Coastal Naturalists Return On BC Ferries

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COASTAL NATURALISTS
 RETURN TO FERRIES 
FOR THE SUMMER

VICTORIA – BC Ferries and Parks Canada are teaming up once again to provide travellers the opportunity to discover the world beneath the waves with the return of the Coastal Naturalist program. Over 175,000 customers participated in the onboard presentations last summer, which are interesting and educational for people of all ages.

Nine Coastal Naturalists will provide 20-minute presentations to inform and inspire passengers about a wide variety of subjects, including Parks Canada’s incredible places to visit.

This year’s fun, interactive presentations will reveal exciting insights about B.C.’s unique wildlife and marine life; coastal, nautical and cultural history; and hear stories that connect passengers to Parks Canada’s extraordinary places.

“Over a million customers have been entertained by this enlightening program for eight years now, which has become part of the travel experience with BC Ferries for many families travelling on their summer holidays,” said Corrine Storey, BC Ferries’ Vice President of Customer Services. “Parks Canada is thrilled to join BC Ferries in bringing the stories of our treasured places to life,” said Helen Davies, Parks Canada Supt. for Coastal BC.

“BC Ferries connects people to our places, and we truly value the opportunity to inspire the discovery of our parks and sites with BC Ferries customers through this great collaboration.”

The Coastal Naturalists will be onboard the Tsawwassen – Swartz Bay and Horseshoe Bay – Departure Bay route on select sailings from Wednesday, June 26 through Monday, September 2. For schedule details, visit www.bcferries.com.