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The Upper Sunshine Coast, where Powell River is located, is a blend of majestic coastal range, numerous forested islands, and seascapes and history. Powell River is world-renowned as the `hot spot` for scuba diving, with 19 dive sites in the immediate vicinity. Fishing, both commercial and sport, also plays a predominant role in the community. Cruising and world class salmon fishing are ardently pursued year-round. Hikers, naturalists, fishermen and photographers will find vast areas for exploration.  Historians will want to stop and the museum at Willingdon Beach and browse through the historic houses and other buildings that form part of the turn of century architecture in the Townsite. Nearby Texada Island, Lund and Desolation Sound also provide spectacular scenery plus a wealth of recreational activities including clam digging, fishing, rock hunting, oyster picking or bird watching while offering other sites and facilities such as craft shops, boat mooring and lodges. Powell River is a year-round sea-to-mountain recreation area. The community boasts a first class recreation centre, an 18-hole championship golf course, a curling rink, tennis courts, a 400-metre track, as well as many baseball and soccer fields. The world's finest underwater statue, a 3 metre bronze mermaid, is located in 30 metres of water at Saltery Bay Provincial Park. Stay at, what is sure to be, an exceptional bed and breakfast experience. Hosts look forward to sharing their lifestyle with you and can provide you with personal knowledge and familiarity about local areas for you to explore. You can count on your expectations being surpassed in your home away from home. The safety and security of a small town with the infrastructure of a major city make it an ideal location to work and live or spend your well deserved vacation. Browse through the local shops offering weaving, pottery and carving. Visit the Powell River Historic Townsite, a national historic district where you can find 1910 & 1930`s Westcoast Craftsman style homes and institutional and commercial structures. Explore the Inland Lake Site and Trail System, a 13-km, wheelchair- accessible trail. Also enjoy more than 100 regional dive sites. Visit the Sliammon Fish Hatchery ran by the Sliammon First Nation. And do not forget to visit the Powell River Historic Museum. The community of Powell River lays claim to one of the mildest climates in all of Canada. The area has a moderate average rainfall of between 101 and 135 centimetres (45-53 inches) with an average of 1,400 to 1,900 hours of sunshine. The year round temperature average is 10 degrees Celsius (50 Degrees Fahrenheit). In the summer the temperatures vary from 18- 30 Degrees Celsius (65-90 Degrees Fahrenheit).Known as the dive capital of Canada, located on the Sunshine Coast of the British Columbia mainland.
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