A few weeks ago we visited Finn's Slough for the first time. Infact I was only alerted about this special space the week previous. Finn's Slough is located in the South of Richmond along the Fraser River. It's a very unique community of people that have moved into fishing homes that were originally inhabited by early Finnish fisherman. The houses were in disrepair but have been renovated and kept up by these residents. You cross a rather intimidating wooden passenger bridge and eventually lead to a series of other boardwalks that lead to these homes. The wooden boardwalks are surrounded by salmonberry and other naturalized plant material. The slough has wetland plants and animals that are native in Richmond, but very few examples exist anywhere else in the city. The city of Richmond is threatening to remove these homes. That would be an incredible shame. It's a magical place. Here's some pictures of our little tour.
