After having enjoyed the immense beauty of Tofino, Ucluelet and Long Beach, I left the Western coast of Vancouver Island with a heavy heart. But the untamed beauty of Tahsis soon made up for the scenery I had left behind.
One of the fringe benefits to a journey such as my own is the generous amount of information most charters will provide in exchange for a few photos and a mention of the experience one had with their outfit.
It’s incredibly easy to picture a life for myself and family here in Tahsis; surrounded by eagles, bears and a guarantee of fresh salmon for dinner. It is impossible to not explore the real estate market. Despite warnings from the locals of three months worth of dreary weather a year and intense amounts of rain during the winter months, the affordable housing market is considerably tantalizing. With approximately 200 very friendly and laid back locals, a library, and up-to-date medical center the idea is even easier to adapt to.
Waking up to a fog covered inlet and watching it slowly rise and dissipate with the sun I feel as if I am living in a world painted by one of the old masters. It is truly a work of art; picture perfect.
I have been so lucky as to have met Chris Dobranski who has made my two weeks stay here a real delight. Chris is a very talented master carver and native to Edmonton. He has lived in Tahsis on and off for the past 15 years. His adopted name is Tanuud, given to him by the Haida First Nations of the Queen Charlotte Islands and is known by carvers worldwide.
I continue on my journey of discovery and embark north to see what adventures may be in store.
One of the fringe benefits to a journey such as my own is the generous amount of information most charters will provide in exchange for a few photos and a mention of the experience one had with their outfit.
It’s incredibly easy to picture a life for myself and family here in Tahsis; surrounded by eagles, bears and a guarantee of fresh salmon for dinner. It is impossible to not explore the real estate market. Despite warnings from the locals of three months worth of dreary weather a year and intense amounts of rain during the winter months, the affordable housing market is considerably tantalizing. With approximately 200 very friendly and laid back locals, a library, and up-to-date medical center the idea is even easier to adapt to.
Waking up to a fog covered inlet and watching it slowly rise and dissipate with the sun I feel as if I am living in a world painted by one of the old masters. It is truly a work of art; picture perfect.
I have been so lucky as to have met Chris Dobranski who has made my two weeks stay here a real delight. Chris is a very talented master carver and native to Edmonton. He has lived in Tahsis on and off for the past 15 years. His adopted name is Tanuud, given to him by the Haida First Nations of the Queen Charlotte Islands and is known by carvers worldwide.
I continue on my journey of discovery and embark north to see what adventures may be in store.
Gypsy Jack
* Written by: Jesi J Driessen
* Written by: Jesi J Driessen
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