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June 29, 2012

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MIDNIGHT: Canada Day firework display in Invermere, put on by the Kinsmen Club. Set off near the Eddie Mountain Memorial Arena downtown. Best places to watch: beside the arena, Lakeview Road on the east side of Lake Windermere, Athalmer Beach at the north end of the lake, or from one of the many boats that anchor on the lake each year.

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10:30 - 2 p.m.: Get your photo taken with Mountie Marko (Staff Sgt. Marko Shehovac) and Rusty the Moose, at Artym Gallery in downtown Invermere.

11 a.m – 3 p.m.: Invermere Canada Day Celebrations. Downtown parade at 11 a.m., followed by Mountain Mosaic Festival of the Arts at Kinsmen Beach. Live music, arts, and entertainment, kid’s activities, and food vendors. For info: 250-342-4423.

12 p.m. - 4 p.m.: Canada Day celebrations at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort’s Base Camp. Inflatable playland, face painting, games, live music, and more.

10:30 p.m.: Watch Fairmont Hot Springs Resort’s free firework display. For more info, go to www. fairmonthotsprings.com or phone: 250-345-6000.

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June 29, 2012

Behind the scenes: fireworks Triathletes, get ready!

By Kelsey Verboom,, Pioneer Staff

Every year thousands of onlookers gather to gawk and the spectacular explosions during the Canada Day fireworks in Invermere. While hordes of appreciative spectators “oooooh” and “ahhhh” at the display, a crew of hardworking firework technicians scurry around in the darkness, making sure the show goes off without a hitch.

Father-and-son team Ross and Brandon Goodwin, along with Shawn Murray, Tyler Brockmeyer, and Shane Booty, are all certified to work with fireworks. Some of the men have been working on the Canada Day display for nearly 10 years.

Ross Goodwin, who has worked with explosives for the past 30 years as a blaster and driller with Westrock Mine, turned his fascination with shooting off fireworks with his family into an annual event on Canada Day. His son Brandon, who works locally as a truck driver, has since joined him and the other men, who coordinate and set off an entire truckload of fireworks on the big day.

The men start working at noon, and work setting up the elaborate collection of colourful explosives until darkness falls.

At midnight when the fireworks go off, and with the Invermere Fire Department standing nearby, they light the blasts with road flares or fuses, depending on the size of the firework.

“When you’re down there and hear people clapping and whooping at the show, it’s really worth it,” Ross said.

The bright display is put on by the Kinsmen Club, which fundraises thousands of dollars each year to make it happen.

Club member Steve Mantyka said the show wouldn’t be possible without generous donations from the community.

“It’s neat to listen to so many people celebrate being Canadian,” he added.

“It’s amazing that so many people show up to watch them. There are fireworks all over the place, but they come here to watch. Watch them with pride, and keep enjoying the Columbia Valley.”

To donate to the annual display, use donation boxes that are placed around town, or contact Steve Mantyka at 250-342-2445.

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The wilderness triathlon, now in its fifth year, is more than just a sporting contest, said organizer Lucas Rosneau: it’s a chance to explore new areas of Fairmont with fellow participants.

“It’s definitely an adventure,” he said. “It’s a proper, steep mountain bike course and our run is a true trail run ... We’re very proud of our location and the route.”

The adventure begins with a 600-metre swim in Fairmont Resort’s cool, mineral pool. Athletes then complete 10 kilometres of mountain bike trails before a five-kilometre trail run.

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The Fantastic 3 Triathlon is a nonprofit event, held to raise funds for the Fairmont Business Association and Fairmont Trails Society.

The sporting contest usually features a mix of new and returning athletes and is open to all ages with a moderate level of physical fitness, Mr. Rosneau said.

“You can take the course at your own pace,” he added. “Last year our fastest biker, for example, took 32 minutes, while our slowest was an hour and 15 minutes … The attitude is fun and adventure.”

Participants can sign up until 9 a.m. on July 1st, at a cost of $49 for individuals and $99 for teams. The price includes a swag bag, finish line food and drinks, a barbecue and prize draw.

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High waters require caution when boating

By Kate Irwin Pioneer Staff Boaters beware: the valley’s rivers are raging and lakes are overflowing as snowmelt and rainwater combine to create unusually high water levels.

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This has pushed water levels above those commonly seen at this time of year, making conditions challenging for those taking to the water. The rising waters have caused road closures, bridge washouts and disruption for watersports enthusiasts looking to paddle the local rivers.

“I wouldn’t send people down the river from Invermere right now unless they have experience,” said Penny Powers, owner of Columbia River Kayak and Canoe, which runs guided and self guided paddle trips.

“You actually can’t get under the railway bridge by the wetlands ... the water is higher there than I’ve ever seen it. You can just fit a kayak under but you’d have to lay totally flat to make it.”

Whirlpools, sweeping branches and fast currents face paddlers who decide to tackle the stretch of river between Invermere and Radium Hot Springs. To keep customers safe, the boat rental and guiding company has closed off all river trips north of Invermere.

They are instead transporting boaters upriver to Fairmont Hot Springs, where they can paddle a milder stretch of Columbia River to Lake Windermere.

“The lakes are fine but it can be dangerous in fast-flowing sections of the river,” Ms. Powers said.

“Anyone looking to navigate the river north of the wetlands should investigate

the route from the shoreline first … especially around bridges and in narrow areas where the water’s flowing faster.”

But the news isn’t all bad for those hoping to tackle the waterways. Less experienced canoers and kayakers can still rent boats from Invermere and paddle on Lake Windermere, while those with their own equipment have a choice of lakes and slower sections of river to explore.

The tumultuous river conditions can provide just the right blend of fun and adventure for guided whitewater rafting trips, which are offered on Toby Creek near Panorama Mountain Village.

“We always look at the river and if the water is above a certain mark we know it’s too high to take a trip out,” said Ryan Johannesen of Glacier Raft Company which offers rafting on Toby Creek and float trips from Fairmont Hot Springs.

“Going out with an experienced guide is totally different than heading out on the water by yourself — I would not recommend that right now.”

With rising water levels across British Columbia, the provincial government has released the following tips to help recreational boaters enjoy the water responsibly: • Do not boat in flooded areas unless absolutely necessary.

• Watch out for debris and submerged objects.

• Docks and loading areas may be damaged by the high water conditions.

Do not rely on their safety.

• Flooded shorelines are extremely vulnerable to damage from boat wake and prop wash. Reduce speed to 10 km/ hr within 30 metres of the shoreline.

Alcohol is a factor in 40 per cent of all boat-related fatalities, the province reported. The same rules which prohibit driving while impaired apply to vessels.

Anyone caught operating a boat with a blood alcohol level more than .08 faces a fine of $600 or more or jail time.

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What to do this July JULY – SEPT. Invermere Farmers Market every Saturday from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., downtown Invermere.

Music on Main and Market on Main - Radium Visitor Centre, Radium Hot Springs.

9 a.m. – 2 p.m.: Fairmont Lions Club Garage Sale @ Real Storage, Windermere.

JULY 8th 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.: Summer Sunday Afternoon Picnic at the Elk Park Ranch. To book and for info: tklarsen1@hotmail.com.

Live local bands every Friday and Saturday, 7 – 9 p.m.

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Farmers and craft market every Friday 4 – 8 p.m. in downtown Radium. Phone 250-347-9331.

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For a list of Canada Day celebrations, see page 2 of the Play and Stay section.

Heart of the Rockies Triathlon – an Olympic distance triathlon in Invermere. Kids of Steel triathlon on Saturday, adult triathlon on Sunday.

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10 a.m.: Fairmont Hot Springs Family Triathlon . $39/person, $79/ team, includes BBQ and goodies. For info: 250-345-6311.

11 a.m. – 5 p.m.: Purcell Mountain Painters, Radium Outdoor Show and Sale at the Village Country Inn and Farside Tea Shoppe, Radium. For info: 250-341-5792.

Parks Canada: Free admission!

Watch for giveaways and stay for an evening theatre and more fun.

Xplorers Kid’s Program, daily beginning July 1st. Children 6-11.

Xplorers booklet available at the Kootenay Visitor Centre. For info: 250-347-9505.

JULY 3rd - 15th Artist show featuring Alice Hale, George Oliver, Mary Kate Woodward, Bill DesBrisay, Neal Panton, and Carney Odendag at Pynelogs Cultural Centre. Visit www.columbiavalleyarts.com or phone: 250-342-4423.

JULY 6th 10:30 a.m.: Preschool Story time at the Invermere Public Library. Every Friday though out the summer. For info: 250-342-6416.

1:30 – 3:30 p.m.: Grades 1-5 dropin program at the Invermere Public Library. Every Friday through out the summer. For info: 250-342-6416.

JULY 7th Steamboat Mountain Music Festival at Edgewater School. Local musicians as well as headliners John Reischman and the Jaybirds, Maria in the Shower, and more. Visit www.steamboatmtnmusicfest.ca or phone: 250-347-9860.

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JULY 14th 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.: The Big Book Sale hosted by Invermere Public Library at Invermere Community Hall.

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Hoodstock: Outdoor music festival.

Food, vendors, beer garderns, all ages. For info: www.hoodstock.info.

JULY 16th 2012 Lake Windermere Photo Contest: contest theme: “A Moment on Lake Windermere”. Entries due July 16th to: info@lakeambassadors. ca. For info: 250-341-6898.

JULY 17th 7 p.m.: Sandy Bonny, author of “The Sometimes Lake” will be at the Invermere Public Library. For info: 250-342-6416.

11 a.m. – 4 p.m.: Elk Park Upper Ranch Market. For info: tklarsen1@ hotmail.com.

July 17th-29th Artist Show, Innocavation: A Fresh Look at Art, featuring Joshua Estabrooks, Jim Robertson, Deanna Gauthier, Japhy Hunt, Kyle Burley, Caio Paagman, and Patrick Markle at Pynelogs Cultural Centre. Visit www. columbiavalleyarts.com or phone: 250-342-4423.

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June 29, 2012

Learning to walk among the clouds

By Kate Irwin Pioneer Staff Running off the edge of a mountain with some bits of string tied to a chunk of fabric feels safer than it should. With the sun in the sky and the wind in our faces, a small group of pilots-in-training gathered on Mount Swansea earlier this month to do just that.

The journey to my first solo high flight (5,655 feet, to be precise) came after a two-week crash course in the sport. Our mix of eight rookie and experienced pilots took part in a training course with ebullient local gliding enthusiast Max Fanderl, who pushed, prodded and goaded us into our first tiny flights.

The thrill of that snatched air time while racing down small hills in Brisco gave me a tantalizing taste of what was to come.

As a total newcomer to gliding, I was blown away by the speed and ease of learning to fly. With equipment compact enough to pack down into a large backpack, paragliding is the most portable, simple method of getting airborne.

The mechanics are very straightforward. The paraglider canopy (wing) is a polyester or nylon airfoil.

Wings vary in size depending on the weight and skill of the pilot and are connected to their passenger with a series of reinforced lines made of Kevlar or similar materials. Although they look very thin, these lines are incredibly strong.

When unwrapping a glider for the first time at the end of our first theory session, the tangle of threads baffled me. We’d set up in a field just beside Max’s house and I was handed a pack the size of a small child to puzzle over.

“I prefer to pack the wing and the harness attached together,” Max told us. “It doesn’t get as tangled.”

Minutes later, drowning in threads, I understood why. A modern paraglider wing has from 300 to 450 metres of lines in a mish-mash of colours.

To help control the wing (and likely prevent pilots from going insane after hours of untangling) these lines are grouped together and attached to reinforced “handles” called risers.

These are used when a pilot readies for takeoff by inflating the wing and for ground handling (flying the wing like a kite while on the ground).

As a newbie, inflating the wing wasn’t high on my agenda for day one. By the time I’d wrested my way into the harness, a colourful patchwork of canopies was already filling the field around me.

Fortunately I’d been paired with a fellow beginner, Julie Neville, and together we tussled with our equipment, getting the wing and lines spread out on the ground ready to fly.

HOP, SKIP AND A JUMP — Invermere’s Jim McGilvery shows how it’s done — inflating the canopy through a mixture of forward momentum and guiding the lines with by hand.

Photo by Kate Irwin Unlike parachuting, where adrenaline junkies are at the mercy of their chute opening, paragliding wings are inflated and visually checked before pilots run off the edge of anything.

The first step, after familiarization with the equipment and learning to safely strap in, is this inflation.

With the sun dipping in the sky and my head swimming with new information, I found myself in the driving seat sooner than expected as Max appeared and asked who wanted to give it a try.

“Well, this is what I’m here for,” my brain reminded me as we clipped my harness onto the risers.

Forward momentum and a bit of a breeze are needed to get the cells of the airfoil to inflate. After a quick ‘how to’ from Max, I counted down in my head and started running, yanking the risers in my hand forward to guide the wing up.

At my inexpert touch, the wing inflated and made it part-way up before crashing back down to earth. A few more repetitions elicited the same response until something clicked in my brain and the wing soared into the air. Whooping excitedly I forgot what I was doing, stopped running and, with a thump, it was back on the ground again.

It’s utterly exhilarating to feel that first surge of power as you harness the wind. With a taste of that, I keenly threw myself into practice inflations and ground

handling at our next session.

By day three we were ready for the big leagues (in actuality, teeny little slopes in Brisco!).

The most common mistake among new pilots, Max had confided, is not getting enough ground time before heading into the sky.

With that in mind, we spent an incredibly lengthy, sun-drenched day running down slopes in Brisco, which is where the real highs and lows of the sport revealed themselves. At its best — the first snatches of flight, the satisfaction of harnessing the surging wind — it’s magical. At its worst — scrambling hikes followed by inclement weather aborting all launches — it reduces you to a frustrated, sweaty wreck.

Particularly in the early days, paragliding can kick your butt.

While being attached to a gigantic kite is great while a pilot is in control of it, a stout wind can be a game changer. My first encounter with this came midafternoon, watching a fellow pilot getting dragged face first across some particularly scrubby ground (which, by the way, is hilarious when it’s not happening to you!).

But it was as the day in Brisco waned that I discovered the element that continues to test me with the sport to this day: patience. . . . Continued on Play ‘n’ Stay page 7

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After a brutal scramble to our first proper launch site, about 1,200 feet from the valley floor, hearts pounding, Julie and I, along with coursemates Tomaz Stich and Dwayne Stringer, watched our fellow pilots launch. All kitted up, with adrenaline pumping and my wing clipped in, I waited for the wind to die down so I could do my first flight.

Sadly, it was not to be. For beginners, the right wind conditions are crucial. It’s the difference between getting blown miles off course and touching down lightly in your field of choice.

While my eagerness and determination not to face the hike down again might have caused me just to go for it if left to my own devices, Max wisely talked me down due to the wind strength. I sloped back to the truck, tail between my legs, on the brink of exhaustion and bristling with annoyance.

But after a couple more theory sessions, the following weekend found our ragtag group ditching Brisco in favour of Mount Swansea, where I finally got the flight I craved.

Swansea endeared itself to me from the beginning. Firstly, I’d launched off there in a tandem flight with Max a couple of years prior. Secondly, the hike from the upper parking lot is a breeze with a 40 or 50 pound pack digging into your shoulders.

Our spotter (who would help guide us down by radio) launched first, and after a couple more pilots hi the sky, it was my turn. Hooked in and helmet on, I gazed down the steep stretch of slope between me and a rather nasty fall.

The worst thing you can do is half commit to a launch, Max reminded us, and with his nod, I whisked my wing into the air with ease and started sprinting. With wind rushing over the surface of the wing, physics kicked in and suddenly I felt the upward pull of lift for the first time.

After a couple of steps I found myself running into the sky, feet connecting with nothing but air.

I was flying!

After a couple of unashamed whoops of joy I settled into exploring my new frontier: the sky. Floating up into the blue, birds as my companions, my frustrations and worries melted away. By the time I’d landed, I was hooked.

FLOAT LIKE A BUTTERFLY — A group of trainee paraglider pilots get their first practice launches at a private flying site in Brisco. Pictured, top: Nathan Livingston helps Karen Girouard with a reverse launch. Right: David Gorzitza comes in for a landing following the group’s first solo flights from Mount Swansea, just east of Windermere.

Opposite page: Jim McGilvery of Invermere races down a small slope, gaining the forward momentum needed to launch his wing into the air in low wind conditions.

Photos by Kate Irwin

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June 29, 2012

Campers prepare to play all summer

By Kristian Rasmussen Pioneer Staff Bats, balls, and buds are in again. Summer camp season is fast approaching in the Columbia Valley with both the Rocky Mountain Sports Camp and the Adventure Radium summer camp.

The Adventure Radium program is run by the Village of Radium Hot Springs and allows campers to drop in for a day, or join in the fun for the entire summer.

“There is such a variety of participants who come from all over B.C. and Alberta and hang out with the local kids,” said Jill Logan, camp organizer at the Village of Radium Hot Springs.

“It is a great way for different kids to interact with each other.”

The group meets at Legends Field in Radium and is structured around a creative schedule that includes, water activities, arts and crafts, sports and games, and a very popular overnight camp at the end of August.

“We have kids that have never camped in the first place, and have never been overnight away from their parents,” Ms. Logan said. “It is really good exposure for the kids.”

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The Rocky Mountain Sports Camp is heading to J.A.

Laird Elementary for a summer season of games, giggles, and great friends.

“I want lots of people to come out,” said Tess Cassidy, camp organizer. “This year is going to be lots of fun.”

The summer camp features a wide variety of different games and activities for the kids. Monday’s and Tuesday’s are based around traditional sports like volleyball and basketball. As the week progresses the team gets a little more creative, with activities like belly-flop baseball, different variations of dodgeball and a mini-olympics.

“I think that the camp really helps kids with their social skills,” Ms. Cassidy said.

“The fresh air in the summer mixed with an active lifestyle is the best thing for kids.”

The program usually has a range of participants between the ages of six and 12 and therefore stresses cooperation versus competitiveness among campers.

“You get that interaction that teaches kids how to work as a team at a younger age and solve problems together,” she added.

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CAMP COMMANDER — ­ Tess Cassidy will be running the Rocky Mountain Sports Camp at J.A. Laird Elementary.

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July 19th 10 a.m.: Norden the Magician at Christ Church Trinity, 110 7th Ave. Free. For info: 250-342-6416.

July 20th Bull Riding in the Rockies: Dinner, auction, null riding, and dance on the corner of 13th Street and 4th Avenue, Invermere. Visit www.columbiavalleysummerlude. com or phone: 250-342-6908.

July 20th-22nd JulyFest in Kimberly featuring the Canadian Bocce Championships, homecoming parade, tennis festival, volleyball and soccer tournaments, extreme stand-up skateboard race and more. Visit www. kimberlyjulyfest.com.

July 21st 1 – 4 p.m.: Parks Day. Learn about Kootenay’s animals and plants. For info:250-347-9505.

July 21st 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.: Valley Appreciation Day. Pancake breakfast, logging show, bouncy castle, and live entertainment in

2 – 6 p.m.: Lake Windermere Regatta. Fun competitions and contests, educational displays, sailing races, canoe and kayak races, sandcastle and boat building contest and more. Visit www. columbiavalleysummerlude.com or phone: 250-341-6898.

Crazy Soles Nipika Trail Run: The fifth annual Nipika Trail Run has three routes with a variety of distances from three to 25 kilometers at Nipika Mountain Resort. Visit www.crazysoles.ca or www.nipika.com or phone: 250342-2074.

July 21st-27th Angela Morgan Exhibition at The Artym Gallery, Invermere. Visit www.artymgallery.com or phone: 250-342-7566.

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Join us in celebrating Edgewater’s 100th year!

July 6th, 7th & 8th 2012 marks 100 years for the town of Edgewater and on the weekend of July 7th and 8th we are inviting you to join us for a weekend full of activities to celebrate!

Events include a pancake breakfast, 9 a.m. Sunday, followed by a parade at 10 p.m., family events and games, duck race, pioneer tea. Lots to see and do.

Get together with friends and family and share this wonderful celebration!

Hope to see you here!

YEAR-ROUND RV & PARK YEAR-ROUND MODEL LOTS FOR SALE RV & PARK MODEL LOTS FOR SALE

Did you know?

Exotic rainforests aren’t the only place to find insect-eating plants. Nearby in Kootenay National Park, the carnivorous Butterwort flower traps insects on the sticky coating of its leaves, and digests the small critters using enzymes. Butterworts need to do this because they typically grow in poor mineral soils. A good spot to see Butterworts in Kootenay National Park is in the wet areas along the highway at Numa Flats, near Numa Falls, located 68 kilometres from Radium Hot Springs along Highway 93. The plants bloom into July, but are still recognizable with out flowers by their unique leaves.

Photo by Larry Halverson

Canada Day Long Weekend Specials Canadian Made

Carpet

at $1 a sq.ft. plus install.

Canadian made

Laminate

Located along the Dutch Creek in a quiet setting with paved roads. Every lot backs onto a natural forested green space which can be up to several hundred feet.

12 mil with pad attached $1.89 sq.ft.

Canadian made

Fiber Floor Lino $1.50 sq.ft. plus install.

Canadian made

Solid Maple 3 1/4” maple $5.50 sq.ft.

The treed lots range in size from 5,000 to 13,000 square feet, serviced for year-round use with water, sewer, 70 amp power, cable TV, and high-speed Internet.

Deeded ownership starting at $62,300.00 This unique RV community boasts 5 km south of Fairmont HotofSprings, BC spectacular views the Rocky Mountains and the• 250-345-6558 Hoodoos. www.dutchcreekresort.com These beautiful treed lots range in size from 5,000 to over 12,800 square feet.

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The Columbia Valley Pioneer • Play ’n’ Stay ~ 11

June 29, 2012

Valley Open Houses

800 Lakeview Meadows Road Sunday, July 1st ,1 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Sunday, July 1st, 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.

4737 Blakley, Radium Hot Springs

This spectacular 1½ storey custom-built timberframe home with 3-car garage in Lakeview Meadows offers you a gourmet kitchen with professional stainless steel appliances, solid cherry cabinets, granite countertops, Spa master bathroom, premium fully-equipped theatre/media room, and two, 2-sided see-thru view floor to ceiling propane fireplaces, including the dramatic great room centerpiece, a 26-foot fireplace with Rundle rustic natural stone. This stunning property has so many extras, it is definitely a must see! MLS#Exclusive

Immaculate family home, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, developed basement, hardwood.

MLS# K206958

$345,000

$1,499,000

Houses For Sale #15 925 Lakeview Meadows Glen Pristine 3-bedroom, 3-bath townhome. Lakeview Meadows amenities (beach, rec centre etc). Tons of upgrades; furnished. MLS# K210719

$519,000

882 Copperview Close Unbeatable Lakeview Meadows value. 4-bedroom (2 masters), 4-bath. Upgraded throughout. MLS# K211387

$699,000

2206 13th Ave This one owner only, 3-bedroom home in Westside Park is in immaculate shape and ready to move in with NO improvements needed. Master bedroom with ensuite and mountain views. Propane fireplace, large kitchen with island. Great starter in a most affordable price range! MLS K211598

$304,000

1650 Johnston Road This open concept home (2,760 sq.ft. on 2.1 acres), designed by local architect Mark Hendrickson, has an extralarge kitchen, comes with eating bar, fir cabinetry with large pantry. Large dining area with heated floor.

Spacious master bedroom with ensuite. Main floor laundry. Wonderful cozy living room and large family room downstairs. This is a must see since there are too many details to mention! MLS K210260

Unit #333, 701, 14A Crescent, Invermere Location, location is what you have with this 2-bedroom plus den, 2-full-bath condo. Spectacular lake and mountain views will keep you in awe. Laminate flooring, vaulted ceilings, feature fireplace, stainless steel appliances, bathrooms have tile floors and double-headed showers. This unit is first class in every sense!

Includes swimming pool, hot tub, fitness facilities and is just a short stroll to the beach and downtown. MLS# K213630

$389,000

1324, 12th Avenue, Invermere Located only a short stroll to Kinsmen Beach and downtown Invermere. This newly renovated and completely updated 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom home offers you a great living plan, family room with wood stove, office or 4th bedroom. Fireplace, large fenced-in yard and double garage accent the beautiful curb appeal this home has to offer. The mountain views from the deck are a must-see. MLS# K210822

$499,000 Unit 12, 2002 Panorama Drive, Panorama, Imagine your own 3-bedroom townhome on Toby Creek just steps from the gondola to Panorama Mountain Village. Quiet and peaceful but close to the fun, too. Newly painted and carpeted means you only need to bring your skis, bikes and golf clubs. Fully furnished and NO HST! MLS# K210217

$399,000

5182 Juniper Heights Road, Invermere Peaceful rural setting. 1.9 acres of woods, garden and lawn for your dream lifestyle. Modern hot tub included with a private view of nature at its best. This home is built to last and has the character and features you will appreciate for years to come. 4 bedrooms, walk-out basement, large double-attached garage, play house, wood shed. It’s a must-see! MLS: # K197750

$525,000

$ 995,000

168 Indian Beach Estate Well-kept cottage in Indian Beach Estate. This beautiful home has wonderful views to the east (Fairmont Mountain Range), and the west as well. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a single-car garage, vaulted pine living room ceiling and wood burning fireplace. Extra-large walk-around deck and exceptionally well maintained.

MLS K212519

1955 Campbell Road, Parson All the privacy and space you could ever want, yet close to all the conveniences. 158 acres with pasture, forest, barns and a charming home tucked up against the Rocky Mountains. A magnificent setting to enjoy all that nature can give. Fifteen minute drive to Golden and world famous heli-hiking and skiing. Pasture and forest cover this gently sloped land. Crown land on two sides. Possible subdivision. MLS #K213833

$299,990

$1,100,000

926-7th Avenue, Invermere, B.C. (next door to Fairmont Goldsmiths)

Maxwell Realty Invermere

Office: (250) 341-6044 • Fax: (250) 341-6046 www.maxwellrealtyinvermere.ca

DANIEL ZURGILGEN 250-342-1612

SCOTT WALLACE 250-342-5309

BERNIE RAVEN 250-342-7415

GLENN POMEROY 250-270-0666

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

June 29, 2012

Home Between the Ranges

On the north edge of the Village of Radium Hot Springs, BC,cradled in the embrace of the monumental Rocky Mountains to the east and the soaring Purcells to the west, reside 4,200 acres of rugged wilderness ready for you to call home.

Offering single family homesites, duplex villas and estate acreages.

Plus private ranches from 36-480 acres STARTING AT $119,000

1-877-347-6838 www.elkparkranch.com

RESORT TO

BEAUTIFUL LIVING Borrego Ridge in Radium, BC, is one of North America’s premier resort destinations, with 40 alpine-styled townhomes and luxury bungalow villas. Enjoy championship golf courses, whitewater rafting, hiking, mountain biking, fishing, trail riding, boating, shopping or just relax in one of the many restaurants.

Starting at $274,900. Welcome to the perfect mountain lifestyle.

Borrego Ridge Sales Centre in Radium Hot Springs 1.877.347.6838 www.schickedanzwest.com