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<\/p>\nFrom the Paws of Heiko – Jack Point and Biggs Park<\/p>\n
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Woof! It\u2019s me, Heiko, your golden doodle guide to some of the best places to explore on
\nVancouver Island. Today I\u2019m taking you to Jack Point and Biggs Park, the first stop in
\nmy series of favourite walks.
\nThe moment we parked at the end of Jackson Road, I knew it was going to be a good
\nday. The weather was amazing\u2014the sun was shining and I
\ndidn’t even need my puffer jacket!
\nGetting into the park is part of the fun. You walk through a tunnel before emerging onto
\na trail that winds through the woods and along the shoreline. There are soft chip trails,
\nboardwalks and a few sets of stairs along the way, with something new around almost
\nevery corner.
\nOne important thing before we go any farther: this isn’t an off-leash park, so those of
\nus with four legs need to stay attached to our humans. That’s okay. There are so many
\ngood smells along this trail that I can keep mine quite busy.
\nAnd apparently there’s plenty for humans to look at too.<\/p>\n
On this particular walk, mine spotted a bald eagle soaring overhead and sea lions
\nswimming around the point. I kept my ears perked just in case something else decided
\nto make an appearance. Harbour porpoises are sometimes spotted here too.
\nThe approximately 2.5-kilometre loop out toward Jack Point has some spectacular
\nviews. Along the way you can look across the Nanaimo River estuary toward downtown
\nNanaimo, Protection Island and Gabriola Island.
\nOf course, while my human was admiring the scenery, I was investigating the
\nconsiderably more interesting smells along the trail.
\nJack Point has a bit of history behind its name as well. Named after Jack Doholt, a
\nfarmer who lived here more than a century ago. The point was once separated from the
\nmainland at high tide but is now connected to Duke Point and Biggs Park.
\nThis is also a beautiful place to catch a sunset. Just remember that if you walk out for
\nsunset, you still have to get back\u2014and apparently humans don’t see particularly well in
\nthe dark. Bring a flashlight.
\nOne last practical tip from an experienced trail dog: park at 655 Jackson Road, rather
\nthan along Duke Point Highway.
\nSo if you’re looking for a walk with forest trails, ocean views, wildlife and plenty of fresh
\nsea air, Jack Point and Biggs Park is well worth exploring.
\nHeikos verdict? Four paws up.
\nAnd for the record, staying on leash didn’t spoil the adventure one bit.
\nUntil next time, keep sniffing out the trails!
\nHeiko<\/p>\n
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