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During the summer months, the traffic coming off the Langdale Ferrry and making its way to Sunshine Coast destinations can be as high as 16,640 vehicles per day.  The area had little direction signage and no proper visitor orientation area, services or amenities.  This led to a poor first impression and the loss of opportunity to properly greet and orient visitors.  In addition, there were no rest area amenities, such as washrooms, dog walk, or seating available. Recognizing the opportunity to promote the region, the Gibsons and District Chamber of Commerce set out to create a functional, attractive visitor information area.  The project was embraced by the community with significant in kind, cash and labour donations from businesses and residents.  A new roadside visitor information park was developed including convenience washroom facilities, a rest stop for bicycle users, a pet leisure area and benches in a landscaped park. A beautiful log structure now houses easy-to-read maps complemented with quality graphics highlighting each region along the Sunshine Coast from Langdale to Powell River.  A community information board also keeps locals up-to-date and lets tourists know about local and cultural events. Completed in 2012, a proper Gateway to the Sunshine Coast is now providing visitors with comprehensive information about the region available via the maps and QR codes along with appropriate “rest stop” amenities to meet today’s travelers’ expectations.  The site has also been successfully used as a marketing tool for business and residential opportunities in the neighboring communities. 

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