What is a “Snowbird”?

The term snowbird has traditionally meant a northerner who travels to warmer southern climes in the winter. However, in Canada’s case, it’s not always south but often west, primarily to British Columbia. When it comes to off-season camping, snowbirds seek out RV parks, most often private ones with full-services, in mild areas of the province such as Metro Vancouver, Vancouver Island and the Southern Interior. The snowbird season runs from October through to April and depending on where one stays visitors may encounter little or no snow. Opting for an RV vacation or extended stay in British Columbia over the late fall and winter versus travelling to the United States has grown in popularity due to the dip in the Canada-US dollar exchange rate, easier access to public health services, and for many, shorter distances to drive. Read what 3 BC RV Park Operators Say about Winter RVing