Tofino Time Magazine January 2008

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TofinoTime Magazine
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January 2008 issue sixtynine dude!
Magazine in January 2008.
elcome to the
sixty-ninth issue
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
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The intent of this publication is to serve as a forum in
which the town of Tofino, its
people and all the activities
that make life here special are
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celebrated and promoted.
We hope to be supportive to
those in our community who
produce & organise all the
events that enhance our lives
and the time spent here by
our visitors.
Table of Content
January in Tofino
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Readers’ Choice 2007
5
Staying out of Deep Trouble 6
Tofino Tide Table
7
Stormwatching in Tofino
8
Healthy Living in Tofino
10
Artist Elissa Anthony
12
Artist Robert Rufus
13
Tofino History: Fred Tibbs 14
A Feisty One Online
16
RES Update
22
Wild Pacific Trail
24
Dynamite Dick
26
January Gardening
30
Tofino Profile:
Lise Saurette
32
January Horoscope
34
Community Calendar
36/37
Tofino Adventure Guide
38
Travel Info
42
Community Directory
44
Community Map
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and its community
January in Tofino
W
ell, here we go
Tofino, another
year down and
another fresh frosty one
laid out in front of us.
Here’s a toast to you and
the amazing job that you
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do as a community and as a
destination.
Sometimes it takes a bit of
a push, but there is plenty to
do to have fun at this time of
year. The storms are pumping
great surf onto the beaches and
dumping loads of snow on the
hills, so suit up or hit the road
— Mount Washington is only
a 3 hour drive away.
Seems that we have a lot
of interesting things on our
horizon, with the resort status
funds coming our way for
developing infrastructure and
all the great ideas spurned by
it. I’m sure that together as a
community we will make
So here’s wishing you a
some great decisions about the happy new year with all the
future and vision of Tofino.
health, wealth and success in
2008.
We hope that your getting
out there in the winter weather
and having fun.
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Tofino
Readers’ Choice AWards:
The Best of Tofino 2007
W
e’d love to hear what your favourites
of Tuff City are. Our lives are rich
in beauty and amenities; there are
few towns of 1500 that offer what Tofino does
to its residents. To cast your ballot just drop
this page into one of our submission boxes
located at Beaches and the Post Office or
you can also fax it into us at 250.725.4469.
This is meant as recognition of excellence
and not a competition.
fourth annual tofinotime magazine readers’ choice award • the best of tofino 2007
Favourite event of 2007
Favourite place for lunch
Favourite activity done while skipping work
Favourite place for dinner
Favourite spot to watch the sunset
Favourite place for dessert
Favourite escape from Tofino
Favourite place for a drink
Favourite place to be at 4:20pm
Favourite winelist
Favourite peoplewatching
Favourite place for food on the go
Favourite sporting activity
Favourite accommodation to recommend
Favourite place to relax
Favourite charter company
Favourite spa experience
Favourite surf company
Favourite place to get in the water
Favourite gallery
Favourite place for coffee
Favourite boutique
Favourite place for breakfast
Favourite new business of 2007
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Staying out
of Deep Trouble
by Dan Lewis
O
ne of the reasons
that sea kayaking
appeals so much is
that almost anybody can
do it. I’ve taken friends’
kids out for a little tool
around the bay, and I’ve
taken out folks well into
their seventies. I believe
that ocean paddling provides an opportunity for
everyone to get out there
and re-connect with
Nature.
With some basic
skills training, and sound
judgement, people of
many different abilities
can enjoy paddling in
their own style. For
some, this might be
relaxing, poking around
sheltered bays, and
checking out the marine
life, for others, this
might be the adrenalin
rush of surfing through
an ocean rock garden. It’s
important to recognise
and understand your
own style, so you can
articulate it to others,
and find people who
want to enjoy paddling
in the same way you do.
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When paddling styles are
not compatible, a compromise needs to be reached. If
the folks you paddle with
refuse to stop pushing you
beyond your limits, find
someone else to paddle withlikewise, if they are constantly holding you back.
Sometimes a trade-off needs
to be made, for example if
the other party is your
spouse, and you like to spend
time camping with them,
even though they don’t like
white-knuckle paddling.
A key here is to make
commitments, and to keep
them. Over time, Bonny and
I realised that in order for her
to feel safe paddling with me,
we had to agree to always stay
together, no matter how frustrated we might be. Now, we
always paddle side-by side,
about one boat length apart,
so we can carry on a conversation in calm conditions, or
at least hear each other when
paddling in winter gales.
When we look at incidents that happen in the
sport of sea kayaking, we
tend to focus on equipment,
paddling conditions, and
hard skills. We often fail to
consider the group dynamics
which may have played a role
in the situation. Maybe the
couple was having a big argument that morning, or the
person really didn’t feel comfortable going, but didn’t
want to ruin everyone’s day
by holding the group back.
In our courses, we teach
consensus decision making. It
is beyond the scope of this
article to describe it fully
here. Basically, it means that
when discussing trip plans,
everyone’s voice is heard. The
group jointly arrives at a plan
that everyone feels comfortable with.
Typically, the strongest
voices in the group are the
keeners, those who feel up to
a given challenge, and ready
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to go. But the most important voice to hear is actually
the dissenting voice, the one
which quietly says, “I don’t
think I will be able to cope if
the wind picks up as forecast”, or, “I’m feeling bagged
today, so I just don’t think I
will be able to make this
crossing”. Most often, this
person simply remains silent.
Of course, no one wants
to ruin a trip by expressing
doubts. At the same time, if
someone doesn’t feel comfortable, it would be best to
figure that out, and change
plans. This way, you never
get into the desperate situations that call for using any
of the rescues that we practice. By all means practice
rescues until you’re blue in
the face, but don’t actually
put yourself in situations
where you need to use them!
It’s really important to
have a group agreement that
it is safe to say “I’m afraid”
(or tired, or injured). If anyone actually finds the courage
to admit they don’t want to
go, their feelings must be
respected, and the group
must cheerfully alter plans to
make that person feel safe
again. Chances are, if one
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person in the group is having
doubts, they’re not the only
one. If someone actually
speaks up, you will often
notice the relief on other people’s faces, as the concerns
they dared not utter are
voiced.
This simple method of
consensus decision making,
with an atmosphere where it’s
okay to be honest about your
fears and concerns, and with
a solid respect for “no means
no”, can help prevent accidents from occurring. No
one need be scared away
from a fun sport that has so
much to offer such a wide
range of people.
Dan Lewis lives in Clayoquot Sound where he operates
Rainforest Kayak Adventures
with Bonny Glambeck. Phone
him at 1-877-422-wild, email
at mail@rainforestkayak.com
or check out his website at
www.rainforestkayak.com
TOFINO TIDES IN JANUARY
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O
by Adam Buskard
ver the last few years
the concept of heading to Tofino for a
vacation by the sea has evolved
in many ways. Tofino is no
longer just seen as a place to
enjoy the warm sunny days of
summer but as an exciting
and vibrant place to witness
and enjoy the ocean through
all the seasons.
most intense period lasts from
December through February.
Catching a big one takes
a bit of luck, but if you keep up
to date with developing storm
systems swirling through the
offshore waters you can increase
your chances. These powerful
storms are created by deep low
pressure systems that move up
into the Gulf of Alaska, generating storm fronts that spin off
Kayaking and Surfing
have both grown as adventure hitting the coast armed with
tourism activities on the water, hurricane force winds, torrential
rain and massive ocean swells
and so has the enjoyment of
viewing Tofino’s spectacular
that can swallow up small offwinter storms. The storm sea- shore islands in a single surge.
son generally starts in November and carries through till the
The best ways to track
late stages of spring, but the
these developing systems is
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through government meteorology websites and the marine
radio broadcasts. While in
Tofino, tuning in to the marine
radio broadcasts becomes a
play-by-play commentary for
the days performance. To wake
up in the morning and hear
“An intense front will move into
the offshore waters today and
cross the coast tonight. Storm
warning continued. Southeast
winds rising to storm force 50
knots to hurricane force 70 knots
today. Seas 4 to 5 meters rising to
7 to 9 meters. Outlook: Veering
to strong to gale force southerly
then backing to strong to gale
force southeast.” gets you out of
bed with the excitement of an
awaiting adventure.
with a latte in your hands and a
meal in front of you. To totally
immerse yourself in the environment get accommodation
in one of the many waterfront
b&b’s, lodges or vacation homes.
This way the excitement is at
your doorstep, and stunning
views can be enjoyed from the
comfort of a big chair and
shared with a good book and
a warm fire.
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 ways in which to
Adam has lived half his life
enjoy a big winter storm are as in Tofino, many of those years
varied as the people who desire on Frank Island, where Winter
to experience them. Getting
storms were hard to ignore.
all bundled up for a wet and
windy 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. For the more
indulgent and comfortable of
approaches, get yourself a ringside seat at one of the restaurants
located along the coastline.
Nothing compares to the experience of watching the surreal
images of the storm outside
from a warm and cozy lounge
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Best Spots to Watch
Wickaninnish Bay
Located at the south end
of Long Beach within the
Pacific Rim National Park,
this spot offers some of the
largest swells and concentration of driftwood in the
water.
Second Bay
To get to this spot you follow the trail that leads from
the Wickaninnish Interpretive Center. This pebble
beach gets large swells
funneled into it from outer
rocks and islands
Cox Bay
Known to be a focal point
for most direction of swells,
this spot gets the biggest
and most powerful waves.
Chesterman Beach
This residential beach, dotted
with B&B’s gives the most
varied of views. You can
watch massive rollers enter
the mouth of Cox Bay, towering waves crash onto Frank
Island or steep breaking
wave faces with the lighthouse in the background.
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Healthing living in
tofino
by Natalie Rousseau, eryt
T
he New Year is a great
time for making new
intentions and top on
the list of popular resolutions
is “to be more healthy”. At the
same time many of us suffer
from a feeling of let down
after the excitement of the
holiday and this combined
with less daylight and poor
weather can leave us feeling
heavy, depressed or sluggish.
Here are some suggestions to
keep you active and feeling
good this winter. Spring is just
around the corner!!
pass and try out the treadmill,
or start pumping some iron.
Weight bearing exercises do
your bones good and make
you feel better naked!
 Go for a Paddle or Surf
Get out on a kayak tour with
some of our great local companies or try out a surf lesson.
Guaranteed to put a smile on
your face and to be enjoyed
rain or shine.
 Get a Massage.
Tofino is blessed with an abundance of talented bodyworkers
 Go Beachcombing.
and I think that regular massage
Don’t let poor weather keep
is an important part of any selfyou indoors. Get your raingear care routine. It increases circulaon, borrow a friends dog and tion, releases muscular tension,
get yourself to the beach, see
and it encourages deep relaxwhat you can find or just enjoy ation – who doesn’t need that?
the dynamic scenery. Easy on
your joints and better than a
 Get in the Pool.
coffee for waking you up.
Go for a swim for an amazing
whole body workout or try
 Start Running.
something different with an
Join our local running club
Aqua-Fit class.
s.w.e.a.t. and start burning
up the bike path. Your heart
 Strengthen your
will thank you for it.
Mind-Body Connection.
Start a new low impact exercise
 Check out the Gym.
program like Tai-Chi, Qi-Gong,
If running in the rain doesn’t or Yoga and reap benefits you
inspire you get yourself a gym never imagined.
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 Learn Something New.
Tofino is very fortunate to have
two great bookstores. Try a new
cookbook to inspire you to eat
better or check out the health
and wellness section and find
something that appeals to you.
Remember that it is important
to keep your mind as well as
your body active for balanced
health.
 Eat More Organic
Foods and Local Seafood.
Support organic farming by
shopping at our local Natural
Foods Market and request that
the Co-Op bring in more of
what you’d like to see on the
shelves. Take advantage of the
abundance of local seafood
Tofino has to offer and support
local fishermen while supplying
your body with healthy fats and
minerals–important for a steady
mood and a sharp mind.
 Go for a Steam.
Sweat out the impurities (think
of all those Christmas spirits
and sugary treats…) and warm
yourself from the inside out
with a session at one of our
local spa’s steam rooms or
saunas. A nice relaxing treat
with many healthy benefits.
who have found relief from a
wide variety of symptoms from
weight loss to pain relief with
this ancient healing technique.
Our local alternative health care
team hold a wealth of information between them – book
yourself an appointment and
enjoy professional support on
your path to wellness.
 Volunteer.
Devote yourself to something
bigger than you and help others
in your community. There are
a number of worthy organisations in Tofino that rely on
the help of volunteers and this
is a great way to get out and
meet people. You’ll feel better
for making the effort
 Make Time for Friends.
Make time for the people who
love and support you. Make
time for laughter and good
conversation. Winter is a great
time to enjoy some of our local
restaurants and we’ve all heard
the benefits of a good glass of
wine – I’m quite sure the benefits are tenfold when shared
with a friend.
Natalie Rousseau teaches
yoga locally and does her best to
look graceful while juggling
 Work with the Profes- motherhood, a busy schedule,
sionals. Get help creating a
and a desire for healthy living.
new healthy eating program
from our resident naturopath
or go for a chiropractic tune-up.
Give acupuncture a try and join
the growing number of people
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Elissa Anthony
E
lissa Anthony was
born in Ontario,
grew up in North
Vancouver, and moved to
the east side of Vancouver
Island in 1997. She studied to be a Graphic Artist
at George Brown College
in Toronto. She worked
in advertising, printing,
display and in the motion
picture industry as a
scenic artist before she
established her studio in
Bowser, bc.
Elissa works primarily in oil and acrylics in
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an expressionist style to interpret the Vancouver Island
landscapes, seascapes and
flora, she captures emotion
and soul in her work. Her
wide range of professional
and artistic skills combined
with a unique and funky
sense of humour provide a
delightful range of moderately priced original art. Her
unique line of “Double
Entendre” watercolor art
cards are funky, humorous
interpretations of common
expressions, her seascapes take
you to a beautiful West Coast
beach and her flowers uplift
and soothe the soul. She
shares with others the joy she
has found in the art world.
Elissa has had many onewoman and group shows at
The Old School House in
Qualicum Beach, Nanaimo
Art Gallery, Nanaimo Arts
Council and private venues.
View artwork by Elissa
Anthony at the Shorewind Art
Gallery in Tofino.
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Robert Rufus
R
obert Rufus was born
in the small, northern
Vancouver Island village
of Alert Bay and lived much
of his live in the Victoria area.
bring the inspiration
and techniques of
this craft to his
life. He prefers to
work in cedar, creating strong simple lines
He is a Kwaguilth first
that are
nations carver who finds inspi- accented
ration in the abundant ocean in vibrant
he grew up beside. Robert has colours. For
always regarded the ocean as
Robert, carving
the provider and life source for helps him connect
his people. The fish serves as a to his rich cultural
powerful symbol of regeneration, heritage and share it with
self-sacrifice and perseverance. others.
He often finds himself carving
spiney rockfish, salmon and
halibut. Robert started carving
The art of Robert Rufus
5 years ago and acknowledges is available at the House of
Garry Thomas for helping to Himwitsa art gallery in Tofino.
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~ and west coast cuisine ~
350 Main Street
725-2021
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Wine Pairing
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What’s in a Name?
Fred Tibbs
tibb’s castle on arnet island
F
by Adrienne Mason
red Tibbs was a
character that
seemed custommade for Tofino: eccentric, affable, creative,
romantic—he would fit
right in today. Frederick
Gerald Tibbs was born
into comfortable
circumstances in 1886 in
Essex. The Tibbs house was
staffed with servants and his
father’s family had been London oil brokers for several
generations. His reasons for
coming to Canada are unclear
but some relatives thought that
embarrassment about facial
disfigurement—the result of a
childhood accident—may have
prompted him to leave. Based on
his life, however, perhaps it was
simply the adventure of it all.
When Fred was only 22 he
was homesteading at Long
Beach. Many letters from Fred
at his Tidal Wave Ranch to Walter Dawley, proprietor of the
store at Clayoquot, still survive.
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Much of the correspondence
was to secure supplies needed
for land-cleaning and housebuilding, including a letter
requesting one tin (worth 20
cents) of pink paint to match
a swatch of wallpaper Fred
enclosed in the letter.
Apart from a stint in 1910
helping to build the Triangle
Island lighthouse, Fred worked
at his ranch, helped with local
road building, and found time
to work for the local Conservative party, the Clayoquot Conservative Association. In August
1912 he began to work at a
salmon hatchery at Kennedy
Lake. In 1912 or 1913, Fred sold
photo: bc archives
he would often entertain his
friends there. Fred also wrote
poetry, which he would post
in Dawley’s store.
Fred had particular affection for two young ladies in
town: Alma Arnet and Olive
Garrard. When Fred closed up
his castle in 1917 in preparation
to serve in the war, he wrote a
will which stated: “I give, devise
and bequeath unto Miss Alma
Arnet (because she’s the nicest
girl I ever met and another reason she knows) Tibbs Island and
everything thereon, excepting
the house and ten feet of land
on either side...” Not to forget
his other sweetheart, he went
on: “The house and contents
fred tibbs
thereof, except the gramophone,
go to Miss Olive Garrard …
(because it was built for her) so
his property at Long Beach and long as she remains single. In
bought an island in Clayoquot case of her marrying, house goes
Sound.
to Miss Alma Arnet if she is still
single.” (In preparation for leavIt was for his activities on ing, Fred also put shutters on the
this small island that Fred Tibbs castle windows and painted a
became legendary. Perhaps it
princess on one and the likeness
was the audience of the small of Olive Garrard on the other.)
growing town, which had a clear
view of his goings-on that brought
Fred survived the war and
his eccentricities and creativity returned in 1919. He continued
to the fore. Fred’s first project was work on his land and at the
to clear-cut the island of all but hatchery and also began work
one tree, an enormous spruce. tending the harbour buoys.
He then removed all of the
branches and erected a scaffoldOn July 4, 1921, the Claying around the tree. At the top oquot Hotel burned down and
of the tree was a platform from Fred, with many local men,
which he could look out over stayed up most of the night
Tofino and Clayoquot Sound. trying to prevent the fire from
When the weather was good,
spreading. The next day he went
he would sit there and write
out in his skiff as he did every
letters or play his cornet.
other day to replace the lamp
on the harbour buoys. While
No ordinary house would on a lightbuoy near Stubbs
suffice for Fred and he began to Island, Fred’s skiff slipped away
build a wooden castle completed from him. Instead of waiting for
complete with a tower. He
a passerby, Fred decided to swim
planted roses and on a large rock for his boat but first he finished
painted the word, “dreamisle.” his work on the light. Then he
In his castle, Fred has a piano carefully took off his clothes
and a phonograph (with a size- and hung them on the railing
able collection of records) and of the buoy and dived in after
the launch. Tibbs never
did reach his boat and
ended up making it to
the sandspit on Stubbs
Island where attempts to
revive him failed.
Although Fred never
finished his castle and he
never found a princess
for his tower, he remains
a legend in Tofino.
Although it is called
Arnet Island on the
charts his island also
remains Tibbs, or Castle,
or Dream Isle, in the
memories of many.
Adrienne Mason is a
Tofino writer. If you have
anything to add, email her at
amason@seaviewcable.net.
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Wine Pairing
A Feisty One Online
T
by Andrew Struthers
he tragicomic tale of
what happened to
my first feature film
has been told elsewhere.
Suffice to say, I had turned
my back on the film industry and made my next film
in my backyard, with $300
cash and an old Super 8mm
camera I bought on eBay.
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No one was more surprised than me when Spiders
on Drugs became a minor hit
on the film festival circuit this
summer, by which I mean it
was seen by tens of people at
festivals all over the planet.
which I thought ruined the joke.
My fantasy had been to rent a
slot on local tv at 2 a.m. and
run it as a psa. I imagined
people getting sucked in, and
their minds blowing like old
nickel fuses.
But the festival guides
usually listed it as a “spoof,”
That’s when I became
interested in YouTube.
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I made three little films,
and they got a few hundred
hits each. My dream was to do
one a week for e-zines like, say,
The Tyee or Slate.com, something like an editorial cartoon,
except on video. While the Tyee
showed a bit of interest but
waited around to make up its
mind, I ran out of money and
had to write more stuff about
buildings and food to pay the
rent. But Christmas delayed
all the cheques, and by Jan. 2
I still didn’t have my rent, for
the second month in a row.
Meanwhile I had discovered the greatest thing about
YouTube: you can connect with
everyone on the planet, because
everyone is doing it. That’s also
the biggest problem. There are
65,000 videos posted a day. If
you go to the videos page and
click on “Most Recent,” you’ll
see that the newest hundred
uploads have no hits at all.
That’s the fate that awaits most
clips, even many of the good
ones. They disappear into that
giant electronic hopper and
vanish without trace.
This is somewhat similar to
the problem writers encounter
when selling a magazine article.
Editors are very busy people,
and unsolicited manuscripts
tend to pile up on their desks
like snow and sit there for a week
in what’s called the “slush pile”
until they get a chance to slog
through them. Of course, there’s
one big difference with
YouTube: there’s no one
checking the slush pile. No
editor. No one driving the
plane.
The Sorcerer’s Apprentice
How to stand out in all
that slush? Late last Tuesday
night I had an idea. A simple
experiment I could run right
from my desktop that very
night.
The only problem was, I
needed a film to experiment
with. I had uploaded everything I had, and you can’t
upload the same file twice.
(You get a message that says:
upload failed — duplicate
file.) And if I took one of my
films down and uploaded it
again, I would lose the scant
few hundred hits it had taken
me six weeks to garner.
I had uploaded Spiders
On Drugs too, but it was in
the private section of my
YouTube home page. That’s
where you can upload stuff
you only want to show your
friends. I couldn’t post Spiders
publicly because Comedy
Central had seen it at the
Worldwide Short Film Festival in Toronto, and bought a
year-long Internet license for
their broadband channel,
Motherload. In fact, that was
how I survived while making
the other three films. I had
hoped its appearance on their
massively popular site
might send a little traffic
down my country lane,
but Comedy Central hadn’t even posted it yet, and
hadn’t returned my calls
for a month.
I ran my experiment,
and within an hour I
started getting comments,
which on average happens
about once per thousand
views. The hit count suddenly went up to 300.
Wow, I thought, it
worked. What I didn’t
know then was that it
takes hours for the number of hits to refresh.
Hit me!
Then I read an article
by Christopher Hitchens,
and around 2 a.m. the
alarm in my head went
off: “Get some shut eye,
Struthers! You have to
come up with $800
tomorrow!”
I slept like a log, got
up around 10 a.m., made
breakfast and gazed into
space for a while, as is my
wont. Then I remembered the experiment.
Shit. Did I take that posting down? I ran to the
computer and roused it
from its slumber.
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Safari. Canada.com.
YouTube. Home page.
Come on, come on...
loading...loading...
already had 5,000 hits. It was
a crappy looking bootleg with
an “Ebaum’s World” logo
emblazoned on the front. So
much for never selling out.
20,000 hits. Oh shit.
My inbox was
clogged with messages:
“Do you know your spider film is on the top 10
list at ***Del.icio.us.com?
At ***?*** At
Reddit.com?” Oh shit.
Oh shit, oh shit, oh shit!
I clicked around the Net.
It was everywhere. Someone had already sold it to
Ebaum’s World for $500,
where it was the Editor’s
Pick. I sat sucking my
teeth and watching the
hit count go up 10,000 at
a time. I had no idea what
to do. The phone rang. I
was screening my calls in
case it was the rental
agency. But it was Comedy Central.
Attack of the Clones
My parents came
over for lunch. I showed
them the total — 70,000
— and told them what
had happened. Then I
noticed there was a second posting called “Spiders On Drugs.” It had
been uploaded by a guy
I’ll call PaddyWagon. He
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I e-mailed PaddyWagon,
explained the situation, and
begged him to take his reposting down. He told me to blow
it out my ass. (I think he’s
Irish.) When I looked at
YouTube’s home page I was
right at the top. When I
clicked on my own icon there
were 10 clones under it, some
of them already with hundreds of hits.
reply. But hey, the kids who
started the site are 20-something and they just got $1.5
billion. I wouldn’t be answering my e-mails either. And by
now I’d begun to think I
wanted to stay with YouTube
anyway.
‘Little bitch’
All afternoon I screened
my calls in case it was the
rental agency, or Comedy
Central. I thought: This is
pretty fucked up right here.
I’m hiding from the network
of my dreams. Five o’clock
came and went, Comedy
Central shut down for the
weekend, and the hits went
Comedy Central called
again. I guess the long months up to 300,000.
of unreturned e-mails were
At midnight I posted a
over. When I told them what
sternly-worded message in
had happened they just
laughed. I felt a great surge of PaddyWagon’s comments section. He blocked me from his
relief. Then they asked if I
could take my posting down. comments section and called
me a “little bitch,” meanwhile
I said if I did that, the clones
chuckling with the hundreds
would win. There must be a
way to get all that traffic over of people who had left compliments on his page about
to the Motherload.
the brilliant clip he’d found.
And how come they
I was reminded of the
hadn’t posted my film there
words of Captain James T.
yet? They said they’d check
Kirk:
into it. I said I would ask
YouTube to take down every“kaaaaahhhhnnnnn!”
thing, with my posting last.
I e-mailed YouTube. I emailed them 20 times. No
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All weekend long I emailed clones’ YouTube
home pages, and most of
them took their postings
down, and some of them
said I was full of shit.
What really hurt was the
quality of the Ebaum
bootleg, and the fact that
many of the clones had
catchy titles like spiders
on drugs! (spoof) or
funiest shit i haf ever
sein.
On Saturday I was #1
top rated, top favourite,
most discussed and top
director on all of
YouTube. Sunday I came
off the “This Week” page
and went onto the “This
Month” page, which left
PaddyWagon with a clear
field. It looked for a while
like his posting would
eclipse mine.
Monday morning
Six days in, the hit
count was up to 750,0000
and I had over a thousand emails. I was shovelling them
out like snow when I found
one that said: mtv —
request—urgent!!!
They wanted to show the
film later that day on mtv
live. I e-mailed back and
asked how much they paid.
They said unfortunately they
had no budget to pay for
footage, this was more like
free exposure. I wrote back
that I was already dying from
exposure, but they could show
my film for free on one condition: they had to stop playing
Britney Spears videos and put
The Aphex Twin in high rotation. I never heard back.
An hour later The Tyee emailed me: “Hey, Let’s Talk.”
They wanted me to do a “video
cartoon” with a small essay
attached, that would come out
exactly when I posted each one.
I love The Tyee, and I was
happy to sign on.
But I was reminded of
Johnson’s definition of a patron:
“One who ignores a drowning
man’s cries, and then once he
has reached the shore, encumbers him with assistance.”
links that were circulating their
workplace. But PaddyWagon
had the top rated, top favourite,
most discussed clip of the week
on YouTube, whereas I had been
relegated to the dusty “This
Month” bin. It was a bitter pill.
By noon PaddyWagon was
closing in on a hundred thou,
there were 40 clones screaming ebaum’s world roaring
up the charts, a Spanish version and a German version.
Some guy had even
photo-shopped a big red star
over top of the spiders and
filled it with info about his
skater clothing line.
Finally, around
lunchtime, YouTube replied to
my hundredth e-mail and
asked for proof that Spiders
On Drugs was my film. I said
it had been on the film festival
circuit for six months and
directed them to a few websites that had had me listed as
the creator. Six hours later,
around 11pm on Monday
night, I clicked on PaddyWagon’s link and it was gone.
Across the top of the page was
an ugly red stamp like a police
do not cross banner:
this clip has been
As the morning progressed, removed at the request of
friends in office cubicles all over copyright owner andrew
the planet started sending me struthers because its con-
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tent was used without per- industry. And Hollywood, for
mission
that matter. The long dark
meeting of my soul is over.
Who’s the little bitch
I’m shooting my next film in
now, PaddyWagon?
my living room as I type, and
I’ll see everyone next week,
After the Gold Rush
right here, with another crazy
As I say, the most amaztale of YouTubular adventure.
ing thing about YouTube is
you can connect with everyBut first, I think I’ll lie
one, even your enemies
down for a bit.
(unless they block you from
their site). PaddyWagon
Andrew Struthers homeblocked me from commentsteaded in Clayoquot Sound for
ing, but I could still watch the ten years, three on a boat, and
films on his homepage. He
seven in a hand-hewn pyramid
had uploaded about 30 clips,
on Poole’s Land. He once stalked
and 25 of them were of his
George Lucas by mistake.
new baby, a real little cutie.
He looked like an ok guy. The
Since Andrew wrote this
sort of guy who works a dull
piece, his ‘Spiders on Drugs’
job and dreams of better days movie has exceeded 11,000,000
ahead.
hits in YouTube.
Anyway, it’s 3 p.m. on
Tuesday, one week since I had
the idea. I’ve just hit the million mark, and there are 55
pages of comments, many of
which say things like canada
rocks! and i love canada!
The funny thing is, I’ve
been showing the script for
Spiders On Drugs to Canadian film producers for seven
years. Nobody bit. I could
have made a thousand of these
little films in the meantime,
but I was tied up with committees and meetings.
But that’s all in the past,
just like the Canadian film
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More than Just Mud
Contest of Words
The Raincoast Education
Society is holding a “More
Than Just Mud” Contest of
Words. We had such a great
response from last year’s
“More Than Just Mud” Photo
Contest we decided to add
some challenge to this year’s
contest. Let the Tofino Mudflats WMA inspire your imagination and write an essay,
poem, or short story.
Whether it’s the amazing
diversity of wildlife supported by the rich nutrients
of the sheltered inlet, the
fact that they are one of
Canada’s most important
bird areas, or simply their
sheer serenity as a jewel of
Clayoquot Sound, tell us
what the Tofino Mudflats
has sparked in your mind
and imagination. Write it
down and you could win
some great prizes!
The winners will be read at
the More Than Just Mud
Social Event on February 21,
2008, starting 7:30pm at
the Trilogy Garden Café
at Tofino Botanical Gardens.
Contest Deadline:
February 11th, 2008
Contest Rules & Prizes
will be posted on the blogsite
tofinomudflats.blogspot.com
Contact:
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What’s New
at the Raincoast
Education Society?
by Lisa Fletcher
T
he year 2008 promises to be
a great year for the Raincoast Education Society!
As of January 1st, the res has
a new home in the Clayoquot
Field Station atTofino Botanical
Gardens. This move brings new
opportunities for the res to
deliver education programs to
visiting school groups at the Field
Station, assist visiting researchers,
and bring people closer in touch
with the Tofino Mudflats Wildlife Management Area.
Central Region Nuu-chah-nulth
communities as well as in Tofino
and Ucluelet. The res also hosts
interpretive walks and slideshows
and delivers stewardship initiatives oriented toward youth and
adults, such as the Tofino Mudflats Stewardship Program. Over
the past several years, the res
has developed innovative new
programs, including the Raincoast Host program to help train
hospitality workers to answer
visitors’ questions about the
Pacific Rim, and the Nuu-chahNew to the Pacific Rim? nulth Raincoast Explorers ProMaybe you haven’t heard about gram, a summer program for
the res… The Raincoast Edu- Nuu-chah-nulth youth delivered
cation Society, incorporated in in Nuu-chah-nulth communities.
2000, is a charitable society
whose mission it is to help shape
Look for new and expanded
an environmentally sound
programs throughout 2008!
future for the Clayoquot and To join our “Natural History
Barkley Sound region through List” and be notified of upcomeducation and community stew- ing events, please send an email
ardship. Based in Tofino but
to res@island.net.
active throughout the Clayoquot Sound unesco Biosphere
Reserve region (from Macoah
to Hot Springs Cove), the res
delivers school and summer
youth programs about natural
and cultural history in the
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Desperately Seeking Seafood Intertidal Personals Contest Results
Thanks to all those who participated in our last contest during the Oyster Festival, the entries were priceless. Too many to list, here are a few
to lighten up your day:
Stubborn bull-kelp still looking
for weed-friendly mate to join me
in a cuddle-cluster kelp bed. Willing to wrap my whips around you
if your stalk is strong enough to
handle me and my well-endowed
bulb. Let's see if we can attach
ourselves to the same rock and
discover true bliss.
Niki Westman, Vancouver
Currently between shells, lonely
crustacean seeks same for moonlight scavenging, long beach scuttles and hot times in eelgrass beds.
If you’ve got the pheromones I’ve
got the cuddles. Come out from
under your rock!
Greg Blanchette, Ucluelet
Male blue mussel in active current
seeking female with means of relocating. Must have strong byssus
threads, and ravenous appetite.
About myself: Pro-choice (freespawning or non); Editor of poetry
anthology “Slack Tide”; Traveled
extensively in larval stage; Currently
PSP-free; Founder of “Fair Trade
Bivalve Pearl Producers Society”;
Weakness for detrital bacteria;
Enjoy pushing intertidal limits.
Desiccation tolerance an asset.
Dan Harrison, Victoria BC
Gorgeous geoduck seeking wellendowed man-duck who lives on
the “edge” and digs sandy beaches.
No stuck-in-the-muds please.
Bill Heath, Courtenay BC
Saw you on the ebb one sunny
Saturday. Embarrassed by my soft
shell, I let you drift away on the
flood. Pinching myself for lost
opportunity. I am now hard and
ready to meet you. Claude.
Don Hall & Arlene Tompkins,
Qualicum Beach
JAN.
Bisexual bivalve seeking a cultured individual for seedy fun and
frolic. Interested in hanging with
you at my cool intertidal flat. Can
swing either way — your sex or
mine. RSVP ASAP.
SP, Tofino
Raincoast Education
and learn more about all the
exciting programs that the
Clayoquot Field Station
Raincoast Education Society
Jan 26
10 am - 4 pm will be bringCome check out our new
ing to you
digs in the Clayoquot Field
in 2008.
Station, meet our fantastic
Board of Directors and staff,
26 Society Open House
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Take a walk
on the wild side!
by Todd D. Haynes
C
old”! Dark, damp, and
cold, seem to be the
thoughts foremost in
my mind at this time. It’s
winter in Clayoquot Sound,
so at 6:30 am, it’s still dark.
But today is a special day.
Today holds promise for one
of the most spectacular daily
occurrences I know… “Sunrise!” Not just any sunrise,
but sunrise on the Pacific
Ocean.
Just a ten minute drive
south of the Tofino/Ucluelet
junction lays one of the most
precious, and most under
used recreational areas in this
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region: The Wild Pacific Trail.
This morning I am going to
take some sunrise pictures
from “Amphitrite Point” (or
Lighthouse Point, as it is also
known). It is one of my favourite
places on the whole of the west
coast of Canada. It lies on the
Wild Pacific Trail.
Phase i of the Wild Pacific
Trail is the 2.7 km loop on the
southernmost tip of the district
of Ucluelet. It begins at the
parking lot on the corner of
Peninsula- and Coast Guard
Road, and should take you
forty to fifty minutes to walk,
if you don’t stop for too long
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Take
a walk
on theCreek
wild
Murder
at Matilda
side!
to enjoy the sights. This park- display of nature’s power and
ing area is easy to miss, so you beauty. One just has to just sit,
must look with keen eyes to
breathe, and take it all in.
find it.
When you are finally able
Within minutes of the
to tear yourself away from the
parking lot you leave the ‘bust- open waves of the point, just
ling metropolis’ of Ucluelet
wander a few hundred meters
behind, and you are face to
north and the trail transforms
face with the churning coast- again. As you near He-Tin-Kis
line that has brought smiles to Park, experience a sense of calm
travellers and wrinkled brows as the trail meanders past shelto sailors for centuries. The
tered coves, and back into the
trail itself is peppered with
rainforest. The next leg is a
wonderful vistas where the
wonderful bit of boardwalk
hiker can rest on the provided trail that offers occasional rest
benches, and safely enjoy the & lookout stations to help you
ever-changing ocean. Each
enjoy each changing perspective
step of the winding path brings of the park. While the trail to
new sights and sounds. As
this point is relatively flat and
you make your way towards
gravel groomed, this section has
Amphitrite Pointe, you start to a few stairs (up and down), and
get stunning views of Barkley is not the easiest to navigate
Sound and the Broken Group for those with special needs.
Islands to the south. Every turn There is a fork-in-the-road as
brings with it a new dimension you access the boardwalk, and
to the trail. While the ocean
here one must choose (not a
side offers ever-changing sea- metaphor) between the shorter
scapes, don’t forget to look into route through the heart of the
the forest from time to time.
park’s forest, or the slightly
The trail was hand hewn out longer path along Terrace Beach.
of a latticework of knurled and Both are great options, and
twisted old growth forest. It
each offers its own reward.
offers an amazing canopy of
intertwined tree trunks and
After fifteen minutes on
branches that will give you
the boardwalk trail you emerge
pause and pleasure.
at a parking lot, but not ‘your’
parking lot. Here you are directly
Proceed towards Amphi- behind Terrace Beach Resort,
trite Point and the forest gives and must decide; ‘Will I turn
way to open rock and open
left and take the two minute
views. On days when the sea stroll along the path to Terrace
is active, the waves here thun- Beach?’ or ‘Should I proceed
der into the shore in a grand
to Peninsula Road, turn right
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and walk the two hundred meters along the
roads shoulder to where
we started?’ or ‘Should I
turn one hundred and
eighty degrees and see
what I might have missed
coming the other way?’
The choice is yours.
As mentioned above,
this is Phase 1 of the trail.
The next stage of the trail
is now complete and is
known as the ‘Big Beach to
Bike Path’ leg of the trail. It
follows a linear path (as
opposed to a loop), and is
approximately 8.5 km long.
If all goes well, the next incarnation of the trail should
see it extended another 14
km, and connect with
Long Beach in the Pacific
Rim National Park.
Thanks to the vision
and endless efforts of
‘Oyster’ Jim Martin, many
volunteers and sponsors,
the Wild Pacific Trail is
nothing short of a ‘Treasure’
that should be experienced
again and again by residents
and visitors alike.
Relatively new to Tofino,
Todd works as a Concierge
at the Wickaninnish Inn
(He is very proud). He is
also the Director of Sponsorship, Tofino, for the 22nd
annual Pacific Rim Whale
Festival
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Dynamite
DYNAMITE Dick
DICK
Clayoquot Sound — Five years from now…
by Greg Blanchette
T
They said he gave himself the nickname “Dynamite
Dick” to get in with the ladies. I guess they won’t be
saying that anymore. Then they’d add that his scheme
was seriously compromised by the hygienic challenges of living in a waterless squat on the backside of Morpheus Island.
Right. After what Dynamite did today, I reckon we’re all
going to be smelling a little ripe in a couple of weeks.
That whole body odour thing never bothered me, you
know. I suppose it’s my animal side. There was eye-rolling all
round when I took up with Dynamite (or Richard, as his
mother called him, when she began calling me to get ahold of
him). He’s too weird, they’d say, or he’s old, or you can do
better. But I ignored them. You take your loving where you
find it in Tuff, right?
Besides, he didn’t make demands, and with my job managing the gallery and gift shop, and the expansion plans and
all, I didn’t have time to deal with the drama most Tofitian
man/boys churn up.
Dynamite was a fiend for kayaking — everywhere and
anywhere, but mostly out on Kennedy Lake. That whole winter we were together, two or three times a week he’d disappear
up there. He must have paddled hard and lived rough, for he
always came back dirty and exhausted. Well, now we know.
I kept my room in town, of course, just spending one or
two nights a week out on Morpheus. It was like camping,
only with sex. Dynamite rarely stayed over at my place,
which was fine because my roomies didn’t want him there
and complained about the smell. They never really got to
know him.
But then, who did? Who paid any attention to Dynamite
Dick? Even I, busy at the gallery all day, hardly saw him at all.
Who would suspect a short, skinny, bandy-legged oddball of
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TfinTime .cm
Take
a walk
on theCreek
wild
Murder
at Matilda
side!
all that scheming, all that technological cleverness, all that
hard labour with a sledge hammer and a rock drill? Who
thought for a blistering second he’d have any effect on our
lives?
Besides, this past winter the whole world was preoccupied watching itself falling apart. Things had been pushed to
the brink on so many fronts, and then they all seemed to
come smashing down at once. Super-storms, droughts, flood,
famine, food wars, energy wars, species extinction ... you
couldn’t turn on the TV without hearing more sick disaster
stuff. And everywhere, politicians and activists blaming each
other, and nobody doing a damn thing. Few even believing it
was possible to do anything anymore, except watch.
The pandemic hotspots started flaring up in Asia and we
watched some more, waiting for the inevitable to make its
way to North America, to Canada, to B.C., to Vancouver
Island, to Co-op Corner. Bad shit was coming, and there was
nothing we could do about it.
And though nobody was saying it out loud, you just
knew everybody in Clayoquot Sound was thinking it: Better
here than there, if it all goes completely to hell.
And then the companion thought: Thank God those
people back then had the sense to stop the logging in Clayoquot. At least we still have something of an ecosystem left to
support a few thousand of us until the rest of the world sorts
itself out.
And then, of course, the zinger that hits you late one
night and poisons your sleep for weeks: Sooner or later the
rest of the world is going realize what we have out here, and
the refugees will pour down that road from Port Alberni by
the thousands and tens of thousands, in their trucks and RVs,
with their guns and dogs and gangs. And where are we then,
sweet baby Tofino?
Not a whole lot of sound sleep in town last winter.
***
But spring came regardless. One rain-free day in April,
I’d finished inventory early and had two days off in a row,
and Dynamite finally talked me into a kayak trip on Kennedy
Lake. He’s usually full of energy, but that day he was jazzed
like I’d never seen him. Me, I was mostly just sleepy. So we
launched at Kennedy River while the sun was just a pink
glow behind the mountains, and paddled fast up the lake
through the mist. Round about eight o’clock Dynamite laid
down his paddle and said, “We’re here.”
I said where?, ’cause we were half a mile offshore in the
middle of the lake. I’m looking around at the mountain faces,
the clear-cut scars. It’s real still, and across the water I can just
make out an early semi trailer crawling up that crazy section
of Highway 4, the cliff-hanger eyebrow where it’s carved high
into the rock face overlooking the lake.
Dynamite pulls something from a drybag between his
legs and leans forward to pass it to me. It’s this walkie-talkie
thing, held together with duct tape, with a little white pushbutton crudely mounted on its face. I twist around and give
him a what’s up? look. “It’s a surprise,” he says, and giggles.
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He scans the shore with his
binos. The semi’s gone.
“Okay, ’s all clear,” he says.
“Pull the antenna out. Now
look over that way and push
the button.”
Even then, nothing
occurred to me. I don’t know
what I expected — fireworks,
maybe. Something romantic.
I can be such a bimbo sometimes. I pushed the button.
Nothing happened. I
thought it was just another
ambitious Dynamite project
gone wrong. But then I saw
the series of puffs — a dozen,
two dozen little grey squirts
of dust or smoke shooting
out from below that eyebrow
section of road. What’s that?
I thought. Earthquake? Some
kind of accident?
The squirts bloomed like
time-lapse flowers, kind of
pretty in the morning light.
And then that incredible
sound hit us, like a 21-gun
salute, a rapid-fire series of
whumps that you felt as
much as heard. And as it did,
the whole face of the cliff
started a slow-motion crumple-and-slide into the lake. I
stared, utterly speechless, for
what seemed like minutes,
with that awesome thunder
echoing five ways around the
lake like it would never stop,
and Dynamite hooting his
head off in the back of the
kayak.
I looked down at that
button thing in my hand. I
caught a whiff of body odour
as a slight breeze began to
stir. The question What the
hell have you done? tried to
tear itself off my tongue, but
it stuck there as I began to
realize what, in fact, he had
done. It all comes down that
road: our food, our clothes,
our shelter … our entire life
as we know it, including the
tourists that bring the money
for us to pay for it. The
gallery, my career, my life in
Tofino … everybody’s life in
Tofino had just changed,
with the push of a white button.
I flung the walkie-talkie
into the lake and twisted perilously around in the kayak
cockpit to look straight at
Richard. He was beaming
like the Cheshire cat. I would
have hit him if I could’ve
reached him. I knew I’d be
screaming furious soon, but
now my voice sounded very
small. “You blew the road.
Richard,” I said, “do you
have any idea…?”
“Yeah, baby,” he said,
containing his crazy laughter,
suddenly serious. “We’re all
locals now.”
* * *
Greg Blanchette ain’t
exactly new in town, but ain’t
exactly old either. He specializes in thinking the unthinkable, and monitors
aimless1@mailcan.com.
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January Gardening
by Trina Mattson
W
hile I whole heartedly agree that any
gardening in January
is more in the mind and consists mostly of staring out the
window perhaps enjoying the
first of the bulbs to pop their
heads up like the snowdrops,
most likely it’ll it be gazing out
and sighing as you stare at the
rain and watch the wind blow
over your carefully placed
statue.
mas toys) and Tarzan or Jane
lounging about in a hammock
(spouse sleeping on the couch)
and a pina colada ( okay this
one could be true) waiting for
you. Yeah, yeah.
Alright it’s January
already, and I can’t always
think of things to do in the
garden that could fill a whole
column for you to read about,
and as I stare out the window,
trying to come up with some
But wait, with enough
ideas, my mind tends to wanimagination the statue could
der (old age). There is always
become a giant rock jutting
the odd dryish day that you
out the tropical pool (mud
are able to go out and pick up
puddle) with swirling water
a few branches that the wind
coming from the very high
tossed into your garden, and
waterfall (hole in the gutter),
the birdies are always on the
and the scent of jasmine waft- look out for something to eat,
ing in the warm tropical
especially after a wet winter.
breeze ( scented candle and
You could throw some bulb
forced air heating) while the
fertilizer on those few bulbs
jungle animals (kids) race
that are brave enough to show
about in the forest (house scat- themselves this early in the
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mortalities in your pond, a
good indication is the smell,
not rotten just fishy. Check
your garden and pots for signs
of bulbs, peeking their first
greenery through the soil, the
jays and crows might dig them
up, if so put a tray with holes
or chicken wire over them,
also get ready to prop up the
stems with some cut branches
and twigs this will help the
taller varieties from falling over
in the wind and rain. And in
general just enjoy the rain.
Get ready for a New Year
of planning and planting
wooohooooo!
Trina Mattson runs the
Ordinary Corner Nursery in
Tofino.
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Tofino Profile:
by Shirley Langer
ise is what you’d call
a worker, a person
who focuses and goes
deep into any matter occupying her attention. She
and her significant other,
John Wynne, are partners
in Sound Cleaning Services.
Some jobs, she says, can be
pretty dirty, pretty challenging, but she doesn’t get
ruffled. Lise tells me her
personal Zen of cleaning.
“I aim to remove all trace of
what has gone before. To do
that, a cleaner must develop
the eye and instincts to see
everything from all angles.
I love problem solving on
difficult jobs.”
Lise applies this same focus
to her creative endeavours. She
is deeply attracted to the natural
world, and draws inspiration
and ideas from that source. Currently Lise is fashioning jewellery
from the shell of the gooseneck
barnacle. The preliminary work
is painstaking, but once the shell
is dry and stable, Lise paints an
image reminiscent of ancient
aboriginal art on the inside of
one plate (how she does it is a
trade secret), enhancing some
shells with inset stones or beads.
Lise recently acquired a good
supply of barnacles from an
enormous log covered with barnacles that drifted in to Chesterman Beach on a very high tide
on a calm sea. It lodged suspended on two rocks in front
of Henry Nola’s carving shed.
Dubbed the gypsy log, barnacles
hung thickly by their long necks,
the effect resembling a fantastic
bead curtain. Lise also makes
West Coast Rainsticks, fashioned
from dried bull kelp, painted
and ornamented. What makes
the “rain” sound? Would you
believe thousands of delicate sea
urchin spines? Lise calls her products Kelptic Art, and hopes to
eventually teach the techniques of
working with kelp, seaweed and
other unique natural materials.
Like so many, Lise is from
away, born to a French-Canadian
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The first posting lasted ten
months at Quatsino, south of
Cape Scott near Winter Harbour.
Lise never once went to town.
The next three years were on
Pine Island, thirty miles northwest of Port Hardy. Then came
six years at Langara, an island
off the coast of the Queen Charlottes, and the furthest westerly
point in Canada. Lise elaborates
about Langara. “It was completely
deserted, and there are no predators. Fossils lay in abundance on
the beach.” Lise shows me one,
a bowling-ball-size rock with a
fossilized trilobite. “Occasionally
researchers would show up, paleontologists and people from
shows like The Natureof Things.”
quality of the air, which
seemed to speak to me in
colours motivating me to
begin experimenting with
watercolours. I learned how to
make beer and wine using collected rainwater, our only
source of water. I had duties
such as taking daily water samples for temperature and salinity.
And, of course, raising Noah.
Having five weeks of annual
holidays helped.”
ment ring, and tells me they
are planning a family wedding
in Tofino next summer. Neither
has been officially hitched
before, and with mischief in
her eyes, Lise tells me that the
word fiasco follows the word
fiancée in the dictionary. Obviously she doesn’t intend to let
family on a mixed farm thirty
that stop the show. I ask John
miles south of Winnipeg, moving
to describe his fiancée in a few
to the city when she was six. The
Separation from her part- words. Without hesitation, he
dominant feature of her early life
ner occurred on Estevan, and says, “She’s multiply talented,
was being one of eleven children.
Lise decided to live in Tofino. amazingly energetic, and has
“There was a kid in every grade,
“For me, Tofino was the begin- boundless love to share with
and we all came home for lunch
ning of the road, not the end. the world.” Sounds like love
every day. Our mother cooked
Getting settled was hard. I
to me.
everything from scratch. We were
moved eight times in the first
always together, like a tribe. The
Note: Lise Saurette’s
boys were always wrestling and
The last posting was four year. Eventually my friends told
Kelptic Art can be seen and
it was generally so noisy it was years at Estevan. Estevan, she me to let them know when I
impossible to read a book, but says, felt like Victoria. Working would be moving next so they purchased in Tofino at Reflecting Spirit Gallery, Aveda Salon
we had comic books, which we in her garden one day, she was could be out of town. I love
would pass around. All the kids astounded when a group of hik- Tofino as much today as I did and Mermaids Tales Bookshop.
when I arrived by helicopter
Her sea-themed watercolours
were involved in musical studies, ers appeared out of nowhere,
years ago. Tofino is changing, are at Trilogy Fish Store.
and we sang constantly, even
among them Tofino women
when we were doing the dishes.” Dorothy Baert, Maureen Fraser, growing up. It feels good.”
Shirley Langer describes
Barbara Campbell, Darlene
She and John have been
herself as a woman about town
Despite this upbeat child- Choquette, Meg Stewart and
together eight years, and recent- with a well developed civic conhood, Lise says her adolescence Judy Andrews.
ly John proposed marriage. She sciousness.
was less happy, and she began
proudly shows me an engagedreaming of what life might be
During these years, Lise
like on the west coast. When she raised her son, Noah, whom she
was eighteen, she went to Van- home-schooled five hours daily,
couver to visit a brother, and
and read to at least two hours
remained there. “I became a
every day. I was curious to know
hippie, involved in meditation, how Lise adapted to the extreme
yoga, the study of herbs.” Lise solitude of those years after living
became the partner of a light- in the midst of her huge and
house keeper, and for the next boisterous family. “I took solace
thirteen years lived a life of isola- in nature,” she answers simply.
tion at four different lighthouses. “I became acutely aware of the
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January 2008
Aries
쿐
March 20 — April 19
A veritable cocktail
of possibilities and
unexpected delights
is yours to drink up and enjoy as
the New Year begins. Take some
time off from your regular routine
to peruse options and change perspectives. Mars is still engaged in
a 2 steps forward–one step back
dance through the heavens and
you may find your effectiveness
accordingly measured. Go with it,
and the rhythm may teach you
something you’ll be glad to know.
Taurus
쿏
April 20 — May 19
Irresponsibility and
an unrequited desire
for self-sovereignity
possesses you and/or your loved
ones from the get-go this month,
playing the stage until midnite
on the 23rd. Get practiced up
on your Shakespearean sonnets
and enjoy the drama. Intermittent
intimacy and romantic novelty
will spice up these longest of
nights. Dates resonating with
romantic possibilities are the
10th, 15th and 16th when the
Moon is in your sensual sign,
and the Full Moon on the 22nd.
Capitalize on the element of
surprise to amp romance!
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YOUR HROSCOPE
by Karedwyn Bird
Gemini
쿎
May 20 — June 20
Cancer
June 21 — July 21
Fresh breezes start blowing
in by the 7th of this month
as Mercury makes its yearly
entry into your fellow air sign, Aquarius.
Be alert to the language of synchronicities and network for exponential effectiveness. The New Moon on the 8th
focuses energies in the workhorse sign
of Capricorn, opening up a two week
window for productive results. The
Full Moon on the 22nd looks lovely for
love and creative energies of all kinds –
join with others to welcome in this
first big Moon of the year.
쿒
The longest, darkest nights
of the year come when the
New Moon on the 8th sets
with the mid-winter Sun in austere
Capricorn, getting your New Year off to
a productive, albite not overly romantic,
start. This trend continues until the
first Full Moon of 2008 rises in all its
glory on the 22nd, giving you two
whole weeks to conquer the world.
Then love comes calling with the waxing of the Full Wolf Moon on the 22nd.
This one rises in the creative, spontaneous and joyful sign of Leo- put FUN at
the top of your to-do list around then.
Leo
쿑
July 22 — August 22
The Sun in Capricorn favours
a down-to-earth approach
through to the 20th of the
month, and the New Moon on the 8th
is the right time to make your moves.
Pay attention to detail and remain open
to options should you meet resistance.
Encounters and connections with others
around this time may carry with them
a sense of destiny and endure over time.
Inspired experimentation and collective endeavors take centre stage from
the 20th on when Sol moves into the
socially stimulating sign of Aquarius.
Virgo
쿍
Aug. 23— Sept. 21
It is time to prudently
discern amongst the incidentals that create the
structure of your life and take half of
them to the thrift store. Assemble the
rest into some semblance of sanity
and you’re on! The Sun and Moon in
more-organized-than-you Capricorn
on the 8th is the time to lay new foundations for the year ahead. If you exceed
yourself now, the world is your oyster!
Synchronistic detours could lead to
love around the days of the big howling
Wolf Moon on the 22nd. Get all your
homework done by then.
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Libra
쿖
Sept. 22 — Oct. 22 Capricorn
Your innate desire for maximum socialisation gets
thwarted by your innate
desire for money this month and whoo!
Look at you go! Articulate goals and
initiate projects, hopefully by the New
Moon on the 8th. Work with the waxing
energies of the Wolf Moon as it grows
each night and aim for some level of
completion by the time it rises full on
the 22nd. Your queen Venus is looking
very divine on that date, so take some
time off and spend a little of the cash
you’ve been stacking up!
Scorpio
쿔
Oct. 23 — Nov. 21
Sagittarius
Nov. 22 — Dec. 21
The elemental forces are
at their most austere and
challenging by mid-winter,
which means that this is a good time
to attend to essential structures and
foundations in your life. No Moon to
be seen around the 8th; as it sets with
the Sun in the late afternoon make
your New Moon magic and open up to
inspired accord with the cosmos! The
receptive space of winter’s silence has
its rewards - go ahead and reap them
to their fullest.
쿗
Magnetic Venus in your sign
all month has you longing
for adventure. Escapades
are certainly recommended, the closer
to the Full Moon on the 22nd the better. Capricorn energies dominate until
that time, giving you the chance to
work hard enough to achieve mastery
over material form—or at least get all
your empties from the holidays returned!
That should add a few coins to your
adventure fund, and keep in mind that
“anyone who lives within their means
suffers from a lack of imagination.”
(Oscar Wilde)
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Dec. 22 — Jan. 19
HAPPY
NEWYEAR!
New Year. New age. New
Moon on the 8th is the
candle in your cake, the
night to say what you will do and
get your wishes on the road to real.
Celebrate your birthday the way you
want to live your life this year and do
unto others as you would have them
do unto you. A golden rule for a golden
year! The mid-winter Sun enters Aquarius on the 20th, bringing a tide of new
friends and diversions your way, and
the Full Moon two days later looks
mui romantico!
Aquarius
쿕
Jan. 20 — Feb. 17
Pisces
Feb. 18— March 19
we want to thank everone
who has contributed to the
success of tofinotime magazine during the year of 2007.
Put your New Years resolutions into action by the
New Moon on the 8th and
there’s a tiger in your tank! The tenacious and ambitious power of Capricorn
rules until your turn to have a birthday
comes from the 20th on. Welcome in
the new by making a little room for it.
Clear clutter, untie your tangles, and
get ready for the Full Wolf Moon hailing
your birthday. A hot tub sounds perfect—wash away your cares and get
as empty and pure as the moonlight!
쿓
Your New Year’s vows will
deepen their effectiveness
if you sing them out loud
at sunset on the 8th. Mark that on
your calendar now, because we got a
busy one. The Sun in Capricorn until
the 20th demands responsibility and
rewards amply; changes made now
have a good chance of enduring—so
why not tackle the big guys! Energies
shift around the time of the Full
Moon on the 22nd; helpmates and
friends pop out of nowhere and
romance is in the air.
Karedwyn Bird is an
artist and astrologer who
lives offshore from Tofino in
her floating studio. You can
email her at rainsongstudio
@hotmail.com.
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JAN.
Vinyasa Yoga
mon
Tofino Community Hall
Mon & Wed
6:30-8pm
with Natalie Rousseau
Cost: $10 per class
Parent/Child
Preschool Gym Time
Wickaninnish School Gym
Tuesdays 10:45 – 11:35 am
A drop-in program for
parents/caregivers and
Vinyasa style flow class their children in order to
that can be modified for let off some steam! Careall levels. Call 725-8363 givers must supervise their
own children. Free!
JAN.
Mixed Level
Vinyasa Flow
Clayoquot Field Station.
Monday
5:30-7pm
$10.00 drop in.
Mats available.
Drop-in
Badminton
Wickaninnish School Gym
Tuesday
8-10pm
$2 drop-in
725-8363 for more info.
Equipment supplied
mon
JAN.
JAN.
tue
JAN.
Beginner
Restorative
mon Gymnastics
tue Flow Yoga
Mondays
5:00-5:45pm Tuesdays 11am-12:30pm
Jan 21 - Mar 10
For more information
4-5 year olds $40/8 weeks call 725-8363
nccp Gymnastics coach
and teacher Carey Gillis
instructs this introductory
gymnastics program.
Gymnastics increases
children’s balance, coordination, strength and
agility. Children should
wear clothing that allows
unrestricted movement.
Participants must register in advance. Class
sizes are limited and are
for 4-5 year olds.
JAN.
Hatha/Flow Yoga
tue
Solwood
Tuesdays
$10 Drop in
6:30-8pm
tue
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Aquafit
tue
MacKenzie Beach Pool
Tue & Fri
8:30-9:15am
Cost: 6/$35,
$6 drop in
Pottery Course
as a living jungle gym;
tue
be prepared to become
Location TBA
a tugboat, a starfish, a
Tuesdays
6-9pm horse. Children should
Jan 15 – Feb 19
be 1-4 yrs. (child must
$180
be walking) Pre-register
at 725-3229.
This 6 week course is
designed for beginners
JAN.
Stretch/Tai Chi
interested in building
the skills and knowledge wed for Seniors
needed to construct sim- Tofino Community Hall
5-6:30pm
ple pottery forms using Wed & Fri
the potter’s wheel. Stu- Free!
dents will learn the basic This Stretch/Tai-Chi class
characteristics and work- is geared for seniors with
ing properties of clay.
different levels of fitness.
Contact Daniela Petosa Call 725-4286 or 725-4201
at 725-2297 or email
for information.
dpetosa@yahoo.com.
JAN.
Mixed Level
Register at 725-3229.
Cost includes glazes and wed Vinyasa Flow
Clayoquot Field Station.
kiln firings, clay cost
Wednesday
5:30-7pm
$20/20 lbs bag
$10.00 drop in.
Mats available.
Preschool
wed Playgroup
Please call 725-8363 for
more info.
Wednesdays 10:30am-noon
JAN.
Free
The Fish & Loaves
JAN.
Here is a great opportunity for Parents and Tots
to get out and socialise
with other parents & tots
to burn off some energy.
JAN.
Table Tennis
Children must have an
tue
adult to accompany them.
Wickaninnish School
Volunteers are needed,
Tuesdays
7-9 pm contact April @ 725-3229.
Leah Austin instructs
this low impact, cardio
exercise.
$1 drop-in
Equipment Provided
JAN.
Linking movement to
breathe Instructed by
Natacha Radojevic
please call for more info
266-1212
JAN.
JAN.
JAN.
The Fish & Loaves
tue
Tue & Thu
11am-1pm
Open to provide lunch
for anyone who needs a
good meal. Please contact
Jenn for more info at
thetis492@gmail.com
or call 725-3701.
JAN.
Family Ties
Healthy Babies
Coastal Family Place
265 1st Street
Thursdays 11:30am – 1pm
thu
Family Ties is a program
that offers information
and support to help you
have the healthiest baby
possible. Weekly dropin sessions provide topics and guest speakers of
interest to families. From
nutrition to childbirth
to adjusting to parenthood, to infant massage
Drop in or call Laurie
Hannah @ 725-2172, ext. 2
JAN.
Introduction to
Creative Dance
Thurdays
2:00-2:45pm
Jan 17 to Apr 3
3 year olds
$75
thu
A fun introductory dance
program for your 3 year
old taught by professional
instructor Gabrielle
thu
Springett. Children will
explore movement and
Tue & Thu
11am-1pm music while having fun
Open to provide lunch in developing coordinafor anyone who needs a tion, balance and self
good meal. Please contact confidence. Children
should wear comfortJenn for more info at
able clothing and dance
thetis492@gmail.com
shoes if they have them.
or call 725-3701.
Register at 725-3229.
JAN.
Yoga for Moms,
Bingo
Dads & the Kids
thu
Tofino Legion Basement
Wednesdays 9:30-10:30am Thursdays
7:30 pm
$5 drop in
Ladies auxiliary bingo,
starts January 9
cash prizes
wed
Moms and Dads will be
practicing sun salutations, standing poses,
forward bends, backbends and maybe even
inversions! Basic yoga
knowledge will be helpful but is not necessary.
Your kids will use you
JAN.
JAN.
Vinyasa Yoga
thu
Thursdays 11am-12:30pm
JAN.
Creative Dance
for Kids
Thursdays
2:45-3:30pm
Jan 17 – Apr 3
4 year olds
$75
thu
This class is for the 4 year
old dancer and will be
Instructed by Natalie
Rousseau
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tailored to the ability level
of this age group. Instructor Gabrielle Springett
gives children the opportunity to try a variety of
dance styles while having
fun and improving their
coordination, self confidence. Children should
wear comfortable clothing and dance shoes if
they have them. Please
register at 725-3229.
JAN.
JAN.
JAN.
JAN.
Jazz Dance
Tough City
Movie Night
Games Night &
Youth Drop In
Potluck Dinner
thu for Kids
Clayoquot Theatre
Wickaninnish School
Thursdays
5:30-7pm Fridays
6-10pm Mon Jan 7
8pm Sun Jan 20
5-8pm
Jan 17 – Apr 3
Ages: 13-18
Free Hairspray, Packed with
This is a family oriented
9+ year olds
$95 Shoot some hoops,
stars and talented new- event. Bring your favou-
Learn new dance moves
and dance to your favourite new music. Class
will focus on the use of
rhythm and coordination
while developing dance
routines to popular music
and having lots of fun
at the same time. Open
to both boys and girls.
Pre-Primary
thu Ballet
JAN.
Thursdays
3:30-4:30pm
Tough City
Jan 17 – Apr 3
fri Youth Lounge
5&6 year olds
$85 Wickaninnish School
6-10pm
Instructed by Gabrielle Fridays
7
hang out in the mezzanine with pool table,
foosball, TV, couches…
snacks! No program
when school is hosting
special events in gymnasium/mezzanine.
JAN.
Restorative Flow
Yoga
Fridays
5:30-7pm
$10.00 drop in.
Mats available.
fri
Please call 725-8363 for
more info.
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comers, this fun film
was a smash at the box
office last year. With lots
of music and dancing,
a heartfelt message, and
John Travolta playing the
mother of our heroine,
Tracy Turnblad (played
by Nikki Blonsky), how
can you lose?
JAN.
14
Movie Night
Clayoquot Theatre
Mon Jan 14
8pm
rite board game and a
food item to share.
JAN.
21
Movie Night
Clayoquot Theatre
Mon Jan 21
8pm
Talk to Me, The story of
Washington d.c. radio
personality Ralph “Petey”
Greene, played by Don
Cheadle (Hotel Rwanda,
Crash), an ex-con who
became a popular talk
show host and community activist in the 1960s.
It was the place and time
for Petey to fully express
himself – sometimes to
outrageous effect – and
“tell it like it is.” Two
nominations at the International Press Academy
Satellite Awards
Riding Alone for Thousands of Miles, A Japanese
JAN.
Mixed Levels
father travels to China’s
sat Flow Yoga
Yunnan province in the
place of his ailing son to
JAN.
Saturdays 11am-12:30pm film a famous folk-opera
Stretch/Tai Chi
fri for Seniors
star, in part to develop an
For more information
understanding of his son,
call 725-8363
Wed & Fri
5-6:30pm
and in part to do someJAN.
Free!
Roman Catholic
thing for himself.
JAN.
sat Mass
Movie Night
This
Stretch/Tai-Chi
class
JAN.
JAN.
Primary Grade 1
Writers & Readers
is geared for seniors with St. Francis of Assisi
Book Reading
5pm
Clayoquot Theatre
thu Ballet
different levels of fitness. Saturdays
Mon Jan 28 8 PM
Salal Room Wick Inn
Call 725-4286 or 725-4201 Roman Catholic Mass
Thursdays
4:30-5:30pm for information.
Thu Jan 17
5pm Radiant City, most
at 400 Block Main St.
Jan 17 – Apr 3
$8
intriguing for its blurred
JAN.
JAN.
7+ year olds
$95
Pee Wee Hockey
Tofino Bible
The grand finale to the line between fiction and
fri
sun Fellowship
2007-08Writers&Readers reality, making the audiInstructed by Gabrielle
Coho Room
in Tofino! Susan Swan is ence question how much
Springett, this class will Wickaninnish School
Fridays
4:30-6pm at Weigh West
a performance artist, and of what tv reports is fabfocus on the basics of
Sundays
10:30am award-winning author
rication. Lively, with a
ballet for those students Ages 9-12
with some dance experi- Come and play a fun
Non-Denominational at of works including What musical sequence paroCasanova Told Me, the dying suburban living
ence. Students in this class game with your friends Coho room at Weigh
and an earnest segment
stories of Stupid Boys
may work towards an
and learn new skills!
West Marine Resort
are Good to Relax with, involving two employees
assessment. Participants Helmet and plastic blade JAN.
Anglican Service
and The Wives of Bath, of a crisis centre, the film
will learn these basics in hockey stick mandatory
sun
inspiring the feature film marks another insight
a fun environment and
(sticks provided).
Saint Columba Church
and funny journey by
Lost and Delirious.
begin to explore steps
JAN.
Sundays
11am Admission includes a $5 this Calgarian director.
and combinations.
fri
Open to boys and girls.
Anglican/United Service credit toward any Susan
Swan title. Tickets at
at 110 Second Street
Wildside Booksellers in
Tofino, 725.4222
Springett, this class will
introduce beginners with
minimal to moderate
dance experience to the
basics of ballet in a fun
environment. Ballet develops strength, posture
and increases flexibility.
This program is open to
both boys and girls.
This is an opportunity
for Tofino’s youth to
hang out in a drug and
alcohol free enviroment.
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the beach
food & drink
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 the Pacific Rim National Park
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 as they
can get quite busy. Many cafés in
town provide packed lunches or
quick meals that can be very convenient for a day of adventure.
spa & wellness
artists & galleries
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.
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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.
cultural
Food & Wine Festival
June 6-8, 2008
tofinofoodandwinefestival.com
diving
The legendary dive pioneer and marine
explorer Jacques Cousteau once referred
to the waters around Vancouver Island
as the ‘Emerald Sea’ and rated it as the
world’s best cold water scuba diving.
Clayoquot Sound has an incredible
diversity of life, teaming with colour
and variety. The shipwreck of the SS
Hera in 1899, now a national heritage
site, is just a stones throw away and
holds an intriguing glimpse into the
past. With reefs, walls and rock formations full of wolf eels, octopus and
countless fish and invertebrates, the
waters of Clayoquot Sound are a new
adventure with every dive and can
accommodate every level of skill and
experience. Whether you have never
dived before or are an experienced
aquanaut, the vibrant waters of
Clayoquot Sound welcome you.
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The First Nations people in the Tofino
area are the original locals. The Tla-oqui-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”.
Check our website at www.tofinotime.com for more info.
Whale Festival
March 15-23, 2008
www.pacificrimwhalefestival.com
Shorebird Festival
April 25-27, 2008
Edge to Edge Marathon
June 8, 2008
www.edgetoedgemarathon.com
TfinTime .cm
cruises & eco-tours
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.
Aboriginal Days
June 21, 2008
Maritime Festival
July 13-16, 2008
www.tonquinfoundation.org
Tofino Lantern Festival
August 24, 2008
Art in the Gardens
September 13-14, 2008
Tofino Film Festival
October 16-19, 2008
www.tofinofilmfestival.com
Oyster Festival
November 13-16, 2008
www.oystergala.com
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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.
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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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Ferry Schedule
jan. 1 to jan. 31
Nanaimo (Departure Bay) and
Vancouver (Horseshoe Bay)
Leaves Nanaimo
11:30am 4:00pm
6:30am
12:30pm 5:00pm
8:30am
7:00pm
10:30am 3:00pm
9:00pm
Leaves Vancouver
12:30pm 5:00pm
6:30am
1:45pm
6:15pm
8:30am
7:00pm
10:30am 3:00pm
9:00pm
check bcferries.com
for additional sailings
over the holidays
Nanaimo (Duke Point) and
Vancouver (Tsawwassen)
Leaves Nanaimo
1:05pm
8:15pm2
5:15am1
3:15pm 11:50pm2
7:40am1
10:15am 6:30pm
Leaves Vancouver
12:45pm 9:10pm2
5:00am1
3:50pm 10:45pm2
7:45am1
10:25am 5:45pm
1 Not on Sun
2
Not on Sat
Victoria (Swartz Bay) and
Vancouver (Tsawwassen)
Leaves Victoria
12:00pm3 5:00pm
7:00am
1:00pm
7:00pm
9:00am
8:00pm5
11:00am 3:00pm
4
4:00pm
9:00pm
Leaves Vancouver
1:00pm
6:00pm4
7:00am
2:00pm3 7:00pm
9:00am
9:00pm
11:00am 3:00pm
5:00pm
3 Sun only
Sun only, exc. Jan 11
check bcferries.com
for additional sailings
over the holidays
4 Fri,
Reservations 1-888-724-5223
www.bcferries.com
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bed & breakfast
African Beach Cabin
1250 Lynn Road
250.725-4465
www.africanbeach.com
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.
Chesterman Beach B&B
1345 Chesterman Beach Rd
250.725-3726
www.chestermanbeach.net
surfsand@island.net
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
Chelsea’s B&B
615 Pfeiffer Crescent
250.725-2895
bbtofino@island.net
www.island.net/~bbtofino
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
The Tides Inn
camping
120 Arnet Road
250.725-3305
160 Arnet Road
250.725-3765
Bella Pacifica
lbarton@seaviewcable.net
www.clayoquotretreat.com
www.tidesinntofino.com
400 MacKenzie Beach Road
250.725-3400
Oceanfront view rooms with
private full baths, TV, small
fridges in room, seaside hottub, delicious homebaked full
breakfast in the privacy of
your room.
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.
Jensens Bay B&B
Tofino Ospray Lodge
902 Jensens Bay Road
250.725-1259
1-877.725-1264
450 Neill Street
250.725-2669
Crystal Cove Beach Resort
info@tofinolodge.com
www.tofinolodge.com
1165 Cedarwood Place
250.725-4213
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.crystalcove.cc
Tofino Sunrise Inn
Long Beach Campground
1072 Pacific Rim Highway
250.725-2590
at Long Beach Golf course
250.725-3314
Wilderness camping just
minutes away from Long
Beach. We have 70 spacious,
secluded camp sites in our
family campground. Security.
Pay showers.
www.jensensbay.com
info@jensensbay.com
Private entry full ensuite rooms.
Located in rainforest setting
only a minute stroll to Chesterman Beach. “West Coast” continental breakfast served to room.
1298 Lynn Road
250.725-2112
1-866.725-2112
Seafarers B&B
www.solwood.ca
solwood@island.net
1212 Lynn Road
250.725-1267
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.seafarersbb.com
Luxurious rooms, imaginatively decorated, featuring
king size beds, TV, VCR and
down comforters. First class
breakfast in dining room.
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Solwood B&B
www.tofinosunrise.com
Waterfront location on the edge
of Browning Passage. Enjoy
the pristine rainforest surroundings and delicious breakfast
in the morning. Steps from
Tofino Botanical Gardens.
www.bellapacifica.com
campground@bellapacifica.com
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.
Free hot showers, firewood
and morning coffee! Pet
friendly beachfront log cabins, with fireplaces, hot tubs
and kids playground.
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hostels
hotels/lodges
Crystal Cove Beach Resort
at Tofino Botanical Gardens
250.725-1220
1165 Cedarwood Place
250.725-4213
House of Himwitsa Lodge
Mini Motel
www.crystalcove.cc
tofinobotanicalgardens.com
info@tofinobotanicalgardens.com
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 and children’s playground. Pet friendly
300 Main Street
250.725-2017
250.725-2361 Fax
800.899-1947 Toll Free
350 Olsen Road
250.725-3441
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.
1190 Pacific Rim Hwy.
250.725-3377
Long Beach Lodge
Pacific Sands
www.dolphinmotel.ca
250.725-2442
1.877.844.7873
Cox Bay
250.725-3322
250.725-3155 Fax
800.565-2322 Toll free
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.
Dolphin Motel
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.
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.
www.tofinoninletcottages.com
inlet@island.net
www.pacificsands.com
info@pacificsands.com
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.
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.
Tin Wis Beach Resort
250.725-4445
1.800.661.9995
Tofino Trek Inn
www.tinwis.com
info@tinwis.com
The Tin Wis Best Western Resort
& Calm Water's dining room
overlook Mackenzie Beach.
Experience the natural beauty
of the “Calm Waters” at the
Tin Wis—Year round.
Tofino Swell Lodge
341 Olson Road
250.725-3274
theswell@island.net
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!
Weigh West Resort
634 Campbell Street
250.725-3277
www.weighwest.com
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 Wickaninnish Inn
Osprey Lane
250.725-3100
250.725-3110 Fax
800.333-4604 Reservations
info@wickinn.com
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.
231 Main Street
250.725.2791
www.tofinotrekinn.com
stay@tofinotrekinn.com
A Budget B&B located right
in the village of Tofino with
ocean views a big beautiful
kitchen, a BBQ on the deck,
a library, internet, and discounts for most major tours.
$25-35 per person $60-85
per room. Whole house rates
starting at $200 per night.
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vacation rentals
Cannery Retreat
Eik Landing
Abalone Inn
230 Main Street
250.725-4234
888.492-6662 Toll Free
250.725.2570
victoriabc.com/accom/cannery.html
canneryretreat@bridgescanada.com
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.
250.726-6656
www.tofinoinn.com
info@tofinoinn.com
3 minute walk to Chesterman
Beach, this new, completely
private, fully equipped 3 bedroom cabin with hot tub is
perfect for 6-8 guests.
On the harbour’s edge, Cannery
Retreat is a beautiful, fully
equipped one-bedroom loft
condominium. Close to restaurants, galleries, kayaking and
adventure. No smoking or pets.
Bluewater Beach Homes
Casa Vedova
Box 552, Tofino BC V0R 2Z0
250.726-5272
250.725-1215
dustbunnies@seaviewcable.net
www.casavedova.com
casavedova@msn.com
www.eiklanding.com
jackie@tofinobeach.com
Gold Coast Retreat
Beautiful waterfront locations
include popular Chesterman
Beach and Tofino’s picturesque
waterfront. We offer an exclusive selection of privately
owned homes, condos and
suites.
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.
Blue Heron House
925 Sandpiper Place
877.906-2326
250.725-2866
250.725-2421
www.clayoquotassociates.com
Situated on Jensen’s Bay bird
sanctuary. Post & beam interior,
wood plank fir floors, large
soaker tub. Ideal group size for
this 3 bdrm suite is 6-8 guests.
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.
Cabins at Terrace Beach
www.thecabins.ca
info@thecabins.ca
Stand at the shores of the
Wild Pacific Ocean on the
edge in Ucluelet, B.C. One &
two bedroom beach front or
forest cabins and suites.
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zulo@island.net
Two cottages, each with its
own private yard, comfortably
furnished, fully equipped
kitchen, fireplace, BBQ, picnic table. Souther exposure
with beach access. Tofino’s
first beach vacation rental.
Judi’s Seaside Cottages
Clayoquot Cedar House
www.blueheronhouse.ca
Box 315, Ucluelet, BC
866.438-4373 Toll free
250.726-2101
1338 Chesterman Beach Rd.
250.725-3789
Cobble Wood Guesthouse Suites
1115 Fellowship Drive
250.725-2742
250.725-2704 fax
250.725-3373
250.725-3114 fax
jajg@island.net
Very private waterfront
cottages and homes. Fully
equipped, fireplaces, cozy
west coast casual.Sleeps 2-6
Pacific Soul Vacation Home
Seashack Beach Cottage
Big Beach, Ucluelet
604.732.3108
1273 Lynn Road
250.725-3451
eoinfinnyoga.com/properties
info@vancouveryoga.com
www.tofinoseashack.com
Oceanviews, two bed, two bath,
gorgeous furniture, clean, modern and new. Luxurious amenities. Come relax in style and let
the Pacific nourish your soul.
Beautiful, private cottage for
two on Chesterman beach with
spectacular views. A very
romantic retreat with all
amenities. Well-behaved
dogs welcome.
Platinum Vacation Group
Sea Star Beach Retreat
1560 Fort Street,
Victoria, BC V8S 5J2
1-866-595-8989
1294 Lynn Road
250.725-2041
1.866.443.STAR (7827)
platinumvacationgroup.com
info@pvg.ca
www.seastar-tofino.com
sea@seastar-tofino.com
Platinum has an outstanding
selection of waterfront and
oceanview vacation homes
throughout Tofino. We provide short term rentals to fit
all budgets.
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.
Rainforest Retreat
South Chesterman Beach
Box 932 - 901 Sandpiper Plc.
Tofino, BC VOR 2Z0
250.725-3882
430 Campbell Street
250.725.2779
877-799-2779
Denise Kimoto
denisekimoto@hotmail.com
southchestermantofino.com
leah@tofinovr.com
Relax on your own private
deck in Clayoquot’s old growth
forest, two minute walk from
Chesterman Beach. One bedroom private suite with full
kitchen.
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.
Sandpiper Beachhouse
Ocean Dream
250.725-4282
www.oceandream.ca
Inlet oceanfront cottage
on peaceful, private beach.
Self contained. Large deck
and BBQ.
www.tofinovacation.com
cobblewd@alberni.net
On the Beach
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.
351 Tonquin Park Road
250.704-0207
250.725-3417
www.sandpiperbeachhouse.ca
hali007@telus.net
3 bedroom oceanfront home
on Chesterman Beach. Hot
tub. Outside shower. Private,
romantic, beautifully furnished, stunning ocean
views. Sleeps 6
www.tofino-onthebeach.com
Large, spectacular, private guest
suite suitable for families on
beachfront property overlooking
Tonquin Beach. 3 bed, 2 bath,
kitchen, fireplace, sunny deck,
1 km from Tofino.
www.tofinotime.com
The T.R. House
Tigh-Na-Clayoquot
230 Fourth Street
Box 660
250.726.6583
1040 Campbell Street
250.725-4490
www.tofinotrhouse.com
michetofino@yahoo.ca
A beautiful studio suite located
in the heart of Tofino, just
minutes from the beaches and
all amenities. Private, quiet
and surrounded by gorgeous
gardens
www.tofino-holidays.com
info@tofino-holidays.com
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
1289 Lynn Road
604.926-2828
www.tofinoseascape.com
maretlyle@shaw.ca
Oceanfront executive home
with spectacular views, fully
equipped country kitchen, two
fireplaces, large deck, pets with
responsible owners welcome.
jackie@tofinobeach.com
www.tofinobeach.com
Tofino Trek Inn
Fabulous, privately-owned,
oceanfront vacation homes.
Exclusive to Chesterman Beach.
Ranging from 1-3 bedrooms
and most ‘pet friendly.’
231 Main Street
250.725.2791
www.tofinotrekinn.com
stay@tofinotrekinn.com
Rates starting at $200/night.
3 bedroom house located right
in the village of Tofino with
ocean views, a big beautiful
kitchen, BBQ on the deck, a
library, internet, and discounts
for most major tours.
Tofino Vacation Rentals
430 Campbell Street
250.725.2779
877-799-2779 Toll free
www.tofinovr.com
info@tofinovr.com
Tofino’s premier vacation rental
properties! From beachfront
homes and cabins on spectacular Chesterman Beach
to stunning oceanfront
homes, cottages and condos in
the Tofino area. We have something for everyone!
Viewwest Rentals
949 Sandpiper Place
250.726.5209
1-888-448-4141 Toll free
www.viewwest.com
info@viewwest.com
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.
Vista Hermosa
250 Main Street
250.725-3906
www.vistahermosa.ca
barb@pacificcoastretreats.com
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.
real estate
Re⁄Max: Linda Pettinger
311 Neill Street
250.725-3969
250.725-2039 Fax
800. 316-0130 Toll Free
www.tofinorealty.com
linda@tofinorealty.com
Real estate agent for
Re/Max in Tofino. Realtor
Linda Pettinger delivers
results with the largest portfolio of Tofino properties.
Re⁄Max: Jim Schwartz
311 Neill Street
250.725.3419
250.725.2183 Fax
877. 999-4888 Toll Free
www.tofinohomes.com
jim@tofinohomes.com
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
zoer@seaviewcable.net
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
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restaurants
Gary’s Kitchen
Back Nine Bar & Grill
308 Neil Street
250.725-3921
Chinese & 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.
at Long Beach Golf course
250.725-3332
Out of this world good food
at down to Earth prices!
Great burgers, wraps and
daily specials. Open 9am9pm in July & August.
Blue Heron Restaurant
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 Fresh Food Café
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!
Local Motion
Schooner Restaurant
SoBo
230 Main Street (Tibbs Bldg)
250.725-3669
1.888.332.4252 Toll free
331 Campbell Street
250.725-3444
311 Neill Street
250.725-2341
schooner@seaviewcable.net
www.seaside-adventures.com
seasideadventures2007
@hotmail.com
A cozy, romantic restaurant,
showcasing Vancouver Island’s
seafood, organic poultry
and perfectly aged meat.
Award winning wine list.
eat@sobo.ca
www.sobo.ca
Tofino’s f inest waterfront view
for coffee, specialty coffees, tea,
subs, juices, desserts, pastries
and a growing menu. Enjoy
our patio. Available for special
events and tour bookings.
Sea Shanty Restaurant
Long Beach Lodge
Calm Waters at Tin Wis
250.725-4445
250.725-2442
1.877.844.7873
www.tinwis.com
info@tinwis.com
www.longbeachlodgeresort.com
Come visit us in the Tin Wis
Dining Room and feast
under Spectacular sunsets
and Romantic moonlight.
Spectacular beachfront dining.
Wonderful hand-crafted food
featuring only the freshest of
seasonal, local, organic
ingredients, served in an
unpretentious manner.
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!
ramic views of Chesterman
Beach and the open ocean.
Don’t miss the salmon barbecue brunch in the summer!
Raincoast Café
The Pointe Restaurant
101-120 Fourth Street
250.725-2215
Osprey Lane
250.725-3106
raincoastcafe@telus.net
www.raincoastcafe.com
pointe@wickinn.com
www.wickinn.com
Exquisite food, remarkable
wines and an elegantly rustic
ambiance. Superb breakfast,
lunch and dinner with pano-
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.
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.
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
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.
Shelter Restaurant
internet cafés
601 Campbell Street
250.725-3353
www.shelterrestaurant.com
Tofino’s stylish and bustling
restaurant overlooking Clayoquot Sound. Fresh seafood
and local foods creatively
served. Outside patio, open
kitchen, and cheerful service.
Tofitian
250.725-2631
www.tofitian.com
Unique internet café offering
Italian espresso, gourmet teas,
high speed internet access, free
wireless and a taste of Tofino’s
‘end of the road culture’.
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body & soul
Arbutus Acupuncture
Anahata Yoga
Box 1048, Ucluelet
250.726-3643
250.725-8363
arbutusacupuncture@gmail.com
www.anahatayoga.info
natalie.anahata@gmail.com
Acupuncture treats: Circulatory
issues (hypertension), psychoemotional disorders (depression,
anxiety), neuromusculoskeletal
disorders (arthritis, insomnia),
gastroinstestinal illness, gynocological issues (menopause),
sports/work injuries (tennis
elbow, lower backpain).
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.
Barefoot Reflexology
250.725-8141
tinyfeet@telus.net
Certified Reflexologist, Tina
Wintersgill, provides this
natural healing art that can
melt away stress and rejuvenate your step. Sit back and
savour a refreshing and
unique massage of the feet.
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Ancient Cedars Spa
Osprey Lane
250.725-3113
250.725-3110 Fax
spa@wickinn.com
www.wickinn.com
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.
Pacific Rim Chiropractic
and Naturopathic Clinic
250.522-0033
drjeanniedoig@gmail.com
Naturopathic doctor: Nutrition
(weight loss, food sensitivities,
digestive disorders), Acupunc-
ture (migraines, arthritis),
Homeopathy (anxiety, depression, addictions), Botanical
Medicine (hormonal imbalances), Bowen Therapy
(injuries, pain, stress) and
Lifestyle Counseling.
250.725.8188
tofinoshiatsu@gmail.com
656 Shore Pine Cresent
250.725-4448
Shiatsu relieves the effects of
stress on the body in a comfortable safe environment.
We combined pressure techniques, stretches and joint
rotations to improve overall
health.
reflectionsholisticretreat.com
reflectionsretreat@yahoo.ca
Studio One
Reflections Retreat
Quality therapeutic treatments
for your whole being. Massage,
Acupressure, Reiki, Hot
LaStones, Lomi Lomi, Thai
Massage, yoga, scrubs & wraps,
holistic facials, infrared sauna.
Sacred Presence
680 Ocean Park Avenue
250.725-2820
Activate your body’s own
healing energies. Certified Eden
Energy Medicine practitioner.
Also offering relaxing Hawaiian lomi-lomi massage and
Hawaiian hot stone massage.
Sacred Stone Spa
421 Main Street
250.725-3341
www.sacredstone.ca
info@sacredstone.ca
Tofino’s premier wellness spa!
Idyllic for seeking a sauna
after a surf. Escape with a
facial, Hot Stone massage, or
dream the day away with an
Ayurvedic, Thai, or Signature
Spa Package.
www.tofinotime.com
Shiatsu Tofino
Unit E - 1180 Pac Rim Hwy
in the old Live to Surf building
250.725-3450
Tofino’s only Aveda Concept
Salon! High quality hair, make
up, nails and waxing services
in a relaxed professional enviroment. We also specialize in
wedding day services.
Thérèse Bouchard
250.725-4278
20 years of professional
expertise: Swedish Massage,
Trager®, Hot Stones, CranioSacral, Accupressure, Reiki,
& Therapeutic Touch in a
spectacular garden studio
setting. Certified clinical
hypno-therapist. Highest ratings with TofinoTime readers.
Tofino Massage Works
250.725-2588
www.tofinomassage.ca
relax@tofinomassage.ca
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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food stores
Trilogy Fish Company Ltd.
Beaches Grocery
630 Campbell Street
250.725-2233
250.725-2234 Fax
250.725-2270
Convenience store with a
selection of specialty foods.
Local produce and freshly
baked bread.
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!
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
info@trilogyfish.com
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.
boutiques & gifts
Habit Clothing & Apparel
Plush
Boutique Upstairs
381 Main Street
250.725-2906
Fidelity Jeans, American
Apparel, Parasuco Jeans,
Dickies Girl, Silver Jeans,
Guess Jeans, Soundgirl ,
It Jeans, Kersh, Anoname
Jeans
451 Main St
250.725-2730
A favourite Boutique of Tofino
for guys & girls! Featuring
Kensie, Dish, Dex, Sweetsoul,
Ninewest, Mavi, Groggy, 1921
& Industry. Also great shoes,
belts and fab accessories.
Mermaid Tales Bookshop
Tofino Gift Company
455 Campbell Street
250.725-2125
421 Main Street
at Ocean Outfitters
250.725-2866
411 Campbell Street
250.725.2136
jensteven@mac.com
Charming boutique offering
trendy fashion & lingerie to
young women. We also carry
a great selection of jewelry,
handbags, greeting cards,
books and gifts!
Bella Boutique & Gallery
bellaboutiqueandgallery
@yahoo.ca
Featuring Canadian fashion
designers, crafts and artists.
A selection of unique clothing, accessories, jewellery
and art.
co-op@seaviewcable.net
Castaways
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.
455 Campbell Street
behind Mermaid Tales
250.725.2004
Tofino’s only second hand
store sells a large selection of
gently used clothing, books
and other hidden treasures.
The Gelato Oasis serves Mario
Gelato in home made waffle
cones.
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above Live to Surf
250.725.3434
Fiber Options
120 Fourth Street
250.725-2192
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.
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.
www.oceanoutfitters.bc.ca
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!
Ocean Kids
564 Campbell Street
250.725-2771
Clothing Toys Accessories.
Tofino’s only specialty kids
shop! Trendy clothes sizes 016. Beach stroller and backpack rentals.
Wildside Booksellers
320 Main Street
250.725-4222
Waterfront book store covering a variety of topics from
guide books to local history
and novels. Get your caffeine fix at the espresso bar
www.tofinotime.com
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Driftwood
House of Himwitsa
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.
300 Main Street
250.725-2017
250.725-2361 Fax
800.899-1947 Toll Free
Eagle Aerie Gallery
350 Campbell Street
250.725-3235
800.663-0669 Toll Free
www.royhenryvickers.com
Traditional Northwest Coast
longhouse featuring the
works of Tsimshian Artist
Roy Henry Vickers. Selection
of original prints, books,
posters, totems & art cards.
www.himwitsa.com
Featuring First Nations artwork, masks, totems, basketry, original jewellry,
gold & silver. Owned by
First Nations people.
The Lounge Collection
Crabapple Floral Designs
bicycles
430 Campbell Street
250.725-3334
Contemporary gallery showcasing hip and innovative designs
found nowhere else in town.
Gourmet Illy espresso.
310 Olsen Road
250.725-2911
250.725-2911 Fax
TOF Cycles Co.
event services
Shorewind Gallery
Beach Petals Flower Design
4th & Campbell Street
250.725-1222
1040 Campbell Street
250-725-4490 Phone
888-725-4490 Toll Free
www.shorewindgallery.com
Featuring west coast fine art,
a wide collection of paintings,
sculptures, pottery and jewellery. Largest collection of
Mark Hobson’s artwork
info@beachpetals.com
www.beachpetals.com
Just for your special occasion.
Tailored floral designs. Nature’s
beauty, delicate blooms, lush
foliage. West Coast to contemporary. Weddings, complimentary toss bouquet, parties,
functions. Accommodation.
Creative floral designs with a
west coast flair. Garden style
arrangements with natural
greenery. Imaginative accessories & flowers for weddings
and special occasions.
660 Sharp Road
250.725-BIKE (2453)
vez@island.net
Serving West Coast residents,
resorts and visitors on all
aspects of cycling since 2002.
Canadian Cycling Association
certified (1985).
Ukee Bikes, Boards & Kites
Tofitian Productions
Box 362,Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0
250.726-5363
tofitian@mac.com
www.tofitian.com
Multimedia event production,
from weddings and parties to
concerts. Live sound and
visual projection, complete
corporate services.
Village Square Shops, Ukee
250.726-2453
ukeebikes@yahoo.com
Sales, Rental, Repair, Service.
Hourly, daily, long term and
group bike rental rates. Featuring Trek, Del Sol & Norco
Bikes & MBS Mountain Boards.
Open Tuesday to Saturday 10-6.
West Coast Weddings & Events
transportation
Clayoquot Cuisine
250.266.6060 Cell
250.725-1234 Home
250.725-2213
250.266-2094 cell
Tofino Water Taxi
ccuisine@seaviewcable.net
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.
www.tofinotime.com
crabdock@island.net
www.crabapplefloral.com
may@seaviewcable.net
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.
250.726-5485
877.726-5485 Toll Free
www.tofinowatertaxi.com
Boat shuttle services, including
the Big Trees Trail on Meares
Island, site of some of the
world's largest western red
cedar trees. $20/person return.
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bird watching
Adrian Dorst
Box 503, Tofino BC, V0R 2Z0
250.725-1243
www.adriandorst.com
adorst@island.net
Renowned nature photographer Adrian Dorst offers
guided bird walks and guided
nature hikes in the Meares
Island rainforest. Call him at
(250) 725-1243 or email
adorst@island.net.
whale watching
A Seaside Adventure
230 Main Street (Tibbs Bldg)
250.725-2292
888.332-4252 Toll free
Ocean Outfitters
sport fishing
Ospray Charters
www.seaside-adventures.com
seasideadventures2007
@hotmail.com
421 Main Street
250.725-2866
Clayoquot Ventures
450 Neill Street
250.725-2133
www.oceanoutfitters.bc.ca
First Nation guided and
owned, whale & bear tours
by zodiak, closed and open
family vessels, hot springs
day- and overnight tours, sea
to sky seaplane tours.
Tofino’s Favourite Adventure
Company! Whale, bear & nature
cruising. Coastal hotsprings
excursions, sea to sky tours and
Meares Island Hikes. X-Large
zodiac and luxury cabin cruisers with washrooms. Voted #1
564 Campbell Street
250.725-2700
www.ospray.com
shawn@ospray.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.
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.
Jack’s Saltwater Fly Charters
Swell Time Charters
250.266-0135
250.725-4402
Moored at Trilogy Dock
250.266-0029
250.725-2475
Clayoquot Eco Tours
at the Whale Centre
411 Campbell Street
250.725-2132
250.725-2136 Fax
888-474-2288 Toll free
Remote Passages Marine
Excursions
www.tofinowhalecentre.com
www.remotepassages.com
Visit the coastal museum
and whale exhibit while you
book your marine adventure.
Whale and bear watching,
and Hot Springs Cove trips.
Offering specialised adventure tours & whale watching
since 1986. Exciting zodiac
& covered vessel tours by
informative guides. Educational programs for all ages.
Jamies Whaling Station
606 Campbell Street
250.725-3919
www.jamies.com
Tofino’s first & finest, est. 1982.
Zodiacs, cruisers & 65’ vessels.
Guaranteed sightings on whale,
bear & sealion tours. Hot
Springs, kayaking, scenic
flights, Meares island & more.
Also in Ucluelet.
@ Wharf Street
in the big red boathouse
1-800.666-9833 Toll free
www.jackscharters.com
info@jackscharters.com
scenic cruises
Browning Pass Charters
Affordable, fun and productive
saltwater fly, bucktailing and
light tackle salmon fishing
charters on the calm scenic
waters of Clayoquot Sound.
www.swelltimecharters.ca
pnut@seaviewcable.net
Offering salmon and halibut
fishing off-shore and within
protected waters, onboard
this fully insured aluminum
boat with cabin.
Lance’s Sportfishing Adventures
890 Main Street
250.725-3435
www.browningpass.com
info@browningpass.com
Scenic cruises and bear
watching on the charter yacht
‘The Browning Passage’. Vessel has upper viewing deck,
washroom and heated cabin.
120 Fourth Street
inside Shorewind Gallery
250.725-2569
www.fishtofino.com
fishtofino@seaviewcable.net
Join Guide Lance Desilets for
personalized fishing charters!
Offshore, Inshore and hotsprings/fishing combos! 24ft
offshore vessels, first class
service and great fishing!
Tofino Charters
Box 536
250.725-3767
250.725-8919 (cell)
www.tofinocharters.com
jbauer@tofinocharters.com
Year round quality fishing,
adventures and custom charters. Serving Tofino and Clayoquot Sound since 1989.
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Tofino Coastal Sportfishing
sea kayaking
250.726-5364
Paddle West
tofinocoastalsportfishing.com
tofinocoastalsportfishing
@hotmail.com
Fish for Salmon and Halibut,
Saltwater Flyfishing, Lake and
River Trips, Year Round, Local
Guides. All Meals Included
Weigh West Resort
634 Campbell Street
250.725-3277
www.weighwest.com
Full-service fishing resort
with on-site processing and
storage facilities. Flyfishing
tours and offshore fishing.
Team of experienced guides.
606 Campbell Street
250.725-3232
877-725-4281 Toll Free
www.paddlewest.com
Enjoy the enchantment of
Clayquot and Barkley Sound.
Guided by our eclectic
professional team. Enquire
about new Yoga kayak and
Bear watch tours.
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.
cmmnit Dirctry
Remote Passages Kayaking
surfing
Storm Surf
@ Wharf Street
in the big red boathouse
1-800.666-9833
Bruhwiler Surf School
440 Campbell Street
250.725-3344
311 Olsen Road
250.726-5481
www.stormcanada.ca
www.remotepassages.com
High performance surf gear.
Sales and rentals. Streetwear
and skateboards. Friendly and
experienced staff of surfers
will answer your questions.
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.bruhwilersurf.com
bruhwilersurf@msn.com
Tofino Seakayaking
Live to Surf
625 Campbell Street
250.725-4456
1.877.724-SURF
320 Main Street
250.725-4222
250.725-4464
www.surfsister.com
www.tofino-kayaking.com
www.livetosurf.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.
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.
Learn to surf with Canada’s
best known pros and local
surfers. Expert and comprehensive instruction for beginners to advanced levels.
Surf Sister Surf School
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
Long Beach Surf Shop
250.725-2404
630 Campbell St.
250.725-3800
www.westsidesurfschool.com
sla@cedar.alberni.net
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.
Tofino’s finest surfschool using
the most advanced techniques
acquired over a decade of
teaching by director Sepp Bruhwiler, Canada’s internationally
known pro.
Pacific Surf School
430 Campbell Street
250.725-2155
www.pacificsurfschool.com
Catch the experience, hang
out with our coastal crew
and learn to surf on the
island’s rugged west coast.
scuba diving
Ocean Planet Adventures
1180 Pac. Rim Highway
250.725-2221
seaairandy@yahoo.ca
From novice to PADI professional. Lessons, charters, fun
& adventure. Discover scuba
diving today and see the best
side of Clayoquot sound.
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Tofino General Hospital
261 Neil St.
250 725 3212
Tonquin Medical Clinic
220 First St
250 725 3282
RCMP Tofino Branch
400 Campbell St.
250 725 3242
Emer. 911
Fire Department
Emrg. 911
Ambulance
Emrg. 911
Tofino Municipal Office
121 Third St.
250 725 3229 ph
250 725 3775 fx
www.tofino.ca
office@tofino.ca
Canada Post Tofino
161 First St.
250 725 3734
Wickaninnish Community
School
431 Gibson St.
250 725 3254 Elementary
250 725 2555 Community
Ucluelet Secondary School
1450 Peninsula Rd.
Ucluelet
250 726 7796
Tofino Public Library
331 Main St.
Legion Basement
250 725 3713
Wed-Thu, 3pm-7pm
Saturday 10am-12 & 1-5pm
Tourist Information Center
Tofino Taxi
1426 Pacific Rim Hwy
250 725 3414
250 725 3333
Fisheries & Oceans
Wet Coast Towing
161 First St.
250 725 3500
Raincoast Interpretive
Center
Pacific Rim National Park
451 Main St.
250 725 2560
250 726 8312
250 726 7721
Royal Canadian Legion
Clayoquot Sound Central
Regional Board
250 725 2009
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Branch 65 Clayoquot
331 Main St.
250 725 3361
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phone: 250-725-4468
fax:
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Restaurant
℡ Telephone Trail
Viewpoint
Camping
Wheelchair
accessible
Lighthouse Picnic Table
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See inset map
on page 54
for details
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Meares Island
Cannery
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Cox Bay
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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
℡ 
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.
℡
℡ Green
Point
Kennedy Lake
℡ 
Combers
Beach
 ℡
Wickaninnish Rd.
Wickaninnish
Beach
℡
 i ℡
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
CLOSED
TFINO T IME
half the pce— twice the plesure!
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

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.

Tofino Time Magazine January 2008

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