<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>
<rss version="2.0"
	xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/"
	xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/"
	xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/"
	xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"
	xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/"
	xmlns:slash="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/slash/"
	>

<channel>
	<title>World of Warcraft College</title>
	<atom:link href="http://wowcollege.com/feed/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" />
	<link>http://wowcollege.com</link>
	<description>The only class you love taking</description>
	<lastBuildDate>Tue, 13 Jul 2010 20:34:32 +0000</lastBuildDate>
	<generator>http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.5</generator>
	<language>en</language>
	<sy:updatePeriod>hourly</sy:updatePeriod>
	<sy:updateFrequency>1</sy:updateFrequency>
			<item>
		<title>Looking To Hire? Hire A Middle Man</title>
		<link>http://wowcollege.com/looking-to-hire-hire-a-middle-man/</link>
		<comments>http://wowcollege.com/looking-to-hire-hire-a-middle-man/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 13 Jul 2010 20:34:32 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Azwar Khalid</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Hunter]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[business]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[head]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[human resources]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[humanities]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[hunters]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[jobs]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[leadership]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Motivation]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://wowcollege.com/looking-to-hire-hire-a-middle-man/</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[When it is time to hire senior management staff, there are a few options you can use. The first is placing an ad, either in the paper or on the net. You can also talk to your associates to see if they know of anyone that is qualified for the position. However, if you are looking for the most effective route use an executive recruitment service.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When it is time to hire senior management staff, there are a few options you can use. The first is placing an ad, either in the paper or on the net. You can also talk to your associates to see if they know of anyone that is qualified for the position. However, if you are looking for the most effective route use an executive recruitment service.</p>
<p>Executive recruitment services are basically what some may refer to as headhunters. While using executive recruitment services, you will find candidates that match your specific job description and qualifications. For those looking to employ individuals at an executive or senior level, a qualified and successful headhunting firm is the way to go.</p>
<p>There are a number of advantages to using executive recruitment services. A big benefit to a number of companies is the confidentiality they offer. Headhunters offer a privacy structure that means only a select few will even know you are hiring, unless of course you make it publicly known. A qualified recruiter will be able to ask you the right question to give them a perspective on the climate of your business, this will help them bring only the best candidates to you.</p>
<p>Executive recruitment services are experts when it comes to research. In a perfect world, all it would take is one phone call to find you the perfect candidate. Unfortunately in the real world, head hunters spend countless hours calling candidates , scheduling meetings and interviews, traveling and doing all the necessary paperwork to find the right candidate for you. Magically many firms can find you an ideal candidate within a week, give or take. Regardless, the process takes time, time that you won&#8217;t have to spend as the recruiters will do all the work for you.</p>
<p>Recruiters always work with an ample amount of contacts. Executive recruitment services keep a database of the cream of the crop when it comes to candidates of all levels and industries. Specialized headhunters know the market and they possess an amazing ability to tap into it. What many do not know, is quite often recruiters get their leads from individuals who are believe or not, are not in the market.</p>
<p>These are of course only a few of the benefits that you receive when working with an executive recruitment service when trying to hire an executive to join your company. The unparalleled and invaluable service that these firms offer, a number of companies only hire candidates presented by headhunters. However, before you hire an executive recruitment service you need to do your research. Unfortunately not all firms and individuals have the same scruples, talents, success rate or education that it takes to find the ideal executive candidate for your company. You can ask for references from business associates you have. You want to work with a firm that has a proven track record. Once you find that company or that person that will be able to help you find your ideal candidate, you will never go back to the old way of hiring again.</p>
<p>If you are interested to hire Senior management positions do not hesitate to contact an <a href="http://www.mcnameelamb.com/executiverecruitmentservices.html">Executive Recruitment Services</a> if you want to get on contact with us <a href="http://www.mcnameelamb.com/">Click Here</a></p>
<script type="text/javascript" class="owbutton" src="http://www.onlywire.com/button" title="Looking To Hire? Hire A Middle Man" url="http://wowcollege.com/looking-to-hire-hire-a-middle-man/"></script>]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://wowcollege.com/looking-to-hire-hire-a-middle-man/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>What You Should Consider On A Pheasant Hunt</title>
		<link>http://wowcollege.com/what-you-should-consider-on-a-pheasant-hunt/</link>
		<comments>http://wowcollege.com/what-you-should-consider-on-a-pheasant-hunt/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 10 Jul 2010 13:31:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Chris Chandler</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Hunter]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[advice]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[bird]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[birds]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[general]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[hunters]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[hunting]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[nature]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[outdoors]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[pheasant]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[pheasants]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[recreation]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[tips]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://wowcollege.com/what-you-should-consider-on-a-pheasant-hunt/</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Pheasants are established worldwide and have a variety of colors. You will find everything from the white-eared pheasant to the reddish colored Blood pheasant, and everything else in between. The environment seems to be the biggest factor in the species success. There are certain places were the birds will thrive, in other locations in which they will not survive as good. This can be generally as a result of predation more than a lack of food. Similar to many bird species, the pheasant can be a tasty treat for a hungry wildcat along with other wild critters.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Pheasants can be found in many places around the world with many different colors that will identify a species. Habitat is in the end the most crucial thing in the survival of the pheasant. Particular habitats are more protective of pheasants and their eggs compared to other places, and it prevents being fed upon. The wildcat is the most threatening predator to the wild pheasant. It can leap off the terrain and take one out of the sky very quickly and be consuming a meal in seconds. In places that have raccoons and snakes, the eggs will be in danger as well.</p>
<p>It is becoming more common to find pheasant hunting farms across the United States. Pheasant reserve farms will make sure to harvest the eggs and take care of Those eggs until the young birds are ready to be released out in the wild. This early intervention protects their future generations of pheasants. Sometimes they order eggs from other locations which ensures genetic diversity.</p>
<p>Good hunting dogs are imperative to being successful on the hunting range. A good dog will not only find the bird, but also scare and retrieve it for you. Labrador retrievers are the most sought after dogs for hunting pheasant. It takes a good bit of training to train a good bird dog, but once it&#8217;s ready to go and experienced, you will want to live in the fields. Some hunters prefer pointers, but not me.</p>
<p>Expect to find birds around water during the hotter season. They enjoy ponds, creeks, streams, faucets, irrigation areas as well as pumps. I know that in Wisconsin that you can only hunt pheasant from mid-October to the end of the year, so it pays to scout for birds during the warmer parts of the year. When it is time to hunt, you can expect to find the best hunting in the mornings and afternoons of the day. The early morning hours seemed to be the best time of the day to take a lot of pheasant because they&#8217;re just waking and not as alert to danger because they are out gathering food.</p>
<p>It is always a good practice to wait for the birds to settle back down. When you and your dog first arrive, there will be a lot more action on part of the pheasants to move and find shelter. Just hold still and wait for things to calm down. Always looks for signs of crowing and tracks to make sure you have pheasant in the area. Pheasant farms or reserves will release new pheasants just prior to your hunting, so you don&#8217;t have to do any scouting or tracking in those hunting locations.</p>
<p>For more on pheasant hunting and Bird hunting lodges. Get your bird dog ready for a hunt of a lifetime.</p>
<p>More information on <a href="http://www.wingshootingdestinations.com/">pheasant hunting</a> and <a href="http://wingshootingdestinations.com/Wingshooting/USA/Alabama-Quail-Hunting/">Bird hunting lodges</a>. Get your bird dog ready for the bird hunt of a lifetime.</p>
<script type="text/javascript" class="owbutton" src="http://www.onlywire.com/button" title="What You Should Consider On A Pheasant Hunt" url="http://wowcollege.com/what-you-should-consider-on-a-pheasant-hunt/"></script>]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://wowcollege.com/what-you-should-consider-on-a-pheasant-hunt/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>The State Of The Housing And Condo Market In Vancouver, BC</title>
		<link>http://wowcollege.com/the-state-of-the-housing-and-condo-market-in-vancouver-bc/</link>
		<comments>http://wowcollege.com/the-state-of-the-housing-and-condo-market-in-vancouver-bc/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sun, 04 Jul 2010 07:17:55 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Stephen Daniels</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[BC]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[condo market Vancouver BC]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[state of real estate in Vancouver]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://wowcollege.com/the-state-of-the-housing-and-condo-market-in-vancouver-bc/</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[There are some interesting trends in the housing and condo markets in the Vancouver, BC metro area. Within the past year or so, the average home price in Vancouver rose 14 percent and now sits at around $1 million. This price reflects a rather steep climb over the last 35 years, wherein prices have effectively doubled, even when adjusted for inflation.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There are some interesting trends in the housing and condo markets in the Vancouver, BC metro area. Within the past year or so, the average home price in Vancouver rose 14 percent and now sits at around $1 million. This price reflects a rather steep climb over the last 35 years, wherein prices have effectively doubled, even when adjusted for inflation.</p>
<p>One of the more interesting developments in the Vancouver, BC condo market has been the recent availability of residences that are located in what was the Olympic Village during the most recent winter games. The complex was converted into just over a thousand high-end condos, and nearly half of them have been pre-sold. The sudden availability and popularity of these units has some folks wondering if the housing bubble &#8211; which seemed to skip Vancouver and BC the first time &#8211; is about to come bouncing in. </p>
<p>The Village was rechristened Millennium Water and tours of the grounds are bringing in around a hundred visitors per day. The condos themselves were created with some impressive energy-saving features, such as green roofs and shades that automatically help regulate the temperature inside. The price for an 815-square-foot, 1-bedroom unit is C$879,000 &#8211; meaning these units are about $12 pricier per square foot than the average square foot in Manhattan.   </p>
<p>Also worth noting about the British Colombia housing market outlook for 2010 is that, after experiencing a rise of a little over 2 percent in the year 2009, residential prices on average are expected to go up by over 6 percent in 2010 and another 1 percent in 2011. </p>
<p>To the outsider, it may seem like Vancouver&#8217;s chief industry is the buying and selling of real estate. As soon as you step off the plane in this beautiful city, you are inundated with advertisements for planned condo communities, many of which aim to be little worlds in themselves with schools, shops and resort-level luxuries.</p>
<p>The market appears to have shifted from one that was more favorable to sellers to one that is more balanced. There has been an increase of supply, both in existing houses and in new construction, which is expected to contribute to the increasing equilibrium in the market.</p>
<p>However, mortgage rates are on the rise; in fact, they were just recently bumped up considerably.  It is believed that this could dampen the enthusiasm for buying houses and condos and bring more moderation to the price increases.  </p>
<p>All in all, the house and condo market in Vancouver, and in all of BC, appears set for some interesting times with buyers and sellers battling it out for the more favorable vantage point.</p>
<p>Reproduction permitted only when all active hyperlinks are included. 2010 All rights reserved.</p>
<p>Stephen Daniels is an acclaimed <a href="http://blog.netbiz.com">NetBiz SEO 2.0</a> researcher. If you&#8217;re looking into the <a href="http://www.reddotrealestate.com">Vancouver, BC condo market</a>, he recommends real estate broker Red Dot Real Estate. With over $1 billion in sales since 1981, they offer experienced guidance and market the best developments in exceptional areas throughout Vancouver.</p>
<script type="text/javascript" class="owbutton" src="http://www.onlywire.com/button" title="The State Of The Housing And Condo Market In Vancouver, BC" url="http://wowcollege.com/the-state-of-the-housing-and-condo-market-in-vancouver-bc/"></script>]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://wowcollege.com/the-state-of-the-housing-and-condo-market-in-vancouver-bc/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>Nanaimo, Central Vancouver Island, Vancouver Island, British Columbia</title>
		<link>http://wowcollege.com/nanaimo-central-vancouver-island-vancouver-island-british-columbia/</link>
		<comments>http://wowcollege.com/nanaimo-central-vancouver-island-vancouver-island-british-columbia/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 29 Jun 2010 19:28:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Casey Beam</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[BC]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[british columbia]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Canada]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Central Vancouver Island]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[destinations]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Hub City]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[leisure]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Nanaimo]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[outdoors]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Tourist]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[travel]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Vacation]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Vancouver Island]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://wowcollege.com/nanaimo-central-vancouver-island-vancouver-island-british-columbia/</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Nanaimo is located on Vancouver Islands' protected eastern coast, along the Strait of Georgia. Being the largest city north of the Malahat and its central location, Nanaimo is a good jumping off point for exploring Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Nanaimo is located on Vancouver Islands&#8217; protected eastern coast, along the Strait of Georgia. Being the largest city north of the Malahat and its central location, Nanaimo is a good jumping off point for exploring Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands.</p>
<p>This part of the island has one of the mildest and sunniest climates in Canada. The scenery is quintessentially Vancouver Island: temperate coastal rainforests, sparkling ocean and majestic mountain ranges.</p>
<p>The city had its beginning as a trading post in the early 1800s. In 1849 the Snuneymuxw chief informed the Hudson&#8217;s Bay Company of the presence of coal in the area. By 1853 the company had built a fort known as the Nanaimo Bastion. Incorporated in 1874, Nanaimo is the third oldest city in British Columbia.</p>
<p>Since then Nanaimo has become a great place to live, work and visit. The city offers a clean, accessible waterfront, cultural festivals in the summer, a university campus, and superb scenery.</p>
<p>Because of its central location, Nanaimo is well connected. BC Ferries runs large ferries from Nanaimo to Vancouver every couple of hours and seaplanes are constantly coming and going from the downtown waterfront on their way between downtown Vancouver or Vancouver International Airport. Nanaimo also has an airport just a few minutes south of town.</p>
<p>By virtue of its connections and proximity to Vancouver, Nanaimo is the gateway to many other destinations both on the island &#8211; Tofino, Comox Valley, Campbell River, Port Alberni, Chemainus, &#8230; Off the Vancouver Island coast you will find: Newcastle Island, Protection Island, Gabriola Island, Valdes Island, and many other of the Gulf Islands.</p>
<p>Whether you are a visitor, or a baby boomer looking for a place to retire to, the City of Nanaimo has all the services you could ask for and more. Whether it is the big box stores in the North, all the shopping malls or the intimate boutiques and cafes downtown, Nanaimo has you covered.</p>
<p>The bustling harbour is the central focus for visitors to Nanaimo, with freighters, fishing boats, tugboats and barges, sail boats and float planes all coming and going from the downtown waterfront.</p>
<p>Nanaimo offers the perfect mix of work and play activities. With its pristine beauty, the incredible variety of adventures and the many activities you can choose from it is a great place to visit or live.</p>
<p>Now you may be wondering where you need to go to find more information on this subject. Click here for more information on the <a href="http://www.around-vancouver-island.ca/nanaimo.php">Nanaimo</a>? Or to widen your research to the coast of BC then go here! <a href="http://www.around-vancouver-island.ca/">Around Vancouver Island</a></p>
<script type="text/javascript" class="owbutton" src="http://www.onlywire.com/button" title="Nanaimo, Central Vancouver Island, Vancouver Island, British Columbia" url="http://wowcollege.com/nanaimo-central-vancouver-island-vancouver-island-british-columbia/"></script>]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://wowcollege.com/nanaimo-central-vancouver-island-vancouver-island-british-columbia/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>Cortes Island, Discovery Islands, Desolation Sound, Vancouver Island, British Columbia</title>
		<link>http://wowcollege.com/cortes-island-discovery-islands-desolation-sound-vancouver-island-british-columbia/</link>
		<comments>http://wowcollege.com/cortes-island-discovery-islands-desolation-sound-vancouver-island-british-columbia/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 28 Jun 2010 14:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Casey Beam</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[BC]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[british columbia]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Canada]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Cortes Island]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Desolation Sound]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[destinations]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Discovery Islands]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Islands]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[leisure]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[outdoors]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[travel]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Vacation]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Vancouver Island]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://wowcollege.com/cortes-island-discovery-islands-desolation-sound-vancouver-island-british-columbia/</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Cortes Island is part of the archipelago islands referred to as the Discovery Islands in British Columbia. The islands are located at the northern end of the Gulf of Georgia and between Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast of BC. Campbell River on Vancouver Island is the departure point for ferry to Quadra and Cortes Islands. These islands are sometimes included in what is referred to as the Gulf Islands, and sometimes not.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Cortes Island is part of the archipelago islands referred to as the Discovery Islands in British Columbia. The islands are located at the northern end of the Gulf of Georgia and between Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast of BC. Campbell River on Vancouver Island is the departure point for ferry to Quadra and Cortes Islands. These islands are sometimes included in what is referred to as the Gulf Islands, and sometimes not.</p>
<p>Cortes Island is roughly halfway between Powell River and Campbell River. The island is 25 km (16 mi) long, 13 km (8 mi) wide and 130 km (50 sq mi) and 13,000 hectares in area.. It has a population of approximately 1000 permanent residents. Cortes has the largest community. Whaletown, Squirrel Cove and Mansons Landing are communities on the island.</p>
<p>Quiet and hospitable Cortes Island is one of the most inspirational of the islands of the Discovery Islands, with its lakes, beaches, and jagged gorges. Cortes also has a prosperous arts and crafts industry. Drum makers, potters, painters, carvers, and other artisans all live and work on the island. Cortes Craftshop in Squirrel Cove, a co-op of island artists and craftspeople, showcases local work.</p>
<p>The island offers the chance to enjoy the natural beauty of the area. The land and sea are home to bald eagles, many species of seabirds, shore birds and marine mammals, as well as deer and other smaller creatures. Boating, sailing, kayaking, scuba diving, fishing, swimming, bird watching and hiking are some of the many outdoor activities available to visitors to the island.</p>
<p>The island offers numerous recreational activities. There are hiking trails, parks and beaches to enjoy. Hague Lake in Manson&#8217;s Landing Provincial Park has a sandy beach. The island&#8217;s trails are great for hiking and mountain biking, and there is a campground and beautiful beach in Smelt Bay Park. The island has many beautiful beaches and lagoons, perfect for bird watching.</p>
<p>Cortes is at the entrance to Desolation Sound. Gorge Harbour has a marina, and there are government wharves at Cortes Bay, Whaletown, Squirrel Cove, Manson&#8217;s Landing, and Gorge Harbour for boaters to use as their jumping off point.</p>
<p>Salmon fishing in the area is well-known. The waters around Quadra and Cortes Islands have yielded some of the biggest salmon ever caught on BC&#8217;s coast. There are local charter boat operators available for fishing or wildlife viewing excursions.</p>
<p>Life here will remind you of a different time. There still are Saturday night dances, Friday markets, summer festivals, general stores and a local craft store. You will not find any fast food franchises, malls or night clubs. You&#8217;ll find friendly people who make you feel welcome and give you the same sense of security that you haven&#8217;t felt in years. It still feels that way here!</p>
<p>Now the question that you may be asking yourself is where do you review more information on this? Click here for information on the <a href="http://www.around-vancouver-island.ca/cortes-island.php">Cortes Island</a> area? To widen your research to the BC coast in general go here! <a href="http://www.around-vancouver-island.ca/">Around Vancouver Island</a></p>
<script type="text/javascript" class="owbutton" src="http://www.onlywire.com/button" title="Cortes Island, Discovery Islands, Desolation Sound, Vancouver Island, British Columbia" url="http://wowcollege.com/cortes-island-discovery-islands-desolation-sound-vancouver-island-british-columbia/"></script>]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://wowcollege.com/cortes-island-discovery-islands-desolation-sound-vancouver-island-british-columbia/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>Galiano Island, British Columbia, Canada</title>
		<link>http://wowcollege.com/galiano-island-british-columbia-canada/</link>
		<comments>http://wowcollege.com/galiano-island-british-columbia-canada/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 28 Jun 2010 13:44:18 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>KC Beam</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[BC]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Active Pass]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[british columbia]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[destinations]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Galiano Island]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Islands]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[leisure]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Montague Harbour Provincial Marine Park]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[outdoors]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Porlier Pass]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[South Gulf Islands]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[travel]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Vacation]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Vancouver Island]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://wowcollege.com/galiano-island-british-columbia-canada/</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Galiano Island is the second largest of the big islands that shelters some of the other islands from the Strait of Georgia winds. Galiano one of the driest of the Southern Gulf Islands, lies just east of the busy Salt Spring Island and southwest of the BC Mainland.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Galiano Island is the second largest of the big islands that shelters some of the other islands from the Strait of Georgia winds. Galiano one of the driest of the Southern Gulf Islands, lies just east of the busy Salt Spring Island and southwest of the BC Mainland.</p>
<p>The island&#8217;s dramatic coastline has sheer cliffs; sand, pebble and white-shell beaches; sheltered bays and unusual sandstone formations. Douglas fir, arbutus and rare, native Garry oak flourish in the dense, inland forests. Galiano is a 50-minute ferry ride from Tsawwassen at Sturdies Bay, where you can find accommodations, markets and gasoline.</p>
<p>Galiano Island is considered by many to be the most pictorial of the Gulf Islands. You may think so too once you see Montague Harbour Provincial Marine Park. This gorgeous 97-hectare park has pristine beaches, lush forests, meadows, a tidal lagoon, and a network of beautiful, romantic walks. Bluffs Park is another fine example of Galiano&#8217;s remarkable beauty and features a hiking trail and a view of Active Pass. For a difficult hike, follow the trail to the top of Mount Galiano; your reward is the impressive view.</p>
<p>Galiano, like Mayne, offers panoramic views back to Vancouver/Lower Mainland and Coastal mountains from their east side. For a more protected oceanfront options one needs to go the west side of the island, facing Trincomali Channel and looking across to Salt Spring Island..</p>
<p>Galinao is well-known for its Heritage Forest preserves, and its several marine park reserves. A less familiar one is the Dionisio Marine Park, home of the breathtaking Coon Bay, just where Porlier Pass enters into the Georgia Strait.</p>
<p>Galiano Island is roughly half way between Vancouver and Victoria and the most northerly of the Southern Gulf Islands. To get to the Gulf Islands you must board B.C. Ferries. The trip length varies depending on the time and route chosen. The Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal is roughly 25 minutes north of the Victoria&#8217;s downtown.</p>
<p>Wildlife is plentiful. Eagles soar over the island. Otters, seals and orcas swim in the ocean. The island is a birdwatchers paradise with over 130 species of birds. Whale watching is exceptional in Active Pass.</p>
<p>Walkers, hikers and cyclists take pleasure in the quiet country roads and trails that lead to awesome ridges and viewpoints, amazing sculptured sandstone cliffs, coves and sheltered beaches. Scuba diving in the clear, clean coastal water is among the best in the world. Strong currents and temperate waters provide variety and abundance of marine life that is quite exceptional.</p>
<p>Click here if you require more information on <a href="http://www.around-vancouver-island.ca/galiano-island.php">Galiano Island</a>? Or to expand your search to the coast of BC in general go here! <a href="http://www.around-vancouver-island.ca/">Around Vancouver Island</a></p>
<script type="text/javascript" class="owbutton" src="http://www.onlywire.com/button" title="Galiano Island, British Columbia, Canada" url="http://wowcollege.com/galiano-island-british-columbia-canada/"></script>]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://wowcollege.com/galiano-island-british-columbia-canada/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>Port Renfrew, South Coast, Pacific Rim National Park, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada</title>
		<link>http://wowcollege.com/port-renfrew-south-coast-pacific-rim-national-park-vancouver-island-british-columbia-canada/</link>
		<comments>http://wowcollege.com/port-renfrew-south-coast-pacific-rim-national-park-vancouver-island-british-columbia-canada/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sun, 27 Jun 2010 17:50:32 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Casey Beam</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[BC]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[british columbia]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Canada]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[destinations]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Juan de Fuca Marine Trail]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[leisure]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[outdoors]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Pacific Marine Circle Tour]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Pacific Rim National Park]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Port Renfrew]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[travel]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Vacation]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Vancouver Island]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[West Coast Trail]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://wowcollege.com/port-renfrew-south-coast-pacific-rim-national-park-vancouver-island-british-columbia-canada/</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Port Renfrew is found at the end of the scenic West Coast Road (Highway 14), on the southwest coastline of Vancouver Island, 66 miles northwest of Victoria. Port Renfrew calls itself The Jewel of the West Coast, where you can experience the tranquillity and beauty that has made the West Coast so legendary.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Port Renfrew is located at the end of the charming West Coast Road (Highway 14), on the southwest coastline of Vancouver Island, 107 km northwest of Victoria. Port Renfrew calls itself The Jewel of the West Coast, where you can experience the serenity and splendour that has made the West Coast so renowned.</p>
<p>As mail addressed to Port San Juan (the original name of the town) was frequently delivered to the San Juan Islands in error, settlers renamed their post office Port Renfrew in 1895 in honour of Lord Renfrew, who at one stage planned to settle Scottish crofters to work the land in the San Juan Valley.</p>
<p>Present day Port Renfrew is best known as being the trailhead for both the Juan de Fuca Marine Trail and the historic West Coast Trail, a world-famous hiking trail that came into existence in 1907 to help save sailors shipwrecked along the rugged coastline.</p>
<p>The West Coast Trail, lies within the southern boundaries of the Pacific Rim National Park Reserve of Canada, and runs for almost 77km along the west side of Vancouver Island between Port Renfrew and Bamfield in the north.</p>
<p>If you&#8217;re planning to hike this trail you need to make a reservation with the park (http://www.pc.gc.ca/eng/pn-np/bc/pacificrim/activ/activ6a/v.aspx) and make arrangements to be transported across Port San Juan to and from the trailhead at the mouth of Gordon River.</p>
<p>Port Renfrew is located at the western end of the Juan de Fuca Marine Trail. This trail runs for almost 30 miles (47 km) along the south-western coast of Vancouver Island, from Botanical Beach to China Beach. This trail was built as an alternative to the increasingly popular West Coast Trail, the easiest section of this trail is in the Botanical Beach area near Port Renfrew.</p>
<p>The Pacific Marine Circle Tour is an excellent way to explore the historic south West Coast of Vancouver Island without having to retrace you route. The wilderness route traces the coastline from Victoria through Sooke and onto Port Renfrew before turning inland and heading towards the Cowichan Valley, before looping back down the Trans-Canada Highway from Duncan to Victoria along the east side of the island.</p>
<p>Port Renfrew offers great salt and fresh water fishing. Many record catches have happened in this region. Salmon, halibut, cod, bass and crab are regularly caught by avid saltwater anglers, while the San Juan River offers excellent freshwater fishing for cutthroat trout and steelhead. Tourist information, supplies, accommodation, camping facilities and fishing charters are all available in Port Renfrew.</p>
<p>Click here if you require more information on <a href="http://www.around-vancouver-island.ca/port-renfrew.php">Port Renfrew</a>? Or to expand your search to the coast of BC in general go here! <a href="http://www.around-vancouver-island.ca/">Around Vancouver Island</a></p>
<script type="text/javascript" class="owbutton" src="http://www.onlywire.com/button" title="Port Renfrew, South Coast, Pacific Rim National Park, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada" url="http://wowcollege.com/port-renfrew-south-coast-pacific-rim-national-park-vancouver-island-british-columbia-canada/"></script>]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://wowcollege.com/port-renfrew-south-coast-pacific-rim-national-park-vancouver-island-british-columbia-canada/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>Denman Island, North Gulf Island, British Columbia, Canada</title>
		<link>http://wowcollege.com/denman-island-north-gulf-island-british-columbia-canada/</link>
		<comments>http://wowcollege.com/denman-island-north-gulf-island-british-columbia-canada/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sun, 27 Jun 2010 16:04:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Casey Beam</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[BC]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Boyle Point Provincial Park]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[british columbia]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Denman Island]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[destinations]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Fillongley Provincial Park]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Georgia Strait]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Islands]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[leisure]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Northern Gulf Islands]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[outdoors]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[travel]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Vacation]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Vancouver Island]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://wowcollege.com/denman-island-north-gulf-island-british-columbia-canada/</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Denman Island, British Columbia is characterized by its natural surroundings. Motivated by the tranquil atmosphere, Denman residents produce unique arts &#38; crafts and have helped the small Gulf Island earn a good reputation around the world.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Denman Island, British Columbia is characterized by its natural surroundings. Motivated by the tranquil atmosphere, Denman residents produce unique arts &amp; crafts and have helped the small Gulf Island earn a good reputation around the world.</p>
<p>Denman Island is situated in the northwest corner of the Georgia Strait, approximately 2 1/2 hours north of Victoria, 1 hour north of Nanaimo, and 20 minutes south of Courtenay. The 2 km ferry ride provides amazing views of Denman, as well as Vancouver Island&#8217;s Beaufort Mountains.</p>
<p>19 km long and 5 km wide, Denman is has a rolling ridge that starts on the eastern side that island and goes up to 60 to 100 metres toward the western side of the island. There are sandy beaches, rocky coves, hiking trails, lush forests, and unspoiled farmlands to enjoy. One can closely watch deer, pheasants, herons, hawks and even the bald eagle!</p>
<p>There are three beautiful provincial parks on Denman Island with plenty of hiking trails in between. Boyle Point Provincial Park, located at the south end of the island is an ideal spot for eagle watching, especially during the spring herring run. From the local hiking trail one can see the Chrome Island lighthouse. Fillongley Provincial Park is located on the east side of the island and has some of the largest remaining stands of Douglas Firs and Cedars in the region. This is the only site on Denman Island for public camping, and advanced booking is recommended in order to secure a spot in this scenic beachfront campground.</p>
<p>From Buckley Bay, 20 kilometres (12 miles) south of Courtenay, a 15-minute ferry ride takes you to Denman where, after a short 15-minute drive, you can take a connecting ferry to Hornby Island. Reservations are advised for accommodations. Denman Island has plenty of activities to satisfy the outdoor enthusiast.</p>
<p>Denman Island is one of the Northern Gulf Islands and is found off of the Comox Valley Region of British Columbia, Canada. ferry service links Denman Island to both Hornby Island from Gravelly Bay on the east side of Denman and across Baynes Sound to Buckley Bay on Vancouver Island on the west side.</p>
<p>Downtown Denman consists of one general store &#8211; gas station &#8211; government liquor store, post office, a natural foods store, hardware store, bookstore, dental bus (shared with Hornby two weeks a month), craft stores, a bakery/cafe, two real estate offices, an insurance brokerage, two community halls, the Dora Drinkwater Volunteer Library, a community school, and the museum.</p>
<p>Denman Island has something for every person. Denman&#8217;s convenient location, picturesque natural environment and abundance of local arts &amp; crafts will make it a hard place to forget.</p>
<p>Now you may be wondering where you need to go to find additional information on this subject. Click this link for more on the <a href="http://www.around-vancouver-island.ca/denman-island.php">Denman Island</a>? Or to broaden your research to the coast of BC go here! <a href="http://www.around-vancouver-island.ca/">Around Vancouver Island</a></p>
<script type="text/javascript" class="owbutton" src="http://www.onlywire.com/button" title="Denman Island, North Gulf Island, British Columbia, Canada" url="http://wowcollege.com/denman-island-north-gulf-island-british-columbia-canada/"></script>]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://wowcollege.com/denman-island-north-gulf-island-british-columbia-canada/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>Chemainus, Cowichan Valley, British Columbia</title>
		<link>http://wowcollege.com/chemainus-cowichan-valley-british-columbia/</link>
		<comments>http://wowcollege.com/chemainus-cowichan-valley-british-columbia/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sun, 27 Jun 2010 15:59:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Casey Beam</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[BC]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[british columbia]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Canada]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Chemainus]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Cowichan Region]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Cowichan Valley]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[destinations]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[leisure]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[outdoors]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[travel]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Vacation]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Vancouver Island]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://wowcollege.com/chemainus-cowichan-valley-british-columbia/</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The early history of the Chemainus area is tied to its forests and related industries. The bay around which the town grew, was home to natural features which made it perfect for the forest industry. The first sawmill opened in 1862, was operated by a water power. The late 1880s saw the appearance of the railroad and the town slowly grew from there. In the early 1920s the population was estimated at 600. Protected by the ocean and mountains, was once primarily a mill town, and home to the largest covered-in sawmill in North America.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The early history of the Chemainus area is tied to its forests and related industries. The bay around which the town grew, was home to natural features which made it perfect for the forest industry. The first sawmill opened in 1862, was operated by a water power. The late 1880s saw the appearance of the railroad and the town slowly grew from there. In the early 1920s the population was estimated at 600. Protected by the ocean and mountains, was once primarily a mill town, and home to the largest covered-in sawmill in North America.</p>
<p>Chemainus is located in the District of North Cowichan, tucked neatly in the Cowichan and Chemainus Valleys, on south eastern Vancouver Island. North Cowichan is the third oldest municipality in British Columbia, with a population of approximately 27,000.</p>
<p>Never let those who say it can&#8217;t be done, stand in the way of those who are doing it. This is the credo of Karl Schutz, the force behind the original Chemainus Mural Project. There were many who looked at Chemainus, and declared that turning the town into an Outdoor Art Gallery simply could not and should not be done. Fortunately, the people who were busy trying to do it were too busy to get discouraged. And that is why, today, Chemainus is world famous and known as &#8220;the little town that did.&#8221;</p>
<p>With more than 35 murals and 13 sculptures depict the town&#8217;s history, people and future. Chemainus&#8217; murals are world famous and attract hundreds of thousands of visitors annually. It&#8217;s the world&#8217;s largest outdoor gallery, and each year new artworks are added. Follow the footprints for a self-guided tour of Chemainus&#8217; colourful past, or take a tour via horse-drawn carriage or simulated steam train.</p>
<p>In the heart of town, one will find the Waterwheel Park. While children play the parents can relax and watch performers at the outdoor band shell. Don&#8217;t miss the sights and shops in Old Town, just a short stroll through the Gateway. Kin Park is a seaside picnic spot with a playground, swimming beach with change houses. There is even a boat ramp.</p>
<p>A Boeing 737 is adding to the major attractions found in this picturesque little town. This artificial reef was sunk in January 2006 and now has a number of years of life under the Salish Sea. Divers from all over the world have visited this dive site. Many visit every year to see the changes.</p>
<p>There is an abundance of other activities found in and around Chemainus. These would include: golfing, boating, fishing, hiking and camping. For those interested in history, there is the Chemainus Valley Museum or there is live theatre if you wish to pursue your cultural side.</p>
<p>Chemainus is located south of Nanaimo and one hour north of Victoria on the Trans-Canada Highway. Cassidy Airport is 20 minutes to the north and the town is also serviced by coach lines between Victoria and Nanaimo. A more stunning route to travel is via the Esquimault and Nanaimo railway, which passes through some of the most beautiful scenery in Canada and provides striking views of the Gulf Islands.</p>
<p>You may be asking yourself, where do I find more information on this topic? Click here &#8211; <a href="http://www.around-vancouver-island.ca/chemainus.php">Chemainus</a>? Or to extend your research to the coast of BC in general go here! <a href="http://www.around-vancouver-island.ca/">Around Vancouver Island</a></p>
<script type="text/javascript" class="owbutton" src="http://www.onlywire.com/button" title="Chemainus, Cowichan Valley, British Columbia" url="http://wowcollege.com/chemainus-cowichan-valley-british-columbia/"></script>]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://wowcollege.com/chemainus-cowichan-valley-british-columbia/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>Ganges, South Gulf Islands, BC</title>
		<link>http://wowcollege.com/ganges-south-gulf-islands-bc/</link>
		<comments>http://wowcollege.com/ganges-south-gulf-islands-bc/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sun, 27 Jun 2010 15:50:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Casey Beam</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[BC]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[british columbia]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Canada]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[destinations]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Ganges]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gulf Island]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[leisure]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[outdoors]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Salt Spring Island]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Southern Gulf Islands]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[travel]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Vacation]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Vancouver Island]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://wowcollege.com/ganges-south-gulf-islands-bc/</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[On Salt Spring Island, all the roads seem to lead to Ganges. The charming seaside hamlet of Ganges is the largest town on Salt Spring Island the biggest in the Gulf Islands. Most businesses on Salt Spring Island are located in or near Ganges. After browsing the shops, services, amenities and galleries, walk down to the water for lunch.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>On Salt Spring Island, all the roads seem to lead to Ganges. The charming seaside hamlet of Ganges is the largest town on Salt Spring Island the biggest in the Gulf Islands. Most businesses on Salt Spring Island are located in or near Ganges. After browsing the shops, services, amenities and galleries, walk down to the water for lunch.</p>
<p>Ganges was named after HMS Ganges, the flag ship of the Royal Navy&#8217;s Pacific Station between 1857 and 1860. Ganges Harbour, previously named Admiralty Bay until renamed by Captain Richards in 1859, provides a tranquil summer anchorage for boaters wishing to explore the village of Ganges. The anchorage can be very busy and crowded in summer, so mariners are cautioned to keep an eye on the weather or book into one of the marinas in Ganges Harbour.</p>
<p>The Landmark Mural on a retired can buoy is a &#8220;must see&#8221; while in Ganges. The buoy used to mark a spot 420 km up the coast at a location known to the Coast Guard as Delta 10 near Skeena River. It now marks the entrance to Centennial Wharf in Ganges, BC. There are Orcas, salmon, cod, an octopus seals and other marine life adorning the buoy, as well as a Coast Guard cutter and kayaks. The mural depicts what would be seen on and below the water near Salt Spring Island.</p>
<p>Visitors and local residents a like come together on Ganges for the popular and lively Saturday market in Centennial Park. The Farmer&#8217;s Market on Saturday mornings is a great place to meet local artists, crafts people and vegetable growers.</p>
<p>Two companies have scheduled float-plane service to Vancouver and back. A water taxi company offers scheduled service to Galiano and Mayne Islands as well as 24 hour emergency service. Lady Minto Hospital is located in Ganges. There is an RCMP detachment to provide policing. The Fire Department main hall is in Ganges.</p>
<p>There are five real estate companies and dozens of agents to look after the needs of buyers and sellers. There are three gas stations, two large grocery stores, eight art galleries, two banks and a credit union, plus dozens of other businesses right in Ganges. There are also three building suppliers and a major hardware store in or near Ganges.</p>
<p>Orcas can sometimes be seen cruising the waters around Salt Spring Island. Harbour Seals are always present. Sea lions are occasional visitors. A number of fishermen make Salt Spring Island their home and many of them tie up in Ganges at Centennial &#8211; otherwise known as the &#8220;Government Dock.&#8221;</p>
<p>The Gulf Islands are known for being artisan enclaves, with laid-back communities of artists, poets, and gifted craftspeople. Ganges leads the island communities in this respect, with local artisans offering unique, hand-made crafts and treasures. You&#8217;re bound to find something original to take home with you.</p>
<p>Now the question that you may be asking yourself is where do you find more information on this subject? Click here for additional information on the <a href="http://www.around-vancouver-island.ca/ganges.php">Ganges</a>? To widen your research to the coast of BC in general go here! <a href="http://www.around-vancouver-island.ca/">Around Vancouver Island</a></p>
<script type="text/javascript" class="owbutton" src="http://www.onlywire.com/button" title="Ganges, South Gulf Islands, BC" url="http://wowcollege.com/ganges-south-gulf-islands-bc/"></script>]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://wowcollege.com/ganges-south-gulf-islands-bc/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
		</item>
	</channel>
</rss>
