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John

About John

I put together Tofino Guide (it's a book -- remember those?) and I maintain this website. WildCedar.com holds more details about my professional and personal life. Thanks for visiting!

Foraging for Seafood near Tofino

Posted on February 28, 2012 by John

Fishing for, digging for and picking up crustaceans and other marine invertebrates is legal and rarely dangerous. Fishing for fin fish like coho salmon can be fun and productive, especially through August when they are abundant close to shore. If … Read more →

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Tofino Seafood Stores

Posted on February 28, 2012 by John

Here is an list (alphabetical) of stores and locations that offer seafood harvested around the Tofino area. The Co-op Grocery Store First Street at Campbell, 250-725-3226 Packaged local seafood, fresh wild salmon, halibut, sole, and scallops. Crab Dock Bottom of … Read more →

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Tofino Restaurants: Fine Dining

Posted on February 22, 2012 by John

Listed alphabetically, courtesy of Tofino Guide (the print version — remember books?!) Blue Heron Restaurant 634 Campbell Street, 250-725-4266, www.weighwest.com Just outside the central core of Tofino, you will find the Weigh West Marine Resort on the Meares Island side of … Read more →

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Tofino Pubs & Lounges

Posted on February 22, 2012 by John

Listed alphabetically, courtesy of Tofino Guide (the print version — remember books?!) Dockside Pub 634 Campbell (at Weigh West Marine Resort), 250-725-3277, www.weighwest.com With a casual atmosphere and a great view, this pub is located below the Weigh West Marine Resort … Read more →

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