Photo: Tlay Maak tsu is the name of the historic site approximately six miles west of Tahsis that the Ehattesaht people of the Nuu chahnulth First Nation used as a resting and stop over place for canoeing travelers. The village is ideally situated; it has easy access from the ocean, cool refreshing potable water and protection from the prevailing winds. It is this exact location that, in 1937, Dr. Herman Mclean, with the aid of Percy Wills and Mr. Peters from the Ucluelet Tribe, were led. This location became known as Esperanza. No longer a medical mission, Esperanza, its staff and volunteers, remain steadfast to the calling of community, refuge and service.