Prince Rupert Rowing & Yacht Club, Prince Rupert, B.C.
(Read the LogBlog entry from Prince Rupert)
Prince Rupert, located on the North Coast of British Columbia, Canada, is a growing northern City of 18,000 with a Port and beautiful surroundings. The city is also the cultural centre of the Tsimshian speaking First Nations people. The Museum of Northern BC, housed in Chatham Village Longhouse tells the story of their 10,000 year old history. The fascinating marine history of Prince Rupert is honored at Pacific Mariners Memorial Park; other attractions include the Cow Bay Waterfront, a restored heritage area now home to unique shops and restaurants, and the historic Cannery Museum.
Things to See & Do
Khutzeymateen Grizzly Bear Sanctuary
A trip to Khutzeymateen Grizzly Bear Sanctuary combines both boat and air travel. Float planes depart from the bustling Seal Cove Seaplane Base, traveling either by fixed wing aircraft or helicopter. The scenic ride to bear country is sure to thrill, as you fly over rugged and remote valleys and cirque lakes in the high sub-alpine meadows, passing over steep-walled fjords where rock faces rise sharply from the deep sea floor. The 30-minute flight takes you to a floating dock, anchored near the Khutzeymateen Grizzly Bear Sanctuary. The flight paths are carefully planned to ensure that visitors do not disturb the bears. You will deplane to board a 10-passenger, covered boat for hours of exploration along the spectacular wilderness coastline in the protected waters of the Khutzeymateen Inlet. Your return flight to Prince Rupert will trace a different route, no less interesting or magnificent. For more information, call 800-667-1994, or 250-624-5637.
North Pacific Cannery
The last of hundreds of British Columbia's coastal cannery villages is a heritage site turned into a museum. Built on pilings at river's edge, the cannery is on the Skeena River east of Port Edward, a scenic town, just 20 km (12 miles) from Prince Rupert. Walk along the boardwalks and through the small houses and you'll travel to another era. In the main buildings you'll see the remnants of an industry and a way of life. One of the original buildings has been turned into a 15-room bed-and-breakfast. The original mess hall now has a great cafe specializing in seafood and offering First Nations fry bread. Enjoy this historic tour, in a very rustic and beautiful waterside setting. For more information, call 250-628-3538 (in winter, call 250-624-2002 local 29), or try their web site, www.cannery.ca.
The Museum of Northern British Columbia
Enter the museum and experience the magnificent architecture of the Northwest Coast longhouse. View exhibits that portray Northwest Coast history and culture dating back to the end of the last ice age. Witness the legacy of oral history, archaeological discoveries, outstanding works of art and unique artifacts that depict the ancient and modern history of this spectacular region.
Prince Rupert Visitor Information Centre, is located in the lobby of the Museum. They are very helpful and knowledgeable.
Cow Bay
Located just 10 minutes from downtown, this area features a walkway alongside the harbor. Unique stores and intimate cafes are housed in restored buildings dating back to the1930's. Savor fresh seafood, quaff ale or sip tea at harbor side. We have been encouraged by a local GB owner to eat at the Cow Bay Café. Reservations or strongly recommended, as this tiny café fills up quickly. Call ahead at 250-627-1212.
Go to the Park
On the bluff above Cow Bay is the city's finest park, the Pacific Mariners' Memorial Park. The restored fishing boat Kazu Maru, a statue entitled "We Are Out There," and a wall with individual bricks dedicated to people who have been lost in local waters put the surrounding beauty into perspective.
Rain Dining Lounge
Hip, trendy Vancouver (or East Village NYC) meets frontier town B.C. at Rain Dining Lounge. Grand Tour Participants raved about this unique restaurant, where they graciously hosted all of us for a celebratory dinner. Outstanding food and hospitality, cool but comfortable and friendly. Call 250-627-8272 for directions and information.
Marina Info
PR Rowing & Yacht Club Caretaker: Jolinda Hill
Phone number: 250.624.4317
PRRYC VHF Number: VHF 73
Prince Rupert Traffic: VHF 11
Facilities:
Gas: Gas available at Stromdahl's Petro-Canada, east of the Yacht Club in Cow Bay. Propane tanks can be filled at Valley Oxygen & Metals once block from the yacht club.
Power: 15 & 30 amp
Waste Disposal: waste oil disposal, garbage drop.
Groceries: Safeway is three blocks from the yacht club. Taxi is available to drive you back.
Laundry/Shower: Washroom & shower at the yacht club. King Koin Laundromat at 735 W. 2nd has self-service and wash-and-fold. Maytag, at 226 7th St. is self-service.
Medical/Pharmacy:
Connectivity: wireless broadband Internet available
Other facilities: Liquor store located near Safeway. Hair styling at Sassy's takes walk-ins, 230-3rd Ave. W (250-624-9116)
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