On Thursday, May 21st, 2026, join us at the Wickaninnish Inn for an intimate gathering with #1 New York Times bestselling author Carley Fortune. We are thrilled to offer two unique ways to enjoy this exclusive event, blending literary inspiration with the wild beauty of the Tofino coast. Tickets are available on our online store.

Choose Your Experience

Package A: Wickaninnish Inn Reception and Meet & Greet Tickets ($251.44 - inclusive of taxes) Perfect for those who want to mingle, enjoy inspired cocktails, and connect with the author. Limited to 35 tickets.

• Cocktail reception with one welcome glass of sparkling wine, one cocktail or mocktail and soda, and canapés inspired by dishes from the book.

• Author Q&A and book signing.

• A copy of Our Perfect Storm.

Package B: Explore & Indulge Tickets ($301.84 - inclusive of taxes) Learn about the ancient tradition of foraging on a guided, easy-walking tour through the forest floor and along the ocean shore - perfect for food lovers and hikers. Limited to 25 tickets.

• Everything included in the Wickaninnish Inn Reception, plus

• A guided, easy-walking foraging tour on the Wick grounds with naturalist Brynne Sucharyna, identifying local wild foods like mushrooms, berries, and seaweeds.

Event Schedule

• 2:00 PM: Foraging tour (Explore & Indulge guests only)

• 4:30 PM: Cocktail hour

• 5:45 PM: Q&A with Carley Fortune

• 6:00 PM: Book signing

• 7:00 PM: Event conclusion

Meet Your Hosts

Carley Fortune Carley Fortune is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Every Summer After, Meet Me at the Lake, and This Summer Will Be Different. She is an award-winning Canadian journalist who’s worked as an editor for Refinery29, The Globe and Mail, Chatelaine, and Toronto Life. She lives in Toronto with her husband and two sons.

Brynne Sucharyna (Foraging Tour Guide) Brynne is a Tofino-based naturalist and senior events specialist with Brite Collective Inc. She is passionate about the Pacific Northwest’s forest floor and ocean shore. During the "Explore & Indulge" tour, she will guide you through various BC coastal wild foods, such as mushroom species, edible plants and trees, berries, seaweeds, and shellfish, while soaking in the beauty of the Pacific Northwest.

Reserve Your Spot

Capacity is limited to 60 guests. All are welcome, you do not need to be a guest of the Inn in order to attend this event. Please purchase your preferred package to secure your attendance on our online store.