Outdoor Wedding Venues in BC | Camp Fircom
When it comes to outdoor wedding venues in BC, Camp Fircom on Gambier Island is a tough one to beat!
We’ve had the pleasure of photographing a few Camp Fircom weddings now, and it’s quickly become one of our favourite Sunshine Coast wedding venues.
Not only is it a wedding photographer’s dream location, but this forest wedding venue truly offers the whole package—the spaces are beautiful, the staff is lovely, the facilities are perfect, the food is delicious, the location is remote yet convenient, there are accommodations on site, and on top of everything else, they work hard to make their weddings as sustainable as possible.
If you’ve been thinking about having a camp wedding, or you’re looking at unique wedding venues in BC, you should definitely add Camp Fircom to your list! Here’s why.
(Or if you’d rather cut to the chase and get to know us a little better, contact us and let’s chat about your upcoming wedding.)
10 Reasons Why Camp Fircom is one of the Best Outdoor Wedding Venues in BC
1. The scenery at Camp Fircom is stunning
Just from looking at the Camp Fircom wedding photos in this blog, you can already see how absolutely breathtaking it is!
Camp Fircom is a 120-acre property with all the best that the Sunshine Coast has to offer— views of the ocean and the Howe Sound, old growth forests and walking trails, and multiple options for rustic wedding venues and structures. Prepare for your jaw to drop no matter where you look!
Having so many stunning viewpoints, landscapes, and backdrops—all in close proximity—means that your wedding photographer can capture a variety of wedding photos that you’re sure to cherish for a lifetime. We know we can’t get enough!
2. It’s one of the best wedding locations in BC
Camp Fircom is located on Gambier Island, off the Sunshine Coast.
If you’re wondering where to have a wedding in BC that’s remote yet convenient, you’ve found it!
Despite being off the beaten path, this outdoor wedding venue is only an hour away from downtown Vancouver. So if you’re a BC local looking for places to get married near Vancouver, your friends and family won’t have far to travel to get there. Just remember to pre-book water taxis with Cormorant Marine or Mercury Transport.
If you’re planning a destination wedding in BC, your guests can either stay in nearby Vancouver or, better yet, they can stay right at the venue!
3. An outdoor wedding venue in BC with on-site accommodations
Which brings us to our next point: Camp Fircom has plenty of on-site accommodations for you and your guests. So convenient!
There is an option to reserve the entire wedding venue and all accommodations (148-175 beds, depending on the time of year) from Friday afternoon until Sunday morning for those who want to spend the weekend making memories with friends and family.
The Newlywed Sibley private tent is so adorable!
4. The wedding venues and facilities are fantastic
One of the best things about Camp Fircom is the number of spaces available to choose from for your ceremony and reception.
With several indoor and outdoor venue options to accommodate different guest lists, preferences, and overall vibes, you’re sure to find something that gets you excited!
Also, since the weather on the coast can be unpredictable, it’s never a bad idea to have indoor backup plans. You know how it is!
5. Camp Fircom provides a wedding consultant to make sure everything goes smoothly
Never underestimate the value of a great wedding planner or on-site consultant! This island wedding venue provides a wedding consultant to help make sure that Camp Fircom is the right fit for you and that everything goes smoothly.
6. Many things are included at this Gambier Island wedding venue
On top of exclusive use of the property and accommodations, Camp Fircom weddings also include:
ceremony setup and teardown, including chairs, arch, signing table and AV equipment.
reception setup and teardown, including tables, linens, chairs, cutlery, flatware, and glassware.
cake cutting.
audio and visual equipment (bring your own music, band, or DJ).
fun activities.
staff for setups, teardowns, serving hors d'oeuvres and dinner, and running activities.
catering and snacks as an add-on.
Couples still need to provide a few things on their own like additional decorations and florals (which means you can add your own flair to the day), alcohol and bartenders, the wedding cake, and the music. Also, fares for the water taxi must be purchased.
But even so, the services that Camp Fircom provides sure add some ease to a busy day! All the more time you get to spend making memories with your loved ones.
7. The wedding catering is on point
Camp Fircom offers wedding catering services for your special day, as well as options for other meals throughout your stay.
You can choose from different menu options, but no matter which you go with, you really can’t go wrong. Everything is homemade and delicious! It’s always nice to have on-site catering at your wedding so you know your guests will be fed and happy.
8. Camp Fircom is an affordable outdoor wedding venue in BC
If you’re looking for an inexpensive destination wedding in BC, you’re in luck.
Great wedding venues always come for a price, but considering everything included in Camp Fircom’s wedding packages—especially the accommodations—it’s a pretty good deal! Weddings can be pricey and it’s always nice when you can find an affordable venue, especially in one of the best wedding destinations in Canada.
You can learn more about the pricing options in Camp Fircom’s wedding brochure.
9. A sustainable wedding venue in BC
One of our favourite things about Camp Fircom is how eco-friendly it is. It’s one of the most sustainable wedding venues in BC that we’ve worked at as wedding photographers, and that’s always so great to see!
Camp Fircom is an off-the-grid wedding venue and it “creates its own power, runs on artesian wells, and manages its own waste through its farm and compost system.”
On top of offering environmentally friendly weddings, couples who book here are also contributing to a non-profit that runs accessible summer camps. How nice is that? It’s all part of the venue’s philosophy.
10. Fun wedding activities
Something that makes Camp Fircom one of the most unique wedding venues in BC are the fun activities that guests can enjoy throughout the weekend.
From kayaking and canoeing to archery and axe throwing to hikes and lawn games, there’s never a dull moment at this camp wedding venue. Having fun together helps to rack up the memories.
11. Bonus: You can hire us to be your BC wedding photographers!
Okay, this is just a bonus point, but if you’re looking for a photographer for your Camp Fircom wedding, we’d love to chat!
We absolutely love shooting at this wedding venue (if the fact that we wrote a whole blog about it didn’t already give that away!). So if you’re looking for a Vancouver wedding photographer to capture your special day on the Sunshine Coast, please feel free to check out our portfolio and our Instagram and get in touch with us if you’d like to work together.
We hope you enjoy your search for the best wedding locations in BC and that you love Camp Fircom as much as we do!
