Accommodation and Experience Providers

Formally, Nicholas Sonntag Marine Education Centre, TidePools is a unique collect-and-release aquarium located inside Gibsons Public Market in the seaside town of Gibsons, BC. TidePools houses 30 exhibits displaying natural habitats and local marine fish and invertebrates from the waters of the Howe Sound. This includes interactive touch tanks and scavenger hunts! The animals are collected by our team of professional SCUBA divers. The animals are then housed in the Centre for 6-18 months, depending on the species, and released back to the ocean with help from the entire community. Displays are always changing, allowing the diversity of the marine life we have in the Howe Sound to shine. We host formal education programs with schools, run summer camps and bring in experts to deliver engaging presentations on ocean topics. Come visit us soon!

IMPORTANT: We practice catch & release for ALL trips. Under NO exceptions do we keep fish to bring home to eat. Minimum age requirement of 12. All guests MUST weigh between 80-250 lbs (36-113 kgs) due to limited equipment at this time. After picking you up from your accommodation in Whistler we will get you looking like a local BC angler by putting you in a pair of waders and boots. This allows you to get into the water and stay completely dry! Depending on the time of year, you may catch Rainbow Trout, Bull Trout or Cutthroat Trout and your experienced fishing guide will select a water body that will give you the best chance of catching one of these species. Because of this, you may be fishing in a small stream, river or lake. Our thought process is simple. Drive less and fish more to maximize your time out on the water fishing. There are plenty of lunkers a short drive from the Whistler village.

Capture the beauty of Vancouver Island and its wildlife with professional nature photographer Catherine Babault. Explore the coast, temperate rainforest, and alpine meadows in the greater Comox Valley area and up to north Vancouver Island. Reconnect with nature, hone your photography skills in the field and return home with compelling images. Photo tours and workshops are designed for photographers of all level. They are offered all year round, in English and French. Sign up for a group photo tour or workshop, or request a private one. We invite you to visit catherinebabault.com to learn more about tours and workshops, follow Catherine on Mastodon social network https://mastodon.social/@CatherineBabault and subscribe to her YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@catherinebabault Catherine Babault Photography is committed to limit our impact on the unique ecosystems of Vancouver Island. We keep a respectful distance from wildlife, we avoid as much as possible to disturb the animals’ routine and we stay on designated trails.

Start your visit to the Harrison River Valley at the Harrison Visitor Information Centre & Sasquatch Museum! Our friendly staff is here to help you with maps, brochures, and local tips to make the most of your time in the area. While youre here, take a walk through the Sasquatch Museum and discover the stories behind this legendary creature. The exhibits offer a fascinating look at the history, sightings, and cultural significance of the Sasquatch. Whether youre planning an outdoor adventure or just passing through, the Harrison Visitor Information Centre & Sasquatch Museum is a great place to get your bearings and learn a bit of local lore.

Facilities: 16 campsites, pit toilets, water hand pump. Location: 5 km west of Rock Creek on Highway 3. Johnstone Creek is a quiet, forested campground just off Highway 3. Whether you are looking for relaxation in a beautiful nature setting or are seeking a well situated roadside stopover 35 minutes west of Osoyoos, this campground is less than 10 minutes from Rock Creek and Kettle River Recreation Area. Campsites are often available for last-minute campers in peak months. Fees are cash only and are self-registration. The park has 38 hectares of mature Douglas fir, larch and spruce trees that provide habitat for woodpeckers and other cavity nesting bird species. White-tailed deer are often seen in the park. Wildlife viewing opportunities can be observed from the short nature loop hike and lookout trail. Open from the May Long Weekend through the second weekend in September.

Courtyard Gallery is a collective of over 20 local artists who have come together to exhibit and sell their paintings, pottery, stained glass, sculptures and many more works of art.

Tyax Lodge & Heliskiing is a British Columbia original, sitting on Tyaughton Lake and surrounded by the Southern Chilcotin Mountains. The lodge offers a fusion of luxury and comfort while retaining a rustic and welcoming atmosphere. The area is renowned for outdoor adventure, with an endless trail system providing some of the best alpine biking routes, hiking trails and nature walks that BC has to offer. Kayaking, canoeing, and stand-up paddleboarding are complimentary to our guests. The resort boasts a beautiful lake view dining room & patio with stunning views, high arched ceilings and a breathtaking stone fireplace. The kitchen features a seasonal a la carte menu from a passionate team of chefs. The Spa includes 3 treatment rooms, an infrared and dry sauna, eucalyptus steam room, outdoor Hot Tub, yoga studio, and therapists who can assist you after sport or during your absorption of tranquillity. Additionally, guests can choose to stay at one of the three luxury wilderness chalets at the resort. Offering private accommodations for up to 18 guests (depending on the chalet), they are perfect for a family reunion or getaway. In the summer, if camping is more your approach, guests can choose from five RV lakefront sites and one non-lakefront site. We also have five tent friendly campsites available with water, washrooms, and showers. One tent per site, four people per site maximum.

A gem of Vancouver Island Heritage; Filberg Park is nine acres of breathtakingly landscaped waterfront green space, gardens and heritage buildings, in Comox, British Columbia. The park features 130 varieties of trees, seasonal gardens, and hundreds of rhododendrons.At the heart of the site is the 1930s heritage lodge, the former home of local pioneers Robert and Florence Filberg. Filberg Heritage Lodge and Park have become a popular venue for picnics, weddings, art shows and special events including the popular Filberg Festival held each year on BC Day long weekend in August. Amenities include the Filberg Gift Shop* and Filberg Tea House. Both are open seasonally May to September.Entry to the Lodge is by donation and the park is free of charge except during special events. *Lodge and Gift Shop are open subject to volunteer availability.

Stop by and check out the Hazelton Visitor Centre. Chat with our staff to learn more about the Hazeltons or the surrounding area. We provide various maps and brochures as well to support you in your trip planning. Browse our gift shop and find locally made treasures. Don't forget to visit our upstairs museum with tons of great info about our areas history!

Dog Mermaid Eco Excursions, Kayak Rentals & Retreats specializes in Eco and indigenous education and tours, by means of kayaking, paddle boarding, hiking, kids camps, yoga, retreats, and dog sledding (in winter months). Based on Pender Island, our head office is located at Otter Bay Marina, just off the ferry. Along with having the beauty of launching from the bay, mobile services are available to suit your adventure design, and so is our new location on Salt Spring Island! Our certified, professional guides would love to take you into the wild!

Catch a glimpse of British Columbia's sexier side from the Pomeroy Hotel and Conference Centre - Fort St. John, one of the newest, most luxurious hotels in Fort St. John. Perfectly located mere moments from the downtown business, dining and entertainment districts, this ultra-modern gem embraces the concept of urban luxury in spectacular fashion. Immerse yourself in an ambiance that is equal parts modern chic and casual luxury - with the full complement of refined amenities catering to your every indulgence.

Adventure awaits at Golden Skybridge, home to Canadas highest suspension bridges. As you walk 426 feet above an expansive canyon, engulfed by the Columbia Valley, the epic views of the Rocky and Purcell mountain ranges will take your breath away. Beyond the incredible skybridges, theres plenty more to see and do. Take a thrilling ride through the forest, along the canyon edge and down the mountainside aboard the Railrider Mountain Coaster, soar through the sky on our zipline, climb towards the clouds on our rock wall or try your hand at axe throwing theres fun for everyone at Golden Skybridge.

Nestled on the Shuswap River with a spectacular view of the Shuswap Falls and breathtaking mountain vistas. Canoeing, kayaking, rafting, tubing, golfing, fishing and swimming, all just minutes away. We offer a beautiful, clean, well-managed RV Park surrounded by mountains, lakes and the tranquility of the Shuswap River. Open April 15 - October 15 (off season rates available) 132 spacious, well treed sites' 37 acres on Shuswap River 1200 feet of riverfront Fully serviced sites Laundry facilities Recreation area Beach volley ball court Badminton/basketball court Playground Outdoor swimming pool Dog friendly