Historic Boat Tours with the Museum at Campbell River

07/20/2021

We have a few seats left for our trip around Cortes Island this weekend!

Call us at 250-287-3103 to reserve your seat!

07/04/2021

Another beautiful day in the water! Our guide Ellie told us some of the history of Desolation Sound, and we had the pleasure of watching a humpback whale and her calf 💕 🐋

07/02/2021

Thanks to Alistair at the Campbell River Mirror for joining us this year for the first tour of the season!

With June closing a lot warmer than when it started, Campbell River residents might want to consider getting out on the water and explore the spectacular waters of the Discovery Islands.

06/09/2021

How many eagles do you see?

Photo taken on our Sonora Tour on June 6th by one of our guests Ben Verkerk. Thank you Ben for sharing your wonderful photos with us!

06/07/2021

Fantastic first trip of the season! Looking forward to next weekend and exploring Desolation Sound.

06/04/2021

Have you booked your summer boat tour yet?

There are still spots available for trips to several destinations. Find out more at https://crmuseum.ca/programs/boat-tours/

06/02/2021

Our waters used to be the highways in this region. The Union Steamships were the main mode of transport for many people in the Discovery Islands. Find out more about these ships, their captains and passengers in the blog post below, then contact us to sign up for a historic boat tour to cruise the very same waters they frequented.

https://crmuseum.ca/programs/boat-tours/

I was never someone fascinated with ships. Despite this, when I began to take a deeper look into the history of the Discovery Islands, I fell in love with the stories of the Union Steamships. Whether it was the tales of captains who could navigate treacherous uncharted waterways or the social gather...

05/31/2021

After being cooped up for so long, take the opportunity this summer to set sail.

05/28/2021

One of the destinations on our boat tours this summer is Blind Channel. One young resident, Jonah Richter, shared with us the history of the place he calls home.
https://crmuseum.ca/programs/boat-tours/

05/25/2021

Have you heard the story of the Schnarr sisters? The Discovery Islands have an abundance of tales to share. Our Museum guides are well versed in the people and places that you will explore on your boat tour.

https://crmuseum.ca/programs/boat-tours/

The Museum at Campbell River explores the extraordinary lives of the famous Schnarr sisters: Pansy, Pearl, and Marion. From their time living in a floathouse...

05/21/2021

Who needs to get out on the water this summer?

It's been a long winter, but summer is just around the corner. We are taking bookings now for our historic boat tours. Fine out more at https://crmuseum.ca/programs/boat-tours/