Derek Hayes, Bridges of BC. In Person at Alex Hall
Next Wednesday, January 25, we will be having an in person meeting at the Dining Hall, Camp Alexander.
Why in the Dining Hall? Well, remember the big freeze around Christmas? A pipe froze, burst and caused a flood. The ripple effect is we need to relocate until the flood damage is fixed.
We have a special presentation this month. Our own Derek Hayes has published a new book, “Incredible Crossings”. He researched and created this work of love during the pandemic Here is what Google Books has to say of his latest work.
Historian and bestselling author Derek Hayes brings hundreds of colour photographs, archival images and illustrations together with a meticulously researched commentary on the bridges, tunnels and inland ferries that connect British Columbia. Derek Hayes is a renowned historian and the author of multiple books, including the bestselling Historical Atlas of the Pacific Northwest.
Watch a full interview of Derek here on CityNews
Derek has a passion for photographing items that are not permanent and may disappear. He has been doing it for years. (He must have a huge hard drive!) This promises to be a fabulous night. Starts at 7:15!