04 juin 2015

Disappear To Another World When You Experience Adventures At A Haida Gwaii Lodge

By Ericka Marsh


There are times when a simple vacation is not enough. The sportsman, naturalist, artist and searching spirit all crave that singular adventure that will remind them of how it feels to be truly alive. There is a distant archipelago waiting between the Pacific Ocean and the Hecate Strait off British Columbia. It is an isolated spot, with rugged shorelines, but it lures the curious to come an experience its offerings.

The archipelago is settled off the coast of Canada with islands created atop their continental shelf. Getting there requires either flying or taking a ferry from Vancouver or Prince Rupert. Some will arrive in private vessels to stay in the local marinas. The chance to fly in to any haida gwaii lodge and have all lodging amenities and activity equipment already completely prepared keeps many returning often.

The adventures that entice sportsmen to simply arrive for adventures with every bit of equipment ready to go, including necessary gear and clothing for any season, are a big draw. You simply need to make your reservations and turn up on the arrival day, as your meals, entertainment and transportation each day are all set. You spend your days pursuing your activity and your nights in good company with fine food and relaxed entertainment.

The artists who work and live there often focus on the ancient Haida arts and culture. Many students travel from around the globe to have the chance to study with them. There are workshops available, and many shops selling lovely art pieces. Raven and Eagle, two popular characters in the old tales are often featured in bold graphic jewelry and other decorative items. These are stories that have become popular in schools as people learn more about multiculturalism.

Scientists think this land is filled with organisms that benefit from its volcanic waters. Naturalists come to see the wide diversity of organisms that exist there. It is thought that the extravagant variety was spared from the cold of the Ice Age, which explains why so many birds and animals that currently live on the mainland also live there.

Historians visit to understand the ties between the British rule of the formerly named Queen Charlotte's Islands until the emergence of the ancient name for the Islands of the People. The island architecture in the larger towns still reflect the era when Great Britain was sovereign here. There are two distinct flavors that coexist, including the colonial past and the ancient traditions of the original Haida communities. These two cultures welcome guests to linger in local lodges and embrace what is available from both.

The photo opportunities here rival any on earth. From up close views of tiny organisms floating in the water to broad vistas above it, there is a scene to capture the imagination of every photographer.

Come to the Haida people, lodge on the distant archipelago, calm your spirit and fill yourself with new experiences. Make you reservations to disappear into its mystical and historic spaces. Before you realize it, you will be renewed.




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