TofinoTime Magazine September 2006

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Half the speed - Twice the pleasure!
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TofinoTime Magazine
Westcoast Maritime Festival 4
september 2006 issue fiftythree
produced on tofino time
by baku and adam
we encourage submissions and
listings from the community
event listings are free
submission deadline
is the 15th of the month
contact info:
tofino time magazine
box 362
tofino, bc
canada V0R 2Z0
phone: 250-725-4468
fax:
250-725-4469
email: [email protected]
cover photo:
www.jeremykoreski.com
Beach Art Boogie
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Tide Tables
7
Mermaid Tales
8
Concerts in September
10
Art in the Gardens
12
Tofino Profile: Baku
14
Nigel’s Seafood Cannelloni 16
In Appreciation of Rain
18
Artist Sebastién Correia
20
Artist Maggie White
21
Tofino Horoscope
22
Chanterelles: Forest Jewels 26
surfer:
peter devries
September Gardening
28
Community Calendar
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Tofino Adventure Guide
32
Travel Info
36
Community Directory
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Community Map
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and its community
photo: canadian forces
Tofino
West Coast Maritime Festival
T
his year’s Westcoast Maritime Festival kicks off on the
afternoon of Friday September 22nd with a Search and Rescue Demonstration off the Tofino
Waterfront by a Cormorant helicopter and sartec crew from
442 Squadron, Comox, followed
that evening by a “Magical History Tour” and gourmet dinner
cruise into Clayoquot Sound.
barge displays, the unveiling
of an historic anchor and commemorative plaque in Centennial
Park, an underwater archaeology
workshop and public forum
on the wreck of the schooner
Hera, a marine-themed film
night at the Community Theatre, a children’s maritime discovery tour and picnic and a
public storytelling circle,
beach bonfire and barbecue.
The weekend’s events will
include First Nations canoe and
kayak races, dockside tours of
For more info and a
the Canadian Forces’ sail training schedule of events visit the webvessel hmcs Oriole, radio-con- site of the Tonquin Foundation
trolled, scale model boat and
at ww.tonquinfoundation.org.
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photo: tracy crocker
the bear naked ladies
T
he Bear Naked Ladies and
Friends have courageously
bared all in this unique and
entertaining Calendar as a fundraiser for West Coast Bear Aware,
a non-profit organization dedicated to preventing bearhuman conflicts.
Summerfield & Crystal McMillan. Others featured include
prominent community members, all of whom have devoted
their time and effort to the
success of the BC Bear Smart
Community Program in
Ucluelet.
Service, the BC Conservation Foundation and
the Clayoquot Biosphere
Trust.
For more information
contact, Crystal McMillan
250 266-bear (2327)
Among those baring all in
The proceeds from the
the calendar are: Mayor, Dianne sales of the calendar will enable
St. Jacques, and the founders of the West Coast Bear Aware comWest Coast Bear Aware Wendy mittee to continue the work of
the Bear Smart program. The
Calendar retails for $20.00.
This project has the support
of the District of Ucluelet, the
BC Ministry of Environment,
the BC Conservation Officer
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photo: reinhard spieler
The Wild Garden
Beach Art Boogie
by Louanne Ralston
B
each Art Boogie will
be held September
4th at the Long Beach
parking lot in Pacific Rim
National Park Reserve.
The event is a fun way to
clean up the beach, using
the collected debris and
your imagination to create
works of art!
out Canada. It will also be
filmed and incorporated into
a Parks Canada video. Event
footage will be viewed by
“virtual visitors” on September 9th at the Hamilton Discovery Centre in Ontario and
again on September 10th at
the Ontario Science Centre,
Toronto.
Beach debris may look
harmless, but in reality, can
cause significant negative impact,
such as the release of toxins as
it slowly degrades. Debris in
the ocean can be ingested by
wildlife (as it can be mistaken
for prey), or can entangle wildlife
(causing stress or disabling them
to breathe, eat, or hunt prey).
The video will examine
Organized by Pacific
Keeping our local beaches
Rim National Park Reserve, the marine ecosystem within
clean is a simple action we can
Beach Art Boogie is linked the park, including the impact take in helping to protect the
with the annual Great Cana- of litter to this area.
ocean globally.
dian Shoreline Clean-up
(Sept.16–24th). During
this time, thousands of
volunteers clean up over
800 shorelines through-
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artwork by pete clarkson
The event will start at 9 am
with the beach clean up. It will
then go in all creative directions… You (and a team?) can
either work on your own masterpiece, or contribute to a
public art installation with
Park Warden and local beach
artist, Peter Clarkson.
We will Boogie—rain or
shine, with refreshments for
all, and prizes for the most
creative masterpieces.
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Beach Art Boogie
Long Beach Parking Lot
Sep 4
9am
Come on out to the Beach
Art Boogie and take creative
action to protect the ocean!
For more information contact
Louanne Ralston, 726-4705.
TOFINO TIDES IN SEPTEMBER 2006
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TFINO TIDE
Twice a Dy — twice the plesure!
brought to you by storm surf
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photo: jenny stewart
Pacific Rim National Park
Mermaid Tales
by Jenny Stewart
T
his spring cbc radio
called to discuss surfing in Tofino and
put me on the spot with
just one question: “Why
weren’t there any junior
girls trying out for the
Canadian National Surf
Team?” They’d heard
about the popularity of
surfing in Tofino and
wanted to know where the
girls were hiding out.
a little encouragement to get
out there and catch waves.
Everybody knows there are
lots of girls who surf in Tofino.
Our town is actually famous
for the high ratio of women to
men in the water.
I bet you had no idea there
is a gaggle of girls ages 8-11 who
were born right here in Tofino,
who love to surf. These girls are
true water babies, they practically
have scales and their hair closely
resembles that of a mermaid
So why, then, were there
no junior girls surfing in Tofino?
It was last May when I
decided to start a surf club just
for girls that would run for the
entire summer. Meeting at 6pm
every Monday throughout the
summer would, I thought, give
us the chance to surf often
enough to improve our skills.
I wanted to give the local girls
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Last Monday, I met up
with Ocea Honnor Goddard,
Infinity Makai Auty, Emma
Saa-cin Nicolay, Mica Mary
June Bot, and Patrice Louise
Hansen, who all gathered at
South Chesterman Beach at
6pm to go surfing. We sat in
the warm sand wearing our
wetuits, surrounded by our
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Infinity says surfing is
pile of surfboards, and watched
the waves while we discussed “hard”, but her dad is right there
their beginnings in the sport to help her progress. Her fearlessness certainly shows because
of surfing.
she keeps asking to paddle to
the “outside” of the break and
These girls are stoked to
surf. Most of them started surf- wants to catch big waves. She’s
ing when they were just 3 or 4 an 8 year old who really pulls
years old and most of them have it off. Maybe she’ll be surfing
a dad who surfs. They’ve even Pipeline or Mavericks in a few
years right long side the famous
named the surf club “Swell
Jon Jon Florence (who’s only 12)
Times Surf Club for Girls”.
Meet Ocea Honnor Goddard—she’s just turned 9 years
old on August 5th. Guess what
she got for her birthday?? Her
first very own surfboard. At
6pm on Monday evenings you’ll
find her already in her wetsuit,
waiting on the beach for the
rest of the gang to show up so
she can go surfing. When asked
if she has any desire to travel
to tropical places for surf, she
replies “I like cold”. She wants
to stay in Tofino and surf because
she says” It’s not as dangerous
as Hawaii or Mexico, because
they have sharks”.
Patrice is also 9 years old,
born on Groundhog Day in
Tofino. She paddled out on her
dad’s longboard at surf club
because it’s super sturdy and a
great bright yellow. Her dad is
53, and still surfing. Patrice says
she will be surfing till she’s old
for sure!
This is the next
generation of surfers in
Tofino. These girls surf
for fun, they feel the stoke,
and they are in awe of the
power of the ocean. All
this and they are not even
teenagers!
Look for these girls
in the water in 50 years
because every one of
them said they would still
be surfing even at 59!
Jenny Stewart was
born in Tofino and has
been surfing for 20 years.
She runs Surf Sister Surf
School in Tofino and can be
reached at 1-877-724-surf
or [email protected]
Emma’s middle name is
Nuu-cha-nulth and means
‘hummingbird.’ At the last
surf club she caught a huge
wave and “it moved so fast I
was surprised!” Sounds like
the wings of a hummingbird
to me… In a few years you
Mica is 9 years old and surfs might find Emma traveling to
with her mom mostly, but her Hawaii in search of waves.
whole family surfs. Her older
It was after 8pm and the
sister and brother surf almost
every day. Mica caught a huge sun was almost gone behind
wave way back when she was Lennard Ligh when I finally
6 years old. “It was freaky” she got out of the water. I called
said. She still has her first wet- to the girls, ‘Time to go in!”
suit! This surfer girl lives right and was surprised to hear,
on the beach and at her birth- “No, not yet, do we have to?”
day party back in June most of Not a single one of them
wanted to stop surfing, not
the girls at surf club say they
even for dinner.
caught their best wave ever.
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Big John bates
Wil
Leroy Stagger
Saturday, September 2, 2006
The Tofino Legion
Tickets $15, Doors 9pm
The Tofino Legion
The Tofino Legion
Big John Bates’ music has its
roots in blues-based rock
‘n’roll but its high-energy
twang and pulp fiction lyrics
give them a sound all their
own. The band appeals to
the rock‘n’roll crowd bluesrock fans and to subcultures
from greasers to punks. bjb
has played festivals from Los
Angeles to Spain and some
very unique shows including the Federal prison in
Antwerp, Belgium. The live
show is a theatrical event
involving burlesque dancers,
fire and a whole lotta movement on the dance floor.
With just his acoustic guitar and
his voice Wil belts out a sound
that could come from a four piece
band. He creates a powerful musical punch on stage that leaves his
audiences reeling. His sound is
“electro-acoustic”, he plugs into
a smorgasbord of foot pedals. A
clear acoustic guitar, overtop of
distortion, with heavy bass tones
filling out the bottom. His songwriting style is a packed with
imagery, powerfully backed by
his brilliant and intricate guitar
style and delivered by a commanding vocal that is truly inspirational.
Wils live shows with drummer
Pat Stewart are truly amazing.
Drawing on country, rock and
punk influences, Stagger hit
Canada’s independent music
scene like a hurricane. He’s not
just another bad-ass wannabe
with a good haircut; his heartrending portraits are masked by
beguiling melodies and pop
hooks. From full out broken
beer bottle rock to the aching
ballad of a broken hearted
dreamer, Stagger’s music truly
unique and truly Canadian.
Although only 22, Stagger isn’t
new to the music game. He’s
spent time in the Island punk
bands the Staggers and the
Graveyard Sluts.
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Final Fantasy
Scott Thompson
Danny Michel
Tuesday, October 3, 2006
The Tofino Legion
The Tofino Legion
The Tofino Legion
Tickets $x, Doors 9pm
Final Fantasy is the solo violin
project of Owen Pallett who you
may of heard of through his collaborations with Arcade Fire. His
performance achieves that transcendence by layering and looping individual violin sounds, both
melodies and percussion, until
they ravel a tapestry of orchestral
grandeur that seems absurd stemming from one performer. Songs
are about ghosts, romance, cooking, fantasy fiction and guilt. Why
call it final fantasy? Because
Final Fantasy (the video games) are
the most amazing combination of
melodrama, swords, capitalism
and Japan the world has ever seen.
scottastrophe is basically a
power point presentation by
Scott Thompson accompanied
musically by Bob Wiseman and
Magali Meagher. Like a good
scientist, Scott steps back and
investigates the unusual density
of tragedy and surrealism to
which he has been privy since
ending The Kids In The Hall.
Potential lawsuits about racism
and sexual harassment on the set
of “Touched by an Angel”, behind
the scenes on the Larry Sanders
Show and trying to play a straight
man (or alien) on Star Trek. The
firebombing of his l.a. home by
inflamed supporters of Saddam.
Danny Michel has been
described as “Tom Waits
meets Cheap Trick.” It’s a
pretty accurate analogy as
Danny’s songs run the
gamut from crunchy/sweet
pop songs to dark tales.
Fearless and full of surprises,
you never know which tricks
he’ll pull from his back
pocket. Every moment is
fresh, especially in a world
of a zillion guys with guitars.
Nominated for a Juno in
2005 for best new artist,
Danny is clearly a career
artist with only the tip of
his musical iceberg revealed.
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3rd Annual
annual
Art
art in the Gardens
3rd Annual
annual
Art
art in the Gardens
SEPT.
Art in the Gardens
A
rt in the Gardens is back!
On September 9th &10th,
Tofino Botanical Gardens
“Art in the Gardens”
Sep 9 & 10
noon-4pm celebrates its third year with a
two day festival of visual and
Performances run from
performing arts at the Tofino
1 pm to 3 pm each day.
Botanical Gardens. The festiCost is $10 for adults, $6
for students, admission is val was launched in 2004 by
free for tbg members and Ucluelet artist Marla Thirsk to
encourage local artists to come
children 12 and under.
together and meet each other
and renew friendships, and to
show off their enormous talents
to local residents and visitors
alike (not to mention giving
artists a chance to sell their
works). This year, the festival
expands to feature both local
and visiting artists and artisans
from Vancouver Island.
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Marla’s idea to develop a
West Coast arts festival was
sparked by her realization that
although she’s lived in the area
for over 25 years and knew the
names of many local artists, she
didn’t know all their faces, nor
had she ever had a chance to
meet some of them and learn
about their work. The fact is
that for many artists, their
passion to create and express
themselves is a time consuming
activity that doesn’t pay as well
as a job at the bank or a local
restaurant, but can’t be ignored.
And so, “Art in the Gardens”
was born as a way for local
artists to convene, meet, learn
about each other’s work.
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3rd Annual
annual
Art
art in the Gardens
The 3rd Annual “Art in the
Gardens” festival focuses on both
local and visiting artists, and
features arts and fine craft in
many different mediums, from
fibre to oils, poetry to photography. Join us to visit and meet
with your favourite local artists,
many of whom have been featured in past issues of Tofino
Time, and meet new artists too!
Visit www.tofinobotanicalgardens.com for more info!
All artists from the Clayoquot
Biosphere Reserve Region are
encouraged to participate. Please
call Marla Thirsk at 726-7755
or email [email protected] for
more information.
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Tofino Profile
Baku
by Shirley Langer
B
aku is a self-proclaimed hermit, an
elusive man, but not
entirely inaccessible. His
name, for instance. All I can
learn is people started calling him Baku when he was
twelve. His real name? Only
his lawyer and accountant
know. It has taken me considerable time to convince
Baku that people would be
interested in knowing about
half the publishing team of
Tofino Time, the other half
being the more visible Adam
Buskard. Baku was/is concerned that people will think
he is being self-serving. Like
myself, I think you will be
fascinated by this man.
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African Beach, Baku’s b&b,
reflects a significant part of Baku’s
history. African art and artifacts
are common throughout the
house because he was born in
Namibia, Africa, a country on
the coast, immediately north/
west of South Africa. His father
left East Germany before the
Berlin wall went up, immigrating to Africa where he became a
cattle farmer, married and fathered
a son. Baku was two when the
family returned to Germany,
to Frankfurt, where Baku spent
the next twenty-two years.
in the national military system?
Meet Baku. All German youth
had to serve a period in the military under conscription. When
Baku said he wouldn’t, there were
hearings, like court, in which he
had to prove the sincerity of his
convictions. If the hearing accepts
the plea of conscientious objection, the objector is required to
do community service for the
equivalent time of conscripted
military service. Baku did meals
on wheels with charitable groups
for eighteen months, then
enrolled in Biology at university.
But biology was not to be
How many conscientious
objectors have you met, people Baku’s career. He was hired as
with the courage of their con- part of a crew that managed
victions to refuse to participate lighting for ever-changing shows
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at a concert hall and convention
center, and found he loved it. In
1986, a month after the Chernobyl nuclear disaster, many months
following his initial application to
emigrate, Baku landed in Canada,
in Vancouver. “For the first time
in weeks, I ate vegetables,” he
recounts, “because all crops in
Europe were contaminated.”
1986, the year of Expo.
Baku’s first work in Vancouver
was in lighting, changing over
shows, then graphic design, along
the way fathering Beni, his first
son. Beni was three months old
when Baku became a full time
house father—“the best years of
my life” says Baku. Baku’s devotion to his sons, nineteen yearold Beni and fourteen year-old
Max, is evident and touching.
Separated in marriage when Beni
was seven, Baku’s first vocation
is raising his sons, who have almost
over-taken Baku in height. A gentle,
soft-spoken man, Baku is nevertheless a loyal and fierce parent,
fierce in his convictions about
kids needs and kids rights.
Lucky boys, I say.
Stressed and burnt out after
twelve years of living in “the burbs”,
Baku moved to Tofino. “I used to
come to Tofino when I was feeling
down and depressed,” he explains,
“and I still love Tofino as much
today as I did then.” Within weeks
of moving, he had more social
interaction than possible in the
burbs, despite being hermit-like.
He confesses he likes pretending
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out gardening in the dark,
and marvels that his plants
seem to thrive despite his
blind pruning methods.
A total night person, he is
His association with Adam occasionally still up when it’s
is fortuitous. Adam is the front time to prepare breakfast
man, the guy who must interact for his guests.
with people. Baku’s job is behindBaku’s long-range plans
the-scenes in production. They
produced the first issue of Tofino encompass a year in Italy, in
Time four years ago, paying the Siena specifically. Like myself,
whole shot themselves in order Baku is an Italophile, loving
to demonstrate what the magazine all things Italian. In addition
would look like. Baku remembers to gardening, Baku likes to
Adam appearing at the house all cook—Italian, of course—
which he learned in cooking
excited. “We have a hit on our
classes in high school. I ask
hands!”
permission to tour his kitchen,
Baku feels very fortunate where I find a huge collection
because of the response of com- of English terracotta ware
munity in providing articles and prominently stating henry
watson pottery. Seems
columns that have made the
magazine notable and interesting. Baku started collecting the
Did you know that TofinoTime pottery when he was a mere
may be read on-line too? Everyday, twelve years old. He points
1000-1500 people visit the web out a particular teapot.‘Ideal
site. I’m curious to know if Baku for use at home or on safari,’ it
gets fan mail. “Mostly requests states on the front. Very British,
for information,” he replies. The not the least Italian.
most common question he’s asked
is the obvious—‘What’s there to
I leave with an armload
do in Tofino?’ The most bizarre? of plants, knowing more about
‘Where can I find a shaman to this very tall, very peaceful
perform a pagan beach wedding ?’ man, but with the feeling
that like icebergs, there is
When Baku wants to relax, much more beneath the
he gardens, and his garden is
surface that I have no
extensive, being both on land
inkling about.
and water. His greatest fondness
is for Japanese Maples and variShirley Langer describes
eties of water lilies. The lilies
herself as a woman about
grace a beautiful pond replete town with a well developed
with goldfish. Many nights he is civic consciousness.
he’s a tourist because he enjoys the
anonymity. Though Baku doesn’t go out much, he enjoys people and the scene when he does.
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photo: adam buskard
NigelDavidson’s
Seafood
Cannelloni
R
The Schooner took him in as
a line cook where many years
later he will have worn every
hat in the house from front end
manager to executive chef.
aised in New Westminster by his first
generation hippie
parents, Nigel was the
sort of child that would
stand tippy-toed beside
the stove fascinated by
food and cooking. His
first recipe was a cheese
and tomato melt that
was supposedly the best
on the block.
As a youth Nigels first
restaurant job was in an
Italian joint where he fell
in love with cheese, basil,
prosciutto and the mythical life of a chef that was
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explained him to be akin to a
rock star.
This year Nigel with owner
Mare Dewars completely renovated the second floor at the
Schooner to create Upstairs
Dining and Tapas. He can be
found there today making
beautiful food and dreaming
about fishing.
Nigel arrived in Tofino
with a sharp knife and a fresh
apron ready to dig his teeth in.
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Filling
Cook and clean the crabs extracting
3 large Dungeness crabs
1lb organic baby spinach
2 medium yellow onions
sweated
6 cloves of chopped
roasted garlic
1 tbsp minced garlic
200g chevre cheese
their meat. Wilt the spinach then
chill and chop. Cut matchstick
size pieces of yellow onions,
sauté them and then chill. Mix all
the the fill ingredients, saving the
chevre to last so that it doesn't
get too mixed up. Roll fresh pasta
2 lemons
sheets as thin as possible, or
3 egg yolks
prepare store-bought shells. Stuff
1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
salt & pepper to taste
the cannelloni shells and place
tightly in a standard lasagne pan.
Pour in stock until half way up
the cannelloni. Top with halved
Topping
1 small basket
grape tomatoes
grape tomatoes, fresh chopped
1 small package fresh
basil chopped
parmesan cheese. Bake for 15-
solid block parmesan
grated,
(the more the better)
Baking Stock
3 cups of fish or vegetable stock,
halibut stock is best
basil and then mucho grated
20 minutes in a pre-heated oven
at a temperature of 450°C. Serve
on top of your favourite pasta
cream sauce (saffron lemon cream
is suggested). Garnish with more
fresh grated parmesan, fresh chives
and cracked pepper. Serve pared
with a sauvignon blanc and enjoy.
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in appreciation of rain
Departs early each day
by covered boat with
washroom from Telegraph
Cove, BC from May to Oct.
1-866-800-4749
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by John Platenius & George Patterson
Y
ou are likely standing
on the Esowista Peninsula in the southern
end of the Clayoquot
Sound unesco Biosphere
Reserve, one of the rainiest
places on earth. In Tofino
the average Rainfall is 135
inches per year, more than
ten feet! I capitalise the r
in rainfall out of respect, awe
and a bit of fear. Dallas, Texas
gets 36 inches/yr, Paris, France
23.9 inches, Hamburg enjoys
29.7 inches of rain.
September is our transition
season into the Wet weather.
Most of our Rainfall comes
during the Winter, but Spring is
very damp, and the Fall is pretty
darn moist too. The expression
“I’m bailing out of here” may
have originated in Tofino, as
many residents develop a desperate need for dry, sunny weather
by late February.
Polar air masses migrate
south in the autumn. Travel-
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ling for days across a relatively
warm ocean, it warms and
moistens. The Vancouver
Island Mountain Range acts as
a rainmaking device. As the air
mass moves from the ocean
towards the continent, the
mountains force it up. As it
rises it cools. Colder air can
carry less water than warmer
air, it condenses forming
clouds or fog and perhaps
(usually in our case) precipitation. The east side of Vancouver
Island gets less than half the
rain as the “Wet Coast”.
The volume of water that
falls upon the land is the prime
ingredient in the extremely high
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photo: adam buskard
in appreciation of Rain
rain
biomass of our forests. The
weight of living things, the trees,
shrubs, mosses, insects, birds
etc. in the temperate coastal
rainforest is higher than any
other type of forest in the world.
Yes, even higher than tropical
rainforests.
Now here’s the punch
line: We should be thanking
this glorious Rain for Tofino’s
thriving tourism economy.
The Rain is what created
and continually feeds the stunning, intact natural systems that
most of our visitors are here for.
As sea kayakers make their way
over to Meares Island to see
The Big Tree (one of the best
visual examples of colossal
biomass I can think of), they
can silently thank Tofino’s very
Wet conditions for its glory.
The temperate rainforest’s
highly productive environment
(think Rain) also creates worldclass habitat for multiple salmon
species. Without these intact
forests, salmon fisherman would
be heading to the Charlottes.
And of course the bears and
marine mammals that draw
families out for marine eco-tours
are all dependent on these forests,
which are reliant on… You
guessed it – our glorious Rain.
You might be thinking
that the forests would do ok
without It. Maybe you’re
questioning my assumption
that Rain is everything here.
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Perhaps. But a friend of mine
recently told me about an experiment in the Amazon Basin that
is testing this theory in tropical
rainforests, so I looked it up.
Obviously rainforests need
water to thrive, but what this
Woods Hole Research Centre
study found is that when the
tropical rainforest dries out, there
are much bigger implications
than you might anticipate: a
rainforest drought would likely
increase the rate of Global
Warming.
You probably remember
photosynthesis from Grade 5
biology class. Plants use sunlight,
water and the atmosphere’s
carbon dioxide to create sugar
and oxygen. When the rainforest is denied that glorious
Rain, the stomata of the forest’s
leaves close up to conserve water
and valuable sugars, which slows
down the rate at which they take
carbon out of the atmosphere.
visitors (the lions-share of
Tofino’s economy) are here
to see or experience the
forests, animals and landscapes fed by this Rain. And
strange as it may sound,
without our wonderful
Rain we’d likely spiral into
a Global Warming cycle
that could really give us
something to complain
about.
George Patterson is the
Executive Director of the
Tofino Botanical Gardens
and John Platenius is the
Director of Programs and
Development at the Tofino
Botanical Gardens Foundation.
So as we make this transition into the long, lonely Wet
season, try to remember a few
things that may keep this year’s
annual return of Seasonal
Affective Disorder at bay.
The Rain’s bounty is the
driving force behind the natural
splendour of Clayoquot Sound.
The big trees, salmon, whales
and bears are all dependent on
the Rain that feeds this beautiful
eco-region. Most of Tofino’s
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I
f legendary photographer Ansel Adams had
embraced Buddhist art,
it might look like this. Symmetrical labyrinthine mandalas made using nature’s
own patterns. It is a Zen
inverse of traditional print
making where details form
design. Instead, in Sebastién
Correia’s prints the design is
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created by details he photographs in nature. Correia, 25,
grew up in Tofino the son of
then local baker Dominique
Desalier and local designer and
builder Philippe Correia.Over
the past decade his creative
quests have taken him from
video, to photography and
design; which he now studies
at the University of Victoria
when not working in Tofino
with his father. The results are
a series of intricate, graceful
and textured images.
SEPT.
1
Roots ⁄ Sebastién Correia
Artist’s Reception
Clayoquot Field Station at TBG
Sep 1
7pm
The exhibit lasts from September 1 to October 16, 2006.
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Maggie White
M
aggie White is a
water media artist,
living on the west coast
dividing her time between
Port Moody and Tofino. Her
favourite subjects to paint are
landscapes, in particular the
west coast, florals and “life stills”.
She works in watercolour,
acrylics and mixed media.
Creating “mood” is always a
priority in her work and this
often determines the media
used. Born in England Maggie
was introduced to art at a young
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age as her grandmother was
an artist and Maggie went on
many a painting expedition
with her.
Maggie’s work has a representational style but with an
abstract flair. “ I think it is the
art school background that
makes me think in terms of
warm and cool colour, soft
and hard edges, interesting
shapes, patterns and textures
rather than just the objects.”
Her work is much admired
&
for both its strength and
sensitivity. Despite the
strong design element in
her work, it remains ethereal and evocative.
In Tofino you can find
Maggie White’s art at the
Shorewind Gallery.
~ fabulous sushi bar ~
~ and west coast cuisine ~
350 Main Street
725-2021
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fax:
250-725-4469
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Welcome to September, the final
precious days of Summer and the
electric blue air of Autumn. The
salmon are swimming in, the berrybushes are loaded, and the chanterelles are growing in the forests
all around Kennedy Lake! It’s a
wild world out there this month—
wars, eclipses (unseen to us), a
potent full Moon on the 7th and a
turning-point new Moon in evaluative Virgo on Sept. 22nd— also
the date of the Autumn Equinox.
There’s never been a better time
to clean up our act—personally
and globally! When the Sun enters
the sign of the Scales—Libra—
marking the first day of Fall, an
opportunity to strike a balance in
ourselves and the world is clear
and strong. Go to www.ceasefirecampaign.org and strike a chord
for Peace, and then get out there
and appreciate the bountiful
harvests and beauty!
Aries
March 20 — April 19
Mars represents the
forces of desire and
aggression in the human
psyche. Its archetypes are the warrior, the lover, the hero— which is
why you’re so hot! So let’s put that
energy to good use this month—
consider it your patriotic duty to
make love, not war, and help us
strike that balance! The full Moon
on the 7th and the weekend following highlights both your ruling
planet and your sign—critical
issues may come to a head during
this time and an attitude of compassionate analysis will be your
ally. The new Moon and Autumn
are born on the 22nd; let go of
whatever is less than ideal and
open your hands, your heart.
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September ’06
YOUR HOROSCOPE
by Karedwyn Bird
Taurus
April 20 — May 19
Sidestep the labyrinth of
constructed life and stretch
out into the spaces of September. The harvest Sun and the Morning
Star Venus will be spinning their paths
through the constellation of Virgo, making healing and purification our most
powerful mantras. Harness this energy
to your highest purposes. The looney
full Moon on the 7th calls for extra nowawareness and may turn up a wild card
or two, so stay on your toes. Social
renewal is initiated with the onset of
Autumn, so how about a party at your
place on Friday the 22nd to celebrate ?
Gemini
May 20 — June 20
Your ever-flighty monarch,
Mercury, is off considering
serious matters with a host
of other planets in the constellation of
Virgo, and the best we can hope for is
they will help us make sense of ourselves.
The extra zapped-up full Moon on the
7th may teeter what is tottering—apply
force gently and be aware of your intentions when you do in the days around
this Moon. The Sun autumns its way
into the airy, communicative realms
of Libra on the 22nd, same day of the
eclipsed new Moon… new friends will
be everywhere!
Cancer
June 21 — July 21
The eclipse of the Moon,
your Queen of Light, will
not be visible from where
we sit but its reverberations will be
felt around the world. Eclipses destabilise existing energy configurations,
and physics has shown us that destabilising forces create the climate for
quantum leaps in evolution. Which
could be a very good thing - the seat
of evolution in us animals is in the
corpus collosum, the internet
between the two halves of our brain.
Alcohol and fear are two key factors
which inhibit the blood flow to this
higher brain, and they serve to keep
us operating in our lower brain, the
reptilian stem -which rules the Flight
or Fight reaction. Let’s rise above it.
Stay centred, accelerate your faith,
and enjoy the ride!
Leo
July 22 — August 22
Now is the time to achieve
perfection! Two new Moons
in fastidious Virgo within a
month (Aug 23 & Sep 22), means that
any bad old habits, associates, and underwear you have should be cast off forever
and replaced with new and improved
ones! If you aren’t sure about what needs
to go, look for signs from the Universe
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in the days surrounding the big Moon
on the 7th. If nothing clicks, you can
always ask your Mother! Autumn Equinox
arrives only hours after the final new
Moon in Virgo, so fuel up on Sun and
salmon while you can!
Virgo
Aug. 23 — Sept. 21
Your astrological birthday
party is starting to get out
of hand! Two eclipses and
two new Moons in your sign (Aug 23 &
Sep 22) signify critical junctures in the
year ahead for many, but especially those
born under your sign and its polar-compliment, Pisces. Evolutionary quantum leaps
will be well-fuelled, should you care to make
them. Successful navigation will require
the intelligence of both signs - analysis
and compassion. Remember that what
you are given is life’s gift to you; what
you become is your gift to life.
not to make sense of anything except
the recipe on the pudding box… The
new Moon Solar Eclipse of Equinox falls
perfectly on a Friday night at 9:04 –
sounds like a date!
Sagittarius
Nov. 22 — Dec. 21
Your planetary MLA, Jupiter,
advises that you take immediate action to bigger your
heart and better your mind this month.
All that you need to do to accomplish
this lies in opening yourself to the people
and beings around you. Eclipses signify
important turning points and can aid
in releasing and advancing… so take
the step. The 17th through to the Full
Moon looks sweet for you and so if you
haven’t taken a summer vacation yet
this is your chance! Carpe Diem!
Capricorn
As the 7th sign, Libra begins
at the exact midpoint of the
Zodiac and is symbolised by
a set of Scales. It represents the ideal of
justice – achieved via balance. On Sept.
22nd, just 16 hours after it is eclipsed,
the Sun makes its grand entrance through
your portal, and you may easily find your
own centre and release excess ego and
outmoded identities for your very own
birthday gift. Until then, simplify, purify,
and invent 3 brand new fantastic habits!
Scorpio
Aquarius
Sept. 22 — Oct. 22
Oct. 23 — Nov. 21
On the day following
Labour Day, Pluto, Lord of
the UnderWorld and your
planetary Guru, appears to change
directions and move forwards again, Don’t ask me, it’s weird out there! –
offering an opportunity for evolvement
and regeneration on many levels. Yahoo!
–Your favourite pastime! A little
beyond that, the 14th is a good time
to cuddle up with your blankie and try
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Pisces
Feb. 18 — March 19
The Full Moon on the
7th rises in the compassionate light of
Pisces, signifying the midpoint
of your birthyear. This is a good
time to see how far you’ve come
and where you might head to
from there. It is also an optimum time to go easy, rest when
you’re tired, and self-nurture.
Insights flood in at midmonth
and long phases of evaluation
can be resolved easily after the
Sun enters Libra on the 22nd.
Dec. 22 — Jan. 19
Find reason for frequent
applause all these lovely last
days of Summer and feast on
the wild harvests of the season. The Sun
in earthy Virgo suits you just fine and
offers premium returns on whatever you
focus on tidying up in you life. Your
influencing planet, Saturn, is wedged
into a tight t-square configuration sortof-thing that could find you with your
panties in a wad but if you hang loose
it’ll all work its way out. Full Moon Friday on the 22nd; welcome in Autumn
with a bonfire celebration!
Libra
month so welcome the invigorating energies of September,
and let every breath you take
clear your heart.
Jan. 20 — Feb. 17
Marilyn Ferguson, in her
book The Aquarian Conspiracy, gathers together evidence for the emergence of a startling
and new worldview that gathers into
its framework insights from breakthrough
science and earliest recorded thought.
It appears that there’s a lot of other
weirdos out there, so take heart. Deeply
entrenched patterns and stuck ideas
are easily released in this coming
Karedwyn Bird is an
artist and astrologer who
lives offshore from Tofino in
her floating studio. You can
contact her for your personal
reading at (250) 726-5132.
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Nestled in the forest,
mere steps away from the
expanse of Chesterman
Beach sits the African
Beach Cabin. The spirit of
the west coast is embodied in this cozy cabin —
from its natural timber
framing to the cedar
boardwalk that winds its
way through the coastal
conifers. The generous
use of wood and natural
fibres throughout creates
a sense of peace and intimacy that is perfect for
the tranquil retreat you
are looking for. A gourmet
breakfast awaits you in
the morning!
(250) 725.4465 • [email protected]
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photo: paul piotrouski
Chanterelles:
forest
Forest Jewels
by Kimberly Johnston
T
he treasure hunt has
begun and the search
takes us into the lushgreen playground that
surrounds Tofino. It is the
adults’ Easter egg hunt; a
reminder of childhood
adventure, and a lesson in
playing well. It is chanterelle
season here in Tofino and
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the finding, gathering, and selling growth. Though the spores and
of these mushrooms seems to be roots are omnipresent in the forinspiring a return to innocence. est, the caps appear in bunches
and patches rather than in linear
On either side of the Pacific designs. Thus, it looks like the
Rim Highway, in the abundant chanterelles exist in scattered
forest that surrounds Kennedy communities within the forest;
Lake, there are millions (billions?) subdivisions of gold-light
of chanterelle mushrooms. Now amongst a sea of green.
that the season is upon us, you
Recently, I was lucky enough
can wander into the woods and,
within seconds, find yourself in to stand in one of these chanterelle
a patch of sun-kissed yellow bulbs. patches. The impetus for my
mushroom adventure can be
blamed on the smiling faces of
When the sun streams
Karedwyn and Paul. These two
through the tree canopy, the
chanterelles light up the forest expert gatherers took me to one
and reveal their growth patterns. of their picking spots midway
They cling to dead stumps, feed- through August. They have
ing on the nutrients of the under- nicknamed the site, “U Pick”
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Certainly the task of picking
chanterelles fares easier than that
of picking pine mushrooms.
Karedwyn and Paul caught the
mushroom picking fever 13 years
ago looking for pines. They
describe the experience as something akin to the gold rush; in
fact, amongst pickers the hunt
for pines is frequently referred to
as the “white gold rush.” Karedwyn tells me that for the first year
Paul went pine picking without
her: “He returned skinny, tired
and broke; but he had a fire in
his eyes and I knew he had caught
the mushroom fever.” This fever
led to 7 years of professional pine
picking where the two witnessed
the height of the pine market.
According to matsiman.com in
September 2003, Number One
pine mushrooms were valued
at $710 a pound. Furthermore,
in Tokyo the same mushrooms
were sold for $333 each.
Exorbitant mushroom prices
soon fell and Karedwyn and Paul
found themselves drifting back
towards the coast. Hoping to keep
up the practice of picking with
less franticness, they began picking chanterelles. Though chefs
in Tofino may benefit from their
expertly sorted chefs’ baskets, they
also just pick for fun. In fact,
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they will take just about anyone still unknown and Paul
who is interested in mushrooms, believes future studies will
nature, and in having a good time. reveal even more beneficial
qualities.
The two local pickers are not
territorial about the chanterelle
European folklore talks
patches they have found. They about enthusiastic gatherers
maintain that we all have a respon- who ventured out to collect
sibility in knowing our environ- mushrooms. Often the less
ment and developing a relation- privileged were denied the
ship with it. “We keep the places right to eat mushrooms and
we know alive,” says Karedwyn. only the wealthy were
“If we don’t go out in the woods allowed to indulge in the
then we won’t care if it’s logged. feasts (The Edible MushIf it’s logged then it will take 60- room — A Gourmet Cook’s
80 years for those mushrooms to Guide by Margaret Leibengrow again.” In this vein, the two stein). Folklore also speaks
want to share the magical quali- of the village mushroom
ties of the chanterelle—from its “witch”—a person who was
discovery to its preparation— most knowledgeable and
with anyone who is interested. was able to identify which
mushrooms were safe to
I was interested so I went keep (The Edible Mushout with them in mid-August room). I suppose Tofitians
when the season was just begin- are privileged in that we can
ning. I could barely keep up with all partake in the harvest of
the sprinting Karadwyn whose the chanterelle. In addition,
“yoop” you could hear echoing we have some modern day
through the woods whenever she witches amongst us who are
found a patch. She maneuvered more than willing to guide
the forest quickly and effortlessly. us through forests replete
Granny-picking though it may with treasures.
be, I was exhausted at the end of
the four hours and she was just
Proviso: Pick at your
getting started. Paul humored own risk! Some mushrooms
my exhaustion by explaining the look like chanterelles and
nutritional properties of the
may be poisonous. The best
chanterelle. The chanterelle is way to enjoy the chanterelle
loaded with vitamins b, e, d,
season is to go with experiand k. Chanterelles contain more enced pickers such as Paul
protein than most vegetables and and Karedwyn. The two
have trace elements of selenium, offer guided mushroom
potassium and iron. In fact, most tours. Contact them by
of the chanterelle’s goodness is phone: 250 726 5132
photo: dan harrison
alluding to the overabundance
of chanterelles that grow in that
particular spot. Paul also refers to
it as “granny-picking” because
it is so easy to fill your bucket
with prime chanterelles.
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September
Gardening
O
kay, I’m tired of trying
to figure out what the
weather is going to be
doing from one month to the
next, just as it seems we are on
a trend of hot sunny and dry,
we are fogged in and dry, but
the common denominator is
dry. And watering is becoming
a real issue. Again, mulch as
much as possible, it helps to
keep the moisture in and the
moisture robbing weeds down,
drought tolerant plants are
become more common, and
conserve water to where it is
needed the most. Forget about
the golf green lawn, reuse where
possible, even the water that
you boil your vegetables in for
dinner can be used to water
plants once it’s cooled down,
great for those hanging baskets
and planters.
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by Trina Mattson
Unfortunately the trees
are really starting to show the
stresses of very little water, we
noticed the alders dropping
leaves mid July, normally
about mid August, and a lot
of the trees in the nursery
started to turn their vibrant
fall colors around mid August,
although who decided that
August was summer anyways,
at least around here, seems
July is hotter more consistently than August.
As September does come
around and again the weather
will probably clear up again,
we are having to start to put
our gardens to bed. Leaves
need to be raked up from the
lawns and out of the garden
beds, especially from the area
around the roses. The time to
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divide those perennials has
arrived, continue harvesting
any vegetables and fruit, and
where necessary water, keep in
mind that your rhododendrons
are starting to set bud now for
next years blossoms, so you will
want to water those as needed.
Bring in any house plants,
but remember to check for any
bugs and spray as necessary.
Continue fertilizing and dead
heading your annuals for colour
thru October. Fertilize lawns
with a good winter ready fertilizer, and reseed as needed. Sow
any fall and winter crops, such
as lettuce, chard, and spinach.
Start to cut back any
summer blooming trees and
shrubs, as well as perennials as
they finish for the season, and
if you dig up you gladiolus,
dahlias, and begonias, this can
also be done as they go into
dormancy about the end of
the month.
Just think: 1 hour of gardening, burns approx 300
calories.
Bad joke of the month:
Why don’t spiders attend
public schools? Because they
learn everything they need to
know on the web.
Spring blooming bulbs
Trina Mattson runs the
are set to arrive in early September, so for the best selec- Ordinary Corner Nursery in
Tofino at 619 Tibbs Place Road.
tion, start early, and also
remember those bulbs that
you want to force for Arggggg
Christmas. Fall blooming
bedding are also coming in
early September, so replace
some of those tired looking
plants by the front door with
a splash of fresh color, mums,
asters, fall pansies, sedums,
and grasses.
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CMMUNITY CALNDr
SEPT.
Vinyasa Yoga
mon
Tofino Community Hall
Mon & Wed
6:30-8pm
with Natalie Rousseau
Cost: $10 per class
SEPT.
Yin Yoga
tue
SEPT.
Yoga for Kids
thu
Solwood 1298 Lynn Rd
Tuesdays
6:00-7:15pm
$10
fri
Thursdays
3:45-5pm
Starts Sep 14
Cost $5
Instructor Kelsey Lawford
Vinyasa style flow class will lead this program. This program is modified
that can be modified for All levels welcome
to suit the interests and
all levels.Call 725-8363
skill levels of kids from
SEPT.
Vinyasa Yoga
ages 8-13. The benefits
SEPT.
wed
Prenatal and
of yoga for kids include:
tue Restorative Yoga Tofino Community Hall longer concentration
Solwood
Mon & Wed
6:30-8pm spans, protection against
Tuesdays
11:00-12:30. with Natalie Rousseau
sports injuries, increased
Cost: $10 per class
agility and flexibility
Drop-ins all welcome.
Vinyasa
style
flow
class
SEPT.
SEPT.
Aquafit
Stretch/Tai Chi
that can be modified for
tue
fri for Seniors
all levels.Call 725-8363
MacKenzie Beach Pool
Tue & Fri
8:30-9:15am
Cost: 6/$35,
$6 drop in
SEPT.
wed
Stretch/Tai Chi
for Seniors
SEPT.
Wed & Fri
5-6:30pm
Free!
SEPT.
Preschool
Playgroup
Mass
sun
Fridays
10:30am-noon
By Donation
Saint Columba Church
Sundays
9am
Anglican/United Mass
Opportunity for Parents at 110 Second Street
and Tots to get out and
SEPT.
Hatha Flow Yoga
burn off some energy.
sun
Kids must have adult to
accompany them.
SEPT.
Sundays
$10
Public Market
sat
The Village Green
Saturdays
10am-2pm
11am-12:30pm
Instructor Kelsey Lawford will lead this program. All levels welcome.
Make it, Bake it, Grow
it, Gather it. Come see
what the creative people
of this area have to offer.
SEPT.
Vinyasa Flow Yoga
Leah Austin instructs this Tofino Community Hall
This Stretch/Tai-Chi class sat
5-6:30pm is geared for seniors with Solwood
low impact, cardio exercise. Wed & Fri
Free!
different levels of fitness. Saturdays 11am-12:30pm
SEPT.
Meditation
This Stretch/Tai-Chi class Register at 725-3229.
All drop-ins welcome
tue
is geared for seniors with SEPT.
SEPT.
Aquafit
Roman Catholic
different levels of fitness.
fri
sat Mass
Tuesdays
7:30-8:30pm Register at 725-3229.
by donation
Instructor Kelsey Lawford will lead this program. Everyone
welcome, all proceeds
to benefit the Ucluelet
Women’s Transition
House.
SEPT.
Vinyasa Yoga
thu
Clayoquot Field Station
Thursdays 11am-12:30pm
Instructed by Natalie
Rousseau
MacKenzie Beach Pool
Tue & Fri
8:30-9:15am
Cost: 6/$35,
$6 drop in
Leah Austin instructs this
low impact, cardio exercise.
SEPT.
Twilight Yoga
5pm
Roman Catholic Mass
at 400 Block Main St.
SEPT.
sun
Tofino Bible
Fellowship
fri
Sundays
6:30pm
Fridays,
7-8:30pm Non-Denominational
Instructed by Natalie
Rousseau
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St. Francis of Assisi
Saturdays
at the community hall.
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CMMUNITY CALNDr
SEPT.
1
Roots
Photography Exhibit
Artist’s reception
Fri Sep 1
7pm
SEPT.
4
Monday Night
Movie Night
Mon Sept 4, 8 pm
“My Architect” A Son’s
Journey. Famed archiJoin local photographer tect Louis Kahn died in
Sebastién Correia for the 1974, leaving behind
three different sets of
opening of his nature
women and children.
inspired photographs.
His illegitimate son
SEPT.
Cops for Cancer
Nathaniel embarks on
an exploration of his
Village Greeen
father’s complicated life
Sat Sep 2
1pm and works. Nominated
for Best Documentary
Show your support of
locals who will be cut- Feature at 2005 Oscars
ting off their hair in
SEPT.
Art in the Park
order to raise money
for the Canadian CanBotanical Gardens
cer Society.
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SEPT.
2
Raven Skate Comp
Tuff City Skate Park
Sat Sep 2
10 am registration
11am Juniors
12 noon Girls
1pm Novice
2pm Intermediate
3pm Advanced
$5 entry fee., Helmets
mandatory
Join Raven for their
first ever official skate
competition at the Tuff
City Skate park.
www.tofinotime.com
Sep 9,10
12-4pm
Cost $10 / Students $6
3rd annual event showcasing local artists and
crafters with the gardens
as the backdrop. There
will be live music and
dance performances.
SEPT.
10
Art in the Park
Botanical Gardens
Sep 9,10
12-4pm
Cost $10 / Students $6
3rd annual event showcasing local artists and
crafters with the gardens
as the backdrop. There
will be live music and
dance performances.
SEPT.
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Monday Night
Movie Night
Mon Sep 11
15
Leadership
Training
Hesquiat Harbour
Sep 15-Oct 12
Hooksum Outdoor
School offers a program
that combines outdoor
leadership training and
traditional indigenous
knowledge. For more
info call 250 670 1120
Monday Night
18 Movie Night
8 pm
“Why We Fight” This
film takes an unflinching
look at the American war
machine. Inspired by
Eisenhower’s Presidential
farewell speech, the film
surveys a half-century of
military misadventures.
Winner of the Grand
Jury Prize for documentaries at the 2005 Sundance Film Festival.
SEPT.
SEPT.
Mon Sep 18
8pm
“Transamerica” Bree, a
born-again Christian
and a pre-operative, maleto-female transsexual, is
saving for the final operation to complete her transition. One day, however,
she finds she has a son
in jail in New York…
Felicity Huffman was
nominated for the Best
Actress Oscar, and won
the Golden Globe.
his entire life on the
ship, becoming a gifted
pianist who earned
accolades for his great
jazz improvisations.
Won a Golden Globe
for Best Original Score
as well as numerous
awards in Europe
SEPT.
30
Beer Festival
Weigh West Resort
Sat Sep 30
3-7pm
$30
Breweries from across
b.c.., live music with
SEPT.
Health Care Fair
the “Coffin Dodgers”,
the bbq will going with
German sausage and a
Wed Sep 20 10am-2:30pm whole lotta fun.
20
Free
Open to all community
members this event is
meant as an educational
forum. All aspect of health
care will be reflected.
SEPT.
Monday Night
25 Movie Night
Mon Sep 25
8 pm
The Legend of 1900.
Danny Boodman t.d.
Lemons 1900 – 1900 for
short—was abandoned
in first class on the Virginian, a posh cruise
ship. He was found and
adopted by Danny, a
stoker, and raised in the
engine rooms. He lived
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Tofino Activities: What to do…
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surfing
kayaking
fishing
Whether your a seasoned pro
looking for the big waves or a
weekend warrior trying to
learn the ropes you can't go
wrong getting in the water.
There are a number of surf
shops offering rental equipment or schools offering lesson packages. The coastline is
made up of beaches and coves
separated by rocky headlands
that point in all directions, so
not every spot will show the
same conditions on the same
day. Finding surf is all about
being in the right place at the
right time, so this requires an
open mind and understanding
of the local conditions. Watch
out for rip currents and understand the etiquette of surfing
before you enter the water.
Imagine: being the skipper of your own
craft, close to the water, travelling in
silence. Kayaks give us the unique
ability to glide slowly and silently over
shallow reefs and tuck in close to the
shoreline allowing an intimate experience with nature. Surrounded by an
intricate maze of islands, inlets and
outer beaches, Tofino sits as the perfect
launching point for any paddling
adventure. Whether your time on the
water is to be measured in hours,
days or weeks there is plenty to be
observed and discover. There are a
number of local operators that offer
guided tours, instructional courses,
and equipment rental.
With 84,000 hectares of inland
waters and nearly 50 nautical miles
of outer coastline, Tofino's location
in Clayoquot Sound offers a sport
fishing play ground that is second
to none. These pristine waters run
rich with feisty Chinook and Coho
Salmon, enormous deep dwelling
Halibut and a array of colourful bottom fish. The area attracts sport
fisherman from around the world,
many coming for its renowned saltwater fly fishing. Nothing quite like
the thrill of a strike from a fish, full
of vigour, ready to fight you for all
its worth not to make it in the boat.
whales
bird watching
Whales can be seen around the year
in Tofino. Migrating Humpbacks join
resident Grays from March to September and roaming Orcas year round.
Between March and May up to 25,000
Gray Whales travel through Clayoquot
Sound on their migration from Baja in
Mexico to Alaska. Many of these whales
take advantage of the ample foodsources in the pristine waters around
Tofino. They can be seen in feeding,
breaching and sometimes just taking
it easy. Nothing quite like a whiff of
whale breath for an invigorating day
on the water. A number of experienced
operators offer tours on a variety of
vessels, from comfortable ships with
all amenities to fast zodiacs for the
more rugged whale watcher. Scenic
flights offer a unique perspective of
whales in the water.
Tofino is blessed with world class
birding in the protected habitat of
Clayoquot Sound. The richness and
diversity of this area creates a
prime-feeding environment for birds
of many species. During the spring
and fall the beaches and mud flats
become host to countless numbers
of migratory birds as they travel the
Pacific Flyway between their summer
and winter grounds. For an adventurous approach trips out into the
inlet waters can be taken to observe
the fertile mud flats and they array
of wildlife they host. The enjoyment
of viewing such beauty is available
for all who visit, all that is required
is to open your eyes and take it in.
www.tofinotime.com
hot springs
storm watching
Twenty seven nautical miles north
west of Tofino sits the picturesque Hot
Springs Cove, home of the Hesquiat
people and the Maquinna Provincial
Park. The natural hot spring bubbles
up from a crack in the earth near the
mouth of the bay. The simmering sulphur water flows as a gentle brook
and then cascades as a waterfall into
5 interconnected natural pools that
descend into the sea. At higher tides
the waves of the pacific lap into the
hot springs pools creating the incredible meeting of the cold ocean waters
and the magma heated spring. Getting there is half the fun. A number of
different operators in Tofino offer
transportation via water or air.
The beach is no longer just seen as a
place to go enjoy the warm sunny
days of summer but as an exciting
and vibrant place to witness the
amazing power of a North Pacific winter storm. The storm season generally
starts in November and carries
through till the late stages of spring,
but the most intense period lasts
from December through February.
These powerful storm fronts hit the
coast armed with hurricane force
winds, torrential rain and massive
ocean swells that can swallow up
small offshore islands in a single
surge. The ways in which to enjoy a
big winter storm are as varied as the
people who desire to experience
them. Getting all bundled up for a
windy wet walk on the beach is
always a good place to start. The sensation of leaning into the howling
wind and horizontal rain as you
watch the ocean being stirred up into
a frenzy of white froth and spinning
driftwood is one not soon to be forgotten. Or for the more indulgent and
comfortable of approaches, get yourself a ringside seat at one of the
restaurants located along the coastline or a cosy front row room for the
night. Whatever the approach, the
experience is found to be exhilarating, inspiring and relaxing, all the
emotions that one feels when seeing
the forces of nature that are so much
bigger and more powerful than us.
the park
With miles of white sand beaches, cosy
coves and groves of old growth forest
the park is full of potential adventures
and discoveries. There are numerous
interpretive trails, rich with history
and ecology that are maintained by
the park. Be sure to check out our
map on the back to see all that there
is. The Wickaninnish Centre is a must
see. This interpretive centre has many
resources and displays plus a restaurant overlooking the surf. Passes are
required to visit the park. They can
be purchased at the info centres or
from kiosks in the park.
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the beach
food & drink
cruises & eco-tours
The heart of any Tofino vacation
has got to be hangin’ at the beach.
A good book, some sun screen, a
Frisbee and some refreshments is
all you need for hours of relaxation
and good times on the white
sand. In fact there are so many
beaches to choose from you
could be busy for weeks just
discovering each and every one.
Within the Tofino district there
is Tonquin, MacKenzie, Middle,
Chesterman Beach and Cox Bay.
All of these beaches can be
accessed for free. With the purchase of a park pass all the
beaches of PRNP become available for exploring.
A day out on the water or hiking
through the forest can build a
strong appetite. Tofino has the full
range of food services to satisfy all
your needs. You would challenged to
find another town of 2000 that
offers as many choices for dining.
Many of the Tofino restaurants have
established themselves as award
winning places for fine dining. It’s
recommended to get reservations for
any of the Tofino restaurants for
they can get quite busy. Many cafés
in town provide packed lunches or
quick meals that can be very convenient for a day of adventures.
Being out on the water, observing
the natural diversity and wildlife of
Clayoquot Sound is essential to truly
understanding this area. Bears, wolves,
cougars, sea lions, birds of many
species and an abundance of marine
life can be encountered. Trips of this
nature are a great alternative for people who do not wish to venture out
into the open seas, for many of them
travel the calm inlets and protected
waters. A favourite of many is venture
out in the warm evenings of summer
to catch the sunset from a floating
perspective. Many of the charter
operators allow for custom private
tours that can be designed by you
with their guidance.
spa & wellness
artists & galleries
cultural
Tofino has quickly become the
west coast centre for bodywork,
spa and yoga activities. Choose
from one of the many wellness
studios that endeavour to create
an serene atmosphere and a
menu of body treatments that
will leave you feeling radiant
and renewed. Reduce pain and
dissolve stress by receiving a
therapeutic body treatment such
as acupuncture, massage therapy, hydrotherapy, energy work
or aromatherapy. For those looking to maintain their yoga practice while away from home, drop
into one of the ongoing yoga
classes in town. For the curious
there are Yoga instructors that
give classes both in a private
and group environment.
Artistic expression runs strong within
the people of Tofino and Clayoquot
Sound. The Nuu-chah-nulth people,
the first nation of this area, are very
active as artists. Carving and weaving
has always been a part of their lives.
Art was integral to ceremonial displays, whaling canoes, clothing and
nearly every aspect of their days. In
recent history, the 60s, a new style of
artist expression entered the area with
the arrival of the hippies. A free and
expressive flair came out of those times
that can still be seenwithin the works
of local artists today. Within the fishing
and industrial community folk art forms
on their own developed using nautical
themes and rustic west coast looks.
There are many fine galleries and
boutiques in Tofino, showcasing a
broad range of the areas wares.
The First Nations people in the
Tofino area are the original locals.
The Tla-o-qui-aht, Ahousaht and
Hesquiaht are only a few of the
tribes who have called Clayoquot
Sound home for thousands of years.
There are three main First Nations
communities in the area: Esowista is
located on Long Beach, Opitsaht is
on Meares Island, just across the
water from downtown Tofino, and
Ahousaht is roughly 10 miles by
water from Tofino, on Flores Island.
There are a growing number of
native culture activities offered by
the local First Nations people in
Tofino. Dugout canoe trips area
recent addition, and there is a beautiful trail hosted by the Ahousaht
people called the “Walk-the-Wildside
Trail”.
www.tofinotime.com
children’s activities
festivals & events
Tofino has activities to keep your
youth and teens active and involved.
There many sporting activities like
surfing, kayaking or a few turns in the
skatepark. For the younger children
there are many interpretive programs
run through the park, Rainforest
Interpretive Center or Tofino's Rec
Commission. Check with the individual operators or organizations
for their youth programs.
Tofino events and festivals are
legendary for their intimate settings
and vibrant energy. Check
www.tofinotime.com for more info.
Whale Festival
March 11-19, 2006
www.pacificrimwhalefestival.com
Shorebird Festival
April 29 - May 1, 2006
Food & Wine Festival
June 2-4, 2006
www.tofinofoodandwinefestival.com
Edge to Edge Marathon
June 11, 2006
www.edgetoedgemarathon.com
Aboriginal Days
June 21, 2006
Pacific Rim Summer Festival
July 2-16, 2006
www.pacificrimsummerfestival.ca
Tofino Lantern Festival
August 27, 2006
Art in the Gardens
September 9-10, 2006
Maritime Festival
September 21-25, 2006
www.tonquinfoundation.org
Oyster Festival
November 17-19, 2006
www.oystergala.com
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Ferry Schedule
Sept.1st to Sept.30th
Nanaimo (Departure Bay) and
Vancouver (Horseshoe Bay)
Leaves Nanaimo
12:30pm 5:00pm
6:30am
3:00pm
7:00pm
8:30am
9:00pm
10:30am
Leaves Vancouver
6:30am
8:30am
10:30am
12:30pm
3:00pm
5:00pm
7:00pm
9:00pm
For sailings schedule during
the labour day long weekend
consult bc ferries
Nanaimo (Duke Point) and
Vancouver (Tsawwassen)
Leaves Nanaimo
12:45pm 8:15pm
5:15am1
3:15pm
10:45pm
7:45am1
10:15am 5:45pm
Leaves Vancouver
12:45pm 8:15pm
5:15am1
3:15pm
10:45pm
7:45am1
10:15am 5:45pm
1 Daily
except Sunday
For sailings schedule during
the labour day long weekend
consult bc ferries
Victoria (Swartz Bay) and
Vancouver (Tsawwassen)
Leaves Victoria
Please check BC Ferries’
website at www.bcferries.com
for this schedule.
Leaves Vancouver
Please check BC Ferries’
website at www.bcferries.com
for this schedule.
Reservations 1-888-724-5223
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cmmnit Dirctry
outfitters
Jamies Whaling Station
Clayoquot Ventures
606 Campbell Street
250.725-3919
www.jamies.com
boutiques
Tofino Gift Company
Eagle Aerie Gallery
564 Campbell Street
250.725-2700
Enchanted
421 Main Street
at Ocean Outfitters
250.725-2866
350 Campbell Street
250.725-3235
800.663-0669 Toll Free
www.tofinofishing.com
www.oceanoutfitters.bc.ca
www.royhenryvickers.com
A stylish little gallery featuring
hand made jewellery, cozy
alpaca sweaters and toques,
unique local woodturnings,
rock tealights, walking sticks,
art, books and a great little
kids section!
Traditional Northwest Coast
longhouse featuring the
works of Tsimshian Artist
Roy Henry Vickers. Selection
of original prints, books,
posters, totems & art cards.
381 Main Street
250.725-2308
[email protected]
Colourful metaphysical store
with gemstones, yoga and
meditation supplies, spiritual
self-healing books and magazines, jewellry, CDs, fair trade
imports, art, hats, clothing &
more. Inspiring healing from
the special space within.
House of Himwitsa
The Treehouse
Fiber Options
305 Campbell Street
250.725-4254
120 Fourth Street
250.725-2192
[email protected]
www.ecoeverything.com
Natural fibers specialty clothing store. Beeswax candles,
tree-free art cards and natural
bodycare round out the selection of hemp, organic cotton
and alternative fabric items.
Mermaid Tales Bookshop
455 Campbell Street
250.725-2125
[email protected]
Broad selection of quality new
paperbacks, from international
fiction, sci-fi and fantasy to
history and spirituality. Also
childrens books, games, toys,
frisbees, single line kites and
high performance sport kites.
Plush
381 Main St
250.725-2730
Recently voted Tofino’s
favourite boutique. We offer
a wide variety of stylish and
quality clothing, lingerie,
accessories and jewellery.
And now stocking the shelves
for you guys too.
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Westcoast T-shirts & souvenirs,
quality clothing, postcards and
books. Next to the CIBC.
Wildside Booksellers
320 Main Street
250.725-4222
Waterfront book store covering a variety of topics from
guide books to local history
and novels. Home of Tofino’s
kites. Get your caffeine fix
at the espresso bar
300 Main Street
250.725-2017
250.725-2361 Fax
800.899-1947 Toll Free
www.himwitsa.com
Featuring First Nations artwork, masks, totems, basketry, original jewellry,
gold & silver. Owned by
First Nations people.
Reflecting Spirit
The Whale Centre Boutique
411 Campbell Street
250.725-2472
Owned by local artist Signy Cohen,
this gallery expresses the roots of
coastal culture. Varied selection
of works, from carvings and
pottery to jewellry and glass.
411 CampbellStreet
250.725-2132
The Lounge Collection
www.tofinowhalecentre.com
Satisfying all the needs of the
avid fisherman. Tackle, rods,
fishing apparel and all the
secret weapons for your catch.
Rods Power & Marine
591 Campbell Street
250.725-3735
Marine sales & service for all
your boating and outdoor
needs. Chainsaws, generators and power tools to
tame your wilderness.
Tofino Seakayaking
320 Main Street
250.725-4222
www.tofino-kayaking.com
Est. 1982. Zodiacs to 65 foot
vessels and all the adventures
you want! Guaranteed sightings on whale or bear tours.
Hot Springs, Kayaking, 4x4ing,
Meares Island, Fishing, NEW!
Surf Lessons. Also in Ucluelet.
Ocean Outfitters
421 Main Street
250.725-2866
www.oceanoutfitters.bc.ca
Tofino’s Favourite Adventure
Company! Whale, bear and
nature cruising. Coastal hotsprings excursions, sea to
sky tours and Meares Island
Hikes. X-Large zodiac and
luxury cabin cruisers with
washrooms. Voted #1
Kayaking and outdoor supplies – everything from
footwear to dry bags. Home
of Tofino’s kites. The bookstore carries interpretive literature for your tour.
Remote Passages Marine
Excursions
whale watching
Offering specialised adventure tours & whale watching
since 1986. Exciting zodiac
& covered vessel tours by
informative guides. Educational programs for all ages.
Adventures Pacific
120 Fourth Street
250.725-2811
www.alberni.net/whales
@ Wharf Street
in the big red boathouse
1-800.666-9833 Toll free
www.remotepassages.com
scenic cruises
More than just whale bones…
chic home décor, brocade
purses, April Cornel linens,
glassware, jewelry, ceramic
fish, sushi sets and more!
430 Campbell Street
250.725-3334
Contemporary gallery showcasing hip and innovative designs
found nowhere else in town.
Gourmet Illy espresso.
Wildlife and whale watching
tours by zodiac, interpretive
eco-tours, daytrips to HotSprings Cove in a covered
boat. Custom tours available.
Browning Pass Charters
Clayoquot Eco Tours
galleries
bicycles
Driftwood
Ukee Bikes, Boards & Kites
131 First Street
250.725-3905
The biggest selection of
giftware, souvenirs and
clothing. A variety of beachwear for men, women and
children. Home decor, garden
accessories and sterling silver
jewelry.
Village Square Shops, Ukee
250.726-2453
at the Whale Centre
411 Campbell Street
250.725-2132
250.725-2136 Fax
888-474-2288 Toll free
www.browningpass.com
[email protected]
[email protected]
Sales, Rental, Repair, Service.
Hourly, daily, long term and
group bike rental rates. Featuring Trek, Del Sol & Norco
Bikes & MBS Mountain Boards.
Mon-Sat 10-6, Sun 9-5
www.tofinowhalecentre.com
890 Main Street
250.725-3435
Scenic cruises & bear watching on the charter yacht ‘The
Browning Passage’. Vessel has
upper viewing deck, washroom and heated cabin.
Visit the coastal museum
and whale exhibit while you
book your marine adventure.
Whale and bear watching,
and Hot Springs Cove trips.
www.tofinotime.com
sport fishing
Weigh West Resort
Clayoquot Ventures
634 Campbell Street
250.725-3277
564 Campbell Street
250.725-2700
www.weighwest.com
www.tofinofishing.com
Salmon and halibut fishing
in the pristine waters of
Clayoquot Sound. Fully
insured vessels featuring
today’s premiere electronics
and fishing equipment.
Full-service fishing resort
with on-site processing and
storage facilities. Flyfishing
tours and offshore fishing.
Team of experienced guides.
Tofino Charters
cmmnit Dirctry
Tofino Seakayaking
Pacific Surf School
Common Loaf Bake Shop
320 Main Street
250.725-4222
430 Campbell Street
250.725-2155
www.pacificsurfschool.com
Celebrating one of the world’s
most diverse and spectacular
paddling areas since 1987,
Tofino Seakayaking offers
daytrips, overnight and
custom tours. The bookstore
offers food for thought and
cappuccinos.
Catch the experience, hang
out with our coastal crew
and learn to surf on the
island’s rugged west coast.
180 First Street
250.725-3915
Tofino’s famous wholefoods
bake shop. Breads, muffins,
cinnies and cakes. Organic
dark roast coffees. Pizza by
the slice, soups, sandwiches,
enchiladas, curries, salads.
Licensed!
surfing
www.stormcanada.ca
Jack’s Saltwater Fly Charters
Box 536
250.725-3767
250.725-8919 (cell)
250.266-0135
250.725-4402
www.tofinocharters.com
[email protected]
www.jackscharters.com
[email protected]
Year round quality fishing,
adventures and custom charters. Serving Tofino and Clayoquot Sound since 1989.
Bruhwiler Surf School
Tofino Coastal Sportfishing
311 Olsen Road
250.726-5481
High performance surf gear.
Sales and rentals. Streetwear
and skateboards. Friendly and
experienced staff of surfers
will answer your questions.
250.726-5364
www.bruhwilersurf.com
[email protected]
Surf Sister Surf School
Offering affordable, fun and
productive saltwater fly,
bucktailing, and light tackle
salmon fishing charters on
the calm scenic waters of
Clayoquot Sound.
Lance’s Sportfishing Adventures
120 Fourth Street
inside Shorewind Gallery
250.725-2569
www.fishtofino.com
[email protected]
Join Guide Lance Desilets for
personalized fishing charters!
Offshore, Inshore and hotsprings/fishing combos! 24ft
offshore vessels, first class
service and great fishing!
Ospray Charters
450 Neill Street
250.725-2133
www.ospray.com
[email protected]
Very productive and fun fishing adventures since 1987 for
Salmon and Halibut aboard
fully equipped deluxe 28ft
covered cruisers for groups
up to 6 persons.
tofinocoastalsportfishing.com
tofinocoastalsportfishing
@hotmail.com
Fish for Salmon and Halibut,
Saltwater Flyfishing, Lake
and River Trips, Year Round,
Local Guides, All Meals
Included
sea kayaking
Rainforest Kayak
Box 511, Tofino BC
250.725-3117
www.rainforestkayak.com
Coastal kayaking veterans
Dan Lewis and Bonny Glambeck offer a range of fun
and informative multi-day
instructional courses and
guided tours.
Remote Passages Kayaking
@ Wharf Street
in the big red boathouse
1-800.666-9833
www.remotepassages.com
Their seakayaking daytrips
will quickly take you from
the bustle of Tofino to where
rainforest, beaches and tidal
flats surround you. No experience required as lessons
are included.
www.tofinotime.com
Learn to surf with Canada’s
best known pros and local
surfers. Expert and comprehensive instruction for
beginners to advanced levels.
Live to Surf
1180 Pacific Rim Highway
250.725-4464
www.livetosurf.com
Live To Surf is the Original
Tofino Surf shop that provides Surf, Skate and Skim,
Sales, Rentals, and Lessons
for all ages. Visit the shop
with experience.
Long Beach Surf Shop
630 Campbell St.
250.725-3800
[email protected]
Tofino’s smallest surf shop.
Has a huge selection of
rental and retail surf gear.
Also carrying Tofino’s largest
selection of CD's and vinyl.
Lowest rental rates.
Storm Surf
440 Campbell Street
250.725-3344
625 Campbell Street
250.725-4456
1.877.724-SURF
www.surfsister.com
Learn to surf with Canada’s
only women’s surf school.
Daily lessons (guys welcome),
weekend clinics, teen camps,
yoga surf retreats, and
mother/daughter camps.
Westside Surf School
250.725-2404
www.westsidesurfschool.com
Tofino’s finest surfschool using
the most advanced techniques
acquired over a decade of
teaching by director Sepp Bruhwiler, Canada’s internationally
known pro.
4th Street Natural Market
4th & Campbell Street
250.725-2747
Fresh, certified organic, local,
natural, fair trade: produce,
groceries, dry goods, snacks,
meat, dairy and alternatives;
biodegradable and/or recycled household items. Wheat
and Gluten free items.
L.A. Grocery
131 First Street
250.725-4251
Large convenience store in
the heart of town — everything you might need in a
pinch. Selection of videos
for rent. Open till eleven!
Tofino Co-op
140 First Street
250.725-3226
250.725-3178 Fax
[email protected]
The Co-op features the
freshest of produce, hot and
cold deli selections, a full
service meat department, as
well as a full line of groceries.
Trilogy Fish Company Ltd.
food stores
Beaches Grocery
250.725-2270
Convenience store with a
selection of specialty foods.
Local produce and freshly
baked bread.
630 Campbell Street
250.725-2233
250.725-2234 Fax
[email protected]
www.trilogyfish.com
More than just a fish store!
On the waterfront enjoy JJ
Bean Coffee to go. Also, sandwiches. And chowder made
with our fresh local seafood.
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Tofino Ospray Lodge
camping
Bella Pacifica
bed & breakfast
450 Neill Street
250.725-2669
[email protected]
www.tofinolodge.com
400 MacKenzie Beach Road
250.725-3400
Convenient in town location
with 3 comfortable rooms—
king, queen or twin with
private bathrooms,private
entrance, guest lounge and
full breakfast.Outdoor smoking. No pets. Affordable
fishing packages available.
www.bellapacifica.com
[email protected]
Tofino by the Beach
Crystal Cove Beach Resort
1277 Lynn Road
250.725-2441
1165 Cedarwood Place
250.725-4213
www.tofinobythebeach.com
[email protected]
www.crystalcove.cc
African Beach Cabin
Chelsea’s B&B
Paddlers’ Inn
1250 Lynn Road
250.725-4465
615 Pfeiffer Crescent
250.725-2895
320 Main Street
250.725-4222
www.africanbeach.com
[email protected]
www.island.net/~bbtofino
African-themed cabin in the
forest across the road from
Chesterman Beach. Gourmet
breakfast served.
Beach Break Lodge B&B
1337 Chesterman Beach Rd.
250.725-3883
877.727-3883
www.beachbreaklodge.com
Spectacular, oceanfront
executive suites on Chesterman Beach. Bedroom, living
room, kitchen nook and huge
ensuite. King size beds, fireplaces, private hot tubs, patios
and heated slate floors.
Cedar Street Guest House
290 Cedar Street
250.725-3996
www.cedarstreetguesthouse.com
[email protected]
Enjoy sunset waterview, comfortable two room suites, quiet
side street, close to town and
Tonquin Beach. In-house library,
telephone. No smoking, no pets.
Chesterman Beach B&B
Centrally located with stunning
views of Clayoquot Sound.
King & queen rooms, ensuite
bathrooms, comfortable guest
lounge,TV/VCR. Warm & friendly
hospitality, lovely full breakfast served.
Clayoquot Retreat B&B
120 Arnet Road
250.725-3305
[email protected]
www.clayoquotretreat.com
Oceanfront view rooms with
private full baths, TV, small
fridges in room, seaside hottub, delicious homebaked full
breakfast in the privacy of
your room.
Crabdock Guesthouse
310 Olson Road
250.725-2911
www.crabdock.com
Located steps away from
the crab dock and Tofino
harbour makes this an ideal
location for everyone. Hot
tub! Full breakfast served.
1345 Chesterman Beach Rd
250.725-3726
Jensens Bay B&B
www.chestermanbeach.net
[email protected]
902 Jensens Bay Road
250.725-1259
1-877.725-1264
Tofino’s first B&B since 1984,
beachfront with extraordinary
views of the rolling surf and
rocky headlands, 3 unique
private suites, some with
jetted tubs or fireplaces
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www.jensensbay.com
[email protected]
Waterfront heritage building
in the Tofino harbour.
Seafarers B&B
1212 Lynn Road
250.725-1267
www.seafarersbb.com
Luxurious rooms, imaginatively decorated, featuring
king size beds, TV, VCR and
down comforters. First class
breakfast in dining room.
Solwood B&B
1298 Lynn Road
250.725-2112
1-866.725-2112
Quiet adult oriented home in
a forested site on Chesterman
Beach. Rooms have ocean
views, queen beds, bathrooms
ensuite. Continental breakfast
served to rooms.
Tofino Sunrise Inn
www.solwood.ca
[email protected]
250.725-2590
Located in the forest gardens
of Chesterman Beach, Solwood
provides both inexpensive and
luxury accommodation. Perfect for a romantic get-away,
family or group holiday.
www.tofinosunrise.com
The Tides Inn
160 Arnet Road
250.725-3765
www.tidesinntofino.com
Explore the shoreline and
tidal pools, take a stroll to
Tonquin Beach or the village
of Tofino. View of Duffin
Cove from your spacious
room or seaside deck. Full
home-made breakfasts.
Waterfront location on the edge
of Browning Passage. Enjoy
the pristine rainforest surroundings and delicious breakfast
in the morning. Steps from
Tofino Botanical Gardens.
Private oceanfront and wilderness setting, 3 washrooms, pay
showers, laundry facilities, public pay phones and both ice and
firewood, picnic tables and
firepit, dogs are welcome.
Family-oriented resort providing serviced RV sites & tent
campground. Free hot showers, firewood & morning coffee! Pet friendly beachfront
log cabins, with fireplaces,
hot tubs & kids playground.
dormitories
at Tofino Botanical Gardens
250.725-1220
tofinobotanicalgardens.com
[email protected]
Dormitory-style accommodation for students, researchers,
naturalists and artists. Educational programs, kitchen,
dining, wifi, laundry. $32/bunk
includes admission to 12 acres
of waterfront gardens. Linens
& duvets provided.
Private entry full ensuite rooms.
Located in rainforest setting
only a minute stroll to Chesterman Beach. “West Coast” continental breakfast served to room.
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hotels/lodges
Crystal Cove Beach Resort
Cable Cove Inn
1165 Cedarwood Place
250.725-4213
201 Main Street
250.725-4236
www.crystalcove.cc
www.cablecoveinn.com
We offer six beautifully decorated romantic rooms all with
fireplace, private oceanfront
decks and either a private
hot-tub or marble jacuzzi tub.
Modern beachfront log cabins
with kitchens & BBQ’s on the
deck, some with fireplaces &
hot tubs — a luxurious family
getaway or private retreat.
RV sites, tent camping & children’s playground. Pet friendly
Dolphin Motel
1190 Pacific Rim Hwy.
250.725-3377
www.dolphinmotel.ca
Only five minutes to Chesterman Beach. The Dolphin’s one
and two bedroom units all have
private bathrooms. Some units
with kitchenettes and access to
the BBQ area.
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House of Himwitsa Lodge
Mini Motel
Tofino Swell Lodge
300 Main Street
250.725-2017
250.725-2361 Fax
800.899-1947 Toll Free
350 Olsen Road
250.725-3441
341 Olson Road
250.725-3274
www.tofinoninletcottages.com
[email protected]
[email protected]
www.himwitsa.com
Featuring First Nations artwork, masks, totems, basketry, original jewellry,
gold & silver. Owned by
First Nations people.
Set in a waterfront garden
of rhododendrons and azaleas,
our A-frame cabins offer
peaceful privacy. Located
close to village attractions,
yet right on the water.
Long Beach Lodge
Pacific Sands
250.725-2442
1.877.844.7873
Cox Bay
250.725-3322
250.725-3155 Fax
800.565-2322 Toll free
Weigh West Resort
www.pacificsands.com
[email protected]
www.weighwest.com
www.longbeachlodgeresort.com
Luxurious beachfront resort
for the discerning traveller,
at Cox Bay. The cedar shingled lodge offers 5 star
amenities and casual service
in a rustic setting.
Fully equipped Villas & Suites
located beachfront on Cox
Bay. All units with kitchen
and fireplaces. Your hosts
The Pettingers.
Middle Beach Lodge
400 MacKenzie Beach Rd.
250.725-2900
www.middlebeach.com
Two rustic post and beam
lodges, complemented
inside by massive stone fireplaces and antique nautical
furnishings. Located on
headlands it offers spectacular views from the
guest suites and cabins.
www.tofinotime.com
With its seven tastefully
appointed rooms, this
waterfront lodge is a great
place for group hospitality.
Complete with common
areas, gourmet kitchen,
patio BBQ, large hot tub and
private dock. Views of
Meares Island!
634 Campbell Street
250.725-3277
Centrally located within the
Tofino harbour, with its own
private moorage, the Weigh
West Resort offers the perfect setting for fishermen,
boaters and adventurers
alike.
The Inn at Tough City
350 Main Street
250.725-2021
1.877.725.2021
www.toughcity.com
Beautiful stained glass &
brick building located on
the harbourfront, with 8
gorgeous view rooms. Private baths, balconies, down
duvets, deep soaker tubs &
fireplaces.
The Wickaninnish Inn
Osprey Lane
250.725-3100
250.725-3110 Fax
800.333-4604 Reservations
[email protected]
www.wickinn.com
Tofino’s award winning oceanfront inn, located on a rocky
promontory at Chesterman
Beach. World renowned for its
cuisine, service & location,
the inn features the Ancient
Cedars Spa and the Pointe
Restaurant. A supreme west
coast experience.
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vacation rentals
Abalone Inn
250.726-6656
www.tofinoinn.com
[email protected]
3 minute walk to Chesterman
Beach, this new, completely
private, fully equipped 3 bedroom cabin with hot tub is
perfect for 6-8 guests.
Blue Heron House
925 Sandpiper Place
877.906-2326
250.725-2866
www.blueheronhouse.ca
Situated on Jensen’s Bay
bird sanctuary. Post and beam
interior, wood plank fir floors,
large soaker tub. Ideal group
size for this 3 bedroom suite
is 6-8 guests.
Bluewater Beach Homes
Box 433, Tofino BC V0R 2Z0
250.725-4430
250.725-8833
[email protected]
Beautiful waterfront locations
include Chesterman Beach,
Tonquin Park and Tofino’s
picturesque waterfront. We
offer an exclusive selection
of privately owned homes,
cottages, condos and suites.
Casa Vedova
250.725-1215
www.casavedova.com
[email protected]
Perfectly Westcoast with Mediterranean flair. Minutes to village and ocean beaches, the
cottage sleeps 2-4. Full bath/
shower, kitchenette. Beautiful
warm clearing in the middle
of old growth forest.
Clayoquot Cedar House
Pacific Coast Retreats
One bedroom private suite
with full kitchen.
250.725-2421
Box 336, Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0
250.725-3906
Sandpiper Beachhouse
www.clayoquotassociates.com
www.pacificcoastretreats.com
[email protected]
250.725-3417
From rustic to luxurious, we
offer exquisite privately owned
vacation homes, condos and
cottages on Chesterman Beach
and Tofino’s beautiful waterfront. All our accommodations
are fully equipped, fireplaces
and hot tub.
Experience the beauty, grace
and peace of the west coast
in this architecturally
designed home that shows
the true character of Tofino.
Pet friendly.
Custom-built vacation home,
located next to Tofino’s best
surf and sand, experience
spacious west coast living in
the dramatic coastal forest.
Sleeps six.
Cobble Wood Guesthouse Suites
1115 Fellowship Drive
250.725-2742
250.725-2704 fax
1560 Fort Street,
Victoria, BC V8S 5J2
1-866-595-8989
www.tofinovacation.com
[email protected]
Cobble Wood Guesthouse offers
self-contained suites with
kitchenettes, private entrances,
ensuites, optional romantic fireplace/jacuzzi, cedar deck/patio,
walk to beaches, botanical
gardens and bird sanctuary.
Eik Landing
250.725.2570
www.eiklanding.com
[email protected]
Fantastic, unobstructed views
on Tofino's charming and picturesque harbour. These gorgeous privately owned homes
range from 1 - 2 bedrooms.
Within easy walking distance
to Tofino village.
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Judi’s Seaside Cottages
250.725-3373
250.725-3114 fax
[email protected]
Very private waterfront
cottages and homes. Fully
equipped, fireplaces, cozy
west coast casual. Sleeps 2-6
Ocean Dream
250.725-4282
www.oceandream.ca
Inlet oceanfront cottage
on peaceful, private beach.
Self contained. Large deck
and BBQ.
platinumvacationgroup.com
[email protected]
Platinum has an outstanding
selection of waterfront and
oceanview vacation homes
throughout Tofino. We provide short term rentals to fit
all budgets.
Rainforest Retreat
Box 932 - 901 Sandpiper Plc.
Tofino, BC VOR 2Z0
250.725-3882
Denise Kimoto
[email protected]
Relax on your own private
deck in Clayoquot’s old
growth forest, two minute
walk from Chesterman beach.
[email protected]
Seashack Beach Cottage
1273 Lynn Road
250.725-4430
250.725-8833
www.tofinoseashack.com
Beautiful, private cottage for
two on Chesterman beach with
spectacular views. A very
romantic retreat with all
amenities. Well-behaved
dogs welcome.
Sea Star Beach Retreat
1294 Lynn Road
250.725-2041
1.866.443.STAR (7827)
www.seastar-tofino.com
[email protected]
Fully private suites available for families, couples or
singles. Relax in comfort in
your “home away from home”.
Outdoor hot-tub. Across from
Chesterman Beach.
www.tofinotime.com
South Chesterman Beach
Tigh-Na-Clayoquot
430 Campbell Street
250.725.2779
877-799-2779
1040 Campbell Street
250.725-4490
southchestermantofino.com
[email protected]
Located at the south end of
Chesterman Beach, all suites
are privately owned and have
been designed with for comfort. Suites range from one to
three bedrooms and offer full
custom kitchens.
www.tofino-holidays.com
[email protected]
Fully equipped three bedroom
cottage; patio, BBQ, uniquely
Tofino custom beds. Private
boardwalk to secluded inlet
beach, minutes to ocean
beaches and shops.
Tofino Beach Homes
250.725-2570
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Tofino Seascape
Viewwest Rentals
real estate
1289 Lynn Road
604 926-2828
949 Sandpiper Place
250.726.5209
1-888-448-4141 Toll free
Re⁄Max: Linda Pettinger
www.tofinoseascape.com
[email protected]
Oceanfront executive home
with spectacular views, fully
equipped country kitchen, two
fireplaces, large deck, pets with
responsible owners welcome.
[email protected]
www.tofinobeach.com
Tofino Vacation Rentals
Fabulous, privately-owned,
oceanfront vacation homes.
Exclusive to Chesterman Beach.
Ranging from 1-3 bedrooms
and most ‘pet friendly.’
430 Campbell Street
250.725.2779
877-799-2779 Toll free
www.tofinovr.com
southchestermantofino.com
[email protected]
Tofino’s premier vacation rental
management service since 1998.
From beachfront homes, cottages and townhomes on
spectacular Chesterman Beach
to stunning oceanfront homes,
cottages and condos in the
Tofino area. We have something
for everyone!
www.viewwest.com
[email protected]
New luxury cedar homes, minutes from Chesterman Beach.
Private premier locations. Hot
tubs, sauna, pool table, barbecue, fully equipped kitchens,
laundry facilities. Great for
families.
311 Neill Street
250.725-3969
250.725-2039 Fax
800. 316-0130 Toll Free
www.tofinorealty.com
[email protected]
Real estate agent for
Re/Max in Tofino. Realtor
Linda Pettinger delivers
results with the largest portfolio of Tofino properties.
Vista Hermosa
250 Main Street
250.725-3906
www.vistahermosa.ca
[email protected]
This cliff top oceanview
vacation home offers spectacular views over Tofino harbour and Meares Island, fully
equipped custom kitchen,
living room with fireplace,
1000 sq.ft. oceanview deck,
hot tub, BBQ, deck furniture.
Re⁄Max: Jim Schwartz
311 Neill Street
250.725.3419
250.725.2183 Fax
877. 999-4888 Toll Free
www.tofinohomes.com
[email protected]
Jim Schwartz has been a resident of Tofino for 30 years.
Services offered in residential,
commercial and remote properties as well as a development consultant.
Zoe’s at North Beach
1216 Lynn Road
250.725-2500
www.zoesatnorthbeach.com
[email protected]
Enjoy the casual atmosphere
of Zoe’s at beautiful Chesterman Beach. Down duvets, hot
tub, wrap around deck, fireplace and bbq. Perfect getaway for friends and families
Stormfront
606 Pfeiffer Crescent
250.725.3797
604.662-7209
www.stormfrontbc.com
[email protected]
Two fabulous luxury private
suites: Beautiful harbour views.
Private entrances. Quiet. Continental breakfast supplied.
Walk to restaurants & stores.
5 min drive to all beaches.
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restaurants
Long Beach Lodge
Blue Heron Restaurant
250.725-2442
1.877.844.7873
634 Campbell Street
at the Weigh West
250.725-3277
www.weighwest.com
Built on stilts, extended
over the inlet, this dining
room offers a unique ambience. Enjoy the extensive
menu with a view of the
harbour.
Breaker’s Deli
www.longbeachlodgeresort.com
Spectacular beachfront dining.
Wonderful hand-crafted food
featuring only
the freshest
of seasonal,
local, organic
ingredients,
served in an
unpretentious
manner.
430 Campbell Street
250.725 2558
www.breakersdeli.com
The best place to refuel!
Awesome burritos, wholewheat pizza, gourmet sandwiches, salads and salsas.
All day breakfast, smoothies
and organic coffee! Open
early to late!
Common Loaf Bake Shop
180 First Street
250.725-3915
Tofino’s famous wholefoods
bake shop. Breads, muffins,
cinnies and cakes. Organic dark
roast coffees. Pizza by
the slice, soups, sandwiches,
enchiladas, curries, salads.
Licensed!
Gary’s Kitchen
308 Neil Street
250.725-3921
Chinese and Western food,
quick and fresh daily specials,
family menu, with burgers, fish
& chips and sea food. Open 7
days a week, located next to
the liquor store.
Jupiter Juice Bar
451 Main Street
(Big Yellow building)
Local energy recharge station.
Custom-squeezed juices
made to order; fresh baked
goods and kickin’ coffee.
Raincoast Café
Shelter Restaurant
event services
101-120 Fourth Street
250.725-2215
601 Campbell Street
250.725-3353
Clayoquot Cuisine
[email protected]
www.raincoastcafe.com
www.shelterrestaurant.com
250.266.6060 Cell
250.725-1234 Home
Tofino’s stylish and bustling
restaurant overlooking Clayoquot Sound. Fresh seafood
and local foods creatively
served. Outside patio, open
kitchen, and cheerful service.
Modern food for modern people.
Offering an innovative menu in
an intimate setting from 5:30pm
daily. Live music and special
events to be announced.
Reservations recommended.
[email protected]
Mark Wrigley, Chef de Cuisine
will be offering his exquisite
culinary skills for you and your
friends in the comfort of your
own home or personal lodgings.
SoBo
The Pointe Restaurant
in the Botanical Gardens
250.725-2341
Osprey Lane
250.725-3106
[email protected]
www.wickinn.com
Exquisite food, remarkable
wines and an elegantly rustic
ambiance. Superb breakfast,
lunch and dinner with panoramic views of Chesterman
Beach and the open ocean.
Don’t miss the salmon barbecue brunch in the summer!
Schooner Restaurant
331 Campbell Street
250.725-3444
[email protected]
A cozy, romantic restaurant,
showcasing Vancouver Island’s
seafood, organic poultry
and perfectly aged meat.
Award winning wine list.
Sea Shanty Restaurant
300 Main Street
250.725-2017
250.725-2361 Fax
800.899-1947 Toll Free
Specializing in fresh local
seafood. Waterfront dining.
Situated above the First
Street Dock with a breathtaking view of Clayoquot
Sound. Daily 11am-9pm.
Licensed. Outdoor seating.
[email protected]
www.sobo.ca
Sobo is Tofino’s most unique
eatery. The purple catering
truck uses many local ingrediants to create simple fresh
handmade food for locals
and visitors alike
Crabapple Floral Designs
310 Olsen Road
250.725-2911
250.725-2911 Fax
[email protected]
www.crabapplefloral.com
Creative floral designs with a
west coast flair. Garden style
arrangements with natural
greenery. Imaginative accessories & flowers for weddings
and special occasions.
Tough City Sushi
350 Main Street
250.725-2021
www.toughcity.com
Authentic Japanese sushi
bar and west coast cuisine.
At the Inn at Tough City, with
harbour views, waterfront
patio. Uniquely decorated
with collectibles.
Tofitian Productions
Box 362,Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0
250.726-5363
[email protected]
www.tofitian.com
Multimedia event production,
from weddings and parties to
concerts. Live sound and
visual projection, complete
corporate services.
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Tofino Picnics
body & soul
250.726-8161
Anahata Yoga
www.tofinopicnics.com
[email protected]
Gourmet picnics featuring
the best of the west coast.
Romantic picnics for two,
groups, breakfast-in-bed.
Delivered with everything
you'll need to dine in style.
West Coast Weddings & Events
250.725-2213
250.266-2094 cell
[email protected]
WCWE services include event
consultations and referrals for
all wedding and event requirements such as hairdressers,
florist, musicians, photographers, private caterers, local
activities and excursions.
250.725-8363
www.anahatayoga.info
[email protected]
Drop-in classes at a variety of
Tofino locations with Natalie
Rousseau ERYT. Private classes
for the group or individual
available upon request.
Vinyasa, Hatha, Pre-Natal.
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Ancient Cedars Spa
Healing Grounds Spa
Reflections Retreat
Osprey Lane
250.725-3113
250.725-3110 Fax
Clayoquot Widerness Resort
250.726-8235
656 Shore Pine Cresent
250.725-4448
www.wildretreat.com
[email protected]
www.wickinn.com/spa
Nestled among lush fern gardens and ancient cedars, a
campus of artfully composed
treatment rooms and intimate
spaces welcomes day and
overnight guests to our
beautiful new spa.
reflectionsholisticretreat.com
[email protected]
Extremely beautiful in its
setting between wild Pacific
Ocean and old-growth forest.
Ancient Cedars Spa enhances
the magical guest experience
of this resort haven, known as
a retreat for ‘nature’s dramas’
and epicurean excellence.
Deb’s Beauty and Spa
161 Fourth Street
250.725-2099
A full service beauty spa
offering esthetics, hair,
tanning, massage and reiki.
Tofino’s original house of
beauty! Open 7 days a week.
Quality therapeutic treatments
for your whole being. Massage,
Acupressure, Reiki, Hot
LaStones, Lomi Lomi, Thai
Massage, yoga, scrubs & wraps,
holistic facials, infrared sauna.
Healing Springs Spa
Sacred Stone Wellness
250.726-5551
421 Main Street
250.725-3341
[email protected]
Transformational bodywork
promoting relaxation,
awareness and compassionate healing. Light & Deep
Swedish Massage, Shiatsu,
Hot Stone Massage, Transformational Accupressure,
Traditional Chinese Meridian
Massage, Energetic & Plant
Medicines. Experience Bliss.
www.sacredstone.ca
Lotus Spa & Yoga
250.725-4278
20 years of professional
expertise: Swedish Massage,
Trager®, Hot Stones, CranioSacral, Accupressure, Reiki,
& Therapeutic Touch in a
spectacular garden studio
setting. Highest ratings with
TofinoTime readers.
Mobile in Tofino
250.266-0224
Delivering holistic spa treatments to your home or vacation accommodation. facials,
massage, manicures, pedicures, private yoga instruction. Using Dragonfly Moon
natural products.
Tofino’s ‘Best Spa!’ An array of
Body Therapies & Spa Treatments; Swedish massage,
Shiatsu, Thai Body treatments,
Facials, Hot Stones & Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Body, Mind, Spirit, Balance
Thérèse Bouchard
Tofino Massage Works
250.725-2588
www.tofinomassage.ca
[email protected]
Give us your body for an
hour and we’ll give you back
your state of mind. Come
experience the transformation that occurs by surrendering to healing hands.
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Tofino General Hospital
Canada Post Tofino
261 Neil St.
250 725 3212
161 First St.
250 725 3734
Tonquin Medical Clinic
Wickaninnish Community
School
Raincoast Interpretive
Center
431 Gibson St.
250 725 3254 Elmt.
250 725 2555 Cmn.
451 Main St.
250 725 2560
220 First St
250 725 3282
RCMP Tofino Branch
400 Campbell St.
250 725 3242
Emer. 911
Fire Department
Royal Canadian Legion
Ucluelet Secondary School
1450 Peninsula Rd.
Ucluelet
250 726 7796
Fisheries & Oceans
Emrg. 911
Tofino Public Library
Ambulance
Emrg. 911
331 Main St.
Legion Basement
250 725 3713
Tofino Municipal Office
121 Third St.
250 725 3229 ph
250 725 3775 fx
www.tofino.ca
[email protected]
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Branch 65 Clayoquot
331 Main St.
250 725 3361
161 First St.
250 725 3500
250 725 2009
Pacific Rim National Park
250 726 7721
Open Wedensday 3-7
Thursday 3-7 Friday 3-7
Saturday 10-12 & 1-5
Clayoquot Sound Central
Regional Board
Tofino Taxi
250 725 3333
Tourist Information
Center
1426 Pacific Rim Hwy
250 725 3414
Wet Coast Towing
250 726 8312
www.tofinotime.com
box 362
tofino, bc
canada V0R 2Z0
phone: 250-725-4468
fax:
250-725-4469
[email protected]
graphic design and internet solutions
www.tofinotime.com
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on page 39
for details
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Schooner Cove Trail
From the parking lot it’s about a 2km
return trip over fairly easy terrain to
the northernmost end of Long Beach.
Turn right when you hit the beach
and go around the corner. A good
place to go to get out of the afternoon westerly winds in the summer.
Spruce Fringe
Perched on the edge of the salty
Pacific Ocean the forest here is an
example of survival of the fittest.
The trail is well marked with interpretive plaques that offer botanical
information and descriptions. The
1.5km trail is moderate in difficulty
with only one set of stairs to climb.
Rain Forest
2km trail that crisscrosses the highway takes a half hour to walk. The
boardwalk takes you through a classic temperate coastal rainforest,
offering interpretive plaques and
many opportunities for investigation. Salmon spawning streams and
giant old growth cedars are only a
couple of the wonders to be seen.
Shoreline Bog
Growing like a bonsai garden, the
forest in this bog is stunning. Winding through it is a wide and comfortable boardwalk, making it accessible
to young and old. The area owes its
peculiar appearance to the acidic
soil that stunts and deforms all that
grows there. Trees hundreds of years
Radar
Hill
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Schooner
Cove
Long
Beach
old, may be only just overhead. The
800m loop takes approximately 20
to 30 minutes to walk and is wheelchair compatible.
Wickaninnish Trail
A historic trail that has its roots as
both an aboriginal path and an early
pioneer roadway. Connecting the
south end of Long Beach and Florencia Bay this 5km loop passes through
many different forest structures.
Named after the Nuu-Chah-Nulth
leader Chief Wickaninnish.
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Point
Kennedy Lake
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Combers
Beach
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Wickaninnish Rd.
Wickaninnish
Beach
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Florencia
Bay
South Beach
Willowbrae Trail
Starting behind the Wickaninnish
Centre this 1.5km round trip takes
you to one of the best beaches on
the west coast for storm watching.
Thanks to the funnelling action of
the rocky headlands, South Beach
tends to get bigger waves than the
surrounding area. Beware of wave
surges that can quickly catch you off
guard. The pebble beach offers great
picnicking in the summer.
This 3km return trip takes you down
one of the original “corduroy” roads
that was used to travel between
Tofino and Ucluelet. All around you
there is evidence of the pioneers
that once tried to tame the area. You
can still see the notches made by
axes of early loggers as they cleared
some of the early homesteads.
Gold Mine
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Half Moon Bay
Branching off from the end of the
Willowbrae trail this path offers
some of the most spectacular vistas
in the park. Up top you wander past
massive ancient cedars and then
descend down to Half Moon Bay
under giant twisted spruce trees that
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Willowbrae Road
Ucluelet
have been turned like cork screws by
the coastal storms. The boardwalk
down to the beach is very steep and
not recommended for everyone.

TofinoTime Magazine September 2006

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