Tag Archives: bed & breakfast

Kinnikinnick Park – an inspiring walk for any excuse

Posted on April 8, 2011 by Coracle Cove

At risk of not offending too many of you, I think I’m like a lot of people when it comes to exercise - well intentioned, but a bit lazy. I know I need to exercise, but it always seems like there’s something else … Continue reading →

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Happy Anniversary Yoga by the Sea

Posted on April 6, 2011 by Coracle Cove

Last weekend Sheila and I were invited to a special evening event at our yoga studio to join in celebrating their five-year anniversary.   Yoga by the Sea was founded by Lyne Lantaigne and Marney Coulter in  2006. Originally a one room yoga … Continue reading →

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Thanks to Sechelt Farmers Market for a great Spring-time Sunday dinner

Posted on April 3, 2011 by Coracle Cove

Here’s another sign of Spring – the first day of the Sechelt Farmers Market. I’ve been watching the calendar for the past few weeks, anxiously waiting for this day to arrive.  I have a cold frame and if I can find … Continue reading →

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Spring birding on the Sunshine Coast – March 31st

Posted on March 31, 2011 by Coracle Cove

These LBJ’s (little brown jobs) are doing a pretty good job of taking over our feeders right now. There’s generally a dozen or more perched in the branches of the big Fir tree next to the B&B feeder, waiting for an opportunity to swoop … Continue reading →

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Taking ‘dog friendly’ to another level

Posted on March 29, 2011 by Coracle Cove

Coracle Cove has been a dog friendly B&B for several years. As former dog owners ourselves, we understand the problem when you really need to have a weekend getaway but then you have the hassle of finding somewhere for Fido to … Continue reading →

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My perfect morning Om!!

Posted on March 25, 2011 by Coracle Cove

Today I’m celebrating my 20th posting by writing about two of my favourite activities – yoga and food – and they came together yesterday morning like a perfectly pitched Om. Thursday mornings I have a class at Yoga by the Sea and I’m really enjoying … Continue reading →

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Time for Dinner? – try our personal chef

Posted on March 22, 2011 by Coracle Cove

After you’ve checked into our waterfront accommodations you’ll want to savour every moment you’re there. But what about dinner?  Relax, and let our Personal Chef, Alan Barnes prepare a three-course dinner for you. Enjoy a romantic dinner for two or a wondrous … Continue reading →

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Sechelt Marsh – good for birding year round

Posted on March 20, 2011 by Coracle Cove

Sechelt Marsh has a winding trail around a small pond with a smaller island in the middle. The pond is fed by both fresh and tidal water, offering a rich habitat, and an abundance of ducks, mostly Mallards and other common species … Continue reading →

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Super Full Moon Tonight – no howling!!

Posted on March 19, 2011 by Coracle Cove

Check out the full moon this evening–it will be a lot bigger and brighter than usual.  This happens because the moon has an elliptical orbit around the Earth and right now it is approaching perigree - its closest point in the orbit -  about … Continue reading →

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Spring is here – a little bird told me

Posted on March 18, 2011 by Coracle Cove

It may not feel quite like spring but the birds are on to something. The other day I heard the sweet singing of a Song Sparrow. While personally, I’d like it to warm up a bit more, I’ll put my trust with these … Continue reading →

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