Located 14 km west of downtown Victoria and surrounded by BC and Washington state coastal landscapes, we will explore Fort Rodd Hill, a 19th-century west coast artillery fortress on active duty from 1895 to 1956 and Fisgard Lighthouse, the oldest lighthouse on Canada's west coast. We have arranged for a private tour guide to take […]
DESCRIPTION: 9-holes of golf plus optional lunch / libation. WHERE: Various local courses at Ardmore, Metchosin, Cedar Hill and mostly Highland Pacific with an annual trip to an up-island course such as Chemainus or Duncan. All winter games are at Highland Pacific. WHEN: All games are on Wednesdays except at Ardmore where we play on […]
DESCRIPTION: We play social tennis, the level of play is respectable, but perhaps a little short of tournament class. We rotate partners for each of the three sets played and find this to be a great equalizer for players of various skill levels. Coffee after and time to talk about professional tennis and any other topic of interest. […]
WHAT: Lunch at different Pubs and Restaurants around greater Victoria, see website News > Newsletters for next event. WHEN: Normally 11:30am for lunch around 12pm, first & third Thursdays of month. WHO: Members & Guests who are interested in joining VRMNC. COST: Separate cheques + gratuities. PARKING: Various. RESERVATIONS: Not required as no reservations at Pub, optional email organizer […]
DESCRIPTION: Beginners are welcome but some knowledge of the game and playing experience are required. We, in general, follow Standard American bidding conventions and ACBL contract bridge rules. That said, the emphasis is on fellowship and fun, not competition. Currently there are four groups. Each group consists of a core group of 8 to 10 […]
DESCRIPTION: Enjoy the fun and camaraderie of shooting pool with fellow Members! Ability ranges from beginner to experienced. After the games we socialize over an optional light lunch in the Legion lounge. WHERE: Royal Canadian Legion, 411 Gorge Road E. (corner of Gorge and Jutland). PARKING: At Legion, free. WHEN: Weekly every Friday at 11:00am – 2:30pm. WHO: Open to […]
DESCRIPTION: For Couples or Single VRMNC Members! A once-per-month opportunity to explore and enjoy our marvellous west-coast scenery, followed by lunch (optional). Hikes tend to be milder, with the emphasis on socializing, rather than rock-scrambling. Partners are welcome (encouraged) but not required for either hiking, lunch, or both. WHERE: Hikes generally commence from various trailheads […]
DESCRIPTION: We play social tennis, the level of play is respectable, but perhaps a little short of tournament class. We rotate partners for each of the three sets played and find this to be a great equalizer for players of various skill levels. Coffee after and time to talk about professional tennis and any other topic of interest. […]
DESCRIPTION: Normally 2-3 hour walks. May be followed by optional coffee/snack at local Coffee Shop. WHERE: Different trailhead each week. WHEN: Normally every Monday ramble starts sharply at 9:30am. WHO: VRMNC Members and Guests who may be interested in joining VRMNC. BRING: Appropriate gear, ie water, hat, clothing and hiking pole as required. COST: Zero. […]
DESCRIPTION: Beginners are welcome but some knowledge of the game and playing experience are required. We, in general, follow Standard American bidding conventions and ACBL contract bridge rules. That said, the emphasis is on fellowship and fun, not competition. Currently there are four groups. Each group consists of a core group of 8 to 10 […]
DESCRIPTION: Normally 3 hr hikes often followed by coffee/snacks, some longer hikes have a lunch on trail. WHERE: Different trailhead each week, often outside core Victoria. WHEN: Every Tuesday throughout the year, unless Tuesday falls on Dec 25 or Jan 1. Normally start 9:00AM sharp in Summer, 9:30AM in Winter, ending after coffee around noon . […]
DESCRIPTION: Enjoy the fun and camaraderie of shooting pool with fellow Members! Ability ranges from beginner to experienced. After the games we socialize over an optional light lunch in the Legion lounge. WHERE: Royal Canadian Legion, 411 Gorge Road E. (corner of Gorge and Jutland). PARKING: At Legion, free. WHEN: Weekly every Tuesday at 11:00am – 2:30pm. WHO: Open to […]