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vancouver bc zoo and aquarium :: Article Creator Reptile Zoo Owner With Cancer Says He Won't Live To See Dream Aquarium Open: 'I Don't Have Long' A man known for his love of reptiles and wildlife recently posted an emotional video to his "Reptile Army" to say he was entering hospice care. Brian Barczyk, who also founded The Reptarium, a Michigan reptile zoo, shared the difficult news with his millions of followers on Friday in a YouTube video titled "This Is Goodbye." "This last year has been difficult with my cancer and with the ups and downs of treatment and feeling sick," said Barczyk, who was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer last March. "Unfortunately, you guys are not going to see me in the future because tomorrow, I go into hospice, which means I don't have long to go after that." He went on to say that he wanted to be present for the opening of the LegaSea Aquarium, which...

british columbia things to see :: Article Creator 8 Best Things To Do In The San Juan Islands, Washington The San Juan Islands are a group of islands located in the Salish Sea, between the mainland of Washington State and British Columbia, Canada. The islands are known for their natural beauty, abundant wildlife, and relaxed atmosphere. If you're looking for a place to relax and enjoy the outdoors, the San Juan Islands are the perfect destination. Here are some of the best things to do on the islands: 1. Whale watching The San Juan Islands are one of the best places in the world to see orcas, also known as killer whales. Orcas are often seen in the waters around the islands, and you can often see them from shore or on a whale watching tour. 2. Hiking and biking The San Juan Islands have a variety of hiking and biking trails to explore. Some of the most popular trails include the Lime Kiln Trail, which leads to a viewpoint overloo...

sites to see in vancouver canada :: Article Creator 15 Fun Things To Do In Vancouver This Weekend: January 26 To 28 The last weekend of January is here! Time flies when you're having fun, so get to soaring with these 15 things to do in Vancouver from January 26 to 28, including Lunar New Year celebrations, The Witness Blanket, and more. For more fun things happening around town, be sure to check out our Listed section. And don't forget to enter to win tickets to Just For Laughs Vancouver 2024 in our Five Days of Funny Contest! You could win your way in to see Ronny Chieng, Ben Schwartz, Wanda Sykes, Marlon Wayans, and more! NBC/SNL What: Nate Bargatze gained a wide audience through his three Netflix stand-up specials: The Tennessee Kid, Greatest Average American, and The Standups. His latest special, Hello World, was released in 2023 on Amazon Prime Video. The Nashville, Tennessee-born star has appeared on The Tonight Show St...

cultus water park bc :: Article Creator Liard River Hot Springs Provincial Park Follow a wooden boardwalk path through a warm-water swamp and boreal forest to soak in Canada's second largest hot springs. Originally known as Tropical Valley for its lush terrain, Liard River Hot Springs Provincial Park in British Columbia encompasses about eight pools, one of which is open to bathers. The thermal waters simmer between 108° and 126°F in the rustic public pool, making the park a popular rest stop for drivers on the nearby Alaska Highway. "The hot springs draw people from all over the world," says Belinda Clark, the park's manager. "Visitors often come for a day the first time and return the next year for an entire week because they enjoyed it so much." When to Go: The park, pool, and highway are open year-round, and all three are busiest in the summer. Clark recommends winter, the off-season, when traffic is light, the surr...

things to do in downtown victoria :: Article Creator New Trolley Tour Commences In Honor Of Victoria's Bicentennial January's Bicentennial Old Victoria Trolley Tour was so successful it sold out within a week, Joel Novosad, director of the city's Convention and Visitors Bureau, said. Explore Victoria held their first Bicentennial Old Victoria Trolley Tour in downtown Victoria Jan. 13 in celebration of the city turning 200 years old this April. "The response has been fanstastic," Novosad said. Led by Jeff Wright, executive director of Victoria Preservation Inc., the tour took guests through the interior of the Victoria County Courthouse. Tourists then boarded a trolley from Texas Coast Limousines for a tour through Old Victoria. After the tour's conclusion, tourists were treated to lunch at The PumpHouse Riverside Restaurant and Bar, which is included in the ticket price. The tour was inspired by The Old Victoria D...

sites to see in vancouver bc :: Article Creator 15 Fantastic Things To Do In Vancouver This Weekend: January 19 To 21 Find your weekend vibes with our checklist of 15 fantastic things to do around Vancouver! There are lots to see and do from January 19 to 21, including epic concerts, hilarious comedy, and more. For more fun things happening around town be sure to check out our Listed section. And to stay up to date on everything happening in Metro Vancouver, BC, and beyond, sign up for our newsletters! BLOT by Adi BulboacaBatty Banks (Pedro Augusto Meza/PuSh Festival) What: PuSh International Performing Arts Festival is back for its 20th groundbreaking year in Vancouver this winter, and it promises a lineup of works for every type of live arts enthusiast. The Lower Mainland's signature, mid-winter cultural event is described as a "manifesto for live art," with works featuring personal accounts of resistance and acts of ...