The Weather Report

The Weather Report

You know what they say about ­Victoria… if you don’t like the weather wait five ­minutes >> Chris Ward The weather can influence so many aspects of our day-to-day lives, from how we dress, to the way we plan our ­recreational ­activities, our state of mind and...
Homesteading and All That

Homesteading and All That

›› Jeremy Caradonna Fernwood is a state of mind. This is a neighbourhood for people who believe in ­sustainable living and self-reliance. It’s a place full of “neo-locals”—folks who care about local organic food, a low-consumption lifestyle, and artistic ­creativity....
Is Fernwood ready for a skatepark?

Is Fernwood ready for a skatepark?

Judging by the amount of skateboarders who gravitate to the Fernwood Community Centre during the warm summer months, my opinion is yes! Though the idea is relatively fresh and there are many hoops to jump through with the City, it is very much a possibility. A...
Bike maintenance

Bike maintenance

First of all, I want to thank the Fernwood community for all of the support I’ve gotten as a result of the article published in the last Village Vibe. In this article, I’d like focus on a fundamental of bike maintenance. In my experience, this is one of the most...