Hello all! Here we are, back on our beautiful Vancouver Island. Madge and I had an absolutely spiffing time sunbathing and roaming down south this winter but, there’s no place like home. This summer we’re going to take full advantage of all that this little spot of heaven on earth offers.
One thing that we are both most looking forward to is spending some time with the grand-kiddywinks. We’ve missed the family while we’ve been travelling, and they’ve missed us, so Tom and Charlotte will be visiting us on and off throughout our travels this year. We’ve got loads planned – beachcombing, boating, birdwatching, cycling, campfires, so much to do and so many lovely campgrounds up and down the Island to do them in.
We’re still combing the campground guides, trying to iron out our itinerary for the next few months. We are definitely going to start our travels at the Oceanside RV Resort – just up the road from the Sidney ferry terminal in Saanichton. They offer terraced lots with full hook-ups and beautiful natural views of the surrounding archipelago of accessible islands and bays.
I must admit, I’ve been a bit of a bossy-boots about where we should head so I thought it best to make amends and let Madge choose our next two destinations. She certainly took her time about it, there’s just so many to choose from, but finally settled on Malahat Mountain Meadows RV Park and Rondalyn Resort. Malahat Meadows is located 26kms north of Victoria near the summit of the Malahat Drive. We’ll enjoy a few days there then head further up-Island to the Rondalyn Resort situated 9 miles south of Nanaimo in a secluded forested park on a salmon spawning creek.
The Central Island has its charms and we’ll enjoy every minute of our time there but, before long feet will get itchy and we’ll be on the road and headed north. We’ll make a stop at Qualicum Bay Resort in Lighthouse Country with Tom & Charlotte. They’ll go loopy on the trampolines and cable slide and chill out in the man-made swimming lake with sandy shores. Onwards to points north with stops at Seal Bay RV Park & Campground in Courtenay, Puntledge RV Campground next to the Puntledge river and the wonderful Pacific Playgrounds at Saratoga Beach near Campbell River.
We just can’t get enough of North Island hospitality so, before we head south (Island that is) again we’ll absolutely call in at Salmon Point Resort RV Park and soak up the spectacular views of Georgia Strait, the Coastal Mountains and Desolation Sound. We’re also going to take a bit of a side trip to the mainland from Courtenay to Powell River. We’ve heard that there is a must see and stay park, Palm Beach, located just 10 minutes outside of Powell River. Can’t wait to enjoy a few hours ‘cruise’ on BC Ferries!
While Madge has been checking out campground guides and websites I’ve been searching my recipe books for some lovely campfire treats that I think Tom and Charlotte will enjoy. I think you will too, so I’ve included them in this magazine – let me know what you think once you’ve tried them out!
Well, loads to do, must go, TTFN (ta ta for now),
Roada
