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MITLENATCH ISLAND STEWARDSHIP TEAM

THE KLAHOOSE WAY

EXPERIENCE THE MAGIC AND INNOVATION OF KLAHOOSE WILDERNESS RESORT.

Words By

Camilla Sampson

Photos By

CHRIS TAIT

FROM BEAN TO BAR

THE ORIGIN OF COAL CREEK ROASTERS.

Words By

JAN BONK

Photos By

BRACEY PHOTOGRAPHY

ɫokʷimas – You Are Strong

THE KWAKWAKA’WAKW YOUTH SUICIDE PREVENTION INITIATIVE

Words By

AVIS O’BRIEN

Photo By

Bluetree Photography

FROM OCEAN TO EYE LEVEL

DISCOVERY PASSAGE AQUARIUM IS AS INTERESTING AS THE ANIMALS THEMSELVES.

Words By

RICKY BELANGER

Photo By

SHAWNA EGGLESTON

THOUSANDS OF GULLS

THE STEWARDS OF MITLENATCH ISLAND.

Words By

SUSAN RYBAR

Photos Courtesy Of

Featured Artist: DAVID ELLINGSEN

Photos By

DAVID ELLINGSEN

Featured Photographer: Kiley Panziera

Photos By

Kiley Panziera

A GAME CHANGER FOR FISH FARMING

THE REVOLUTION HAPPENING IN THE AQUACULTURE INDUSTRY.

Words By

HALEY BURNS

Photo By

BLUETREE PHOTOGRAPHY

LITTLE RIVER

REFLECTIONS FROM A YOUNGER RESIDENT.

Words by

Autumn Lott, age 7

Photos by

Francesca Lott

WHERE THE WIND TAKES US

HOW A COUPLE SAILED THEMSELVES INTO A BUSINESS VENTURE.

Words By

STEPHANIE RACINE

MAXIME TREMBLAY

Generations of Sound

LIFE AT ORCALAB’S RESEARCH STATION.

Words & Photos By

MEGAN HOCKIN-BENNETT

GOLD AT THE END OF THE ROUTE

WHITE WATER KAYAKING IN GOLD RIVER.

Words & Photo By

Dave Prothero

WILD BUS FILMS

How Wild Bus Films tells some of the planet's biggest stories

Words By

CORTNEY GILBERT

Photo By

OLLIE RICHARDS

Lights. Curtain. Go!

Reimagining the Rivercity Stage.

Words By

Cleo Corbett

Featured photo by

Lucas Schuller

GOATS AND BOATS

An Annual Migration From One Island To The Next.

Words & Photo by

Dood Turner

VENTURE NORTH

CHALLENGE YOURSELF AT SNOWDEN DEMONSTRATION FOREST.

Words By

JOHN VANDERVEEN

KEN CLAUSEN

Freyja: The Croissant Story

Entrepreneurial immigration to a new continent, with pastry.

Words by

Emese Tóth-Harasztos

Photos by

Shayla Attfield

Sophie Whittingham

Colin Somers

Singing for Joy

Campbell River Children's Choir makes music around the world.

Words by

Jennifer Abbott

Photos by

Kiley Panziera

The Land Beneath Our Feet

The art of connecting through earthing.

Words by

Camilla Sampson

Photo by

Building Reconciliation

Three community members in Mowachaht/Muchalaht territories build trust.

Words by

Words by

Kaitlyn Nohr

Ice Climbing

Words by
Max Fisher
Photo by
Liam Gilchrist

A Taste of Life on Quadra Island

The story of a cookbook and a recipe for community.

Words by

Dionne Lapointe-Bakota

Photos by

Vince Kehn

No More Pineapples In December

Strathcona community food hub works to improve food security.

Words by

Madison Stewart

Photo by

Little River

Reflections from a younger resident.

Words by

Peyton Fitzgerald

Photo by

In Stillness

Opening Introduction by

Photo by

Alex Brennan

Foraging for Food

Going on a treasure hunt and building memories.

Words & Photos by

Jade Berg

Photos by

Jesse Bone

THE ORIGIN AND EVOLUTION OF SAYWARD

A place of deep quiet

Words by

Mary Ruth Snyder

Photo by

Joyce E. Ellis

Composting 101: From and For The Soil

What you take out, you must put back in.

Words by

Susan Antler

Photo by

Sara Kempner

Cold Water Diving

A visual feast in green local waters may include iconic Wolf Eel.

Words & Photo by

Highway 19 Concerts

LUCAS Schuller brings music to Campbell River.

Words by

Keith Barker

Photos by

Sarmad Al Mouallem

The Craft of Barbering

An homage to the tradition of Dogwood Strip.

Words by

Photos by

Jake Tinkler-Josephi

The Elusive Dream Property

A family's peaceful life on Cortes Island.

Words by

Sarah Carty

Words and Photos by

Dwayne Roberge

Bute Inlet

A soul-restoring destination for active dreamers.

Words by

Kelly McQuillan

Photos courtesy of

Bute Inlet Lodge

Special Olympics in Campbell River

Opening doors that are unimaginable.

Words by

Kevin Yee

Words by

Lynne Macara

Featured Artist: Terri-lynn Papagiannis

Featured Words: Neall Calvert

Poems by

Neall Calvert

Photos by

Jennifer Jellett

Featured Photographer: True Dennison

Art, Medicine, and Soap

There’s tradition and luxury in every batch of RavenSong.

Words by

Photos by

Alison Dawn

Q̓ʷalayu House

Words by

Paige Jarvis

Photos by

Dasha Armstrong

Leña Residency

An artist’s retreat on Galiano Island.

Words by

Jody Hagel

Photos by

Dayna Szyndrowski

Experience Tahsis

Ample adventure, history, and nature on the West Coast of Vancouver Island.

Words & Photos by

Kira Marshall

Inspired by Nature

West Coast images travel the world on clay.

Words by

Anita Lawrence

Photos by

Neil Lawrence

It’s In The Details

A local homebuilder shares his love for West Coast architecture.

Words by

Tony Lebid

Photos by

Healthy Hives

How to inspect for a thriving, growing bee colony.

Words by

Rachel Halliwell

Photos by

Kent Bernadet

Riding Off-Grid

Words by

Terri Perrin

Photos by

Nancy Carr-Hilton

Little River

young SIBLINGS reflect on the home they’re growing up in.

Words by

Sophie Kuhl

Words by

Simon Kuhl

The Gardening Movement

Three soil experts share their knowledge on the past and future of growing

Words by

Arzeena Hamir

Words by

Heather Gray

Building a Technology Hub

How angel investors support economic development through innovative projects.

Words by

David Baar

Photos by

Damien Jannet

Paddling Adventures

A family explores Cortes Island by kayak

Words & Photos by

Lisa Levesque

Traffic Jam

A newcomer’s reflections on migrating to the Strathcona region.

Words by

Tacey Keighley

Photos by

Small Farm, Big Ideas

A family grows on Quadra’s SouthEnd Winery

Words by

Ben McGuffie

Photos by

Erin Wallis

Vertical Madness

Students sewing themselves into the sky

Words by

Mike Davies

Photos by

Allan Sawchuck

Burrell’s Bog

Protected space for the birds in Beaver Lodge Lands

Words & Photos by

Bob Dice

Words by

In Motion

Words by

Photos by

Tyrah Hofer

What is in a Story?

Words by

Photos by

Sara Kempner

Kevin Mackenzie

Jake Tinkler-Josephi

AN AFTERNOON AT HOLLY HILL FARM

Tot farming

Words by

Brittany Baxandall

Photos by

Shayla Attfield

Art+Earth

Moving Forward, Exploring Relationships, And Facing Challenges Together.

Words by

Ken Blackburn

Photos by

Honouring Medicine and Pagan Traditions

Introducing the Family and Animals of Standing Spruce Farm & Apothecary

Words by

Lesley Assu

Photos by

Aromatic, Craveable, and Savoury

Fermentation Adds Value to Our Community.

Words & Photos by

Brandon Pirie

Steel Wool Photography

How to Create Eye-catching Creative Photos

Words & Photos by

Bob Wild

Moutcha Bay Resort

A Natural Haven for the Savvy Local Traveler

Words by

Erin Brizard

Photos by

Michael Hack

Carving a Niche

Chris Zumkeller’s Journey as a Craftsman

Words by

Chris Zumkeller

Photos by

Innovation in Education

The Magic of the Carihi Fly Fishing Program.

Words by

Nic Pisterzi

Photos by

Cries of the Wild

Revisiting the History of Mount Cain’s Glissade Culture

Words by

Neil Borecky

Photos by

Kimberley Kufaas

Writing a New Narrative

Wildflowers & Co. Founder Alissa Assu Inspires the Future of Indigenous Women In Business

Words by

Alissa Assu

Photos by

Kimberley Kufaas

Little River

Our Young Residents Reflect on the Home They’re Growing Up in

Words by

Madison Lucas

Photos by

Francesca Lott

For the Love of Flying

Words & Photos by

Bastian Fleury

Words by

Carly Caron

Guardian, Steward, and Watchkeeper

Restoring the Balance of Physical and Cultural Sustenance for Future Generations

Words by

Vicki Simmons

Photos By

Tom Parker

This Ain’t the Mainland

Island Kids Have Tougher Feet

Words by

Marina Scott

Photos by

Deelia Nelson

Pointing the Bow North

A Coastal Sailing And Snowboarding Adventure

Words by

Kayleen Vanderee

Photos by

Abby Cooper

The Future is Digital

Adversity Sparks Creative Innovation At Campbell River’s Tidemark Theatre

Words by

Photos by

Tidemark Theatre

River Magic

The Watery Highway Of Life On The North Island

Words by

Lorna Seldon-Burd

Photos by

Moira Le Patourel

Falling on Concrete Builds Character

A generation of skateboarding culture on Quadra Island

Words by

Photos by

Carla Duffey

Hooked on Tyee Dreams

Embarking on my maiden voyage

Words by

Claire Pomeroy

Photos by

Michael Hack

Colourful Splendour in the Emerald Sea

Seeing the forest and the trees without leaving the ground.

Words and Photos by

Raising Backyard Birds

A wonderful, rustic addition to backyards of all sizes

Words by

Maria Fyfe

Photos by

Alison Dawn

Don’t Look, SEE

Responding to the legacy of Sybil Andrews

Words by

Jenelle M. Pasiechnik

Photos by

Museum at Campbell River

Little River

Our young residents reflect on the home they’re growing up in

Words by

Annabel Ludwig

Words by

Brynlee Ludwig

Damn, I Wish I Walked

A life on foot with Chris Barner

Words by

Photos by

Paul Rydeen

Focusing My Glass Eye

Gibson James teaches glassblowing.

Words by

Gibson James

Photos by

Carla Duffey

The Moods of Myra

Exploring the falls in all her seasons

Words & Photos by

Michael Hack

Strathcona Park Lodge and Outdoor Education Centre

A truly Canadian story

Words by

Catherine Gilbert

Photos by

Myrna Boulding

Sea & Field

Home is a small bistro nestled amongst the mountains

Words by

Lisa Meekin

Photos by

Tyrah Bluhen

Learning My Truth

Indigenous tourism as the gateway for reconciliation

Words by

Chyanne Trenholm

Photos by

Indigenous Tourism BC

Paddle Away From It All

A kayaker’s retreat in Blackfish Sound

Words by

Melissa Wickihalder

Photos by

Spirit of the West

Featured Photographer: Vince Kehn

Featured Artist: Lukas Mouka

Our Neighbours Without Homes

The reality of living without shelter

Words by

Sue Moen

Photos by

Get on the Loop

Encircling and connecting the community of Campbell River’s beloved green spaces

Words by

Laurel Sliskovic

Words by

Laurel Cronk

In Search Of

A scout’s hunt for film locations on Vancouver Island

Words by

Tim Moshansky

Photos by

Nick Bergstedt

Humming Bird Zen

A local family’s amazing interaction with their feathered friends

Words & Photos by

Erin Wallis

Small Town, Big Music Scene

What you not know about the Sayward Valley Folk Music Society

Words by

Bob Sampson

Photos by

David Stevenson

Haig-Brown Writer in Residence Program

A place of welcome and inspiration on the banks of Campbell River.

Words By

Ken Blackburn

Words By

Sandra Parrish

Freedom, Flexibility, and Adventure

Enjoying the region in an unconventional way.

Words By

Daniela Bizama

Photo By

Reuben Mills

Born Wild

Meet Matt Ravai, The Oudoorsman.

Words By

Nicole Bertram

Article Photo By

Finding Connection, Nourishing Community

One family's renewed commitment to celebrating food, family, and friends.

Words By

Carmen Amberson

Photos By

Erin Wallis

Braving The Storm

Surfing wind waves during winter is not for the light-hearted.

Words By

Trevor Blasky

Photos By

Pat Salamon

Little River

Our young residents reflect on the home they're growing up in.

Words By

Jonah E. Richter

Photo By

Jess Cavanagh

Small But Mighty

Meet one of Campbell River's community builders.

Words By

Sophia Sauter

Photos By

Alex McIntosh

From Tater Tots to Full-Fledged Foodie

How an inedible childhood cultivated a Campbell River chef.

Words By

Amber Assu

Photos By

Sierra Assu

A Very True Story

My grizzly attack and run of exceptionally good luck.

Words By

Colin Dowler

Photo By

Always A Rock in my Pocket

Transforming the way we look at simple, everyday objects.

Words By

Julie Glaspy

Photos By

Vince Kehn

Featured Photographer: Moira Le Patourel

Featured Artist: Sonny Assu

It Began as a Dream

Helping people help others for over 30 years.

Words By

Craig Gillis

Laurel Cronk

An Aerial Perspective

Seeing the forest and the trees without leaving the ground.

Words & Photo By

Colin Filliter

Exploring West

Thirty-five kilometer of trail, six friends, six backpacks, four days, three nights, and one impromptu adventure.

Words & Photo By

Laurel Sliskovic

If Dogs Could Talk

The Adventures of Cole and Archie.

Words By

Mary Ruth Snyder

Photo By

A Hiługwila for Mia

Ceremony, Heart, Tradition, and Family.

Words By

Sara Lopez Assu

Photos By

Salmon, Fundraising, and Volunteering

How one night of celebration supports a community vision.

Words By

Naomi Tabata

Photo by

Biking and Learning with Sprockids

Seeing health and connection to community in kids of all ages.

Words & Photo By

Matthew Fox

It Just Tastes Better

A look at the growth of the Farm-to-Table movement in the Strathcona Region.

Words By

Photos by

THE CAMPBELL RIVER CRICKET CLUB

Global influence, local action

Words By

Jim Bagley

Photos by

Farro Mackenzie

Lost and Found

The history of the restoration of the Campbell River Estuary.

Words By

Erika Anderson

Article Photo Courtesy of

Museum at Campbell River

Kusam Klimb, Sayward

Reach your peak

Words By

Rhonda Teramura

Photo by

Joanne McElroy

Little River

Our young residents reflect on the home they're growing up in.

Words & Photo By

Raegan Collins

Transforming Campus and Community

How North Island College's new bistro space has gone from vision to reality.

Words By

Elizabeth Young

Photos by

Lee Simmons

Seed Sowing 101

Witnessing the wonder of nature in your own backyard.

Words & Photos by

Leslie Cox

My Playground

A local's perspective of the place he calls home.

Words By

Wes Sewell

Photo by

Robin O’Neill

Where Community Gathers and Spirit is Celebrated

A story of the City of Campbell River's Spirit Square.

Words By

Vicki Simmons

Photos By

Calling the Rains and the Salmon

The Petroglyphs of Quadra Island.

Words by