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Wild about James Bay He was walking along the streets of Victoria and into beautiful James Bay. A first time visitor, he felt his weary soul invigorated by the sea wind and gulls, the lovely gardens of fresh water,  peacocks and ducks.  He was looking to relocate to James Bay, a big move for him….

Autumn we head to the woods in Goldstream Park where the Coho, Chinook and Chum salmon arrive to spawn.  Their struggle to swim upstream to the place of their birth in the shallow waters of the creek is a yearly ritual performed by the species in order to procreate, and then die. Sparrows whistle and…

Salt Spring Island, British Columbia, lies close to Victoria on Vancouver Island, its proximity making it a short and pleasant 30-minute ferry ride across the Salish Sea.We ease into “island time” enjoying the short scenic cruise aboard BC Ferries to this unique Gulf Island destination: Salt Spring Island.  This gem of an Island so close…

Beacon Hill Park is a wonderful place to take a stroll. Climb to the top of its tallest hill and gaze out to the snowcapped mountains across the sea. Walk through a multitude of ancient and giant trees where peacocks rest, and through grassland, rose gardens and ponds. Pause for a moment on a stone…

Beautiful stained-glass art graces many historical buildings throughout Victoria and Vancouver Island as you walk along Quadra street to see the first churches on the island, step inside and behold the intricate stained-glass windows from the nineteenth century. This art form can be found in Victoria’s castles, government buildings, and homes, resplendent leaded designs through…

Beacon Hill Park: Fabulous park in Victoria, British Columbia, across from the Olympic snowcapped mountains and Juan de Fuca Strait.  Huge trees and trails, nesting grounds for blue heron, ducks, peacocks and the Children’s Farm are sure to dazzle your kids on your Family Discovery Tour of Victoria visit to Vancouver Island.  Explore secret gardens,…