Dylan Phillips Photography
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They say a picture is worth a thousand words. So what about a picture AND a thousand words?
My blog posts detail some of my favourite outdoor adventures with historical anecdotes, photography tips and tricks and the stories behind the photos.
Morden Colliery Historic Provincial Park
“Rising above the forest near South Wellington, the headframe at Morden Colliery is one of the last visible relics of Vancouver Island’s coal mining era. In this post, Vancouver Island photographer Dylan Phillips explores the history of the mine, the tragedy that struck here in 1912, and his own connection to one of the island’s most haunting industrial landmarks.”
The Trent River Trestle Collapse
“In 1898 the Trent River Trestle near Royston collapsed under a coal‑laden train, plunging cars into the canyon and killing six . Join Vancouver Island photographer Dylan Phillips as he traces the forgotten route of the E&N Railway, hikes to the modern trestle high above the riverbed , and searches for remnants of this tragic history. This blend of local history and adventure invites you to see the island’s past through a new lens.”
Hiking The Abyss Trail in Nanaimo, BC
“Long surrounded by rumour and local legend, The Abyss in Nanaimo remains one of Vancouver Island’s most mysterious natural features. Join photographer Dylan Phillips as he hikes back to the site, explores its atmosphere and origins, and captures the scale of this strange crack in the earth.”