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THE DUBIOUS PLEASURES OF WINTER BIRDING

The first time Tom (not his real name) had someone call the cops on him was in the winter. He was several blocks ...

Join the hardy, determined, somewhat anti-social ranks of winter birders.

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BLOOM WHERE YOU’RE PLANTED

This is a tale of resilience. A tale of how, if your resolve is true, you can make it to your destination. Even ...

From Cumberland to the Caribbean, Chicago, and back: a local couple comes full circle.

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A LIFE LIVED WITH VOLUME

Everyone remembers the first time they met Thomas Dunn. He was a rare individual who made an impression—mostly ...

We dedicate this volume of the CVC to Thomas Dunn, who inspired family, friends, and entire communities to experience everything in a big way. He will be missed.

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COME TO THE DARK SIDE

Does the thought of walking in the forest at night make you feel uneasy? Does it sound strange? And if you were to ...

Heighten your senses with a walk in the forest after dark.

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BULBS OF GLORY

The ashen moon hung low that brisk October night. Despite the obscuring fog, I could see my breath. The chill cut ...

Oh, how we love you, beautiful, smelly, powerful garlic.

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FEATURED PHOTOGRAPHER: CURTIS BLACKBURN

Curtis was born and raised in the Comox Valley, where he pursues a number of hobbies and seasonal interests, ...

THE COHOUSING CONCEPT

t’s 7:30 a.m. and my 11-year-old daughter skips out to join our 74-year-old neighbour for a sprightly walk around ...

Courtenay’s sustainable, social cohousing community creates a village of neighbours.

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FEATURED ARTIST: SHARON LALONDE

Sharon Lalonde has been creating all her life, using all forms of artistic expression. The medium she chooses ...

THE NORTHEAST WOODS

Etched into the fabric of Comox life, the Northeast Woods are considered by many locals, especially newcomers, to ...

Comox’s favourite forest playground has many stories to tell.

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The Origins of the Comox Valley Writers Society

For over 5,000 years, the written word has carried knowledge and information to readers, supporting the ...

Word-lovers unite

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