Chemainus Travel Guide

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Things to Do  

Weyerhauser Mill

Weyerhauser Mill, Chemainus

 balhannah Says:  The Weyerhauser Mill is newly designed and technologically efficient, now competing with the rest of the world. Wood is made to order, and they are able to extract the highest grade of lumber from every piece. As I come from Australia, I found it quite interesting, seeing... 

MURALS

MURALS, Chemainus

 balhannah Says:  If you come to Chemainus, then you must have a look at the beautiful Mural's that are painted around the town.The Mural's, began in 1982, and now, there are over 40, and still growing!Most of them are in the Centre of Town, but to see all of them, you need to head to the Old... 

SCULPTURES

SCULPTURES, Chemainus

 balhannah Says:  Not only Mural's in this town, but excellent sculpture's scattered around the town too!On my opening page, is a photo of the carving based on the first mural to be painted in Chemainus,.......' Steam Donkey At Work. It is a three-dimensional cedar depiction showing the steam... 

WATERWHEEL PARK

WATERWHEEL PARK, Chemainus

 balhannah Says:  Waterwheel Park is located in the main part of Chemainus. If your a tourist, you will find it nestled in giant fir trees, near the Tourist Information centre.Quite a few of the trees are indigenous to Vancouver Island. There is a lovely Mural, and a Waterwheel which is a... 

Different ways to see the Murals...

Different ways to see the Murals..., Chemainus

 balhannah Says:  Chemainus, known as 'THE LITTLE TOWN THAT DID' and for its Murals. The way we saw the Mural's, was by taking the Chemainus Express around the town. This was like a mini steam train, included the driver and a young lady who gave a commentary all the way. The tour was good and... 

Beautiful architecture at CHEMAINUS

Beautiful architecture at CHEMAINUS, Chemainus

 balhannah Says:  CHEMAINUS is one of my favorite towns in Canada. It is a town that is well known for its Mural's, something that I really enjoy viewing, but what I also found here, was lots of lovely painted very quaint houses.There are mill houses along Chemainus Road, as well as historic... 

Chemainus Theatre

Chemainus Theatre, Chemainus

 Albernfrau Says:  This famous theatre offers approximately 5 different productions throughout the year. Visitors can stay in the newly built close by Chemainus Festival Best Western Hotel. Package deals (hotel and theatre) available from $89 per person based on double occupancy. 

Murals...You Can't Miss Them !!!

Murals...You Can't Miss Them !!!, Chemainus

 Lady_Mystique Says:  As I mentioned in the introduction, Chemainus is most famous for its murals.One just has to walk around the town, look at the walls of the buildings to find a mural...they're everywhere! 

CHEMAINUS DINNER THEATRE

CHEMAINUS DINNER THEATRE, Chemainus

 LoriPori Says:  The CHEMAINUS THEATRE is another big draw in town and presents live professional theatre year-round, with special summer family production, new plays featuring guest artists from across North America, pre-show dining and a gallery displaying works by local artists. 

Hotels  

Fuller Lake Motel

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Restaurants  

Chemainus Bakery: Best Bakery Ever!

Chemainus Bakery: Best Bakery Ever!, Chemainus

 Albernfrau Says:  Best bakery ever! This is a real bakery. The break is baked fresh daily. There are plenty of treats to choose from all at ridiculously low prices! The owners are fabulous people who will always take a moment to chat! There are tables to sit and enjoy the scrumptious treats. 

BILLY'S DELIGHT ICE CREAM PARLOUR: VANCOUVER ISLAND'S FAVOURITE ICE CREAM PARLOUR

BILLY'S DELIGHT ICE CREAM PARLOUR: VANCOUVER ISLAND'S FAVOURITE ICE CREAM PARLOUR, Chemainus

 LoriPori Says:  Hans and I couldn't resist going into BILLY'S DELIGHT for an ice cream. I had my usual double Butter Pecan with a waffle cone. MMMMM! Home of the original fresh-baked Chemainus Waffle Cone, Hearty soups, Sandwiches and other light lunches. Coffeeand Expresso Bar. 

Shopping  

WILLOW ANTIQUE MALL: Antiques

WILLOW ANTIQUE MALL: Antiques, Chemainus

 Lady_Mystique Says:  If you enjoy looking at, browsing through, or buying antiques, then this is one of two best shops in Chemainus to go to!Most of the stuff they have is authentic...what one would expect to see in an antique store...not just crap picked up at garage sales, thrift stores, or... 

OLD TOWN ANTIQUES: Antiques in the Lower Town

OLD TOWN ANTIQUES: Antiques in the Lower Town, Chemainus

 Lady_Mystique Says:  Here's a real treasure trove for Antique lovers!!!There are SO MANY antiques here, but most of them are small. Don't expect to find any furniture or larger items here. Lots of household antiques, fine glassware, jewellery, and everyday objects.It has gone down in quality a... 

CHEMAINUS BAKERY: BEST and ONLY BAKERY in TOWN !!!

CHEMAINUS BAKERY: BEST and ONLY BAKERY in TOWN !!!, Chemainus

 Lady_Mystique Says:  This bakery has been operating in Chemainus for 50 years! They offer really good and absolutely DELICIOUS baked goods!!! They bake their breads and pastries using only natural products with no additives or preservatives in the ingredients.The owners/ bakers...a married... 

Off The Beaten Path  

Osbourne Bay Park
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This is a great park. Hardly anyone is ever there. A great rocky, sandy beach that you can stroll for a long time. A nice meadow starts your walk which leads through the trees and down to the beach. Admire the colourful birdhouses someone has put up lining the path.

Written May 11, 2006

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MURAL MAP/ VISTOR INFO CENTRE

MURAL MAP/ VISTOR INFO CENTRE, Chemainus

 balhannah Says:  We went to Chemainus as I really enjoy Mural's.As usual, we found the Visitor Centre which was located in an old police station on Willow Street in the town centre. One of the world famous mural's depicting a steam train crossing a bridge over Chemainus River was painted on... 

General Info

General Info, Chemainus

 Redang Says:  Tourist OfficePO Box 575 / 9796 Willow StreetChemainus BC V0R 1K0Canada- Tel.: (+1) (250) 246 39 44- Fax: (+1) (250) 246 32 51- Internet: www.chemainus.bc.ca- E mail: ccoc@islandnet.com 

THE CHEMAINUS MURALS

THE  CHEMAINUS  MURALS, Chemainus

 RACCOON1 Says:  Some murals are tucked in corners or laneways . A wide angle lens is a help .Ths mural is 31.08 meters long by 3.69 meters high . 

THE CHEMAINUS MURALS

THE  CHEMAINUS  MURALS, Chemainus

 RACCOON1 Says:  You may not be able to take pictures of complete murals as Chemainus is still a full fledged functioning town and people have to park their cars somewhere , like right in front of a mural. Be patient . 

THE CHEMAINUS MURALSl

THE  CHEMAINUS    MURALSl, Chemainus

 RACCOON1 Says:  There are presently 36 murals on building walls in Chemainus , B.C.If you are on Vancouver Island do take the time to stop and walk through the town . The murals are scattered throuighout the town , some on major streets and intersections and some tucked away in laneways. A... 

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