Steveston, BC Much to offer

On a recent trip to Vancouver to visit my sister and partake in a few crafty classes, we found time for a visit to explore the hustle and bustle of Steveston BC.   As we were staying in Richmond, Steveston Village was just a short drive Southwest.  Because this quaint little fishing village is part of Richmond  it's hard to find the population.  It is an attraction though to both tourists and residents.

The many shops along the pier are unique and what a tourist would expect to see but there is so much more. Steveston has their own magazine that list all they have to offer.  It tells of all upcoming events happening as well as provides information on local businesses. 
http://issuu.com/pallamedia/docs/steveston_insider_aug1_2013__online/31?e=0 


Having all this within a few steps of the pier is wonderful and creates an atmosphere of excitement that is hard to explain.  What adds to the excitement is the fisherman docking at the pier and putting out their signs for the sale of the days catch.

This was not my first time at Steveston.    When visiting three years ago, my sister took me there for dinner which was the beginning of my love affair with this waterfront community.  We managed to get there twice this year  fitting in dinner both times at Sockeye City.   The service and food were excellent and it offered an unbelievable view.    There is something about eating fresh fish on the boardwalk and watching the workers come in from the day at sea.  Looking past the docks from where we sat we could see the many ships travelling by as well as tug boats towing containers of saw dust.

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After enjoying a fabulous meal,  a walk along the pier is a fitting way to end the day. Gazing into boats and the smell of fresh fish and sometimes the scent of what was left over after cleaning the fish is evidence of the hard work that they do to provide their customers with a taste of the sea.

What is most inspiring about Steveston Village though is the fabulous sunsets,  Watching the sun disappear  in the horizon behind the fishing boats in a fiery ball of colour has been embedded in my memory.   Whenever the need to visit this thriving community arises,  I just close my eyes and envision the picturesque Steveston Harbour.

Until we meet again....