Greater Victoria Sports and Recreation

Greater Victoria Sports and Recreation
Bike and Kayak Rentals
Coastal Cycle & Watersports We are conveniently located on the Old Island Highway next to the Galloping Goose trail. Customer Service is our Number One Priority in Bicycle sales, rentals, service, parts, accessories and Kayak sales, rentals and accessories. (advertiser)
Selkirk Station Bicycle and Kayak Located next to the Selkirk Waters of the Upper Harbour right on the Galloping Goose Trail in Victoria BC. We offer kayak lessons, harbour tours, full day multi sport kayak/cycling tours, bicycle and kayak rentals. (advertiser)
Greater Victoria Golfing Guide
Arbutus Ridge Golf Club A Four Star Golf Digest Rating and was voted the Best Destination Golf Course in British Columbia by readers of Golf Nerve Magazine in 2006.
For a list of golf courses in Greater Victoria and lower Vancouver Island .. click here
Recreation Centres
Bear Mountain Arena Capital Regional Parks G.R. Pearkes Centre Juan De Fuca Recreation Oak Bay Recreation Panorama Recreation	Saanich Recreation Salt Spring Recreation Save on Foods Memorial Centre Sooke Recreation City of Victoria Recreation
Cycling
B C Cycling Rules Cycling benefits the Province’s environment, its economy, the health of its people and society at large. It is the goal of the Ministry to integrate bicycling by providing safe, accessible and convenient bicycle facilities and encourage cycling. BC Road Reports To find the latest reported conditions for highways in British Columbia. Bike Sense BikeSense has been written and reviewed by professional cycling skills instructors, cycling advocacy organizations, bicycle trained police officers and provincial authorities responsible for making and interpreting our traffic laws. Capital Bike & Walk Society Capital Bike and Walks mission is to provide expert advice on infrastructure, programs and strategies to support the choice for cycling and walking. Capital Region Parks Protects and manages more than 10,000 hectares of spectacular and easily accessible neutral areas in 29 regional parks and trail son Southern Vancouver Island and Gulf Islands. Cycling Tours in Saanich The Saanich Bicycle Touring Route circumnavigates the Municipality of Saanich. Wherever possible, it follows the Galloping Goose or Lochside Trails, elsewhere it uses rural or residential roads. Galloping Goose and Lochside Regional Trail You can travel on the 55-kilometre Galloping Goose Regional Trail and Lochside Trail; from the BC Ferries near Sidney BC to downtown Victoria BC or out Sooke BC, and beyond. Victoria BMX The Greater Victoria BMX track is located beside the Elbowroom at the Juan De Fuca Recreation Centre in Colwood. Perfect for riders of all levels.
Swimming Pools
Commonwealth Pool Crystal Pool Esquimalt Recreation Centre Gordon Head Centre	Juan De Fuca Recreation Oak Bay Pool Panorama Centre Sooke Pool
Whale Watching and Island Fishing
Greater Victoria and Island Fishing \| Island Boat Charters \| Whale Watching
Sports Leagues
BC Lacrosse Cedar Hill Squash Club Greater Victoria Minor Baseball Little League Victoria Lower Island Women's Soccer Pacificsport.com Rebels Football Salsa Jr Hockey Sport BC South Island Minor Fastpitch Softball	Vancouver Is Women's Hockey Vancouver Is Men's Soccer Victoria Cougars Victoria Salmon Kings Victoria Jr. Shamrocks Victoria Lions Australian Rules Victoria & Dist Baseball Assoc Western Hockey League West Coast Rowing
Recreational Clubs and Sporting Groups
B C Field Ornithologists Keen birders and dedicated ornithologists formed BCFO in 1991. The purposes of the Society are the study and enjoyment of wild birds in BC. Barn Stormers Flyball Saanich Peninsula. We aim to enjoy the sport of Flyball in a safe and friendly manner, and we try to accommodate all breeds of dogs. Birding Victoria An Online Birding and Naturalist Resource for Greater Victoria & Southern Vancouver Island featuring birder's newsgroups, forum discussions, articles and reviews, checklists, regional hotspots, and visiting birder information. Citizen Canine Alliance of individuals and organizations working to promote and protect the interests of the dog-owning community of Greater Victoria. Darts Victoria A cooperative of three major dart leagues in Greater Victoria: Capital City Men’s Dart Association Victoria Women’s Dart League Victoria Mixed Tactics League These leagues collectively represent over 600 men and women dart players in the capital region. Royal Astronomical Society of Canada (Victoria) Dedicated to bringing information about astronomy to the general public. Open to everyone with an interest in astronomy. Membership in the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada does not require any knowledge of astronomy. We enjoy helping beginners! Victoria Bowman Archery in Victoria BC one of Canada's oldest and most distinguished archery clubs. South Vancouver Island Classics' Soccer Association A recreational soccer league on south Vancouver Island, comprised of a number of over 40's and over 50's soccer teams. Victoria City Rowing The Victoria City Rowing Club is a non-profit society located on the shores of Elk Lake just north of Victoria. The club offers rowing programs for all ages and abilities. Victoria Cricket The V.D.C.A. together with the Beacon Hill Cricket Society is committed to Victoria cricket, by raising the profile and standard of the game and expand the junior development program, also encouraging spectators and to learn the game. Victoria Golf Courses A complete list on Golf Courses in the Greater Victoria areca. Vancouver Island Caves The caves of Vancouver Island are comparatively well developed due to high rainfall, dense vegetation, soil cover, and mountainous topography. Vancouver Island is rich in caves, with more than 1,000 recorded and is referred to as the "Island of Caves". Victoria Natural History The Victoria Natural History Society is a registered charity that is run by its volunteer members who have developed their interest in natural history.
Greater Victoria Parks
British Columbia Parks .. Park finder, User Fees, Reservations services. Capital Regional Parks .. Over 30 parks for your outdoors enjoyment. Saanich Parks ... Discover the splendour of natural surroundings. Juan de Fuca Trail .. Offers hiking, marine and wildlife viewing.
Skiing Vancouver Island BC
Vancouver Island Skiing .. Mount Washington Alpine Resort, Mt. Arrowsmith, Mt Cain. BC Ski Conditions .. Current Ski conditions on your ski hill.
Running and Hiking Greater Victoria
Affiliated Running Clubs A list of running clubs throughout British Columbia a service provided by BC Athletics. Club Tread An outdoor recreation club in Victoria, BC. Activities include: hiking, cycling, backpacking, kayaking, camping, cross-country skiing, downhill skiing, walking, and social events. Galloping Goose and Lochside Trail You can travel on the 55-kilometre Galloping Goose Regional Trail and Lochside Trail; from the BC Ferries near Sidney BC to downtown Victoria BC or out to Sooke BC, and beyond. Island Road Racers We are a group of dedicated runners committed to working together to provide support and encouragement to individuals who want to run. Juan De Fuca Trail The Juan de Fuca Marine Trail is ideal for day hikes. Hikers who lack the experience and equipment for overnight hikes can travel light and explore more on day excursions. You can complete the entire 47 kilometres trail in four or five day-hikes. Outdoor Club of Victoria An adult hiking club, schedule hikes every weekend and camp outs on long weekends and in the summer. Our hikes are mostly in the Greater Victoria area on Vancouver Island. Pacific Athletics A high performance distance running club that includes many present and past UVic runners. Peninsula Plodders A Running and Triathlon Club Sidney and Victoria BC. Prairie Inn Harriers Encouraging and supporting the development of public participation in running for fitness and health. Trans Canada Trail A non-profit, registered charity organization, whose primary purpose is to raise funds to build a recreational trail that wind its way through every province and territory in Canada. Victoria Orienteering Club Orienteering is an organized activity involving cross-country navigation by foot over unknown terrain, using a map and a compass. West Coast Trail Open May 1st to September 30th. You can complete the difficult and physically demanding 77 Kilometre west coast trail in five to seven days.
Walking for Health
Highway to Health is an on-line activity tracker that allows you to log-on to your own personal website, enter your daily steps and/or activity minutes and then watch yourself travel up a virtual map of Vancouver Island! Steps can be earned by participating in many activities! All participants are eligible to win a ton of great prizes in selected contests indicated on the map along the way! The more steps you take, the more chances to win! It takes approximately 6 months to complete the program and anyone can join. Monitor your progress, receive helpful tips and inspire you to help increasing your physical activity levels.
Tennis Courts
Oak Bay Recreation \| Panorama Recreation \| City of Victoria Tennis Courts \| Saanich Tennis Courts \| Victoria’s Virtual Tennis Club
Scuba Diving
Diving Links ... Artificial Reef Society of BCT A non-profit society based in Vancouver BC. Our mission is to create environmentally and economically-sustainable "artificial reefs" in British Columbia and around the world for the enjoyment of Scuba Divers everywhere. Tide Tables The Tides, Currents, and Water Levels Web Site provides predicted times and heights of high and low waters, and the hourly water levels for over seven hundred stations in Canada. Scubadoc Diving Medicine Diving Medicine is the diagnosis and management of unique problems brought about by the tremendous changes that take place in the diver due to the underwater environment. Vancouver Island Shore Diving Site Map Vancouver Island and environs are internationally recognized as a premiere diving destination. Access to the dive sites is available from numerous communities along the East coast of Vancouver Island from Victoria all the way North to Port Hardy.
Walking Clubs Greater Victoria
Moderate walking for as little as 30 minutes a day can make a big difference in your heath.!
Alpine Club (250) 477-8596	Peninsula Pathfinders (250) 656-0149
Garden City Wanderers (250) 477-5207	Saanich Family Park Tours (250) 475-1775
Garden City Walkers (250) 360-0861	Tuesday Trails (250) 727-5300
Gardener Strolls (250) 744-5341	Victoria Hostel Outdoor Club (250) 380-1861
Cedar Hill Walkers (250) 595-7151	Westcom Walkers (250) 478-7344
Juan De Fuca Ramblers (250) 642-4515	Y-Volkssports (250) 385-8619
Outdoor Club Victoria (250) 920-3893
Greater Victoria Automobile Clubs
Century Toppers Rod & Custom Car Club Phone: (250) 380-1956	Victoria Corvette Club Phone: (250) 595-7810
Early Ford V8 Club Phone: (250) 478-6440	Victoria MG Club Phone: (250) 642-5980
Island Alfa Romeo Club Phone: (250) 744-1830	Victoria Auto Racing Hall of Fame Phone: (250) 652-1303
Island Autocross Championships Phone: (250) 477-8914	Victoria Corvette Club (250) 474-7094
Island Mopars Car Club Phone: (250) 384-6100	Victoria MG Club Phone: (250) 642-5980
Island Vintage T-Bird Club Phone: (250) 655-1602	Victoria Minis Phone:(250) 658-8172
Jaguar Car Club of Victoria Phone: (250) 595-7453	Victoria Motor Sports Club Phone: (250) 655-047
Lions Gate Model A Club Vict chapter Phone: (250) 655-1276	Vintage Car Club of Canada Phone: (250) 652-7907
Miata Club, Vancouver Island Phone: (250) 479-2467	Victoria Volkswagen Club Phone: (250) 383-3295
Old Time Racers Association Phone: (250) 478-1679	Victoria Triumph Owners Group Phone: (250) 216-1511
Torque Masters Car Club of Sidney Phone: (250) 656-7416	WPC Oub VI (Chryster) Phone: (250) 383-2034