Updated August 2018 LIFE STYLE www.hellobc.com Great for maps and information about accommodations, activities, restaurants, etc. www.suncoastarts.com Very comprehensive information from the Coast Cultural Alliance about all manner of performances, workshops, music, galleries and things artistic. www.sunshine-coast-trails.com Hiking and biking information with maps of the more popular trails. http://www.scrd.ca/dakota-ridge Dakota Ridge Winter Recreational Area for when you want to play in the snow. http://deeprooted.ca/cca/calendar.aspx A complete listing of entertainment on the Coast.
For those interested in hiking, consider joining our Weekend Warriors group. You can also contact STRIDERS – walking on the Sunshine Coast – Monday mornings. Hikes take up to two hours and are usually followed by coffee or lunch. Some of the paths are muddy and uneven, and some are steep for short stretches but none are very strenuous. Locations for hikes include Smuggler Cove, Cliff Gilker Park, Soames Hill, Hidden Groves, and Gospel Rock. If you are interested in joining Striders contact mondaystriders@gmail.com. Car-pooling may be arranged.
VOLUNTEERING Volunteering is a good way to get to know your community. The Sunshine Coast Volunteer Centre maintains a list of available volunteer positions that have been submitted by local organizations. Have a look and see if any might be suitable for you. www.scvolunteer.com Telephone: 604-885-1036 Email: mailto: scvolunteer@dccnet.com
WELCOME WAGON Welcome Wagon – it's a wonderful way to say "WELCOME". A representative will deliver a "basket" full of information and resources as well as gifts and gift cards from many Sunshine Coast businesses, all free of charge! Anyone who has moved to or relocated on the Coast in the past year is eligible. Also, expectant or parents of a new baby receive a "Baby Welcome" Basket up to 12 months from birth. Please contact Laurie at (604) 741-1557 or email sunshinecoastwelcomewagon@gmail.com TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION www.busonline.ca Sunshine Coast Transit www.bcferries.com BC Ferries http://sunshinecoastconnector.ca/index.php?route=common/home Daily coach services from Powell River and the Sunshine Coast to downtown Vancouver and Vancouver International Airport.