Discover locals love for the Alberni Valley Explorer

Port Alberni, the community with a heart, and if you drive around town, it’s easy to see why. Hearts have started popping up around local trails and in the front windows of houses all across town. 

Our mission at the Valley Vibe is to share why we love where we live, and our community is at the heart of that mission. We are so blessed to live in such a beautiful and lush environment and community.

Spending time outside, doing what we do best by enjoying our beautiful slice of heaven, the people of Port Alberni know how to keep busy. We’re building gardens, exploring local trails, relaxing by the river, or climbing mountains. We’re had time over the last few months to try new things, learn new skills, slow down and appreciate everything around us. 

Exciting things are happening around town, the Rotary Club built a beautiful covered viewing dock at Victoria Quay, perfect to sit and watch the sunset and wildlife. The Alberni Valley Museum has set up an online shop where you can purchase books, board games, and playing cards so you can continue learning about the Valley in a fun way. The small businesses that keep Port Alberni going have shown us that anything is possible, and over the last few months they have continued serving the community. We have many different shopping areas in our community depending on what you're looking for, and no matter where you shop you will be greeted with a very unique and friendly experience. 

The Summer 2020 edition of the Valley Vibe hopes to inspire you to look for the positives, everywhere you go in our beautiful community. We are always grateful for the amazing town of Port Alberni and the exceptional members of our community. You, the people, are what makes this town amazing. 

Summer in our Valley is the most amazing time of year to be an “Alberni(an)” from the hot summer days, to the central island living with amazing vacation spots just around the corner. From a quick trip to Sproat Lake for an afternoon swim, or a full day trip to the Westcoast, we live in one of the best spots on Vancouver Island. Port Alberni is the community you’ll find tucked away behind the tree covered mountains, surrounded by walking trails, and just a 15 minute drive in either direction to a beautiful water spot. We would love to hear from you; share with us what your favorite part about summer in the Alberni Valley, tag @valleyvibe.