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Sunshine Coast; An Eco Adventure, Whatever the Weather ~ continued
Article by Jane Cassie, photos by Brent Cassie
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Since beginning her freelancing career in 1996, Jane Cassie’s articles have
appeared in more over 2,000 newspapers and magazines. As well as being co-
owner / editor of Travel Writers’ Tales, www.travelwriterstales.com, she is a
member of SATW, TMAC and past President of BCATW.  
Website: www.janecassie.com  
The quaint historical fishing village of Lund, founded by the Thulin brothers in 1889, is also the
gateway to Desolation Sound. Along with remnants of the Swedish heritage it oozes lots of
charm and allure. A boardwalk flanked by a handful of shops and eateries trails down to the hull-
filled marina. Whether it’s waiting for the fresh catch to come in or a tour boat to go out, there’s
never a dull moment.
Overlooking this waterfront town from its solo rocky
bluff is The Sevilla Island Resort, a posh spot that
combines pampering perks with treats from the sea.
Owners Ian Hobbs and Donna Kaye roll out the red
carpet and in the comfort of their cruiser we’re
transported to this dream scene. The thirty five hundred
square foot treasure delightfully unites flavours of the
West Coast with Santa Fe. Gleaming hemlock floors
lead us to our handsomely decorated suite, where a
colourful duvet drapes the comfy queen bed and flat
screen TV provides late night viewing. Thirsty towels
and heat lamps warm up the spa style bathroom, and
our private deck offers an awesome sea view. The same vista is framed by the twenty four foot
high windows of the main floor great room, a faux finished beauty where we can read, relax,
watch TV or listen to music.
In the adjacent dining room mealtime magic happens
three times a day. Our palates are pleased after the
chef savvy line-up; beautifully executed crab cakes
precede Sevilla Island Seafood Boats, Ian’s sensational
creation of roasted squash that brims over with
scallops, salmon, and prawns. After being paired with
fine wine it’s topped off with a decadent dessert. We
also discover that the breakfasts are just as grand:
melt in your mouth blueberry scones and homemade
preserves, followed by hearty entrees –ranging from
anything and everything omelets to fluffy French toast.
Ian and Donna believe a hearty meal is an important start to the day. And in order to check out
the abundant sea life that thrives below the lapping waves, you’ll want to be energized.
“I’ve been diving all over the world,” Ian shares, “And the underwater metropolis in this area
beats anything I’ve ever seen.” Whether it’s from behind a snorkel and mask or in the comfort of
his ocean-worthy cruiser, Ian promises to make your every eco wish come true. Kayak the
neighboring islands where you’ll spot seals, eagles, and sea stars. Bike on Savary Island and
picnic on a sandy beach, or hike the Sunshine Coast Trail that stretches all the way to Saltery
Bay.
Lund’s Terracentric Coastal Adventures also provides
tours above and beneath the deep, and on our final
day we venture out on a zodiac, with high hopes of
spotting some sea life. The sky looks ominous and dark
bulbous clouds threaten rain. Once again my fingers
are crossed for a little bit of luck.

We cruise up Thulin passage, a slim waterway that
separates the mainland from the Copeland Islands and
slow down to take photos of stoic cormorants, blue
herons and a family of mergansers. Birdlife is prolific in
these parts, as is the beauty. Kingfishers, sandpipers,
gulls and other migratory species are spotted around
the craggy shorelines, evergreen islets and older
growth timber. We agree whole-heartedly with Jacques
Cousteau that the scenery is second to none.
Terracentric believes that we’re all connected to our
natural environment and our guide Christine Hollmann
has a wonderful way of integrating eco-education with
the stunning surroundings. While paralleling the
mainland, we learn about the First Nations people and
explorer Captain Vancouver. In shallow bays she
shares the symbiotic relationship between otters, sea urchins and kelp. And when checking out
lazy sun-bathing seals we discover the importance of keeping our distance. This act of privacy is
a guideline that Christine closely adheres to and though we never invade their personal space,
we’re able to get a real good glimpse of the sea life that abounds.
As we’re heading back, we have one last performance –
a grand finale off to the distant starboard.  Jet black
torsos break the still surface, revealing their pure white
undercarriages before submerging again. They swim at
record speeds, darting back and forth, leaping and
cresting in unison, creating a riot of rooster tail spray.
Though it’s just a feeding frenzy to these Dall's
Porpoise, it’s a synchronized water ballet to us. And as
rays of sun slice through the cloudy overcast sky,
another wish is granted. The Sunshine Coast –it’s a
destination of eco excellence whatever the weather!
Copper Sky Café and Gallery
12904 Madeira Park Road
Madeira Park, BC
Tel: (604) 883-0096
Gallery (604) 883-0098
Email: copperskygallery@dccnet.com

Malaspina Water Taxi & Tours
Tel: 604-989-BOAT (2628)
Email:MalaspinaWaterTaxi@gmail.com

Sakinaw Lake Lodge
Tel: 1-604-989-3242 (888) 341-1720
Email: escape@sakinawlakelodge.com
IF YOU GO:

Sevilla Island Resort
Tel: 604-414-6880
Email: info@sevillaislandresort.ca

Terracentric Coastal adventures, Ltd.
Tel: (604) 483 7900
info@terracentricadventures.com

Sunshine Coast
Website: http://www.bigpacific.com/