Vancouver Island

Walking at Kiixin Beach, Huu-Ay-Aht First Nation, Bamfield, BC.

Alberni Valley, an Unheralded Nature Nexus on Vancouver Island

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I spent the summers of my youth quietly drifting down the Alberni Valley’s Somass River in an inner...

Fish & Duck Pub on Sproat Lake, Port Alberni, BC.

Uncovering the Port Alberni Food Scene

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With an explosion of craft brewers, artisanal eateries, markets, cafes and agri-tours, Port Alberni...

Sunset Tour at Kiixin with Huu-ay-aht traditional song and dancing.

Touring Kiixin Opens Eyes and Minds

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There are times in your life that you immediately feel the energy of place and sense the importance...

Old growth tree on Meares Island, Tla-o-qui-aht Tribal Parks

Tla-o-qui-aht Tribal Parks: A Vision to a Movement

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Did you know those in BC can stay #TribalParks while supporting the protection and restoration of...

Feel the Rush of Port Alberni Waterfalls

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Hike to amazing Port Alberni waterfalls for cool refreshing summer fun, and amazing views! Situated...

Bear safety: know how and when to use bear spray

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If you hike anywhere in Western Canada you should be educated on bear safety and what to do if you...

Culture and conservation intersect in Vancouver Island documentary

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During location scouting for their film Finding Solitude, Jaiden George and Tristan Hinder-Hohlweg...

Autumn Biking: 4 tips to keep you pedalling into shoulder season

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When summer slips into fall, two-wheel adventures enter a new level of awesome. Whether you're into...

British Columbia lakes beaches

Go with the flow on B.C.’s magnificent inland waterways

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We could easily write a hefty book about all the ways to get out on the water around British...

His-Shuk-nish-tsa-waak - Where everything is one

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Within a few steps onto a tree-lined trail do you ever say to yourself, “Why don’t I do this more...

Tofino BC Tin Wis

5 Ways to Relax in Tofino

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There’s nothing quite like the moment – driving between Ucluelet and Tofino – when you first turn...

Kiixin Vancouver Island Port Alberni

Portal to the past at Kiixin: ‘We’re here to tell our story’

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Situated on the southwestern coast of Vancouver Island is the tight-knit community of Bamfield, home...

5 summer activities in BC to reach maximum relaxation during a pandemic

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Looking for summer activities that will let you relax and unwind? Here are a few BC-based activities...

Allies in Exploration

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How can we act as good allies when we travel and explore in Western Canada?

Vancouver

Uncrowded, outdoor places to escape in BC this summer

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After months being at home, a road trip sounds pretty good right about now. Dream of fresh air and...

Valentines Date ideas ZenSeekers

18 unexpected Valentine's ideas better than just going for dinner

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C'est l'amour! Valentine's Day doesn’t have to be about a box of chocolates or a card. Instead of...

Bamfield

Hike the West Coast; Hike Bamfield

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Bamfield, B.C. – As the ocean laps at the shore, the sound of the crashing waves washes away the...

Port Alberni

Building An Epic Night Out in Port Alberni #ExplorePortAlberni

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Port Alberni, B.C. - It takes courage and determination to see through a vision in creating a new...