petorama

Along the west coast of Vancouver Island, small pockets of lodge-pole pines commonly called shore pines can be found, thriving in sunny places with bog-like soil conditions. Due to the highly acidic soil, they are slow growing, their stunted growth evidenced by a twisted and gnarled bonsai appearance. Some pines develop fluffy canopies and are vulnerable to being toppled by heavy winds. Pines growing along the shoreline sometimes fall directly into the ocean, as might have been the case with the section of shore pine root that floated past my kayak one afternoon in Browning Passage. A waterlogged hunk of root, much to heavy to bring aboard but definitely worth towing home. My catch of the day! A waterlogged root with a beautiful twist to it, the arch I had been waiting for. Oh! the delight in knowing that after it dried out, some little animal would one day make its way through the arch in search of a comfy, cozy place to sleep.

The fine art cave, Browning Passage, was made for the critter who prefers privacy! Once through the grand cathedral-like entry of the root, turning right, the owner immediately enters the spacious, cushion cavern where they can either curl up or stretch out in complete privacy. If preferred, a perimeter sized cushion can be created to utilize the entire floor area. Flexibility abounds! For those companions concerned about home security, and who wish to keep watch at all times, their cushion can be positioned closer to the entrance.

Retail Price: $5900.00