Tuesday, May 29, 2007
Alberni Outpost Kayaking
Alberni Outpost has recently expanded their Schooner Cove Marina! You know what this means, with two different locations they will now be able to provide customers with even more kayaking opportunities. They have four extra tours including a Sunset and a Lunch tour, and a mid afternoon paddle and a Taste of Kayaking tour. There will be a minimum of three tours a day throughout the summer with added lessons for intermediate and advanced paddlers, so don’t miss out!
Coming up on Sunday June 3rd between 10am and 4pm is their annual event ‘Demo Day’. Alberni Outpost’s Store is the biggest kayak retailer on Vancouver Island. They will be displaying 100 different types of kayaks for people to test paddle. This event will be held on Long Lake in Nanaimo. So come out and sample a few kayaks for FREE!
For scheduling information or to see the online store go to www.albernioutpost.com
Vancouver Island adventure directory: www.viadventures.net
Bigfoot Safari on Vancouver Island
Ever wanted to go in search of Bigfoot? Well, here’s your chance! Bigfoot Safari takes people into the wilderness. Not only do people come here to go in search for the legendary monster that roams about, they also come here for many other reasons as well. Some people come because they think they want to learn how to drive 4 wheel drive. They want to become better drivers and there’s no better place to practice but out in the middle of nowhere on rough terrain. It’s also a good chance for children to learn and understand more about vehicle dynamics. People can either rent vehicles from Bigfoot Safari or bring their own. YOU can create your own experience with Bigfoot Safari.
Large business groups have come up to Bigfoot Safari to learn how to work together. Bigfoot Safari allows people to create teambuilding exercises by teaching them how to work together. It’s great for building up confidence. They can book out the bed and breakfasts and private tours. Bigfoot can even take it up a notch or two in terms of the extremity of the tours. It’s all down to what YOU want to experience.
To learn more about what Bigfoot Safari’s has to offer go to www.bigfootsafari.com and see how they can benefit you.
Vancouver Island adventure directory: www.viadventures.net
Wednesday, May 23, 2007
Tall Ship Sailing Adventures
Who said pirates are only in the movies? Tall Ship Sailing Adventures will be taking part in this year's 3rd annual Boat For Hope on June 2nd. This fundraising event provides special needs children with a fun boating experience they’ll never forget. It will take place at the Inner Harbour located in downtown Victoria. 200 children will participate in a treasure hunt on a ‘ship’ which will leave from the Malahat dock and will stop at 5 different locations in search of treasure. However, while sailing the seas, there will also be Pirates of the Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary out and about looking to stir up some trouble with water canons. Prepare to get wet! But never fear, the Victoria Police Boat and the Victoria Fire Boat will also be keeping a look out…
All proceeds will be going to the Variety Children’s Charity in order to fund this years Boys and Girls Club of Greater Victoria’s wilderness camp project. For more information you can go to www.boatforhope.com and see how you can participate and about some other adventure ideas check out Vancouver Island's adventure directory at www.viadventures.net.
