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Welcome to Our Valley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Columbia Valley History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Rogers Pass and Glacier National Park . . . . 10 Yoho National Park and Field . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Golden . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Spillimacheen and Brisco . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Edgewater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Kootenay National Park and the Radium Pools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Radium Hot Springs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Wilmer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Panorama Mountain Resort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Invermere on the Lake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Shuswap Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Windermere . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Akisqnuk First Nation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Fairmont Hot Springs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Canal Flats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Kimberley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Fort Steele . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Wasa Lake Provincial Park and Premier Lake Provincial Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 St. Eugene . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Cranbrook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 A-Z Around the Valley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 * Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Where to Stay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 * Realtor Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Dining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Golf in the Columbia Valley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Whiteway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Arts and Culture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Top trails in the Columbia Valley . . . . . . . . . 61 Map Book Cover Project . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Featured Artist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Distances and Elevations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

MAPS Columbia Valley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Golden . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Radium Hot Springs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Shuswap Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Invermere on the Lake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Crossroads area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Windermere . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Publisher: Dean Midyette Editor: Steve Hubrecht Graphic Designer: Emily Rawbon Sales: Amanda Nason, Dean Midyette, Amy Soucy, Nicole Koran Cover Art: Brian Porter (see page 64) Photography by: Jeff Bartlett. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . jeffbartlettmedia.com Gina Begin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.outdoorwomensalliance.com David Best. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . bestimpressionsphotography.com Marlene Chabot. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . marlenechabot.smugmug.com Abby Cooper. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . abbydellphotography.com Dauna Ditson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.columbiavalleypioneer.com

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Akisqnuk First Nation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Fairmont Hot Springs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Columbia Lake Communities . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Canal Flats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Kimberley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 Cranbrook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77-78

Chris Istace. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.chrisistace.com Lorene Keitch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.columbiavalleypioneer.com Jena Lee LaRoy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . jenaleelaroy.com Lolo and Noa Photography. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.loloandnoa.com Joe Lucas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.summittrailmakers.ca Kirstin McCauley . . . . . . . . . . www.instagram.com/km_photography_radium/ Kari Medig . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . karimedigphoto.com Zoya Lynch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.zoyaphotography.com Ryan Watmough. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . livecolumbiavalley.ca Janet St. Germain. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.smokinggunentertainment.ca Summit Communications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.summitcommunications.ca Dan Walton. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.columbiavalleypioneer.com Windermere Valley Museum. . . . . . . . . . . . www.windermerevalleymuseum.ca Paul Zizka. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . zizka.ca

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FEATURES

Welcome to our valley “The Mountains Shall Bring Peace to the People” Radium Hot Springs Welcome Sign (est. 1928)

elcome to “valley time.” Life unfolds at its own pace here. Maybe it's something to do with the magnificent Rocky and Purcell mountain ranges rising up to the east and west, or North America's longest wetlands lazily winding through the valley floor. Whatever the reason, it’s magical. One of the most beautiful gems in the crown of natural landscapes that the province of British Columbia proudly wears, the Columbia Valley is a destination not to be missed. With just three points of vehicle access — from the north via Golden, from Alberta to the east through Kootenay National Park, and from the south via Cranbrook — the valley beckons anyone with a taste for adventure, wilderness, rural landscapes and tranquility.

The iconic former home of Radium's Rolf the Woodcarver

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Elegance? We have that too. The Columbia Valley is renowned for its resorts. And hot springs. At the heart of Radium Hot Springs are the famous hot pools in Sinclair Canyon where a relaxing dip can be followed by a luxurious massage at the poolside Pleiades Spa. The famous mineral pools at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort are complimented by three golf courses in the summer, and a great, family-friendly ski area in the frosty winter months. The valley is also home to three other ski resorts — Panorama Mountain Resort, Kicking Horse Mountain Resort in Golden and Kimberley Alpine Resort — making it a mountain paradise for skiers and snowboarders. Another winter destination growing in popularity is Lake Windermere, where you'll see ice fishing shacks scattered across its frozen surface — passing scenery for the cross-country skiers and ice skaters making their way around the lake on the record-breaking Whiteway, which, in 2014, was recognized by the Guinness World Records as the world's longest outdoor ice skating trail! The new 17,000 square foot (1,600 square metre) Columbia Valley Centre opened its doors in 2017, giving the valley a state-of-the-art facility for hosting functions, weddings and banquets. Last year saw the paving of more sections of the 25-kilometre Westside Legacy Trail, which wends along the western side of Lake Windermere, linking the communities of Invermere and Fairmont Hot Springs. There's just no end to the region's world class offerings: pristine lakes and rivers, numerous provincial parks, outdoor recreation opportunities for every season, a diverse selection of cosmopolitan restaurants, cafes and shops, a vibrant arts and culture scene, and the game of golf, which brings thousands of visitors to the Columbia Valley each year. With nine 18-hole courses, it is easy to see why golf is a major attraction in the valley. How about golfing and skiing in the same day? It happens here!

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Welcome to the Columbia Valley, or, as the local saying goes, “the warm side of the Canadian Rockies.” Stay a while, and you will never want to leave.

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History

Pack horses crossing the Vermillion River

Inside the Windsor Hotel bar in Athalmer with the barkeeper

he Columbia Valley was originally home to First Nations, serving as a traditional hunting and fishing ground. Both the Shuswap Indian Band and the Ktunaxa Nation made their living from the land, which provided food, medicine and materials for shelter and clothing. Both First Nations continue to have thriving communities, and place names such as Skookumchuck and Spillimacheen mark their influence on the region. The fur trade brought the first European arrivals to the area. In 1807, legendary explorer and fur trader David Thompson built Kootenae House on the banks of the Columbia River near Invermere. From there he traded goods for pelts with the First Nations and surveyed the mountains and streams in the area. Early European settlement was sporadic. From the nearest train station at Sandpoint, Idaho, a number of small ranches and stopping houses crept up along the pack trail leading through the valley, to the construction site for the Canadian Pacific Railway near Golden. It was only after the railway was completed in 1885, however, that the first towns were established. Names such as Windermere (1883), Athalmer (1888), Fairmont (1889), Peterborough (1899, now Wilmer), and Invermere (1909) were added to the map. The early economy supporting these growing communities was based on the abundance of

ore in the mountains as well as subsistence farming and ranching. A number of land settlement schemes in the 1910s drew immigrants here to make a living farming fruit. Although less-thanideal agricultural conditions prevented these ventures from thriving, many newcomers stayed to make a living however they could. In the 1920s, lumber became another important natural resource and economic mainstay. The natural beauty of the area was also a draw.

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Horsethief Creek Bridge In 1905, local businessman Robert Randolph Bruce began to lobby for a motor road to be built between Banff and Windermere. After years of setbacks, his efforts resulted in the creation of Kootenay National Park in 1919 as well as the opening of the first road across the Central Rockies in 1923. Just three years earlier in 1920, the valley saw the opening of the Canadian Pacific Railway bungalow camp on the shores of Lake Windermere. The central clubhouse of this historic site has since been moved to the DoroMan sitting in thy Lake area Canal Flats in Invermere sawmill (near Kinsmen Beach) and restored. The shores of Dorothy Lake also feature the historic building known as Pynelogs. Built as a private residence in 1914, Pynelogs is currently a Cultural Centre and Art Gallery.

in the 1960s. A rope tow and small warming hut were constructed at Panorama in 1962 followed by the first chair lift five years later. In 1964, a new pool complex and ski hill were built at Fairmont. Golf courses at both resorts soon followed, adding to the overall number of fairways spreading throughout the valley. As visitors came to see, explore and use the natural attractions of the valley in the years after the Second World War, an increasing number also looked to stay here longer than a couple of weeks. Summer homes were built on the east side of Lake Windermere. Today, nonpermanent residents own approximately 70 per cent of housing in the valley. The magnificent scenery, lake access, natural hot springs and proximity to world-renowned mountainous terrain continue to attract visitors to the region. To learn more about early settlement and the regionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s diverse stories, visit the Windermere Valley Museum in Invermere, the Golden and District Museum to the north, the Kimberley Heritage Museum and Kimberley's Underground Mining Railway to the south, and, in Cranbrook, the Canadian Museum of Rail Travel, the Cranbrook Art Museum, and Fort Steele Heritage Town. ~ Photos and write-up courtesy of the Windermere Valley Museum

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Glacier National Park and Rogers Pass National Historic Site

escribed as “fifty Switzerlands in one", Glacier National Park of Canada gained an early reputation as a rugged, inaccessible place where only the wild spirited and adventurous dare venture. Today, more than 130 years later, the park offers something for everybody. Ambitious adventurers can follow in the footsteps of the Swiss guides and early mountaineers; outdoor enthusiasts can unwind at one of three frontcountry campgrounds; and roadside explorers can take in views of a glacier-studded landscape you will not find anywhere else. Rogers Pass, at the heart of Glacier National Park, was the final obstacle to overcome in completing the trans-continental railway. Take a hike on some of the nine kilometres of abandoned rail line — with snowsheds — that have been converted into trails.

Feeling cultural? Take a stroll on the historic Loop Brook Trail and find out exactly what the railway builders were up against. Feeling introspective? Explore the sharp towering mountains, vast alpine slopes and lush meadows along the Balu Pass Trail. It’s a landscape straight out a novel. Imagine you’re in a land far, far away. Feeling ambitious? Take on the Hermit Meadows Trail and over the course of three kilometres you’ll climb 819 metres. Puff your way through an avalanche path and a dense forest and just when you think you’ve had enough, you’ll arrive in picturesque Hermit Meadows. In a place where steep hikes are the standard, this one takes the cake. Feeling tired? Pull into the Illecillewaet Campground with your RV or tent, build a campfire, roast some s’mores and settle in for a night (or a few) that you’ll never forget! Feeling energetic? Stop at the Rock Garden Trail, a fun scramble through a boulder field that’s been here since the last Ice Age.

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Sometimes you just need a break from a long drive. For this, the Rogers Pass Discovery Centre is perfectly located halfway between Revelstoke and Golden. It won’t take much effort to appreciate the challenges of building a railway more than 130 years ago through this snowy mountainous terrain. The

exhibits, artifacts, and scenery help bring the stories to life.

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The best kept secret is the Burgess Shale fossils, which are one of the world’s most important palaeontological resources. The fossil sites, discovered in Yoho in 1909, are open for the public to experience by booking a guided hike. Rigorous protection, on-site access, engaging exhibits and a virtual museum are accessible for visitors to experience. Yoho’s human history is intertwined with some of Canada’s most enduring stories — the exploration of the continent and the building of the railway. Here in Yoho, visitors can feel the thunder of the locomotives as they follow in the footsteps of centuries of visitors before them. Seeing firsthand places such as the Spiral Tunnels and Kicking Horse Pass National Historic Site, visitors are vividly reminded of the ties that bound a young nation and which still define Canada today.

Nestled amid the high peaks of the continental divide are some of the most famous sights in the mountain national parks. Takakkaw Falls (Canada’s second highest waterfall), Emerald Lake, and Lake O’Hara are stunningly beautiful areas and some of Yoho’s most iconic features. In summer, new and returning visitors to Yoho participate in a wide range of activities from guided hikes to well-known locations to backpacking in remote wilderness valleys. During the winter Yoho is a destination of choice for cross-country skiers, ice climbers and snowshoers seeking to pursue their passion in the solitude of wilderness. Canadians and international visitors come to Yoho to share a less-crowded part of the mountain parks, where many find and re-visit their own favourite secret spots. No matter the season, a host of superlative features and opportunities engage the senses and encourage real and inspiring discovery in a protected mountain landscape. Visit reservation.parkscanada.gc.ca to book your campground or spot on a Burgess Shale guided hike. For more information about Yoho National Park and Field, visit www. parkscanada.gc.ca/Yoho.

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Yoho National Park and its historic community of Field lie on the western slopes of the Canadian Rocky Mountains. Vertical rock walls, waterfalls and dizzying peaks draw visitors from around the world. With exceptional hiking and sightseeing, the park offers a unique glimpse of Canada’s natural wonders, from the secrets of ancient ocean life to the power of ice and water. The park embodies the essence of the Canadian Rockies in a compact and easily accessible destination.

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Yoho National Park

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Golden

Golden is also surrounded by six of Canada’s most stunning national parks — Yoho, Glacier, Banff, Kootenay, Mt. Revelstoke and Jasper. These parks are quite popular, and therefore busy in the height of summer. We recommend visiting in late summer or fall when visitor numbers diminish, and higher elevation trails are still accessible Use Golden as a base from which to experience the spectacular scenery, iconic hiking trails, waterfalls, lakes, and heritage sites of the national parks. Visit Yoho National Park, known as a hiker’s paradise and home to the stunning turquoise waters of Emerald Lake, the impressive waterfalls of Takakkaw and Wapta. Witness railway history at the Spiral Tunnels or visit one of the most important fossil sites in the world on a guided hike to the Burgess Shale, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Head west to Glacier National Park to discover some of Canada’s unique mountain heritage and spectacular natural beauty from park hiking trails to day-use areas and the Rogers Pass Discovery Centre. The Golden Hiking map features maps of Yoho and Glacier National Parks’ hiking trails

and local trails around Golden and Kicking Horse Mountain Resort. It can be found at the Golden Visitor Centre or other locations in downtown Golden, as well as online at www.tourismgolden.com. Year-round, the dramatic mountain peaks surrounding Golden attract hikers, mountain bikers, skiers, climbers, hang gliders and paragliders. Home to world-class heli-skiing and cat skiing, Golden also offers 240 kilometres of groomed snowmobile trails and four maintained snowmobiling areas. Add to that 129 kilometres of maintained crosscountry mountain biking trails on the Moonraker and Mountain Shadows trail systems, a nationally acclaimed golf course, fishing, hiking, climbing, whitewater rafting and canoeing and you have an ideal outdoor playground. The Kicking Horse pass and river were named

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he oldest and most northern town in the Columbia Valley, Golden sits at the confluence of the Columbia and Kicking Horse rivers, surrounded by the Canadian Rockies, as well as the Selkirk and Purcell mountain ranges. A well-known paradise for outdoor recreation activities, it’s also a historic settlement, lived in and loved by a community proud of its heritage of intrepid exploration and mountain tourism, one that has defined the area for over a century.

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Rafting on the Kicking Horse River.

for Palliser Expedition geologist, Sir James Hector, who suffered a near-fatal kick from a horse in 1858 while seeking a route through the mountains for the Canadian Pacific Railway. Today visitors can take a whitewater rafting trip on the river to follow Hector’s journey through the pass. The Kicking Horse river is world renowned for its class III and IV rapids, but rafting outfitters also offer gentler options for the less intrepid. The ultimate adventure thrill is a heli-rafting trip; a combination of a helicopter ride into the lower canyon of the Kicking Horse Pass before jumping into a raft to experience the best of the thrilling whitewater. The renowned Kicking Horse Mountain Resort is located just 15 kilometres outside of Golden and features one of the highest vertical drops in North America. In the summer months, the resort offers a downhill mountain bike park, a Via Ferrata climbing route and dining at one of the highest restaurants in Canada — the Eagle’s Eye Restaurant. In the summer, downtown Golden comes alive with the farmers’ market and Summer Kicks, a series of free concerts that take place in the Spirit Square adjacent to the Kicking Horse Pedestrian Bridge. The bridge, which spans the Kicking Horse River in downtown Golden, is the longest freestanding timber frame bridge in Canada.

A visit to Golden isn’t complete without a trip to the Northern Lights Wolf Wildlife Centre or Kicking Horse Mountain Resort’s Grizzly Bear Refuge. Golden is growing as an adventure sport event destination. June 15th and 16th, 2019 will see the annual Golden 24 mountain bike race — a 24-hour endurance single and team event. Between July 27th and August 4th, 2019, the sky above Golden and the Columbia Valley will come alive with hundreds of hang gliders and paragliders launching from Mount 7 as pilots pit themselves against their peers in a fun crosscountry, big air distance event. September 20th to 22nd, 2019 the Golden Ultra trail running race features a variety of stages and distance challenges and sees trail runners from around the world converge in Golden to enjoy the challenge of racing in the Purcell and Rocky Mountains. A diverse selection of accommodation in both downtown Golden and at Kicking Horse Mountain Resort caters to all budgets, from cozy bed and breakfasts, reasonably priced motels, hotels and seasonal rentals, and luxury vacation homes to charming lodges and rustic log cabins. Visit www.tourismgolden.com to find inspiration, information and stories about events, accommodations and memorable experiences that Golden offers.

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flavoured honeys such as Bugaboo Gold Wildflower to honey-based jams, vinegars, salsas, soaps and more.

With a population just shy of 70, Spillimacheen which is named after the Spillimacheen River that empties into the Columbia — is located halfway between Golden and Invermere. Home to a number of artists and studios, Spilli, as it is affectionally known by locals, is also supported by an economy largely based on farming and ranching, and a number of home businesses including catering, bookkeeping and contractors.

Located 13 kilometres south of Spillimacheen and 27 kilometres north of Edgewater, Brisco is considered the gateway to Bugaboo Glacier Provincial Park, which boasts the deluxe Canadian Mountain Holidays Bugaboo Lodge, the Conrad Kain Hut (available for overnight bookings through the Alpine Club of Canada from June to September) located at the base of some of the largest glaciers in the Purcell Mountains, and impressive glacier-sculpted granite spires that attract climbers from around the world.

It’s also home to the seasonal Spilli Bean cafe known for its terrific homemade meals and a great view overlooking the Columbia River Wetlands. Dedicated to the preservation and appreciation of these wetlands is the Friends of the Columbia Wetlands Society, also based in Spillimacheen. In addition to its popular sport climbing area, Spilli Rock, one of Spillimacheen’s most famous attractions is Beeland, the valley’s apiary specializing in alpine honey. Located in the historic Spillimacheen Trading Post (est. 1912) just off Highway 95, Beeland produces a wide array of locally-made honeybee products, from unique

With a permanent population of about 170, Brisco offers amenities that include the Brisco General Store & Greenhouse (est. 1911), a gas station, a community hall, a riding club, an arena, postal service, and easy access to the backcountry. World-class rock climbing in the Jubilee Mountain area, mountain biking off Westside and Giant Mine roads, and hiking on the Lower Bugaboo Falls and Salmon Falls trails are just some of the outdoor recreation options. Because of their proximity to the Columbia River Wetlands, both the Spilli and Brisco communities also offer easy access to canoeing and kayaking on the river.

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nown for their peaceful rural setting and quiet way of life, Spillimacheen and Brisco are located at the northern end of the Columbia Valley.

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Edgewater

ocated 11 kilometres north of Radium Hot Springs with the dramatic backdrop of Kootenay National Park directly to the east, the tranquil hamlet of Edgewater is one of the valley’s oldest communities, having celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2012. A feature attraction is the wooden water flume (a viaduct for transporting water several kilometres for agricultural use) that was built in 1912 and is still in operation today. Named for its location on the edge of the Columbia River, Edgewater is popular with families and retirees, offering affordable living and a strong sense of community to its permanent population of roughly 550 residents. The local economy is mainly supported by tourism, forestry and agriculture, as well as a substantial self-employed workforce. Easily accessible from Highway 95, Edgewater offers a range of amenities including a volunteer fire department, a Royal Canadian Legion branch, Pip’s Country Store and Gas Station (which offers terrific hot sausage rolls and other snacks), a post office, a shared ministry church and Edgewater Elementary School. The village hub is the Edgewater Community Hall, which is the venue for an array of events, dances and performances throughout the year.

There is also a wealth of outdoor recreation opportunities nearby. Within the community itself are an outdoor skating rink and ball tpark, which the Edgewater Recreation Society (which also manages the hall) is in the process of upgrading. Just a short drive south are Kootenay National Park and the Radium hot pools. Edgewater is also a favoured pull-out location for people canoeing or kayaking down the Columbia River from Invermere or Radium through the wetlands. Embarking from Edgewater and traveling downriver to the bridge at Brisco is also popular. Located just north of Edgewater along the highway is the Edgewater Hilltop Par 3 Golf Course, which has all the amenities of any 18-hole golf course in the Columbia Valley, concentrated into a 9 hole par 3 course. The clubhouse is famous for its fresh pies baked daily with organic rhubarb and apples grown on site. An adjacent RV park offers seven lots with full hookups and gorgeous views. In recent years, Edgewater has made a name as a fabulous outdoor concert venue with the annual Steamboat Mountain Music Festival. In its eighth year for 2019, the festival is held annually in July, and attendees enjoy a wide range of music and entertainment, surrounded by mountain vistas (visit www.steamboatmtnmusicfest.ca).

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National Park & The Radium Pools

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stablished in 1920 around plans to build a road connecting the Columbia Valley to markets in Banff and Calgary, Kootenay National Park protects 1,406 square kilometres of spectacular Rocky Mountain landscape. Every twist and turn of the historic BanffWindermere Highway (today B.C. Highway 93), reveals something interesting to explore. From the blue-grey walls of Marble Canyon to fuchsia-coloured fireweed lining trails to backcountry treasures and the red cliffs of Sinclair Canyon that surround the steamy mineral waters of the Radium Hot Springs — this place has it all! Along Highway 93 South, there are scenic viewpoints, numerous day use areas and 200 kilometres of hiking trails to explore. Download the Kootenay app (parkscanada.gc.ca/ knp-app) before you get here and enjoy a 94 kilometre driving tour with Parks Canada staff. Hear behind-the-scenes stories about wildlife and wildfires and see how the park has changed during the past 100 years. In peak season (mid-June until early September), there are more than 300 campsites

available in Kootenay National Park. Demand is heaviest on long weekends between May and October and all weekends in July and August. Reservations are available and highly recommended for Redstreak, McLeod Meadows and Marble Canyon campgrounds. Located in the southern portion of Kootenay, three kilometres from the Radium Hot Springs pools and overlooking the Village of Radium Hot Springs, Redstreak Campground has a magnificent view of the Columbia Valley and Purcell Mountains. This 242-site campground has full, semi and non-serviced sites, as well as ten oTENTik tent-cabins that can be rented on a nightly basis. Each oTENTik sleeps up to six people and includes homey comforts such as high-density foam mattresses, raised wooden floors, and a spacious indoor sitting area for late night card games. In the north end of th park, Marble Canyon Campground is only a short drive from spectacular hiking trails. The campground’s close proximity to Banff and Yoho national parks makes day hikes throughout the Canadian Rockies a breeze. McLeod Meadows, set in the centre of Kootenay National Park, is the perfect

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The famed Radium Hot Springs feature Canada’s most dramatic mineral springs pools. Nestled deep in Sinclair Canyon, these natural, odourless hot springs are an amazing experience to savour any time of the year. Today’s facilities feature hot and cool pools, modern change rooms and Pleiades Spa and Wellness, an on-site day spa, all housed in a recently restored classified Federal Heritage Building.

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secluded sanctuary for families looking to unplug. Listen to the sound of the Kootenay River, watch for wildlife, enjoy a hike or take a short trip down the highway for a soak in the hot pools. Amenities for McLeod Meadows and Marble Canyon campgrounds include private tent and RV sites with access to washrooms and running water.

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Naturally heated by geothermic hot springs, the hot pool is kept between 37 and 40 degrees Celsius and open daily. The hot soaking pool is the perfect place to relax and unwind after an activity-filled day. The 25-metre long cool pool, complete with diving board and slides, is a wonderful place for families to cool off and spend time together. Towel and swimsuit rentals are available. Locker use is required. Facility updates will continue in 2019. Prefer to play in the backcountry? Challenging hikes such as Kindersley-Sinclair, Ball Pass or Floe Lake trails provide the opportunity to get into the backcountry for the day. Those looking to extend their adventure should consider the Rockwall trail, one of the preeminent multi-day hikes in the Canadian Rockies. Backcountry campground reservations for the Rockwall trail are required. The international spotlight continues to shine on Kootenay’s natural history following the announcement of a Burgess Shale Fossil site

discovered near Marble Canyon. Join a Parks Canada interpreter for a guided hike to the fossil site near Stanley Glacier. Reservations are required. Visitors share Kootenay’s landscape with diverse wildlife. Wildlife can be spotted anytime, anywhere. It is not easy being an animal in the mountains. To find food, connect with a mate or rear their young, animals need to move through a landscape that is pinched by rivers, rock, ice, predators and even busy roads. Visit the exhibit in the Radium Hot Springs pool’s pedestrian underpass and discover how Parks Canada is helping wildlife safely cross the highway. Visit reservation.parkscanada.gc.ca to book your campground or spot on a Burgess Shale guided hike. For more information about Kootenay National Park, visit www.parkscanada. gc.ca/Kootenay. For hours, admission rates and information about Radium Hot Springs and Pleiades Spa and Wellness visit hotsprings.ca.

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The charming Village of Radium Hot Springs is the first destination visitors encounter when they emerge from Kootenay National Park through the sheer cliff walls of Sinclair Canyon on Highway 93S, just moments after passing the world-famous Radium Hot Springs. Nestled against the foothills of the majestic Rockies with the Purcell Mountains to the west, the village also has stunning views of the Columbia River Wetlands, the longest continuous wetlands in North America. The sweeping vistas of the wetlands, snow-dusted mountains and winding river tributaries make for a spectacular setting. With its small-town charm, friendly people and numerous recreational and business opportunities, it’s easy to see why nearly 1,000 year-round residents and almost double that number of second-home owners choose to call Radium home.

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The Radium Hot Springs Visitor Centre is currently ranked the fifth busiest Community Visitor Centre in B.C. and is the only centre in the region open 362 days a year (closed Christmas, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day). Operating side by side with Parks Canada six months of the year, the village’s Visitor Centre also focuses on educating the public about local and resident wildlife. The centre’s popular wildlife exhibit plays an important role in this experience. A part-time herd of Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep, the village’s unofficial mascots, also calls Radium home. These majestic animals are beloved by visitors and locals alike, who have grown accustomed to their quiet presence as they amble through the downtown area during spring, autumn and winter. Visitors travel to Radium from all over the world for adventure and rejuvenation. The village, is home to the Springs and Radium Golf Courses, community parks, including Rotary Gardens, Stations of the Cross, wildlife viewing, hiking, fishing, whitewater rafting, climbing, and so much more. Those visiting in the winter can enjoy outdoor skating, cross country skiing or try one of the nearby ski hills. Radium has a choice of fine restaurants, pubs, specialty coffee shops, and stores, all within strolling distance of one another. Everywhere you go, you will find a cozy environment and friendly staff. With accommodation in every price range,

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Radium suits every traveller’s budget. Luxurious resort rentals, motels, hotels, lodges, cabins, condos, bed-and-breakfasts, and a selection of full-service campgrounds and RV resorts. The countryside stretching for miles around the Village of Radium Hot Springs is a sightseer’s delight. In every direction, visitors can catch a glimpse of local wildlife and stunning vistas. Village efforts to create a new community hall came to fruition in 2018, with the opening of the brand new Radium Hot Springs Centre. The beautiful facility is modern in every respect and yet was designed to fit Radium’s mountain town feel, and its timber-clad motif has already earned the community a provincial architecture award. With a 200-seat capacity main hall, kitchen space, stage area and a multipurpose room, it’s the perfect spot to host gatherings, events, and weddings. The new centre also house Radium’s library and has meeting rooms

open to the public. This delightful community is becoming one of the most popular places to live in the Columbia Valley. Young couples find a safe, friendly and clean environment, while active retirees rave about the village’s walkable lifestyle and variety of leisure pursuits. Radium is also set to open the door on its brand new community centre, which will be taking wedding bookings later this year. There are terrific opportunities to invest in business and real estate, and participate in community programs and events. For more general information, visit the Radium Hot Springs Visitor Centre located on Main Street East or visit www.RadiumHotSprings. com. For inquiries about the new Radium Centre contact the Radium village office at 250-347-6455.

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ocated less than five minutes from Invermere, the historic community of Wilmer was the first community established in the heart of the Columbia Valley.

galleries and entertainment just a few minutes drive away. Local amenities include a recently and lovingly restored community hall, a kids’ playground and an outdoor skating rink.

It was 1807 when famed explorer and mapmaker David Thompson founded a Northwest Trading Company post near the site of presentday Wilmer, naming it Kootenae House. This was the first trading post in the Columbia Valley and is now a National Historic Site located on the drive into Wilmer, locally known as Monument Corner.

Its location on the edge of the Columbia River Wetlands provides ample opportunity for bird watching and wildlife viewing. Nature enthusiasts can while away the hours viewing the hundreds of species found locally, including the bald eagle, and may be lucky enough to spot the endangered peregrine falcon, American badger or leopard frog. The 787-hectare Wilmer unit of the Columbia National Wildlife Area, just to the north of the community, protects some of Canada’s most valuable natural habitat for migrating waterfowl, fish, plants and species at risk. Wilmer is also a great staging point for backcountry adventures in quading, snowmobiling, hiking and more.

Originally named Peterborough, Wilmer was founded in 1886 and evidence of its long history can been seen in the original late-1800s buildings that line its streets. One in particular stands out due to its generational preservation — the beautiful Delphine Lodge, built in 1899. Wilmer’s most famous resident, Conrad Kain, arrived from Austria in 1909 with the promise of employment as the Alpine Club of Canada’s first professional guide. Over the next quarter century, Kain made climbing history and is credited with the first ascents of many nearby peaks, including Bugaboo Spire and Mount Farnham. The Conrad Kain Cairn and Park in the centre of Wilmer is dedicated to his memory, as is a permanent exhibition at Invermere’s Windermere Valley Museum and a cairn on Highway 93, just north of Radium. Today’s Wilmer is a close-knit and family-oriented fully residential community with all the convenience of Invermere’s stores, restaurants, art

Located five kilometres west of Wilmer is Lake Enid, a popular day use area known for its picturesque trail that loops around the lake, ideal for hiking or mountain biking in the summer and ice skating and cross country skiing in the winter months. Wilmer is also home to a popular annual fireworks celebration on Christmas Eve that continues to grow year after year. Wilmer residents are known throughout the valley for putting up the some of the best Christmas lights and many residents of other valley communities made it an annual traditional to visit the hamlet after dark at some point in the lead-up to the holiday to ogle the fine festive luminary displays.

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elcome to Pure Canada. Panorama Mountain Resort is the perfect yearround vacation destination. Steeped in the exquisite vistas of the Purcell Mountain Range and the Canadian Rockies, Panorama provides an authentic mountain resort experience that promises to connect guests with the surrounding wilderness, and with themselves. All of this: just a short and scenic 20-minute drive from downtown Invermere.

When summer arrives, so too do new experiences. Lift-accessed downhill mountain biking and hiking, kids’ activities, whitewater rafting, mini golf, fishing, ATV tours, horseback riding, interpretive trail walks, and climbing all begin when the snow melts and the weather warms. Plus, the award-winning Greywolf Golf Course offers a holistic mountain golf experience that, with its alpine backdrop and manicured greens, is a Canadian must.

Whatever the time of year, Panorama is uniquely positioned to serve up four great seasons of activities, including an array of outdoor adventures. In winter, snowsports enthusiasts can enjoy up to 1,300 vertical metres of downhill skiing — one of the top five largest vertical drops in North America. With more than 3,000 acres of patrolled ski and snowboard terrain, the resort offers 130 downhill runs, including 900+ acres of backcountry-style glory found in Taynton Bowl.

Of course, there is more to the mountains at Panorama. The comfortable convenience of overnight rental accommodations - from fully-equipped mountainside condos and townhouses to a budget-oriented hotel - make Panorama’s alpine village a great base. Just arrive and park: everything is a short walk away, even the chairlift. All lodging guests have the luxury to soak, swim and relax at the Panorama Springs Pools, year-round. Not to mention, Panorama’s culinary options are plenty, ranging from rustic to elegant, up-in-the-alpine or down-to-earth.

Panorama’s winter activities go beyond great inbound skiing and riding. Panorama is home to RK Heliski, a heli-ski and heli-board operation that offers fly-in access to the Purcell’s magical alpine powder. And the Panorama Nordic Centre boasts 28 kilometres of groomed trails, ideal for snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and fat biking.

Looking to make long-lasting mountain memories? Panorama Mountain Resort experiences await. For more information, visit www.PanoramaResort.com.

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Invermere

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n unbeatable location on the north shore of Lake Windermere gives the community of Invermere on the Lake a privileged place on the valley map. Despite its humble beginnings as a small settlement on the traditional territory of the Ktunaxa and Shuswap First Nations, Invermere gained the grandiose name of Copper City in 1890 in hopes that the wealth of copper in the nearby mountains would one day result in an actual city. Ten years later, the name was changed to Canterbury, after the well-known cathedral city in England. This identity crisis was finally solved in 1909 when the name Invermere (Gaelic for “at the mouth of the lake”) was adopted. The town was officially incorporated in 1951. Year-round recreation and events combined with gorgeous lake vistas and outstanding scenic views of the Canadian Rocky Mountains to

the east and the Purcell Mountains to the west make Invermere a popular tourist destination any time of year. This picturesque lakeside resort community of 3,400 residents swells to nearly 30,000 during the summer, when seasonal visitors flock to the area to enjoy the fresh air, crystal clear lake waters, jagged mountain peaks and seemingly endless opportunities to recreate or relax in the great outdoors. And thanks to its central locale in the Columbia Valley, it’s home to a thriving business centre that serves all the surrounding communities. Visitors love the relaxed atmosphere of downtown Invermere, where they can casually stroll between restaurants, cafés, shops, and galleries. Defined by its proximity to Lake Windermere and the Columbia Wetlands, Invermere is

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popular with water lovers and sun worshippers for its two large beaches — James Chabot Provincial Park and Kinsmen Beach — and the public boat launch next to the Athalmer bridge provides lake access and free parking to boaters. Families love the abundance of kid-friendly amenities, from the outdoor Mount Nelson Athletic Park with its fields, tennis courts, skatepark, pumptrack and fields, to the Splash and Spray Park at Kinsmen Beach. In 2017 the Columbia Valley Centre opened and as a community gathering space for the entire valley. Including a main room capable of banquet seating for 500 people plus retractable theatre seating, a central stage and screen to accommodate live performances, movies and presentations, the centre is also the new home for the Invermere Public Library. Visit www. columbiavalleycentre.ca for information about or to book this new public space. Summer is celebrated with a string of festivals, starting with the Canada Day when crowds routinely take over the downtown to watch the lively July 1st parade, followed by Bullriding in the Rockies and Valley Appreciation Day later in the month, and then the Invermere Music Fes-

tival in August to name just a few. And a summer Saturday morning in downtown Invermere isn’t complete without a trip to the Invermere Farmers and Artists Market that draws a weekly throng with its tantalizing selection of organic produce, fresh foods, live music, and local arts and crafts. When the kids return to school in September, a paddle on Lake Windermere or a round of golf is sure to be enjoyed amongst beautiful colours of fall. Each winter, the lake transforms into the ideal oasis for hockey, skating, cross-country skiing, ice fishing and even curling. A destination hot spot even during the colder months, Invermere provides the main access to the Lake Windermere Whiteway a World Record holder for the longest natural ice skating trail at almost 30 kilometres. The Winter-in-Motion Festival, December – March, affords everyone the opportunity to enjoy numerous winter events both on the frozen lake, the nearby ski hills and trails. For more information, visit invermerepanorama.com.

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drew from the Ktunaxa Nation Tribal Council to re-join the Secwepemc Nation in 2006. Since contact with the European explorers and settlers, the Shuswap way of life has changed dramatically. Like many other First Nations, the Shuswap Indian Band’s traditional territory has become increasingly committed to tourism and recreation, as well as industrial and resource development. Kinbasket Water & Sewer Company Ltd. is a self-sufficient water supply and sewage treatment plant that services the Windermere subdivisions of Lakeview Meadows, Black Forest Heights and the Cottages at Copper Point, as well as Canadian Tire, No Frills, Arrowhead Brewing Company, Kicking Horse Coffee, Home Hardware and the rest of the commercial frontage along Athalmer Road, all of which are a part of the Shuswap Band’s economic development. Made up of a Chief and two councillors elected every four years, the Shuswap Band Council is the administrative and governing body of the band, which numbers roughly 292 members, with majority living off of the local reserve. Visit www.shuswapband.net.

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Windermere

The serene lakeside community of Windermere sits on the eastern shore of Lake Windermere. Rich in heritage, arts and outdoor recreation, this scenic neighbourhood is located eight kilometres south of Invermere on Highway 93/95 and enjoys access to a range of activities. The public beach in Windermere is one of the most popular in the valley. It’s perfect for the summer heat, with pleasant green spaces, picnic tables, washrooms, a playground and swimming areas. Easy lake access makes this a great spot for any lake-based water sport.

the valley were built in Windermere as early as 1883, with a number surviving to this day. Still to be spotted are the White House Hotel and the old RCMP barracks. Many of Windermere’s other original buildings have been converted into beautiful homes. Today, the community’s amenities include a community hall, an elementary school, two highway gas stations, a bowling alley, a small grocery store, two farm-fresh produce markets, a smattering of places to eat, and the classic White House pub.

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With its new home subdivisions and renovation properties, this growing community is increasingly popular with seasonal homeowners and young families.

With its spectacular north and south views of the entire valley, nearby Mt. SwanPhoto © Ryan Watmough sea is a locals’ favourite for hiking, biking, hang gliding and paragliding. The Windermere Valley Golf Course located at its If you love a good story, stop by the pretty base, with its beautifully maintained fairways, St. Peter’s Church, also known as The Stolen makes for a scenic golf experience complete Church. The building was taken by Rufus with a laid-back atmosphere, a fully-stocked Kimpton from the town of Donald, near pro shop, teaching programs and restaurant. Golden, for Rufus’ wife Celina. Dismantled and transported to the valley via rail, wagon During the winter, Windermere is a great base and riverboat, the church was reassembled in for excursions, either to nearby Panorama Windermere in 1900. History buffs should also Mountain Resort, the ski area at Fairmont Hot visit the cemetery on the beautiful WinderSprings Resort, or the Whiteway. mere Point. The tombstones tell the story of early settlers in the Columbia Valley. The first commercial buildings constructed in

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LAKESHORE RESORT AND CAMPGROUND Lakeshore Resort and Campground is the Columbia Valley’s largest campground located on the pristine shores of Lake Windermere, British Columbia and is owned and operated by the –akis“nuk First Nation. We invite you to a place away from the hustle and bustle of deadlines and stress, to the homeland of – akis“nukniks (people of –akis“nuk First Nation) in the Traditional Territory of the Ktunaxa people. In operation for more than 30 years, Lakeshore Resort and Campground is a strong component of the Columbia Valley’s regional tourism economy, and an active stakeholder with Indigenous Tourism BC. In the fall of 2015, Lakeshore Resort and Campground was the proud recipient of the Outstanding Achievement award from the BC Achievement Foundation in the Community Owned Aboriginal

Business category, as well as receiving the Hospitality and Tourism Business Excellence award from the Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce. A unique feature of the Lakeshore Resort and Campground is a two-night cultural experience stay in a tipi and the opportunity to spend time with knowledge keepers. As well, we offer weekly cultural activities that are open not only to our guests but are open to the public to attend. Check our website www.lakeshoreresortcampground.com for dates and details. To make your booking, you can visit the website www.lakeshoreresortcampground.com or call 250-342-6352.

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Lakeshore Resort And Campground • The largest campground located on Lake Windermere • Over 70 overnight camping sites • Boat launch and day-use facilities • Legacy Hall available for events To make a reservation call 250-342-6352 or visit www.lakeshoreresortcampground.com

3151 Highway 93/95 Windermere, B.C. Owned and operated by the Akisqnuk First Nation, Windermere, B.C.

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Akisqnuk First Nation The people of the Akisqnuk First Nation are members of the Ktunaxa (pronounced ‘too-nah-ha’) Nation who, for thousands of years, lived a nomadic lifestyle in their traditional territory, which extends through the Kootenay Region of British Columbia into southern Alberta and parts of the states of Montana, Idaho and Washington. A growing community, the Akisqnuk First Nation (–akis“nuk) is comprised of approximately 300 members. Their native language, spoken by Ktunaxa people throughout the traditional territory, is a distinct First Nation language that cannot be linked to any other language in North America. The Akisqnuk First Nation (–akis“nuk) covers more than 8,000 acres of the most beautiful land in the Columbia Valley. From its 14 Photo © Dauna Ditson kilometres of pristine shoreline along Lake Windermere and the Columbia River to the base of the Rocky Mountains, the Akisqnuk First Nation (–akis“nuk) territory is spectacular. In fact, the First Nation is the largest single landholder in the Columbia Valley. A short drive from the airports in Calgary, Alberta and Cranbrook, B.C., the Akisqnuk First Nation (–akis“nuk) is ideally situated in the heart of the Columbia Valley. Bordering the communities of Windermere to the north and Fairmont Hot Springs to the south, the Akisqnuk First Nation (–akis“nuk) enjoys excellent working relationships with its regional partners in both business and government, and is host to ever-broadening business opportunities. The First Nation is home to the successful Indian Beach Estates subdivision, which is adja-

cent to Windermere and forms a neighbourhood in that community. Indian Beach Estates offers its leaseholders a stable and secure long-term, federal government-guaranteed land leasing partnership. The –akis“nuk community is proud of its newest facility, The Columbia Lake Recreation Centre. Located at 3050, Highway 93/95. This 22,400 square foot building will be finished in 2019 and will be open to all residents and visitors. Everybody is invited to stop by and see the exciting addition. Visit www.akisqnuk.org.

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Fairmont Hot Springs

eautiful Fairmont Hot Springs is on the banks of the winding Columbia River, 20 minutes south of Invermere and moments from peaceful Columbia Lake. The community of Fairmont is home to the world-renowned Fairmont Hot Springs Resort, a nearby cozy business community, and seasonal and year-round residents who delight in the picturesque surroundings and friendly resort atmosphere. The mineral hot pools that first drew settlers to Fairmont can be enjoyed at the resort, home to Canada’s largest natural hot springs. Those enjoying more than 1.2 million gallons of fresh water pools and soothing 30 to 39 degrees Celsius temperatures have a marvelous view of snow-capped mountain peaks as a backdrop. It was 1887 when George Geary homesteaded the land around the natural springs. But it wasn’t until the early 1900s that the springs’ tourism potential was recognized by William Heap Holland, an eccentric English cotton millionaire. The inventive entrepreneur drafted the valley’s first promotional brochure, which helped to draw scores of British tourists to the area. Starting in 1912, Geary harnessed the springs, built a swimming pool, erected a ranch barn, started a restaurant, opened a campground and built bungalows. After passing through the hands of Lloyd and Earl Wilder, brothers from Saskatchewan responsible for the

first major expansion, the resort was purchased by Ken Fowler Enterprises in 2007. Facilities at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort include a 143-room lodge with fitness and convention facilities, a full-service spa, an RV park, riding trails, ziplining, tennis courts and eco-adventure programs for the whole family. The resort’s celebrated golf experience is second-to-none, thanks to two 18-hole championship golf courses (Mountainside and Riverside) and a nine-hole course (Creekside) for those seeking a shorter game. Another great nine-hole course, Coy’s Par 3, is located just a few minutes south from the community, adjacent to the Columbia Lake communities that include Columere Park, Columbia Ridge, Bella Vista Estates and Spirits Reach. All ages can enjoy a round of mini golf at the Funtasia Fun Park near the Fairmont community, where a visit isn’t complete without a stop at the Animal Petting Park. The community’s business district has a score of services including a grocery and liquor store, two gas stations, two pizza parlours, a candy store, gift shops, health and wellness offerings, and a cozy café and bistro, which serves delicious food and baked goods and offers free wireless Internet. Fairmont also has great dining opportunities, from fabulous meals at the eight in-resort

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restaurants, bars and cafes at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort, to feasting on fresh food at From Scratch â&#x20AC;&#x201C; A Mountain Kitchen, tasty Mediterranean take-out at Tonyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Greek Grill during the summer, delicious entrees at the ever-popular Hoodoos Lounge & Grill, and classic pub food at the warm and inviting Farside Inn Pub and Eatery. Nearby things to do include hiking the Hoodoos, hitting the slopes at the familyfriendly Fairmont Ski Area, horseback riding, and water activities on nearby Columbia Lake or the Columbia River. The Fairmont stretch of the Columbia River is popular for guided

and self-guided float trips. In recent years, the number of people floating the river in Fairmont has increased significantly as both visitors and residents have embraced this popular activity. Inflatables are sold at several local shops, including Bigway, while boats and inflatables can be rented from Fairmont Outpost and Outdoors, along with an array of fishing equipment. In addition to lodge accommodation at the resort as well as RV and camping sites, privately owned rental accommodations and timeshare villas can be found throughout the Fairmont community.

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Canal Flats

anal Flats is best known for three things: as a hockey mecca with an atmospheric rink that attracts 5,000 tournament visitors annually; a one and-a-half kilometre trail loop to the source of the Columbia River North America’s ninth longest river; and as the site of a forestry mill with a 100-year history. It’s about to become known for more. The permanent closure of the mill in 2015 has opened the door to a new and ambitious community vision: to be an affordable, familyfriendly, village building a new future in housing innovation, quality of place enhancements, tourism expansion, a new village centre, and employment centre expansion at the new Columbia Lake Technology Center. It takes a bit of pioneering imagination, but picture a new village centre featuring work-live buildings, new entrepreneur and employment opportunities created by the evolution of the Columbia Lake Technology Center into the largest employment centre development in the Columbia Valley, beautification projects from planting to painting, and enterprise that features food and beverage-based agriculture, renewable energy, handcraft and woodcraft, and creators inspired by the setting. Picture lifestyle-priced housing innovation that enables you to buy a home at 25 instead of 35 and fosters your entrepreneurial vision. Retire from the city 10 years earlier and leave money in your pocketbook to do what you love, in34

cluding exploration of Canal Flats’ photogenic backcountry. Ah – the backcountry. Within five minutes you can boat on Columbia Lake, river raft or fish on the Kootenay River, or hike Mount Sabine. Or within an hour there are 15 golf courses, three mountain ski and summer resorts, a provincial park (that includes the Lussier Hot Springs – a must visit for those who want to soak amidst nature’s mountain cathedral), a national park, and endless trails offer good things for the soul. House resale prices (2018, inclusive of single and multi-family residences) are 50 per cent lower than the Columbia Valley average, 79 per cent lower than the B.C. average, 88 per cent lower than metro Vancouver average, and 69 per cent lower than metro Calgary average. Residential property taxes and charges on a representative house are among the lowest in B.C. Canal Flats intends to further promote lifestyle by enabling a range of housing innovation, including home-based business-friendly housing, garden suites, secondary suites, and cottages in the true meaning of the word, or even neighbourhood-scale ideas such as ecovillages or agrihoods that put agriculture in the heart of the community. The point is to build a vibrant family-friendly community of fuIl-time residents by building housing that is unique and creative.

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For those seeking “upscale,” there are lots at the Painted Ridge development on the shore of Columbia Lake. And don’t miss the annual Canal Days celebration that takes place each year on the first weekend of June and features kids’ and adult dances, a parade, live music and more. For more information visit www.canalflats.ca.

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Kimberley

Kimberley offers a wide range of outdoor recreational opportunities.

he unique community of Kimberley, perched in the Purcell Mountains and with Rocky Mountain vistas, is located northwest of the City of Cranbrook and south of the Village of Canal Flats, with quick access to the Canadian Rockies International Airport. With nearly 300 days of sunshine, Kimberley is the perfect holiday retreat and a good place to choose your own adventure. Year-round attractions provide plenty of options, from a float down the lazy river at the Aquatic Centre, a game of mini-golf at the Riverside Campground to endless outdoor adventures. Local hotels, bed-and-breakfasts and private rentals offer comfortable and reasonably-priced accommodations. A great place to start your day is a stroll through the newly revitalized Platzl, a pedestrian-only shopping area featuring shops, cafes and restaurants, a water fountain and the world’s largest free-standing cuckoo clock. Stop off at the climbing centre, open year-round and fun for all the family. The winter brings snowy adventures at the Kimberley Nordic Centre and the Kimberley Alpine Resort, just minutes from the downtown. Located in the Purcell Range, the resort proudly boasts more than 1,800 acres of terrain, more 36

than 80 named runs and glades, and a variety of ski-in/ski-out accommodations. Rent a fat bike and experience Kimberley on two wheels. For some indoor winter fun, the city is also home to two indoor arenas and three outdoor seasonal arenas. The Kimberley Dynamiter hockey games at the Civic Centre are fun for the whole family. Go Nitros! Kimberley Nature Park, located entirely within the city boundary, has more than 800 hectares to explore by snowshoe, or by foot and bicycle in the summer months. The Rails to Trails is a 26-kilometre paved trail from Kimberley to Cranbrook — walk, bike, run, longboard or even ski from one city to the other. During the summer, Kimberley comes alive with festivals, including Julyfest, Round the Mountain and the Kimberley Arts on the Edge Festival. On the first Saturday of each month from May to October, visitors can enjoy day-long celebrations in the Platzl. There are community fairs, plays, concerts, art exhibits and much more. Cominco Gardens has 45,000 plus flowers planted annually. For a uniquely local experience, take a ride on the Underground Mining Railway to learn about the life of an underground miner (www.kimberleyundergroundminingrailway.

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ca). Originally a mining town, Kimberley was named in 1896 after the famous South African diamond mine. From 1917 to 2001, Kimberley was the world’s leading producer of lead and zinc at the nearby Sullivan Mine. Three golf courses are within city limits, featuring immaculate fairways and well-kept greens, making Kimberley a golfing paradise, including Bootleg Gap Golf Course (an 18-hole championship along the St. Mary’s River and 9-hole par 34 course); Kimberley Golf Club, situated high above St. Mary’s River, with 18 holes winding amidst ponderosa pines; and the 18-hole Trickle Creek Golf Resort, nestled in rugged alpine terrain below North Star Mountain. There are plenty of nearby lakes, rivers and streams where you can enjoy swimming, fishing, rafting and boating. The suburb of Marysville, less than 10 minutes away, has unique shops and is always a pleasant stop on the way to Cranbrook. The trails of St. Mary’s Alpine Provincial Park await experienced hikers, and St. Mary’s 30-metre waterfall is just a short stroll from Highway 95A. To find out why Kimberley is a good place to visit, please go to www.tourismkimberley.com .

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Fort Steele Wood oven baked bread

Leap back into the 1890s and experience the vibrant restored pioneer boomtown of Fort Steele Heritage Town. With over 60 heritage shops, display buildings, and diverse programming, it is a popular destination for the region. While the site actively interprets the years 1890 to 1905, you will also find displays portraying the Kootenay Gold Rush of the 1860s.

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ust 10 minutes northeast of Cranbrook lies an amazing piece of Canadian history that is just waiting to be discovered.

tion. Weather permitting, a skating rink and sleigh rides are offered during the winter. In addition to an artifact collection that is estimated to be at more than 40,000 pieces, Fort Steele houses and maintains a significant archival library that is a tremendous resource to not only Fort Steele staff and volunteers, but to students and historians in Canada and abroad. The heritage town also offers craft beer fans a true taste of the 1800s, serving up Fort Steele Mountain Ale, which is brewed based on the original Fort Steele brewery recipe. Fort Steele is open year-round, with programming in effect May to October, and a full summer program presented from Father’s Day to Labour Day. See www.fortsteele.ca for hours of operation and a schedule of events.

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During the summer season, Fort Steele features living history street dramas, the Wildhorse Theatre stage production, a steam railway, horse-drawn wagon rides, heritage trades including blacksmithing, tinsmithing, leather working, a heritage livestock program, educational programming, and domestic interpreta-

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Provincial Park

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ith a population hovering around 300, Wasa Lake has been a popular vacation destination since the 1950s. The community rightfully boasts of being home to one of the warmest swimming lakes in the Kootenay region. Wasa offers swimming, hiking, cycling (including an eight kilometre wheelchair accessible trail circumnavigating the lake), boating and nature viewing opportunities, and is also home to Wasa Lake Provincial Park. The park protects a representative grassland ecosystem and is home to some of North Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most northern forests of ponderosa pine. Along with being a prime habitat for a diverse population of animals and plants, the park offers wonderful camping and a selfguided 2.7 kilometre interpretation trail.

Located 72 kilometres north of Cranbrook, Premier Lake is one of the most popular recreational fishing lakes in the East Kootenay. Four smaller nearby lakes (Yankee, Canuck, Cats Eye and Quartz) along with Premier Lake deliver a one-of-a-kind fishing experience in a peaceful park setting. Premier Ridge, just west of the lake, is a vital wintering habitat for Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep, elk, whitetail deer and mule deer. It is more than common to spot eagles, osprey, kingfishers, herons and numerous forest birds and waterfowl in and around the park. With 57 vehicle accessible camp sites and a boat launch, Premier Lake is a definite must-visit.

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ST EUGENE

t. Eugene Golf Resort & Casino is the premier destination in the region combining the long Indigenous history with the most modern facilities. Just five minutes from the Canadian Rockies International Airport in traditional Ktunaxa territory, St. Eugene draws guests from across North America and Europe. The building was the first regional residential school built in western Canada. After the residential school closed in 1970, the building remained unused for more than 20 years. In the mid 1990s the Ktunaxa Nation decided to create a resort with the restored building at the center, while adding more rooms, a casino, golf course and modern restaurants. The renowned Canadian golf architect Les Furber designed the St. Eugene championship course running along the St.

Mary River. On every tee and playing every hole, golfers discover another spectacular mountain view. The river draws fly fishermen with a well-deserved reputation for exceptional cut throat and bull trout. St. Eugene has four restaurants that can cater to any taste â&#x20AC;&#x201C; from the brand new Numa Restaurant, which incorporates fresh quality ingredients with an increasing focus on indigenous fare and local suppliers to the 19th Hole in the clubhouse, St. Eugene delivers cuisine to talk about. The Casino of the Rockies offers a chance to play in a comfortable, casual environment with every game from slots to blackjack. The St. Eugene RV Park opened in the spring of 2017, making it one of the newest RV parks in Canada under the KOA banner. Ready to book your next getaway at St. Eugene? 1.866.292.2020 reservations@steugene.ca.

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Cranbrook T

he bustling interior city of Cranbrook is located at the southern end of the Columbia Valley and is the commercial centre of the East Kootenay region. Facing the Purcell Mountains to the west and the Rocky Mountains to the north and east, this community of roughly 20,000 people has the best of city and country life.

Regional Hospital. The city has more than 50 restaurants, from convenient take-out to fine dining, with accommodation options that include 25 hotels/motels and three full-service campgrounds. The diverse economy includes forestry, mining, transportation, manufacturing, tourism, and a thriving central business district with several major shopping areas.

Originally inhabited by the Ktunaxa First Nation, the land the city now occupies was chosen by the Canadian Pacific Railway in 1898 as the administrative centre for its Crowsnest Pass route. The settlement that formed around the railway was incorporated as the City of Cranbrook in 1905. One of the best-known Cranbrook attractions is the Canadian Museum of Rail Travel (est. 1977), which offers tours of vintage passenger trains from the late 1800s through the first half of the 20th century.

For sports and leisure, there are golf courses, almost two dozen parks, a recreation complex with an aquatic centre, three ice skating rinks and a curling rink, all surrounded by acres of unspoiled Crown land. The arts and entertainment options include a performing arts theatre, movie theatres, art galleries, historic attractions and more.

For more information and events, visit www.cranbrooktourism.com.

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The epitome of urban convenience in a rural setting, Cranbrook is home to 14 public schools, the College of the Rockies and the East Kootenay

The Canadian Rockies International Airport is 15 kilometres northwest of Cranbrook along Highway 95A with regular flights to Vancouver, Kelowna and Calgary. Situated near the junction of Highway 95 and Highway 3, Cranbrook also offers access to southern Alberta, all parts of British Columbia and the northwestern United States.

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From north to south, the Columbia Valley is an adventure playground for all ages, all year long. The scope of things to do can be overwhelming, especially if you’re a first-time visitor. Here is a quick A-Z list to give you some ideas on how to spend your “valley time.”

Hiking the Hoodoos near Dutch Creek

Beaches

Climbing Rock/Ice

During the summer months, there are a number of sandy spots to kick back on a beach towel and soak in some rays with warm water just a few steps away. In Invermere, check out James Chabot Provincial Park, or Kinsmen Beach with its urban amenities. Windermere Beach on the east side of Lake Windermere and Tilley Memorial Park in Canal Flats are also popular.

The Columbia Valley offers plenty of exciting places to climb, whether it’s on granite or dolomite in the summer or waterfall ice in the winter. Locals love the sport climbing at Jubilee Mountain in Spillimacheen and at various locations along Toby Creek near Panorama Mountain Village, while the internationally acclaimed Bugaboos draws climbers from around the world. During the winter, the valley’s cold temperatures and steep walls attract ice climbers to the 140-metre Gibraltar Wall in Canal Flats, the beginner-friendly Cedar Creek seeps near Spillimacheen and the challenging vertical lines found on the Stanley headwall in Kootenay National Park.

Bird Watching One of the longest intact wetlands in North America, the 180-kilometre stretch of the Columbia River Wetlands makes the valley a birdwatcher’s paradise. More than 265 species of birds have been recorded here. Don’t miss the annual Wings Over the Rockies bird festival held each May, which offers a full week of field trips, presentations and workshops.

Camping A great way to get even closer to the valley’s spectacular scenery is by camping. There are a wealth of RV parks and campgrounds as well as backcountry rec sites throughout the valley.

Curling is a popular community sport in the valley with the Invermere Curling Club in downtown Invermere as its hub. A lively recreational league runs all winter long with the annual Bonspiel on the Lake as the season’s highlight. It takes place every January as part of the Invermere Snowflake Festival and teams come from across Western Canada as well as Washington and Montana to attend.

Farmers’ Markets

Canoeing/Kayaking Explore Columbia Lake, Lake Windermere or any of the valley’s spectacular lakes, rivers and wetlands by kayak or canoe. Rentals and tours are available from north to south.

Curling

The number of local artisans and food producers has grown to the point where bustling farmers’ markets can be found up and down the valley all summer long. Golden hosts markets on Wednesdays and Saturdays, the Radium Hot Springs’ Market on Main happens ev-

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Geocaching Geocaching is a great, eco-friendly way to explore the valley’s geological features and tourist attractions. Seek out hidden containers (or geocaches) on trails or loops that make nice and easy day-trips. Visit www.bcrockiestreasuretrails.com to learn more.

Golfing Fishing at Whitetail Lake

The Columbia Valley is a mecca for golfers, with 16 courses, from mini-golf to 18-hole games, situated within minutes of each other. See pages 54-55 for details.

Guides/Outfitters ery Friday and select Saturdays, the Invermere

and Cranbrook markets are each on Saturday and the market in Fairmont Hot Springs are on Sundays. Call local Visitor Centres for locations and times.

Festivals The Columbia Valley is becoming renowned for its vibrant music and community festivals held through the year. See Events on pages 41.

Fishing The Columbia Valley’s pristine lakes, rivers and streams make for incredible fishing. From Golden to Invermere to Kimberley, a wide range of species can be caught, from rainbow, cutthroat and Dolly Varden trout to bass, Kokanee and lingcod. Whether shore, boat, fly or ice fishing strikes your fancy, you won’t be disappointed. Rental boats, ice huts, rods and tackle are available in each major centre. Better yet, treat yourself to a guided fishing charter, tour or expedition.

Flying If you like the idea of exploring as the crow flies, then head to the Invermere Airport, where you can get airborne with the Invermere Soaring Centre or Bavin Air. Scenic flights over mountains and glaciers can be had in Cessnas, ultralights, helicopters or gliders. The best soaring season is May to September.

Explore hidden backcountry corners from north to south with locals who know all the best spots. A variety of outfitters offer professionally guided big game hunts, family oriented horseback trail rides, fishing and hiking trips, wildlife viewing and eco-tours.

Hang Gliding/ Paragliding The valley has some of the world’s best sites for hang gliding and paragliding, with excellent thermal conditions and incredible cross-country opportunities. Check out the famous Mount 7 flying site in Golden (best suited to advanced pilots), Mt. Swansea in Invermere or the Panorama flying site. All offer stunning scenery and spectacular thrills. And be sure to check out Invermere’s annual Lakeside Event (also known as the Lakeside Splash) where pilots take off from Mt. Swansea and land in water targets in Lake Windermere below. There are two tandem paragliding outfits in Golden.

Hiking/Heli-Hiking Spectacular scenery can by accessed via endless trails winding through the valley’s landscape, which range from short strolls to strenuous multi-day treks. Visit the BC Parks website at www.env.gov.bc.ca/bcparks/explore for details on any of the provincial parks in the region. For a detailed map of the trails in Kootenay National Park (see pages 16 and 17), stop at the park’s west gate or swing by the Radium Visitor Centre. To find out how to access the backcountry hiking routes, your best bet is to

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Photo © Kari Medig/Destination BC Hikers approach Numa Pass in Kootenay National Park are endless. Tourism Golden offers hiking

maps of the Golden area, including Yoho and Glacier National Park. If you’re the type of person who needs to get somewhere fast to relax, check out the various heli-hiking outfits. They’ll get you to the out-of-reach places quickly, and pick you up.

Horseback Riding Don’t miss out on a memorable way to experience the Columbia Valley’s scenery and wildlife. By horseback, novice to expert riders can explore stunning backcountry trails at a different pace. Sports and leisure riding stables pepper the valley’s communities and rides range from scenic one-hour trips to multi-day camping treks.

Hot Springs

important in so many ways, the hot springs of Radium and Fairmont — two of Canada’s largest hot springs pools — attract thousands upon thousands of visitors each year. For those willing to drive to Whiteswan Lake Provincial Park south of Canal Flats, the wilderness of the undeveloped Lussier Hot Springs offers a natural setting alongside the Lussier River.

Ice Skating/Hockey Indoor arenas can be found in Golden, Invermere, Canal Flats, Kimberley and Cranbrook for recreational use as well as cheering on the local hockey teams. For those who prefer to play outdoors during the winter months, Edgewater and Radium have established outdoor skating rinks, while the District of Invermere grooms outdoor ice areas for public use at Kinsmen Beach and hosts the annual Columbia Valley Pond Hockey Championships on Lake Windermere each February. For an epic 30-plus kilometre outdoor skate, the Lake Windermere Whiteway is where you want to be (see page 57 for more).

Lakes Two of the most beautiful recreational lakes in southeastern British Columbia can be found in the Columbia Valley. Columbia Lake lies to the south between Canal Flats and Fairmont Hot Springs. It’s the headwaters of the Columbia River, the largest river in the Pacific Northwest. Its waters flow through Fairmont before widening to create Lake Windermere, where public boat access is available at the north end in Invermere. The valley is also home to countless mountain lakes, perfect for fishing, boating and swimming.

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If tourism in the valley was based on one thing, it would be the hot springs. Historically

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Mountain Biking

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Epic cross country trails can be found in every community, notably the Cross River Canyon Recreation Trails at Nipika Mountain Resort, the Moonraker and Mountain Shadows trail systems in Golden, the Lake Lillian trails in Invermere, the trails at Fairmont and Panorama Mountain Resort, and Kimberley’s Lois Creek trails. Downhill diehards will love the technical steeps at Invermere’s Mt. Swansea and Golden’s Mount 7, as well as the lift-accessed mountain biking at the Panorama, Kicking Horse and Kimberley ski resorts. For a fun workout, head to the pump tracks in Invermere, Radium and Canal Flats. The Columbia Valley Cycling Society offers trail maps — pick one up at the Invermere bike shops or visit www.columbiavalleycyclingsociety.org. Tourism Golden produces mountain biking maps for the Golden area, which are available throughout town.

Mountaineering For those seeking to climb mountains, there are terrific peaks throughout the Rockies and Purcells to choose from. Experienced mountaineers have a whole host of world-class alpine climbs in this region known for its range of choices. Popular spots include the jagged peaks of Jumbo Valley west of Invermere, Mount Assiniboine Provincial Park (accessed through Kootenay Park and home to the highest peak in the southern Continental Ranges of the Canadian Rockies) and Bugaboo Provincial Park near Brisco, which features some of the best mountaineering in B.C. The park encompasses extensive ice fields, some of the largest glaciers in the Purcells, and spectacular granite spires exceeding 3,000 metres in elevation.

Museums Discover what shaped valley history by visiting the following museums: the Golden and District Museum, the Windermere Valley Museum in Invermere, Kimberley’s Heritage Museum and Underground Mining Railway, and in Cranbrook, the Canadian Museum of Rail Travel and the Cranbrook Art Museum, and the nearby historic site of Fort Steele Heritage Town (see page 38).

Whitewater kayaker at the annual Toby Creek Race

Parks: Provincial & National British Columbia has the largest protected provincial park system in Canada. In the Columbia Valley there are 15 provincial parks, including Golden Ears in Golden, Dry Gulch and James Chabot just outside Invermere, Whiteswan Lake south of Canal Flats and Top of the World northeast of Kimberley and Cranbrook (visit www.env.gov.bc.ca/bcparks/explore). Visitors can also explore any number of nearby national parks, including Kootenay (see pages 16-17), Yoho (page 11) and Glacier (page10) in B.C., and nearby Banff and Jasper in Alberta.

Quad Biking If hopping on an ATV and exploring endless kilometres of winding forest service roads and old logging roads is your idea of a good time, then you have come to the right place. In a wilderness setting west of Radium you’ll find Frances Creek/Lead Queen Mine, with plenty of challenging terrain. The Paradise Mine road, 18 kilometres southwest of Invermere just off Toby Creek Road, is a popular scenic trip for off-roaders keen to explore the remnants of an early 1900s silver mine. Anyone riding in the area needs a valid licence and third-party liability insurance. If you don’t have your own wheels, rent or take a guided tour.

Rafting/Floating Whitewater rafting is a big tourist draw in the valley, with adventurous trips offered on the Columbia, Kootenay and Kicking Horse rivers, as well as Toby Creek, which carves through steep canyons in the Purcells before joining the

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Columbia. Gentler scenic floats are also available. Wind your way through the internationally recognized Columbia Valley Wetlands or down the peaceful St. Mary’s (Cranbrook) and Blaeberry (Golden) rivers.

Golden, sledding areas range from groomed trails to steep and remote alpine. Golden Snowmobile club produces a great map of the maintained areas, and updates conditions on its website. Guided tours are also available.

Skateboarding

Sporting Events

Invermere’s Mount Nelson Skatepark and the Golden Freeride Park feature expansive plazas, large bowls, obstacles and more. The Kimberley Skate and Mountain Bike Skills Park showcases a wide variety of ramps, verts and rails for all levels. The Viking Youth Skatepark next to the Rec-Plex in Cranbrook is also rideable for all ages. The facilities are open for skateboarding, rollerblading, BMXing and mountain biking.

Any number of events across a broad range of disciplines can be found here, whether it’s running up and down a mountain, biking singletrack trails, or testing your mettle in a triathlon. See Events on pages 47.

Skiing A river valley flanked by two rugged mountain ranges is the perfect recipe for fantastic skiing during the winter months. Nordic skiers will find groomed trails scattered through the valley for both skate and classic cross-country disciplines. The most unique trail system is definitely the Lake Windermere Whiteway. Nipika Mountain Resort, accessible via Kootenay National Park, maintains 50 kilometres of groomed trails, the Panorama Nordic Centre has more than 20 kilometres of trails with a warming hut, at the base of Kicking Horse Resort, Dawn Mountain Nordic Centre offers 33 kilometres of groomed tracks, and the Kimberley Nordic Club trail network even offers night skiing. For downhill skiers, there are four family-friendly options to choose from: Panorama Mountain Resort near Invermere, the Fairmont Hot Springs Ski Area, Kicking Horse Mountain Resort near Golden and Kimberley Alpine Resort. For those passionate about ski touring, there are more than 20 backcountry lodges to choose from in the Golden area. In the central valley, the Columbia Valley Hut Society maintains five backcountry cabins. There are also backcountry cabins less than an hour west of Canal Flats and a single hut to the northwest of Kimberley.

Snowmobiling With its moderate to extreme mountain terrain, light dry snow and eye-popping scenery, the Columbia Valley is a mecca for snowmobilers of every level. Mid-valley options include the Forster Creek and Catamount Glacier (open from February 15 to May 31) areas near Radium Hot Springs, the Brewer Creek trail near Invermere and the Doctor Creek route near Canal Flats. In 46

Star gazing For anyone taking a break from city lights and noise pollution, the Columbia Valley’s beautiful night skies are mesmerizing. On a clear evening, they are twinkling tapestries of stars — literally a heaven for amateur star gazers and professional astronomers alike.

SUP (stand-up paddleboarding) The stand up paddleboard craze has definitely caught on in the valley. Paddleboards are available for rent and for purchase, and if you’re not confident heading out on your own, join a guided tour to learn the basics under the watchful eye of an expert.

Wildlife Viewing No matter where you go in the valley, you’re almost guaranteed to see wildlife in action. Common sights include bighorn sheep herds in Radium, deer in Invermere, and black and grizzly bears relaxing in the grass along the highway through Kootenay National Park. If you’re lucky, you’ll spot some wild turkeys, or catch a glimpse of coyotes, wolves, cougars and more. Visit the interactive wildlife exhibit at the Radium Visitor Centre to learn more about the species that call the valley home.

Ziplining Seemingly overnight the Columbia Valley has become a zipline mecca. A pair of brand-new zipline courses opened here last year in the span of a few months — the six-line Mountain Mineral Ziplines at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort and the seven-line Valley Zipline Adventures just off Highway 93 south of Radium Hot Springs. Both offer a thrilling experience with spectacular valley views.

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Around the Valley events* April 20th –26th

Alex Fong & Anita McComas Exhibition at The Artym Gallery in Invermere. Visit www.artymgallery.com.

May 4th

Mowers and Music festival at the Canal Flats RV Campground. Lawnmower races, chili cookoff and live music.

May 6th - 12th

Wings Over the Rockies Festival. More than 95 high quality events. Visit www.wingsovertherockies.org.

May 18th – 24th

Bayot Heer & Vance Theoret Exhibition at The Artym Gallery in Invermere. Visit www.artymgallery.com.

May 25th

Crazy Soles Nipika Trail Run at Nipika Mountain Resort. Visit www.nipika.com/events.

May 26th

Kootenay Krusher Mountain Bike Race at Nipika Mountain Resort. Visit www.nipika.com/events.

May 27th – June 2rd

Canal Days in the Village of Canal Flats. Annual multiday celebration. Visit www.canalflats.ca.

June 13th – 16th

Sam Steele Days. Cranbrook’s annual festival. Visit www.SamSteeleDays.org.

June 14th - 15th

6th Annual East Kootenay Beer Festival at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort. Visit www.fairmonthotsprings.com/event.

June 15th - 16th

Brits Best Classic Car Show in Radium. Visit www.radiumhotsprings.com.

Invermere. Visit www.artymgallery.com.

July 6th

September 14th – 20th

Mountain al Fresco. Flash-mob style dining event. Visit mountainalfresco.com.

Plein Air Event & Exhibition with Andrew Kiss, Branko Marjanovic, Neil Patterson & Neil Swanson at The Artym Gallery in Invermere. Visit www.artymgallery.com.

July 14th

September 20th - 22nd

Heart of the Rockies Triathlon. All events on one day this year. Visit www.heartoftherockiestri.ca.

July 19th

21st Annual Bull Riding in the Rockies. World professional bullriders in downtown Invermere. Visit www. TheColumbiaValley.ca.

July 20th - 26th

Golden Ultra. Trail running mountain stage race, ultramarathon and relay. Visit www.goldenultra.com/.

October TBA

Oktoberfest in downtown Invermere. Live music, German food court and more. Visit www.TheColumbiaValley.ca.

Min Ma Exhibition at The Artym Gallery in Invermere. Visit www.artymgallery.com.

Monster Mash Dash. A costumed walk/run with downtown trick or treating. Visit www.TheColumbiaValley.ca.

July 20th

October 12th – 18th

Valley Appreciation Day in downtown Invermere. Free fun for the whole family! Visit www.TheColumbiaValley.ca.

July 26th - 28th

Client Photos become Artist Creations at The Artym Gallery in Invermere. Visit www.artymgallery.com.

November 1st - 2nd

4th annual Toby Creek race. Whitewater paddling event. Visit www.adventurepaddleschool.com.

17th Annual East Kootenay Wine Festival at Fairmont Resort featuring the best in B.C. wine. Visit www.fairmonthotsprings.com/event.

July 28th

November 1st – 3rd

August 4th

November 16th - December 24th

Lake Windermere Open Water Swim. Visit www.heartoftherockiestri.ca. Art in the Park in Pothole Park in Invermere. Visit www.TheColumbiaValley.ca.

August 10th – 16th

Maya Eventov Exhibition at The Artym Gallery in Invermere. Visit www.artymgallery.com.

August 10th

4th Annual Headbanger Festival (the Rut not the Run) in Radium. Visit www.radiumhotsprings.ca. The Big Show of Little Paintings by Gallery Artists at The Artym Gallery in Invermere. Visit www.artymgallery.com.

November TBA

Invermere Light Up and Santa Claus Parade in downtown Invermere. Visit www.TheColumbiaValley.ca.

June 15th - 16th

24th Annual Loop the Lake. A running race event for the whole community. Visit www.loopthelake.bc.ca.

December TBA

December 31st

June 15th – 21st

Lakeside Event at James Chabot Beach. Canada’s longest running light aviation event. Visit www.lakesideevent.com.

August16th - 17th

December - March

Golden Two-Four. The East Kootenay’s premier 24-hour mountain bike race. Visit golden24.ca/. Cameron Bird & David Langevin Exhibition at The Artym Gallery in Invermere. Visit www.artymgallery.com

June 28th – August 30th

Music & Market on Main every Friday. Market 4 to 9 p.m. Music 7 to 9 p.m. Visit www.radiumhotpsrings. com/event.

June 30th

Kinsmen Club Canada Day fireworks start at 12:01 a.m. on July 1st. Best view at north end of Lake Windermere.

July 1st

Canada Day Parade and Mountain Mosaic Festival of the Arts in Invermere. Visit www.TheColumbiaValley.ca.

July 5th – 7th

Steamboat Mountain Music Festival. Outdoor festival in Edgewater. Visit www.steamboatmtnmusicfest.ca.

July 6th – 12th

Angela Morgan Exhibition at The Artym Gallery in

Invermere MusicFest. Waterfront Music Festival in an outdoor lakeside venue. Visit www.invermeremusicfest.com.

August 17th - 24th

Kimberley Kaleidoscope in downtown Kimberley. Visit www.kimberleyarts.com.

August 24th – 30th

Erica Hawkes Exhibition & Armand F. Vallée private collection paintings at The Artym Gallery in Invermere. Visit www.artymgallery.com.

September 7th

9th Annual Columbia Salmon Festival at Kinsmen Beach in Invermere. Visit www.TheColumbiaValley.ca.

September 20th - 21st

29th annual Columbia Valley Classics Autumn Show and Shine. Annual car show in Radium. Visit www.radiumcarshow.com.

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The holiday train returns to Radium Hot Springs. Village of Radium Hot Springs birthday celebration. Fireworks start at 6:30 p.m. Winter in Motion Festival. A celebration of winter and all there is to experience in the Columbia Valley. Events include the Snowflake Festival, Bonspiel on the Lake, Nipika/Toby Creek Loppet and BC Pond Hockey Championship. Visit www.TheColumbiaValley.ca.

January 25th – 26th

Nipika/Toby Creek Nordic Loppet Weekend. Visit www.nipika.com/events.

March TBA

6th Annual Invermere Coffee Fest. Visit www.invermerecoffeefest.com. 3rd Annual High Notes Music Festival at Panorama Mountain Resort. Visit www.panoramaresort.com. List compiled by Dean Midyette *This is a partial list. For a complete list of year-round events, visit www.TheColumbiaValley.ca and www.TourismRadium.com.

Photo © Marlene Chabot

Where to stay

Lakeshore Resort & Campground

hether you are seeking something rustic, a cozy nook or the lap of luxury, you can find it in the Columbia Valley. From luxurious resort suites to privately owned and fully stocked alpine chalets to reasonably priced inns and hotels, there are more than 3,000 rooms to choose from, and the valley’s semi-arid climate, river views and mountain vistas, also make it one of the best places in the province for RV parks and camping.

For short-term accommodation, be sure to call ahead for reservations. Summer in the valley is the busiest season, but the region is getting increasingly busy all year round as more people discover this four-season paradise. If you want a no-fuss, lock-and-leave lifestyle, the valley’s upscale resort communities are ideal. Those who like having their car parked right outside their room have a plethora of quaint and cozy motels to choose from (think Radium and the row of picturesque motels leading from the village to the hot pools). And if you’re looking for a camping experience, the valley has a number of great campgrounds, RV parks and an abundance of stunning backcountry sites. Should you be in the market for something permanent, the valley offers an array of new and resale apartment condos, townhomes and detached single-family homes. There is also terrific selection of building lots, from cottage lots nestled among the trees to estate lots with sweeping vistas of lakes and mountains, as well as plenty of older homes just waiting for fresh ideas. Permanent RV sites are also available for lease or purchase.

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Local realtors are great sources of information. They know the market and can help you find a property faster than you can by yourself. For up-to-the-minute information, try the Columbia Valley Pioneer (www.columbiavalleypioneer. com), or the annual Columbia Valley Homes Magazine (columbiavalleymagazines.com). Local Chambers of Commerce and Visitor Centres are also helpful. Visit www.radiumhotsprings. com and www.TheColumbiaValley.ca.

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Fairmont Mountainside Vacation Villas

Fairmont Mountainside Vacation Villas Fairmont Hot Springs, BC

Villa Rentals Nightly or Weekly Nightly accommodation starting at $135 per night, one and two bedroom villas available, in room WIFI and full access to Recreation Centre. Group rentals also accepted. ‘Premier Resort’ vacation villas situated amidst scenic Mountainside Golf Course. 116 Exceptionally private and comfortable villas with fully equipped kitchens, including microwave and dishwasher. BBQ’s, laundry (washer and dryer) and fireplace. Recreation Centre offers racquetball, squash, tennis and indoor pool with indoor and outdoor hot tubs, coffee and snack shop, retail store. Natural Hot Springs and dining near-by. Non-smoking and no pets accepted.

Timeshare Ownership Opportunities You will find Mountainside Vacation Villas is definitely worth your investment with opportunities to own a piece of paradise and create many memories with family. We offer a comfortable place to unwind with family and friends and are a wildlife haven with a natural environment. Our sales have the best purchase prices and maintenance fees in the area. Our Villas offer one and two bedroom villas with space to accommodate 4 or 6 people comfortably along with a spacious open-concept of the main area, with high ceilings, tall windows, rustic natural tones and lots of natural light. The fully equipped kitchen, dining and living room areas flow together. From the living room thru patio doors you enter onto a covered deck with BBQ where you can enjoy a mountain/golf course view. If relaxation, golf, skiing and hiking in a 4 season area with spectacular views is what you are looking for, then give us a call!

Tel: 855-345-6341 • Fax: 250-345-6299 • Email: GeneralMgr@MSVillas.com

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576 Golf Course Drive Golden, BC V0A 1H0 Phone: 250-344-2700 Toll free: 1-866-727-7222 Email: teeoff@golfgolden.com Web: www.golfgolden.com See Map on Page ??

Lakeshore Resort and Campround 3151 Highway 93/95, Windermere, B.C. Tel: 250-342-6352 Email:lakeshore@akisqnuk.org Web: www.lakeshoreresortcampground.com

Owned and operated by the Akisqnuk First Nation, Lakeshore Resort and Campground is the largest campground on Lake Windermere with over 70 overnight camping sites with stunning views. Seasonal leasing sites are available. Other amenities include a boat launch with day-use facilities, Legacy Hall for events, swimming and picnicking.

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Plan on making Golden your summer retreat? Bring your RV and stay in a peaceful setting just minutes from Golden. We have 42 private spots all with 30 amp electrical hook-up, Wi-Fi, and adjacent our facilities: restaurant, golf course, practice range and mini-golf ✔ ✔ course. A potable water station is available as you enter the RV Park. Sanitary dumping is available with a partner business just five minutes away. Book your RV site today!

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Exclusive 5-Star vacation condominiums situated amidst scenic Mountainside Golf Course. Exceptional privacy & comfort. Kitchens include microwave & dishwasher, BBQ, washer, dryer, 116 fireplace. Recreation centre offers racquetball, squash, tennis, pool. No pets. Hot springs & dining nearby. Non-smoking property.

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Realtor Guide

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REALTOR

Bernie Raven Office: 250-341-6044 Cell: 250-342-7415 Email: bernieraven@gmail.com Website: www.teamraven.ca Community: Brisco to Canal Flats Fax: 250-341-6046 1214-7th Avenue, Invermere, B.C.

Scott Wallace Office: 250-341-6044 Email: scott@scottwallace.ca Community: Brisco to Canal Flats 1214-7th Avenue, Invermere, B.C.

Cell: 250-342-5309 Website: scottwallace.ca

Jan Klimek Office: 250-341-6044 (Invermere) Office: 250-345-6080 (Fairmont) Email: janklimek@shaw.ca 1214-7th Avenue, Invermere, B.C.

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Cell: 250-342-1195 Website: janklimek.ca Fax: 250-341-6046/250-345-6081 Community: Spillimacheen to Canal Flats

Realtor Guide Jenna Minnaar 250-341-7911 remaxjenna@telus.net jennamrealty.com

Wende Brash 250-342-1300 wendebrash@telus.net wendebrash.com INVERMERE

250-342-6505

Each office is independently owned and operated.

1022B 7th Avenue Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0

Rockies Realty Ltd. Each office is independently owned and operated.

T: 778-527-2121 • F: 778-527-2122 rockiesrealty@century21.ca Left to right: Sherry Devlin (REALTOR®), Scott Sauermann (Owner/REALTOR®), Ken Becker (Managing Broker/REALTOR®), Joe Evanoff (REALTOR®), Dave McGrath (Associate Broker/REALTOR®)

www.C21rockiesrealty.com

DINING

Horsethief Creek Pub & Eatery

art of the thrill of experiencing a new place is savouring the tasty concoctions served up by the local restaurants. And there are many to choose from in the Columbia Valley. The first thing to do is pick up Let’s Eat, the annual Columbia Valley culinary magazine. It’s extensive list of every eatery between Spur Valley and Canal Flats will help you find the meal you are looking for, whether it’s a traditional burger and fries, exquisitely designed sushi, European flavours or ethnic cuisine. Food culture in the valley is strong. Maybe it’s the fresh, mountain air that awakens the tastebuds. No matter how picky your palate, you’ll find what it is your heart desires amid the valley’s excellent collec-

tion of coffee shops, restaurants and pubs. Looking for a coffee or a treat? Renowned fair trade coffee company Kicking Horse Coffee is located on the way into Invermere — stop at the uber-modern café for a delicious cup of coffee straight from the source. One of downtown Invermere’s newest venues is Circle Cafe, a popular meeting spot with whole foods menu and delightful atmosphere. For a delectable gelati, head to Gerry’s Gelati (in both Radium and Invermere). Later in the day soak in some sun with lunch on the outdoor patio of From Scratch – A Mountain Kitchen, a chic bistro with delicious made-in-house meals and artisan retail goods,

Come visit our U-PICK farm in Windermere for a fresh taste of the valley. Starting mid-June we will have juicy strawberries and raspberries galore! Don’t forget about our signature rubber ducky races for the kids… and adults. Please call for more details.

A fun experienc for the wh e ole family!

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or check out Edibles Cafe, situated on the family-owned and operated Winderberry farm just outside Windermere.

fare is on your radar, head to Pizzeria Mercato at the Invermere crossroads. For something different, Fuze Food and Smoothie Bar serves fast, fresh food with ethnic flare, suitable for most dietary restrictions. A few doors down, Fubuki Sushi caters to sushi lovers with an extensive menu. In downtown Invermere, you’ll also find Birchwood Restaurant, a relaxed eatery with elegant seasonal dishes, and Strand’s Old House Restaurant, which offers casual fine dining in the intimate atmosphere of an historic house.

For a hearty, filling dinner, try Helna’s Stube, with its range of authentic Austrian fare, sample the huge menu at Huckleberry’s Family Restaurant, or visit the Black Forest Restaurant for its scrumptious schnitzels. If you’re seeking a mountain view with your meal, the restaurant at Coy’s Par 3 in Columere Park and Elevation Dining at the Springs Course in Radium both pair stunning panoramas with delectable dishes. Want a side of live entertainment with dinner? The Horsethief Creek Pub is the valley’s most happening eatery, with weekly events, live music, and stand-up comedy throughout the year.

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18 great daily specials. Come and see why we’re the #1 place to be in Radium!

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One of the best panoramic views of the Columbia Valley that is perfectly complimented by refreshing libations, inspired modern menu items & a refined yet causal atmosphere. Open daily through golf season and all welcome.

Golf in the

Columbia Valley

Spur Valley

The Columbia Valley is a golfer’s paradise, and its fantastic courses are undoubtedly one of the region’s biggest draws. Here you will find some of the most beautiful surroundings in which to swing a club. Combine that with the warm, friendly valley community and exceptional service, and — well, why would you play anywhere else? Online tee-time bookings, affordable fees, plenty of driving ranges, full-service pro shops with knowledgeable staff, fully-licensed clubhouses with great food and friendly service — everything you want and need. Some locals’ favourites include the Golden Golf Club, a hidden scenic gem; Edgewater Hilltop Par 3, where you can enjoy great golf, followed by lunch and the excellent homemade pie the clubhouse is renowned for; the captivating Ea-

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gle Ranch Golf Course just outside Invermere; Copper Point Golf Club, one of the premiere championship courses in the Kootenay region; spectaular Greywolf Golf Course at the base of Panorama Mountain Resort; the family-friendly golfing available at Windermere Valley Golf Course; and the unique, challenging course at Coy’s Par 3, just south of Fairmont. Radium Hot Springs boasts two great spots to play: The Springs Golf Course and Radium Course, both of which underwent upgrades in recent years. No golfer’s visit would be complete without a trip to Fairmont Hot Springs to play the three varied courses at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort: Mountainside, Creekside and Riverside, all set amidst magnificent views of mountains and picturesque waterways.

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Driving Range • Twilight Golf Pro Shop • 18 holes from $25 “Shot Shapers “ Golf Academy • Kids golf free (some restrictions apply) Cart/Club Rentals “THE GRILL” AT WINDERMERE VALLEY

Tee Times 250-342-3004 • www.windermerevalleygolfcourse.com

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Visit www.columbiavalleygolftrail.com to find out even more about the courses in the Upper Columbia Valley.

Windermere Valle y Golf Course

With mini-golf courses available in Radium, Windermere and Fairmont Hot Springs, you don’t have to be an experienced golfer to pick up the putter during your stay. Funtasia Fun Park in Fairmont features an 18-hole course winding through a natural forest setting, along with a petting zoo full of miniature animals, the popular spin ‘n’ bump cars and lush, green gardens. Following a fabulous day of golf, nothing goes down better than great food, and some of the best restaurants in the valley are associated

with the excellent golf courses. Club restaurants offer everything from a sandwich on the run to fine cuisine prepared by world-class chefs. Every golfer knows that a delicious meal is a great way to celebrate a satisfying round, but there’s no requirement to play in order to take advantage of these firstrate locations. Pack up your clubs and set out to enjoy a game!

• Licensed Clubhouse • Driving Range Just 25 minutes south of Invermere!

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Coy’s Par 3 - 250-345-6504 Coy’s Par 3 is a picturesque and challenging 9-hole course that meanders through an old farmstead. This is one of the valley’s original par 3 courses with remarkable views and beautiful flowers throughout the whole course. Coy’s Par 3 offers putting facilities, licensed clubhouse, cart and club rentals and a driving range.

White 1350

Golden Golf Club 1-866-727-7222 Voted BC’s #1 Hidden Gem in 2012 and 2014. The Golden Golf Club is in a natural setting with no residences or boundary markers and has spectacular views from every hole. Truly one of the finest places to tee off in the Canadian Rockies. Our 18-Hole Championship golf course is known for its playability, value, and extraordinary views. Book your tee time today!

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The Radium Course - 250-347-6266 A classic par 72 mountain golf experience offering enthralling vistas, exceptional course conditioning and highly memorable elevated tee boxes you’ll be sure to find photo worthy. The Radium Course is an affordable, popular, playable family friendly experience for players of all levels.

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6,269 72 68.7 117

White

5,779 72 66.4 109

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5,389 72 64.9 102

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5,389 72 69.7 116 (L)

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6,818 72 72.1 128

The Springs Course - 250-347-6200 Located above the Columbia River, this championship par 72 course offers go-forbroke par-5s, heroic tee shots over ravines and a timeless quartet of par 3s. Plus, the course is home to Radium’s herd of Bighorn sheep – adding a new dimension to the game.

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6,362 72 70.3 123

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5,905 72 68.0 118

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5,517 72 66.3 113

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4,944 72 63.7 107

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4,944 72 68.6 118 (L)

Spur Valley Golf Resort - 250-347-6500 Fun, relaxing golf for everyone. Incorporating four par 4’s, four par 3’s and one par 5. This nine hole course features immaculate, gently sloping terrain, a cliffside driving range, practice bunker, putting green, as well as a fully equipped pro-shop. The Cantina is open to the public for breakfast, lunch and dinner, specializing in Tex-Mex fare, mouth-watering BBQs and daily specials. For tee times please call 250-347-6500 or email golf@spurvalley.com or visit our website www.spurvalley.com

Blue 2429 66 62.6 108 White 2274 66 61.8 98 Red

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72 73.0 72 70.3 72 76.9 72 68.0 72 73.2 72 64.9 72 70.0

135 132 136 (L) 119 131 (L) 110 127 (L)

St. Eugene - 1-877-417-3133, golf@steugene.ca The St. Eugene golf experience features spectacular views of the St. Mary River and the majestic Fisher Peak as our championship course winds its way through open links and rolling woodlands. Renowned golf course architect Les Furber has captured the spirit of this historic setting by carving out a “classic” layout that flows naturally through these different environments. St. Eugene Golf Course is a wonderful combination of length and design strategy that will surely challenge both the player and the enthusiast.

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Tucked in a gorgeous valley with 18 superfun holes — and one of the longest playing Golf Course seasons in the region — the Windermere Valley Golf Course has been a favourite for years. The course, which is well known for its excellent greens, plays to a par of 66. The course also offers a sunny patio and excellent lesson programs at their practice greens and driving range. 1988

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The Whiteway

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hether your passion is cross-country skiing, ice skating, biking, walking, running, ice fishing, or just the plain thrill of being on a frozen lake, Lake Windermere delivers during the coldest months of the year, when the water freezes over and a smooth, icy surface forms from the north end to the south. And since 2006 the valley’s local Toby Creek Nordic Ski Club has been maintaining a groomed ice skating and cross-country ski track on the frozen lake, that connects the communities of Invermere, Windermere and beyond. Known as the Lake Windermere Whiteway, it has become synonymous with winter outdoor recreation in the valley and is a frosty treat for residents and visitors each year. In 2014 the Whiteway earned the World Record title for the world’s longest outdoor skating trail. The Whiteway accommodates both classic and skate cross-country skiing techniques as well as recreational ice skating, walking and fat tire biking in a mountainous setting that’s second to none. Originally a

17-kilometre trail, the Whiteway has grown to more than 30 kilometres long and six metres wide (for ice skaters) when conditions allow. The impressive scale of the Whiteway has attracted international attention and is the focus of a new tourism video for the region. Discovery Channel’s Mark Miller did a segment on the impressive attraction in his weekly science show the “Daily Planet.” The District of Invermere and Regional District of East Kootenay support about 50 per cent of the annual operating costs of the Whiteway. To help fund the remaining amount, the club undertakes several annual fundraising events, and asks that users either pay an individual day-use donation fee of $5, or purchase a membership to the club which includes a season’s pass for use of both the Lake Windermere Whiteway and the Lake Lillian Whiteway. To learn more about the Whiteway, purchase a day-use pass or season’s pass, and watch the official video, go to https://tobycreeknordic. com/whiteway.

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Arts & Culture

Mountain Mosaic Festival of Arts

he Columbia Valley continues to attract artists by the droves with its inspiring landscapes and creatively driven communities. The end result is an ever-increasing number of galleries, studios, art exhibits, live music and art festivals, all showcasing the incredible local talent as well as that from across the country, from painters and glass blowers to sculptors and photographers. And musicians are immensely valued in the valley, with many different genres, from folk and rock to bluegrass and jazz, embraced by audiences eager to be entertained and dance. Traveling bands play at different venues throughout the year, local groups entertain the crowds at farmers’ markets, amateur musicians test their mettle at open mic nights, and big acts regularly make appearances at outdoor festivals. Arts and crafts shows also take place year-round, attracting both visitors and residents who love the appeal of high quality goods that are authentically valley-made. Pynelogs Cultural Centre & Art Gallery in Invermere is the heart of the central valley’s arts and culture scene. The historic century-old log building is home to the Columbia Valley Arts Council, a café with a patio overlooking Lake Windermere, and a gift shop. It’s also a popular venue for workshops, concerts and private functions. Every year, the council, or CV Arts as it’s commonly known, co-ordinates numerous events, exhibitions and festivals. Among them is the Mountain Mosaic Festival of the Arts at Kins-

men Beach on Canada Day — a family-friendly event filled with art, music and kids’ activities — and the Invermere MusicFest, a two-day waterfront music festival at Kinsmen Beach featuring top Canadian musical talent in an unbeatable lakeside location. Visit www.invermeremusicfest.com. Other key events that music lovers should watch out for during the summer months include the annual Steamboat Mountain Music Festival in Edgewater, the weekly Invermere Farmers’ Market on Saturday mornings that always features live music, and Music & Market on Main in Radium Hot Springs every Friday night when local musicians entertain the crowds on the village’s Main Street. Up in Golden, the Spirit Square near the Kicking Horse Pedestrian Bridge plays host to the free Summer Kicks concerts on Wednesday eve-

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Steamboat Mountain Music Festival

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The Invermere Music Fest

nings. If you like music combined with snow, the annual High Notes Music Festival kicks off at Panorama Mountain Resort in March, delivering the valley’s first winter music festival!

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Back to summer: during the warmer months, acclaimed painters can often be seen creating live canvas art on the sidewalks outside galleries in downtown Invermere. Black Star Studios, Effusion Art Gallery + Glass Studio, Village Arts, Fairmont Goldsmiths and The Artym Gallery are all located within minutes of each other on Invermere’s busy main street, with Pynelogs just a short distance away at Kinsmen Beach. Evolving from the popular Art Walk Invermere is the new year-round Art Spots Gallery Tour. The short distance between galleries makes for ideal browsing, so why not spend a pleasurable day getting your cultural fix? The six participating

Invermere art galleries —Artym Gallery, Effusion Art Gallery + Glass Studio, Black Star Studio, Village Arts, Fairmont Goldsmiths and Pynelogs Art Gallery — are open for the public’s enjoyment, offering a variety of attractions, from live music and buskers to artist demonstrations and art workshops. Pick up the Art Spots Passport and map at any one of the participating galleries and fill it up with stamps. For more information about the Art Spots of Invermere, visit www.artspotsinvermere.com. For film buffs, Pynelogs delivers Cinefest, a monthly independent film series offered in association with the Toronto International Film Circuit. The films are both Canadian and international and range from dramas and features to documentaries and shorts. For those who dig the live music scene, check out the Love It Live Music Series, always eclectic, interesting and entertaining. Films & live music featured at Pynelogs Cultural Centre, down at Kinsmen Beach. Visit www.columbiavalleyarts.com and www. TheColumbiaValley.ca for more information. Beyond Invermere, La Galeria II in Fairmont sells local art as well as handcrafted gifts from around the world. The Art Gallery of Golden features a range of unique pieces and exhibitions from local and regional artisans. Centre 64 is Kimberley’s arts and cultural Centre, and information on art galleries in Cranbrook can be obtained through the Cranbrook Arts Council and the Cranbrook Art Museum.

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Top Trails

Lake of the Hanging Glacier

eople visit the Columbia Valley for its wide variety of exquisite recreational trails. Some people have even been known to make the permanent move to the area for said trails. Trust me, it happens. Often. While there may be an inherent futility to selecting a ‘top five trails’ in the valley (five doesn’t even begin to scratch the surface), nonetheless, here are quintet of beauties guaranteed not to disappoint.

For biking: the Johnson Bike Trail

For backcountry: Lake of the Hanging Glacier

For fall colour: Brewer Creek

Although not necessarily easy to get to, isn’t that partly why we go outside? You’ll cross rivers with names such as Hellroaring and Horsethief. There is lush vegetation and serenely quiet surroundings. The lake’s backdrop is a near vertical wall of rock with a glacier draped overtop. Icebergs lazily float in the turquoise water. This hike won’t disappoint.

Brewer Creek offers choose-your-own-superlative exposure to the rich colours of fall (the larches practically glow with orange), among other great attributes. There are creeks, lakes, ridgelines, mountain meadows, and more. An easy day hike for the family that connects to other backcountry trails if so desired.

Roughly 10 kilometres of pure joy. Incredible views overlooking Toby Creek Canyon. Ups and downs, lefts and rights. This trail is busy, so be aware of others ahead and behind. And if the Johnson is too busy, there are plenty of other trails in the immediate area to set your wheels on.

For family fun: Westside Legacy Trail

For frontcountry: Mt. Swansea A Columbia Valley classic. Close to town, the entire trail offers beautiful west-facing views of Invermere and indeed the entire Columbia Valley. Swansea is also a favourite for mountain bikers (there are separate designated bike paths) and paragliders launching from the summit. It looses snow cover early in the spring, making it one of the first hikes of the season.

Once complete, this multi-recreational, humanpowered paved trail will connect the communities of Invermere and Fairmont along the west side of Lake Windermere. Go for the cascading views of the Columbia Valley, the occasional hill, curvy turns, and above all for a great path to walk, run, bike, roller-skate, you name it, with friends and family of all ages.

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REPRESENTING OVER 60 ARTISTS FROM ACROSS CANADA

• Original paintings, sculptures and fine jewellery • Always new and fresh works • Personal delivery to Calgary • Knowledgeable and friendly staff • World-wide shipping • Layaway plans available Open Daily · 934 - 7th Avenue, Downtown, Invermere · B.C.

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Map Book

Cover Project T

he publishers of the Columbia Valley Map Book are excited to have Brian Porter as the feature artist for the 2019 Map Book Cover Project. The painting is titled Smiling, and is from Porter’s immensely successful Canadian Wildlife series. It is dramatic, powerful yet friendly, and everybody loves bears! For the last 15 years the image adorning the Map Book cover has been reproduced in limited quantities, with the money raised going to fund worthwhile community projects. Past projects have raised tens of thousands of dollars and include the Westside Legacy Trail, completion of the Rotary Splash Park, funding for the Youth Centre, and other great causes that help us enjoy this beautiful area. The Columbia Valley has become a mountain biking destination with many kilometers of designated trails. Now, with the popularity of fat tire bicycles, the sport has become a year-round possibility. Mountain biking and trail hiking are low impact sports that can be done at any age and ability. The routes can range from just a few kilometers with little elevation change (great for a family outing with youngsters), to ‘full on’ trails that can carry you for more than a day and require more advanced riding skills and conditioning. These trails need to follow guidelines to ensure that they are ecologically sound, are in an appropriate location, and are safe and durable. Enter the Columbia Valley Cycling Society (CVCS). The Columbia Valley Cycling Society (CVCS) was created in 2006, and has been an advocate for cyclists ever since. The society is a member of the International Mountain Biking Association (IMBA), and builds its trails to a ride quality and sustainability that exceed IMBA guidelines. All of this happens on a volunteer basis. The CVCS is always seeking grants, donations, and other funding opportunities to pay for professional tail maintenance and construction. Club administration is also done on a volunteer basis, and all money goes directly to

local trails and the Columbia Valley economy. “Being wholly dependent on donations and grants means that we have to make every dollar go as far as possible” says CVCS board member Andrew Hill. “Being selected as the Map Book recipient gives us great exposure to a new portion of the general public, and the money from the giclée sales will go to funding a youth cycling program focusing on coaching and skills development for a whole new generation of cyclists.” In the last few years the CVCS has constructed and maintained two of the most popular trail systems in the valley — Mount Swansea and Lake Lillian, which are user-friendly destinations for both hikers and bikers. The CVCS is just finishing an upgrade on the Mount Swansea routes that now feature separate up/ down trails, new signage, regular maintenance, and outstanding viewpoints. The Lake Lillian trails are a vast network that anybody can ride. They are easy to navigate, yet can challenge any level of rider. In addition there is a fantastic map system app that can be downloaded to your handheld device for free from columbiavalleycyclingsociety.org. If you are interested in volunteering with, joining, or further funding the CVCS contact columbiavalleycyclingsociety.org . The society is also on Facebook and other social media. The Artym Gallery will make 100 copies (called giclées) of the cover painting available to help the Columbia Valley Cycling Society. The giclées measure 20 inches x 16 inches (50 centimetres x 40 centimetres) and are framed, ready to hang. The images are priced at $450. To purchase a giclée and support this great non-profit, or to see more of Brian Porters work visit The Artym Gallery in downtown Invermere, located at 934 7th Avenue (main street), or call 250-342-7566. Already left the valley? Visit www.artymgallery.com.

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Featured Artist Brian Porter;

Painting and Persevering By Dauna Ditson Editor’s note: Brian Porter’s powerful Bear Smiling image graces the cover of this year’s magazine. The Ontario-based artist is no stranger to Invermere — he’s visited the Columbia Valley twice so far, and plenty of his work can be found locally at The Artym Gallery. As writer Dauna Ditson discovered, the man behind the art is every bit as compelling as the pieces themselves: Everything Brian Porter has learned through his life – from graffiti, to troweling, to reading comic books and taking canoe trips – is united in his paintings. As a young child, he and his friends would compete to see who could make the coolest pictures. “Some guys came to my school in the middle of the night, maybe I was in Grade Four, and they did graffiti on my school, and I was totally into (art) after that,” he says. “I was totally consumed by it.” He became interested in comic books first, then airbrushing, and then got into graffiti and “dabbled a little bit in tattooing and murals.” Working odd jobs, selling his art on the side and trying to figure out how to become a professional artist, he bounced around everywhere from Toyko to Bali and all across Canada.

“My style is kind of like everything I’ve learned in my life all smashed into one thing,” he says. “I kind of try to take elements from everything that I liked or that I learned.” “Because I was artist and wanting to be an artist and I travelled a lot, I had a lot of really horrible jobs. And every little horrible job contributed to becoming really good with certain things with each hand. So I think I’m really good with palette knives because I’m really good at flipping eggs. And I’m really good at laying bricks and I’m good at trowelling a roof on a slab roof, and I learned all those skills with a knife. I’ve worked countless jobs painting houses and doing odd jobs and this and that so I can cut a line of paint with the best of

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the crap out of me. A lot of people always say, ‘your bears look so intense.’ Well to me they’re a no-joke animal,” he says. “I find them intriguing because I know how powerful they are. Like they’re fast and they’re strong.” Even so, he portrays them with reverence. “What better way to promote what’s beautiful about our planet than to paint it,” he says. “I mean with all these buildings going up everywhere, I think it’s important that people not forget about nature.” More than ten years ago, still working random jobs and making art wherever he could, Brian tripped on a loading dock and fell against a wall where a steel bolt was protruding. “I got it in the back of my head and it cracked my skull,” he says. Left with a brain injury and shaking hands, he thought his time as an artist had come to an end. He didn’t draw for two years. But when his doctor encouraged him to practice his dexterity, Brian found his earlier talents waiting for him.

them with a paintbrush. And when you combine it all plus the colour scheme of graffiti and tattooing and everything along those lines and comic books – comic books use a lot of explosive colours – it kind of just turned into one thing.” That one thing is a rush of colour as a wildly-textured animal – from a ferocious bear, to an indignant owl, to a don’t-messwith-me wolf – stares straight into the eyes of its beholder or focuses its gaze beyond the canvas. “Bears are fascinating creatures and they scare

“I basically locked myself in the house for a week and then I just started practicing all the time and then I started entering contests and I was winning contests,” he says. Another pivotal moment for him was when a caregiver told him: “‘The old you is dead, and now you have to figure out how to be a new you, a better you’ and I figured if I’m going to start from scratch, I’m going to be awesome.” With his new perspective – along with perseverance and a great deal of paint – Brian’s career and his life burst into colour. “I really enjoy being able to create for people. I prayed a lot for my life to be useful again. It was very scary, and I went through a lot of emotional distress and just kind of came out on top at the end,” he says. “I get a lot of love, especially from British Columbia and Alberta... People like the wildlife and my spin on it.” To see the Map Book giclée and Brian’s original paintings stop in at the Artym Gallery, main street Invermere or go to www.artymgallery. com.

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RECYCLING GOLF

p. 71

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LAKESHORE RESORT AND CAMPGROUND INDIAN BEACH ESTATES FUTURE COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT

TO FAIRMONT HOT SPRINGS p. 73

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p. 72

See Accommodation Guide Starting on Page 48

TO AKISQNUK FIRST NATION

See page 33

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TO COLUMBIA LAKE COMMUNITIES

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p. 74

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p. 73

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Columbia Lake Communities

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TO KIMBERLEY, CRANBROOK & U.S.A.

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11 ST S

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13 AVE S

12 AVE S

11 AVE S

9 AVE S

6 ST S

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5 AVE S

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29 AVE S

28 AVE S

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23 AVE N

22 AVE N

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Distances from Invermere km

Wilmer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 3 Windermere . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 6 Radium Hot Springs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 10 Panorama . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 12 Fairmont Hot Springs . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 17 Edgewater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 17 Columbia Lake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 22 Canal Flats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 32 Fort Steele . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 73 Golden . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 74 Kimberley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 75 Cranbrook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 83 Lake Louise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 93 Banff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 94 Canmore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175 109 Fernie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211 131 Kingsgate (US Border) . . . . . . . . . . . 212 132 Roosville (US Border) . . . . . . . . . . . . .215 134 Creston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239 149

Revelstoke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Calgary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Crowsnest Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Nelson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Salmon Arm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lethbridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kelowna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kamloops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Edmonton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vancouver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

267 166 277 172 279 174 360 224 365 227 419 260 460 286 477 296 565 351 832 517

UNITED STATES Sandpoint, ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .316 196 Kalispell, MT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 338 210 West Glacier, MT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356 221 Coeur d’Alene, ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 390 242 Spokane, WA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 433 269 Missoula, MT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 531 330 Seattle, WA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 882 548

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