Best of Powell River: Vote now
Win a Pollen Sweater or a package from Terracentric Adventures by voting in our second annual Best of Powell River contest.
Local climate is changing. Time to get FireSmart(er)
Fighting a raging wildfire in Sechelt a couple of summers ago, Marc Albert was shocked by what he saw. Normally in a coastal forest fire, the flames lick along the ground, burning dry, dead branches, and bypassing the towering trees. Shade from the canopy usually...
Hiking the backcountry: Centre Lakes
Last August, Clarke and Karen Slootweg hiked and camped in the Centre Lakes area in Powell River’s backcountry. Here’s a glimpse of that adventure complete with gorgeous photos! By Clarke Slootweg To get to the Centre Lakes trailhead you will need a 4×4 vehicle...
Faith & Adventure: Hiking the Third Crossing
A group of Austrians, led by a Canadian-born priest, plan to hike the Third Crossing from Squamish to Powell River this July.
Rescued by Pets
Tyler Pantalone says his pets quite possibly saved his life. Now his 5 dogs, 11 cats, 5 snakes, 2 rats and innumerable fish are part of the family. And his girlfriend and her two girls are happy with it all.
Reasons to attend the June 10 Pet Expo
Each year in June, Powell River Living publishes a special pet issue. This year, we’re upping the ante by sponsoring a great event: the first ever Powell River Pet Expo on June 10 at the Thunderdome! Read on, animal lovers, for the full scoop on how to get the most out of the show, from contests, to demos and fun races. You, your kids (and maybe your pets) will have a blast!