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When you visit the Comox Valley, your greatest challenge will be deciding what to do first! Outdoor enthusiasts will find no end to the activities available in the Valley. High-energy rivers spill from the mountains as they make their restless journey from alpine to ocean. There, where fresh water meets salt, the beaches are cloaked in fine sand or scattered with pebbles. The sky is alive with the cries of gulls and the calls of eagles. Between the mountains and the sea lies a lush, temperate rainforest alongside lakes perfect for swimming, canoeing and catching fat trout. Meandering trails through the woods welcome hikers, mountain bikers and horseback riders, while sheltered ocean waters beckon kayakers and divers. The Comox Valley also offers an incredible range of commercial and community attractions to keep every member of your travel party happy. Many local attractions offer scheduled events, concerts, art exhibits, workshops, kids camps, group packages and tours. From lush gardens to exciting water parks and from stock car races to relaxing and revitalizing spas, there's something for everyone in the Comox Valley! For those with shopping on their minds, the Comox Valley is a shopper's dream! From handcrafted goods to specialty-imported items and from cozy bookstores to outdoor adventure suppliers, shopping in the Comox Valley is an adventure in itself. Creative energy runs high in the Comox Valley. From painters and potters to theatre and dance troupes, to some of the best live entertainment and cultural festivals around, the Comox Valley is a thriving arts and culture community. Visitors to the Comox Valley can attend top quality outdoor art exhibits at local gardens, classical concerts in the park and music, theatre and dance events in a myriad of venues including renovated heritage churches, warehouses, sports arenas, resorts and restaurants. From the avant-garde to the classics, the Comox Valley has an art or culture offering for every taste. Many of the artists, artisans, writers and musicians who live in the area derive their inspiration from the beautiful landscape and the colourful people that surround them. All contribute to making the Comox Valley one of Vancouver Island's foremost cultural destinations. For a list of 101 Things to do in the Comox Valley visit www.discovercomoxvalley.com.
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