Historic Sites
5 Unique Locations to Explore in Nanaimo, BC
Many people pass through Nanaimo while on route to various other Vancouver Island destinations. In doing so, some of the most fascinating locations are missed. Here are five great reasons to make Nanaimo one of the top places to explore. Continue Reading
Morden Colliery, Nanaimo | Kim Parcher
Hip and Happening in the South Cariboo, BC – 10 Reasons to Visit Today
The South Cariboo area of British Columbia is known as a land of big adventures, outdoor recreation and cowboys. And with the proliferation of world-class guest ranches dotted across its wide-open landscape, it definitely comes by its reputation naturally. But many don’t realize that the South Cariboo is also a land of rich history, talented artisans, and culinary enthusiasts. Continue Reading
Pie & Icecream, Canim Lake General Store. Photo: Canim Lake General Store Facebook Page
Three Ways to Welcome Spring in British Columbia’s Fraser Valley
Spring has sprung after a long winter in the Fraser Valley – at my house snowflakes were falling from the sky on April 1. Don’t get me wrong, I love winter, but I am ready to welcome the next season with open arms. Here are three ways to welcome spring here in the Fraser Valley. Continue Reading
Tulips of the Valley, Chilliwack BC
Visit Mount Revelstoke National Park in August for its Stunning Vistas & Wildflowers
Mount Revelstoke National Park is only a hop, skip, and a jump away from the community of Revelstoke. In less than an hour you can go from standing on the mountaintop to having a bite to eat in the city centre. Continue Reading
Meadows in the Sky Parkway, Mount Revelstoke
Kootenay National Park, British Columbia Offers Great Vistas, Hiking & History
Kootenay National Park, an often-overlooked neighbour to Alberta’s more popular Rocky Mountain Parks of Banff and Jasper, makes the perfect daytrip when exploring the region. It also offers enough to keep you busy for a weekend all on its own if you like stunning vistas, great hiking, and interesting history. Continue Reading
Continental Divide, Kootenay National Park
BC’s National Historic Sites Offer a Glimpse into the Past: Here are 3 to Explore
BC’s National Historic Sites are spread throughout the province, from East to West and from North to South. Several of the sites are within an easy day trip of the Fraser Valley. Others will require more planning and commitment. All are worth visiting. Continue Reading
Overlooking Loopbrook Trail in Glacier National Park. Photo: J. Bolingbroke.jpg
Terrace and the Nass Valley in Northern British Columbia are worth a Visit
I remember visiting Terrace, New Aiyansh and Greenville, in Northern BC years ago. A long drive of about 15 hours from Vancouver, just under 1,400 km and multiple stops I will never forget. My father did his residency program in the smaller towns of both New Aiyansh and Greenville, small towns of no more than 2,000 residents each. Located right on the Skeena River with an abundance of nature, it makes for a great way to escape the city life and find solace in the most remote corners of beautiful British Columbia. Continue Reading
Kleanza Creek Provincial Park, Terrace, Northern BC. Photo: Destination BC/Emanual Smedbol
Explore Fort Langley & Gulf of Georgia Cannery Historic Sites & Check Out Some of BC’s Fascinating History
Today we are highlighting two National Historic Sites, Fort Langley and Gulf of Georgia Cannery. Both are easily accessible day trips from Metro Vancouver, and then in June we will be talking about three National Historic Sites that are spread throughout the province and would make a great part of any summer vacation. Continue Reading
Gulf of Georgia Cannery | Photo: Kim Walker
Yoho National Park, BC – A Jewel in the Canadian Rockies
Yoho is the slightly western counterpart of the better-known Banff National Park. Covering 1,310 square kilometres, the park makes up a portion of UNESCO’s Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks World Heritage Site. Yoho offers a bountiful range of both easily accessible and more challenging terrain, guaranteeing that you will find something to suit your interests no matter which direction you choose to explore. Continue Reading
Fossil Found at Walcott Quarry, Yoho National Park. Photo: Aaron Purdy
Treasure Hunting in British Columbia’s Gold Country
The thrill of a modern treasure hunt comes alive with Geocaching in Gold Country, an area of BC’s interior rich in cultural and geographic diversity. Geocaching combines outdoor recreation, technology, and a good old-fashioned treasure hunt. Continue Reading
Gold Country GeoTourism Field Guides
