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Squamish Real Estate Market Update February 2019

I hope the first month of the New Year is off to a great start for you. Here is the

Winter Foraging: Seasonal Wild Plants for Immunity and Detox

Did you know that foraging on the west coast can continue well into the winter? Our resident foraging expert, Michi,

Jon Hewitt: Founder of Leon Lebeniste

Meet the man behind the local company making these modern, creative architectural woodwork and home furnishings.

Luscious Lemon Curd by Tall Tree Bakery

Tall Tree Bakery bring us this luscious lemon curd recipe which is perfect for pastries or brightening up breakfast and

Pinkbike + Trailforks: On the Path to Revolutionizing Mountain Biking

These digital platforms have revolutionized mountain biking by gathering the community online and crowd sourcing data. Here's the story.

Do More This Summer. Order Online with SPUD.ca

Master the work life balance. Order your groceries online! Get $20 in Free Groceries

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Summer Foraging: Wild Foods in the Pacific Northwest

Keep your eyes open for these edible plants, flowers, and seeds!

Do More This Summer. Order Online with SPUD.ca

We're back at it with SPUD.ca to show you how easy online ordering really is. Redeem your $20 discount inside.

Up Close with a Cougar: The Story Behind the Image

Ben Haggar shares his exhilarating cougar encounters, including the one behind this amazing photo.

Squamish Days : 60th Anniversary Events

Loggers Sports is a big part of our heritage. It's the 60th anniversary and it's going to be big! Check

The Art of Sending It: Arc’teryx Climbing Academy

The Arc'teryx Climbing Academy is back July 20-23. It's bigger, better, and bringing together the community with a series of

Tasty Pickled Carrots by Copper Pot Preserves

Marcia Fordyce, master pickler and founder of Copper Pot Preserves shares this tasty recipe, just in time for summer.

Vive La Rideshare Revolution

Ridesharing is becoming the new normal for getting where you need to go, and Squamish is one place it is

Polar Opposite: Images of Antarctica

Local photographer, Ben Haggar, shares this other worldly collection of Antarctic photos.

Get Crafty at the Squamish Beer Festival

The Squamish Beer Festival is where BC craft breweries and cideries come to play. Taste from over 50 different artisans.

Under the Bridge: The Story Behind Slashiter Cove

The Slashiter Cove bowl was a renegade project that both polarized and unified the community. Here is the story behind

The Squamish CAN Seasonal Planting Guide

The moderate climate in Squamish makes our growing season nice and long. Use this guide to help you make the

How to Survive High School: Tips From Squamish Students

Have you ever wondered how you even got through the high school years in your own life? Here are some

Thomasina Pidgeon and the Grand Wall Bouldering Co-op

Thomasina is a climber, photographer, writer, coach, nomad, and mother. She s the first Canadian female athlete to boulder V.11

Behind the Scenes: Meet the People Behind Squamish Days

The heart of Squamish Days is its amazingly dedicated volunteers. Meet the multi-generational community behind this 60th anniversary of Loggers

Digital Meets Print: The Locals Board + Squamish.com Unite!

The Locals Board and Squamish.com have partnered to give the small businesses of Squamish the power of print and digital.

The Surfing Chief of Tiavea

Ben Haggar recounts a cheeky story about surfing in Tiavea, Samoa.

Edible Wild Flowers: Tasty Ways to Harvest and Eat Them

Most wild flowers in the Sea to Sky region are edible! Find out how you can use them in a

Calling All Kids: We Are Searching for Kid Correspondents

Squamish.com plans to share the kid-friendly side of the Sea to Sky region in a fun way! We're looking for

Beet salad by Executive Chef Jeff Park, Salted Vine

The Salted Vine : A Beet Salad to Beat Them All

Executive Chef, Jeff Park, shares the recipe for this Salted Vine favourite with us. Yum!!

Make a Break for Britannia – 5 Reasons You Should Revisit

Britannia Mine Museum is an amazing day of family fun. Here are 5 reasons you should visit more than once.

Want to Save the Bees? Don’t Get a Beehive

Want to save wild bees? Here is how you can help them out.

Kandice Keith: Bringing Wildlife Indoors

Her art features bold impressionistic depictions of local animals. The whimsical portraits reflect the character of each animal, so of

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The Orca vs. Dolphin Showdown in Mamquam Channel

On a rainy day in 2014, Squamish came to a standstill as people crowded the waterfront to catch a glimpse

The Rich History of Loggers Sports

Squamish Days Loggers Sports celebrates the tenacity, skill, and athleticism it takes to be a logger, and community that built

The Tradition of Cedar Bark Harvesting and Weaving

Cedar bark is integral to coastal First Nation Culture. Here are some interesting clips on cedar bark harvesting and weaving.

Take a Different Trail – 3 Tips for Winning at Financial Stability

If you’re not happy with your current financial situation, it might be time to jump off your usual path and

Loop the Lakes Race: Calling All Kids

Kids like 3 year old Malik Schorz love the 1k Loop the Lakes Kids' Race. Find out why is an

Adventure Photography: 5 Tips for Photos You’ll Cherish

Hints from an outdoor photography expert on how to capture the moment in stunning photos that pop!

State of the Art in the Sea to Sky

Opening night at this year's State of the Art in Whistler pays homage to talented local artists including the iconic

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Spring Foraging for Wild Greens

Spring on the West Coast is when edible wild greens start popping up. Here are some easy to locate plants

Nch’kay: Garibaldi Mountain Summit

One of the traditional Squamish Nation stories about Nch'kay (Garibaldi). Follow alpinist and filmmaker CJ Carter as he tries to

Life After Near Death – Sean Bridge’s New Beginning

After Sean Bridge nearly died on the Fraser River, he turned to woodworking in the name of rehabilitation. This is

Lovecoast: Next Stop, Home

Indie soul-pop band Lovecoast has a fresh sound and Squamish roots. Check out their exclusive playlist and interview and get

Dig It: Tips for a Healthy Garden This Spring

Growing a healthy garden is easy. Here are some tips from local expert and urban farmer Michalina Hunter.

Adventure Awaits – L’Aventure Attend

A beautiful short highlighting some of Squamish's surroundings from a tourist's perspective. This French Art-Doc will inspire you to stop

Behind the Scenes with Backcountry Brewing

Backcountry Brewing is set to open soon. Here is an inside look at what's in store.

Locals Guide to CIMC: 5 Things You Should Know

5 things you should know as a local about CIMC 2017.

I M U R: Our Electronic Soul Addiction

I M U R exudes an eclectic electronic mix of musical genres. Check out the playlist they've curated exclusively for

The Guild Art Collective: Designing Big

The Guild Art Collective is pushing the boundaries of installation art and stage design in the Sea-to-Sky and across North

Piña Pop – Squamish’s Juicy New Print Shop

Nadi Fantastic has a vision for bringing brands to life on cost-effective, eco-friendly fabrics. Find out about why Squamish's newest

#CIMC2017: A Meeting of the Minds in the Digital Age

The digital age is an era of possibility and opportunity expanding faster than most people can grasp. Connect, learn, and

Xeriscaping: Modern Gardening in the Sea to Sky

Save time, money and water. A simple guide to xeriscaping your Sea to Sky garden.

Giveaway: Win 2 Tickets to Change in the Making Conference

Want to get in on the hottest digital media event in Western Canada? We've got 2 tickets up for grabs

The Squamish Five: Urban Guerillas in the Midst

What do you get when you mix punk rock, women's rights, direct action, environmentalism, bombings, and porn? This infamous crew.

That Time Will Stanhope Crushed Zombie Roof

Zombie Roof is one of Squamish's most iconic climbs. Perry Beckham recounts it's beginnings, and Will Stanhope stylishly free solos

Modern Mac ‘n Cheese: For the Soul Food Connoisseur

Local plant-based chef and blogger Priscilla Ann Cannon shares a recipe for delicious plant-based mac 'n cheese. Don't count on

How To Say Sḵwx̱wú7mesh

The highway signs explained. A Squamish Nation language lesson that hits home.

The Unshakeable Legacy of James Bondage

Squamish in the mid-2000's was unflinchingly open and hedonistic. This event put it all on show for a very worthy

The Art of Creek Boating in the Winter

“That’s the beauty of Squamish, you can walk out your front door in a dry suit in the middle of

The Aha Moment: Adventure Writing With Andrew Findlay

“As long as I’m coming from a place of initial interest with an adventure, a culture or a place, inevitably

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Aerial Rope Performance: Elise Ebner

Elise Ebner performing to "Wayfaring Stranger" on aerial rope.

Hard Times for West Coast Railway Heritage Park

The West Coast Railway Heritage Park has had a tough winter and is kindly asking for donations.

Doggy Wedding: Canine Valley Community Fundraiser

You're invited to a Doggy Wedding! Canine Valley community fundraiser set for February 25th at the Spice Root Kitchen +

Squamish Foraging 101

Everything you need to know about foraging in Squamish from our resident expert and newest contributor Michalina Hunter. Channel your

Family Day – Find the Fun

We've asked a few local parents what they're doing to celebrate Family Day. If you're still on the hunt for

Ben Haggar at VIMFF – The Devil is in the Details

Squamish.com contributor Ben Haggar took home 2nd Place at the VIMFF photography awards last night. Here's the story behind the

This Beautiful Day: Meet the Artist

Have you ever wondered how "This Beautiful Day" ties in with the community of Squamish? Let the artist tell you.

Tom Wright- Film Curator for VIMFF

The curator of films featured at the Vancouver International Film Festival shares with us some local favourites and what it

Squamish’s First Industry: Hops Farming

The craft beer is thriving in these parts. But did you know that hops were the backbone of Squamish’s early

The Backyard Project – Episode 1

Follow Justin Lamoureux on his quest to ride all the peaks in the area around Squamish.

Nepal: From Our Mountain Town To Yours

An inside look at a farm that provides a safe place for women in earthquake-ravaged Nepal to control their destiny,

Vegan Banana Bread Muffins: Food Allergy Friendly!

This yummy muffin recipe was submitted by local mom, Leslie McQuade. It is tried, tested, and kid approved, also free

That Time the Brew Pub Got Blacklisted

That's right. In another era, The Brew Pub was the lightning rod for conflict bubbling up in Squamish in the

Bass Coast Festival: This Space in Time

It outgrew its Squamish home some time ago, but the roots still run deep. Seeing how far this festival has

Jack Habricht – Squamish Valley Pioneer

Did you know that Valleycliffe used to be called Skunk Hollow? We're throwing it back to the time of pioneer

The History of Shaving: Five Things You Didn’t Know

Between hipsters, lumbersexuals, and good old fashioned mountain men there is a lot of facial hair around these parts. The

The Squamish River – A View From Above

A little invitation to explore the Squamish River courtesy of #thinkoutside. an unforgettable journey – a flight over the squamish

Passenger Trains for Moving People

Squamish had it figured out 100 years ago; a passenger train to carry people between here and Vancouver. It's time

Spice Root: Thai Chicken Laap

Thailand is worth a trip just for the food. Spice Root's Josh Cecchine shares his recipe for this traditional Thai

Don’t Blow Out the Spot

Is your favourite spot now swarming with people? Maybe it's time to fine-tune your social media strategy.

P.O.V. | Richie Schley Rides the Treasure Trail

It is exhilarating, petrifying, inspiring, giggle-inducing, and consequence riddled all in the same moment. And it all makes sense when

Get Heard: Spread the Word

Before the internet, cell phones, and social media, this is how you spread the word.

Paddle Out- The Story Behind the Photo

Ben Haggar shares the story behind one of his most popular images, captured at a secret surf spot on Southern

Winter Driving: Sea to Sky Highway 1960

Long before the four lanes of hyper-engineered road we know as the Sea to Sky Highway, the Seaview Highway snaked its

Girls on Ice – Free Expeditions for Teens

Ice-covered volcanoes, Alaskan glaciers, and glacial ocean kayaking are a few of the potential adventures that await via Inspiring Girls

How to Wrap A Bike

Here’s hoping all the good little groms get just what they ask for this year. What’s your wrapping style?

European Mulled Wine

Spice up the holidays with this tasty recipe shared with us by local Chef Dennis Bond. Yum!

Headlamps + Hikes on the Sea to Sky Gondola

Nothing makes it feel like the holidays more than the trifecta of snow, good food and good company. Here's a

Elfin Lakes Hut: The Birth of Backcountry Skiing in Squamish

You may know it as Elfin Lakes Hut, but what stood before was the Diamond Head Chalet. Here's the story

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The Wizard Behind Half Nelson: Ted Tempany

Half Nelson has been ranked the top mountain bike trail in the world. Meet the local legend who made it

Photos with Santa : 1958

Photos with Santa; hilarious results.

The Discovery Pass : Get Yours Free for 2017!

Canada is turning 150 year old! To celebrate, we all get a free pass to enjoy the natural gems this

A Necessary Shift : Where Resource and Recreation Meet

Local photographer Ben Haggar's observations on the value of forests.

Jen McGuiness : A Green Thumb and Steady Perseverance

An unfulfilled Kickstarter campaign usually marks the end of the road for many entrepreneurs. But Jen McGuinness has a vision

Ground Up Climbing: Indoor Adventures

Many dreamed of it, but these guys pulled it off. This video capture the energy of this community hub.

Joshua Watts: Traditional Culture Today

Meet the man behind the traditional Squamish Nation sea canoe housed in the Xwu’nekw Canoe Shelter in Downtown Squamish.

Backcountry Babes

Squamish has been doing backcountry since before it was a thing. Just ask these ladies.

Light Cycles

What happens when you mix bikes, lights, and cameras? This!

The Best Place to Work in BC

BC Business Magazine has given Squamish its biggest kudos. But what does it actually mean?

GivingTuesday: The Black Friday Detox

This global event celebrates local charities, non profits, and community organizations. Here are some local groups that could use your

The Versatile Stewart Hughes

Most recognised by his well-loved street art in Squamish, his new project gathers a curated group of Sea to Sky

Uber Fundraising : Mountainfilm Festival Delivers

This fundraiser for Squamish Search and Rescue was a sellout success, check out these numbers. (Also, check out our favourite

Nathan Kukathus: Form Follows Function

This local designer launched two companies this year, Grade VII Climbing and Cardamon. But you might already be using some

Squamish Modern: Definition Through Design

How geography, culture, and heritage are shaping our own distinct aesthetic.

Pow Wow: Bridging Communities

The 14th Annual Squamish Valley Siyam Pow Wow is November 19 and 20, 2016. You're invited!

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Refresh: More Than a Market

This impressive event showcases the entrepreneurial spirit, creativity, and style that runs deep in these parts. Meet the mavens who

Desert Magic : An Escape from the Rain

Escape to the desert is a wonderful thing, especially with current rainfall numbers. A group of Squamish climbers head south

ROUNDUP: Local Food at Refresh Market

Our favourite market is back next weekend! We've started planning, and today we've got food on our mind.

Patricia Heintzman and the Importance of Art

Our mayor has a lifetime love of arts and culture. It's now translating to the Squamish experience.

The Noble Task: Different Conversations on Resource Use

In this short documentary, Quest student Tobias Freedner-Matesi explores different conversations that arise around natural resources and livelihood. The common

Squamish Makers Collective: Up With Modern Design

These local 'mompreneurs' love of design, and their modern esthetic is redefining the face of local business. We like it.

Capra: Trail Running Billy Goats

Trail running is a one of the best ways to enjoy our enchanting landscape. The crew at Capra Running want

Oh Hello! The Return of Snowboard Canada Magazine

..... and local photographer Jeff Patterson scored the front cover.

The Shared Knowledge of Local Beekeeping

Longtime beekeeper Phil Ellis passes the knowledge of Squamish style beekeeping to the next generation, and Nic Butler is picking

Quest University: New President, New Era

Perched in the hills above Squamish, Quest University is turning the page to the next chapter of its existence. Peter

Autumn in Squamish

Fall in Squamish is magical. This drone footage highlights the fall colours and beautiful scenery we all love.

King Can Al : There’s Only One

Him and his dog are fixtures downtown, and at the crag. It seems like everyone's got a story about him.

Downtown Flood of 1940

Sometimes boats are the most viable option. Like during the downtown flood of 1940.

Jen Segger: Uber Athlete Turned Mom

As it turns out, the biggest adventure starts at home.

The Real Deal: KNWN Manufacturing

Squamish rides high with locally made skis, snowboards and splitboards.

A-Frame Brewing: Cabin Fever Hits Squamish

Upping Squamish's craft beer game, this cozy tasting room is opening October 2016.

SPOTIFY PLAYLIST | The Brightest Cloudy Days

Check out our latest 7 hours Spotify playlist. It's the perfect autumn sound track, and it's on heavy rotation at

Group of Seven’s Fred Varley

This iconic Canadian artist spent time capturing the Howe Sound in his paintings. Can you recognize these places?

Squamish Goes Boom

We all knew it was coming. It was only a matter of time. One thing for is sure, it feels

Garden Greens Pesto

Has your kale taken on a life of its own? Use it up in this vegan recipe.

Learning With Tsawaysia: Medicinal Hydroponics

We're learning lessons in building modern hydroponic systems to grow ancestral medicines at home.

Fergie’s Cafe: How to Build a Family Business

They are the quintessential young Squamish family, turning this historic property into a favourite brunch spot. Meet the Freese Family.

2016: The Year of Miranda Miller

A stellar year competing, and a win at Crankworx 2016. We get the feeling she's just getting started.

Squamish Rampage: Boulder Love

The third annual Rampage Festival brought hundreds of climbers out to Squamish’s renowned granite boulders this weekend.

Seaview Highway Opens August 7, 1958

The Seaview Highway opened on August 7, 1958. Before then, a boat was your best option to get to Squamish.

A Birds Eye View of Squamish

Squamish.com is LIVE. Let's celebrate!

Wild Berry + Chia Seed Jam

It's berry picking season! Try this tasty jam out with your next harvest.

Painting With Prana

Local photographer Ben Haggar brings yoga photography to the next level with these fascinating shots taken on the Chief at

Diamond Head Trail: How Squamish Raised the Bar

It takes a village to build a trail, and when the Diamond Head Trail is complete, this 20km loop of

7 Reasons We Love Mag’s 99

These guys deserve their cult like following. Besides bringing some soul to the Sea to Sky Highway. Here's the other

Squampton: What’s in a Name?

Twenty years later, this nickname is still going strong. What gives?

The West Coast Chill

Sin Gin from Gillespies Fine Spirits and mint infused Squamish Water Kefir are the makings of your new favorite cocktail.

Spencer Seabrooke: The Man Behind the Video

You saw the footage of his world record slackline triumph on the Chief last summer. Since then, life has changed

Squamish Landing: 1905

Horse carriages unloading in Squamish. Circa 1905

Hevy Duty: Climber, Community Builder, Style Renegade

One of Squamish's most recognizable characters talks about technology, forging your own path, and why the kids are alright.

ARTISTS TO WATCH | Lan Yao

Peek behind the scenes with this talented artist, whose childhood in Communist China shaped her artistic style.

PLAYLIST| Memories of Squamish Valley Music Festival

This 5 hour playlist honours some of the most memorable performances of the last 5 years. RIP SVMF.

Saw Like a Girl: Amy Fenton’s Grandmother Shows Her the Ropes

Fifty six years after competing at Loggers Sports, Ruth Fenton will be cheering on her granddaughters in the Double Buck

Beet Salad with Maple Rhubarb Dressing

This modern beet salad is an homage to Westcoast gardeners. Chances are, you've got a lot of these ingredients growing

Kiteboarder Sam Medysky Roadtrips Through Squamish

Pro athlete Sam Medysky brings a film crew across Canada, showcasing some pretty amazing spots. Squamish is of course a

Wicked Wonderland

Watermelon and basil? Maven, mixologist, and sommelier, Kelly Ann Woods of Gillespie's Fine Spirits answers the question with this wicked

HOLIDAY ROUNDUP : Experiences for the Win

These local businesses sell in experiences, not just things. We like that.

Walking the Line with Johnny Cash

It's Loggers Sports Festival, July 28- Aug 1st. Remember that time the Man in Black performed?

Learning with Tsawaysia

Squamish Nation's Alice Guss on relearning culture, knowledge, and connecting us all.

ARTISTS TO WATCH | Sarah Symes

The woman behind downtown Squamish's new art banners is a textile artist who makes her art from sewing pieces hand

INFOGRAPHIC | Couch Surfer’s Guide to Getting Invited Back

SQUAMISH.com has created this handy infographic to help even the most unaware of guests of curb their oblivion and be

The Life Aquatic: Return of the Howe Sound

With wildlife staging a comeback, marine based recreation is how local explorers are filling their days.

That Time the Grateful Dead Came to Squamish?

Right after the Woodstock Festival in 1969, Squamish hosted some very famous bands. If we hadn't seen the gig poster,

10-Step Guide to Buying a House

Check out this great Realtor.com resource! You’ll find 10 great articles here to help guide you through the home buying

Seller Advice from the Experts

What is Dual Agency? Buy, Sell When a buyer is represented by the same brokerage firm that has the listing,

Getting a Mortgage

Finance How a Loan Forbearance Can Save Your House Finance Knowing you may lose your home because you can’t