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May 18, 2012

STUNNING — The views while ascending the ridges along the Cobalt Lake trail are simply spectacular.

Photo by Barb Gagatek

Amazing views await in The Bugaboos

By Lauren Gagatek Pioneer Intern As the snow pack begins to melt, finding a good hike isn’t difficult with so many amazing areas around the valley to choose from. Bugaboo Glacier Provincial Park boasts some of the region’s most pristine hiking, scenic views and colourful vegetation.

The hike through the park to reach Walter and Cobalt Lakes features manageable terrain for intermediate hikers, with gorgeous views of Northpost, Eastpost and Bugaboo Spires along the way.

The drive to reach the park is along a rugged road

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To get to the trailhead from Invermere, drive north along Highway 93/95 to Radium Hot Springs, then continue north along Highway 95 for a further 27 km until you reach Brisco. Turn right onto Brisco Road at the Bugaboo Glacier Provincial Park sign.

Continue to follow the Bugaboo signage, passing through several junctions along the way. When you are 7 km from Brisco you will cross Westside Road and continue driving. When you reach a fork in the road, approximately 42 km from Brisco, keep right and enter Bugaboo Provincial Park.

Continue past the Cobalt Lake trailhead (on the

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Return to the trailhead, where a sign shows 6 km to Walter Lake and 8 km to Cobalt Lake. The first hour of the hike is filled with steep switchbacks, working through an area affected by an old forest fire.

Follow the signs and stick to the right to reach Cobalt Lake (signs are labelled as Blue Lake) or head left if you want to visit Walter Lake before Cobalt. During the series of steep switchbacks, the Bugaboo Lodge can be viewed below. . . . Continued on page 3

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May 18, 2012 . . . Continued from page 2 After a little more than an hour, the steepness of the terrain eases off and as you ascend the switchbacks at the back of a small basin, excellent views of the spires can be spotted to the west. Hikers who went left will come upon Walter Lake, a smaller alpine lake, before making the ascent to Cobalt.

To gain a better view of the view of Walter Lake, hike the ridge above (a mine claim marks the right route).

Traversing from Walter Lake to Cobalt Lake can be done via two routes. The first, directly above Walter Lake, is a more challenging, shorter route. The second, although slightly longer (about 1 km further), is a more relaxed climb. To reach it, follow the ridge to the north of the pass for a few hundred metres on grassy slopes and

follow the red markers.

Some of the best views along the route can be enjoyed while hiking the ridge before descending to Cobalt Lake. Noteworthy are the vistas of the Bugaboo Range to the west, the Taurus group to the south, the Vowells to the northwest and the Malachite and Horseman spires in the distance to the north.

The lake will be visible down below, with a cobalt blue luminescence. Continue north and when the slopes to your left look more inviting, make your descent.

Beautiful alpine forests with stunted trees line the distinctly well-trodden trail around the lakeshore. The vegetation along the trail changes with the seasons. A fall hike will feature the Mountain Pasque flower, resembling a shaggy headed bulrush, while at this time of year, flowers and plants are just starting to bud and bloom.

FOOT POWER — The trail to Cobalt Lake is clearly marked with signs along the way, which show the alternate pathways, and distances.

Photo by Barb Gagatek

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FREE FAMILY FUN—The Mount Nelson athletic facility was opened May 10th, 2010 and features 12 different exercise stations that offer a full workout. Photos by Kristian Rasmussen

Get fit for free at Invermere’s athletic park

By Kristian Rasmussen Pioneer Staff Valley visitors looking for a great way to stay in shape during their time in Invermere will love the options at Mount Nelson Athletic Park.

The free outdoor facilities, located on 14th Street, below David Thompson Secondary School, boast outdoor fitness equipment, an expansive skateboard park, ball diamonds, soccer fields and washroom facilities.

The fitness park comes complete with 12 stations that range from cardio equipment, like the air skier to muscle building stations, like the seated bench press. The machines do not use weights for resistance, but rather the user’s own body weight.

The skateboard facility at Mount Nelson Athletic Park was completed by New Line Skateparks and features a large street section with banks, a quarter pipe, several ledges, a curved handrail, and a straight handrail.

The bowl section of the park features smooth concrete that ranges in height from four feet up to an eightfoot curved section.

The Mount Nelson skateboard park bowl

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Linda Gerlach demonstrates the proper use of some of the stations at the athletic park.

Clockwise from top left: the air skier works both the upper and lower body, while simulating the activity of cross-country skiing; the seated leg press helps to work the major muscle groups of the legs: including the calves, hamstrings, glutes, and quadriceps; the seated chest press helps to strengthen the pectoral and shoulder muscles.

Anyone using the fitness equipment is cautioned to never lock their knees when performing repetitions as this can cause injury. Proper form includes a full extension of the arms out from the chest without locking elbows. Participants should pause for a moment at the end of their repetition to get the most out of each set.

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May 18, 2012

Soak away your worries in the valley’s famous mineral hot springs

By Lauren Gagatek Pioneer Intern The Columbia Valley is blessed with a remarkable natural resource of not one, but two sets of developed hot springs pools to choose from.

Those in the northern valley can enjoy a visit to Radium Hot Springs pools, five minutes from the village along Highway 93, while those further south have the pools and facilities of Fairmont Hot Springs Resort on their doorstep.

Since the early days of the First Nations, the naturally heated waters have been drawing visitors to this region. Hot springs in the Columbia Valley are heated using non-volcanic means. Instead, the warmth comes from deep within the Earth’s mantle, where scorching rocks and spring waters come together.

Water flow into hot springs relies heavily on the function of the water cycle. When rain falls or mountain snowpack melts, it seeps into mineral-rich sedimentary rocks.

The minerals leech into the passing water on its descent towards the Earth’s core. The quicker the heated water in the form of steam travels to the surface, the warmer the water is when it exits the earth through a fault line.

Hot springs are commonly known for their sulfurous smell, caused by bacteria that live beneath the earth’s crust converting dissolved sulfur to gaseous hydrogen sulfide. However, you won’t be wrinkling your nose during a trip to Radium or Fairmont’s pools.

Not only is the water purified, it reaches the surface through aerated caves, allowing the hydrogen sulfide to mix with oxygen.

LIVING LIFE POOLSIDE ­— Radium’s hot pools are a wonderful place to relax come rain or shine

Photo by Kate Irwin He paid one dollar per acre, purchasing a total of The history of Radium’s hot springs The pools at Radium Hot Springs had been used 160 acres of land around the springs.

A plan was devised to sell the therapeutic spring for centuries by the Kootenai Indians before Europeans water in bottles instead of charging admission. found their way to the area.

The bathing experience had not developed much Sir George Simpson, Governor of the Hudson’s since the early 1840s, with the springs still collecting in Bay Company, made the first recorded visit to the a gravel pool on the rocky mountainside. springs in 1841.

Stuart partnered with a well-known millionaire,St. His rustic bathing experience was in a pool filled John Harmsworth, to construct a concrete bathing pool, with gravel and just big enough for one person.

In 1890, an Englishman, Roland Stuart, purchased log bathhouse, small store and home for the caretaker.

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May 18, 2012 . . .Continued from page six Mr. Harmsworth was paralyzed from the neck down and hoped that the spring water would cure him. It was claimed that after four months of bathing he regained his ability to move his feet.

In 1914, researchers from McGill University tested the waters to find small traces of the radioactive element Radon, a byproduct of Radium, from which the hot springs and village now take their name.

By 1922, when Mr. Stuart failed to return from World War I and his whereabouts could not be determined, Radium Hot Springs was expropriated for $40,000 into the newly formed Kootenay National Park. The government built the Banff-Windermere Highway connecting the Bow Valley and the Columbia Valley, taking special care to build around the hot springs.

Around 1950, the bathhouse caught fire, prompting the construction of a new Aquacourt, at a cost of almost $1 million. Wooden decks were replaced with concrete in the hopes of preventing future fires. The source of the spring was hidden under concrete and a cool pool was added for recreational swimming.

Tragedy struck in 1967 when a tanker carrying gasoline crashed while rounding the corner by the hot springs.

The fiery gasoline traveled down the Sinclair Creek, which runs underneath the pool. The lifeguard on duty herded the pool patrons away from harm and none was seriously injured, although the tanker driver died in the incident.

Legend tells that the sound of his voice can still be heard echoing throughout the building at nighttime.

The following year, a new hot pool replaced the concrete bathing tub and is still in use to this day. From the pools, guests can enjoy the view of the jagged rock slopes rising above them, with herds of Bighorn sheep grazing on the mountains above.

Fairmont Hot Springs In the early 1800s, explorers stumbled upon the hot springs in Fairmont and were amazed by the naturally heated waters and sweet, non-sulfurous scent.

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The first recorded homesteader to arrive in Fairmont was an Englishman, George Geary, who arrived in 1887. He homesteaded the land around the springs, and established a post office, stagecoach depot, horse ranch and sawmill, but grew tired of the seclusion and sold his property to Sam and Helen Brewer, an adventurous couple from Indiana.

Brewer turned the property into a stopping area for stagecoaches traveling through the area. His original home still stands today as the entrance to the Mountainside Golf Course.

The name Fairmont Hot Springs was chosen by Mrs. John Galbraith, the wife of WINTER RETREAT— Floaters sit in the tranquil pools and enjoy the beautiful views of a ferry operator.

Fairmont Hot Springs.

Photo courtesy Fairmont Hot Springs Resort In the early 1900s, the springs changed hands to ing the sole owner in 1965. It was his vision that created William Heap Holland, a manufacturer from Manchester, the resort that stands to this day.

England who realized the tourism potential of the site. He Fairmont draws its water from two places: the bed diverted Fairmont Creek to build the first swimming pool, of Fairmont Creek and from the original Indian Baths. in the exact area where the pool still sits. His love for the area In just one day, 1.5 million gallons of mineral hot spring lead him to remain in Fairmont for the remainder of his life, water flows through the pools. building and operating the springs as a ranch and resort until On the hill over looking the main hot springs pool, his death. Holland’s son continued to operate the resort from guests can also enjoy an old world hot springs experience. afar while he employed a manager to look after the duties.

A historical bathhouse, a remnant of a former developIn 1957 a new family became involved with the ment on the site, is open to the public free of charge, springs — Earl and Lloyd Wilder, brothers from Sas- with three bathtubs inside where visitors can soak. And katchewan, along with a group of businessmen from further up the hill, another small pool has been created Invermere, purchased the property and began develop- where the spring emerges from the ground, a uniquely ment. Lloyd purchased his brother Earl’s share, becom- rustic feature of Fairmont Hot Springs.

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Get your pulse racing on some challenging trails

By Lauren Gagatek Pioneer Intern Cycling enthusiasts, strap on your helmets; this long weekend is the perfect time to test out some unexplored trails. Biking, be it road or trail riding, is a great way to enjoy some outdoor play and exercise all rolled into one.

Along with a network of trails through the valley bottom and slopes, and the trails in Kootenay National Park, the local area also offers two provincial government-sanctioned cross-country mountain bike trails, created and maintained by the Columbia Valley Cycling Society.

The two trails are named after late Columbia Valley riders: The Kloosifier after Erwin Kloos, and The Johnson after Brian Johnson.

The Kloosifier is an 8.2-kilometre, intermediate track that takes approximately one-and-a-half hours to complete.

The trail starts from Clover Road just off Toby Creek Road on the drive between Invermere and Panorama Mountain Village. It is marked with a sign saying Kloosifier.

The Johnson is an 11-kilometre intermediate trail with some difficult sections (with ride-around options for those not wishing to tackle the tricky stuff). The trail can be accessed near the upper parking lot at the Lake Lillian recreation site, found on the right-hand side of Toby Creek Road as you ascend from Invermere toward Panorama Mountain Village. After parking, access the trail by crossing Toby

Creek Road. The ride takes around one-and-a-half hours.

Both trails are loops, with a short 1.4km connector between the two allowing riders to complete both loops in around three hours.

When preparing to ride, well-maintained equipment is essential, said Adrian Bergles, Columbia Valley Cycling Society president. In the spring, take your bike to a bicycle mechanic for a tune up. Adjust your bike to the proper heights, tighten the bolts and ensure the air pressure is up to the right level in your tires.

Before you head out there are also some key things to keep in mind. A helmet, gloves and glasses (both to shield the sun and protect your eyes) are essential kit to take along.

Make sure to also bring water and some food, leave a note at home detailing where you will be riding, and try not to tackle terrain by yourself.

One of the pleasures of valley riding is the diverse array of nature encountered along the way. Sticking to trails helps preserve fragile ecosystems and making plenty of noise along the way prevents unwanted attention from wild animals.

“When you’re on the trails be aware of wildlife; keep making noise letting animals know that you’re around,” Mr. Bergles added.

To find more about group rides, and cycling in the valley visit www.columbiavalleycyclingsociety.org, email cvcyclingsociety@hotmail.com or join the CVSC Facebook group.

PEDAL POWER — Patrick Prendergast tears down one of the valley’s many biking trails. Photo by Kristian Rasmussen

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New bicycle pump track opens in Radium

By Lauren Gagatek Pioneer Intern A brand new cycling pump track and skill development area is now open in Radium Hot Springs, just in time for the May long weekend. Crews from the Columbia Valley Cycling Society, a local non-profit cycling group, have been hard at work to finish construction on the site, which is located beside Rotary Park.

The construction totals $23,000 in cost, which went towards the creation of two separate tracks, one for beginners and a shredder loop for more experienced individuals.

By using over 60 truckloads of dirt, the club has spent weeks moulding the two tracks into lumps, bumps and jumps that riders will fly over for the first time this weekend.

Pump tracks consist of banked corners called berms, and large bumps called rollers that can be jumped over. Tracks like these got their name because they can be ridden without pedaling, but by simply “pumping” the bicycle from one roller to the next using momentum and body weight. This activity provides a full body

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workout and teaches riders how to maintain and increase speed using terrain.

In the skill development park beside the two tracks, riders of all ages can also work on their bike handling and coordination.

To get to the new park from Invermere, follow the Highway 93/95 north to Radium Hot Springs. At the traffic light, turn left onto Forsters Landing Road, park in front of Rotary Park and follow the footpath to the track below.

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For a handy guide to everything to see and do during your visit, you can also pick up the Columbia Valley Map Book, available at locations across the valley.

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May 18th Opening day for Greywolf Golf Course at Panorama Mountain Village. Visit www.greywolfgolf.com.

Community Hall. Tickets $15, sold at The Book Bar, One Hour Photo, Radium Video, Fairmont Pizza and La Galleria in Fairmont.

Invermere. Visit www.columbiavalleyarts.com or phone 250-342-4423.

May 18th - 27th Daily, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.: Purcell Mountain Painters Group Art Show at Pynelogs Cultural Centre.

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May 26th Special Spring Market from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. at the Cranbrook Curling Rink.

May 18th - 20th Backwoods Blues Music Festival at Horsethief Hideout. Family event. Includes camping. $50 for adults, youth $25, kids 10-andunder free. For info: 250434-4444, 1-403-755-1545 or visit www.horsethiefhideout.ca.

May 18th - 27th Min Ma and Neil Patterson Exhibition at The Artym Gallery, Invermere.

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May 19th New work by Janice Tanton and Tresa Gibson.

Art demonstration from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. at Effusion Art Gallery and Glass Studio.

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May 27th 2 p.m. matinee performance of The Good Doctor performed by the Lake Windermere Players at the Invermere Community Hall. Tickets $15, sold at The Book Bar, One Hour Photo, Radium Video, Fairmont Pizza and La Galeria II in Fairmont.

May 29th - June 17th Daily, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.: Annual Art Show at Pynelogs Cultural Centre. Visit www.columbiavalleyarts.com or phone 250-342-4423.

JUNE June - September long weekend Invermere Farmers Market takes place in downtown Invermere. Homegrown, homemade produce plus music and art. Saturdays 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

June 1st 7 p.m.: Fresh Fridays Open Mic Night at Pynelogs Cultural Centre,

June 1st - August 31st The Windermere Valley Museum in Invermere is open for visitors from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., seven days a week. Visit www.windermerevalleymuseum.ca or phone 250-342-9769.

June 2nd - 3rd Canal Days for the village of Canal Flats. Parade, talent show, pancake breakfast, fun games, logging show and more. For info: 250.349.5462.

June 2nd - 3rd Marysville Days in Kimberley with parade, softball tournament, dance, flea market, artisans and more. Visit www.kimberleychamber.com.

June 5th Three Canadian Playwrights, Lucia Frangione, Jose Teodoro and Robert Plowman present readings from their plays at 7:30 p.m. At Pynelogs Cultural Centre. Admission by donation. Visit www. columbiavalleyarts.com or phone 250-342-4423.

June 8th - 15th Danny McBride Exhibition at The Artym Gallery, Invermere. Visit www.artymgallery.com or phone 250-342-7566.

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JUNE June 9th Radium Days, 10 a.m.

- 2 p.m. Fun festival for adults and kids including parade, games, presentations and display. Visit www.radiumhotsprings. com or call 250-347-9331.

June 8th - 10th Brits Best Classic Car Show in Radium Hot Springs. A display of classic MG and other British sports cars gather at the Radium Hot Springs Ball Park. Visit www.radiumhotsprings.com or call 250-347-9331.

June 12th Kimberley Lobster Festival at the Centennial Hall presented by Kimberley Rotary Club. Tickets are $65. Call 250-427-3666.

June 14th - 17th Sam Steele Days. Cranbrook’s annual city festival. Visit www.samsteeledays.org.

June 15th - 16th 1st Annual Kootenay Beer Festival at Mountainside Golf Course, Fairmont Hot Springs Resort. Visit www. fairmonthotsprings.com or phone 250-345-6000.

June 16th National Aboriginal Day Festival, 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. at Lakeshore Resort and Campground. Exhibits, artifacts, artisans, food, entertainment, drummers, and speakers.

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June 16th The Columbia Valley Relay for Life from 3 p.m. to 6 a.m. at David Thompson Secondary School.

The Canadian Cancer Society’s annual 12-hour, non-competitive, over-

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June 16th Branch Out Foundation Charity Bike Tour at Panorama Resort. Visit www. panoramaresort.com.

June 19th – July 1st Artist show featuring Val MacPhee, John Niddrie, Marty Ryan, Jim Lawrence, Tom Symington, Gerry George and Cathy Parkes at Pynelogs Cultural Centre. Visit www. columbiavalleyarts.com or phone 250-342-4423.

June 23rd - 24th Panorama Preview Weekend: Early Opening (Mile One Quad open Saturday – Sunday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.).

June 23rd Annual Radium Hot Springs Glass Art Show in the Radium Hot Springs Pool lobby. No admission required. Exhibition runs until October 31st. Visit hotsprings.ca or call 250347-9485.

June 23rd Cranbrook Farmer’s Market from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., in Rotary Park.

June 29th Panorama Resort Summer Operations Opening Day for Mountain Biking, Sightseeing, Fun Zone Activities. Visit www. panoramaresort.com or call 250-342-6941.

June 29th – July 6th Rod Charlesworth and Jeff Fleming Exhibition at The Artym Gallery, Invermere. Visit www. artymgallery.com or phone 250-342-7566.

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12 ~ Play ’n’ Stay • The Columbia Valley Pioneer

May 18, 2012

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