Written by Meg Cuthbert A combination of climate and innovation has created an agricultural and craft mecca in Cowichan. With Canada’s only Mediterranean climate, there seems to be no limit to what can be produced here. However, it’s not just the land that makes this region a foodie paradise, it’s the passionate people behind the … Continued
With over 150 trails across 5 mountains, and the 122 km-long Cowichan Valley Trail, Cowichan Valley is the go-to mountain bike playground for riders everywhere.
Summer is here, and that means road trip season has begun! This year as you’re travelling up and down Vancouver Island take some time to explore some of Cowichan’s most iconic spots. From a towering timber trestle to floating walkways and quaint, photogenic communities, Cowichan has ample opportunities to fill your Instagram feed with colourful … Continued
Image: Owl Spirit totem by Tom Lafortune If you’ve ever visited historic Duncan, you know that taking time to explore the area is completely worth it. There are some great spots located right along the highway, and Duncan’s nearby charming town centre is home to many shops, restaurants, and cultural landmarks. A fantastic place to … Continued
Looking to fill up your summer social calendar? Cowichan hosts a variety of events for travellers of all ages and interests. From camping at a music festival to learning local history to hanging out with motor enthusiasts, there truly is an event for everyone. Here are ten events you should put into your summer schedule. … Continued
Visit the Wroughtenart Address: 80A Trunk Road, Duncan BC Hours: 11am-4pm, Thursday, Friday, Saturday Travis Rankin has been creating with metal for twenty years. Growing up in the Cowichan Valley, his passion as a metalworker began early on as he recognized his aptitude for working with metal in middle school, and took advantage of the … Continued
Visiting the Ladysmith Waterfront Art Gallery Address: 610 Oyster Bay Drive, Ladysmith, BC, V9G 1B8 Hours: 11am-4pm, seven days a week If you’ve ever visited Ladysmith – or even driven through – you know that it’s a charming, seaside town with many colourful, heritage buildings and one of the largest holiday lights displays on Vancouver … Continued
Words by Jessica Wood British Columbians celebrate Family Day every second Monday in February, which means Family Day long weekend is just around the corner! Is your family looking for something new and exciting to do this long weekend? Here are some activities that you, your family, and your friends can experience in Cowichan this … Continued
Planning a date in Cowichan is as easy as it sounds – whether you’re up for some adventure or keeping it low key, this stunning region offers endless couples activities across the seasons. So, whether you’re celebrating many years with each other or making first impressions, Cowichan is sure to leave you feeling closer together. Check … Continued
A new year brings new opportunities for adventure! In Cowichan, we believe that you can experience a laid-back morning, an afternoon packed with adventure and an evening of luxury all within the same day. There are so many one of a kind activities in this region we’ve prepared a 2019 bucket list of activities to … Continued
January is as good a time as any to hit the “reset” button, although here in Cowichan, we prefer to do things a little differently. Here, living well is a lifestyle. Rather than setting lofty goals or making drastic changes to your daily routine, we feel there are a few fundamental, easy ways to make … Continued