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Owl spotting hits a high in Greater Victoria with amazing images

Barred owls are out and about in abundance this fall and, with cameras in nearly every…

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Scientists rejoice as new Biggs killer whale calf seen in Salish Sea

A new Biggs killer whale calf was spotted near the T0468B pod on Dec. 5, according…

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Port Alberni locals share tips to well-being, seasonal comfort in Alberni Valley

By Jim Barr For Anita Sutherland, wandering the forested trail system at the base of the…

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Langley lights spectacular sets the Christmas season a-Glow

Walking through the brightly lit entrance, past an elf, a pair of elephants, and a herd…

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Festival of Trees returning to West Kelowna winery for a good cause

The Festival of Trees is returning to Mission Hill Estate Winery in West Kelowna for 2023…

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B.C. set to plug in newest roller coaster: Playland’s $16M ThunderVolt

Themes of “wild energy” and “electrifying speed” emerged in a contest to name a new roller…

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Impressive West Coast

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Port Alberni locals share tips to well-being, seasonal comfort in Alberni Valley

Winter activities in B.C.’s Boundary Country

Food from the forest inspires Alberni Valley Love

Food from the forest inspires Alberni Valley Love

Why every season is right for exploring B.C.’s Oliver Osoyoos Wine Country

Cruise into adventure – Shuswap-style!

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Road-tripping on the West Coast this fall? 10 must-see stops from Seattle to San Francisco

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I wanted to hike California’s Lost Coast Trail with my 2 kids. How hard could it be?

Paradise at Mount Rainier announces winter access schedule

Bashaw Fire Hall Museum offers a rich exploration of the community’s past

10 US destinations for a car buff bucket list

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Dancing definitely makes your pinball better. WCT

Dancing definitely makes your pinball better. WCT story coming soon!.#pinball #thewestcoasttraveller

A sunny Sunday in Fremont, Seattle, with vintage s

A sunny Sunday in Fremont, Seattle, with vintage shopping, outdoor markets, music, pinball, and a visit to the Fremont Troll..A great neighborhood for a walking — you never know what you’ll find!.#fremontseattle #fremonttroll #fremontsundaymarket #addaballarcade #cityexplorer #publicart #iloveseattle #hiddengems #ilovewashington #thewestcoasttraveller

South Island Powwow hosted by the Songhees Nation

South Island Powwow hosted by the Songhees Nation at Royal Athletic Park in Victoria, BC.“September 30th marks National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The annual South Island Powwow is an opportunity to recognize Survivors and their families in the spirit of reconciliation. Through song and dance, we will celebrate traditional Indigenous cultures and resiliency.”.#orangeshirtday #southislandpowwow #songheesnation #lekwungenterritory #nationaldayfortruthandreconciliation #rounddance #jingledress

Go back in time at one of California’s last grea

Go back in time at one of California’s last great beach towns By Christopher Reynolds, Los Angeles TimesWe’re going to talk about Carpinteria’s beach, its tar, its weed, its avocados, its tallest pine tree and the herd of alpacas in its hills. But first I should admit that I’m biased.This little beach town between Ventura and Santa Barbara is where my wife and I spent our first two years of married life, strolling the coastal bluffs, biking the back roads, eating enchiladas on Linden Avenue and reading the local weekly’s misdemeanor-filled police blotter.Now we live in Los Angeles, where the police blotter is a different kettle of fish. So every time we find ourselves on the way back from a trip north, we do our best to wedge in a day, or half a day, or even an hour, to reconnect with the town locals know as Carp.One thing we love about Carp is that downtown still feels like a place for flip-flops and beach cruisers, which seems ridiculous, given the median home price of $1.3 million and the row of beachfront mansions out on gated Padaro Lane whose owners have included George Lucas, Kevin Costner, Ellen DeGeneres, Portia De Rossi, Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis..Read the full story at westcoasttraveller.com!.#carpinteria #californiabeaches #californiabeachtowns #carp #ilovecalifornia #thewestcoasttraveller #lindenave #carpinteriabeach #californiaavocadofestival #amtraksurfliner #carpinteriasaltmarsh #surfingdolphins #dolphinwatching

POV: You’re at the @vanartgallery Fashion Fictio

POV: You’re at the @vanartgallery Fashion Fictions exhibit (on until Oct. 9).Sculptural puffer coats, dresses decorated in diaper pins and futuristic Algonquin regalia made from recycled building materials are just some of the incredible creations you’ll find at this exhibition. .#iloveit #museumlover #fashionmuseum #thingstodovancouver #couture #stevecarrell #artmuseum #contemporaryart #avantegardefashion #weaving #indigenousfuturism #puffercoat

A red fox in Red Deer, Alberta. . Photo credit: Ke

A red fox in Red Deer, Alberta..Photo credit: Kevin Bredo, Amateur photographer of the year entry.. #reddeer #reddeerlife #reddeerphotographer #redfox #redfoxes #wildlifephotography #wildlife #wildlifelovers #ilovealberta #thewestcoasttraveller

Three Mile Beach on Okanagan Lake, Penticton, B.C.

Three Mile Beach on Okanagan Lake, Penticton, B.C..Photo credit: Sue Agostinho, Amateur photographer of the year entry.. #sunset #sunsetbeach #pentictonbc #threemilebeach #okanaganlake #okanaganlife #okanaganvalley #okanaganliving #ilovebc #thewestcoasttraveller

By foot and paddle, 21 days on Yukon’s Gyuu Dazh

By foot and paddle, 21 days on Yukon’s Gyuu Dazhoo Njik – The Snake River.By Peter MatherThe rivers of the Peel watershed are some of the most beautiful places on our planet.We are so lucky that they are in our backyard. This summer, my family and friends, did a 21-day canoe of the Snake River, which included a nine-day hike to attempt to circumnavigate the Mount MacDonald massive..Read the full story — and more photos from Peter Mather — at westcoasttraveller.com..#yukonexpedition #peelwatershed #thesnakeriver #snakeriver #gyuudazhoonjik #mountmacdonald #paddleyukon #canoetrip #canyons #adventurehike #yukonhiking #travelphotography #adventurephotography

Happy Earth Wind and Fire Day to all those who cel

Happy Earth Wind and Fire Day to all those who celebrate. .#doyourememberthe21stnightofseptember #21stnightofseptember #fallcolours #earthwindandfire #september #autumnleaves #thewestcoasttraveller

Your opinion of Larrabee State Park depends entire

Your opinion of Larrabee State Park depends entirely on one thing: do you like trains?That lonesome whistle will sound at many hours of the day and night, so if the sound of that whistle doesn’t make you smile, you might not have sweet dreams. But for train enthusiasts, this Washington Park is a great place for a hike, camp, fish, climb… or day of train watching. .Photo Credit: #WCTExplorer Amy Attas.#larrabeestatepark #amtrak #trainstagram #pnwlife #trainlife🚊 #trainspotting #ilovewashingtonstate #washingtonstateparks #thewestcoasttraveller #travelreels #washingtoncamping #campgroundviews

A cinnamon black bear in Whistler. Photo credit:

A cinnamon black bear in Whistler.Photo credit: Sebastien Nadeau, Amateur Photographer of the Year entry.#blackbear #whistlerbc #bcwildlife #wildlifephotography #babyanimals #bearcub #ilovebc #thewestcoasttraveller

Passengers aren’t the only ones feeling cramped

Passengers aren’t the only ones feeling cramped these days.Though Canadian flights have long been dominated by Air Canada and WestJet, the emergence of newer carriers including Flair Airlines and Lynx Air has shaken up the sector, injecting fresh competition to a once-complacent market.Most airlines are setting plans in motion to ramp up growth over the next year, adding more planes to an already crowded field — and cheaper fares on the busiest routes..Read the full story at westcoasttraveller.com!.#thewestcoasttraveller #travelnews #flightdeals #canadiantravel #airtravel #westjet #aircanada #porterairlines #flairairlines #lynxair

A very wet eagle scans the water for fish near Qua

A very wet eagle scans the water for fish near Qualicum Beach, BC..Photo by Joanne Cambly Photography, amateur photographer of the year entry..#baldeagle #eaglesofinstagram #wildlifephotography #birdsofinstagram #ilovebc #thewestcoasttraveller #vancouverisland #vancouverislandtravel #feathers

CN Train #3167 Headed East near Brule, Alberta on

CN Train #3167 Headed East near Brule, Alberta on the Athabasca River.Photo by Winston Plante, Amateur photographer of the year entry.#mountaintrain #trains #autumninthemountains #ilovealberta #albertarockies #brulealberta #athabascariver #thewestcoasttraveller #trainphotography #fallcolours

Sometimes the best destinations are defined by wha

Sometimes the best destinations are defined by what you don’t find. I was reminded of this during a recent visit to Sooke, on the southwest coast of Vancouver Island, B.C. What we didn’t find during our recent mid-week getaway to Sooke Point Ocean Cottage Resort were crowds or the chain businesses so common everywhere else. We also were pleased to skip the hours-long drive needed to visit some other popular destinations with the same features.Follow along as #WCTExplorer Jen Blyth goes hiking and paddle boarding, tastes craft beer and spirits, and soaks up the view from a beautiful basecamp in Sooke, BC. Read the full story at westocasttraveller.con!#thewestcoasttraveller #ilovebc #exploresooke #vancouverisland #vancouverislandhiking #wildwestcoast

Fav part of travelling No. 67: Wandering by bike o

Fav part of travelling No. 67: Wandering by bike or on foot and stumbling on a street festival. .@trackside_paint_jam in Esquimalt, BC.#streetfestival #travelsurprises #graffiti #streetart #muralart #esquimaltbc #alleyart #biketouring #thewestcoasttraveller #ilovebc

#hikingwithkids isn’t always easy in the moment,

#hikingwithkids isn’t always easy in the moment, but sometimes they’ll surprise you by bringing up fond memories later… hopefully… sometimes 🫣.#myracanyon #familyhike #kelownafamily #kelownahikes #okanaganhikes #familyreels #hikingreels #hikingmemes #trestlebridge #kettlevalleyrailway

Remarkably, you can go both west and east from Sea

Remarkably, you can go both west and east from Seattle in pursuit of the perfect wave.Westport, Washington’s original surf town on the Pacific Ocean, has the best infrastructure — from a reliable surf break to surf shops, surf schools and a surf-themed hotel — for first timers to learn the sport and absorb Pacific Northwest surf culture.But there’s also a way to hang loose if you go in the opposite direction. While heading east over the Cascades puts the ocean in your rearview mirror, Chelan is now home to a top-notch artificial wave where you can try river surfing — the wave comes at you from the front, rather than pushing from behind, like in the ocean.Read the full story at westcoasttraveller.com!#thewestcoasttraveller #ilovewashington #surfspot #westportwa #chelanwashington #surfchelan #explorewashingtonstate #surftips #traveltips

It's time for the most controversial calendar chan

It's time for the most controversial calendar change of the year... happy September! Are you a fan of pumpkin spice and autumn leaves and sweater weather, or are you still holding on to summer?.Vote in the comments:🎃Team autumn!🏝️Team summer!.Photo credit: Benedick D. Bono, Amateur photographer of the year entry..#autumnleaves #september1 #revelstoke #fallcolours #thewestcoasttraveller #ilovebc

Photo tip: If you see a whale breach and fail to g

Photo tip: If you see a whale breach and fail to get a photo, keep your camera ready -- often whales breach twice in a row, so you might get a great pic the second time!Two whales breaching at once is extremely rare, so you may have to ask photographer Michele Obara how to get that kind of luck.Photo credit: Michele Obara, Amateur photographer of the year entry.#humpbackwhale #humpbackbreach #doublebreach #whalewatching #whalewatchingcampbellriver #campbellriver #ilovebc #thewestcoasttraveller #westcoastwild #vancouverislandguide

What’s your fav? 1: By Szilvia Paradi @ Berg La

What’s your fav?1: By Szilvia Paradi @ Berg Lake Trail, BC2. By Nicolle Fry @ Port Moody, BC3. By Jordan Pink @ Tofino, BC4. By Collette Grimm @ Chilliwack, BC5. By Amy Attas @ Vancouver, BC6. By Maria Mackenzie @ Little Qualicum Falls, BCVote in the comments ⬇️#photoreels #trendingreels #trendingtemplate #ilovebc #thewestcoasttraveller #explorebc #littlequalicumfalls #berglaketrail #chilliwackphotographer #rockypointpark

Which beach do you flock to when the sun comes out

Which beach do you flock to when the sun comes out? The Seattle Times asked readers to vote for their favorite and make its case. Some cited recreational activities, gauged the overall vibe or shared cherished memories from their go-to spot. From a list of 13 beaches in the city of Seattle, here are readers’ top seven spots and what they love about them..Read the full story at westcoasttraveller.com!.#seattlebeaches #pnwbeaches #seattlesbest #alkibeach #discoveryparkseattle #ilovewashingtonstate #thewestocasttraveller #travelnews #localtravel #localtourist #staycation

With a large zoom, that sailboat looks like it mig

With a large zoom, that sailboat looks like it might be sailing on land, and Mount Baker looks like it lives on Vancouver Island!Photo credit: Kate-Lynn Bloom taken at Piper's Lagoon Park in Nanaimo, BC.#piperslagoon #mountbaker #themountainisout #nanaimobc #ilovebc #thewestcoasttraveller #sailboats #vancouverisland

While most sleep, one always has to keep watch...

While most sleep, one always has to keep watch...A parliament of owls near Sylvan Lake, Alberta.Reminds us of a scene from The Hobbit or Harry Potter, with Thorin Oakenshield or Ron Weasley taking first watch.Photo credit: Lori Kupsch, Amateur photographer of the year entry. (Lori won the Grand Prize in our 2019 contest with her dramatic photo of a train at Morant's Curve near Banff! (pic 2)).#sylvanlake #wildlifephotography #parliamentofowls #keepingwatch #harrypotter #thehobbit #morantscurve #rockymountains #birdidentification

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