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Glenora is a place very close to my heart, as it's the place I call home. A charming, quiet, and decidedly quaint rural community, Glenora feels like you're deep in the country, yet is just minutes to Duncan. Glenora has more farm stands than stores, and one of my favorite things about living here is waking up on a Sunday morning and going on one of my weekly "Egg quests" where I drive or bike ...

Shawnigan Lake is a picturesque slice of paradise located just a (relatively) short 45ish minute drive away from Victoria. Due to it's proximity the province's capital and Vancouver Island's largest city, Shawnigan Lake has long been a favorite summer getaway or retirement destination for Victoria's well heeled, and has developed a somewhat "Luxurious" character and reputation as a result. Rece...

The more time I spend in the Ladysmith, the more I've grown to love it. It's just got such a great vibe and feels like the kind of friendly, tight-knit community you just don't come across all that often anymore these days. Ladysmith has a lot going for it, from the incredible views to the charming "Main street" to some truly exceptional parks and nearby hikes, there's a lot to love about life ...

"The Properties" up on Mt. Tzouhalem is the Cowichan Valley's fastest growing neighborhood. With literally dozens upon dozens (if not hundreds!) of homes currently under construction, and huge new tracts of land set to be developed in the coming years, The Properties between Duncan and Maple Bay is set to be one of the Cowichan Valley's fastest growing neighborhoods for years to come. Pretty mu...

Chemainus is a small town that's big on heart, and big into the arts. World famous for it's murals, and locally famous for its theatre and performing arts scene, Chemainus is small town that has a lot to offer. Probably what I like best about Chemainus is it's utterly charming and totally walkable town core, that's lined with quaint shops and cafes, and features literally dozens of professional...

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Cobble Hill has a sort of sleepy serenity you don't find in a lot of other communities. Its seems a world away from the hustle and bustle of modern life, and still has that sort of small-town charm that feels both warm and welcoming. This short video showcases a few local landmarks in "Downtown" Cobble Hill like the old B - A Garage, The Cobblestone Pub, the Twice Upon A Time consignment store,...

Mill Bay has a decidedly "Upscale" feeling, with many spectacular waterfront homes and a charming town core centered around the Mill Bay Shopping Centre. As the closest community "Up island" from Victoria, it's always been somewhat of a "Bedroom" or retirement community for the well heeled looking to escape the hustle and bustle of "Big city life" while still staying relative close to friends o...

Spring weather makes everything look better! Here's the first video in a new series of vibe heavy videos shot around town in Duncan. No real narrative to speak of, just wanted to showcase my hometown in a positive light. Music: "One Step At A Time" by Johnathon M. Horner (Beat Mekanik) - Soundcloud.com/beat-mekanik

Crofton is one of Vancouver Island's best kept secrets. Long written off as a "Mill town" Crofton's charms have largely been slept on, and home prices in Crofton are substantially lower than in many other similar communities on Vancouver Island. Part of the reason prices in Crofton are unexpectedly low, is if I'm being totally honest, Crofton literally stinks. The mill, while a cornerstone of t...

Maple Bay is a funny little place, it's incredibly beautiful, and delightfully charming, yet feels completely slept on. My partner and I have been out there for walks a couple of times recently and both times were amazed how few other people there were in a place that almost anywhere else on earth would be swarmed by tourists and day-trippers. It almost feels like the rest of the world forgot a...

There's a certain waterfall not far from Cowichan Lake that has quickly become one of my absolutely favorite places to go when I want to feel a sense of complete disconnection from the modern world. It's a less than an hours drive from home, yet feels a million miles away from the stresses and pressures of life. I've been out there a half dozen times now across various seasons and I've yet to s...

Cowichan Lake the lake, (Not Lake Cowichan the town) is a gorgeous lake offering incredible opportunities for recreation on the water and is the headwaters of the Cowichan River. At a less than 30 minute drive from downtown Duncan it's also a fantastic day trip for those of us living in the Cowichan Valley. Shot on a camping trip with my family last summer, this video is meant to showcase just ...

Cowichan Bay has quickly become by favorite day trips in the Cowichan Valley. It's quaint, charming as heck, and a less than 30 minute drive from downtown Duncan or just around an hour away from Victoria or Nanaimo. With ample free parking, a free public boat launch, lots of charming local businesses, some great local dining options and some truly spectacular views, Cowichan Bay is a great plac...

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