A friendly greeting

Passengers aboard the 40-foot Twee Schoenen are greeted as they approach the far tip of Goose Spit. Comox Harbour Charters' co-owner Danny Clair pilots people around local waters.

Passengers aboard the 40-foot Twee Schoenen are greeted as they approach the far tip of Goose Spit.

Jul. 22, 2013 11:00 a.m.
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