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In Depth in Whistler
120km (75 miles) N of Vancouver The premier ski resort in North America, according to Ski, Snow Country, and Condé Nast Traveler magazines, the Whistler/Blackcomb complex boasts more…
Active Pursuits in Pacific Rim National Park
Birding -- The Tofino/Ucluelet area is directly in the path of the Pacific Flyway and attracts tens of thousands of birds and wildfowl; it’s also home to bald eagles. The area…
Active Pursuits in Port Hardy
Diving Diving is excellent in the Port Hardy area. North Island Diving and Kayaking, 8625 Shipley St. (tel. 250/902-0565; www.odysseykayaking.com), is a full-service dive service, with…
Driving Tours in Northern British Columbia
The Alaska Highway Constructed as a military freight road during World War II to link Alaska to the Lower 48, the Alaska Highway -- also known as the Alcan Highway, and Hwy. 97 in…
Active Pursuits in Prince Rupert
Fishing Prince Rupert is famed for its excellent sportfishing. There are dozens of charter operators based in town. The Visitor Info Centre, in Cow Bay (tel. 800/667-1994 in Canada, or…
Organized Tours in Prince Rupert
Archaeological, Wildlife & Adventure Tours Prince Rupert is at the center of an amazingly scenic area, but unless you have your own boat, you'll find it hard to get around. A good…
Regions in Brief in Cowichan Valley
Duncan: The City of Totem Poles Duncan is a welcoming city of 5,300, with a mix of First Nations peoples and descendants of European settlers. Congested Hwy. 1 runs to the east of the…
Regions in Brief in Yellowhead Highway
Terrace The Yellowhead Highway (Hwy. 16) follows the lush Skeena River valley from Prince Rupert, on the coast of the Inside Passage, to the province's interior. It's the gateway to…
Active Pursuits in Sooke Harbor and Port Renfrew
Hiking the Juan de Fuca Marine Trail This long-distance hiking trail links China Beach Park, just past the town of Jordan River, to Botanical Beach Provincial Park, near Port Renfrew,…
Organized Tours in Wells Gray Provincial Park
Area accommodations make it easy to get out and explore the wilderness. Both Trophy Mountain Buffalo Ranch and Helmcken Falls Lodge and the Wells Gray Guest Ranch, Wells Gray Road…
Active Pursuits in Southeastern British Columbia
Between Radium Hot Springs and Canal Flats, the Columbia Valley is broad and green, flanked by the towering peaks of the Rockies to the east and the Purcell Mountains to the west.…
Active Pursuits in Canmore and Kananaskis
It's the excellent access to outdoor activities that makes Canmore and the Kananaskis such a prime destination. But don't discount Canmore's casual sophistication in town, either. A…
Side Trips in Inuvik
Inuvik may be the end of the road, but tour operators continue out from here to truly remote destinations. Two of the best companies are Up North Tours and Arctic Adventure Tours (tel.…
Active Pursuits in Jasper National Park
You can find much of the gear you'll need for everything from fishing to rafting at a number of local stores. On-Line Sport and Tackle (600 Patricia St.; tel. 780/852-3630) has an…
Active Pursuits in Nunavut
Spring (Apr-June) is the peak time for outdoor sports in Nunavut. The bay is still frozen and snow still covers the ground, but the days are warmish (about 14°F/-10°C) and the sun…
Active Pursuits in Alberta
Most people don't come to Alberta with the intention of sticking to the cities. Blessed with extraordinary mountain terrain; beautiful rolling foothills; vast prairie land; and…
In Depth in Alberta
Vast, broad plains, rolling foothills, jagged peaks, massive river deltas, and the second-largest oil deposits on earth -- all this is contained within the provincial boundaries of…
Active Pursuits in Fairbanks
Get guidance at the Alaska Public Lands Information Center, in the Morris Thompson Center at 101 Dunkel St. (tel. 907/459-3730; www.alaskacenters.gov). The staff will advise you on…
Festivals in Rio de Janeiro
Ah, Carnaval. The name evokes explosive images of colorful costumes, lavish floats, swarming masses, and last-minute debauchery before the sober Lenten season begins. Though it may…
Active Pursuits in Northeastern New Mexico
Northeastern New Mexico encompasses a variety of Southwestern landscapes. The undulating grasslands of the eastern portion of the region eventually give way to the cliffs, canyons, and…
In Depth in Lancaster County
This area has been a major farming region since German settlers came across its limestone-rich soil and rolling hills 3 centuries ago. Lancaster County boasts the most productive…
Active Pursuits in Texas Gulf Coast
Birding Along the Texas Coast -- The coastal plains of Texas are a haven for birds. The area is rich in resident species and is the winter home to many more. It offers a variety of…
Active Pursuits in South Padre Island
Fishing -- There have been record-setting catches made in the waters around South Padre Island: The state record blue marlin, at 876 1/2 pounds, was taken offshore.The beach and…
Active Pursuits in Skagway
The Mountain Shop, 355 4th Ave. (tel. 907/983-2544), rents and sells the equipment you need for backpacking or other outdoor activities in Skagway. The owner organizes guided dayhikes,…
In Depth in Skagway
The Gold Rush in ContextThe 1898 Klondike Gold Rush was the single biggest event in Alaska history. You'll be hearing a lot about it. Here's some of the context for the barrage of…