Hello (again) world. It’s been a long time since I posted anything on this blog, despite having it completely redesigned many months ago. What better reason to write than to promote the upcoming Sooke Harbour Players production of Camelot The Pantomime! Tickets are just $22 for adults, and $16 for seniors (65+) and youth (6-17).Continue reading “5 Reasons To Go See Camelot This Weekend and Next”
Category Archives: Sooke Activities
Sooke Christmas Lights Map 2015
Last night, I piled the family in the car and went out in search of the best Christmas lights displays in Sooke. While I didn’t have time to drive every street in Sooke, I think I covered a lot of ground, from up Otter Point Road, over to Broomhill, down Whiffen Spit, and Sunriver Estates. I’dContinue reading “Sooke Christmas Lights Map 2015”
Hallowe’en 2015 In Sooke
Happy October, and Happy Hallowe’en! The big night is almost here, and it’s nice that it is on a weekend so we can all enjoy it. I’m not sure the weather is going to cooperate for the little ghouls and ghosts trick-or-treating, but there are still lots of fun family activities going on. Read on…Continue reading “Hallowe’en 2015 In Sooke”
Sooke Beaches: Fishboat Bay Park
I know summer is drawing to a close and school is back in next week, but I noticed this morning that the forecast had changed – where rain was called for on the weekend, it now looks like the sun will be out on Saturday and Sunday. This could be one of the last weekendsContinue reading “Sooke Beaches: Fishboat Bay Park”
Hikes in Sooke – Bluff Mountain Ridge Trail
What a beautiful day we had in Sooke this past Sunday. Sunny, warm, and still just mid-February. It’s no wonder my Saturday was spent showing folks from Alberta around our gorgeous region! My wife (who is 8 months pregnant), our 2-year old daughter and I decided we’d get outdoors and do a hike.
Valentines Day in Sooke – Top 5 Ideas For Romance
It’s Valentines Day – are you stuck for ideas for romancing your sweetheart? Here are 5 top places and activities to ignite the candle of romance in your life. Even if you’ve already got plans, bookmark this page for the next time you’re looking to impress that special somebody.
New Sombrio Bridge is Now Open – Watch Its Construction [Video]
In 2009 the Provincial Ministry of Transport announced an improvement project on Highway 14 between Jordan River and Port Renfrew. Since then, there has been about 22 km of new roads, bridges, and other improvements on the Pacific Marine Circle Route. The Route, which allows motorists to travel between Sooke, Port Renfrew, Lake Cowichan, Duncan,Continue reading “New Sombrio Bridge is Now Open – Watch Its Construction [Video]”
Sooke Parks in Profile: China Beach (Juan De Fuca Provincial Park)
It’s been way too long since I posted about parks in Sooke. My wife’s sister is in town for a few day and we took advantage of the great weather we’ve been having lately for an excursion out to China Beach. Located at the trailhead of the Juan de Fuca Marine Trail just a few kilometresContinue reading “Sooke Parks in Profile: China Beach (Juan De Fuca Provincial Park)”
Bootcamp In Sooke with MIJO Fitness
As some of you know, I’ve been working on losing some weight and getting back into shape. It’s a typical story: boy is single, boy gets in shape.
Three New TV Spots Encourage People To Discover Sooke
If there’s one guy who loves the Sooke region as much as I do, it’s my pal Jason at Discover Sooke. Jason was the first friend I made when I moved to the Island 6 years ago. He and Mrs. Discover Sooke eventually decided to move out here from Langford and haven’t looked back.