You Know You're In A Small, Laid Back Place When Directions Are Given By "Turn At the Big Tree" Hornby Island is one of our favorite places to visit. It's where we can always escape to for a relaxing getaway. Hornby has a reputation of being a hippie island. Over the years the atmosphere has changed somewhat. The mix of musicians and artists now share the island with an ever growing number of wealthy retirees and vacation property owners. The locals on the island are a tight nit group that are committed to conservation. Bringing people together through social activities and volunteering … [Read more...]
Exploring Hornby Island
Scenery, Climate And Wildlife Hornby has a unique micro climate that allows it's beaches water to be much warmer than others on the west coast. It has been nicknamed the little Hawaii. The island is sheltered from the weather on Vancouver Island's west coast, therefore it enjoys mild and mainly dry weather in the spring, summer and fall. … [Read more...]