An exciting seasonal hub for outdoor adventure in the heart of Prince Rupert is now open for North Coast guests.
Earlier this summer, Tourism Prince Rupert opened a newly transformed space in Atlin Terminal at Cow Bay called The Outpost, an initiative that makes it easier for residents and visitors to get outside and explore everything the region has to offer. The hub is open Fridays to Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The space offers a wide variety of activities from local businesses for everyone to enjoy, such as bike, e-bike and e-scooter rentals from G-Bikes, and fishing rods, crab traps and hiking packs through Tourism Prince Rupert’s partnership with SeaSport.
Visitors can also book Zodiac Tours with Ribtide to see whales, seals and eagles, rent kayaks and paddleboards from Skeena Kayaking, and join fly fishing and foraging excursions with experienced local guides.
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The Outpost also has a retail space with a vintage penny souvenir machine that has quickly become a crowd favourite, according to Tourism Prince Rupert executive director Jaimie Angus.
“Whether you’re casting a line, paddling the harbour or just popping by for a keepsake from our locally inspired retail section, The Outpost is designed to help both locals and visitors connect more deeply with this place,” she says.
Angus adds that at its core, the project is about lowering barriers for small business owners and giving them a high-traffic platform to connect with new audiences while collaborating under the same roof.
“The space is always evolving, with new partners and offerings joining as the season unfolds, so come on down and check it out,” she says.
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