story and photos by Shelley Tice -  Hiking is an easy, inexpensive way to experience the natural beauty of Vancouver Island. Our family's favourite hikes lead us through West Coast forests to beautiful views, vistas and beaches that we can visit in a few hours, keeping everyone happy. We typically pair our hikes with our [...]

story and photos by Kathryn Alvarez -  An ideal garden for many people is one that is attractive, low-maintenance and drought-tolerant, with plants that attract bees, butterflies and birds. To achieve this, some of the best plant choices are native plants – species that were here before the European colonization of the Salish Sea bioregion [...]

by Sue Hodgson -  Publishing Seaside Magazine continues to be one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. Every day I work closely with other small business owners and creators in our vibrant community, highlighting their work and telling their stories. From the coffee shop owner who pours her heart into every cup to [...]