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The Trade That Keeps B.C. Going: Want to know what the youth of B.C. are doing down at the malls or out in the woods? Robynn Baijius reports on the underground economy of central Vancouver Island. Mt. Washington Ski Resort: Steve Bohn gives us the scoop on enjoying this great ski and snowboard mountain. Are Tattoos and Piercings Just a Fad?: Nicole Brechert compares the North American trend to traditional practises and concludes that tattoos and body piercing will be around for a long time. The Collectables Café: Susan Burron went to Ladysmith to hear some jazz and discovered a place with vision and soul. ICQ in Hong Kong: Why is the instant messaging phenomenon so popular in Hong Kong? May Cheung provides insight the way only an insider can do. On Writing: Adrienne Wanhill introduces readers to Vancouver Island's culture of writers--a fertile zone of creativity. The Japanese Yamamba: Foreign correspondant Adrian Grey reports on a fascinating trend among young women in Japan. Bend My Corners: Kate Kusza argues in this stylish article that reading is not dead yet. <(Source & Sound)>: Brianna Deimert takes us on a tour of the Nanaimo online music scene. The Behaviour of Parents at Sporting Events: Is yelling at coaches and other parents the Canadian national pastime? Corey Curtis thinks something's wrong with the way many parents behave while watching their kids play sports. Dover Bay Secondary Performing Arts: It can be tough breaking into show business, and Carly Hughes tells us how she got her start. Listen for her in the future! Why the Movies?: Ever wonder why you're sitting in the dark with all those strangers? So does Lee MacDonald. Snowboarding on Vancouver Island: After seeing someone huck themselves off a jump, you might hear comments like "Did you see him tweak out that method?" or "Sweet, he just stomped down a switch 720." Dan McNamara takes us inside the snowboarding culture. Community Involvement: In describing the "Most Kids Don't" program, Katia Mieduniecki shows how teens can help build community and change society at the same time. Lantzville Version: Rhonda Moran describes how folk dancing can bring us closer to ourselves and other cultures. Thank You, Baba Budan! Does coffee give you a lift? Johan Ran tells you how coffee came to be such a cultural phenomenon. Saturday Night: Ever wonder how those raves get organized? Duane Rieger takes you behind the scenes to show what it takes to get a crowd ecstatic. Coco: Spend an enchanting evening at Body Perve with Coco. Don't forget your leather, PVC, and heels. The West Coast Trail: Ready to test your yourself against the elements? Jennifer Schweers tells you how to prepare for "one of the ten best hikes in the world." What is a Cult Film?If you're interested in films, Marvin Ta is sure to get you thinking, and smiling, with this reflection on what makes a cult. Snowboarding on Vancouver Island: For another perspective on Vancouver Island's favorite winter sport, check out Kiri Witham's article. Capoeira: Jennifer Childs introduces us to the Brazilian martial art invented by African slaves.
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