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Liz Bryan W e s t W o r l d >> s p r i n g 2 0 1 4 3 Spring 2014 22 in side bcaa.com features 22 Nests of Hope The burrowing owl vanished entirely from B.C. three decades ago, but the endangered bird is slowly making its way back. Inside, we follow the efforts of one hardworking conservation group to restore the once-common owls to the South Okanagan's grasslands. by Liz Bryan 27 Vancouver's Hidden Gems If you're ready for a new backyard adventure this spring, we bring you the scoop on seven lesser-known attractions across the Lower Mainland. From museums off the beaten path to unusual day-trip destinations, these family-friendly picks are well worth discovering. by Claudia Laroye getaways 12 weekender For weekend explorers in search of a road less travelled, the Gulf Islands' quiet Saturna offers an oasis of unspoiled natural beauty. by Andrew Findlay 20 The STreeT The immaculately preserved heritage buildings along Ladysmith's First Avenue are now home to a bright array of shops and cafés. by John Lee 34 Profile At the age of 19, Surrey's Scott Hargrove is already poised to take the IndyCar racing circuit by storm. by Rob Howatson Cover: A dramatic viewing platform looking out across Howe sound is among the attractions accessible via the new sea to sky gondola in squamish (story on page 14). Photographer: paul Bride howtoreachus 4567 Canada Way Burnaby, B.C. V5G 4T1 change of address: email westworld@ bcaa.com or fax 604-268-5565 FOUR-DIAMOND LUXURY BEYOND MARVELOUS MARVELOUS FOUR-DIAMOND LUXURY LUXURY FOUR-DIAMOND LUXURY BEYOND MARVELOUS p02-05_ContMast.indd 3 14-01-29 9:48 AM