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Sep 3, 2019

An Adventure Lady’s Guide to Campbell River: Sass, Class, and Kicking Ass

Campbell River is most commonly known for its sport fishing. Fishy people come from around the world to dive into this sport fishing mecca.

Meg Cuthbert

Jan 14, 2019

South Islands Cider Cycle Circle Route

There are six land-based cideries in this region, each with their own unique stake in the cider business. This region’s mild weather and gen

Cider Pioneers: Merridale's Cider Harvest Festival

Meg Cuthbert

Sep 10, 2018

Cider Pioneers: Merridale's Cider Harvest Festival

As Merridale pioneered through the early days of craft cider, they have now led the way in hosting the Cider Harvest Festival, an annual fes

Ladies Be Charcutering - A Salt Spring Island Bike Trip

Meg Cuthbert

Aug 27, 2018

Ladies Be Charcutering - A Salt Spring Island Bike Trip

Grab your best gals, ride 42 kms, don't accomplish your goals and enjoy the fruits of Salt Spring Island.

Tacos, Beer, Succulents: A Classic “Girl's Day” in the Comox Valley

Meg Cuthbert

May 31, 2018

Tacos, Beer, Succulents: A Classic “Girl's Day” in the Comox Valley

I have some pretty rad ladies in my life who enjoy the finer things (desert plants and beer), and they’re very willing to travel for it. ...

Savouring Spirits at Merridale Ciderworks

Meg Cuthbert

Oct 23, 2016

Savouring Spirits at Merridale Ciderworks

The grapes for Merridale’s Cowichan Cognac were picked the same year I learned to drive, 2006. The Cognac was aged in french oak barrels ...

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