Today is the day we enter into Desolation Sound. It is a bit of a long haul (about 50 miles) from Egmont to our anchorage in Squirrel Cove on Cortes Island, but a scenic one: up Malaspina Strait between the mainland and Texada Island, past the towns of Powell River and Lund, through the Copeland Islands (another Provincial Marine Park), past Bliss Landing where the road on the mainland ends, round Sarah Point and into Desolation Sound. Along the way we had a great view of a Stellar Sea Lion haul-out on a rocky islet; those guys are big and noisy! Several sea lions were also being very active in the water – it looked like they were hunting together. There were several groups of “rock sausages” aka harbor seals hauled out on rocks and bobbing in the water. And we were treated to the sight of Dall’s Porpoises leaping past us, with a few of the boats experiencing the joy of having the porpoises play in their bow wakes!
We entered into beautiful Squirrel Cove and had it almost to ourselves (very different from the summertime when it can be very packed). Everyone picked a spot with plenty of room and anchors were set out quite handily, especially considering this was actually our first anchorage on this trip. Dinghies were launched, and it was off to the Squirrel Cove General Store to restock some provisions, especially fresh produce. It may be a small store, but the selection and service were excellent. Then it was back to our boats after a long day for dinner and a cozy night on the hook.
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