Saturna Island
Water Taxi Schedules
Music + Events
Saturday • June 21
Saturday Market | Singer-Songwriter
11am - 12:30pm - Madison Olsen & Band
Enjoy a coffee on the wrap-around deck of the Saturna General Store or stroll the Saturna Saturday Market, serenaded by vocalist & composer Madison Olsen (Tsartlip First Nation, W̱SÁNEĆ) and band.
Co-sponsored by National Indigenous Peoples Weekend
Saturday Market | Indigenous Peoples Day
10am - 1pm - Parks Canada
Learn with Parks Canada Interpretors about “The Meaning of Calling Plants Your Relatives,” with Sarah Jim’s art on signage co-developed with W̱SÁNEĆ Knowledge Holders, Indigenous stewardship of Garry Oak & Camas ecosystems, the QENTOL,YEN Marine Guardians, and upcoming Coast Salish events/volunteer opportunities. The Boot Cove Bookstore across the street will also open for the event.
Community Hall | Musical Marathon!
8am - 8pm - Joyce Kelly & friends
“88 Keys for Charlie” is a non-stop musical madness fundraising jam session for Charlie, our community’s new-to-us baby grand piano. Open to all! Drop in anytime to listen, sing, dance and play! …just steps away from the dock.
Feral Goat Bistro | Vineyard Serenade
2pm - 4pm - MO & Andy
Vocalist, Madison Olsen features songs by Adele, Billie Eilish and others including some original tunes. Accompanied on piano by Andy Sloniowski, a finalist in Canada's Got Talent, this will be a magical afternoon amongst the vines.
Sunday • June 22
East Point | ḰENES SOȽ Whale Trail
11am - 12pm - Gulf Islands National Park Reserve
Take a beautiful coastal hike with Parks interpreters to a hand-crank the audio display, narrated by Tiffany Joseph, that describes the cultural connection between the W̱SÁNEĆ People and orcas, considered family and protectors. At the viewpoint, relax on two cedar benches carved by W̱SÁNEĆ artist Bear Horne and check out drawings created by Tsawout artist Iswalh Peters. Look for whales!
FAB at East Point | Outdoor Music
12pm - 2pm - David Osborne & Tex McLeod
Bring a picnic and join local musicians the FAB (Fog Alarm Building) at East Point Park for a special afternoon concert in one of the wildest, most stunning natural settings in the Southern Gulf Islands.
Concert co-sponsored by the Saturna Heritage Centre
Dee’s Dairy Bar | Acoustic Vibes
4pm - 5pm - Sheila McQueen & David Hoitink
Local talent will liven up the Lyall Harbour business area, where you can sample the brand-new ice-cream shop and peruse Kinspoke Collective for some great souvenirs before catching the Tour des Iles boat home.
Community Hall | Music Marathon Continues!
8am - 8pm - Joyce Kelly & friends
Drop-in throughout the day to listen, sing, dance and play! …make new connections & share in this musical extravaganza. Giambori the virtuoso piano, viola duo from Mayne Island will make a late afternoon appearance!
Saturna Must Sees!
On Foot
1 • Lyall Harbour
Kayak Rentals
Sat / Sun 9 am to 9 pm
Kayak Skills Saturna is a family owned and operated sea kayaking company that loves to kayak the Southern Gulf Islands!
PRISM Art Gallery
Sat/Sun 11am - 5pm
A lovely spot on a magical island showcases original paintings during the summer.
Dee’s Dairy Bar
Sat / Sun 8:30am - 4pm
Serving hot dogs and delicious high-quality soft serve ice cream from Foothills Creamery. Local artisanal products for sale.
Lighthouse Pub
Sat / Sun 12pm - 8pm
The best day and evening views, food and drink in the Southern Gulf Islands located next to the Lyall Harbour Dock!
2 • East Point Road
Dreamscapes Studio
Sat open at the Market!
Sun 12 - 5pm
Donna-Fay Digance is a contemporary art quilter, who lives and works on Saturna Island, BC. Themes are influenced by her natural surroundings as imagery is an integral part of her designs.
3 • Saturna General Store
General Store
Sat / Sun 9am - 6pm
Iconic Island General Store. Organic and ethnic, fresh produce-local in season, liquor store, deli, post office, café, ice, pet food, hardware, garden supplies, gluten-free, penny candy, newspapers and locally made Haggis Farm Bakery goods!
Saturday Market
Sat 10am - 1pm
Something for everyone: Preserves, organic local produce, books, gifts, crafts, artwork, wondrous creations and more located in the parking lot at the Saturna General Store.
Kinspoke Collective
Sat/Sun 11am - 5pm
Handcrafted goods and bespoke services for living slow in a fast life.
By Bike
Route 1
Winter Cove Park (5 km each way)
The quiet cove looks over a farm on nearby Samuel Island. Backed by forested Douglas fir upland, open meadows and a salt marsh, this sheltered cove is a popular day use area and is a great place for a picnic.
East Point Park (30 km round-trip)
Part of East Point Park, the trail takes you along the eastern edge of the island to East Point. It’s a relatively easy walk, with a gentle slope and well-maintained path. At the end of the trail, you will reach the easternmost point of Saturna Island. From here, you can see across the Strait of Georgia and watch for whales, seals, and other marine life. As part of The Whale Trail, it’s not-to-be missed.
Route 2
Narvaez Bay (5 km each way)
The beautiful bay surrounded by Douglas Fir is a great place to go for a hike and enjoy a picnic. There are a few different (moderate to difficult) trails to explore. The main trail leads you down to the shoreline and takes about half an hour (one way).
Route 3
Wharburton Pike (5 km each way and 400 m elevation)
Mount Warburton Pike is the highest peak on Saturna Island, with an elevation of 401m. The Brown Ridge trail that spans its south-facing slope is 6.0km out-and-back and is a challenging hike, with steep inclines and rocky terrain. The views from the top are breathtaking, and on a clear day, you can see as far as Mount Baker in Washington State. Watch for the feral goats that call this hillside home.
Saturna EcoBikes
Offering E-bike rentals from Arbutus Campground. Canadian-built bikes charged with renewable solar energy.
Bringing or renting a bicycle? Check out this article for more ideas, overnight options and second day adventures.
Join us on June 21st & 22nd
By Car
Saturna Lions' volunteer drivers will provide transport to Saturday Market on June 21 and to East Point on June 22.
If there's capacity, drivers will also offer transport to Sage Hayward Winery.
Text 250-221-0011 to request a free ride.
Drivers will meet boat passengers at the dock. You can also request car transport by texting Robin at the number above.
Our Relatives, the Islands
The Southern Gulf Islands have a rich Indigenous history, which means each of the five islands have been spoken to or about in several languages long before English or written letters existed.
Let us treat these islands as our relatives and learn about the places we live in or visit. The Southern Gulf Islands Tourism Partnership has put together a list of place names in SENĆOŦEN and Hul’q’umi’num’.
Is where you’re standing right now on the list?