Edible Vancouver Island July/August 2024

Exploring the Pacific Coastline with AdventureCo Destinations

Enjoying the View from Port Browning Marina Pub

Bridgemans Bistro at Mill Bay Marina

PORT BROWNING, PENDER ISLAND Port Browning Marina Resort has been a favourite amongst boaters for decades now, with their waterfront Pub and Bridgemans Bistro a popular destination for cruisers in the Pacific Northwest. But located just a simple ferry hop from Vancouver or Victoria, this is not just a boating destination. Offering private glamping and RV rentals, a waterfront campground, outdoor pool and oceanfront dining, Port Browning has all the makings for a perfect weekend retreat or family vacation. Spacious grounds invite people to wander, AdventureCo Destinations, a new division of Mill Bay Marine Group, offers just that. From the quaint island charm of Pender Island to the edge of wine country in Mill Bay and the remote West Coast at Port Renfrew, these three waterfront destinations are perfect for a day trip, weekend escape or summer vacation. For those of us who are fortunate to visit or live on Vancouver Island, we profess our love of the ocean, fresh air and outdoor adventure as a way of life. But how often do we really spend time on the water, exploring new destinations or even dining oceanside?

picnic, play lawn games, sunbathe and relax. You can spend a full day exploring the Pender Island Farmers’ Market, Sea Star Vineyard & Winery and Twin Island Cider. Or for a little more action, play a round at the local golf course or disc golf course, rent a kayak or paddle board from the marina or plan ahead and cruise aboard Providence, a historic tall ship built in 1903. MILL BAY Across the Saanich Inlet, on the edge of Cowichan Valley, Bridgemans Bistro at Mill Bay Marina is a popular waterfront dining destination for locals and visitors alike. It’s also the perfect jumping-off point for ocean adventures and group events during the summer. Enjoy a boat tour to Sage Hayward Vineyards on Saturna Island for a guided wine tasting and gourmet lunch or charter Providence for a 3-hour cruise, day trip or multi-day excursion. If you’re a boater, the docks at Mill Bay Marina make a great basecamp for exploring all that the Cowichan Valley has to offer. Ask about e-bike rentals so you can explore local wineries, farm markets and hiking trails, or take a kayak right from your slip and enjoy the gorgeous coastline.

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