By: Robert M Littlejohn | 2010-04-03 | Environmental A few words of truth and for thought, for those who are concerned about the current levels of forest destruction and devastation by the Pine Beetle. These little creatures are slowly taking over and killing one of our largest natural resources and we really have to consider, what is being done to eradicate them. I feel that this short article may throw some light on a potential solution to the pine beetle problem, if only the powers that be could realize that such a solution already exists. read more
By: YaShirey | 2011-03-21 | Travel & Leisure The land diversity of the province is awe-inspiring with more than fifty mountain ranges, and many plateaus and plains with green valleys separating all the different areas. read more
By: James Madison Iii | 2011-06-29 | Holidays One of British Columbia's leading sights are the Okanagan Valley's vineyards. They as well make Cider here. The Fraser Valley plus Vancouver Island's Cowichan Valley also have wine-cultivation regions. Famed for their warm weather, Penticton, Kamloops, and the small towns of Osoyoos and Oliver have some of the warmest and longest summer seasons in the country. read more
By: Dan Veselic | 2010-09-10 | Adventure Tourism If you are keen on skiing or driving bikes, Golden BC will be right for you. Well-known for its epic champagne powder and rough terrain with the highest concentration of back country lodges in North America, Golden is an ideal place to build a home-base in the winter. The back country is definitely not crowded - the only tracks you will be seeing in the morning, are your own! read more
By: James Madison Iii | 2011-06-30 | Travel Tips British Columbia is very fashionable for its range of wildlife. The things guests adore concerning the area are the woodlands, the waterways and coastal parts of Canada's most western region. Multiple species of bear are found residing in British Columbia. read more
By: seolncr | 2012-01-29 | Business The beetles are not too specialized for pollination. Their mouthparts are chewing and usually do more harm than good in many cases, however, some flowers from the earliest angiosperm taxa are pollinated by beetles. for example, magnolias and lilies . read more
By: ayay wang | 2010-07-09 | Business Business, Business News, Business Opportunities Concept 1 At the 1994 North American International Auto Show, Volkswagen unveiled the J Mays-penned "Concept 1" with lines heavily influenced by the original Beetle. It was equipped with "large diameter" 17 inch wheels (with the VW logo, just like the original Beetle hub cap) with low-profile tires. Also, in the concept car, there was a "zero emission" hybrid design. First generation 2003-2005 New Beetle convertible Strong public reaction persuaded the company to move the car into production,[citation needed] and in 1998 Volkswagen launched the New Beetle, designed by J Ma... read more
By: Anjali Singh | 2011-07-06 | Cars Volkswagen is leading European auto manufacturer and recently enters into Indian automobile market with long awaited small car model titled as Volkswagen Beetle in Indian market. read more
By: Gordon Addison | 2005-12-21 | Eco Tourism The annual gathering of Bald Eagles in Squamish BC is underway. Every year hundreds of these raptors winter on the banks of the Squamish River and its tributaries to feast on Salmon. Conveniently located half way between 2010 Winter Olympic hosts Vancouver and Whistler, right at the tip of Howe Sound, This is a spectacle not to be missed if you are in the area this winter. read more
By: James Madison Iii | 2011-06-29 | Travel & Leisure BC's National and Provincial Parks are an excellent approach to enjoy the beauty of mountain peaks, historic waterways, alpine meadows, rainforests and much more. Whether wilderness camping or lodging at a serviced campground, you may camp out under the constellation and cook a meal on a crackling campfire. read more
By: Fabiola Groshan | 2010-07-07 | Recreation & Sports Sports For winter sports fans looking to spice up their backcountry skiing experience in the picturesque region of British Columbia, a sound idea would be to opt for a quality snowcat skiing operator and get a taste of Canada’s finest selection of untamed ski circuits. BC cat skiing operators can accommodate to groups of either skiers or snowboarders, taking them to virgin mountain territories that ensure both a skiing and snowboarding challenge and an invigorating adventure in the heart of nature. Compared to heli skiing, snowcat boarding and skiing have the major advantage of being sens... read more
By: Lance Winslow | 2010-04-04 | Environmental Does it make sense to allow those with open space property to secure energy carbon credits, in trade for not developing on their property to save wildlife? The question is relevant because many people who have such property do not plan on developing the properties anyway, thus they would be getting "free money" and in the process this would increase the land values by that amount plus a speculation factor. read more
By: Kathryn Dawson | 2011-04-27 | Furniture When talking about pine, the first thoughts that enter the mind are those of relaxation, greenery and serenity. A picture of vacationing in a log cabin deep in the forest surrounded by hundreds of pine trees is truly something to look forward to. The smell of pine is never forgotten as it emits a wonderful clean and crisp scent that simply calms the mind. This is what is needed nowadays as work becomes more toxic and lifestyle becomes more hectic, there is barely time for anything at all. read more
By: Geoff McLean | 2011-09-30 | Recreation & Sports Victoria offers an amazing number of outdoor activities due to the mild climate and easy access to lakes, rivers, mountains, and the ocean. Whether you want to get out on the water, do some camping or hiking, mountain biking, skiing or caving, you will be able to pursue any of these outdoor activities in or near Victoria BC. read more