Ladysmith Tourist Guide 2010

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There’s no better time to recharge.Life is nuts these days. We’re all moving way too fast. It’s easy to forget the important stuffand hard to gear down. But if not now, when? So, cancel your appointments, turn off your celland swing into Ladysmith. Your desk won’t miss you. Mellow out in a café on our heritagemain street, soak up the sun at our oceanside beach park or cruise around our marinas andprotected waterways by boat or kayak. Seriously. The world can wait.

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CONTENTS

Getting here 6

Trolley 7

Shopping 9

Event planning 11

Arts 12

Theatre 14

Yellow Point & Cedar 16

Artifact tour 17

History 20

Agritourism 22

Active living 23

Hiking 24

Parks 26

Festivals 27

Golf 31

Events 33

Christie Falls 34

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Ladysmith is a picturesque town on Vancouver Island B.C. along the 49th parallel. It is a great place to visit and explore. Ladysmith is a growing community (population 7,538 in 2006) but is strongly connected to its roots as well. Its downtown core features buildings that were brought here or constructed in the early 1900s. The Island Hotel, which was brought here in 1913 was renovated and given its new name, and can still be seen on First Avenue today, as can other early hotels and buildings. The downtown core is filled with history from photos to pieces of mining equipment in homage to the town’s early days as a mining community.

But the town has all the modern conveniences and amenities visitors expect, with shopping options including clothing, home decor and the arts, as well as basics like food. There are a variety of restaurants from Indian and Chinese to bakeries and food for those on the go.

Ladysmith also boasts a growing arts community, outdoor rec-reational activities, beautiful parks and beaches and plenty to do. There are a variety of summer and winter festivals as well.

The town is only 88 km north of Victoria and 23 km south of Nanaimo — a quick, 20 minute drive.

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getting hereThe Trans-Canada Highway

goes from one end of the Island to the other. The entrance to Ladysmith is prominently set along the highway, so visitors from the north and southern portions of the Island can just take a picturesque drive and make their way to Ladysmith year round.

Off Island visitors have plenty of travel options, too. The Nanaimo Airport is located in

Cassidy. Air Canada flies to the airport from Vancouver seven days a week, with six flights Monday to Friday, and five flights on Saturdays and Sundays. See www.nanaimoairport.com for more information.

Float planes: See http://www.harbour-air.com/.

Visitors can also come to the Island by ferry, and drive to Ladysmith. There is daily ferry service between Vancouver and

Victoria, and Vancouver and Nanaimo.

The closest ferry terminal to Ladysmith is at Duke Point. Visitors can go from Tsawwassen to Duke Point and drive south to Ladysmith. There is a ferry terminal in the City of Nanaimo. Visitors can go from Tsawwassen on the mainland to Swartz Bay in Victoria and travel north by vehicle. For information and ferry schedules, see www.bcferries.com.

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Ladysmith’s new public transit seems to be a hit with riders and pedestrians alike.

Riders have been hopping on the trolley since August 2009 to get from one end of town to the other. The trolley is ride by donation and the money is collected in a large clear box by the stairs. The atmosphere inside the wood trolley is friendly, and lacks the impersonal touch of public transit in major cities. The trolley blends the old and new — there is air conditioning, but the seats are made of wood. Pulling on the stop cord makes a bell ring.

The popular stops are in the downtown core like at the Wigwam and 49th Parallel and Coronation Mall. The trolley makes some stops at high traffic locations, like the Hillside Medical Centre, the library, Transfer Beach and Ladysmith Secondary School.

Safety on the trolley is important to consider as well. It’s not a good idea to stand up and walk around when the bus is moving, in case the driver has to slam on the brakes because something darts in front of the bus. Proper etiquette dictates those getting off the trolley go first, and then those coming on the trolley step on.

Be patient if the trolley isn’t running on time. It takes about eight minutes to load and off load a mobility aid (like a wheelchair) onto the bus. But it’s accessible and great for families.

Although there are designated trolley stops in Ladysmith (marked with signs), trolley drivers can, in some situations, be flexible where people are dropped off if someone has a specific need.

For an up to date schedule, see www.ladysmithtrolley.com.

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Ladysmith is blessed with two shopping and friendly retail hubs.

The first is downtown. Opportunities exist on and branch off of First Avenue. Look for clothes, housewares, jewelry, pet supplies, real estate agents, restaurants, books, computers, services and more. Pop into the library, the Ladysmith branch of the Royal Canadian Legion or the Ladysmith Resources Centre Assocation.

Plus, there is everything needed for a good meal — a grocery store, butcher and a bakery. Many businesses are housed in historic buildings — but they offer modern ameni-ties.

Aside from shopping, there are events downtown

throughout the year. The Ladysmith Downtown Business Association helps support some of these events, and hosts Thursday Nights Live during the summer, which fea-tures a market and live music.

Coronation Mall is the other shopping hub in Ladysmith. Located slightly south of First Avenue, the mall contains more than 20 businesses.

Stop in for your favourite fast food, or sit down for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Fill your gas tank for your adven-tures or grab a coffee. The mall is also home to the RCMP Community Policing office, staffed by friendly volunteers.

Rent a movie, or peruse one of the shopping opportunities at Coronation Mall, just off the Trans Canada Highway.

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Ladysmith is a gorgeous spot for events like weddings, family reunions or anniversary celebra-tions.

The Kinsmen shelter is per-fect for informal receptions at the beach. For an indoor venue, try Aggie Hall (250-245-6424) or the Terrace Room at Printingdun Beanery (250-245-7671), with access to fabulous views.

Church and community

halls also offer options for event planners. Check out the Ladysmith Royal Canadian Legion (250-245-2273), the Eagles Hall (250-245-2457), St. Mary’s Church Hall (250-245-3414), Cedar Heritage Centre (250- 722-2100), and Cedar Community Hall (250-722-2442). For a full list of vendors or venues, call the Ladysmith Chamber of Commerce at 250-245-2112.

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the arts

Visual arts

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The arts are ever-expanding in Ladysmith, which now hosts

internationally acclaimed artists, and a growing gallery by the

waterfront.

The Art Council of Ladysmith and District also has a gallery

made up of a compendium of artists.

The gallery is located just inside the entrance to Transfer Beach

Park, on Oyster Bay Drive, a short, unpaved road. The gallery and

council have been housed in the space for a few years.

Recently, the town agreed to rent space to more artists and the

gallery is also going to have studio space for artists. For informa-

tion about the gallery, call 250-245-1252 or see

www.ladysmithwaterfrontgallery.com.


SUNDAY AUGUST 29201010 am to 4 pm

Arts, Entertainment, Kids Art

Guest Artists:John MarstonLuke Marston

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BLIZZARDYellow Point Drama Group Presents

BLIZZARDby Barrie BakerOct 6 to 23Cedar Community HallTickets 250-722-3067

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On Aug. 29, First Avenue becomes an outdoor gallery, as artists from all mediums storm the street. The all day event offers up plenty to pick from and some artists may be demonstrating their skills.

The Ladysmith Waterfront Arts Gallery Centre regularly changes its artwork. Every few months, a new special exhibit goes up on the wall. Visit the gallery’s website at www.ladysmithwaterfrontgallery.com.

The Cedar Yellow Point Artisan Associa-tion hosts a Christmas self-guided art tour in November. Explore for yourself. See www.cyartisans.com for more information.

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experience theatre

Nestled in Ladysmith is a gem of a theatre called Lady Smith’s Little Theatre.

The not for profit theatre is volunteer run and oper-ated and is home base for Ladysmith Players.

Productions run throughout the year. See the website for up to date information on shows and auditions at www.ladysmiththeatre.com.

The theatre is located at 4985 Christie Road in Ladysmith. For tickets and show information, call 250-924-0658.

Little theatre, big enjoyment

Yellow Point Drama Group

The Yellow Point Drama Group operates out of Cedar Community Hall in Cedar, just north of Ladysmith.

The community theatre group formed in 1952, and produces a variety of enter-taining shows, along with a murder mystery dinner, throughout the year.

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where to stay

Rooms with a View

Comfortable rooms with harbour views.Close to Transfer Beach, shopping and marina.

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There are B&Bs in Ladysmith, Saltair, Cassidy and neighbouring Chemainus. There are plenty to pick from, and each has something unique and special about it.

For a rural experience on 10 acres, stay at Kiwi Cove Lodge, which has 12 guest rooms. Call 250-245-8051.

Stay in downtown Ladysmith at the Holiday House Motel. 250-245-2231.

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Visit the boutique village where all of the small eclectic shops are owned by folks with a kinship to the arts. We are located in central Vancouver Island, one hour north of Victoria, ideal for Island exploring. Regional artists have found a niche in this village by the sea that is world reknown for its 42 murals, statues, professional year round theatre festival, golf, diving and so much more.

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Yellow Point is a coastal stop north of Ladysmith.

It is rural and on a forest-ed peninsula into the Stuart Channel. It faces DeCourcy, Ruxton, Pylades, Valdes and Thetis islands.

The main road into Yellow Point is aptly named Yellow Point Road. The road is acces-sible from Cedar Road.

The Crow and Gate British Pub is a popular stop in the hamlet. Cedar is home to the Harmac Pulp Mill, as well as a secondary school, and a small but attractive shopping centre.

Agritourism is an important boon to several of the farms in the Cedar and Yellow Point area, but there is also a thriving art and theatre scene. Discover it

for yourself. The rural nature of both Cedar and Yellow Point make it a natural place to visit for cyclists, joggers, hikers and even those wanting to take a pleasant, peaceful drive to get away from more bustling centre.

There are also opportuni-ties for paddling at freshwater lakes. Hemer Provincial Park on Holden Lake is a great place to paddle and there is a trail sys-tem. Also visit nearby Quennell Lake.

Roberts Memorial Park is a 14-hectare park located on Yellow Point Road. Listen for barking sea lions, sea gulls, great blue heron, and the occasional Pacific Loon. Walk through the forest to discover a beach per-fect for swimming and fishing.

For a swim on the other side of Ladysmith’s harbour, visit Elliot’s Beach. Elliot’s Beach, a lovely swimming spot, is acces-sible from Brenton-Page Road, off of the Trans Canada Highway, north of Ladysmith. Drive for about 9 kilometres, following Shell Beach Road. Take it all the way to the end, and follow the signs to the beach and lovely park. There are plenty of tide pools on the rocks, and watch out for starfish along the water line.

Art and nature — what better thing is there than to spend a day wandering through the country and taking in the beauty of art, both natural and man-made?

The Cedar Yellow Point Arti-san Association can help you connect to artists in the rural communities of Cedar and Yel-low Point. Each year, members open their studios, shops, and farms to the public, where people can experience, sample and purchase their artwork and hand-made items. As of April 1 and into the fall, the following lists of members are open to the public, but be sure to check

in with the studios to make sure they are open.

Artisans on this year’s list include JoVic Pottery, Hazel-wood Herb Farm, Victory Ironworks, Strathcona Press, Belhouse Gallery, Yellow Point Stained and Art Glass, Hon-eysuckle Gift Cottage, Barton and Leier Gallery, Goatwillow Studio-Gift Shop, Fredrick’s Honey, Blue Ox Studios, The Doll House Gift Shop, Barnson Studio and Yellow Point Cran-berries.

Winter brings with it the Christmas tour, Nov. 18 to 21 in 2010. It is a self guided tour. Watch for brochures.

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artifact tour

Wander Ladysmith and see glimpses of the town’s past.Take the Heritage Route, a self-guided tour through the town. It

touches on the town’s mining, forestry, rail and marine history. The tour links the downtown core with Transfer Beach Park.

Pick up a brochure at the Ladysmith Visitor’s Information Centre.Then, begin exploring. Stop by the Ladysmith archives. Track down the

Fordson tractor, or the ship anchor at the roundabout. View the metal collage featuring historical photos. Don’t know what a Fordson donkey is? Find it downtown.

Then, head to the waterfront. Spot the weigh scales from Ladysmith’s time as a coal shipping port. There is also a locomotive built in 1923.

The Heritage Route is a great way to learn about Ladysmith’s past.

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By Thomas Wagner

Ladysmith Historical Society

The slogan “Heritage By The Sea” was adopted to show that Ladysmith is a town with deep roots in history, as well as the fact that every attempt has been made to preserve the past. Designed in 1890, the town was originally to be Oyster Harbour. But James Dunsmuir, later to be a prominent citizen in B.C., was impressed with a siege involv-ing Ladysmith in South Africa during the Boer War and he decided to name his town after that place. In 1900 the British army managed to break a year long siege of Ladysmith South Africa and the news was sent around the world.

Ten main streets were named after prominent officers in the Boer War. We all know about Baden-Powell the founder of the Boy Scout movement but few associate another hero, Lord Strathcona, named Don-ald Smith. He was a Canadian who eventually rose to be the president of our national rail-way and the Bank of Montreal.

As one explores Ladysmith, note a mix of the new being blended to the old which is a deliberate plan to maintain our slogan. We have had disas-trous fires over the years and new buildings have been built. But every attempt has been made to preserve atmosphere. Original wood buildings can be seen all over town. Some brick buildings are actually wooden buildings that have been renovated. Some residen-tial houses date back to the

1900s. One can still spot the old miner's houses that were moved to town. Visitors note the symbols on the front of the Traveller's Hotel. It is in fact an ancient symbol described in Sanscrit as good luck — long before it was adopted as Hit-ler's swastika.

There are many artifacts on display all through Ladysmith. They represent our legacy; first in mining, then in logging. As well, a heritage walk tour through Ladysmith describes the legacy of the town.

Transfer Beach is so named as it was the area where coal, wood and goods were trans-ferred to the many vessels coming to Ladysmith. It has been reclaimed from industry as a place where everyone can enjoy the ocean and the out-doors.

Today we have become the home of a new generation. The older generation is still rep-resented but the town and its pace have made it an attractive place to bring up children and enjoy the lifestyle. Everyone is encouraged to spend some time and soak up the history

and the sunshine. For more information visit the Ladysmith and District Historical Society, located underneath Tim Hor-tons. See www.ladysmithhis-toricalsociety.org.

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In 1999, the Ladysmith and District Historical Society was formed as a not for profit society. Its goal? To preserve Ladysmith’s heri-tage.

In November 2008, the society moved to new digs underneath Tim Hortons on First Avenue. While not a huge space nor a museum, the volunteers and curators put together different dis-plays depicting the history of the town and community.

Many of the items in the archives have been donated by Ladysmith families. The archives collects items of historical significance, wait-ing for a much hoped for opportunity to open a museum.

For more information about the archives, call 250-245-0100.

CHANGING with timeladysmith’s history

Ladysmith in the 1900s, before automobiles.


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Ladysmith is the perfect jumping off point to a plethora of agritourism opportunities in Cedar and Yellow Point, rural communities filled with family farm fun. Even if you just want to go for a drive through the country, there is plenty to see from working farms to beauti-ful scenery.

Yellow Point Cranberries

This 43 acre family owned and operated cranberry farm specializes in cranberries.

The farm also makes heritage cranberry sauce, along with other speciality products. The products are made by hand, in small batches, and available through the farm store. The Cranberry Cottage, is open seven days a week September to December 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Wednesday to Sunday May to August.

Find Yellow Point Cranberries

at 4532 Yellow Point Road. For more information see www.yellowpointcranberries.com. Call 250-245-5283.

Yawning Acres

Yawning Acres is a 60-acre working and hobby farm in Cedar.

There are plenty of animals, like horses and chickens and typically more baby animals are born in the spring.

The farm, on Cedar Road, offers activities throughout the year, from corn roasts to haunted hay rides at Halloween. The pumpkin fes-tival, and pumpkin patch, are popular seasonal events.

Plus, the farm is situated along the Nanaimo River, mak-ing it a lovely spot.

Events are also held at Easter and Christmas, and the park at the back can be rented for weddings, birthdays, picnics and more. Call Yawning Acres at 250-713-6304 or 250-722-

2719. Yawning Acres is at 1949 Cedar Road.

Hazelwood Herb Farm

Visit the farm’s gift shop to pick out culinary products all made at the farm like jellies, breads, teas and herbed oils. Or, choose from a wide variety of beauty products like soaps and lip balms.

The farm, located at 13578 Adshead Road in North Oyster opened for the season on April 1. From April to September, it’s open Sundays to Fridays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

October and November have shorter operating hours, but it’s open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily in December.

For more information, see www.hazelwoodherbfarm.com.

Experiencethe great outdoors

Cedar Farmers’ Market

The market is held on the fields by the Crow and Gate Neighbourhood Pub (2313 Yellowpoint Road). It features around 27 vendors. The market is open from 10 a.m. early after-noon Sundays from Mother’s Day to Thanksgiving. Cassidy Farm Market and

Deli

Located across from the Nanaimo Airport, this market sells fresh, local seasonal fruits and veggies, homemade pies and more. Call 250-245-7674. Russell Farms Market

Head to Russell Farms Market located at 2711 Mt. Sicker Road in Chemainus. The market offers a full service deli and ice cream parlor. In the summer, the mar-ket is open from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., and the garden centre is open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.. Call 250-246-4924 or 250-246-4940.


Board “Maritimer”, a 17 foot former deep-sea lifeboat for a 2 hour voyage of discovery. Learn about Ladysmith’s rich waterfront history and enjoy local birds and wildlife.Reservations suggested, call 250-245-0109.

An active life is a way of life in Ladysmith.Aside from the fabulous outdoor activities, there

are indoor activities too. The Frank Jameson Community Centre has a 25 metre ozone treated swimming pool, hot whirlpool, climbing wall and gym.

The pool also hosts Dive-In Movies periodically. Visit the pool for a movie and a swim — bring your own floatie. The centre also hosts a full ser-vice fitness centre. Jump on a treadmill, lift some weights or take a drop-in fitness class. Call 250-245-6424 for pool and gym information.

There are also all sorts of classes hosted through parks and recreation through the FJCC. There are spring and fall leisure guides filled with information about classes, which feature activities like yoga,

walking clinics or more recreational activities. Back outside, check out the Ladysmith Skate

Park, next door to the FJCC. Or, head to Transfer Beach and play a game of horseshoes at the pitch. There is also an off leash area for dogs at Transfer Beach.

In the warmer months, bash a volleyball at the sandy court in Transfer Beach Park. And don’t forget to get in a round of horseshoes at the pitch also at the park. Baseball is a popular activity in Ladysmith, and there are plenty of ballfields. Listen for the crack of bat and ball.

Visit the Aggie Ball Fields with two fast ball diamonds, bleechers, and children’s playground. There is also the High Street Little League Field on Second Avenue.

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There are plenty of well main-tained, green, lush trails for walk-ing and hiking in and around Ladysmith.

Holland Creek Trail is a popu-lar walking spot for residents and their dogs, as well as visitors. The trail winds 5.8 kilometres on both sides of Holland Creek and leads to the Crystal Falls. The access points to the trail are at Hol-land Creek Park at the corner of Sixth Avenue and Methuen Street. There is another entry at Davis Road and Mackie Road Park.

For an even longer hike, attempt the Heart Lake Loop, a more dif-ficult path that is 6.4 kilometres long. There are rest stations and views to make up for strenuous portions of the hike. The access point is at Davis Road Park or the Holland Creek Trail.

From the Heart Lake Loop, it is possible to access the Stocking Lake loop, a 9.3 km trail. It takes

you to Stocking Lake.For a shorter walk, there are

routes around 2 kilometres in length in Ladysmith as well. The Rotary Lookout Trail is 1.2 km and accessed at the tip of the Holland Creek Trail. Visit Transfer Beach to get started on the Marine Walk, a 1 km trail that goes through the trees to the water. It ends at Government Wharf. There is a short 10 minute walk that con-nects with the Marine walk at low tied called the Estuary Trail, which is accessed on Kin Road.

The Heart Lake Loops, Stock-ing Lake Loop and Rotary Lookout trail are also accessible to mountain bikes.

Pet friendly off leash areas are also available on both the loops and the Rotary trail, as well as the upper field in Transfer Beach Park. For more information about parks and walks in Ladysmith, see www.ladysmith.ca.

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Walk outside


Parks are plenty and great for many things — space for children to run around, picnicking, relaxing with a book or a canvas, or taking a stroll.

Transfer Beach Park is Ladysmith’s premier park, situated along the shores of the Georgia Strait. There are plenty of amenities in the park as well, from food concessions, water based businesses, a spray park for children, beach volleyball, fully equipped and accessible bathrooms, a horseshoe pitch, and off leash dog area, the Kin Hut and a wide expanse of grass and trees. There is plenty to do for swimmers and kay-akers, and in the summer months there are often events right in the park.

The parks is accessible from the Trans Canada Highway (turn onto Transfer Beach Blvd.), and just a short drive or walk from downtown Ladysmith.

Transfer Beach Park

play outside

COMMUNITY PARKSAggie Fields — First Ave.

Kinsmen Park — Located across from Brown Drive and Malone. Open field and a small brook, large playground for children.

Gourlay-Janes Park — Located on Chemainus Highway, the park is water-front and features a seawall.

Arboretum — This .88 acre tranquil park is found at the entrance to Transfer Beach Park.

Davis Road Park — Found on Davis Road, the park fea-tures a walking trail.

Lions Park — This park is on Second Avenue and fea-tures a playground for chil-dren, a large asphalt top and Ocean views.

Queen’s Park — This slop-ing park on First Avenue has benches and sweeping views of the Ladysmith Harbour area.

Root Street Park — The park is completely fenced, and has a basketball court and hockey nets, as well as a tot playground.

Bob Stuart Park — The Trans Canada Park has gar-den beds and resting spots.

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festivalsOne of the biggest events of the year in Ladysmith is the annual

Festival of Lights. On the last Thursday of November, Santa Claus flips a switch and the downtown core is filled with blazing Christmas lights. The lights stay turned on along First Avenue until the new year.

Thousands of people journey to Ladysmith for the event, which also features a parade of local groups and businesses decorated in their best holiday spirit.

The Festival of Lights started in 1987. Bill Fitzpatrick and mer-chants decided Ladysmith’s downtown needed to get more festive. Now the celebration is known up and down the Island and well beyond, and fuelled by an annual budget of approximately $70,000. Each year more lights are added and thousands of LED bulbs are now used. Over the years, the scale of the light display has grown from just a couple of strings to many thousands.

Typically on the afternoon of the festival, First Avenue is closed between Roberts Street and the roundabout by Aggie Hall.

Concessions offer treats and restaurants will open their doors with special Festival of Lights menus.

Santa Claus throws the main switch to turn on the lights around 6:30 p.m. Shortly after, the parade makes its way down First Avenue. And, in case visitors still don’t have their fill of colour and light, a fireworks show is planned to illuminate the sky.

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A worthwhile activity on the water is the harbour boat tours led by the Ladysmith Maritime Society.

The tours run daily at 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. July and August. Tours in September are avail-able by request. Climb aboard the Maritimer, a restored BC Ferries lifeboat that now takes visitors and residents on guided harbour tours around Ladysmith harbour.

The tours are guided by knowledgeable leaders and feature bits of Ladysmith’s history, culture, and the sur-rounding area. The guide points out Slack Point and talks about Ladysmith’s coal history. Learn about Dunsmuir, marine life like river otters.

The guided tour is a different view of Ladysmith, making it interesting for residents who don’t get out on the water and visitors. See the Holland Creek Estuary from the water, and see all kinds of waterfowl, as well as sea seals. Go through Sybil Bay, and view Shell Beach. Hear a little of the First Nation history and float past

an island owned by the Seattle Yacht Club.

Tours start at the society’s community marina, accessible through Transfer Beach Park off of Oyster Bay Drive. Follow the signs.

The tours are by donations of around $10. The Saturday 10:30 a.m. tour includes a stop at a local restaurant and costs $25.To make a reservation, call 250-245-0109 and leave a message in the tours mailbox a minimum of 24 hours before your trip. A skipper will call you back to confirm your res-ervation.

Visit the Martime Society museum and see two restored heritage boats at the com-munity marina. See the 1937 Saravan which worked as a tug during the Second World War. The boat was lovingly restored by volunteer labour and a government grant. The other boat is the C.A. Kirkegaard, which was the crew boat for the dynamite factor on James Island. The boat was built in 1941 and it had been sunk before it too was restored.

Jump aboard the Maritimer

Maritime Festival

View Ladysmith from the water

Ahoy!

Come down t’ t’ waterfore for plenty o’ treaayes, games, food and fun durin’ t’ Maritime Festival.

Roughly translated into English, from pirate speak, that means come down to the waterfront for plenty of treasures, games, food and fun during the Maritime Festival.

The festival is put on by the Ladysmith Maritime Society, organizations, businesses and volunteers.

Pirates are a big theme to the event, May 29 and 30, and everyone is encouraged to come in costume and mingle with other pirates. The festi-val around the Ladysmith Expo building and on the Maritime

Society docks. The area is accessible to wheel chairs.

Once people arrive at the festival, the fun starts. There is a children’s zone, but par-ents need to stay with their children.

Better yet, the festival is free, aside from any purchases visi-tors may make from vendors. Visit the heritage museum.

Enjoy some music and wan-der around to see artwork and artists and a purple mar-tin display and camera aimed at the nest, so visitors can view what is happening. Plenty o’ fun, and you don’t need t’ walk t’ plank.

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In Ladysmith, it’s one of the most wonderful times of the year. Ladysmith Days begin July 30 with entertainment at Coronation Mall.

July 31 is the Rotary Pancake Breakfast and Kinsmen Parade on First Avenue (leave your dogs at home, as per the city bylaw). The citizen of the year is awarded and there are activ-ies for families.

The biggest days is Aug. 1 with family events and enter-tainment all day at Transfer Beach Park.

Two days — dozens of activities including live music, fireworks, pancake breakfasts, movies, games, vendors, fire-works and much more.

Although the official kick off to Ladysmith Days is July 31, Coronation Mall hosts an appreciation day with events to

warm people up.On Saturday, events are con-

centrated in downtown. The Rotary Club pancake breakfast starts things off and then the citizen of the year is awarded, followed by the Ladysmith Kinsmen Club’s Ladysmith Days Parade.

After, head down to round-about and Aggie Hall fields for children’s games, face painting, hot dogs, drinks, plus much more.

On Aug. 1, Transfer Beach is the place for all the music and children’s entertainment visi-tors could hope for.

Music starts at 11 a.m. and goes until 10 p.m. when there is a vibrant display of fireworks.

For more information about Ladysmith Days, see www.ladysmithdays.com.

A wave of kayaking fun is expected to wash up on Transfer Beach in May. Paddlefest is May 15 and 16 and it showcases recreation on the water.

The family event features a trade show, kayaking workshops, shoreline tours and other activites. Expect plenty of vendors from all aspects of paddling — retailers, manufacturers and outfitters.

Workshops from experienced instructors will cover basic strokes, rolling and how to recover from capsizing, among other topics. The workshops in the water cost $10, but free land-based workshops are also held. There are shoreline kayak tours for $10.

Youth will also have a chance to make a splash with the card-board kayak race on Sunday. Teams will attempt to design a seawor-thy vessel out of cardboard and duct tape and then try to complete an out-and-back course on the water.

Paddlefest tradeshow and registration starts at 9 a.m. each day. Workshops start at 9:30 a.m. See www.paddlefest.bc.ca for info.

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Typically, there are art events for children as well as plenty of fine art to look at and purchase. Bring the kids, but leave pets at home, as pets are not allowed on First Avenue during road closures because of special events.

This year, renowned First Nation carvers Luke and John Marston are the guest artists at this year’s event.

Artists will be busy giving demonstrations in rug hooking, quilting, digital photography and portrait painting.

Artist are showing and selling their pieces, so the event is an excel-lent opportunity to purchase a piece from a mid-Island artist and meet them as well.

Arts on the Avenue is Aug. 29 on First Avenue from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. First Avenue is closed from White to Roberts streets.


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Ladysmith’s temperate climate, mild win-ters and spectacular views make it nearly a year round golfing destination point.

The Ladysmith Golf Club is a 9 hole, par 3 course located right next to Coronation Mall, making it an ideal place to golf and enjoy a meal at neighbouring restaurants. There are plenty of tournaments through-out the year at the course, including a sum-mer open and one just for children.

Ask about lessons as well. Call 250-245-7371 for information.

Slightly north of town, visit the Cot-tonwood Golf Course, an 18 hole par 72 expanse of lush greens. The facility also has dining facilities, and can be used for wed-dings and banquets. Call 250-245-5142 for lunch and dinner reservations. Reach the pro shop for tee times or lessons at 250-245-5157.

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LOCAL events

MAY

May 15-16Paddlefest, Transfer Beach Park.

10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.

May 15Staying Alive fundraiser for the

Art Council of Ladysmith and District. 6:30 p.m. Aggie Hall. Tick-ets: Ladysmith Waterfront Art Gallery, Salamander Books. 250-722-2459.

May 29 - 30 Ladysmith Maritime Festival,

at Maritime docks. 10 to 4 p.m. Heritage boats, entertainment, entertainment and more. See visit www.ladysmithmaritimesociety.ca.

May 30Ladysmith Rotary Club’s annual

Garden Show, Tour and Sale. Breakfast and show and sale at Aggie Hall 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Self guided tour 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tickets $15.

JUNE

June 6Ladysmith Kids Tri — Bike, swim,

run. Pre-registration. $25. Begins and ends Frank Jameson Commu-nity Centre. 250-245-6424.

June 19Third Annual Golf Tournament.

Ladysmith Chamber of Com-merce. Cottonwood Golf Club. Registration 12:30 p.m.

JULY-AUGUST

July 1Celebrate Canada Day at Trans-

fer Beach 1 to 5 p.m. Live music, lifeguards on the beach. Birthday cake. Activities. Call 250-245-6424 or see www.ladysmith.ca.

July 4 to Aug. 29Concert In The Park, Transfer

Beach amphiltheatre, 6 - 8 p.m. Sundays. Annual fundraiser put on by the Ladysmith Resources Centre Association.

July 1 to Aug. 26Thursday Night Live market and

music. Downtown Ladysmith. 4 to 8 p.m. Thursdays.

July 30 to Aug. 1Ladysmith Days downtown

and at Transfer Beach. Parade, fireworks and family events. See www.ladysmithdays.com.

Aug. 21Annual Ladysmith Show and

Shine, First Avenue, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Information at 250-245-3251.

Aug. 29Arts on the Avenue, 10 a.m.-4

p.m. First Avenue. Artists sell their creations. Entertainment.

SEPTEMBER

Sept. 19 Terry Fox Run Ladysmith Frank

Jameson Community Centre. 10 a.m. registation. 11 a.m. run. 250-245-6424 www.ladysmith.ca.

NOVEMBER

Nov. 18-21Cedar Yellow Point Artisan

Association presents the self guided Christmas Tour. See www.cyartisans.com for maps.

Nov. 20Annual Artisans Old Fashioned

Christmas Market from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Aggie Hall. Free admission.

November5th Annual Cinnamon Bun Fun

Run, Ladysmith Frank Jameson Community Centre. Date TBA. 250-245-6424 or www.ladysmith.ca.

Nov. 25Festival of Lights. First Ave-

nue. Music, parade, fireworks. www.ladysmithfol.com.

DECEMBER

DecemberLadysmith Fire/Rescue Santa

Clause Parade, date/time TBA.

DecemberYellow Point Christmas Spectac-

ular. Dates TBA. Cedar Community Hall. Evenings and matinees. See www.yellowpointchristmasspec-tacular.ca. Tickets available at the Port Theatre at 250-754-8550.

Dec. 11Christmas Sail Past — Christ-

mas Lights Cruise. Transfer Beach, 6:30 p.m. Call the Mt Brenton Power and Sail Squadron 250-245-7600.

DecemberBreakfast with Santa. Aggie Hall,

date/time TBA. 250-210-0870.

Jan. 1 2010 Polar Bear Swim. Trans-

fer Beach. 250-245-6424 or www.ladysmith.ca.

For more community events, see

www.ladysmithchronicle.com.

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1. Check out fabulous artwork in galleries. Bayview Framing on First Avenue features glass, jewelry local art and art cards. Then, head towards the water and see the Ladysmith Waterfront Art Gallery Centre, which features different ongoing exhibits, and sells unique pieces from local artists.

2. Explore the Kinsmen adven-ture playground and neighbouring water park. The playground area, located in Transfer Beach, is per-fect for kids with lots of energy. The water park is a fun way to cool off on summer days.

3. Use your ears and eyes for music in the park during the sum-mer months. There is music at

the Transfer Beach amphitheater Sunday evenings from folk to jazz to blues. The concerts are a fundraiser for the Ladysmith Resources Centre Association.

4. Visit the Ladysmith library, where there is free wireless Inter-net service for everyone, along with plenty of books, magazines and more to read and sign out.

5. Indulge in a little arts, culture and history. The Ladysmith and District Historical has an archive located underneath Tim Hortons. Or, head to the Ladysmith Water-front Arts Centre Gallery, near the entrance to Transfer Beach Park. Plenty of local artists exhibit their creations at the gallery.

Christie Falls may be among Ladysmith’s best kept secrets. The Bush Creek waterfall, located above the Ladysmith Sportsmen Club Bush Creek Hatchery, is only easily accessible when the hatchery volunteers are doing maintenance, Sunday mornings from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Otherwise, visitors have to park outside the gate and take a 2.5 kilometre walk to the tiered falls. It takes about an hour on foot, but 10 minutes by car.

To reach the falls from Ladysmith, drive on Highway 1 to Grouhel Road and turn left. Turn right onto Christie Road. At a stop sign, turn left and drive to the orange TimberWest gate (these are closed dur-ing fire season). From there, the hatchery gates should be visible. If those gates are open, head in to the hatchery. There are signs posted. There are no signs marking the trail head to the falls, but the trail runs alongside the left side of the creek.

Groups wishing to visit the falls can contact Dave Judson of the Sportsmen ahead of time at 250-245-3690 to plan a trip and access. Also, the hatchery is a great place to visit and see fish.

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