Sechelt
& Gibsons
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Sechelt
& Gibsons
British
Columbia's Lower Sunshine Coast
The
area from Gibsons to Lund and Desolation Sound Provincial Park is
known as the Sunshine Coast. The area is aptly named because of
its predominantly sunny weather but it is more than just the sunshine
that attracts residents and visitors alike. The majestic coastal
range serves as a backdrop to the unexpected explosions of green
from the numerous islands that fill Howe Sound. The Lower Sunshine
Coast is a changing blend of seascapes, mountains and forests and
is steeped in the history of its first inhabitants, the Sechelt
people.
The
Sunshine Coast boasts some of the best salmon fishing in B.C., spectacular
scuba diving, great camping; a network of hiking and biking trails;
a vibrant and active arts community and an atmosphere of friendliness.
The
Lower Sunshine Coast is composed of a number of small communities
with such intriguing names as Gibsons, Sechelt, Halfmoon Bay, Pender
Harbour and Earl's Cove. Each community has something special to
offer the visitor; whether it be the Sechelt Nation's Museum in
Sechelt, the Bird Sanctuary at Halfmoon Bay or Ruby Lake, the world's
only fresh water lake where cutthroat salmon spawn. From spectacular
scenery to exciting outdoor recreation possibilities, the Sunshine
Coast is a magnet for the outdoor enthusiast.
Population:
Sechelt - 6,843 Gibsons - 3,652
Access:
BC Ferries takes you from Horseshoe Bay to Langdale where you can
begin your adventures on the Sunshine Coast. There is also service
by a local airlines and bus.
Local
Attractions: Gibsons - Gibson's Landing (where the TV show,
"the Beachcombers", was filmed), Elphinstone Museum, Cliff
Gilker Regional Park, pulp & paper mill tours, art gallery
Sechelt - Sechelt Nation's Museum, Festival of the Written Arts,
Storytelling Festival, golf course. Porpoise Bay Provincial Parks,
Chatterbox Falls, Arts centre, Fish Hatchery, Sechelt Indian Totem
Poles, Sechelt Marsh, Tems Swiya Museum
Halfmoon Bay - Bird Sanctuary, Halfmoon Bay Country Fair, Smuggler's
Cove Provincial Park
Madiera Park - Kathrine Lake Egmont - Skookumchuck Narrows Provincial
Park
May - Maritime History Weekend August - Festival of Written Arts,
Fishing Derby
Accommodations:
There are many motel/hotel accommodations in the area, plus lodges,
resorts and private or provincial campsites.
For
Information:
Sechelt Travel InfoCentre, 5555 Highway 101, Box 360, Sechelt, B.C.
V0N 3A0
Tel (604) 885-3100 Fax (604) 885-9538
Southwestern B.C. Tourism, #204-1755 West Broadway, Vancouver, B.C.
V6J 4S5
Tel (604) 739-9011 Fax (604) 739-0153 1-800-667-3306
Langley
and Fort Langley combine the best of amenities of city living
with the peaceful sustenance of a more rural lifestyle,
earning it the name "The Country Side of Vancouver". Bustling
civic development and a beautiful pastoral landscape make
the community of Langley a fine place to live and to visit.
Stretching from the south bank of the Fraser River to the
U.S. border, Langley actually refers to two municipalities:
The City of Langley and the Township of Langley.
Langley,
where the city meets the country, offers an eclectic blend
of urban pursuits, cultural activities and rural rambles.
With its great number of horses per capita it has become
known as the "Horse Capital of BC". The nearby Vancouver
Game Farm can offer a glimpse of BC's wildlife. The surrounding
countryside lends itself to hiking, biking, riding, camping
and other activities.
The
visitor should not leave the area without a visit to Fort
Langley, British Columbia's birthplace. The community offers
not only cozy cafes, quaint shops, galleries and stores
but also a historic component that is fascinating. Visit
the Fort Langley Historic Site where you can step back in
time at the original site of the Hudson Bay Company trading
post. Fort Langley National Historic Park contains the restored
fort and buildings from the 19th century. Re-enactments
and living exhibits bring this colourful part of Brtiish
Columbia's past back to life.
Three
regional parks in the vicinity serve walkers, hiker, equestrians,
fishers and history buffs
Accommodation/Adventure
Providers
Greater Vancouver Zoo: Discover the sights & sounds of over 600 different animals on 120 acres in the Fraser Valley. Enjoy the narrated Safari Express Miniature Train, Bird of Prey presentation & Safari Bus Tour. Bring your bike, blades, or tour the Zoo on a Quadra-cycle. Sleepover ... more
Harbour Air Seaplanes: Harbour Air is the world’s largest all-seaplane airline, offering frequent scheduled flights between the Lower Mainland and the Islands, as well as scenic tours and private charters. All services are carbon neutral and include a high quality carbon offset. more
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Accommodations:
There are a variety of hotel/motel accommodations available
in Langley with a number of campsites close to the city.
Many regional and provincial campsites are in the area.
Population:
97,500.
Elevation:
11 m. (36 ft.).
Main
Industries: manufacturing, transportation, services,
agriculture
Climate:
moderate, coastal-marine, characterized by a long frost-free
growing season, mild wet winters, warm summers and relatively
high levels of precipitation (average 1,400mm/55inches).
Access:
Langley is located 45 km (28 mi.) east of Vancouver
and can be accessed from Highway 1 or Highway 10.
Recreation
Facilities & Activities: golf courses, campsites, cycling
trails, fishing, skating rink, aquatic centre, pool hall,
bowling alley, water park, hiking, horseback riding, library,
soccer fields, tennis courts, wave pool.
Local
Attractions: community of Fort Langley, Fort Langley
Historic Site, hot air balloon rides, art gallery, craft
shops, Langley Centennial Museum, Langley Playhouse, estate
winery, Nicomekl River nature preserve, paddle wheeler boat
tours of the river, A Day in the Country (Introduction to
Horses), BC Wildlife Conservation Park
February
- Heritage Week
April
- Candlelight tour/Ft. Langley
May
- Langley Walk, Victoria Day & May Day celebrations
June
- Country Days, Little Britches Rodeo
July
- Canada Day Celebrations
August
- Quarter Midget Racing, Fur Brigade Days, Fort Festival
of the Performing Arts, Artists at work, Grand Prix, Arts
Alive
September
- Fraser Relay, Cranberry Festival, Heritage Harvest Special
Event
November
- Douglas Day
December
- Christmas Festival, Pioneer Christmas
For
Information:
Fort Langley Tourist InfoCentre
23325 Mavis St., Fort Langley, BC
Telephone: (604) 888-1477
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Langley
Local
Attractions: community of Fort Langley, Fort Langley
Historic Site, hot air balloon rides, art gallery, craft
shops, Langley Centennial Museum, Langley Playhouse, estate
winery, Nicomekl River nature preserve, paddle wheeler boat
tours of the river, A Day in the Country (Introduction to
Horses), BC Wildlife Conservation Park
