The Wake of History On foot and by canoe

Bert ter Hart

EXPLORER IN RESIDENCE We have joined Bert on his journey across Canada from Gabriola Island, BC, to Big Shippegan Lighthouse, New Brunswick. His exploration across Canada—in the footsteps and the paddle strokes of Indigenous people, European mapmakers, and ordinary travellers—is his personal quest to understand Canada’s past and to shape our understanding of it today. Although he is using today’s technology to send out almost-daily posts, he is using the centuries-old technologies of map, sextant, and compass for navigation. We look forward to talking with Bert as he reflects on what his journey can teach all of us. “Setting off a can of bear spray inside the tent will have you wanting to be eaten by the bear just to put you out of your misery…” Visit these sites for…

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British Columbia History (Digital) - 1 Issue, 55.4 Winter 2022

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