As apex predators of the Salish Sea, killer whales rarely have to worry about anything coming between them and their …
B.C. whale-watchers in awe as humpback ‘protects’ seal from orcasRead More
Sooke
Beach art competition to take over Sooke’s Whiffin Spit Sept. 21
Whiffin Spit is set to get some artistic upgrades as Sookies descend on its beaches to celebrate Canadian …
Beach art competition to take over Sooke’s Whiffin Spit Sept. 21Read More
New Port Renfrew sauna offers a way to escape and relax on southern Vancouver Island
There’s a new way to relax in Port Renfrew. Drift Nordic Sauna opened July 23, promising locals and visitors …
New Port Renfrew sauna offers a way to escape and relax on southern Vancouver IslandRead More
This Sooke, B.C. destination was made for fun in summer sun
Since the late 1800s, the uniquely carved series of polished rock pools and tunnels in the bedrock of the Sooke River …
This Sooke, B.C. destination was made for fun in summer sunRead More
New Sooke visitor experience coming to one of Canada’s oldest farms
Western Canada’s oldest farm still has a lot planned for its future. Woodside Farm has operated in Sooke since …
New Sooke visitor experience coming to one of Canada’s oldest farmsRead More
Reservations open at expanded China Beach campground near Sooke
With the summer months in sight, the time to book a campsite is nearly here. Reservations open May 1 for the newly …
Reservations open at expanded China Beach campground near SookeRead More
New camping spots added to China Beach near Sooke
Camping enthusiasts will be delighted to hear that more camping spots are coming to Vancouver Island and beyond. As …
‘Otterly’ magical: Sea otter hitches ride on Sooke paddleboard
Despite being known to live their entire lives out in the ocean, one sea otter decided it needed a break from keeping …
‘Otterly’ magical: Sea otter hitches ride on Sooke paddleboardRead More
Vancouver Island’s iconic Sooke Harbour House is renewed and reborn
After delays in renovations resulting from circumstances no one could have predicted, Sooke Harbour House is ready to …
Vancouver Island’s iconic Sooke Harbour House is renewed and rebornRead More
Experiencing the wild West Coast: A 2-day tour by foot, car and paddle
Sometimes the best destinations are defined by what you don’t find. I was reminded of this during a recent visit …
Experiencing the wild West Coast: A 2-day tour by foot, car and paddleRead More
VIDEO: Vancouver Island photographer captures bears hunting spawning salmon
Humans and bears flock to Southern Vancouver Island rivers at this time of year to watch salmon spawn, and amateur …
VIDEO: Vancouver Island photographer captures bears hunting spawning salmonRead More
What makes the Sooke region ‘Wild by Nature’?
The Sooke region is described as “Wild By Nature” for good reason. Stretching along southern Vancouver …