Category Archives: Social Activities

Nootka Sound Cruise

A fabulous day cruising on the Uchuck boat… 18 Probus members drove to Gold River on Mon, Aug 26, and thankfully it only rained that day. On Tuesday, under beautiful sunny skies, we departed at 9 a.m. on the Uchuck … Continue reading

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Sail to the Symphony June 29th

Eighteen Probus members travelled to Comox on Saturday, where we caught the ferry to Powell River. We were entertained by fiddlers on the boat, then we travelled by bus to the theatre where we enjoyed a lovely buffet lunch. The … Continue reading

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Attention Happy Hour Attendees Oct. 5

  Happy Hour at the Nanoose Bay Cafe Thurs. Oct 5,  3 – 5 p.m.   Here is a link to the Happy Hour Menu https://www.nanoosebaycafe.com/happy-hour though ppl can order off the ‘All Day Menu’ as well. Happy Hour includes … Continue reading

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Fantastic Float

          Seven probus members took to the head waters of the Cowichan River at Lake Cowichan on Monday, August 28th.  The Tube Shack staff were very helpful and there was a choice of tubes to choose from. … Continue reading

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Saturna Island-Sage Hayward Winery Trip

  On July 21st twelve adventurous Probus members travelled to Mill Bay Marina to catch a water taxi to Saturna Island. The sea was a bit choppy but the weather cooperated and the boat ride took us past Salt Spring … Continue reading

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Probus Summer Picnic July 10 2023

On July 10th 64 Nanoose Bay Probus members celebrated summer at a BBQ in Rathtrevor Park Group Campground. The weather was perfect, and the salads, burgers, and desserts were enjoyed by all. The Social Committee members (Barbara Murray, Fiona Been … Continue reading

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PRISMA

PRISMA – A fabulous day On June 24, eighteen of us ventured to Powell River for the PRISMA symphony. We sailed under sunny skies, were treated to a delicious buffet lunch provided by the VIU Culinary Arts program, and listened … Continue reading

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Rusted Rake Brewery Luncheon March 23rd

Our first Rusted Rake Brewery Luncheon was well attended by 26 members. The back porch was toasty warm, draped in a weatherproof clear plastic, and heated by overhead heaters. There were blankets for all but not needed. The service was very … Continue reading

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Squamish Eagle Education and Viewing Trip Jan. 9 – 11, 2023

After the Christmas lights came down and a new year began it was time to get out and learn all about eagles living along the rivers in the Squamish Valley. We were a hardy group of 12 Probus members who … Continue reading

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Christmas Party at Tigh Na Mara 2022

Our second Christmas Party at Tigh Na Mara was a lovely event, with good food, good company, and a great DJ who kept us up on the floor dancing til the wee hours {well past 11). Thanks to the Christmas … Continue reading

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