09-28-2005, 07:47 PM
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| BC is a great place to visit. If you like sports, there's lots to do. Vancouver is also hosting the 2010 Winter Olympics in Whistler (a few hours outside off Vancouver).
The largest city in the province is Vancouver. It is on the water, the coastal mountains craete a stunning backdrop. It's the type of place that you could go sailing, biking, skiing and then have a gourmet meal all in one day. Vancouver tourism
Victoria is the capital city. It is on Vancouver island. You would need to take a 2 hour ferry ride to get there. Seals, and bald eagles are commonly seen. Occasionally you will see killer whales as well. Victoria Tourism Link
The restaurants in both cities are fantastic. Victoria has a very British feel to it and one of my favourite cities. Both cities being on the southern coast of the province have very moderate tempertures all year round.
The rest of the province is filled with wildlife and wonderful sceanery. The Rocky Mountains are worth a vist, if you have more time to explore the province. They are a day's drive from Vancouver and closer to Calgary Alberta.
Does that help?
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09-28-2005, 08:03 PM
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#13102 | | Question Game Queen
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| Yeah, that's cool stuff.
But... what about the beavers?  | |
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09-28-2005, 08:13 PM
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#13103 | | Senior Member
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| They can be found at wreck beach, on our nickles and in various ponds and rivers outside of the cities.
Stanley Park would be a great place to visit... lots of squirrels.
Are you planning a visit or just curious?
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09-28-2005, 09:40 PM
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#13104 | | Senior Member
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| Yes, I might even be going to university up there.
Wht is it like up there?
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09-28-2005, 10:08 PM
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#13105 | | Question Game Queen
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Originally Posted by Fencergrl They can be found at wreck beach, on our nickles and in various ponds and rivers outside of the cities.
Stanley Park would be a great place to visit... lots of squirrels.
Are you planning a visit or just curious? | I'd love to actually visit. Maybe after I get my licence I'll take a road trip.  | |
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09-29-2005, 12:47 AM
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#13106 | | Senior Member
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Originally Posted by Go? Fencing? I'd love to actually visit. Maybe after I get my licence I'll take a road trip. | Traveling across either country is a fantastic trip.
What is your prefered mode of travel?
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09-29-2005, 12:49 AM
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| Depends on where I'm going. By air - then airplane. By water, then boat. 
Stanley Park? Isn't that dangerous when the Canucks lose?
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09-29-2005, 12:52 AM
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#13108 | | Senior Member
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| What??? The Canucks never lose!
Did you play hockey as a kid?
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09-29-2005, 12:54 AM
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| Doesn't everyone?
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09-29-2005, 12:59 AM
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#13110 | | Senior Member
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| Except the "Southern Canadians". When the US becomes part of Canada will you help with teaching them how to play hockey?
You realize the invasion has already started... their new $10 bill has colour in it... next they'll have loonies jiggling in their pockets, and socialized medicine!
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09-29-2005, 01:03 AM
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| I would certainly volunteer my time to teach what I know about hockey.
Have you played or watched lacrosse?
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09-29-2005, 01:05 AM
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#13112 | | Senior Member
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| I REALLY REALLY wanted to play lacrosse as a kid (I love(d) rough and tumble sports). I couldn't find a girl's team so played hockey instead.
What about you?
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09-29-2005, 01:08 AM
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#13113 | | Question Game Queen
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| I have, in gym class. I make a good goalie for any sport with a stick.
Wonder if that's why I like fencing so much? | |
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09-29-2005, 01:09 AM
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#13114 | | Senior Member
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| Must be...
How's your evening?
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09-29-2005, 01:10 AM
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#13115 | | Question Game Queen
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| Okay. Had a good long talk with Tao.
How's the weather up there? (besides "dark") | |
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09-29-2005, 01:16 AM
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#13116 | | Senior Member
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| Rainy (finally) and windy later on (about 100 kms/hour). I love the wind and rain, it always makes me want to go for walks. I'm a true Westcoaster.
What's the weather like there?
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09-29-2005, 01:20 AM
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#13117 | | Question Game Queen
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| Nice and sunny, starting to get a little chilly. I like this time of year. I'm a true Eastcoaster. 
Favorite thing about your favorite season? | |
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09-29-2005, 03:21 AM
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Originally Posted by Go? Fencing? Favorite thing about your favorite season? | That it's warm and sunny and you can swim in the sea. (Summer.)
Which is your least favourite season?
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09-29-2005, 07:54 AM
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#13119 | | Senior Member
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| Anytime I can't fence, seriously (i get depressed and suffer from withdrawal)
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