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Read more about the article Your donations make big impact at Santiago Creek

Your donations make big impact at Santiago Creek

  • Post author:Gina Gotch
  • Post published:June 12, 2026
  • Post category:Conservation/Trails Development/Vancouver Island
  • Post comments:1 Comment

Santiago Creek on Tahsis Inlet is in the traditional territory of the Mowachaht/Muchalaht First Nation and a little north of an important historical village site, Tsusnit on the Tsowwin River.Ā …

Continue ReadingYour donations make big impact at Santiago Creek
Read more about the article 2024 Ray Pillman Award – Fred Pishalski
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2024 Ray Pillman Award – Fred Pishalski

  • Post author:Gina Gotch
  • Post published:December 16, 2024
  • Post category:Community/News & Press
  • Post comments:0 Comments

Why do we give the Ray Pillman award? Ray Pillman may not be a household name to many of our members, but his contributions to Coastal Recreation in BC are…

Continue Reading2024 Ray Pillman Award – Fred Pishalski
Read more about the article Top Tips for Family Paddling Trips
Top Tips for Family Paddling

Top Tips for Family Paddling Trips

  • Post author:Gina Gotch
  • Post published:February 19, 2024
  • Post category:Coastal Journeys
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Heading out to the wilderness with young kids may seem like an overwhelming project but with these tips, you can not only survive but thrive and build memories that last a lifetime.

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Winner 2023 Ray Pillman Service Award – Nick Heath

  • Post author:Gina Gotch
  • Post published:December 16, 2023
  • Post category:Community/News & Press
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Ray Pillman BC Marine Trails Service Award The award is given to an individual who has contributed significantly to the BC Marine Trails or made a significant contribution to theĀ …

Continue ReadingWinner 2023 Ray Pillman Service Award – Nick Heath

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