ISBN 978-0-9865058-3-6

This 44-page book is chock-full of information on the history of Tofino, perched on the western shore of Vancouver Island and at the southern edge of Clayoquot Sound. Set up as a walking tour with 25 stops, the book is a great gift for history buffs, walkers, and “armchair strollers” as well. Historic Tofino also includes illustrations and a full-colour fold-down map by Tofino artist, Marion Syme. More information here.

$18.95
Postelsia Press

In this beautiful handcrafted book, I explore the natural and cultural history of this beloved Tofino beach, and peoples’ varied and changing relationship with it. Interior illustrations and design by Marion Syme.

“This is Adrienne’s writing at its most elegant. The writing blends precise detail and information with a dream-like, poetic quality that makes you feel as if you are really at the beach.” – Tofino Time magazine

This book is available from Postelsia Press.

A Celebration of People and Place on Canada’s Rugged Western Shore
Greystone Books, 2012
$24.95
ISBN 978-1-55365-344-8

This title explores the rich natural and cultural history of Long Beach – that spectacular sweep of sand along the west coast of Vancouver Island. The book includes more than 40 rarely seen archival photographs and contemporary nature photography. More details can be found here.

“Long time Long Beach resident Adrienne Mason has done a terrific job of digging up delightful stories and characters for Long Beach Wild.” – BC Bookworld

Greystone Books, 2012
$24.95