As we all start to peek out from under our cozy winter blankets, I just love hearing about all the summer time planning in the works from people and their networks. It’s been fun to pull some ideas for their consideration and I’m happy to pass them over to you.
We’re excited to see all your travel photos!
Here are a few reminders to help your adventures percolate:
Music festivals are an absolute favourite, here’s an article highlighting many: https://vancouversun.com/entertainment/local-arts/bc-summer-music-festivals-list-2023
It might just be the prairies girl in me, but I do love a good ‘ol country fair and you can track them all down for BC here: https://www.bcfairs.ca/events
Hiking across BC is gorgeous, check out these accessible hikes: https://www.hellobc.com/stories/get-back-to-nature-10-accessible-hiking-trails-in-bc/
Haida Gwaii apparently has BC’s most accessible hiking trail https://sci-bc.ca/haida-gwaii-opens-wheelchair-friendly-boardwalks-and-virtual-hike/
Beach fun, check out Tofino’s beach chair rentals: https://sci-bc.ca/a-beach-wheelchair-story-from-our-peer/
More accessible beaches in Vancouver (also in Whiterock, Whistler, Harrison, Parksville) https://sci-bc.ca/resource/accessible-beaches-vancouver/
I also adore a good campout. You can get some great campsite fee exemptions here with BC Parks: https://bcparks.ca/reservations/camping-fees/social-services-exemption/
For those not into camping or needing a break from the elements, here are some cool hotel listings for accessible spots across BC https://sci-bc.ca/resource/accessible-hotels-bc/
Here’s information to get the $1 non-tidal fishing license:
https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/sports-culture/recreation/fishing-hunting/fishing/recreational-freshwater-fishing-licence#Disabled_Fishing_Licence
Here’s your transportation reminders:
BC Ferries Accessibility Fare https://www.bcferries.com/accessibility
Westjet Companion Fares (across Canada): https://www.westjet.com/en-ca/special-needs/personal-attendant
Via Rail Accessibility: https://www.viarail.ca/en/plan/accessibility#preparing-for-your-trip
Shared by: Meaghen Taylor-Reid