Protection Island (Nanaimo) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Protection Island
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 Protection Island
Location in British Columbia
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Protection Island is a small, friendly island located just a short distance from Nanaimo, British Columbia, in Canada. It's about 1.5 kilometers (less than a mile) northeast of downtown Nanaimo. This unique island is known for its relaxed atmosphere and how people get around.
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Getting Around Protection Island
Life on Protection Island is a bit different because there are no paved roads. This means that cars are not the main way people travel.
Island Transportation
Many residents use golf carts to move around the island. It's a fun and easy way to get to different places. Some people do have cars, but walking is also very popular. It's a great way to enjoy the island's natural beauty.
Daily Life and Travel
Locals often use wheelbarrows to carry their groceries from the community dock to their homes. This shows how close-knit and unique the island community is. To reach the island, people can use their own boats. There is also a small, private ferry service that connects the island to Nanaimo. Some residents even choose to commute by kayak or rowboat, enjoying the water on their way.
Images for kids
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The Dinghy Dock Pub and ferry terminal on Protection Island, Nanaimo.
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The historic Gallows Point Lightkeeper's Cottage.
