About the Campbell River Salmon Festival
Join Cultural Connections as we head north to Campbell River for the 2019 Salmon Festival! With the main industries of Northern Vancouver Island being forestry and fishing - this festival is a tribute to them. The “Logger Sports” event (a heritage sport) depicts the past and present logging practices through entertaining competitions between loggers and is presently one of the largest in Canada for prize money and number of events. Campbell River Salmon Festival is proud to bring back the Highland Gathering to Campbell River and is hoping it will become an annual event at Salmon Fest. This exciting event will run in conjunction with the popular Logging Sports and will consist of Piping & Drumming Competitions, Dance Competitions and Heavy Games.
In keeping with the name, the Salmon Festival will have a Salmon BBQ where festival goers can enjoy a delicious salmon lunch or supper. There will also be booths and displays with a marine theme. With plenty to keep us busy - it will be a delightful way to learn something new and undoubtedly have plenty of laughs!
What to wear
- Appropriate clothing for the weather
- Appropriate footwear for the weather and walking
What to Bring:
- Umbrella or rain coat (in case it rains)
- Water bottle
- Snacks & Lunch (or money for food)
- Sunscreen
- Hat
- A backpack to carry all your items
Meeting Location:
VIU Building 255 - Main Lobby (Second Floor)
Policies, Health & Safety
We have an ongoing commitment to ensure the safety and quality of our trips, with trained and responsible student leaders, staff and community partners. Before you sign-up, please check out our policies & procedures for more information about how to prepare for a trip, as well as our cancellation policy.
How to Sign Up
Our activities are available to all current VIU Students. Sign up with us in person in Building 255.
You will need to have your:
- Student card,
- Proof of medical insurance (BC Care Card or Guard.me Insurance Policy)
- Payment (cash is currently the only method of payment for activities)
Hours & Locations for Signing Up with us:
Faculty of International Education Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 4 pm in Building 255, Second Floor Reception.
Lunchtime Activity Sign Up Booth Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12 pm – 1 pm in Building 255 - First Floor International Commons.
Waiver Form
Please read our general waiver form for VIU group activities in the attachment section below. All participants are required to read and sign the waiver before the start of the trip. We will provide a paper copy for you to read through again and sign the morning of the trip.
Contact
Kelsey Moon, Activity Program Coordinator
phone: 250-753-3245, Ext. 2737
e-mail: kelsey.moon@viu.ca
Attachments
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| VIU Cultural Connections Waiver | 297.5 KB |