Community theatre, live music, dinosaurs and the first plans for Christmas. Looking for November activities in the Alberni Valley? This month brings a new community theatre production, visiting musicians and a museum exhibition worth making time for. Toward the end of November, a small farm market adds a little Christmas to the calendar. For this […]
Outdoor adventures, local eats and activities for families with older kids. Family trips change as kids get older. Playgrounds might not hold the same appeal, everyone has an opinion about where to eat, and sometimes the best part of the day is having a little freedom to do your own thing. Port Alberni works well […]
Vancouver Island Farms, Farmers’ Markets & Local Food in the Alberni Valley. Fall brings a different pace to the Alberni Valley. Farm stands shift toward the later harvest, Saturday markets continue through the cooler weather, and local growers and producers offer plenty of reasons to bring an extra shopping bag along for the day. Some […]
Local events, fall food, live entertainment and an easy October walk October settles into the Alberni Valley a little differently than September. The mornings are cooler, evenings arrive earlier, and keeping a rain jacket close by becomes a habit again. But there’s still plenty of reason to get out of the house. This month’s Local’s […]
A Guide to Going Your Own Way in the Alberni Valley. Solo travel in Port Alberni means setting the alarm when you want, choosing the restaurant you want and changing the day’s plans without consulting anyone else. Port Alberni makes that kind of trip easy, with outdoor activities, local food, shops and cultural experiences that […]
Community traditions, local favourites and seasonal things to do as summer shifts into fall. September is a month of overlap in the Alberni Valley. There can still be warm afternoons at the lake, even as the Fall Fair arrives, salmon return to local rivers and hockey fans start thinking about the Dawg Pound. Add in […]
Outdoor Gear, Rentals & Trip Essentials in Port Alberni. Whether you’re planning to surf near Tofino, paddle on Sproat Lake, fish the Alberni Inlet, or camp along Vancouver Island’s west coast, Port Alberni is a convenient place to prepare before you head out. Rather than packing every piece of equipment from home, you’ll find local […]
See spawning salmon on Vancouver Island in the Alberni Valley, with viewing spots for summer sockeye and fall Chinook and coho. If you’re wondering where to see spawning salmon on Vancouver Island, the Alberni Valley offers several viewing opportunities — and the season starts earlier than you might think. Sockeye can be making their way […]
Slow down, savour the evening, and see Port Alberni in a different light. There’s something satisfying about reaching the point in the day when there’s nowhere else you need to be. After a day spent hiking forest trails, casting a line, paddling local waters, or travelling through the Alberni Valley, park once in downtown Port […]
Best Places, Safety Tips & Responsible Viewing. Wildlife is part of everyday life in the Alberni Valley. Depending on the season, you might see black bears fishing for salmon, bald eagles soaring overhead, seals resting along the Alberni Inlet, or thousands of salmon returning to spawn. These experiences are memorable because they’re happening in the […]
