Parks
BC’s Tofino, Ucluelet Summer Adventures
On the road again and out to British Columbia’s west coast in our RV. Tofino, surfer tourist mecca and Ucluelet, it’s lesser known and frequented fishing centred cousin. Continue Reading
View of Cox Bay, Tofino | M. Moulton
A BC Circle Tour From Vancouver Island to Northern BC and Back
As I have family and friends in the Prince George and Burns Lake area of Northern BC my husband and I thought it would be fun to circumnavigate BC, driving up through the centre of the province. Then we would head west to Prince Rupert and south via BC Ferries from Prince Rupert to Port Hardy on Vancouver Island and back to our home in Victoria. This loop is approximately 2,500 km (1,550 mi) so leave lots of time to explore BC and plan accordingly. Continue Reading
Burns Lake, Northern BC
Explore Spirit Loop on Vancouver Island
Vancouver Island’s Pacific Marine Circle Route or Spirit Loop as it is now called parallels part of the West Coast Trail on Vancouver Island but is more attainable for the average person not into extreme hikes. It can also be done by car or in this case RV in a day even, although my husband and I took nearly two weeks to complete it. Continue Reading
Exploring Tide Pools at Botanical Beach, Port Renfrew
Explore British Columbia’s Scenic West Kootenays
Mountains, lakes and old-growth forests make up the West Kootenays, a scenic and outdoorsy area of the Kootenays region in southeastern BC. Bordering Washington, Idaho and the edge of Montana, it’s nestled between the Okanagan and the East Kootenays, with the Purcell Mountain range as a divider. The Selkirk and Monashee mountains are also in the West Kootenays and the ski town of Revelstoke in the Columbia-Shuswap region and the Trans-Canada Highway are to its north. Continue Reading
Ainsworth Hot Springs on Kootenay Lake
Camping at Mabel Lake Provincial Park in British Columbia’s North Okanagan
Mabel Lake is about 30 kilometres long and attracts the fishermen in the family. Many were fishing in small boats, belly boats and from the shore. Being that my husband will take any opportunity to fish, it worked great for me as it gave me lots of time to enjoy my book while he was out fishing for our supper. Continue Reading
Village of Radium Hot Springs, BC: A Great Place for a Fall Trip
Radium still had the same welcoming feel, a mecca for outdoor enthusiasts young and old. Being that it was mid-September, we could sense that things were slowing down for the winter. We were immediately greeted by the bighorn sheep at the gas station as we pulled into town. Continue Reading
Marble Canyon, Kootenay National Park | Carol Stathers
Port Renfrew, British Columbia: Fall Camping, Old Growth Forests and Beautiful Beaches
We arrived at our destination, Port Renfrew. It is well known for being the trailhead for the Juan de Fuca Trail and the West Coast Trail, as well as, the beautiful, natural Botanical Beach. Continue Reading
Avatar Grove, Port Renfrew | Carol Stathers
Wonder and Awe – Yoho National Park in BC’s Kootenay Rockies
If you are looking for stunning steep mountains, spectacular waterfalls and turquoise glacial waters, Yoho National Park is the place to visit! Named for the Cree expression “wonder and awe”, it perfectly describes the park. Continue Reading
Wedding Location on Emerald Lake | C. Stathers
Kayaking the Nuchatlitz on BC’s West Coast
The west coast of Vancouver Island is a rugged and beautiful place. Windswept beaches, crystal-clear bays, and dramatic rock formations make the area a mecca for kayakers seeking a multi-day adventure. Continue Reading
Lunch Spot, Nuchatlitz, Vancouver Island | Kim Walker
Wasa Lake Provincial Park in BC’s Kootenay Region
Wasa Lake Provincial Park is unlike any provincial park is located approximately 200 kilometres south of Golden and just 40 kilometres north of Cranbrook in BC's Kootenay Region. Continue Reading
Wasa Lake Loop Trail | Kim Walker
