After spending weekend in beautiful Parksville, yield of photos is enough for the whole blog post. Or two. Let's break it by parts, so it's easier to digest. First, there is this annual sand sculpting competition. Here are samples of these amazing creations by the artists from all over the world.

Very cute one, with title to match

So is this... see the ear? :)

Something about this one, "On the final note..." Was returning to it a few times, to see it again.

Very intricate

This one won first prize. Well deserved!

 In the groove :)

OK, moving on - Community Park, beach volleyball:

Nice beach with a cozy boardwalk. A lot of summer fun for families. And look at those vistas!

Skating park

At the end of the second day we were treated to the spectacular sunset. Same beach, same boardwalk, same vistas.

Golden hour:

The sun is setting

...and it's down

Is this total serenity or what?

Some romance of course - such setting just calls for it!

Next day, Rathtrevor Beach - what trip to Parksville can omit that treasure?

This majestic Bald Eagle felt particularly royal that day, sitting in the crown of the sun rays

And, to finish, forest trails along the beach: