Peaks of the Pacific Northwest
Surrounding peaks of the Blackomb Mountain.
Growing up on a low-lying island in the Caribbean, where the highest point reached some 340 metres, there was no question why the Pacific Northwest quickly became one of my favourite regions. Characterized by lush, evergreen forests, towering mountains and several coastal features such as fjords, bays, and islands all host to rich biodiversity – it was bursting with rugged, natural beauty.
Mountains were the backdrop of every direction; formed over millions of years by compression, heating, and uplift, stemming from the subduction of Pacific Ocean crust beneath North America. The sense of wonder solicited in the presence of these landforms was immense. Having stood the test of time, these mountains existed long before human civilization, seeing various ages pass them by.
Standing atop the Blackcomb Mountain, approximately 2,284 metres above sea level and snowy peaks as far as the eye could see, it was easy to contemplate one’s existence; just how short the human life is compared to the geological timescales over which the mountains were formed, and, considering that, what truly matters as we walk this Earth. The emotions elicited I found were comparable to stargazing and staring out into the vastness of space.
Regardless of whatever the meaning of life may be, I was fortunate enough to experience this with my first and oldest friend, and it was one I’ll never forget. Find more pictures of our mountain trip here.
Who knows where my next adventure will lead me? Signing off from Vancouver, Canada. Until next time!