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The return of spring brings many wonderful things. Driving is a pleasure again and camping, boating, RVing, ATVing, motorcycling, outdoor activities, and many more adventures are just around the corner.

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ELCOME TO KTW’s annual spring Road to Adventure guide.

As we drive into spring, it’s time to pack up the car and hit the road.

It was a long winter and, as the final snow melts, you are no doubt itching to get out and experience all of what B.C.’s Interior has to offer.

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In the pages to come, you will find helpful tips to prepare you before arriving at your destination.

Is your car ready for a road trip? On page C5, we’ll tell you what to get checked before you leave and, on page C15, how to make sure your tires can withstand the kilometres you’ll put on them.

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Tips for crossing the border can be found on page C10 and things to consider when bringing along the family pet are on page C6.

No matter the destination, it’s all about the journey, so take a read, prepare yourself and enjoy the ride.

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Road-trip ready?

You’ve got your tunes, you’ve packed snacks and you’ve programmed the GPS. You might be road-trip ready but, after battling the winter weather, is your vehicle?

During the warmer months, we tend to spend more time in our cars. According to Statistics Canada, drivers average 86.7 billion kilometres between July and September, the busiest quarter of the year.

So, it’s not difficult to see that getting your car ready for these summer conditions is crucial for accident prevention and optimal fuel economy.

“Most of us take steps to prepare our cars for winter, but doing the same for summer driving is just as critical,” said Mauro Convertini, an insurance expert from Aviva Canada.

“Before embarking on a road-trip, drivers should take a few moments to make sure their car is ready to roam the summer streets.”

Convertini recommended the following: • Check your tires: Use all-season tires and maintain your tire pressure, as both will improve your vehicle’s fuel economy in warmer weather.

• Get rain ready: Replace your windshield wipers, which may be cracked or torn from ice, snow, salt and extreme temperatures.

• Check air conditioning: There’s nothing worse than losing your air conditioning on a hot sunny day. You could have an issue if it can’t produce or preserve temperatures that are 10 C below the outside air.

• Cool your car: Sitting in traffic on a hot day is tough on your car’s cooling system. Ask your mechanic to check your coolant levels at the start of the season.

• Fight salt damage: Replacing a salt-clogged air filter gets you more kilometres per litre.

With these tips in mind, you will be ready for your next road adventure. More information is available from your insurance broker or online at avivacanada.com.

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Keep your vehicle tuned up

Improvement in gas mileage

This is one of the major benefits offered by routine oil change. If the engine oil is not changed from a long time, it becomes less viscous and starts losing its ability to lubricate and protect elements of engine.

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Oil plays an important role in providing lubrication in the engine.

Apart from lubricating engine parts, the oil also performs other important roles like cleaning of engine, reducing pollutants, stopping the formation of sludge and cooling the vehicle.

But, if it is not changed on a regular basis, it can result in engine failure and wear and tear, thus causing huge loss in terms of vehicle performance.

Some of the major benefits offered by oil change include improved gas mileage, improved engine-stability and life, increased performance etc.

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This is another important benefit offered by regular oil change to vehicle owners.

It improves the life of the engine, thus making it functional for years to come.

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Getting oil change performed by an autoservice centre is a good decision.

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Travelling with Fido?

As many as nine in 10 Canadians say they intend to travel in the next 24 months, so there will likely be a lot of families packing up and hitting the road soon.

Many folks feel that their pets are an important part of the family so those needs are also considered when making travel arrangements.

Here are a few tips to ensure your petinclusive vacation is a success for everyone:

Plan ahead

Map out your stops and call ahead to ensure that your lodging, whether it’s a hotel or a campground, is animal friendly.

“Rest breaks are very important when traveling with pets,” explains Dr. Colleen Skavinsky, the chief veterinary officer for Petsecure, a pet insurance provider.

“Stop every few hours for quick dog walks or kitty litter use, and offer water frequently to all pets.”

Ease your pet into traveling

Give the little one a chance to get comfortable in a carrier, crate, or animal seatbelt before your trip to reduce crying or discomfort when it comes time for a long journey.

If motion sickness or anxiety is an issue, consult your veterinarian for recommendations about your pet’s particular condition.

If you’re traveling to the United States and plan to bring along Fido, you will need to provide a current rabies vaccination certificate when you cross the border.

Schedule an appointment with your vet prior to the trip to confirm that your pet has

all required boosters.

The doctor may advise additional preventive measures to protect your pet against any diseases commonly encountered at your travel destination.

Identify your pet

This should be done in multiple waysthrough collar and tag, tattoo, and microchip in the unfortunate event that they get lost.

Microchip databases are international and make tracking down your lost animal easier across provinces and borders.

Animal insurance providers like Petsecure offer medical coverage, which protects your furry friend against accidents and illness across Canada and the continental U.S.A. This provider also offers holiday cancellation insurance should your pet become seriously ill while you are on vacation.

Check out the Petsecure Vet Locator app to help you to track down a nearby veterinarian when you’re on the go.

While it is difficult for many of us to imagine time away from our furry family members, no pet owner wants to subject them to discomfort and anxiety that could be dangerous to their health.

“Travel may not be the best option for senior cats and dogs or those animals with significant medical conditions,” says Dr. Skavinsky.

“Your veterinarian can help you with the decision and suggest alternative arrangements if you choose to keep your pet at home.”

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Heading south? Be prepared Every spring, Canadians take to the road in great numbers, exploring their own provinces, setting out across the country, or heading south of the border.

As road-trip season quickly approaches, this is the perfect time to revisit your insurance policy to make sure you have all the coverage you will need. The following tips will prepare you for your journey:

Understand your vehicle insurance

While all Canadian drivers are required to have automobile insurance, just what that entails is not always clear.

Many of us have a basic understanding, yet according to a study from Western Financial Group, only 22 per cent are extremely confident they know what they are covered for.

“Before turning the key, ask your provider if you’re covered for bodily injury, accident benefits, and emergency road service,” said Shirley Parchoma, a regional director with Western Financial Group.

“It is imperative that you understand your policy in order to be protected, especially when traveling outside of your province or country.”

Get medical insurance when driving in the United States

Many Canadians don’t do this. Even the shortest road trip to the states, such as

day spent cross-border shopping, comes with risks.

Given the potential for exorbitant medical costs should an emergency arise, it is essential that you are covered.

Consider year-round travel coverage “People tend to assume that yearround travel coverage is expensive, yet never bother to truly evaluate their options,” said Parchoma.

“Annual policies are very affordable and ideally suited to almost everyone that travels across the border, even occasionally.”

Pack appropriate documentation and contact information You have the correct vehicle and travel coverage, you planned your route, and you packed your bags, so what else do you need to do?

One more thing: Gather all your documentation, from up-to-date prescriptions and contact information for your insurance broker to identification for everyone in your party, including children.

That way, should the need arise, you will have the correct resources do deal with any eventuality.

Now that you have the right protection, you can focus on the things that really matter, like pretty views, quirky attractions, and convenient rest stops.

Additional information on this topic is available at westernfinancialgroup.ca.

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What to do when you’re in an accident

Being in a car accident can be overwhelming and confusing, but knowing what to do can help alleviate some of the stress.

“Being in a car accident is an unnerving experience so it’s easy to lose focus in the moments afterward,” said Tim Bzowey, vice-president of home and auto at RBC Insurance.

“However, if prepared, drivers can avoid making harmful and expensive decisions immediately following a collision.”

Here are a few things to keep in mind if you’re ever in a car accident.

Do: • Stay calm, keep yourself and others safe, if you can’t get out of your car turn on your hazard lights, if anyone is injured call 911.

• Call your insurance company right away, let a trained insurance professional handle all the details for you.

• Exchange information with the other drivers involved, such as their names, addresses, phone numbers, licence information, insurance company and policy number.

• Obtain the contact information of any witnesses at the scene.

• Take photographs of the accident, such as car damage and road conditions.

Don’t: • Move anyone who is injured. You should wait for medical help to arrive.

• Leave the scene of the accident.

• Accept a direct offer of payment of damage from the other driver. Settling for direct payment may not be as advantageous as it seems. If you’re not at fault, the accident won’t affect your driving record nor will you have to pay a deductible.

• Sign any documents other than the police report.

• Authorize repairs immediately. Your insurance adjuster may refer you to a repair facility where the repair comes with a guarantee.

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Vehicle must be purchased, registered and delivered by April 30, 2014. Cash incentives include taxes and are applied after taxes have been charged on the full amount of the negotiated price. See toyota.ca for complete details on all cash back offers. ‡‡‡‡Semi-monthly lease offer available through Toyota Financial Services on approved credit to qualified retail customers on most 48 and 60 month leases (including Stretch leases) of new and demonstrator Toyota vehicles. First semi-monthly payment due at lease inception and next monthly payment due approximately 15 days later and semi-monthly thereafter throughout the term. Toyota Financial Services will waive the final payment. Semi-monthly lease offer can be combined with most other offers excluding the First Payment Free and Encore offers.

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Child-seat safety The BCAA Road Safety Foundation has designated June as Child Passenger Safety Month, a time to promote the importance of using the right child car or booster seat for the children you drive.

The foundation is reminding parents and caregivers that, in B.C., all drivers are responsible for transporting all children in age- and weight-appropriate child car seats or booster seats until the child’s ninth birthday.

It doesn’t matter if the trip is a short one to the store or a road trip to see the grandparents.

Transport Canada recently announced new childrestraint system and booster-seat requirements.

The new regulations use the most up-to-date technology available for Canadian testing requirements and ensure an appropriate minimum level of safety for children.

Car crashes are one of the leading causes of accidental death among children in this province.

According to the Insurance Corporation of British Columbia (ICBC), an average of 90 people are killed each year as a result of not being properly restrained in a vehicle. Approximately eight of those are under the age of 12.

Using a child car seat or booster seat can significantly reduce the risk of injury and death.

The child-passenger safety section of the BCAA Road Safety Foundation’s website has valuable information for parents including a buying guide for car seats, details about car seat use and a calendar of new parent workshops and one-to-one Instructional Clinics.

The BCAA RSF/ICBC Child Passenger Safety Program educates parents and caregivers about the importance of child passenger safety on their childseatinfo.ca web page, through its toll-free information line 1-877-247-5551, and by supporting workshops throughout the province.

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Are your tires ready?

Be tire smart by making sure your tires have sufficient tread depth and are properly inflated With the summer driving season nearly upon us, Canada’s tire makers want drivers to get into the groove with their tires by measuring tread depth.

Why is tread depth important? When even a moderate summer thunder storm strikes, the traction and stopping capabilities of tires nearing the end of their service life can be substantially reduced, particularly at highway speeds.

Sufficient tread depth is what allows tires to grip rain covered roads and provide the traction required for control and braking capability.

As every driver who has ever had to make a panic stop on a rain-slicked highway knows, the ability to stop quickly can spell the difference between a stressful driving experience and a serious collision.

Longer stopping distances, hydroplaning When the tread becomes too worn and the tread

grooves become too shallow, a tire’s ability to efficiently evacuate water is considerably reduced. This can lead to hydroplaning where the tire loses contact with the road’s surface and floats on top of the water, resulting in a loss of tire grip or traction. When this occurs, the distance needed to stop in a panic braking situation increases significantly.

Hydroplaning, which is extremely dangerous, can also result in a complete loss of control.

A recent U.S. tire study demonstrates how dramaticaly stopping distances can increase on wet roadways depending on tire wear.

The study measured panic stopping distances at highway speeds on wet asphalt (equivilant to a moderate rain shower), comparing new tires with partially and fully worn tires.

Not surprisingly, the shortest stopping distance was on new tires with 10/32nds of an inch (8mm) of tread depth. In the demonstration, tires three quarters worn to a tread depth of 4/32nds of an inch (3.2mm)

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On fully worn tires with tread depth at the legal limit of 2/32nds of an inch(1.6mm), the stopping distance was lengthened by yet another seven car lengths.

This study shows that, over the first three quarters of tire tread life, the stopping distance can increase by seven car lengths.

It also illustrates how stopping distance can lengthen further over the last one quarter of tread life (from 4/32nds (3.2mm) to 2/32nds (1.6mm) of an inch) by another seven car lengths.

Proper tire inflation Proper tire inflation is a safe driving essential in all driving conditions. Tire under-inflation increases stopping distance and hampers performance by lessening vehicle stability, particularly when cornering.

Tire makers strongly recommend that drivers measure their tire pressures monthly to ensure they are always inflated to the vehicle manufacturer’s recommendation. ”Taking five minutes each month to measure and, if necessary, adjust your tire pressures safeguards optimal tire performance,” said Glenn Maidment, president

of the rubber association of Canada.. “Beyond being the leading cause of tire failure and premature wear, underinflation also wastes fuel and harms the environment.”

An under-inflated tire wastes fuel because it does not roll as easily as it was intended.

The increased rolling resistance, which worsens with the degree of under-inflation, requires the vehicle’s motor to burn more fuel to push the vehicle down the road.

According to the RAC, a motorist who drives 20,000 kilometres per year can save as much as $100 in fuel simply be ensuring their tires are inflated to the

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For drivers who log many more kilometres over the course of a year the saving can be considerably higher.

The pricetag for ignoring tire inflation is high.

Canadian drivers rolling on under-inflated tires are expected to waste more than 500 million litres of fuel in 2013.

That is enough fuel to power 250,000 vehicles for a full year.

According to RAC research, one third of Canada’s 21 million vehicles have at least one under-inflated tire and only 30 per cent of drivers measure their tire pressures monthly.

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The destination starts here

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We want to share some of the many things you can do during your break, whether it be an active adventure or just kicking back and relaxing.

The following pages are all about the destination.

Looking to get out on the water? On page C18, we’ll tell you how to paddle away on a kayak trip.

What about landing that famous Kamloops trout? Fishing tips can be found on page C28.

More interested in staying on land? Everything you need to know about maintaining your quad and using a winch can be found on pages C21 and C22.

And, don’t forget your motorcycle safety — that’s on page C26.

Wind down and learn about the beautiful national parks in the area on page C30 or find refuge in a lake cabin or mountain chalet on page C31.

No matter where you end up or what you end up doing, take a break from your usually busy schedule, step away from your computer and take some time to soak it all in.

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Even when enjoyed as an occasional sport, this activity cannot be improvised and requires good preparation.

Before Setting Out

Take time before your trip to learn about the risks of navigating the waters and what is important to ensure your safety.

Be aware that you and the person who rented your kayak to you, if that is the case, must comply with Transport Canada’s boating safety regulations.

Check the weather forecast before you leave.

Wear an approved personal flotation device or life-jacket fitted to your size.

You may want to have spare clothing in a watertight bag. Finally, bring drinking water, snacks and sunscreen.

Guided Excursions

Taking part in a guided tour is a great way to learn the basics of sea kayaking through qualified instructors.

We recommend that you do some homework about the qualifications of the guide before choosing who will accompany you.

Before each guided trip, also make sure to have an emergency plan in place and ensure that it is clearly explained by the group leader.

Don’t hesitate to ask questions on the use of mandatory equipment, the waterway’s difficulty level and safety and navigation rules.

When the water temperature is lower than 15 C, special measures must be put in place such as an adapted emergency plan and appropriate equipment to ensure all participants are protected from hypothermia and cold-water shock in case of immersion, capsizing or falling overboard.

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A sea kayak can be difficult to spot given its small size.

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Life-jackets have been saving lives for hundreds of years, with the first recorded history of use by Norwegian seamen, who used simple blocks of wood.

The messages the Canadian Safe Boating Council has been delivering for years — “Boat Safe, Boat Smart — Wear it” and “It’s Your Life . . . Preserve it” — are certainly relevant for most other times we are aboard especially in smaller open boats.

The question is, why do we continue to ignore those messages, putting ourselves, our loved ones and friends at risk?

Interestingly, CSBC and Smart Risk’s research demonstrates that most of us insist that our children wear their PFDs. However the willingness to wear a PFD drops from 85 per cent for children under five, to a low of 37 per cent by the time they reach their teen years and continues to decline significantly after the teen years.

So, what’s the result of all this complacency and unwillingness to wear a PFD? Across Canada, 80 per cent of recreational boaters who drown each and every year were not wearing a life-jacket or personal floatation device (PFD). Most of these drownings occur in small open power boats, accounting for 60 per cent of these preventable deaths.

Most drownings happen unexpectedly when small boats capsize or someone falls overboard.

The PFD that you leave behind is not much use, especially in cold water.

There are also parts of this country where water temperatures remain cold all year around.

Hypothermia is a condition most boaters have heard about, and can lead to many problems such as disorientation and rapid incapacitation, but the real shocker is found in the new research on sudden cold water immersion.

With all that information, the message should be clear. Having your life-jacket on before you end up in the water will greatly increase your chance of survival. So, why don’t we? Some of the common reasons for not wearing a life-jacket are: “they’re uncomfortable;” and “they look stupid.” Well those reasons just don’t fly anymore.

Things have changed and there is a new generation of life-jackets in town. Whether they are specialized life-jackets for specific on water activities or the new inflatable life-jackets, they are much more comfortable than the old standard ones and certainly put those old objections to rest.

There are many new, improved (and approved

by Transport Canada) life-jackets and all are all designed to be lightweight and comfortable. There is a wide range of styles and colours and all are designed for the type of boating you do and conditions you face.

Whether it be paddling, sailing, fishing, water sports or riding personal water craft, there is a lifejacket suited for it.

The new face on the waterfront are the inflatables; the most comfortable, lightweight life-jackets you can buy and are available in vest or pouch styles.

Inflatable jackets come standard with manual inflation, but a few models are available with automatic inflation, which instantly inflates the lifejacket when you hit the water.

To meet Canadian small-vessel regulations, inflatable life-jackets must be worn at all times when aboard and underway and may not be worn by a person under the age of 16, or weighing less than 36.3 kilograms.

When choosing a life-jacket follow these simple guidelines: Choose one suitable for the activity you are involved in and check the label to make sure that it is Canadian approved and is of the correct size. Finally, make sure it fits snugly.

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Maintain your quad Before starting a new ATV season, it’s important to check some components of your quad.

In fact, it has been proved regular maintenance increases the reliability and durability of the mechanics. This is something to take into consideration when we know very well we could end up in the middle of nowhere while driving a quad.

Taking into account the stress we put on the mechanics when driving in rough terrain, the engine systems of an ATV are put to the test much more than that of a car or a truck.

Quad manufacturers recommend special oil for all the different ATV models. These oils contain specific additives depending on the make of the quad, engine (two- or four-stroke, carburetor or fuel injection, one cylinder or two), transmission (automatic or manual), etc.

Likewise, the oil has to be appropriate to the time of year as the heat and the cold affects its viscosity.

For all these reasons, you should never use oil intended for cars or trucks.

And, if necessary, don’t forget to change the oil filter because it will protect your engine from contaminants when the oil is dirty.

It has been proved regular maintenance of an ATV increases the reliability and durability of the mechanics.

If your engine is having problems getting enough air, it can result in poor performance.

To improve efficiency and durability of the engine, the cleaning or replacement of the air filter must be done on a regular basis.

What’s more, the paper or foam air filter must be adapted to the characteristics of the terrain — dusty, humid or dry.

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Quadding a cinch when using a winch A winch is a very important piece of equipment for ATV fans.

Equipped with a winch, your quad will be able to climb the steepest of hills or get you out of the tightest corners.

Over the last few years, winch technology has taken some giant steps forward. They are now more durable, lighter and, more importantly, much simpler to operate than before.

The major innovation is the use of a synthetic cable. Suppler than steel cables, the synthetic cable can be guided in any direction or angle without running the risk of it jamming in the winch roller during towing.

Likewise, it is easier to clean and there’s no risk of getting splinters from frayed cables.

For safe use, it’s recommended to choose a winch with a minimum capacity of 680 kilograms.

Designed for ATVs in the sports segment, this type of winch has the advantage of being compact and light so as to not unbalance the quad during extreme manoeuvres.

For utility ATVs, the minimum winching capacity should be 1,135 kilograms.

If the ATV weighs more than 295 kilograms, the capacity of the winch should be at least 1,360 kilograms.

Among other useful features, it’s best to opt for a model equipped with a brake system that activates immediately once the pulling stops.

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Alcohol and boating can be deadly

Ahh, boating — skimming over the water with the wind in your hair.

What a great way to spend a summer afternoon, especially with family and friends.

A carefree atmosphere like this is just made to have fun and party.

However, this partying should never include drinking alcohol. Mixing alcohol and boating can have tragic consequences.

Federal statutes dictate that whether or not your craft is motorized, you can be charged with impaired operation of a vessel under the Criminal Code of Canada if your blood alcohol level exceeds the .08 threshold.

That means you can be charged even if you are impaired while operating a canoe.

A judge can, upon conviction, suspend your boating privileges — but it can get worse.

In Ontario, Bill 209 amended the Highway Traffic Act to also apply to “anyone operating or having the care or control of a vessel.”

As such, anyone found

boating with a blood alcohol level above .05 faces an on-the-spot drivers’ license suspension.

That’s right — you can lose your automobile driver’s licence and, should your blood alcohol concentration exceed .08, upon conviction, an additional suspension of up to one year can be applied.

If that’s not a sufficient deterrent, add the financial impact of court and legal fees, alternative transportation for the year and potential loss of employment if driving is an essential component of your job.

You’ll face drastically increased insurance premiums for up to six years and the inconvenience and embarrassment related to the installation and use of an ignition interlock system.

The decision to drink and boat seems outrageous when stacked up against the penalties.

But, many impaired boaters aren’t stopped before something even worse happens.

The Canadian Safe Boating Council completed a survey that identified nearly 40 per cent of boat-

ing related deaths alcohol was a factor and 23 per cent of the cases involved alcohol above the legal limit.

What increased the effects of alcohol in a boat are sunshine and a boat’s natural rocking motion that can turn a simple ride into a dangerous dunking.

It only takes a large wake or wave, a change in the boat’s direction, or a tippy canoe to result in someone falling overboard with tragic consequences.

Navigating a boat takes co-ordination and your full concentration. Your decision-making skills and ability to react suddenly to changes in condition and surroundings is compromised by alcohol.

Your reaction time slows, your vision and judgement are affected and you are more willing to be reckless and take risks.

All of this can result in a preventable accident in which you or someone you care for ends up in hospital or worse.

Afterward, you can have a few drinks on shore and stay put.

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Motorcycle safety Certain skills have to be mastered in order to drive a motorcycle.

The pleasure of driving on two wheels must be combined with flawless safety practices.

After all, the smallest of errors can be fatal.

Before getting on their bikes, motorcyclists must, first of all, pay careful attention to their clothing.

Why? Their clothing is the only form of protection they have.

Remember scraping a knee on asphalt as a child when riding a bike or a scooter? Just imagine the result of a fall or a crash at 100 kilometres per hour.

Wearing a jacket made of leather or an antiabrasive material is not a luxury, it’s a necessity, whatever the weather.

Gloves and boots are other indispensable items in a motorcyclist’s wardrobe. As far as helmets are concerned, full-face models offer the best protection.

Short trips are advisable for the first few outings in order to get the feel of the motorcycle.

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How about that weather?

Those who live in the Tournament Capital already know the weather is one of the many fringe benefits that come with calling Kamloops home. And, the favourable climate has not gone unnoticed by the folks at Environment Canada, which has drawn up what it calls Weather Winners.

Using 30 years of weather data for Canada’s 100 largest cities with populations of 15,000 or more, the government agency has crunched the numbers, resulting in a plethora of facts that will provide further fodder for inter-city rivalries.

For example, Kamloops is king of the summers, laying claim to having the hottest summer in the entire country with an average temperature of 26.94 C. Kamloops is also the second-driest city in Canada — only 279 millimetres of precipitation, behind Whitehorse — while the Kelowna is much soggier, sitting in ninth position.

The peculiarities of Canadian weather are evident throughout the data: Only a two-hour drive separates Canada’s second-driest city (Kamloops) and the country’s third-wettest burgh (Chilliwack).

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Fishing takes finesse An eye for detail can make all the difference to how many catches you land during a fishing trip.

Experienced anglers can land fish without much difficulty, even when fish are active and moving around.

However, the time of year or weather conditions can modify the behaviour of fish and influence their feeding habits, making them more difficult to catch.

Fortunately, there are a few tricks available for making your rigs more subtle.

Here are a few suggestions for improving the way your lure is presented under difficult conditions.

Above all, always use small-diameter fishing line — fused or otherwise — because it is much more sensitive.

Opt for small hooks, even when you’re fishing for large fish. They are usually just as robust as the big ones, but they are much more discreet.

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If necessary, you can always use a length of high-calibre braided line as a leader line. It is a great alternative to a steel leader.

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Make Kamloops home base while exploring the amazing routes, diverse landscapes and culinary highlights of the area.

Whether you tour on a motorbike or in a vehicle, we’ve compiled these Top Routes starting and ending in Kamloops, guaranteed to showcase the best of the area:

Pursuit of the Gold Rush

A 513-km route with lots of twisty mountain roads, great

stopping points and incredible vistas along part of the original Gold Rush Trail. This route will take approximately 6 hours and 24 minutes circling from Kamloops through to 100 Mile, Cache Creek, Merritt and back to the city centre.

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views of pristine rivers and lakes plus stops for the worldrenowned Armstrong cheese.

This journey is approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes travelling from Kamloops through the communities of Westwold, Armstrong and Salmon Arm looping back to Kamloops.

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stretches of canyon carving roads and opportunities to explore the Balancing Rock, Deadman Falls and the Centre of the Universe. This 4 hour and 30 minute route is one of Tourism Kamloops’ new dual sport routes and is also perfect for 4x4 vehicles. Explorers will head out from Kamloops to Criss Creek, on to Vidette and back home with tons of awesome memories.

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Whatever your preferences, Tourism Kamloops has compiled eight exceptional Circle Tour Routes to choose from plus four new dual sport Circle Tour Routes. Check out the full route details at tourimskamloops.com/ride and to order a free copy of the self-guided Motorcycle Route Map. And, for more local tourism ideas, go online to tourismkamloops.com.

Step back in time to the 1860’s Gold Rush!

Enjoy guided tours of the historic Roadhouse and learn about the Shuswap First Nations culture at our Native Interpretation Site.

• Stagecoach and Trail Ride • Gold Panning • Gift Shop & Ice Cream Parlour • Licensed Restaurant • Scenic RV and Tent Sites • Cozy Cabins

Open daily in May through September

Juntion of HWYs 97 & 99, 11km north of Cache Creek

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Parks offer recreation and education

Warm weather brings with it the urge for fresh air, exercise and new things.

And, for many people, discovering new places means getting out into nature.

For these outdoor enthusiasts, national parks are the perfect destination.

Activities

Our national parks are protected areas of land, filled with animal and plant life.

The use of these lands is controlled by the government so that development projects don’t impinge on the nature reserves.

These parks are meant to give people access to recreation and nature education.

There is usually a wide range of seasonal outdoor activities available, including camping, hiking, canoeing, kayaking, rafting, swimming, underwater exploration, climbing, cycling, horse riding, fishing and special exhibits.

Some parks even have restaurant and spa facilities on site.

Reservations

In national parks, camping is often the starting point for many other activities.

The first step is to plan for lodgings — in a tent, or perhaps in a cabin belonging to the park.

Day trips are also possible, with the opportunity to book canoes, kayaks, or guided excursions.

Find out as quickly as possible about all the reservations that you will need to make for accommodations, equipment and guides — the summer books up fast.

Safety and regulations

Contact the park to find out about current regulations and safety rules — such as what to do if you encounter a bear, for example!

In addition, some products — such as fire starters — may be banned in order to protect the flora and fauna.

It’s better to find out before you leave home.

But, above all, be ready to learn and to have fun.

The wildlife within the national parks will awaken your explorer’s instincts.

What a great way to renew your ties with nature and learn to take care of the natural environment.

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Lake cabins and mountain chalets, perfect for summer getaways Thinking about a romantic vacation for two?

Or taking some time to get away with the family? Want to plan a reunion with some old friends?

You’re going to have to get busy and organize things pretty soon if you want to get the best place available.

Once you’ve booked your summer vacation at a lake cabin or mountain chalet, you can relax and begin looking forward to your vacation.

If staying in hotels is your usual way to take a holiday, you will enjoy the combined luxury of a cabin.

It is way more relaxing than staying with friends or camping — you can experience nature right outside your door, but you have all the amenities of a home away from home.

And, it is a great way to discover a part of the country that you’ve never looked at closely before.

To have a truly enjoyable break, choose a cabin where you are sure to have lots of fun.

Some cabins are really spacious, with room to sleep more than one family, while others are more intimate.

Some are very basic and rustic while others are more luxurious and provide all the comforts of home.

Where you choose to book a cabin will be determined by the kind of landscape you want to be surrounded by and the kinds of activities you enjoy most.

If you like hiking and nature walks, you could book a chalet in a mountain valley or near a winter-time ski resort.

If you like water sports and a lively nightlife, a cabin on a busy lakeshore will be the place for you.

If you want to do some antiquing and visit country markets, then a country house is your best bet.

Be sure to find out what’s included in the price of the rental — airconditioning, telephone, Internet, satellite television, bed sheets, bath towels and kitchen towels are good to check off the list. Sometimes you may even have access to a boat or an ATV. You’d better get busy now if you’d like a well-planned, fun vacation this summer.

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Carol Goddyn, CHS Financial Services Representative

245 1st Avenue • CarolGoddyn.com • Ph: 250.374.2138 • Toll Free: 1.866.374.2187

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