Places to Be

A photo of the side of Bowen Island, covered in coniferous trees. There are wispy clouds over the top of the trees and there is a light blue sky in the background. The ocean along with a small island can be seen along the bottom of the image.

October 22

Places to Be: Bowen Island is a timeless and freeing escape

Dwindling conifer trees overlook the mystical steep hills. The sparkling ocean lapping gently against the rocky shore. Bountiful grass that stretches farther than you could imagine. Have I said enough?

Rhea Krishna

March 15, 2024

Places to Be: Whytecliff Park

Whytecliff Park is the quintessential PNW experience: lush, alive and really damp.

Carolyne Kim

March 4, 2024

Places to Be: Lynn Canyon Park

If you only have half a day and want to experience stunning nature for free, I recommend Lynn Canyon Park. Over the past two years, it has become my go-to hiking spot.

Jahnavi Bali

February 26, 2024

Places to Be: Camosun Bog (at night)

I was fascinated by the existence of this mysterious, acidic pool of decomposing trees, nestled somewhere within Pacific Spirit Park, and immediately suggested we head there.

Ian Cooper

May 3, 2023

Places to Be: Winter backcountry camping in Garibaldi Provincial Park

If you are someone who enjoys long hikes and backcountry camping, this route through Garibaldi might be for you.

Tori Fitzpatrick

April 6, 2023

Places to Be: The Admiralty Trail in Pacific Spirit Park

The Admiralty Trail runs along the cliff edge with access to Acadia Beach and Spanish Banks Dog Beach. It is mostly flat with gentle curves, offering a leisurely stroll with views of Burrard Inlet and the North Shore’s mountains on one side and the forest of ferns and various trees on the other.

Marie Erikson

March 14, 2023

Places to Be: Reifel Bird Sanctuary

When I was a kid, my parents would dress me in my Muddy Buddy overalls and my tiny rainboots and take me out to Reifel Bird Sanctuary in Delta.

Niki Booker