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A favorite excursion is to the Japanese Gardens It was built in memory of the Japanese farmers who used to live and work on the island until they were interned at the outbreak of WWII. The garden features ponds, bridges, a waterfall, torii gates and an authentic recreation of a Japanese charcoal kiln.
One of the pretty fountains
This was a lovely time to visit the island with all the brilliant autumn colours.
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On another day we drove to the Georgina Point Lighthouse at Oyster Bay.
This is a historic lighthouse built in 1885, overlooking the Strait of Georgia.
It's always fun to explore around this area. You can watch the ferries sail by on their way from Tsawwassen to Swartz Bay.
There are many other places of interest on Mayne Island with hiking trails to Mt. Parke or along the many scenic beaches. If you want to kayak or canoe there are rentals available, as well as bikes for cyclists. If it's shopping and art that interests you, there are crafts shops and boutiques as well as artist studios. Check out the Mayne Island visitor's website to find out more about the island including the many island accommodations and activities. www.mayneislandchamber.ca
We always stay at the Blue Vista Resort www.bluevistaresort.com
And be sure to check out the Springwater Lodge for great meals. Sit on the deck in nice weather and enjoy the scenery of Miner's Bay. This is the oldest lodge on the coast, built to accommodate men on their way to seek their fortunes in the mines at the turn of the century.
Evening over the Straits?
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