Murals of Chemainus
It started in the summer of 1982 with a province wide redevelopment fund, that initiated a Downtown Revitalization Project to give a face lift to a tired looking main street and has now developed
Totem Poles Vancouver Island
There are hundreds of totem poles on Vancouver Island made by many of the 50 first nation tribes on the Island. Although totem poles have become a symbol of all Northwest Coast Native people , tall multiple-figure poles were first made only
Mushroom Hunting
There are many types of mushrooms that are incredibly good to eat and fun to hunt for on the island. A few of the most common ones in the fall are Pine mushrooms, Chanterelles and
Meeting up with wildlife. What to do?
We all love to wonder the forests, some like to take off on their own hikes and others like to stick to a well known trail system. I have done both, and the one thing
Because summer is ending, does that mean vacation time is over? Not a chance
Summer is heading into fall now and if you thought your vacation on the island was over, well think again. We have so many winter activites on the island you can enjoy, vacationing here in
Fishing Vancouver Island Updates
Recently, the BC government has put restrictions on salmon fishing due to the decline in our resident Killer whale population. The latest estimates put the total population of southern resident killer whales at 76. We have
Farmer’s Markets – Visit them all!!
Farmer’s Markets in the mid island bursting with local edibles, baked goods and local produce. It’s a great way to spend your time and know that you are coming home with the best the area
BC Seafood Festival – Bigger then ever.
Who doesn’t love seafood? The BC Shellfish and Seafood Festival is back and bigger then ever this year. Get your tickets as you do not want to miss this one. June 15 – 17, 2018
Provincial and Regional Parks plus Trails
Horne Lake Caves Provincial Park –hornelakecaves.com Winner of BC’s Remarkable Experience Award Specials to check out!! 2hr Riverbend Explorer Cave Tour 30% Off Special (30% off to celebrate our 30th Anniversary!) $32 Winter Wet &
Shaw Tv Nanaimo – Beautiful Bowser BC
We have all been to the Georgia Park Store, it has been here for a very long time in Bowser. This interview with Skipper Dave (owner of Georgia Park Store) tells of some of Bowser’s
The Brant Festival – An enduring celebration.
The brant festival all began with a newspaper article in 1990. It has since grown into a yearly event with many activities and all centered around a celebration of the Brant geese and a connection
Special Occasions
Are you planning a beach wedding this year? Or what about an anniversary to renew your vows? Family Reunions? The Qualicum Breeze Resort is a must book for any beach weddings and family reunions. Don’t