The Westshore History Podcast Sue Harper, Historian

Not all treasures are recognized for their historical significance, until you dig a little deeper. This unveils the story of a relic, found in the Goldstream/Humpback area of Langford. Such a small thing, that holds a magnificent past.



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The Westshore pioneer life of Stanley Arthur Clark was full of promise, a wife, children, great job. No one knew it would end in tragedy just off the coast of Sidney at the northern end of the Saanich Peninsula. He is buried in Colwood Cemetery. This is his memory.



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Did you know that a Pioneer Cemetery existed? This episode delves into the history of the cemetery along with some of its occupants. A graveyard doesn't represent just an old assortment of broken headstones and monuments to be forgotten. Its a window to observe and understand the past of the Westshore and its pioneers. 

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This episode concentrates of the writing of Robert Connell who lived in Victoria and wrote of his hikes in the Westshore area during its early years. His writings on local geology and botany, was extremely well known to Victorians at the time. He often led trips out of Victoria to Goldstream, Skirt Mountain, Sooke, and other area's, talking about the geology and botany of the area.  It paints a picture of what the area once was, and what has been lost.



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The Ranger Station that covered the Langford District area was located at 697 Goldstream Avenue. In fact, most don't realize that its location was where Veterans Memorial Park is now situated in Langford. Hear about the building and Forest Rangers activities from fighting fires to measuring logs.
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Follow the reflections of a journey from Victoria through the Highlands in 1916. The Highlands was a special place away from the hustle and bustle of Victoria for the 'adventurer' and those seeking to get away from the 'miles-per-hour' enthusiast.


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