The Charlottes, also known as Haida Gwaii, are rich in Haida culture..  There is many examples of their native art such as carved totems, silver and gold jewelry, argilite carving. The people here are also basketball enthusiasts.This is my son-in-law Willis..  He is a Haida, a descendent of those who have lived on the Charlottes for thousands of years.  He was born here and has lived most of his 33 years here.  He belongs to the Raven Clan and was honored to be the first person to wear the Raven headdress pictured above and made by Haida artist Reg Davidson.  The dance apron and drum were also made by Reg Davidson.  Willis currently is director of the Recreation Center here in Masset.  He has always been involved with sports, particularly basketball. While attending University he was on the varsity team and was instrumental in setting higher athletic standards and strengthing the basketball traditions of the North Coast, both as a player, and as a representive of North Coast First Nations.

Bobbi and Willis in front of a carving in Vancouver Airport by  Bill Reid, another well known Haida Artist

This beach is just across a road from me..it is great for beachcombing, 4x4'ing, evening strolls, clam digging etc.