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I T I N E R A R Y | S H O R T H O P S Lots to See And Do on Quadra Island Located in the heart of the Discovery Islands, a small group of islands located along the Inside Passage between Vancouver Island and mainland British Columbia, Quadra Island is home to a plethora of opportunity ranging from day hikes to wildlife viewing to outdoor recreation. The Cape Mudge Lighthouse is a must-see attraction on Quadra Island. SHOULD YOU FIND YOURSELF HERE, or planning your next weekend getaway, be sure to check out these attractions. • Get up early and enjoy the sunrise at Rebecca Spit. The views are to die-for! • Stroll through town for breakfast or lunch at anyone of the fine island cafés and restaurants. • Bring a basket and fill it with the many treasures you’ll find at the Farmer’s Market every Saturday from 10 am to 2 pm. Located beside the Quadra branch of Coastal Community Credit Union. • Bring a pair of binoculars and soak up the wildlife while boating through the channels and islands. • Stop by for a wine tasting at the SouthEnd Farm & Vineyards. • Take a canoe ride through lake chain circuit in Main Lake Park. • Seek out the Cape Mudge Lighthouse and explore the beaches along Discovery Passage. Look for ancient petroglyphs at low tide and passing marine wildlife. • Pay a visit to the Nuyumbalees Cultural Centre at Cape Mudge Village to see the magnificent collection of First Nations’ treasures. • Play a round of golf at the Quadra Golf Course. • Enjoy the local art scene and visit the many galleries. Self-guided tour maps are available. • Mountain bike Morte Lake trails. • Take a hike on one of Quadra’s great trails: along the shoreline at Shellaligan Pass, to hill-top views from Chinese Mountains, rushing tidal rapids at Maud Island or visit the giant old-growth trees around Stramberg Lake. 20 explore:NW | The Official Magazine for kenmore air | Summer 2016