April 6, 2024
This beautiful place was fought for
The Travel Beyond podcast features tourism destinations leading the way in stewardship and sustainability initiatives. This is the first episode in a series of 6 that focuses on Tofino.
Listen to the series to learn about the history of Načiks (Tofino), including the War of the Woods, how the Ahousaht First Nation is regaining its ability to control its destiny, and the stewardship initiatives of the Tribal Parks Allies.
Summary
In this episode with Moses Martin and Brad Parsell, you’ll learn about:
- Tofino’s 17-day closure due to wildfires, its impact, and the community’s response.
- Advice from Tourism Tofino for other destinations facing climate risks.
- The War of the Woods and the 1980s Indigenous-led protest movement that prevented the logging of Meares Island, a vital ecosystem and a key factor in visitation to Tofino.
- The opportunities present in Indigenous tourism.
- Tla-o-qui-aht culture, language, and stewardship efforts sustained over millennia.
