Coquitlam

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Chef Eric Pateman of Edible BC Shares Spot Prawn Recipe

Wednesday, May 19th, 2010 by Cheryl MacKinnon

I’ve had the great fortune to get to know the always wonderful, Chef Eric Pateman of Edible BC quite well over the past few years.  His energy and passion for food and a healthy lifestyle are infectious!
If you haven’t been to his retail store on Granville Island, be sure to put it on the list [...]

An Eagle’s Eye View in Harrison Mills

Sunday, November 22nd, 2009 by Cheryl MacKinnon

The Eagle Festival kicks off Saturday, November 21 in Harrison Mills – stay overnight at Sandpiper Golf Resort and spend the day seeking eagles from aboard a Fraser River Safari.

Accessible trails make it easy to get out into nature

Thursday, August 13th, 2009 by GetawayBC.com

There’s no denying it: the Tri-Cities is a haven for hikers. Mundy Park, that 435-acre gem in central Coquitlam, is full of nature lovers and dog walkers at all times of the day. Bert Flinn Park, a ne

New in town? Check out these local picnic spots

Friday, June 19th, 2009 by GetawayBC.com

Summer is the time for picnicking and barbecuing by the sea, but you don’t have to head to Vancouver to get a whiff of ocean air and some sand in your shorts.

The Tri-Cities is blessed with numerous

Enjoy the water by boat in the Tri-Cities

Friday, June 19th, 2009 by GetawayBC.com

By Sarah Payne

The Tri-City News

Looking for a fun way to cool off in the dog days of summer? Checking out the Tri-Cities’ beautiful natural surroundings from the water is a great way to spend time

Take a ride through beautiful Colony Farm Regional Park

Tuesday, April 14th, 2009 by GetawayBC.com

Colony Farm Regional Park has always been known for its flat, easy trails, beautiful scenery, bountiful birds, bats and history.

Now you can also rent a bike and go on a tour.

Kwikwetlem First Natio

Three regional parks to choose from

Wednesday, June 13th, 2007 by GetawayBC.com

BELCARRA REGIONAL PARK

The long and winding road of Tum-tumay-whueton Drive takes visitors to one of the most scenic – and historical – recreation spots in the Tri-Cities: the picnic shelter at Bel

Get on the water in the Tri-City

Wednesday, June 6th, 2007 by GetawayBC.com

The Tri-Cities are blessed with a diversity of natural surroundings and scenic landscapes, but one of the most defining features is the area’s abundant waterways.

With rivers, lakes and an ocean fjor

Bears: caution, not fear

Friday, May 12th, 2006 by GetawayBC.com

The point that Vanessa Elton wishes to make clear is that when it comes to black bears, there are no absolutes.

“Black bears are just as individual as people are,” she said. “You could have a black b

Ten great walks in the Tri-Cities

Friday, August 26th, 2005 by GetawayBC.com

Tri-City offers a range of trails, from paved urban paths to secluded walks through West Coast rain forests and along oceans and lakes. Don’t forget to take lip balm, water and sunscreen, and wear goo