2009 Click here for Dave Foster's blog We're thinking of you Dave! Feb 14, 2009 Flight of Fantasy — a hot air balloon ride over 1954 Oak Bay Hi all, I'm happy to announce the newest feature on The History of Oak Bay Website: The Flight of Fantasy — a hot-air balloon ride over 1954 Oak Bay. http://www.webturf.com/oakbay/history/ OVERVIEW The Flight of Fantasy is a hot air balloon ride into Oak Bay's past. You'll travel back in time — to 1954 — and see Oak Bay as it once was. As navigator, you'll slowly drift over Oak Bay — in any direction you like — at your choice of three altitudes, each offering a unique perspective. You'll see the vacant lots, empty fields and historic buildings that are now long gone. For those of you old enough, it'll be déjà vu. For younger generations, you'll see things you've only heard about. It's a living archive that will continue to develop with community input. There's a flight log for comments from ballooners. Happy ballooning!! Gary garywilcox@shaw.ca Feb 19, 2009 The Old School I see that plans are underway to replace our old Oak Bay High buildings. In 2010, the existing structure built in 1929 and the east wing around 1957 will be demolished. A lot of memories for so many. Richard Richard Goodall / goodallr@sunwave.net Feb 19, 2009 The Old School It will be sad to see the old building go. I remember exploring the west wing when it was being constructed. Particularly recall the smell of wet plaster. There used to be a baseball diamond in that corner of the playground. Lots of memories . . . Gary garywilcox@shaw.ca Feb 28, 2009 Colin Marmo For those interested in knowing a little more about Colin's life, the website of Shannon Thunderbird will lead you to "Tribal Warriors for Peace," scroll down to Colin's name. A well lived life. http://www.shannonthunderbird.com/tribal_Warriors.htm Terry Terry (Bradshaw) Williams / chickiedoc@yahoo.com