February 2010 - Posts

Sightseeing by Houseboat
Lake Cowichan is one of the largest bodies of fresh water on Vancouver Island. It's long narrow shape make it perfect for cruising on a houseboat. You'll float by green rollinghills, sandy beaches and cottagers enjoying a swim. Drop anchor any Read More...
Posted 24 February 10 10:20 by Sandy Stinson | 0 Comments   
Life on the Lake
If you're not from the area, you might appreciate living at Cowichan Lake even more than someone who was born here. You may come to the lake for a visit, then go home and you can't help but start making comparisons. There are so few places left Read More...
Posted 20 February 10 06:42 by Sandy Stinson | 0 Comments   
Small Town Sentiments
You can concentrate on all the things that aren't available when you live in a small town. It's true, that everything you're used to in city life won't be at your fingertips in a small community. But the things that really count are all Read More...
Posted 17 February 10 11:58 by Sandy Stinson | 0 Comments   
Rain Barrels-A Great Idea
Installing a rainbarrel at your home will give all kinds of benefits. It is an emergencywater supply when the hydro is out. It provides manygallons of chlorine-free, oxygen rich water which will benefit your garden andhouse plants. Watering with warm Read More...
Posted 08 February 10 05:29 by Sandy Stinson | 0 Comments   
Waste Reduction
When building, measure and calculate at least two times to eliminate anyleft-over materials. Order lengths and sizes that suit the project so that very little ends upin the scrap heap. Do your homework on local green materials for all your projects. If Read More...
Posted 03 February 10 02:06 by Sandy Stinson | 0 Comments