Does anyone live on Water Island?
Does anyone live on Water Island? Water Island is a residential island yet it has a small population of just slightly more than 180 full time residents. The first thing you will notice when arriving by ferry from Crown Bay Marina is that there are very few cars on Water Island.
How do islands get drinking water?
Small island water supplies typically originate from groundwater, surface water where available, desalination of ocean water, or rainwater harvesting in limited amounts (Holding and Allen, 2016).
What is the longest free ferry?
The ferries in our region are free, including the tourist attraction, the Kootenay Lake Ferry, which is the longest free ferry in the world. It's a 35-minute journey covering 8km, and operates year round.