real life "achievement unlocked" if you will.



As travel has been restricted and distancing is encouraged. People aren't able to collect their velcro trophies as widely as before. To combat the growing darkness during these turbulent times. I have idea that just might work. Welcome Patch 4WD. The concept is simple. Send your friend or loved one a patch. Encourage them to do the same. By sharing a patch, you're sparking a bit of light. Making someone's day brighter. We might be apart for the moment but we are always together as a community.



For more information please visit https://tonewadventures.ca/patch-4wd

#PatchIt4WD​

 

[Morgan Weafer]

Looks like a great trip!!! amazing pics!

Thank you SJois.

 

[Morgan Weafer]

With the weather improving and cabin fever looming. I decided it was time for another field trip. Winter is still in effect. So some fresh air and open roads might settle that travel bug. Not wanting to spoil the day. I made haste. Gathering my camera equipment and some tea for the drive ahead. The objective was to visit a landmark I had explored years earlier; Castle Butte. This round would serve as an exercise in my ability to document the excursion through video, along with stills.



South and back in Saskatchewan



Airing on the side of caution for the road ahead



A grain elevator watches over the prairies until time takes it completely



Vast prairie opens into badlands



The result of ancient glacial meltwater



Cattle at large in these parts



We have arrived



Saskatchewan, Naturally



Storming the Castle



Welcome to the Big Muddy Valley​

 

[Morgan Weafer]

A natural landmark used over the ages by many including Indigenous, RCMP and settlers



Open top freedom



A captivating primative landscape



Features inscribed with textures and colour. Courtesy of the dynamic weather on Earth



Marietta in her element



Discover your own backyard



Objective complete returning to base



When the pavement ends the real fun begins



Deer crossing the frozen prairie



A rather inviting backroad​

 

[Morgan Weafer]

A lonely highway seldom sees traffic during the winter



Blue house on the prairie in Kayville, SK



Without tenants, It still houses some personality



Colour and soul



En Route



Abandoned to time



Welcome to Bin City. Population 'tin'



The golden hour is eminent



World of Light ​

 

[Morgan Weafer]

Spoiled near daily with such vibrant sunsets



Solar Flared​

 

[Morgan Weafer]

Wonderful, formidable, by nature. Jasper National Park, Alberta.



Rest stop at Cobb Lake, British Columbia.



Jeep well, dream well. Renegade micro-camper.



Starring down the Douglas Channel, British Columbia.



A bit of water en route to Red Sands Lake Recreation Site, British Columbia.



Exstew Waterfall at the height of a heatwave outside Terrace, British Columbia



Pacific sights outside Prince Rupert, British Columbia.​

 

[Morgan Weafer]

Smiles before setting off.



Casting off into the Douglas Channel, British Columbia.



Madeline reeling in the big one.



I'm the captain now.



Dad in his element.



Madeline appears to be enjoying herself.



The best birthday gift, time together.



Seven Halibut by noon, not too shabby.



A successful outing for the Weafer clan. ​

 

[Morgan Weafer]

Super, Natural British Columbia.



We have arrived.



Off the highway, over the mountain and into the fjord.



Dad becomes our camp chef for this meal.



Low tide, high feelings at Work Channel, British Columbia.



Filling up on fresh eats.



Experience a scenic drive with historical significance on Highway 113.​

 

[Morgan Weafer]

A well oiled machine requires well, oil.



Marietta strutting her stuff.



We all wish we were just a bit taller.



Regular maintenance keeps the wheels turning.



Exploring the backroads outside Squamish, British Columbia.
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