Fall & Winter Festivities at Superior Farms
By Tara Stadnyk As we say our bittersweet goodbyes to summer, we know there is much to look forward to this fall and winter at Superior Farms! We welcome you for our unique, festive celebrations over the coming months. October brings warm, autumnal colours to the farm...
Vancouver Island Sea Stars
By Deborah Short The coastal waters of Vancouver Island is home to a diverse group of Starfish, also known as Sea Stars. Contrary to popular belief Starfish are not fish, rather they are part of the animal kingdom and closely related to sea urchins, sand dollars and...
There is No Place Like Home
For those that live on the island, you probably have the same feeling as I do when you return home from a trip either by air or sea…. This relief, this sense of returning home to what is dear. It usually happens to me either as we approach Nanaimo by sea plane or jet...
Preserving the Little Qualicum River
Taken from a Press Release The Nature Trust of BC. is a leading non-profit organization that has protected over 180,000 acres of vital land and hundreds of at-risk and endangered species. The climate crisis and rapidly increasing biodiversity loss are two of the...
Unique Eats and Drinks
By Jamie Moore Sip and savour your way around Nanaimo, and you might be surprised by a city of this size. You’ll find quirky delights and sophisticated indulgences. Last month we discovered 5 T unique experiences which were fun places to start. Here are some more for...
ABC of Things to do on Vancouver Island this Spring
A Axe-throwing adventures at Axe & Grind B Bask and bathe on the beaches in Parksville C Captivating Comox Valley carousing D Delve into drama at Chemainus Theatre E Encounter the exciting eating experiences at Eve Olive F Find your fancy at Nanaimo’s Flying Fish...