Wildlife Viewing
Following the Gold Rush Trail through British Columbia’s Cariboo & Beyond
Follow the trail of the first prospectors who flocked to British Columbia in the mid-1800s in search of gold and riches. Travel through rugged mountains, steep canyons and past raging rivers of the Fraser Canyon and into the dry plateaus and rolling hills of the Thompson Okanagan and Cariboo regions. Continue north to Prince George, called the Northern Capital of BC, then east and south towards the stunning BC Rockies returning to Hope in Fraser Country. Continue ReadingHoodoos near Cache Creek | Don-Weixl
Winter Activities On British Columbia’s Sunshine Coast for Snowbird RVers
There’s plenty to do both inside and out if you’re RVing on the Sunshine Coast in the winter. From the artistic community of Gibsons northeast to the harbour village of Lund, mountains meet the sea along the Sunshine Coast, a mainland area uniquely only accessible by ferry, boat or plane. Winters are typically mild and range from 2 to 10ºC (20 to 50°F) during the day. In lower elevations, rains keep the flora and forests lush, while higher areas see snow. Continue ReadingDouglas Bevans of Sunshine Coast Art Tours and guests after an enjoyable visit to Motoko's Fine Art Gallery in Garden Bay. Credit: Sunshine Coast Tourism/Shayd Johnson
Sooke to Port Renfrew: A Day Tour to Experience the Rugged Pacific Coast on Vancouver Island, British Columbia
Along the route are sandy beaches, panoramic mountain and ocean views, sea lion caves, tidal pools, surfing, hiking trails and a variety of places to dine. Continue ReadingBridge Lake Provincial Park Nestled in the Interlakes Region of British Columbia’s Cariboo
Bridge Lake is one of many, many lakes in the Interlakes District, a region known for fishing. In fact, Highway 24, stretching from 100 Mile House to Little Fort, is often referred to as the Fishing Highway and Bridge Lake is situated smack dab in the centre. Continue ReadingBridge Lake Provincial Park in BC's Cariboo | Kim Walker
Travel the Stunning Stewart-Cassiar/Highway 37 in Northern BC
The Stewart-Cassiar Highway is 724 km of stunning scenery in British Columbia’s north. My husband and I took our time exploring this amazing area from the Yukon border in the north, to Kitwanga in the south and over to Stewart and Hyder, Alaska. Continue ReadingView Near Iskut, Northern BC
Who is Your Wildlife Companion In British Columbia?
Have you ever thought about who your wildlife camping companions really are? Have you ever just sat quietly for 60 seconds and listened? This could make a great camping activity for the whole family, by making it a family tradition where once a day the whole family sits in silence for just 60 seconds and make a note of all that you hear. Continue ReadingStellar Jay by Bird Atlas
How to Respect and Observe Wildlife and Our Natural Surroundings with the BC Camper’s Code
The Camper’s Code is a health and safety initiative that has nine simple rules that are easy to follow. When outdoor enthusiasts respect the rules, camping continues to be enjoyable for all and nature remains pristine and animals stay wild. This blog explains: Respect Wildlife, Take Only Photos and Control Your Pets. Continue ReadingFollow the Camper’s Code and be a Responsible and Safe Camper
Store Food Safely, Don’t Litter and Practice Fire Safety are the next three easy-to-follow rules of the Camper’s Code. When outdoor enthusiasts abide by these rules, camping continues to be enjoyable for all, nature remains pristine and animals stay wild. Continue ReadingPractice Fire Safety | Parks Canada
British Columbia’s Wildlife A Sight to Behold
British Columbia is known for its magnificent mountains, pristine lakes, lush green forests and the Pacific Ocean. It’s therefore not surprising that residing within this bountiful environment are well over 1,000 different species of wildlife including hundreds of birds and fish, mammals, amphibians, and reptiles. Continue ReadingSnowbirds! Spending Your Winter in the Vancouver Area? Check Out These Side Trips
Heading east from Vancouver through the Fraser Valley via scenic Highway 7 to Harrison Hot Springs, cityscapes soon open up into country with stunning views over fields and mountains. Continue Reading