Tag Archives: British Columbia

Canada: The Train Journey through the Rockies

Over a century ago the trans-continental railway was built across 3,000 miles of rugged terrain opening up Canada to settlement and tourism. Today it … Continue reading

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British Columbia: Reading Totem Poles at Capilano

A look back at the origins of the Capilano Suspension Bridge and a meeting with a master carver who was hired to restore the … Continue reading

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British Columbia: Haida Gwaii

Decaying Totem Poles at Skidans are visual reminders of the original natives who inhabited the villages in Haida Gwaii (Queen Charlotte Islands) off Canada’s … Continue reading

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British Columbia: Stanley Park, Vancouver

Stanley Park with its coniferous rainforest, marine and urban wildlife, over 250 species of birds, walking trails, petting zoo, miniature train and a sea … Continue reading

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Canada: Vancouver Island – Pacific Rim

Long Beach offers one of the most incredible stretches of coastal wilderness. Along with rainforest trails and shore-pine bogs, we explore the Broken Group … Continue reading

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