EH Tourism Travel Planning

PRIOR TO ARRIVING

Pack your Passport
Pack your health documentation ( if applicable )
Bring credit cards
Exchange a small denomination of your local currency into Canadian Dollars. ( international travelers )
Purchase travelers cheques ( if required )
Bring drivers licence
Purchase a calling card ( if required )
Leave travel information like flights, accommodations with a friend or relative.
Book your accommodations and activities on the BCeh.com Travel Planning Network.
Set up e-mail account that you can access from any computer while traveling.

MUST HAVE ITEMS

Day backpack
Camera | Video
Guide books, distance charts and maps ( or print out information available on the BCeh.com Travel Planning Network. )
Travel journal
Sunglasses
Watch
Notepad and pen
Insect repellent
Book for Reading
Binoculars
Water bottle
Electrical adapters & converters ( international travelers )
Adventure gear
Hat
Coffee mug ( save a tree and reduce paper cup usage at coffee shops )
Sunscreen
Flashlight
Laptop computer ( if available )
Clothing for all weather conditions.
Raincoat ( when traveling in rainy season )

TRAVELING BRITISH COLUMBIA HIGHWAYS

It is law to wear seat belts when driving British Columbia highways.
Highway speed limit signs are in kilometres not miles.
Watch for wildlife on British Columbia highways.
Public Rest Stops are located on British Columbia highways between communities. Many include washrooms, garbage cans and information signs.
Pull over and let vehicles pass when a large line of vehicles develops behind you.
Be aware of wind gusts and temperature changes on mountain highways.
Be aware of large logging trucks on British Columbia highways.
Cellular phones do not work on some remote highways of British Columbia.
It is recommended to drive with your headlights on.
Always lock valuables in the trunk of your vehicle when leaving vehicle. ( better to leave valuables at your accommodation )
It is against the law to litter on British Columbia highways.
Always travel with a good spare tire.
Refuel in communities when possible to avoid traveling on an empty gas tank. ( in some areas there are long distances in between gas stations )
Check British Columbia Road Reports prior to departure.
Check British Columbia Weather Reports prior to departure.
If applicable, check British Columbia ferry schedules ( both ocean and river ).
Flashing green lights are pedestrian crosswalks. Stop on solid yellow and red.
It is wise to travel with a survival kit in case of unexpected break downs in remote areas when traveling British Columbia highways.
Dial 911 for emergencies.

TRAVELING BRITISH COLUMBIA BACKCOUNTRY GRAVEL ROADS

It is law to wear seat belts when driving British Columbia highways.
Watch for wildlife on British Columbia gravel roads.
Top up fluids especially window wiper fluid.
Let someone know of your departure and when to expect your arrival.
Be aware of large logging trucks on British Columbia gravel roads.
Cellular phones do not work on many remote backcountry gravel roads of British Columbia.
It is recommended to drive with your headlights on when traveling dusty gravel roads.
Always lock valuables in the trunk of your vehicle when leaving vehicle. ( better to leave valuables at your accommodation )
Pack out what you back in. Do not litter.
Always travel with a good spare tire.
Refuel in communities when possible to avoid traveling on an empty gas tank. ( pack an extra gas can for long trips )
Make note of landmarks and tree markers as reference points when exploring backcountry gravel roads.
Check British Columbia Weather Reports prior to departure.
If applicable, check British Columbia ferry schedules ( both ocean and river ).
Always bring water, warm blankets and flashlight.
It is wise to travel with a survival kit in case of unexpected break downs in remote areas when exploring British Columbia.