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  Prince Rupert BC, Prince Rupert Canada
Prince Rupert is the terminal for auto/passenger ferries to and from Alaskan coastal communities, the Queen Charlotte Islands and Vancouver Island.
Situated on Kaien Island at the mouth of the Skeena River, Prince Rupert is 170 ft. above sea level and has an average annual precipitation of 95 inches..
See the other side of the city's scenic harbor and bring a picnic lunch, visit the beach of a deserted island and comb its shores, or fish in a secluded cove or channel during the fishing season.
www.bellsalaska.com /prince_rupert.html   (1361 words)

  
  Prince Rupert
, inc 1910, is situated on Kaien Island, at the mouth of the SKEENA RIVER in the COAST MOUNTAIN Range of British Columbia, 724 km west of PRINCE GEORGE.
The western terminus of the Yellowhead Trans-Canada Highway and, as a seaport, a link between the lower United States, Vancouver and Alaska, it is the industrial, commercial and institutional centre for BC's NORTHWEST COAST.
Kaien Island was once the meeting place of the TSIMSHIAN and HAIDA and the city has preserved numerous relics of its native past.
www.thecanadianencyclopedia.com /PrinterFriendly.cfm?ArticleId=A0006489   (441 words)

  
 Sightseeing & Tour Guide - BritishColumbia.com
Hemlock House is a coastal heritage building on Swanson island in Johnstone Strait.
Island Adventure Tours is a full-service adventure and eco-tour center.
Share the adventure of the BC North Coast and savour the memorable experience of spectacular sights in nature; breaching humpback whales, Killer whales feeding on salmon, or grizzly bears in the 45,000-hectare Khutzeymateen Grizzly Bear Sanctuary.
sechelt.com /sightseeing/results.asp?interest=20   (373 words)

  
 Recreation Guide - BritishColumbia.com
Multi-day kayaking trips to the Gulf Islands, the central coast of BC, and the Queen Charlotte Islands; Sailing and coastal exploration of the central coast, the Queen Charlotte Islands, and Alaska; Whale watching in Johnstone Strait; Grizzly and Spirit bear viewing, and canoeing on the Bowron Lakes in the Cariboo.
Share the adventure of the BC North Coast and savour the memorable experience of spectacular sights in nature; breaching humpback whales, Killer whales feeding on salmon, or grizzly bears in the 45,000-hectare Khutzeymateen Grizzly Bear Sanctuary.
Also spectacular sunset cruises and exploration around Kaien Island.
www.britishcolumbia.com /recreation/results.asp?interest=111   (536 words)

  
 SailBlogs Gallery :: British Columbia, Canada   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
Kaien in the Strait of Georgia British Columbia 2003
Kaien and ici at Gambier Island British Columbia 2003
Kaien at Shelter Island Marina on the Frazier River in British Columbia prior to departure for San Francisco
www.sailblogs.com /gallery/album36   (153 words)

  
 Gyedmlaxskiik Fishing Charters - About the Prince Rupert Area   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
Each island is encircled by rocks, reefs, sandbars, especially to the south of Chatham Sound at the mouth of the Skeena River.
The islands in this area all seem to be joined together at low tide.
Across from the mouth of the Skeena River are Kennedy Island, Porcher Island and Stevens Islands.
www.gyedmlaxskiikcharters.com /pages/area.php   (148 words)

  
 Up in The Air: "Rupert Radio, Thunderbird 929"   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
When nothing could be found on Kaien Island, the island Prince Rupert sits on, they decided on Digby Island, just five miles West of the town.
It was 1961 when the Prince Rupert / Digby Island airport was given an operating license and opened for scheduled flights.
One quick van ride, and a boat ride, and we were standing on Kaien Island and the waterfront at Prince Rupert.
lostav8r.blogspot.com /2006/03/rupert-radio-thunderbird-929.html   (900 words)

  
 Prince Rupert : Organized Tours | Frommers.com
Tiny Pike Island (Laxspa'aws) is 9km (5 1/2 miles) from Prince Rupert in Venn Passage, and is at the center of a rich archaeological area that was once one of the most densely populated regions in pre-Contact Native America.
Although none have been excavated, guides point out the house depressions in the forest floor and discuss the midden deposits, the shellfish and bone piles that were essentially the garbage pits of these prehistoric people.
The trails on the island are not difficult, but are not wheelchair accessible.
www.frommers.com /destinations/princerupert/1270010019.html   (681 words)

  
 Tourism BC | Prince Rupert
Lakes, mountains, islands and fjords contribute to the texture and drama of the scenery in the area, which is the ancestral homeland of the Tsimshian Nation.
The city is actually located on Kaien Island, which is connected to the mainland by a small bridge.
It is also the arrival and departure point for BC Ferries sailings from and to the Queen Charlotte Islands, as well as for the Alaska Marine Highway's ferry service to various Alaskan communities.
www.hellobc.com /en-CA/RegionsCities/PrinceRupert.htm   (200 words)

  
 Pike Island Tours - ... - sanibelisland.1newsonline.info   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
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 Untitled Document
Trips available include bush pilot tours to remote native villages, logging camps and fishing lodges, Kaien Island, Khutzeymateen Valley and Cambria Icefield flightseeing excursions and flights into Ketchikan, Alaska.
Harbour tours, archaeological tours, Kaien Island circle tours through Butze Rapids, and historical tours of the lower Skeena River are all great options for those looking to get out on the water and still learn a little about the Prince Rupert area.
For those who just want to get away, trips can also be arranged to some of the outlying islands (possibly for a beach barbecue) or to area hot springs.
www.kinnikcamp.com /tours.htm   (244 words)

  
 Prince Rupert, British Columbia, Canada
Prince Rupert, B.C. is a small wilderness community located on Kaien Island situated on the northern coastline of British Columbia, Canada overlooking Hecate Strait and Chatham Sound of the Pacific Ocean.
Connected by a bridge, separated by the Morse and Wainwright Basin to the south, Prince Rupert is a wilderness adventure gateway on both land and sea.
The popular travel destination is connected to Port Hardy on Vancouver Island (16-18 Hrs) and the Queen Charlotte Islands (6-8 Hrs) and Alaska by the BC Ferries.
www.northbceh.com /rupert   (374 words)

  
 Tourism Prince Rupert - Tours and Recreation
Laxspa'aws/Pike Island Guided Tours: Explore key features of this long-inhabited island as you visit the remains of 1800 year old village sites and examine petroglyphs.
Boat Tours: See the community from a different angle with a harbour tour and the Kaien Island Circle Tour.
Flightseeing Tours: Ride with a bush pilot to remote coastal villages, around Kaien Island, to the Khutzeymateen Valley, Cambria Icefields, or Ketchikan, Alaska.
www.tourismprincerupert.com /toursandrecreation   (270 words)

  
 Creative Systems   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
Only a short bridge lets folks know that Prince Rupert is on an Island called Kaien Island.
Many visitors are unaware we live on an Island even after crossing the Bridge.
This Hospital sits on top of the City and is a dominent feature of Kaien Island and the community.
www.kaien.net /m_11.asp   (455 words)

  
 DX News Letter 1437 June 9, 2005
BAHAMAS, C6, NA-080 John, WZ8D, is working as C6AIE from Abaco Island (NA-080) mainly on 50.260 MHz in WSJT from Jun 9-23.
CANADA, VE, NA-061 VE7JZ is QRV from Kaien Island (NA-061) until Jun 10.
TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS, VP5, NA-002 Bob, VP5/K7LAY, and his son Harry, VP5/K7LAZ, will be QRV mostly in CW on all bands from Caicos (NA-002) from Jun 12-24.
www.ng3k.com /Dxnl/2005/dxnl1437.html   (451 words)

  
 Our School Name   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
Lax Kxeen, pronounced Lach Hain, is from the Tsimshian Language, Sm'algyax, and means "on Kaien", refering to Kaien Island.
In the past, there were winter villages and summer fishing camps around Tuck Inlet, Kaien Isand and the surrounding area.
All students, staff, and guests were presented with a full-sized copy of the print.
www.sd52.bc.ca /laxkxeen/bear/bear.html   (146 words)

  
 NCL Shore Excursions
This guided tour takes you to a pristine coastal rainforest island on the traditional lands of the Tsimshian people.
Here in the heart of Tsimshian territory, you will learn some traditional uses for the lush local plant life and view some ancient rock art and village sites.
The tour of the island concludes at the hand-built solid cedar Traditional Longhouse, complete with a center fire-pit, vented roof, lots of seating and a cedar deck with a beautiful view.
www.uk.ncl.com /shorex/alaska/prince_rupert.htm   (2112 words)

  
 BCGNIS Geographical Name Details   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
Prince Rupert Harbour, N. of Kaien Island, Range 5 Coast Land District
Had been labelled "Anderson Island" on 1905 map "Lima Harbour & Tsimpsean Peninsula: Western Terminus of Grand Trunk Pacific", by J.Fred Ritchie, PLS, DLS.
Also known or labelled "Bacon Island" likely referring to GTP harbour engineer J.H.Bacon, in charge of building wharves at Prince Rupert (no map or document cited, but note that Bacon Cove is nearby); also known as "Pig Island" possibly a misinterpretation of the significance of "Bacon" (no map or document cited).
srmwww.gov.bc.ca /bcgn-bin/bcg10?name=35534   (191 words)

  
 Birth Of A City: Prince Rupert to 1914 by Sue Harper Rowse (Book) in
Carved from the wilderness, it was envisioned in 1905 by Charles Hays,Manager of the Grand Trunk Pacific Railway that this northern BC city would rival that of Vancouver in just a few short years.
From the first landing of surveyors on the shores of Kaien Island, to the construction of the Grand Trunk Pacific Railway,"Knoxville" wars, building of the townsite on "stilts and planks", development of a huge fishing industry and port.
This volume leads you through an era of human struggle, determination and dreams of what the future could bring.
www.lulu.com /content/162716   (221 words)

  
 IOTA Activity for:
ZD8Z -- Jim (N6TJ), will be active from Ascension Island, including during the CQ WPX SSB Contest.
VE7JZ -- John is currently active from Kaien Island.
The trip is focused on surfing and activity will center around the times posted on http://n6iz.com.
www.islandchaser.com /cgi-bin/webcal/showday.pl?20050331   (327 words)

  
 Welcome to
We are located in Prince Rupert (The City of Rainbows), which is situated on Kaien Island along the northcoast of British Columbia, Canada.
Close to the Alaskan border, Prince Rupert is surrounded by lush wilderness and breathtaking scenery.
Click here to see an aerial photograph of Prince Rupert and Kaien Island.
www.citytel.net /pineridge/us.htm   (67 words)

  
 Travel In BC - British Columbia Canada - Accommodations Prince Rupert
Prince Rupert accommodations give visitors a chance to explore this city located on Kaien Island on the Skeena River, 730 kilometers east of Prince George on the Yellowhead Highway.
Prince Rupert is small town with big city amenities: fine stores and restaurants, a performing arts center, swimming pool, golf course, racquet courts and an outstanding civic centre with gymnasium and arena.
BC Ferries operates a service to Port Hardy on Vancouver Island and the Alaska Marine Highway provides transportation to Alaska.
quokkatraveltools.nucleus.com /travelinbcvision/PrinceRupert.cfm   (240 words)

  
 Albacore II Charters Location
Situated on Kaien Island, the city is surrounded by ocean, rainforest and mountains.
Via Rail offers regular daylight only service aboard the Skeena between Rupert and Jasper with an overnight stop in Prince George three times a week.
The BC Ferry Corporation sails every other day from Port Hardy on Vancouver Island.
www.seatreks.ca /location.htm   (286 words)

  
 Kaien Island Community Networking Society - PovNet
Location: Povnet > Kaien Island Community Networking Society
Provide citizens with information regarding new Adult Guardianship Legisiation, and Path(Positive Alternative Tomorrow's with Hope) facilitation
Kaien Island Community Networking Society has been around since Dec 12, 2001 before that we were called Kaien Island Association For Community Living.
www2.povnet.org /kicns   (123 words)

  
 Welcome to Reel Easy Fishing Charters
Reel Easy Charters offers excellent fishing charters available on beautiful Kaien Island aboard the 36 foot pleasure craft, the Edith Marie.
Her captain, Louis Mills, has spent 10 years as a fully licensed charter-fishing guide, and has 25 years fishing experience on local waters.
Reel Easy Fishing Charters is fully insured, and safe to bring your entire family!
www.reel-easy.netfirms.com /about.html   (129 words)

  
 Kaien Enviromental Constraints 8-98   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
Note the oldfield slide and slides on Wantage Road going up mountain
Kaien Island is a good illustration of the problems encountered in NorthCoast Rainforests.
Recent glaciation has stripped away much of the soil.
www.princerupert.com /nature/kaien-env.htm   (104 words)

  
 North West Development Corridor - Regions - British Columbia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
Development of $20 million liquid sulphur shipping facility at Ridley Island with a capacity of over 1 million tonnes annually
Iron ore conversion plant on Ridley Island, to use 1.8-million tonnes of imported ore and convert into 1.2-million tonnes of iron pellets for export, $300-million
Port expansion opportunities with 400 hectares of serviced industrial lands on Ridley Island and Kaien Island
www.nwcorridor.com /bc/princerupert_mpa.html   (440 words)

  
 HighBeam Encyclopedia - Prince Rupert   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
16,620), W British Columbia, Canada, on Kaien Island, in Chatham Sound near the mouth of the Skeena River, S of the Alaska border.
A railroad and highway terminus and an ice-free port, it serves the mining, lumber, and agricultural areas of central and W British Columbia.
More information is at your fingertips at HighBeam Research:
www.encyclopedia.com /html/P/PrinceR1u.asp   (281 words)

  
 Prince Rupert Northwest British Columbia business directory and tourism information
Prince Rupert is the gathering place for all the outlying communities.
We are located on Kaien Island where the Skeena River joins the Pacific Ocean.
Come and see our impressive coastal scenery and enjoy friendly city service.
www.geocastle.com /rupert   (89 words)

  
 Timber & Wood Products Manufacturers and Suppliers - Kaien Island Fibre Ltd.
Timber & Wood Products Manufacturers and Suppliers - Kaien Island Fibre Ltd.
We are a custom chipping facility and Log sort.
Non member or free member pls click here.
www.globalwood.org /company/mgodetail.asp?id=6518   (71 words)

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