October and November are the months when salmon – Chinook, coho, sockeye, chum and pink – return from the Pacific Ocean to the rivers and creeks in British Columbia to spawn. So, if you are looking for something to do this fall, a fun and educational activity for the whole family is to visit one or more of the Salmon Hatcheries or Spawning Channels in BC. Read more.

‘Canada’s Mediterranean’, is how I like to refer to Central Vancouver Island. It offers more year-round outdoor recreational opportunities in mind-blowing scenery, than I’ll ever have time to enjoy in one lifetime. But I’m trying– and the best part is that so many activities are absolutely free! To get you started let me give you just a couple of very different ‘cool season’ activities on different parts of the Island, along with two fantastic year-round RV parks located close to each mini adventure. Read more.

There’s plenty to do on the Sunshine Coast, from the artistic community of Gibsons to the harbour village of Lund, if you’re RVing here in the winter. Make sure to get out on the water and head up some slopes. You will be rewarded with majestic views and an excellent chance of seeing animals in their natural environment. Read more.

British Columbia is growing as a winter camping destination with RV Parks and campgrounds now offering year-round camping opportunities. Vancouver Island, Thompson Okanagan and the Vancouver, Coast and Mountains regions have the mildest temperatures and offer the greatest choice for winter camping in BC. Check out our year-round RV Parks.

This time of year, with summer now a memory, we find ourselves wanting to be outside as much as possible and we’re constantly on the lookout for great spots to throw down our picnic blanket and enjoy our meals al fresco! The evenings may be cooler, and the leaves may be starting to change colour, but we think that first hint of fall foliage makes our picnic spots even more special. And, whether it’s a simple sandwich, a multi-course takeout meal, or a basket full of fresh, local goodies, a picnic is a wonderful way to experience the region. Read more.

If you’re the kinda person who lives and breathes camping, and would call yourself a bit of a pro at it (it’s okay to brag a little here), then you’re the right person to help our next generation of newbie, keen campers learn to camp responsibly. 

Fall is here with winter just around the corner but there's so many places to travel in British Columbia no matter the time of year. Here are a few more stories to get you motivated year round.



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