Day Trip Suggestions:

- Alberni Pacific Railway
Tours or ride the rails on the Alberni Pacific Railway. Steam trains, steam sawmill, Maritime Heritage, First Nations culture and art, the beautiful Alberni Valley on Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada is the home of a host of Heritage Tourism attractions that are educational and fun for the whole family.

- Milner Gardens
Milner Gardens and Woodland consists of a ten acre artists’ garden with trees and plants from the temperate regions of the world, including over 500 Rhododendrons as well as sixty acres of old growth forest and a trail system with interpretive information on the Douglas-fir eco-system. Guests have included Queen Elizabeth & Prince Philip, Prince Charles and Princess Diana.

- Bard To Broadway Theatre
June 30 to September 3, 2005
B2B is Vancouver Island's premiere summer theatre and presents five top quality theatrical productions and a series of special events everyday throughout the summer at the Mainstage Tent Theatre. Performed in beautiful downtown Qualicum Beach, renowned for its village charm and wide variety of shops. Here you will find the Old School House Gallery and Art Center for added culture.

- Horne Lake Caves
Discover another world, learn about the fascinating geology and history of these amazing caverns. Have a look UNDER Vancouver Island and see amazing crystal formations and ancient fossils. Climb an underground waterfall! Visitors to this unique park can explore on their own or try one of the award-winning guided tours. There is something for everyone with tours that range from easy Cavern Walks and Family Cave Tours to "Underground Extreme Rappel" expeditions.

- Butterfly World & Gardens. Stroll amongst hundreds of free-flying exotic butterflies in our indoor tropical gardens and plan to visit our Bird Aviary, Water Gardens, and Unique Gift Shop.

- North Island Wildlife Recovery
Non-profit organization serving the growing need to assist injured, ill and orphaned wildlife. We have a public viewing area, eagle flight cage, Museum of Nature and Wildlife Learning Centre. Open April - October.

- Rainforest Nature Hikes
A nature tour company specializing in west coast sightseeing day trips, wildlife viewing, interpretive rainforest walks and native culture. Travel by four wheel drive van to old growth rainforests, ocean beaches, Mt. Arrowsmith and remote historic Villages. Learn about local history, flora and fauna and forest industry. This is the ideal nature adventure for seniors and families. Easy walks, no strenuous hikes. We also offer the ultimate woods & wine tour, a quality wine country experience & visit to Wildwood Forest. Year round half day and full day tours.

Other points of Interest
- Coombs BC
Then there is Coombs, famous for their annual Rodeo, country music festival and of course the Old Country Market complete with goats on the roof, a site you must see.

- Englishman River Falls
If you are a nature lover experience Englishman River Falls, Little Qualicum Falls and Cathedral Grove, with it’s towering 850-year-old Douglas fir trees. A must for photographers, as it is breathtaking.