ISSUE 2 | 2010
L I F E S T Y L E M A G A Z I N E
1 Year
Anniversary Edit ion
SAND SCULPTURE ELITES
Parksville awards a spot in the world championships
WEST COAST WHALE EXPERT
How much do you know about the ocean’s giants?
BENEATH THE WAVES
A hidden world of sea life in our backyard
A SHIPWRECK STORY
Do you know about the wreck of the Valencia?
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SUMMER GRILL Cedar Plank Salmon Recipe from Lisa Garvie
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REALIZING BALANCE AND NUTRITION A combination of yoga and raw foods can help make a body healthy
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PLAYING IN THE SAND Parksville Beach Festival brings world-class sand sculptors to Vancouver Island
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ISLAND ADVENTURES
Island Times ventures into one of the world’s best diving locations
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EXPLORING THE WRECK OF THE VALENCIA The unforgiving Pacific West Coastline is home to many shipwrecks
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FILLONGLEY PROVINCIAL PARK One of the most beautful parks in the Gulf Islands
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Since the first issue of Island Times launched I have been absolutely amazed at the positive reception we have received from the community. We have had a very successful year and look forward to offering our readers even more in future issues. The magazine will continue to bring you positive local events, talent, inspirational stories and other interesting adventures from all across Vancouver Island all the while remembering that this is the Island lifestyle that brings us and keeps us all here. These Island adventures are a ritual here at Island Times Magazine. We will be sharing our experiences with you each and every issue. The two adventures this issue were a visit to Ocean Planet Adventures and The Whale Centre in Tofino. I especially love this Island for the opportunity to spot amazing wildlife at every turn. The huge family of sea lions that we watched off the coast of Long Beach was incredible. The giant pacific octopus on our underwater adventure only reaffirmed to me what a unique and inspiring place we live in! I would like to personally send a big thank-you to everyone who picked up a copy of
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PLAYING IN THE by Chris Robinson
unscreen? Check. Comfortable yet festive summer beach attire? Check. Professional sculpting kit? Wait... what? That’s the checklist for the lucky people competing in the Quality
It’s not every day that an event like
Foods Canadian Open Sand Sculpting Competition & Exhibition
this comes around. And it’s even more
sculptors from around the world come to create far more than just a
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(COSSCE) here in Parksville, Vancouver Island. Some of the best sand little castle in the sand. For them, the sculpting competition began on July 16th. Over the
course of eight hours per-day over three days, their sand-and-water creations take shape.
On average, each competition entry has at least ten years of practice under their beachware belts. These guys and girls know their sand, there’s no doubt about that. But, this year’s competition and exhibition will be a bit different. The sculptor who wins first place will also receive a guaranteed spot in the World Championship of Sand Sculpting. Who knows? The work you see here in Parksville could be the work of a world champion. Even if you can’t make it to see the sand sculpting in progress, you can still come for the exhibition. All the way up to August 15th, from 9am to 9pm, you can tour through the beach to see the sandy works that these artisans have put together. It makes for a great, low-key family excursion or a peaceful sunny afternoon. Think of it like a sunny, festive, open-air art gallery. In general, officials judge the sand sculptures in three broad categories. First, entries can score points for technical difficulty. This means overhangs, hollows, or the narrowness of vertical elements. Scores increase the more the sand defies gravity. Second, artistic merit includes portraying life-like faces, bodies, accurate proportions, and the illusion of movement. When you attend, expect to see the graceful curves of nature, as well as hard-lined objects, depicted from just sand and water. Lastly, the compositional design category lets competitors score points for originality and imagination. The best sculptures aren’t just hodge-podges of skill. The sand has to come together to work as a whole. And aside from the chance to win a competition slot in the international sand-sculpting competition, sculptors compete for prize money. The COSSCE awards a grand total of $30,000 for the best sculptures. Can you imagine getting paid to play on the beach? That’s how everyone starts, after all. No one is born with these refined skills. On some level, competitors probably still feel the same enjoyment as when they were young, playing with a pail and the nearby water. Even if you don’t attend the exhibition, you’re still likely to feel its impact. 52% of the attendees last year came from off-island. What does that mean? Here’s some rough financial numbers. If each offisland attendee came through Parksville and spent just $100, then the city’s economy gains approximately 3.64 million dollars in revenue. That’s a very, very conservative estimate, mind you. Who goes on vacation and only spends $100? If you’re a local charity, you’re likely to feel the impact of the COSSCE too. The Parksville Beach Festival Society, responsible for this sandy exhibition, donates 25% of all money raised at the gates to at least ten different local charities and volunteer groups. That admission donation, recommended at $2, is sure to find its way to worthwhile causes. In the future, the COSSCE has potential to be a much larger event. Right
o f n I y e K Admission by Donation Suggested at $2
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Parksville’s Community Park
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July 17, 2:00pm: Sculpting Zone Opens. Witness the skill of master sand sculptors! July 18, 3:00pm: Sculpting time ends! Sand sculptures must be finished. July 18-August 15, 9:00am-9:00pm: Public exhibition. See the creations, first-hand.
WHAT IF IT RAINS?
Completed sculptures are sprayed with an enviro-friendly combination of wood glue and water. A little rain won’t harm anything. After being treated, completed sand-and-water sculptures feel like rock.
IT’S MORE THAN SAND SCULPTURES June 15-August 17: Summer by the Sea Street Market
next door to the current sculpting grounds lies a bed of sand just waiting to be conditioned. As it sits now, the plot has drainage issues and is unsuitable for the competition. But, with some effort, our sand-sculpting competition could be an even bigger Canada-wide event. It’s not every day that an event like this comes around. And it’s even more
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WHALE
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by Steve Crabb
Before eco-tourism became a trendy buzzword, there was John Forde and The Whale Center.
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n operation for two decades out of Tofino BC, John is a home grown
going “Hootla-Kootla”, passengers will have the opportunity to witness
guide/outfitter with a vast lifelong knowledge of local waters and the
all manner of sea-going mammals, from whales, seals and sea lions to
wildlife thriving within them. His skill and experience give him the
land-based animals such as black bear cubs playing and foraging on the
seemingly uncanny ability to know when and where whales will surface.
beaches. The breathtaking scenery and incredible photo opportunities
In fact, his whale knowledge is impressive enough to land a position
are endless, as a visit to The Whale Centre website can demonstrate.
working with the Department of Fisheries and the Strawberry Isle
If you wish to increase the likelihood of observing wildlife in the
Research Society, as part of a select team that carries out whale rescue
natural surroundings of spectacular Clayoquot Sound it would be
operations in Clayoquot Sound. To date, eight whales have been saved
prudent to use a tried and true outfitter. John Forde is such an outfitter.
from certain death by freeing them from a deadly assortment of fishing
John is friendly, easy to talk to, and more than willing to share his stories
gear and nets. This is a dangerous but necessary service that John
and the west coast experience with you. For twenty years, he and his
performs with the same passion and pride he takes in showing people his
team at The Whale Centre have navigated the competitive waters of the whale watching business and given hundreds of people from all over the
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DIVING INTO THE
by Julie McManus
For those who have always wanted to try scuba diving but have been too shy to try or too busy to take classes...
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he coasts off of Vancouver Island offer some of the best sites for cold water diving in North America say Andrew and Christine Edwards who run Ocean Planet Adventures in Tofino. For years, the pair has been helping both visitors and locals explore the depths of Clayoquot Sound, offering up affordable, four-to-five-hour guided excursions that can be completely customized. Island Times had the opportunity to tour the best underwater coves in the Tofino area with the experienced dive masters this summer and everyone had a blast. Our tour began with a 15 minute boat ride to one of the two diving sites we signed up to see. Our guides were helpful in loading up the boat, setting us up with the right gear, and sharing some of the history of the area during the trip. We quickly determined that there is nothing like a boat ride on a sunny day coupled with great scenery. Once we arrived at our first location, the staff helped us gear up and (safety first!) gave us a quick safety lesson. They then directed us to diving locations where we were sure to see the most animal and plant life such as sea cucumbers, anenomes, sea stars, giant reefs, and eventually a shy octopus resting in his cave.
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An hour later we moved onto a second location where the water was even clearer and busier with creatures. We completed our day exploring the beauty of Clayoquot Sound with suntans, smiles, and a craving for seafood – one couldn’t help it, having spent the day in the ocean. Guided diving tours are available from Ocean Planet Adventures to anyone with the desire to get out and explore the waters around the Tofino area. Included in every tour is equipment rental, transportation to the best locations, a guided tour of the cove, and snacks. Ocean Planet Adventures also offers private charters. For those who have always wanted to try scuba diving but have been too shy to try or too busy to take classes, Ocean Planet Adventures in Tofino offers a safe, exciting, and affordable solution. IT For more information, visit www.divetofino.com. Video footage of our adventure is available at www.islandtimesmagazine.com
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SCUBA SAFELY: The Safe Diving Practices Statement of Understanding, designed by the Professional Association of Diving Instructors, provides ten tips for safe diving.
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DID YOU KNOW? The word SCUBA is an acronym for Self Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus.
Maintain good mental and physical health for diving. Be familiar with dive sites or dive with a dive guide. Use complete, well-maintained, reliable equipment that is familiar. Listen carefully to dive briefings and directions by the dive staff. Always follow the buddy system. Plan dives and dive with a buddy.
Red and yellow light is filtered out by the water above divers, making everything appear bluish. To see natural colors divers must bring their own light source.
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Know how to use dive tables. Make all dives no-decompression
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Maintain proper buoyancy. Neutral buoyancy underwater,
Rubbing saliva inside the mask is an accepted and efficient way of stopping it from fogging up at depth.
8 Never breath-hold or skip-breath while breathing compressed air. 9 Use a boat, float, or other surface support device whenever possible. 10 Know and obey local dive laws and regulations.
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Valencia
EXPLORING THE
WRECK OF THE
by Steve Crabb
“The graveyard of the Pacific” is synonymous with ships wrecked and lives lost. The unforgiving coastline of the Pacific Northwest including Vancouver Island has earned this designation, claiming all manner of vessels, the sea making no distinction nor showing any mercy.
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rom Cape Scott on the northern tip of Vancouver Island to Cape Flattery on the end of the American Olympic peninsula, lies a particularly dangerous stretch of waters. Some eighty ships have wrecked there since the late 1700s. Fog, currents, and year-round storms form a deadly alliance with the jagged coastline, creating a lethal trap. The original lighthouse buildings on the Scott Islands had to be lashed down with steel cables to prevent them from being swept away by the violent pacific storms. Of all the wrecks, the most tragic story belongs to that of the Valencia, a 77 metre passenger steamer carrying 61 crew and 110 passengers, destined for Seattle from San Francisco. On January 22nd, 1906, bad weather and poor visibility combined with navigational error pushed the Valencia off course. Just before midnight, she hit a reef near Pachina Point on Vancouver Island. Only 50 metres separated the ship from shore, but it may as well have been 500 as the sea boiled with heavy surf: a terrifying example of, “so close, but yet so far.” Lifeboats were launched but sank in the heavy seas. Miraculously, some men did swim to shore, but instead of securing a rescue line that had been fired from ship to shore, and would have most certainly saved lives, they opted to seek help by following a telegraph trail blazed through dense west coast rainforest. The remaining crew and passengers languished for two days aboard the doomed Valencia. When rescue ships arrived, their crews could only watch helplessly as heavy seas prevented assistance. Survivors (many were women and children) clung desperately to the rigging. As the women sang “Nearer, My God, to Thee” a wave took the ship off the rock and slid it into the ocean, taking with it all those on board. Every single woman and child perished, while thirty-five men survived. Incredibly, the Valencia’s #5 lifeboat was found intact, floating in Barkley Sound some 27 years after the tragedy, feeding local legend about the ghost ship Valencia. The lifeboat is now on display at the BC Maritime Museum. American President Theodore Roosevelt himself ordered an 12 | islandtimesmagazine.ca
investigation into the tragedy, testimony to the attention this story received. For years, mariners had demanded a lighthouse at treacherous Pachina Point, and in direct response to the Valencia’s 136 lives lost, the Canadian Government finally acquiesced and funded construction. Another direct result was to upgrade an existing telegraph line into an escape route for survivors, complete with intermittently spaced cabins. New technology, however, soon rendered the trail obsolete. This trail, what was the telegraph line escape route, is known today as “The West Coast Trail”, a renowned hiking destination. Every year, thousands of trekkers come from all over the world to test their resolve against the daunting 75 kilometers (47 miles) of rugged wilderness and its formidable elements. This is an extremely demanding hike and not intended for novices. Rusting relics from several shipwrecks can be observed along the trail. The Valencia site can be seen from atop of the aptly named Valencia Bluffs, where the wreck rests under about seven meters of water. A moderately challenging ten kilometers (one way) hike along what is considered to be the easier end of the trail starts at hauntingly beautiful Pachina Bay (camp sites are available) and will lead you to the meticulously maintained Pachina Point Lighthouse grounds. You will likely encounter weary (or elated) hikers just finishing (or starting) the West Coast Trail. Before you set out, it is imperative that you check the Parks Canada link for essential information on how to get to the trail head located near the town of Bamfield, and how to enjoy this adventure safely. It’s well worth the effort and the hike to retrace the path of the Valencia. IT There is much more to the story of The Valencia that cannot be told here; for a fascinating, complete account visit: HistoryLink.org. For information on the shipwrecks of Vancouver Island please visit the BC Maritime Museum located in Victoria, BC: http://tinyurl.com/2ebm8yo BC Maritime Museum: www.mmbc.bc.ca, Parks Canada: www.pc.gc.ca/pacrim
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Fillongley A Glance at
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his small, picturesque park on the north side of Denman Island makes for an idyllic visiting location. Spend a few hours here, or a few days. In the spring, vibrant wildflowers bring this Gulf Islands park alive. The sandy and rocky beach is perfect for those who like to swim, kayak, canoe, beachcomb and take long walks. Bring your camera for the panoramic views of Hornby Island and mainland British Columbia’s mountain ranges. The park has a long history of life. At least 5,000 years ago, the region’s first people would canoe to Denman Island for fish, oysters, clams, and roots, and to embark on spirit quests. The Pentlatch band of the Coast Salish also maintained a summer village on Denman; beaches with shells strewn about hint at their continual presence. The park, as it is today, began in the early 1870s with the first wave of landing European immigrants. One of the
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P R O V I N C I A L PA R K immigrants, George Beadnell, a medical doctor, arrived in 1888 as a teenager from England. His entire life was spent on the island; during his time, he developed a parcel of oceanfront land. Fillongley Provincial Park was that land, later bequeathed to British Columbia. To this day, Beadnell’s grave can be seen along the Homestead Trail. Remains of his homestead are also visible, as are a number of unusual heritage trees that Beadnell imported from England. The flat meadow in the park was once the site of his bowling green. Today, this park continues to be popular with locals and visitors alike. A mixed stand of mature coastal Douglas fir, Western red cedar, Western hemlock, and Broadleaf maple remains protected. As some of the last unlogged, old-growth cedar on Denman Island, this forest is a modern piece of natural history. If you want to camp on Denman Island, Fillongley is the only location available. You’ll probably need advanced booking to secure a spot, too. Ten available campsites, located along the ocean and near several walking trails throughout the park, allow the opportunity for visitors to take a leisurely stroll and observe the old-growth forest, the remains of Beadnell’s homestead, and Little George Creek, an important salmon spawning stream. Those who wish to explore the waters around Denman and Hornby Islands by canoe or kayak have the opportunity to set in at the beach, near the campsites. IT Island Times Magazine thanks Tammie Liddicoat for her continued BC Parks support. Visit www.islandtimesmagazine.ca to read this article and more about other Vancouver Island parks. Send your comments to comments@islandtimesmagazine.ca
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SUMMER by Lisa Garvie
Cedar Plank Salmon
Cedar plank salmon has become all
the rage. Menus everywhere highlight this unique dish and cooking style. How does it work? Does it have to be cedar? Does it have to be salmon? This month we’re taking some of the mystery away from this delicious dish and suggesting some options. After gardening, spring cleaning, and taking care of the family, you can create a delicious barbecue dinner with very little fuss and very gourmet results. So, let’s go planking!
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Cooking on wood does not have to be done on the barbecue. You can get similar results by baking your entree in a 450° oven. The board just needs to be placed on top of a baking sheet. Line it with parchment or foil for easy clean up. You can use almost any type of plank: almost any. Some woods are toxic. Stick with cherry, walnut, cedar and maple. Stay away from hemlock, plywood, or lumber from the carport. Chicken fillets can be planked as well as salmon. Try coating the chicken in a combination of mayonnaise, lemon juice and zest, tobacco, and chilli peppers. Then, cook as described for the fish fillets. Apart from salmon, cod fillets on a maple plank are wonderful. Lightly toss the cod in a combination of olive oil, maple syrup, and a sprinkling of salt before cooking. IT Lisa Garvie at Masters Touch Catering can be reached at (250) 751-1629 or on www.masterstouchcatering.com. Contact Lisa to give any event some culinary flair! Read this article and see other recipes on www.islandtimesmagazine.ca today! Send your comments to comments@islandtimesmagazine.ca
You can use either proportioned pieces of salmon or a whole salmon fillet. It can be cooked with or without the skin. If skin is still present – cook skin side down. Marinade: 3 tablespoons grainy Dijon Pre-heat barbecue to ‘very hot.’ Gently toss the salmon in the marinade. 2 tablespoons honey Do not allow it to sit for too long, as this will change the consistency of 3 tablespoons olive oil the fish. Place the salmon on top of the plank, then place on barbecue 1 teaspoon de Provincepieces or Italianofseasoning Use either Herbs pre-portioned salmon or a Ground pepper and pinch of salt rack (or in oven). Turn the element off over the section you have the whole salmon fillet. The salmon can have skin, or salmon, but leave the element on high on the opposite side. Close the not. But, barbecue if skin is present, cook skin-side down. Pre-heat to very hot. Gently toss the salmon in the marinade. lid and allow to cook for approximately 20 minutes. Smoke will escape Do not allow it to sit for hours as it will change the consistency of thethe barbecue, which is natural. If you see huge billows, it most from fish. Place the salmon on top of the plank and place on barbecue rack likely means your plank is on fire and you’ll want to put it out! Keep a in oven). Turn the element •(or 3 tablespoons grainy Dijon off the section you have the salmon spray bottle handy for just such an occasion. but leave the element on high on the opposite side. Close the lid •on 2 tablespoons honey and allow to cook for approx. 20 minutes. Smoke will escape from the This dish can be served directly from the plank or can be plated. Top • 3 tablespoons olive oil barbecue which is natural but if you see huge billows it most likely the salmon with a salsa made from roasted peppers and onions and a •means 1 teaspoon ‘Herbs defire Province’ or want Italian your plank is on and you’ll toseasoning put it out! (keep a spray splash of apple cider vinegar. Serve with a wild rice pilaf, tossed salad handy for just such an occasion). •bottle Ground pepper and pinch of salt
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Strengthen the Mind-Body Connection with Yoga and the Right Foods The Hot N’ Cool Yoga Club in Parksville combines both
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healthier body leads to a healthier mind, and achieving both is possible with the right combination of exercise, nutrition, and safe detoxification. Members of The Hot N’ Cool Yoga Club in Parksville show people how making small lifestyle changes can be conveniently combined for ultimate wellness. It begins with recognizing that the way we treat our bodies impacts our mental state. Improving both begins with low impact exercise and a change in our diets. With the largest group of certified yoga instructors in town, the Hot N’ Cool Yoga club offers group classes from beginning to intermediate in both hot and cold studios. Visitors to the club may practice cool yoga at room temperature throughout the day, or hot yoga during mornings and evenings. Far Infrared (FIR) lighting, which heats the body without heating the entire studio, brings many additional benefits to the practice of yoga. Through hot yoga, the body sweats, ridding the body of toxins that add up when we eat a diet high in processed and fatty foods. For better results the club has recently added a tasty component to its extensive lineup of yoga classes. Diana, a certified raw food chef is helping to strengthen club members’ understanding of the importance of raw food through her company, Raw Goods. She is already introducing many locals to the benefits of choosing raw food through various demonstrations, classes, and coaching sessions happening this summer at the Hot N’ Cool Yoga Club.
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After a detoxifying hot yoga experience, replenishment is important. That is when it is helpful to have a raw foods expert on site. Raw foods are recommended for anyone looking to improve their health. Why throw a beneficial workout away by reaching for processed snacks? Diana says real, whole, living food is missing from the average person’s diet and the results are leaving us feeling less than fine. A diet rich in raw veggies and fruits is full of enzymes, vitamins, and minerals, many of which are not found in “fake” and processed foods because they disappear during preperation – if they were even present in the first place. Combining the invigorating effects of yoga, massage, detox, and a diet rich in raw foods leads to people experiencing many health benefits including increased energy, improved digestion, regulated blood sugar, weight loss, and improved memory. The Hot ‘N’ Cool Yoga Club is ready to help anyone start making these changes today and is located at 2A - 1209 East Island Highway in Parksville. Yoga Classes run seven days a week and begin at 9:30 a.m. and run until 7:30 p.m. Drop-ins are always encouraged. First-timers should arrive early and fully prepared to feel rejuvenated. For more information call (250)586-4202 or visit www.hotncoolyogaclub.com to find a complete class schedule and instructor bios. IT Read this article and more at www.islandtimesmagazine.ca Send your comments to comments@islandtimesmagazine.ca
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Tree to focus on quality, right from production. Stansfield himself improves the already innovative designs with rust-free brass fittings and tenon joinery. An investment at the Teak Tree doesn’t just give you furniture for now. It gives you furniture for life. A simple tour gives you a wide variety of indoor and outdoor options. Those seeking indoor treasures will find stunning chairs, tables, beds, and armoires. Outdoor designs include benches, barsettings, loungers, and extending tables and chairs. His creations can be left outdoors, exposed to rain and the elements, for well over 50 years. But, don’t let your visit limit your design potential. The Teak Tree caters to all furniture needs. Stansfield designs one-of-a-kind pieces to fit into your one-of-a-kind home and lifestyle. Whether you invest in the functional art on display or decide to customize your teak experience, the Teak Tree lets you bring your ideas to life. IT
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PLANTS PLEASE One of the greatest parts of an outdoor living area is being able to include natural elements. Just like the indoors, nothing cheers up a room like strategically placed fresh flowers. To keep your space functional and clutter-free, look for pots and planters that work with the overall layout of your space. If you have a balcony or long railing, try using flower boxes that can affix to them. Or, if you have the space for oversized pots and unique stands, simply place a few flowers in key spots to create a space that will make your neighbours green with envy. In addition to flowers, fresh herbs can be a fragrant, beautiful and useful addition to your patio – especially if you enjoy cooking. They are extremely easy to grow and care for, so add a few decorative herb pot to spice up the look of your patio – and your summer dishes.
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EXTRAORDINARY EXTRAS Next, get cozy in your outdoor space by adding an outdoor fireplace or a fire pit to your patio. Or, if you love to lounge, install a hammock to enjoy those lazy summer days. Finally, don’t forget about lighting. Stringing lights or lighting candles can make your patio seem magical at night and help create a great atmosphere when entertaining. When updating your outdoor living space, remember to decorate like you would the indoors for a pulled-together, chic outdoor space. By using a few of these ideas, you’ll create a picture-perfect patio in no time. IT This article courtesy of newscanada.com
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ROYAL BC MUSEUM: BEHIND THE SCENES BEGINNING ON JUNE 25, 2010 - YEAR-LONG
The Royal BC Museum turns inside out to reveal a groundbreaking exhibition and year-long schedule of activities. In celebration of the UNESCO International Year of Biodiversity, the Royal BC Museum: Behind the Scenes exhibition introduces you to natural history curators and collection managers. Get to know the researchers who dig, dredge, dive and document their way to new scientific discoveries. See new and ancient specimens on public display for the very first time. Children will flip for the AmusEum – a sustainability-themed activity zone just for kids! And be sure to visit Aliens Among Us, an exhibition within an exhibition that’s all about the non-indigenous plants and animals that have decided to call BC home.
GOOD TIMBER: SONGS AND STORIES OF THE WESTERN LOGGER JULY 2ND - AUGUST 28TH, MON-SAT, 8PM The Other Guys Theatre Company, with the Royal BC Museum, presents an original musical theatre production featuring the songs and stories of the western logger. Good Timber: Songs and Stories of the Western Logger celebrates the golden age of logging in British Columbia – and the legendary Bulls of the woods, hookers, hiriggers, fallers, whistle punks, and engineers from the time when loggers climbed trees. The Other Guys Theatre Company’s artistic director, Ross Desprez, was inspired by a dog-eared copy of Rhymes of the Western Logger, a compilation of logging camp poetry by Robert E. Swanson. - Thanks to Heather Jeliazkov 22 | islandtimesmagazine.ca
FREE GUIDED TOURS OF THE LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA
Sun Aug 1st - Mon Sept 6th Mon to Thurs: 9:00am to 5:00pm Fri to Sun: 9:00am to 6:00pm Parliament Buildings, Victoria tours@leg.bc.ca
FREE-B FILM FESTIVAL
Aug 6th - Aug 7th 9:00pm to 11:00pm Beacon Hill Park, Victoria programmer@victoriafilmfestival.com
10TH ANNUAL GORGE FEST DRAGON BOAT REGATTA
Aug 7th Gorge Rowing and Paddling Centre #115 - 2940 Jutland Road, Victoria info@gorowandpaddle.org
2010 CANADA DRY VICTORIA DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL Aug 13th - Aug 15th Victoria Inner Harbour sarah@victoriadragonboat.com www.victoriadragonboat.com
SALT SPRING JAZZ FEST 2010
Various Venues - Salt Spring Island johnmoore@shaw.ca www.saltspringjazzfest.org
BLUE SKY MUSIC FESTIVAL
Aug 14th Doors: 11:00am Music: 11:30am - 10:00pm 2207 Millstream Rd, Victoria hightideconcerts@shaw.ca
SALT SPRING ISLAND MARKET IN THE PARK
Every Sat April to Oct 8:00am to 4:00pm cperrins@crd.bc.ca www.crd.bc.ca/ssiparc
SUMMER NIGHTS AT THE VICTORIA CONFERENCE CENTRE
Saturday evenings July/Aug 7:30pm to 9:30pm Victoria Conference Centre murhat@aol.com www.magicinvictoria.com
THE 24TH ANNUAL VICTORIA FRINGE THEATRE FESTIVAL
Aug 26th - Sept 5th, 1:00pm sammieg@intrepidtheatre.com www.intrepidtheatre.com
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Sacred Mountain Lavender is a boutique lavender farm nestled on the foothills of sacred Mount Tuam on Salt Spring Island B.C. Established in 2001, Sacred Mountain is currently the only lavender farm on the Island. All lavender is organically grown and our Essential Oil is steam distilled at the farm. We offer you hand-crafted lavender products of the highest quality to enhance your wellbeing and relaxation. If you are lucky enough to be on Salt Spring Island come visit the farm shop Open Wed - Sun, May 1 Sept 30.
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Understand the foundations of the ocean food web. Our Oceaneers will introduce you to algae, plankton and our amazing jellies. Examine these essential life forms up close or on the flat screen with the video microscope. Plankton are responsible for every second breath you take‌ think about it.
GALLERY OF THE SALISH SEA You now feel as though you are surrounded by the ocean. Colourful aquarium habitats teem with marine life from the Salish Sea. Hundreds of fish, invertebrates and marine plants recreate the ocean and give us an underwater view that most people never see. The ocean is so full of life; in fact 99% of the living space on our planet Earth is found in the ocean. Check out the wolf eels, rock fish and especially the octopus in their overhead grottos.
TOUCH POOLS Using the one-finger rule, shake hands with an urchin and be tickled by a sea star. With the breathtaking view of the Gulf Islands, the Salish Sea and our active volcano Mt. Baker as the backdrop, spend some time with our Oceaneers as they introduce you to what we call hands on/hands wet learning.
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MILNER GARDENS & WOODLAND
A seaside garden in Qualicum Beach on the east coast of Vancouver Island, BC and one of best attractions in Qualicum Beach/Parksville. Experience the magic of 28 hectares (70 acres) of unspoiled natural beauty perched on the edge of an oceanside bluff overlooking the Strait of Georgia. Stroll the winding pathways and magical surroundings of an ancient coastal Douglas fir forest. Find peace and tranquility as you meander 4 hectares (10 acres) of woodland gardens lined with rhododendron, cyclamen and trilliums. Enjoy a traditional English tea service while you contemplate the history of the house where the Queen once stayed. - Thanks to Geoff Ball
ARTISIANS IN QUALICUM BEACH EVERY FRIDAY EVENING JULY 2 - AUGUST 20 3:00PM TO 8:00PM Meet local professional artisans and be entertained by local musicians. From outstanding pottery to sparkling glass work, antler carvings to wood carvings, paintings to jewelery, there is something for every taste. Local musicians range from local celebrated blues artists to jazz, country and folk. We are the only Professional Artisan Market on Vancouver Island so come on down and visit us. We are located beside The Old School House Art Gallery just across the street from Qualicum Foods. The Old School House has extended hours too so come on down and enjoy yourself. Just look for our colorful flags! - artisansinqualicumbeach@shaw.ca 24 | islandtimesmagazine.ca
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COOMBS FAIR 2010
Sat Aug 14th - Sun Aug15th 8am-6pm on Sat and 8am-5pm on Sun Coombs Fairgrounds www.coombsfair.com
SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
Wednesday Nights 6:00 to 7:30 Aug 8 - Sept 8 Maffeo Sutton Park 50 Arena Street, Nanaimo http://cnan.ca/du6X1e
OUR NEIGHBOURHOOD FARMERS MARKET
Saturdays July 31 - Oct 16 Nanaimo North Town Centre 4750 Rutherford Rd, Nanaimo www.neighbourhoodmarket.ca
NANAIMO ART GALLERY PRESENTS ARTRAGEOUS! SATURDAYS
PARKSVILLE’S 18TH ANNUAL KIDFEST
Sun Aug 22nd, 10:00am to 3:00pm Parksville Community Park 141 East Island Highway, Parksville sarah.stolz@shaw.ca www.kidfest.ca
CANS FILM FEST
Wednesday nights Aug 6th - 27th 8:00pm Diana Krall Plaza Commercial St, Nanaimo www.dnbia.ca
ACRES OF DREAMS: SETTLING THE CANADIAN PRAIRIES
June 6th - Sept 6th Nanaimo Museum - Port of Nanaimo Centre 100 Museum Way, Nanaimo www.nanaimomuseum.ca
MUSIC IN THE GARDEN
Sun Aug 15th, 12:30pm to 4:00pm Milner Gardens & Woodland 2179 West Island Highway, Qualicum www.viu.ca/MilnerGardens
ALBERNI FALL FAIR 2010
Saturdays July 21 - August 21 Nanaimo Museum 100 Museum Way, Nanaimo www.nanaimoartgallery.com
Thurs Sept 9th - Sun Sept 12th Port Alberni Fairgrounds, Port Alberni www.albernifair.com/fair
‘WONDERS’ MAGIC SHOW WITH GRAND ILLUSIONIST RYAN ROYCE
SUMMER ARTS FAIRE PERFORMANCES, FOLK ARTS DEMONSTRATIONS, ARTISAN VENDORS
Mon August 9th, 7:30pm Port Theatre 125 Front Street, Nanaimo www.porttheatre.com
Wednesdays June 23 - Aug 11th, 9:30am to 9:00pm Woodgrove Centre 6631 Island Highway North, Nanaimo
40TH ANNUAL LIGHTHOUSE COUNTRY FALL FAIR
Sat Sept 4th, 10:00am to 4:00pm Lighthouse Community Centre Lions Way, Bowser/Deep Bay sheena@blaze.ca www.communityclub.ca
NOON CANNON FIRING
Everyday at noon, June 23 - Labour Day Pioneer Waterfront Plaza Front St., Nanaimo www.nanaimomuseum.ca
ERRINGTON FARMERS MARKET
July 31 - Sept 25, 10am - 1:00pm Errington Community Park 1390 Errington Rd, Errington www.erringtonhall.bc.ca/market.htm
BOWEN ROAD FARMERS MARKET
Wed, July 28 - Oct 13, 4pm - 6:30pm Beban Fairgrounds 2300 Bowen Road, Nanaimo
NANAIMO DOWNTOWN FARMERS MARKET
Fri 10:00am to 2:00pm July 30 - Oct 8 Pioneer Waterfront Plaza Front St., Nanaimo
PORT ALBERNI FARMERS MARKET
Saturdays July 30 - October 30 Alberni Harbour Quay
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VANCOUVER ISLAND EXHIBITION 2010: COUNTRY ROOTS AND COWBOY BOOTS! FRIDAY AUG 20TH - SUN AUG 22ND The Fair originally started over 100 years ago and continues now as an annual event to advance the education of agriculture and showcase local farmers and 4-H clubs, bringing agricultural awareness to our community. As farming changes and land becomes more urban, we need to keep our farms alive, to provide top quality products and to encourage the education of the past, present and future of all areas of agriculture. We take a step back to celebrate the simple, but important things in life. We wish all exhibitors the best luck with your entries and extend an invitation to everyone to come to our Fair, view the many animals, exhibits and shows, to relax and just have fun!
GABRIOLA SUMMER ART TOUR Summer Art Tours on Fridays, from 1 to 4 pm, in July and August Thanksgiving Tour October 9-11 from 10am to 4pm Wine tasting at Village Liquor Store on October 9 from 4:30 to 6 pm This free self-guided tour of select studios through July & August will give you a taste of what is to come Thanksgiving weekend, when artists welcome visitors for the 14th annual Gabriola Studio Tour! Featuring more than 50 artists in 41 studios, this tour clearly demonstrates why Gabriola deserves its unique reputation as the “Isle of the Arts.” Our full-colour brochure with map is available online or in print and provides details about all of the studios open during both the summer and the Thanksgiving tours. For information visit www.gabriolaartscouncil.org islandtimesmagazine.ca | 25
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COMOX VALLEY EXHIBITION
Fri Aug 27th - Sun Aug 29th Fri - 12:00 noon to 10 pm Sat - 9 am to 10 pm, Sun - 9 am to 4 pm Comox Valley Exhibition Grounds Headquarters Rd., Courtenay www.cvexhibition.com
COMOX VALLEY MARKET SQUARE
July 31 - Aug 28 10:00am to 3:30pm Simms Park, Courtenay www.cvmarketsquare.ca
PIER STREET FARMERS MARKET IN CAMPBELL RIVER
Aug 1 - Sept 26th 9:00am to 2:00pm www.pierstreet.com
THE NORTH ISLAND CRUISERS CAR CLUB 18TH ANNUAL CAR SHOW
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Sun Sept 5th, 9:00am to 3:00pm Downtown Campbell River The North Island Cruisers Car Club 250-286-1321
MOMAR 2010: MIND OVER MOUNTAIN ADVENTURE RACE
Sat Sept 25th, 2010 Cumberland www.mindovermountain.com/momar/
MAKING TRACKS - DOWNHILL MOUNTAIN BIKING CLINIC & RIDE
Sun Aug 29th, 11:00am to 4:00pm Mount Washington www.elementstravel.com
43RD ANNUAL CAMPBELL RIVER SALMON FESTIVAL SOCIETY FEATURING NORTH ISLAND LOGGER SPORTS & SUMMER SALMON SIZZLER COOKING COMPS Fri Aug 6th - Sun, Aug 8th Fri 5pm - 11pm, Sat 10am - 11pm Sun 10am - 5pm Nunn’s Creek Park, Campbell River www.crsalmonfestival.com
COMOX VALLEY FARMERS MARKET
MOUNT WASHINGTON JUMP JAMS
Aug 29, 1:00pm Mount Washington Bike Park http://www.mountwashington.ca/
LUCKY THURSDAY DH RACE SERIES
Thurs Aug 5 - Aug 26 Registration at 5:00pm Mount Washington www.mountwashington.ca
PILLAGE AT THE VILLAGE
9:00am to 12:00am Saturdays July 31 - Sept 28 www.comoxvalleyfarmersmarket.com
Fri Aug 13th - Sat Aug14th Tahsis Old Mill Site, Tahsis www.pillageatthevillage.com
SUMMER CONCERT SERIES AT SIMMS PARK
7TH ANNUAL DANCE DE ROCK
Sundays 7:00pm - 9:00pm June 27 - September 5 www.courtenay.ca
THE BIG TIME OUT 2010
Sat Aug 14th - Sun Aug 15th Cumberland http://thebigtimeout.com
DISCOVERY PASSAGE BOAT RODEO
Sun Aug 22nd, 11:00am to 4:00pm Robert Ostler Park Downtown Campbell River www.maritimeheritagecentre.ca
CHILDREN’S HANDS-ON SCIENCE & NATURE PROGRAMS
Mon Aug 23rd, 2010 - Fri Aug 27th, 2010, 10:00am to 1:00pm Courtenay Museum www.courtenaymuseum.ca
Fri Sept 10th - Sun, Sept12th 6:30pm to 1:00am Florence Filberg Centre 411 Anderton, Courtenay www.members.shaw.ca/dancederock/
NINTH ANNUAL HAIG-BROWN FESTIVAL
Sun Sept 26th, 2010 Haig Brown Property 2250 Campbell River Road Campbell River www.crmuseum.ca
8TH GREAT WORLDWIDE PLEIN AIR PAINT OUT ON QUADRA ISLAND
Sat Sept 6 - Sun Sept 7 Sat 9-4, Sun 9-3: Watch the artists work Sun 3-5: Reception and meet the artists Firesign Art & Design Studio 730 Smiths Road, Quathiaski Cove www.firesignartanddesign.com/ipap paint out.htm
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MOUNT WASHINGTON ALPINE FOOD FESTIVAL FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 3RD - SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 5TH Events to satisfy every food lover’s cravings! Start with the Wine and Cheese reception on Friday night with cookbook signings, wine and appies. Saturday features a myriad of cooking classes sure to please. Saturday night the gala dinner and wine pairing is the star of the weekend. Sunday the Alpine Marketplace is a great place to get the supplies needed to try out the recipes learned in the cooking classes and graze on samples from the valley’s top producers.
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A FOSSIL COLLECTING TRIP TO THE TRENT RIVER FRIDAY, AUGUST 13TH, 10:00AM TO 1:00PM Join the Courtenay Museum for a fossil collecting trip to the Trent River! Friendly, informative guides will accompany the group to the digsite and explain safety precautions and dig techniques. Children will have the opportunity to investigate an almost completely dry riverbed, which was once a sea floor! Participants will be provided with excavation tools and will search the river banks for ancient sea creatures. Children will be allowed to keep all of their discoveries, unless deemed scientifically significant by the instructor. If a significant discovery is made, the finder will be asked to donate the specimen to the Courtenay Museum’s collection and their name will be entered into the history books! 26 | islandtimesmagazine.ca
SURFING IN TOFINO There’s no wonder Tofino is Canada’s surf capital. Home to the aptly named Long Beach and a host of others, the waves keep rolling in along miles of sandy beaches – 35km of surfable beach break to be exact leaving plenty of room for all boarders, from absolute surf beginners to seasoned waveriders. The water is a cool, yet fairly constant 10°C/50°F, making surfing a year-round activity in Tofino, with some of the best rides being caught during the winter when the surf is definitely up! Get started with Tofino surf schools, offering lessons and surf camps, where certified instructors share their knowledge of proper surfing technique, ocean safety, and surf etiquette. Visit our surf shops for surf gear rentals – they’re also the best place for advice on current conditions and where to ride the next epic wave.
SEA-FARIS IN UCLUELET – WEST COAST WHALES The Barkley Sound and the Broken Group is home to resident grey whales and humpbacks each summer. While whale watching, we travel out into the great ocean in our zodiak or yacht to visit and view these gentle giants. We know their feeding habits, migrating patterns and favourite ocean hangouts, which means each trip is likely to spot whales! The boat ride itself is an exciting experience where you get to discover First Nations’ history, see ancient village sites, learn about first settler and marine history, view close-ups of intertidal life, visit sea lion & seal colonies, and hear great local stories. And then....Wow! The moment you see a whale, whether it is quietly swimming past or throwing its huge body into the air, is a moment never forgotten. - Thanks to Jenn Machin, www.westcoastwhales.com islandtimesmagazine.ca | 27
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ISLAND Adventures ORCAFEST 2010 SATURDAY AUGUST 21 Parade judging begins: 9:30 – 10:15 a.m. (line up by 9:30 a.m.) Parade Starts: 10:30 a.m. from Sunset School. The biggest annual festival in Port McNeill starts off with the Orcafest Parade followed by a full day celebration at the waterfront and features fun for all ages. Be sure to drop by the 2010 Forest Capital Celebration Booth to find out more about the region’s forests. Keep a close eye out, and you may even spot Smokey the Bear. Port McNeill Seawall. For more information visit www.portmcneill.net
FOREST CAPITAL OF BC 2010 LOGGER SPORTS SATURDAY AUGUST 21 Logger Sports competition returns to Vancouver Island North in a big way! Port McNeill will host competitors in a full slate of events including Axe Throw, Choker Race, Springboard and Hot Saw to name a few. There will be Mens and Ladies categories as well as a Mixed Jack & Jill event. Racing against the clock and each other, you won’t want to miss the competitive logger sports action!
1733 Admiral Tryon Blvd
$999,900
Amazing Walk-On Waterfront. This fabulous home on Admirals Point enjoys a stunning vista of the Georgia Straight , Mainland Mountains and an abundance of wildlife. Watch beautiful sunsets from all main rooms and the private and gorgeous yard and patio.
1409 Stonelake Road
$539,800
392 Bay Ave
$989,800
746 Gaetjen Street
$989,800
Timeless Waterfront property on Parksville Bay. Usually properties in this premium location are passed from generation to generation. With 2 self-contained residences this 2 level home would make the ideal beach front retreat
Panoramic views from this waterfront home on prestigious Gaetjen Street. From the moment you set foot on this property you will be impressed by the amazing landscape with peaceful pond and secret gardens. A charming wood bridge carries you over the pond to the front door.
745 Gaetjen Street
152 E. Crescent Road
$498,800
$484,800
Retreat and uncompromised is this brand new 1700 square foot 3 bedroom 3 bathroom home built by local builder Viking Construction. Step onto this sunny private half acre lot and you will see the quality in which this home is built.
A prestigious setting with nothing but views. Located on one of Parksville's most sought after streets, this 2000 sqft home is situation on a park-like 0.42 of an acre. This immaculate and extremely well maintained home is surrounded by nature.
Retreat and inspiring is this one of a kind Qualicum Beach home. Located on the 4th hole of the historical Qualicum Beach Memorial Golf Course, this 1300 square foot, 3 bedroom home boasts a one of a kind bunk house perfect for guests to stay, or even better for your Bed and Breakfast.
Lot 147, 3188 Bay Road
1158 Meadowood Way
819 Mallory Ave
$389,800
Majestic Horne Lake Waterfront. This fantastic bedroom 1 bathroom lake home will sleeps 8 to 10 people. Many upgrades including solar power, propane fridge/stove storage sheds. This is Vancouver Island Lake front at its best.
$339,800
Beautiful rancher in North Qualicum. This 2.45 acre property offers a very sunny private setting and well maintained yard. Enjoy your surroundings from the newly constructed wrap around cedar deck. Enjoy a separate two story barn style shop that has 220 volt service with large windows and doors,.
$319,800
An Ocean Side Gem. This 1900 sqft, well laid out rancher boasts 3 good sized bedrooms & 2 full baths. Situated on 0.21 of an acre, this nicely updated rancher has tons of room for all your toys. A large 2 car garage has been converted to allow for more space but is easily able to be reconverted back.
2415 Widgeon Rd
· MLS #291447 · 3bed/3bath Rancher with 247’ of Oceanfront · Over 5 very private acres · Additional accommodation over the garage · 10 min. drive to all QB amenities
QUALICUM BEACH
$1,250,000
3110 Swallow Crescent · · · · ·
1217 Centre Rd
MLS #290330 2800 sq.ft. W. Coast Contemporary on � acre Views of Georgia Strait & Pacific Coastal Mountains Lower level unfinished 570+ sq.ft. potential suite Close to Schooner Cove Marina & Fairwinds Golf Club
PARKSVILLE
$550,000
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MLS #292111 � acre ocean view home 10 min to QB open plan vaulted ceilings, large windows maple cabinets, oak floors, gas fireplace lower floor: rec room and extra bedrooms
QUALICUM BEACH
$469,900
You’ll Be Impressed
Maximum comfort & value Minutes away from Rathtrevor Provincial Park
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