Haida Gwaii Tourism

Monday, 18 June 2012

Go Haida Gwaii - A Photoblog

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Today, I thought you might enjoy the Haida Gwaii Experience through the lens of some of the many talented photographers capturing the beauty of Haida Gwaii!

When you’ve reached
the edge of your world,
ours begins!

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A series of islands at the most westerly point of Canada, Haida Gwaii is made up of ancient temperate rainforests, quaint villages, secluded inlets, and beaches that stretch as far as the eye can see. A place so remote that roads cannot bring you here, yet the warmest of welcomes awaits your arrival.

Photo Credit: Caroline Cournoyer-Galt

Photo Credit: Mary Helmer

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Wander through the ancient rainforests. Look for giant Sitka Spruce and Red Cedar along the rivers and ancient shorelines.

Photo Credit: Ian Gould

You haven’t experienced adventure until you have battled a 50 lb salmon or landed a halibut! Book a charter with one of the many experienced and knowledgeable guides. Take a net and catch some crab for supper.

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Haida Gwaii is the only place in Northern BC where travellers can surf the North Pacific. While the waves are best between October and May, Masset’s North Beach produces swell year round. Bring your wetsuit and board, or rent all that you need at the North Beach Surf Shop.

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Photo Credit: Archie Stocker Sr.

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Photo Credit: Donna Hodgson

Haida Gwaii is renowned for its great boating opportunities! Rent a kayak and explore the many islands in our inlets. Sailing and power-boating adventures await!

Photo Credit: Flavien Mabit

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Visit the heartbeat of the Haida culture in Old Massett and Skidegate. Meet world-renowned Haida artists, book a tour to learn about cultural sites or visit the Haida Heritage Centre and Museum.

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Haida Gwaii is home to a wide array of gifted artisans! From pottery to painting, felt-making to sculpture, this landscape inspires so many to create! Be sure to stop by and visit.

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Experience ancient Haida culture as you tour Haida Heritage Sites in Gwaii Haanas.From Tow Hill to SGang Gwaay, Rennell Sound to the Tlell River, Haida Gwaii is an epic landscape that invites people to explore.

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Photo Credit: Caroline Cournoyer-Galt

The water is clean, the beaches endless and not a person in sight for miles – you can quite literally have the ocean to yourself! Book an oceanfront cabin along Tow Hill Road, curl up by the fire and watch the storms rage outside your window!

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Photo Credit: Ian Gould

Relax, You're on Haida Gwaii Time Now!

Photo Credit: Ian Gould

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Monday, 11 June 2012

Swan Bay Rediscovery Camp

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Located on Haida Gwaii, on the Northwest coast of British Columbia the Swan Bay Rediscovery Program is a cultural camp where youth learn about Haida cultural skills and knowledge while acquiring new life skills, self-esteem and confidence.

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This is an amazing experience for all youth! Imagine the memories! A wilderness youth camp unlike other summer camps.

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Swan Bay Rediscovery Camp – rediscovering who you really are! Experience the wonder, beauty and cultural history of Haida Gwaii at Swan Bay Rediscovery.

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Traditional Haida values are at the core of the Rediscovery program. Youth participate in a variety of activities designed to challenge, teach and nurture. Youth experience and learn about the ecology of Gwaii Hanaas as well as the Haida culture.

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Camp activities include interactive games, swimming and hiking. Haida elders teach traditional songs and dancing as well as providing instruction in traditional skills such as cedar bark weaving. In addition, the youth visit archaeological sites and Haida heritage sites.

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Skills are developed in wilderness survival, outdoor cooking and navigation among others.

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The Swan Bay Rediscovery Program welcomes all interested youth. For more information on the July and August 2012 programs, see http://www.swanbayrediscovery.ca/

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Monday, 4 June 2012

A Day at Jungle Beach!

Jungle beach is a popular destination for local families and visitors alike.

Photo Credit: Carolyn Hesseltine

The beach is located approximately 20 kms (12 miles) north of Skidegate. You can stop at the Coop grocery store in Skidegate and pick up picnic supplies and proceed to the beach for a day of pure enjoyment!

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The beach is marked by a carved Bear. You can park in this parking lot and make your way down to the beach via a path or take the next pull-out to the main picnic area complete with a shelter and outhouses.

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This beach provides the perfect setting for BBQs, picnics, beachcombing and swimming.

Photo Credit: Carolyn Hesseltine

Youth enjoy climbing the ‘fort’ via the spiral staircase. This lookout overlooks the ocean and has for many years been the ‘top choice’ of birthday parties. Youthful imaginations have turned the lookout into a ‘Ship at Sea’, a ‘Pirate Ship’ and many other dreams.

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Photo Credit: Carolyn Hesseltine

Jungle Beach is known for its miles of sandy beach. A long walk on the beach can be a therapeutic experience! Warm sand, tidal pools, agates and coloured stones as well as beach logs perfect for resting on.