Rainy Day on The West Coast

It's raining like madness today.  In fact there is a heavy rainfall warning in effect.  So I guess you should be sure to put on your wetsuit and bring a snorkel if you're heading out of the house today.

 I've got to catch up on some work around the studio so I won't be venturing out for some video documentation but here's a video from a big storm this spring.


In other news we got a press release regarding the upcoming "Hat Trick Edition" of the Tofino Saltwater Classic. Here it is in all its majesty;

The Third Annual Tofino Saltwater Classic Fishing Derby Fundraiser

Set for July 7 – 8, 2012

NHL's Brendan Morrison to Host West Coast Vancouver Island Event

Tofino, British Columbia, Canada, January 3, 2012 – Canadian professional ice hockey centre Brendan Morrison with the Calgary Flames of the National Hockey League today announced that he will again host the Tofino Saltwater Classic Fishing Derby fundraising event to be held for the third consecutive year in Tofino on the west coast of Vancouver Island, British Columbia, from July 7 – 8, 2012.

To date, the Saltwater Classic has raised more than $45,000 to support Tofino community initiatives including the Wickaninnish School Parent Advisory Council’s Healthy Lunch Program, the Tofino General Hospital Foundation, The Tofino Parks and Recreation department and the Tofino Salmon Enhancement Society.

"I’m really pleased that the Saltwater Classic continues to be such a popular and positive event,” said Tofino Saltwater Classic Fishing Derby host, Brendan Morrison. "My family and I look forward to again welcoming anglers from all over the world to the pristine waters around Tofino for this year's derby.”

Open to pre-registered participants, the Tofino Saltwater Classic $250 entry feeincludes a celebratory dinner and silent auction hosted by Brendan Morrison on July 7. Anglers will compete for up to $12,000 in cash prizes awarded in five categories:

• Three largest Chinook salmon
• Largest Coho salmon
• Largest halibut

The remainder of the entry fee proceeds, along with the proceeds from the silent auction, will support a number of Tofino community initiatives.

About the Tofino Saltwater Classic

In its third year, the Tofino Saltwater Classic fishing derby was created by the National Hockey League's (NHL) Brendan Morrison as a fundraiser for Tofino community initiatives. Participant entry forms and other information can befound at www.tofinosaltwaterclassic.com.

About Tofino

Tofino is a year-round travel destination on the rugged west coast of Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada. Bounded by the open Pacific Ocean, Pacific RimNational Park Reserve and the Clayoquot Sound UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, Tofino is known for its miles of pristine beaches and unparalleled adventures, including whale and wildlife watching, saltwater and freshwater fishing, surfing, kayaking, boating, hiking, and winter storm watching. www.tourismtofino.com

Event Contact

Shawna Gardham
e: info@tofinosaltwaterclassic.com
p: 604.928.5013

Media Contact

Lynda Kaye
Kaye Public Relations for the Tofino Saltwater Classic
e: lynda@kayepr.com
p: 250.725.2035

Looking forward to covering the event again this year.  Well, I'm going to see how Elby is doing out in the rain and settle into a day of indoor fun/work.

Thanks for listening to Long Beach Radio.

-Geoff