With spring finally settling in, I(Ben) figured it was the perfect time to take a breath and head over to the Vancouver Island Outdoor Show. A day before the event, I crossed over to Victoria to meet up with Logan, and we found a quiet riverside spot that felt like a hidden little world.

The calm water, golden light, birdsong, and ducks gliding by—everything about the place made me feel like I could finally slow down and clear my head.