Well, there's snow up in the hills now, but hunting season is still fresh in the memories of those who attempt a self-sufficient lifestyle. Johnny Jones, Lil’wat Cultural Technician, shared this photo one of 5 hunting blinds up by below Goat Mountain and Tenquille Mountain. It is a old time hunting ground of the … Continue reading Walking the Territory with Johnny Jones: Lil’wat Hunting Blind
For some folk, the annual Christmas tradition means traipsing around in the woods to find a tree. For others, it means traipsing around in the woods to find a different kind of trophy: a bird sighting. Last year, 30,416 birds were tallied, with 131 species identified, throughout Sea to Sky in the annual Christmas bird count. … Continue reading Save the Date: Christmas Bird Count, Dec 17
Coming up at the Library on December 4, Tracy Defoe facilitates a free workshop on Clear Language and Design. One of Tracy's passions is the practice of writing for clarity and layout for readability. Tracy has taught Clear Language and Design principles for more than twenty years to a wide range of clients including businesses, … Continue reading Learn the Secret of Better Communication & Design – Dec 4
Find out how to be radiant and chemical-free. Joanna Runciman is a Whistler author and has recently released 'The Radiant Woman's Handbook'. She will be giving a talk and demo at the Library at 6.30pm on Monday 2nd December.
The thing I love most about the Wellness Almanac is the posts from our guest contributors and columnists. There is so much expertise and passion in this community - I love tapping into that, and gaining perspective about different issues, grounded in the wisdom of place. If you've been busy managing a jam-packed end-of-year festive … Continue reading November Round-Up
You know that moment in time when you suddenly understand a concept that has steadfastly eluded you? Perhaps you are just lounging in the grass watching the clouds race across the sky and 'it' hits you. Thinking about that moment afterward, you could almost swear you heard the sound of a key turning a lock … Continue reading GE/GMO Foods: My Isaac Newton Moment
Pickers and foragers and mountain bikers and hikers know it was a pretty darn good season for mushrooms this year. So, here's a little TED talk to help get your mushroom-love on.
Fall - the transition from summer to winter. Leaves turning from vibrant green to hues of red, orange and yellow, colder evenings, rain in the village and snow on the mountain. This can only mean wood burning fires, mugs of hot cocoa and comfort food - soups, stews, apple pie and, for me, lasagne. I love … Continue reading Recipe of the Week: Butternut Squash and Kale Lasagna
In addition to babies (a LOT of babies), there's some pretty amazing stuff that gets MADE in Pemberton. The Pemberton Arts Council hosts its 6th annual arty-party at the Pemberton Community Centre on Saturday, November 30, celebrating and showcasing some of those works. (Not the babies. It's an adults only affair. That way, grown ups can … Continue reading Event: MADE, Nov 30
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