The Twelve Days of Local Holiday Gifting

With the holidays around the corner, many boaters would far rather unwrap olives, preserves, hand lotion, cozy socks, and other practical, beautiful, space-saving treasures, especially when they’re thoughtful little luxuries sourced right here in British Columbia.
Festive gifts and natural skincare products

Cooking Salmon? What Is That Gray Layer and Should You Scrape It Off?

Fresh salmon filet with lemon garnish
If you’ve ever cooked salmon and noticed that thin gray layer between the skin and the pink flesh, you may have wondered, "Should I eat that?" Is it safe? Is it…gross?

Setting a Holiday Table Afloat

Whether you’re at anchor or at the dock, the holidays are the perfect excuse to create a little extra fun onboard with a festive table that blends creativity, nautical practicality, and effortless West Coast elegance.
a beautiful holiday themed table on a yacht

Mitlenatch Island

My day trip to Mitlenatch Island, the Galapagos of the Pacific Northwest with wildlife galore.

Weather Cams

View live webcams from Vancouver to Friday Harbour. Plan ahead and know before you go!

Events Calendar

FlyOver Canada Santa
Qualicum Milnar Lights
Ladysmith Light Up
Port Browning Market

What do you think of this month's newsletter?

I think as you grow older, your Christmas list gets smaller
and the things you really want for the holidays can't be bought.
— Cat Zhang
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