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Within the Georgia Straight, between the BC mainland and the east side of southern Vancouver Island, just north of the San Juan Islands, lay the Southern Gulf Islands, including North and South Pender Islands. Boasting a mild sub-Mediterranean climate and pristine wilderness, Pender Island is perfect for a get away or a special place to call your home. We receive less rain than Vancouver or Seattle, and more sunshine.

The Capital Regional District has created an interactive Natural Areas Map which is extremely useful.

Bridge between North and South Pender	Mortimer Spit - just across the bridge

The Pender Islands, both North and South, were originally one island connected by an isthmus. This is a site that was used by the Coast Salish First Nations for thousands of years, and has a rich history. A canal was dredged in the early 1900's to allow boats quicker, safer passage between the islands. The two islands were later connected in 1955 by a one-lane bridge, which is still in use today. The majority of Pender's population resides on North Pender, where the majority of the services and amenities are located. South Pender is more rural with the exception of Poets Cove Resort and Spa, formerly known as Bedwell Harbour Resort.

Pender Island, about 36 square kilometres in size, houses around 2,500 full time residents, a figure that more doubles during the busy summer months when seasonal residents and visitors arrive to take advantage of the recreational opportunities. Many of Pender Island's residents are active within the community. There are many organizations for both adults and children, such as Kids' Club, Play Group, Parent Advisory Council, Newcomers' Club, Meals on Wheels, and Let's Go Walking. The strong sense of community and a willingness to help your neighbour makes Pender Island a safe and prosperous place to raise a family.

The islands are accessible by boat as there are three public docks, Port Browning, Port Washington and Hope Bay. The BC Ferries run daily sailings between Otter Bay on Pender Island and Swartz Bay, near Victoria on Vancouver Island, Tsawwassen, near Vancouver, as well as additional outer Gulf Islands, such as Mayne, Saturna, and Galiano Islands. If the ferries aren't for you, there are scheduled daily flights by Seair Seaplanes and Harbour Air, which operate float planes between the Gulf Islands and the lower mainland.

Pender has many trails to hike and beaches to comb, as well as many other outdoor recreation opportunities, including exceptional boating and kayaking, camping, fishing and disc golfing. There are 37 beach access points on Pender – more for our size than any other Gulf Island . Beach accesses and hiking trails are marked with a roadside sign. At the north end of the island you can hike George Hill and arrive at a beautiful viewpoint, or for a bit more of a challenge, head over to South Pender for a climb through Beaumont National Park or up to the top of Mount Norman for a view truly worth the hike. Medicine Beach Nature Sanctuary is also a great place to enjoy one of the last wetlands in the Gulf Islands . Watch the sunset at Thieves Bay, a most spectacular sight. There is always something to explore on Pender!

Prefer dining over hiking? Pender Island has a variety of restaurants. For an exquisite dinner try Islanders' Restaurant, just a stones throw from the ferry terminal. Enjoy wonderful world-class cuisine at Pistou Grill, prepared by a master chef. Traveling by boat? Try Hope Bay Café or Port Browning Pub and Café for breakfast, lunch or dinner. We even have a winery now! Visit Morning Bay Vineyard and enjoy a sip in their tasting room. Or is art your thing? The islands are home to many talented artists and artisans, many of which have studios that are open during the summer months, and are definitely worth a visit. In addition, be sure to enjoy the popular local Farmer's Market at the Community Hall every Saturday morning, from late spring to early fall; there's everything from local produce to hand crafted goods.

Recreation and Leisure

•  Golf Island Disc Park – First constructed in 1982, the Golf Island Disc Park is a 27-hole course that winds its way over a rocky and treed terrain. Disc Golf is played much like traditional golf, except that instead of greens with cups, there are chain baskets and tone poles. The Golf Island Disc Park is free of charge (players must bring their own discs), however, the park is maintained by both Pender Islands Parks Commission and Golf Island Disc Park volunteers. http://www.discgolfisland.com 250-629-6494 Community Hall

Disc Golf - fun for all ages!	27 challenging holes - one of BC's best!

•  Kayak Pender Island – Kayak Pender Island offers kayak lessons and rentals, as well as guided tours that include the shores around Pender, Prevost, and Portland Islands . With two shops, one at Otter Bay Marina and one at Poets Cove Resort & Spa, and fully licensed to kayak in the Gulf Islands National Park Reserve of Canada, Kayak Pender Island is a great way to explore the captivating waters around Pender Island. http://www.kayakpenderisland.com 1-877-683-1746

•  Morning Bay Vineyard & Estate Winery – Visit the hillside vineyard for a variety of hand-made wines offered in the tasting room and wine shop that's open all year long, or savour a peaceful afternoon basking in the beautiful scenery of the terraced vineyard and the unique gravity-flow winery . The spectacular vineyard setting for a special occasion, such as a wedding or anniversary party, will make your Gulf Island event one to remember. http://www.morningbay.ca 250-629-8351

•  Organizations – To name a few… Art Society, BC Historical Federation, Celtic Music Society, Chess Club, Floral Art Design Group, Heart & Stroke Foundation, Let's Go Walking, Quilters Circle, Pender Highlanders Pipe Band, Pender Island Cancer Society, Pender Island Garden Club, Pender Island Otters Swim Club, Pender Island Play Group, Pender Island Yacht Club, Pender Island Young Dancers, Pender Island Youth Sports Association, Ptarmigan Music and Theatre Society, Solstice Theatre Society.

•  Pender Islands Community Hall – The Community Hall is used to host a wide variety of events: plays, art exhibitions, musical concerts, weekly movie night, the Farmers Market, and the annual Pender Island Fall Fair. It can also be rented out for private functions such as weddings, exhibitions, and many other occasions.
http://www.penderislands.org 250- 629-3669

Pender Island Community Hall	Pender Island Golf Club

•  Pender Island Golf & Country Club – Within walking distance of the BC Ferry Terminal on North Pender Island , Pender Island Golf & Country Club is a scenic 9-hole course suited to any level of golfer. Additional services include a golf shop, which carries everything from golf equipment & attire to Pender Island gifts and souvenirs, a restaurant/lounge, putting green, power and pull carts, and rental clubs.
http://www.penderislandgolf.com 250-629-6614

•  Pender Island Heritage Museum – Located at Roesland in the Gulf Islands National Park Reserve . View exhibits from Pender's early days in the Roe family original homestead house built in 1908.
http://www.penderislandmuseum.org

•  Revolution Fitness Centre – The gym provides a perfect place for weight training and cardio workouts. There is a separate area where you can use the hard wood floor for yoga, Pilates and more. The new Key Card system allows access any time between 6:00 AM to 12:00 AM . Drop-in rates, monthly and annual memberships, and custom written programs available. 250-629-9969

•  The Spa – Located at the Driftwood Centre, The Spa offers everything from relaxing massage and facials to manicures, pedicures, and tanning at reasonable prices. They also offer many other aesthetic services as well as spa-related merchandise and apparel. 250-629-9969

•  Susurrus Spa – Located at Poets Cove Resort & Spa, Susurrus Spa is a full-service spa with a serene and tranquil setting offering treatments such as facials, body wraps, body polishing, manicures, pedicures, massages, and body treatments. With a wide range of spa packages available, Susurrus Spa is a great place to pamper your body and rejuvenate your soul. Hand-made spa-related merchandise and gift certificates available. http://www.poetscove.com 250-629-2100

Parks

•  Gulf Islands National Park Reserve – An exceptional national park reserve that encompasses 35 square kilometres of land and inter-tidal area, spread over 15 islands and numerous islets, with approximately 26 square kilometres of marine areas.
http://www.pc.gc.ca/pn-np/bc/gulf/index_e.asp

•  Prior Centennial Campground – Set in the forest this small campground has 17 drive-in sites and is a great base for exploring the island. Reservations accepted. http://www.discovercamping.ca – online reservation system 1-800-689-9025

•  Roesland Park – This former cottage resort is now part of the national park reserve, and is also home to the Pender Island Museum . A short footbridge leads to Roe Islet where you can watch for eagles, harbour seals and more.

•  Beaumont Park – Located on South Pender Island , Beaumont Park is accessible only by boat or foot. It offers trails to hike, 11 campsites, a sandy beach to relax on and mooring buoys .

•  Mount Norman – The highest point on Pender Island (800ft/244 metres) Mount Norman provides an amazing panoramic view of the surrounding islands and is a great hike for nature lovers.

•  Hiking Trails, Beach Access & View Points – With its lush greenery and park-like rural scenery, Pender Island offers numerous hiking trails and beach access points to explore. An extensive, detailed list and maps are available online.

http://www.crd.bc.ca/penderparks/index.htm
http://www.crd.bc.ca/penderparks/services/index.htm

Additional CRD Parks and Community Parks

•  Magic Lake - picnicking, bird watching and swimming hole

•  Danny Martin Baseball Park

•  Playgrounds - beside the tennis court on Schooner Way , at Shingle Bay and at Thieves Bay

•  Mortimer Spit - Off Canal Road , on South Pender just after the bridge.

Restaurants/Dining

•  Aurora Fine Dining – Located at Poets Cove Resort & Spa, Aurora Fine Dining offers outstanding contemporary regional cuisine in an inspired setting overlooking Bedwell Harbour . Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, choose from a la carte dishes featuring fresh seafood from the waters around Pender Island , our signature Pender Island lamb, and locally grown produce.
http://www.poetscove.com 250-629-2100

•  Chippers – Located at the Pender Island Golf & Country Club, Chippers offers at place to sit down and enjoy some refreshments after and exciting round of golf. Dine inside or outside on the large deck overlooking the course and enjoy the home style meals. 250-629-6665

•  Hope Bay Café – Locally owned and operated and open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, Hope Bay Café offers casual dining in a relaxed atmosphere with a million dollar view. This fully licensed restaurant boasts daily specials prepared by an experienced chef and the only waterfront dining on Pender Island.
http://www.hopebaycafe.com 250-629-6668

•  Islanders' Restaurant – Islanders' Restaurant has a delectable dining ambiance and the wide variety of meals to choose from. During the summer months, dine al fresco on the deck over looking the Swanson Channel. In addition to providing a great place to relax and enjoy the elegantly prepared meals, Islanders' Restaurant offers a catering service called Every Last Crumb Catering for both large and small groups.
http://www.islandersrestaurant.com 250-629-3929

•  Memories at the Inn – Located at The Inn on Pender, Memories offers a wide variety of appetizing contemporary meals at reasonable prices. The fully licensed restaurant is a great place to have a quiet dinner for two or take the family to enjoy the best pizza on the island. Take out menu available.
http://www.innonpender.com 1-800-550-0172

•  Pender Island Bakery Café – The Pender Island Bakery Café is open for breakfast and lunch 7 days a week and features traditional home baking, such as rustic artisan breads, pies, and pastries, as well as imported products and take-out pizza. In addition to hot savouries, such as soups, stews, and paninis , organic cappuccinos, coffees, and teas are always plentiful. Internet and catering services are also available.
http://www.penderislandbakery.com 250-629-6453

•  Pistou Grill – The Pistou Grill features delicious French cuisine with a west coast flare. Located at the Driftwood Centre, this restaurant offers a catering service in addition to the fine wines and world class cuisine served for light lunches and fine dinners.
http://pistougrill.ca/home.html 250-629-3131

•  Port Browning Café and Pub – Located at Port Browning Marina Resort, the locally-owned Pub and Café offer a traditional pub-style menu with daily meal specials. The weekly live music during the summer months is a great draw for boaters and locals alike. Enjoy a meal in the quiet café, pub, or outside deck overlooking the marina.
http://www.portbrowning.com 250-629-3493

•  Syrens Lounge – Located at Poets Cove Resort & Spa, Syrens Lounge provides a relaxing atmosphere where you can dine inside by the large fireplace, or outside where you can watch the beautiful sunsets from the outdoor patio. Open for lunch and dinner, the menu specialties are created with fresh, local, seasonal, and organic ingredients, with a great selection of local and international beers to please the palate.
http://www.poetscove.com 250-629-2100

•  The Stand – The Stand is a family owned and operated business located at the BC Ferry Terminal. They are well known for their fantastic home made beef and ostrich burgers, and many other finger licking good snacks and refreshments. Stop by for the best burgers on Pender Island while waiting for the ferry, or better yet, make a special trip. You won't be disappointed! 250-629-3292

Accommodations

•  Inn on Pender Island – Situated on 7 acres in a unique mid-island location, the Inn on Pender offers privacy and tranquility with its comfortable lodge rooms and cozy cabins. A restaurant on site, reasonable room rates, and proximity to services and amenities makes it a great place for the weary traveller seeking a quiet retreat.
http://www.innonpender.com 1-800-550-0172

•  Poets Cove Resort & Spa – Poets Cove Resort & Spa is a full service, luxury resort hidden away in secluded Bedwell Harbour on South Pender Island . Accommodations include lodge rooms, private cottages, two and three bedroom villas, and moorage slips. The resort offers numerous amenities, such as a full service spa, dining room, pub/lounge, heated swimming pool, hot tub, kayaking adventures, market, marina services, tennis courts, fitness centre, and banquet facilities.
http://www.poetscove.com 250-629-2100

•  Currents at Otter Bay – Currents at Otter Bay is a cluster fully furnished marina cottages tucked into Otter Bay on North Pender Island that can be rented by the week. Within walking distance of the BC Ferry Terminal, amenities include a swimming pool, store, marina services, and recreation centre. Proximity to the ferry terminal, golf course, and restaurant, and the breathtaking views make this a popular destination.
http://www.otterbay.ca

•  Port Browning Marina Resort – Port Browning Marina Resort is located in Browning Harbour on North Pender Island . Accommodations include quaint cabins, camp sites, and over 3000 lineal feet of moorage slips. Amenities include pub, café, cold beer & wine store, swimming pool, laundry and shower facilities, boat launch, and tennis court. Within walking distance of shopping and groceries, Port Browning Marina Resort is a popular destination for both visitors and locals.
http://www.portbrowning.com 250-629-3493

Shopping

•  The Hope Bay Store – Visit this award winning historic renovation of the Hope Bay Store. Historic Hope Bay is home to a variety of stores and businesses – this is where you will find Dockside Realty Ltd . Also at the Hope Bay Store: a popular restaurant, hair salon, business centre, an artist run co-operative gallery, local Parks Canada office, gift stores, seasonal ice cream store and the local goldsmith! All in a fabulous oceanfront setting.
http://www.hopebayrising.com 250-629-6432

•  Driftwood Centre – The Driftwood Centre has a large variety of stores. There you will find a pharmacy, bank, bakery, restaurant, CRD office, gas station/movie rentals, Laundromat, bookstore, hair salon, post office, liquor store, grocery store, spa, gym, insurance office and other small shops.

Galleries

•  Independent – A self guided tour around North and South Pender will reveal numerous indepdentley run galleries, usually located at the artist's home. Most galleries are only open during the summer months, or by appointment at other times of the year. Grab yourself a map and explore.
http://www.pendercreatives.com/pages/galleries.html (partial list of galleries)

Co-operative

•  Red Tree Gallery – An Artisan Co-operative located on the waterfront at historic Hope Bay , exhibiting local artists and artisan works.
http://www.pendercreatives.com/artco-op 250-629-6800

Commercial

•  Gwen's Fine Arts and Native Collectables 250-629-6647
•  Talisman Books and Gallery 250-629-6944

Services and Amenities

•  BC Ambulance Service – On-call certified ambulance attendants available at all times.

EMERGENCY: 911
Non-Emergency: 250-629-6344

•  BC Ferry Services Inc – Daily sailings between Otter Bay on Pender Island and Swartz Bay, near Victoria on Vancouver Island, Tsawwassen, near Vancouver, as well as additional outer Gulf Islands, such as Mayne, Saturna, and Galiano Islands.
http://www.bcferries.com 1-888-223-3779

•  BC Liquor Store – Your one-stop-shop for wines, spirits, lagers, and ales. Located at the Driftwood Centre. 250-629 -3413

•  Canada Post Office – A full-service post office with friendly and knowledgeable staff. Located and the Driftwood Centre. 250-629-3222

•  Capital Regional District (CRD) – The CRD serves Pender Island by providing and co-ordinating selected high quality local services for its citizens, such as noise bylaw regulations, buiding inspections, animal control, water supply, and environmental sewage disposal.
http://www.crd.bc.ca/

•  Driftwood Auto Centre Ltd – The Driftwood Auto Centre is Pender Island 's only gas station, and in addition features automotive repairs, fishing tackle and licenses, showers, Laundromat services, a convenience store, which offers movie rentals, and an ATM machine. It's also a great place to buy discs that can be used at the Golf Island Disc Park .
250-629-3005

•  HSBS Bank Canada – Located at the Driftwood Centre offering all your banking needs.
http://www.hsbc.ca/hsbc 250-629-6516

•  Islands Trust – The North and South Pender Islands Trust is an independent local government that plans land use and regulates development on the islands. The Islands Trust's mandate is to preserve and protect the area and its environment for the benefit of residents.
http://www.islandstrust.bc.ca/

Local Schools

•  Pender Island Elementary School and Secondary Learning Centre

Marina Services

Poets Cove Marina: 250-629-2111
•  Seasonal customs point
•  Fuel
•  110 slips
Otter Bay Marina: 250-629-3579
•  Open year round
Port Browning Marina Resort: 250-629-3493
•  Open year round
Thieves Bay Marina: 250-629-3686 – a marina for the exclusive use of Magic Lake property owners
Hope Bay Government Dock
•  Visitor slips
Browning Harbour Government Dock
•  Visitor slips
Port Washington Government Dock
•  Visitor slips

•  Outer Gulf Islands RCMP – With its headquarters on North Pender Island, the Outer Gulf Islands RCMP detachment serves both North and South Pender Islands, Galiano Island, Mayne Island, and Saturna Island. The Pender Island RCMP office is staffed by 2 full-time officers that are responsible for monitoring and maintaining the island.

EMERGENCY: 911
Non-Emergency: 250-629-6171

•  Pender Island Agencies – Professional insurance brokers for services including Travel, commercial, marine, ICBC Autoplan, tenants, homes, businesses, course of construction, seasonal residential packages, and daily/weekly rental programs.
250- 629-3336

•  Pender Island Cab Company – Pender Island Cab Company provides traditional taxi service as well as charter services for groups, events, and weddings. Reservations recommended.
http:// www. penderisland cab.com 250-629-2222

•  Pender Island Chamber of Commerce – A business organization and community service group committed to the improvement of life on Pender.
1-866-468-7924

•  Pender Island Dental Clinic – Offering a full range of family dental services.
250-629-6815

•  Pender Island Fire Rescue – A member of the Volunteer Firefighters Association of British Columbia, Pender Island Fire Rescue services both North and South Pender Islands , and provides support to neighbouring Gulf Islands during times of crisis. Three strategically located fire halls allow the approximately 30 volunteers and numerous fire equipment vehicles easy access to all areas on Pender Island . In addition to fire rescue and emergency response, Pender Island Fire Rescue provides Pender Island residents with many other community services such as fire prevention education, fire inspection services, and the administration of burn regulations when applicable.

EMERGENCY: 911

Non-Emergency: 250-629-3321

•  Pender Island Home Building Centre – Home Hardware Building Centre supplying building materials, hardware, paint, kitchenware, and garden supplies. Also offering tool rentals.
250-629-3455

•  Pender Island Medical Clinic – Servicing Pender Island with two full time doctors. There are also other medical services available, including physiotherapy and massage therapy.
250-629-3233

•  Pender Island Pharmacy – Prescriptions, cosmetics, stationery & office supplies, cards & gifts and many other items can be found here. Also providing a SEARS outlet and ATM.
250- 629-6555

•  Pender Island Public Library – Local library services and inter-library loans. Other services are offered such as: meeting room rental and community computers with internet access.
http://www.cablelan.net/piplweb 250-629-3722

•  Pender Island Recycling Station – Provides a facility to reduce waste from our community through reuse and recycling. They also provide free dish rental for large functions.
250-629-6962

•  Pender Island Veterinary Clinic – Drs. Gordon Oudman and Maureen Stone provide Pender Island with complete veterinary care. Their services for both large and small animals include medicine, surgery, emergency service, and x-rays. In addition to veterinary services, Pender Island Veterinary Clinic carries retail items such as quality pet foods and flea control products.
250-629-9909

•  Royal Canadian Legion Br. 239 – Local legion branch. “To serve veterans and their dependents, to promote Remembrance, and to act in the service of Canada and its communities”
250-629-3441

•  Southridge Farms Country Store – Local country store offering organic and natural foods, bulk items, local fresh produce, baked goods, videos, livestock and pet feeds. Open 7 days a week.
250-629-2051

•  Tru-Valu Foods – 100 % locally owned and operated full service grocery store, including a meat department, full service deli and fresh produce. Open 7 days a week.
250-629-8322

Religious Services

Churches
•  Chapel of Saint Teresa Roman Catholic Church
•  Church of the Good Shepherd
•  Pender Island United Community Church (Inter-Denominational)
•  St. Peter's Anglican Church