Vernon & The North Okanagan Visitor

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VERNON

& THE NORTH OKANAGAN VALLEY AN ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO THE NORTH OKANAGAN

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WELCOME TO VERNON & THE NORTH OKANAGAN

The North Okanagan serves up everything from pristine shorelines and beaches to powder laden slopes

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ACTIVITIES & ATTRACTIONS

Enjoyable and unforgettable experiences create memories that will last a lifetime

STILL LIFE

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Discover this unique art region where some artists use colour as inspiration, and others are inspired by shape

BIKING & HIKING

With a myriad of options, trails, single track, terrain parks and downhill are all possibilities in the North Okanagan

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GOLF

The North Okanagan is famous for lush, well manicured fairways that motivate you to hit the ball straight, good luck!

WINE & SPIRITS

Award winning wineries are not the only drink on the menu.

Whiskies, gins and vodkas all pour from local stills

DINING

With the greatest ingredients literally outside your door, it’s no wonder that everything tastes amazing here

AREAS OF INTEREST

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Visitor Information

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Biking & Hiking

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Shopping

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Welcome to Vernon & the North Okanagan Valley

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Farm Fresh Markets

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Dining

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Calendar of Events

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Golf

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Accommodations

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Activities & Attractions

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Exploring the Valley

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Camping & RV

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Still Life

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Wine & Spirits

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Regional & Area Maps

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VISITOR SERVICE

CLIMATE IN VERNON AND THE NORTH OKANAGAN

Things are really moving in

Vernon...

& so are we!

Drop by or give our local superheroes a call.

Vernon Visitor Centre New location (Mar/Apr 2014): 3004 – 39th Avenue Vernon, BC 800.665.0795 250.542.1415 tourismvernon.com

The climate of the North Okanagan Valley is best defined as mild and continental. Summers are warm with long days, cool nights, and fairly low humidity. Winters are moderate and are occasionally cold, with cool humid air and cloudy skies. In mid-summer, approximately one third of the season’s days are considered tropical in temperature (temperatures greater than 30°C/ 85°F). Spring and fall seasons are equally pleasant. The North Okanagan has over 2,000 hours of sunshine annually, approximately 16 inches of rain a year and 41 inches of snow.

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PASSPORT REGULATIONS International visitors to Canada must carry a valid passport and a visa, if required. Citizens from the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Mexico, Japan the Republic of Korea, Australia, and others do not require a visa to enter Canada. For a complete listing go to www.cic.gc.ca.

CANADIAN CITIZENS Canadian citizens traveling by air to, through, or from the U.S. must present a valid Canadian passport. At participating airports a NEXUS card may be used. This requirement applies to all travelers, including children.

U.S. CITIZENS & PERMANENT RESIDENTS AIR TRAVEL The Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative requires anyone, including U.S. citizens and permanent residents, leaving or returning to the U.S. by air to have a passport or a NEXUS card at designated airports.

LAND & SEA TRAVEL Canadian citizens as of January 31, 2008, the United States will end the practice of accepting oral declarations of citizenship at the border. Canadian citizens ages 19 and older must present documentation that proves both identity and citizenship.

Identification documents must include a photo, name and date of birth. View the documentary requirements for Canadian and Mexican residents at CBP.gov. Children ages 18 and under will only be required to present proof of citizenship, such as a birth certificate.

US-Biometric procedures may apply to some Canadian Citizens. Find out if US-VISIT applies to you.

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VISITOR SERVICE

Wayne Emde, Vernon Winter Carnival

AIRPORT Vernon Regional Airport

250-545-3035 | www.vernon.ca

Kelowna International Airport

250-765-5125 | ylw.kelowna.ca

Okanagan Airport Shuttle

1-866-542-7574

BUSES Vernon Transit Info Greyhound Canada Toll Free:

250-545-7221 250-545-0527 1-800-661-8747

CAR RENTALS Budget Rent-A-Car

1-888-368-7368

RADIO / NEWS 105.7 Sun FM 107.5 Kiss FM 106.5 CBC One Radio

250-545-9222 250-545-2141 1-866-306-4636

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE BCAA www.drivebc.ca

1-800-222-4357 1-800-550-4997

TAXIS Armstrong Taxi

250-546-6677

Capitol Taxi

250-545-1355

Driving Hands

250-260-5353

Salmon Arm Taxi

250-832-2252

Vernon Taxi

250-545-3337

EMERGENCIES Ambulance/Fire/Police Fire Department RCMP Vernon Jubilee Hospital Area Codes

911 250-550-3569 250-545-7171 250-545-2211 250 | 778 | 236

VISITOR SERVICES Armstrong Spallumcheen Chamber of Comm.

250-546-8155 Lumby & District Chamber of Commerce 250-547-2300 Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce 250-545-0771 Vernon Visitor Centre 250-542-1415 Salmon Arm Chamber of Commerce 250-832-2230 Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association www.totabc.org 250-860-5999 Tourism B.C. www.hellobc.com

modern appeal. heritage charm.

250.542.5851 downtownvernon.com

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WELCOME TO VERNON

& THE NORTH OKANAGAN VALLEY Come experience & explore a true year-round playground Vernon, the gateway to the North Okanagan, is an active and vibrant community welcoming visitors to Make It Yours!

Surrounded by beautiful lakes and provincial parks, Vernon offers everything from a world-class Nordic Centre and mountain resort to beautiful and challenging golf courses and a world-class spa resort—all just minutes

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from historic downtown and with some of the most welcoming people in the Okanagan. Endless year-round recreational and cultural activities attract families from all over the world looking for the vacation of a lifetime or just a little balance in their lives.

From April to October, the golf courses, hiking and biking trails and lakes are the focus for families and friends enjoying

the warm Okanagan sunshine. During the rest of the year, activity revolves around superb winter recreation and special events like the 10-day Vernon Winter Carnival, held annually in February.

galleries & boutiques, or enjoy a walking tour of the historic downtown Vernon murals. Another must do for any family is a visit to the Okanagan’s only Science Centre.

Brimming with arts and culture, Vernon & the North Okanagan offer many fantastic events and festivals to enjoy year round.

Take in the annual Salmon Arm Roots & Blues Festival or one of the seasonal Wine Festivals. Stroll through the many art

This is just a taste of the North Okanagan.

Step off the beaten path and explore this family-friendly four season playground.

Surrounded by lakes & mountains, orchards, vineyards & farms, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

Sparkling Hill Resort

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WELCOME TO

SILVER STAR MOUNTAIN RESORT With stunning views and incredible ski conditions, it’s easy to see why this is a local favourite.

Boasting spectacular views of Okanagan and Kalamalka Lakes to the west, and the Monashee mountain range to the east, this family friendly resort is a definite must see & do while in the area. Located 22 km northeast of Vernon, Silver Star Mountain Resort sits high atop the Okanagan Valley among brightly coloured chalets and snow covered trees.

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Skiers, boarders and Nordic fans enjoy 500cm annual snowfall and 3,065 acres of terrain. Guests to the area can also experience snowshoeing, snowmobiling, tubing, skating and horse drawn sleigh rides.

Off the slopes, the picturesque Victorian style village has great shopping, including

an original art gallery, gourmet restaurants and fun nightlife for everyone.

In the summer the resort is transformed into a lush green canvas where wildflowers and wildlife are abundant. Take a scenic chairlift ride, go for a hike, horseback trail ride or join an informative wildflower tour. The main focus of the resort in the

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summer months is the expanded and ever improving Bike Park. 18 trails and 1600 vertical feet of pure adrenaline pleasure.

Rentals, improvement camps and an 8 minute chairlift ride to the top are all you need to know about this stunning mountain resort!

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EVENTS CALENDAR FARMERS’ & LOCAL MARKETS April - October • Vernon Farmers’ Market

May - October • All Organic Farmers’ Market

‘Kal Tire’ Centre

1801 - 30th Street NE, Salmon Arm. Deo Lutheran Church parking lot

April - October • Shuswap Farm and Crafter Market Centenoka Park Mall, 5th St & 5th Ave., Salmon Arm

May - October • Sorrento Village Farmers’ Market

April - October • Armstrong Farmers’ Market

Sorrento Shoppers Plaza, 1232 Trans-Canada Highway, Sorrento

IPE Grounds 3371 Pleasant Valley Road, Armstrong

July – September • Celista Hall Farmers’ Market

May - September • Blind Bay Farmers’ Market 2600 Fairway Drive, Blind Bay. Blind Bay Marketplace

5456 Squilax Anglemont Rd, Celista. North Shuswap Community Hall

June – September • Lake Country Farmers’ Market Swalwell Park, 10090 Bottom Wood Lake Rd, Lake Country

May 1 - 11 • Okanagan Spring

1 - 11 Wine Festival

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Immerse yourself in the art of wine tasting, accompanied by assorted culinary delights that are featured in this festival. In addition, various music performances and scenic tours will allow you to ease off into the atmosphere.

Weekend full of fun and fishing at Mabel Lake.

Fishing competition.

Mabel Lake Provincial Park Lumby & District Wildlife Assoc. | (250) 547-6066

MAY

www.thewinefestivals.com | (250) 861-6654

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Come picnic in the apple blossoms. We will pack your lunch including old fashioned baked chicken, potato salad, lemonade & dessert. Just bring your blanket and we will look after the rest!

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June 6 - 8 • Creative Chaos Craft Fair

An indoor craft’s market showcasing over 200 artisans and crafters. Includes food faire, various musical performances, and entertainment for all ages.

JUNE

May 19 - 21 • Annual BC Open

Panning Championships 17 - 21 Gold Fun for whole family. Entries from novice to expert.

May 3,4,10,11 • Blossom Tours, Mother’s Day Luncheon

Davison Orchards, Vernon www.davisonorchards.ca | (250) 549-3266

Greater Vernon Recreation Center www.creativechaoscrafts.com | (250) 545-6963

June 14 - 15 • Annual Lumby Days

Festival 14 - 15 Family A fun-filled family weekend. Parade, exhibits, swim

meet, show-and-shine, motocross and skateboard events, lawn mower races, artisans, antique show, amusement rides, music, and more.

Community Park Complex www.lumbydays.ca | (250) 547-2300

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May 2 - 4 • Annual Mabel Lake Fishing Derby

Panning demonstrations; pan for nuggets; historic tours of the 1856 mining site.

Riverside RV Park, Enderby Vernon Placer Miner Assoc. | (250) 547-2025

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June 6 - 8 • Annual Cherryville Days

Old time country fair. Includes Heritage Night Friday, parade, , pony rides, bingo, horseshoe tournament, food, entertainment, dance, and more.

Hanson Park and Community Hall Cherryville Comm. | (250) 547-9639

June 21 • Sunshine Festival

Don’t miss the largest street fair & sidewalk sale in the North Okanagan! Downtown Vernon truly comes alive with block after block of outstanding bargains, live entertainment, children’s activities, outside street cafés, art & cultural performances & so much more.

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Downtown Vernon www.downtownvernon.com | (250) 542-5851

All information is subject to change without notice. Please submit events to: events@okanaganvisitor.ca

June 27 - 30 • Funtastic Slo-Pitch

JUNE

June 15 • Father’s Day BBQ at the Farm

and Music Festival 27 - 30 Tournament One of Vernon’s biggest events! Featuring

Come treat Dad to an old fashioned farm BBQ. Sit on the patio and enjoy the view, or find a picnic table and watch your kids enjoy the beautiful June air. Either way it’s the perfect way to spend this year’s Father’s Day!

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slo-pitch troupes from across Western Canada by day, and classic music acts by night. Not to be missed so get your tickets early!

Davison Orchards, Vernon www.davisonorchards.ca | (250) 549-3266

DND Grounds, Vernon www.funtastic.org | (250) 558-7756

July - August • Street Sounds Concert A series of free concerts featuring our local musicians every Thursday night, from 7:00pm to 9:00pm. Bring your lawn chairs and find a spot!

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The Civic Plaza Downtown Vernon | (250) 542-5851

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July 5 - 13 • The Summer Okanagan Wine Festival

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Cliff Ave./Beldevere Street info@enderbyartscouncil.com (250) 838-0577

The Royals Field- 13th cars pre 1972, 14th open car show – entry, donations go to the food bank

AUGUST

1939ford@telus.net | (250) 547-2300

At Oval Park Lumby & District Chamber | (250) 547-2300

July 26 • Enderby & District Arts Festival

A free family friendly day of markets, music, magic and art in downtown Enderby.

July 9 • Cam Jammers Rod Run & Car Show

Movies in the Park on a big screen with popcorn & pop.

July 13 • Fintry Summer Fair

Fintry Provincial Park info@fintry.ca | (250) 542-4031

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August • Outdoor Movies in the Park

Held all across the Okanagan! Wear your red & white and Celebrate!

The third annual Fintry Summer Fair starts with a delicious pancake breakfast, followed by the showcase of the work by artists and artisans.

Plenty of musical performances and a BBQ lunch is provided!

The Summer Okanagan Wine Festival is bringing you the almost excruciatingly gorgeous Summer experience: outdoor wine tastings with more bold flavored wines than you could ever desire; summer wine and cheese beach parties; road bike race tailgate parties in vineyard settings; the visceral sound of Spoken Word poetry matched with equally feisty wines.

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July 1 • Annual Canada Day Celebrations

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August 9 • Chase CornStock

What do you get when you cross the delicious taste of corn with great music, fun activities, and a park full of amazing people? Chase CornStock, that’s what!

Come for a day full of music, children’s activities, farmers’ market, food vendors, beer gardens, and of course, CORN!

Chase Memorial Park | www.chasecornstock.com

August 15 - 17 • Salmon

15 - 17 Arm Roots and Blues Festival

A multi-stage music festival with an incredible diversity of genres, attracting people of all ages. Set on a 18-acre park, including also western and ethnic food vendors, Kid Fun Zones, and an Artisan Market.

Salmon Arm Fairgrounds www.rootsandblues.ca | (250) 833-4096

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August 17 • Grindrod Garlic Festival

Featuring local garlic and produce, local artisans, garlic contests, live music and kids’ entertainment all day. The theme of the Grindrod Garlic Festival is “Homegrown, Homemade, Organic”. Grindrod Park

greencoftgardens.com | (250) 838-6581

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EVENTS CALENDAR August 27 - 31 • 115th Annual IPE Fair Five fun-filled days with lots to see and do! Experience agriculture in the Okanagan, a spectacular midway, numerous vendors, great food and a rodeo that’s second to none.

Armstrong Fairgrounds www.armstrongipe.com | (250) 546-9406

SEPTEMBER

September 12 -13 • Wild Salmon

12 - 13 Festival

Raising support and awareness about the diificulties local wild salmon face as they continue to spawn in the area. Music, arts, food & education!

Community Park, Lumby Wildsalmonfestival.ca | (250) 547-6841

Fintry Provincial Park info@fintry.ca | (250) 542-4031

Celebrating the Harvest with a once-a-year, one-day only sale. Bargains galore in pottery, glass and more.

Cherryville Artisans’ Marketplace, 1187 Hwy 6 www.cherryvilleartisans.com | (250) 547-0020

October 1 - 31 • Pumpkin

Every Saturday and Sunday ride the Johnny Popper Train to the Pumpkin Patch and pick yourself a perfect pumpkin.

Davison Orchards, Vernon www.davisonorchards.ca | (250) 549-3266

OCTOBER

Everyone is invited to bring a car or pick-up to the Front Lawn to sell produce, jams, jellies or family treasures from the trunk or tailgate. There will be music from the front veranda, and the Friends of Fintry will provide mulled cider, tea, coffee, and pumpkin bread.

September 27 • Annual Cherryville Artisans’ Old Stock & Seconds Sale

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1 - 31 Patch Train Rides

NOVEMBER

September 13 • Fintry Fall Fair

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Farmers Market finishes up for the season with a Scarecrow Festival! See you there!

www.cherryville.net | (250) 547-6056

October 25 - 26 • Spooktacular

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For two nights, R. J. Haney Heritage Village & Museum will once again transform into a scary attraction for the annual Spooktacular. With the terrifying spook trail and haunted house, there will be menacing creatures around every dark corner.

751 Highway 97B NE, Salmon Arm (250) 832-5243 www.salmonarmmuseum.org

October • Scarecrow Festival

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October 31 • Annual Halloween Fireworks

Come enjoy a festival of lights Halloween night while warming up with a cup of hot chocolate. Held at J.W. Inglis Elementary.

2287 Shuswap Ave. Lumby | (250) 547-9231

November 21 -22

A Festival of Crafts 21-22 •With the continued success of the 2012 and previous shows, Festival of Crafts has again proven to be one of the major craft shows of the Okanagan Christmas season.

Wesbild Centre, 3445-43rd Ave., Vernon www.members.shaw.ca/festivalofcrafts (250) 540-1604

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November 28 • Festival of Christmas Traditions

Take part of the traditions that expresses the warm festivity of Christmas! Includes early visits with Santa, carriage rides, Marshmallow roasts beside the bonfire, and much more.

Downtown Vernon www.downtownvernon.com (250) 542-5851

All information is subject to change without notice. Please submit events to: events@okanaganvisitor.ca

December 5 • Christmas Light Up

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Business Christmas tree decorating contest, house decorating contest, Santa Claus parade, hot chocolate and free public skating.

DECEMBER

Norris Park, Downtown Lumby Lumby & District Chamber | (250) 547-2300

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December 6 • Annual Cherryville Artisans’ Show In The Snow Yuletide gathering & art exhibition from 1:00pm-4:00pm; featuring glassworks created by the students of Cherryville Elementary School, in a workshop with Helen Kovacs. Vendors Welcome.

Cherryville Artisans’ Marketplace, 1187 Hwy 6 www.cherryvilleartisans.com | (250) 547-0020

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December 7 • Silver Star Christmas Light Up

There’s crafts, marshmallows, hot chocolate, sleigh rides, fire jugglers, story tellers, and a visit from Santa Claus. If you haven’t yet started your Christmas shopping what better place than Silver Star’s wonderful boutiques and souvenir stores?

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December 31 • Silver Star New Year’s Eve Torchlight & Fireworks Cheer in the New Year with family and friends in the village at 8pm to the largest fireworks show of the winter.

www.skisilverstar.com

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The Okanagan Winter Festival of Wine

Set at the magnificent alpine setting of Sun Peaks Resort, our annual Winter Okanagan Wine Festival is one of a kind. From skiing and snowboarding, to wine seminars and progressive tastings, this is a unique experience.

Sun Peaks Resort and Village www.thewinefestivals.com | (250) 578-5542

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www.vernonwintercarnival.com | (250) 545-2236

Sovereign Lake Annual Loppet If this is your first loppet or your 50th you will love this rolling course and of course the world class grooming.

www.sovereignlake.com | (250) 558-3036 ext 203

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Discover our Edge’ Trade Show Trade Show

Curling Rink/Arena Lumby & District Chamber | (778) 473-0013

Vernon Winter Carnival

Vernon Winter Carnival is the largest Winter Festival in Western Canada! This year’s theme is “Carnival of Superheroes”.

The winter festival that brings together the community through events for all ages and energy levels.

www.vernonwintercarnival.com | (250) 545-2236

BC Snow Sculptures Championships

The Snow Sculpture Competition will return to their home on Silver Star Mountain where they have impressed residents and visitors for many years with their incredible size and creative design.

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Funtastic Sports Society / Downtown Vernon Broomball Tournament

The craziest sport to watch! We invite you to join the 14 teams vying for the championship of the Funtastic Sports Society / Downtown Vernon Broomball Tournament. Come, enjoy a coffee & take in the action!

Downtown Vernon Association www.downtownvernon.com | (250) 542-5851

2015 April 30 - May 10

Okanagan Spring Wine Festival

After watching their vines sleep for months, local BC winemakers and vineyards celebrate the arrival of spring and the waking of the vines with a glass – or two – of wine. Great wine. Gourmet food. Gracious hospitality.

www.thewinefestivals.com | (250) 861-6654

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ACTIVITIES & ATTRACTIONS Rain or shine, we have the opportunities that will put a smile on your face and the “North Okanagan” spirit in your heart.

With three lakes in the Greater Vernon area-- Okanagan Lake, Kalamalka Lake and Swan Lake, and Shuswap Lake to the North, summer is packed with beach time and water activities like swimming, tubing, wakeboarding and kayaking. If you feel like stepping away from the beach, check out one of the many world-class golf courses offered in the North Okanagan Shuswap.

The area also has some of the best hiking and biking trails in the province, luring you out for an afternoon, or maybe a few days of adventure.

snow sculpture contest, and balloon ride, everyone in the family will be having fun.

The local Farmers’ Markets, hosted primarily during the summertime, are vibrant places to discover some excellent treats, fresh foods and artisan crafts. Davison Orchards offers tours, homemade treats, gifts and of course, delicious fruits and vegetables for purchase.

Nearby, check out Planet Bee Honey Farm & Honeymoon Meadery where you can watch live honeybees busily working and take home a ‘Treasure of the Hive.’

Salmon Arm has plenty to offer, most notably the Salmon Arm Roots & Blues Festival. Now in its 22nd year, this festival takes place the third weekend of every August at the Salmon Arm Fairgrounds.

During the day you will find six stages that feature Blues, World, Alt-Roots, Folk, Dance & more, while at night there are two main stages that run simultaneously. The family friendly environment also provides a Global Food Village and is a great target for friends and families coming together under the sunny skies.

With Silver Star and the Monashee Mountains in our backyard, they create the perfect winter playground & getaway for skiers, snowboarders and all winter enthusiasts. The annual Vernon Winter Carnival is a definite must, with the parade,

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Heading just north of Vernon, step into the past at the Historic O’Keefe Ranch, beckoning you to explore days long forgotten. Armstrong is host to the Interior Provincial Exhibition (IPE) and is a wonderful way to spend part of your September long weekend. Grab a movie under the stars at Enderby’s Starlight Drive-In Theatre or head to Lumby for their annual Lumby Days celebrations every June.

From Okanagan Lake to Shuswap Lake, and everywhere in between, adventures, stories, learning experiences, and tons of fun can be had by all.

Greater Vernon Recreation Services

AGRI-TOURISM HONEY BEES

PLANET BEE HONEY FARM & MEADERY Planet Bee is an operating bee farm in the picturesque Okanagan Valley of British Columbia Canada, with a focus on learning about the “world of the honeybee,”and

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ART CENTRE

VERNON COMMUNITY ARTS CENTRE

The Vernon Community Arts Centre, located in Polson Park, is a community arts teaching facility. Operated by the Arts Council of the North Okanagan, our role in the community is to provide quality visual & performing art classes that are affordable and accessible to everyone. Open year round, VCAC is a welcoming facility providing professional instructors and fully equipped studios including ceramics, glass, painting, drawing, sculpture, printmaking, woodcarving and performing arts.

2704A Hwy 6, Vernon Tel: (250) 542-6243 www.vernonarts.ca

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providing a full range of the finest bee products available for your pleasure and well-being. Visit ATLANTIS WATERSLIDES Planet Bee and see live honeybees busily working behind glass in demonstration bee hives producing their numerous nutritional products which can enhance our well being.

Learn about the amazing“Bee Dance,” book an educational tour of the screened outdoor observatory Ten slides for all ages, including the apiary and learn more about these popular River Riot. Large hot tub, marvelous insects and their intriguing picnic tables on a grassy area, mini social structure that has survived for golf, concession, gift & candy store and arcade. Birthday and group rates. millions of years.

And now offering Honeymoon Mead.

Open mid June to Labour Day. The Meadery at Planet Bee is now 7921 Greenhow Road, Vernon open with daily Mead Tastings.

Across from Swan Lake 5011 Bella Vista Road, Vernon Tel: (250) 549-4121 250.542.8088 www.atlantiswaterslides.ca E: info@planetbee.com CREDIT CARDS: AE, DD, VI, MC www.planetbee.com LOCATION: MAP 4 - B3 ADVENTURE WATERSLIDES

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ATTRACTION

DAVISON ORCHARDS COUNTRY VILLAGE

Visit Vernon and stop in at the valley’s largest agri-tourism attraction.

Davison Orchards is a family run orchard, providing local, fresh produce since 1933. Take the unique Apple Train for a tour through the farm, check out the farm animals, visit the Country Village and see an assortment of homemade jams and preserves, seasonal displays in our country-style gift store, and fresh fruit pies from our Apple Crate Bakery.

Head down to Auntie May’s Deep Dish Cafe and feast on treats baked daily in our Bakery. Cool down with an apple slush, made from our own fresh-pressed apple juice, or relax on the patio with a hot beverage while you take in the fabulous view. You will not want to miss this unique and unforgettable stop in Vernon…come and experience Davison Orchards.

3111 Davison Road, Vernon Tel: (250) 549-3266 www.davisonorchards.ca Open Daily May 1st – October 31st (including holidays) LOCATION : MAP 5 - D1

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HISTORIC O’KEEFE RANCH

Where History and Hospitality Come Alive. Experience cowboy history and culture; tours, events, artisan demonstrations, farm exhibits, model railway display or tour the heritage buildings. Restaurant, gift shop and RV camping on site.

Home of Canada’s Famous“Cowboy Dinner Show”and The O’Keefe Cowboy Summer Festival. Season open is Mother’s Day. Group/Family and Senior Rates available. www. okeeferanch.ca 12 km north of Vernon on Hwy 97 Tel: (250) 542-7868 www.okeeferanch.ca CREDIT CARDS: VI, MC, DD LOCATION: MAP 2 - C5

ATTRACTION

Winter Carnival. With over 50 years of celebration, the over 90 events scheduled for 10 days combine long standing traditions with new events for people to enjoy. The coronation of Queen Silver Star and her princesses start off the festivities of Western Canada’s largest Winter Carnival. With family, adult, children and sporting events, there are many things to do and sights to see with an emphasis on free or inexpensive. From the hot Air Balloon Fiesta, Parade and the Snow Sculptures on Silver Star Mountain, Vernon Winter Carnival is a magical time.

Tel: (250) 545-2236 www.vernonwintercarnival.com

VILLAGE CHEESE COMPANY

Since 1998 many great cheeses have been made and eaten; awards have been – and are still being won. We continue to make handcrafted cheeses from old fashioned methods and traditional recipes. Our cheeses range from an exclusive selection of cheddar cheeses to new recipes, where we use the best from the Okanagan and Canada to ensure the best cheese possible. We are a small family-owned cheese company, who take great pride in making artisan cheese.

3475 Smith Drive, Armstrong Tel: (250) 546-8651 Email: vcheese@villagecheese.com villagecheese.com

CASINO

LAKE CITY CASINOS

400 of the hottest slots and brand new state-ofthe-art electronic table games. Plus, relax and replenish in our lounge, Sevens Bar + Grill.

Celebrate the best in entertainment LOCATION: MAP 7 - E9 at Lake City Casino.

CARNIVAL Open daily from 10AM to 2AM. 4900 Anderson Way, Vernon VERNON WINTER CARNIVAL Tel: (250) 545-3505 Vernon comes alive on the first Friday www.lakecitycasinos.com CREDIT CARDS: MC, VI, DD of February, to celebrate its annual LOCATION: MAP 4 - C2

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Interpretive Centre | Grassland Trails | Pond Learning Pavilion | Naturescape Gardens Outstanding Okanagan Views

ALLAN BROOKS NATURE CENTRE Open April to October Monday to Saturday 16 2014/2015

250 Allan Brooks Way, Vernon 250.260.4227 | email: info@abnc.ca | www.abnc.ca

BC fruit and grains, and without colouring, chemicals or artificial flavours, these fine spirits have won numerous awards domestically and internationally. Okanagan Spirits is designated a World Class Distillery, by the World Spirits Organization based in Klagenfurt, Austria. Producing more than 25 varieties of spirits in an traditional copper-pot still, they encourage visitors to come and experience their unique operation.

Along with a distilling education, guests will be invited to the tasting bar where they can sample from traditional Fruit Brandies, Liqueurs, Whisky, Gin, Vodka, Aquavit and a June 6, 7, & 8, 2014. Presented annually on the first full weekend of genuine Absinthe. Open year round and also located in Downtown June, this is one of the major events Kelowna. held in Vernon, BC; the biggest and 2920 28th Ave, Vernon best craft sale of its kind in Western Canada. Over 200 artisans and crafters 267 Bernard Ave, Kelowna Tel: (250) 549-3120 in 4 rooms/3 buildings. Special info@okanaganspirits.com features: food faire, performing arts, www.okanaganspirits.com indoor creative activities with air LOCATION: MAP 4 – C7 conditioned rest area. You’ll find; pottery, woodwork, beadwork, glassware, painted products of all kinds, sewing, knitting, metal work and more - many unique items to be found. Free admission, food bank donations welcomed. The Creative Chaos society proudly presents yearly scholarships to deserving Vernon high school Arts students.

Vernon Recreation Complex, 3310 - 37 Ave., Vernon DRIVE IN THEATRE Tel: (250) 545-6963 www.creativechaoscrafts.com STARLIGHT CREATIVE CHAOS

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DRIVE-IN THEATRE

DISTILLERY TOURS

OKANAGAN SPIRITS

Okanagan Spirits is an internationally acclaimed craft Distillery, producing world class spirits in downtown Vernon. Made from

For an evening of fun and

entertainment in“the good ole days” fashion, visit Enderby’s Starlight DriveIn, featuring North America’s largest drive-in screen. The Starlight is open May to September and plays recent releases in a fun relaxed family environment. Located just south of Enderby on Highway 97A, the drive-in is just 22 minutes from Vernon and Salmon Arm and a 50 minute getaway from Kelowna.

5341 Highway 97 A Enderby, BC Showline: (250) 838-6757 www.starlightdrivein.ca CREDIT CARDS: DD LOCATION: MAP 2 – C5 FESTIVAL

SALMON ARM ROOTS & BLUES FESTIVAL

ACTIVITIES & ATTRACTIONS

CRAFT SHOW

The Salmon Arm Roots and Blues Festival, August 15-17 2014, is the premiere multicultural music festival of the BC Interior. It features numerous national and international artists performing on 6 daytime and 2 nighttime stages, as well as a Family Fun Zone, beverage gardens with stage views, an artisan market and global food village, pre-registered camping and more. Offering something for everyone, Roots & Blues is a sonic and visual smorgasbord.

With free admission for kids 12 and under, it’s a great place to come together with family and friends in the summertime.

490 5th Ave., S.W. Salmon Arm Tel: (250) 833-4096 Email: info@rootsandblues.ca www.rootsandblues.ca LOCATION: MAP 9 – B11

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Open meadows and hay fields blend into mountainside trails through old growth stands of fir and pine.

ROGERS FLOUR Try our one-hour ride for a shorter & CEREAL MILL introduction to riding over gentle terrain. The more adventurous might consider the 2-hour ride up the mountain for spectacular views of the Shuswap River valley. Located 25 minutes north of Vernon just outside Enderby.

120 Jeffcoat Road, Enderby Tel: (778) 212-6555 ROGERS Foods Ltd has been operating Email: okhorseback@gmail.com for over sixty years, starting out as a www.okanaganhorseback.com local farm-run business and growing LOCATION : MAP 8 – B10 into an international flour and cereal mill. Learn the history of the company and how the many flours are made from the various displays at the ROGERS Bulk Food Store.

Enjoy a taste of local art by North Okanagan Artisans and talk to our knowledgeable staff. Experience the uniqueness of our store that draws NATURE CENTRE customers from miles around.

ALLAN BROOKS NATURE CENTRE 4420 Larkin Cross Road, Armstrong Tel: 1 800-356-8735 ext #5 www.rogersfoods.com FLOUR

& CEREAL MILL

LOCATION : MAP 7 – B9

HORSEBACK RIDING

OKANAGAN HORSEBACK Your trail riding adventure awaits at OKANAGAN HORSEBACK. Our ranch lies beneath the Enderby Cliffs providing a variety of terrain.

Trail, and at the Outdoor Pond Learning Centre through guided or self-guided tours. Learn about Okanagan habitats and its abundant and diverse flora and fauna through educational displays, workshops and evening public programs. Play during nature-themed birthday parties, summer programs, and special events for the kid in all of us! Come enjoy a leisurely visit, it’s your place to relax, reflect and reconnect with the joys of nature.

April 15 - October 31, Mon - Sat 9am - 4pm.

250 Allan Brooks Way, Vernon Tel: (250) 260-4227 www.abnc.ca LOCATION: MAP 5 – E4

NORDIC CLUB

SOVEREIGN LAKE NORDIC CLUB

Boasting a 7 month ski season the Sovereign Lake - Silver Star Mountain Cross Country Trail Network offers 105km of daily groomed trails suited Explore nature in the North Okanagan to all abilities - whether you are a “first-timer”or“big-timer”. Experience while taking in a scenic 360 degree the comfort of the Sovereign Lake’s view. Discover the sites, sounds and day lodge overlooking the stadium. scents of nature in our Habitat and Discovery rooms, on the Grasslands Warm up inside with a hot chocolate

Historic O’ KEEFE RANCH Experience the Cowboy Way with Heritage Tours by foot, or by horse Every day from Mother’s Day until the End of September.

Home of the Cowboy Dinner Show and The O’Keefe Cowboy Summer Festival

12 Km North Of Vernon On Hwy. 97 250-542-7868 www.okeeferanch.ca

Celebrating Together!

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1.250.833.4096 rootsandblues.ca

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traditional like taking swimming lessons or something a little more adventurous like rock climbing, we can help you get active! Visit us online @ www.greatervernonrecreation.ca or call us at 250-545-6035.

3310-37th Ave, Vernon (just off 32nd St, Highway #97) Tel: (250) 545-6035 info@greatervernonrecreation.ca www.greatervernonrecreation.ca LOCATION: MAP 4 – B6

RECREATION SERVICES

TASTING ROOM

GREATER VERNON RECREATION SERVICES

OLIVE US OLIVE OIL & VINEGAR TASTING ROOM

Greater Vernon Recreation Services offers a variety of opportunities for children, teens, adults and seniors; people of all income levels and people with disabilities to get active.

One of the benefits of living in the Greater Vernon area is the variety of activities that we have to offer. The friendly staff at Recreation Services are available to answer any questions you have regarding programs and activities. So, whether it’s something

on tap the possibilities are endless!

Explore the stunning sea salt tasting bar and incredible artisan pastas to complement our exquisite oils and vinegars! Discover why we love what we do!!

3003A 30th Ave, Vernon Tel: (250) 260-2880 oliveusoils.com LOCATION: MAP 4 – C7

VISITOR CENTRE

VERNON VISITOR CENTRE

The Vernon Visitor Centre is moving to its new location 3004 - 39th Avenue in March/April 2014. Drop by and meet with the locals who can help you with accurate, up to date directions and information on everything there is to see and do in the Vernon area. Or check us out online at tourismvernon. com. Proud member of the British Columbia Visitor Centre Network.

3004 - 39th Avenue, Vernon Tel: (250) 542-1415 Email: info@tourismvernon.com www.tourismvernon.com

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or soup by the fire. SLNC offers rentals, lessons, night skiing and a biathlon range. SLNC provides a world class ski experience at an affordable price. Only 22km from Vernon Sovereign Lake offers 14km of scenic snowshoe trails.

A great family activity for all to enjoy!

Toll Free: 1-877-768-5253 Tel: (250) 558-3036 info@sovereignlake.com www.sovereignlake.com

Olive Us is an extraordinary tasting room experience! The beautiful urban rustic surroundings make Olive Us the perfect place to enjoy some of the freshest, healthiest extra virgin olive oils available. Ray and Jan proudly welcome you to taste an amazing array of naturally fused or infused extra virgin olive oils, as well as exceptional aged balsamic vinegars. With more than 50 premium CREDIT CARDS: VI, MC certified non-GMO oils and vinegars LOCATION: MAP 4 – B11

Take the Plunge!

Fun! Fitness!

Relax!

Vernon Aquatic Centre

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STILL LIFE

HOME TO VISION AND CREATIVITY A blank canvas can be intimidating and spending time with your own head can be even more challenging.

Creative inspiration can be magical when you have it. Luckily for us, there is a collection of people in Vernon and the North Okanagan that have it!

like lakes, trees and snow capped peaks, the natural wonders of the world. The beauty of this is that there are no correct answers.

Inspiration and creativity can come from wherever you find it. Models, Everett Series #2 (Untitled) by Alistair Rance, nature and the Vernon Public Art Gallery mystical corners of the brain are all common ground for artistic illumination.

Whether water colours, sculptures, fine art or photography is your passion, there are There are a number of galleries, stages art studios & frames manyfine art galleries, and workshops and studios that should not be missed on to be found in the North Okanagan. Art your art journey in the area. The Vernon plays an important part in cultural tourism Community Arts Centre in Polson Park, is run in Vernon and the North Okanagan, and can by the Arts Council of the North Okanagan. be seen in the number of galleries, theaters There is lots of open studio time for anyone and artisans that bring these displays and to visit and use the space, meet like-minded acts to life. people, and check out their assortment of artistic resources. Nadine’s Fine Art is People often wonder where artistically a business based on quality and integrity. inclined personalities get their inspiration.

With years of industry experience and Some say that inspiration is an unconscious excellence in service, Nadine’s Fine Art has burst of creativity and just happens a wide variety of custom framing, fine art naturally. Others say that they are constantly supplies and of course, fine art. inspired by the things that surround them-Theresa Heinrichs Italian Bicyle

fine art & frames 3101 - 31st ave, Vernon

250.542.8544

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The Vernon Public Art Gallery is a leader for the cultural tourism in the region, and is a centre for educational and cultural activities in the North Okanagan. They feature emerging, mid-career and established artists working in a variety of media. The Vernon Public Art Gallery is a not-for-profit, charitable organization committed to fostering an appreciation of the visual arts for all members of the community and those who are visiting the area in search of fine art, sculpture and other forms of media.

There is a blurry line between a true, natural artisan versus an artist that is formally trained. Some artists have the raw talent to just paint and sculpt from what they see and feel, while others have to steer their vision and guide themselves, creating a result as opposed to discovering a result. In either case, the desired product is the outcome.

Which, ultimately is what we are after, a piece of art that speaks to us. A painting

that invites you into it or a picture that reminds you of your youth, or a sculpture that inspires you to try something new‌ These are the kinds of things that make art in Vernon and the North Okanagan a journey and an adventure. Embrace your artistic desires and don’t miss out on an amazing experience in a community that also embraces artistry and craftsmanship.

There is a wide range of talent here, featuring a variety of established artists and many up and comers in the art community that cover a wide spectrum of talent. Local galleries offer much more than a painting hanging on the wall! Many offer classes and hands on workshops to get you involved in the action or enjoy watching an artist in residence. Others have gift shops, or offer framing services and art supplies. Get out there, explore and be inspired by the beauty of the North Okanagan and its embracing art community.

art within reach

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Heritage Murals

Downtown Vernon Assocation 250.542.5851 www.vernonmurals.ca

1. Shuswap & Okanagan Railway 2899 29th Street, North Facing Wall.

2. Frank S. Reynolds Warehouse 3103 30th Street, North Facing Wall.

3. Vernon Fire Brigade 3002 32nd Avenue, East Facing Wall.

4. In Memory. Cenotaph Park 31st Ave. & 30th St., North Facing Wall.

5. The Alice Parke Diaries 2910 31st Avenue, West Facing Wall.

6. Dr. Reinhard’s House & Office 2909 30th Avenue, West Facing Wall.

7. Indian Motorcycle 2904 30th Avenue, West Facing Wall.

8. Okanagan Lake 3101 29th Avenue, East Facing Wall.

9. The Creamery Truck 3111 Coldstream Ave., North Facing Wall.

10. Vernon Steam Laundry 2807 32nd Street. South Facing Wall.

11. Office of the Vernon News 2807 32nd Street. West Facing Wall.

12. City of Vernon 2902 32nd Street, South Facing Wall.

13. Museum Without Walls 3301 Coldstream Ave. West Facing Wall.

14. Shuswap River /The Fisher Family 3300 Coldstream Ave. North Facing

15. Barnard Avenue Above 30 Ave., East Facing Wall.

16. Cowboys 3213 30th Avenue, West Facing Wall.

17. Okanagan Indian Band 3219 31st Avenue, West Facing Wall.

18. The World Wars 3202 32nd St. West & South Facing Wall.

19. The Geisha 3106 32nd Street, North Facing Wall.

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20. Sovereign Lake 3109 32nd Avenue, West Facing Wall.

21. Multiculturalism 3101 32nd Street, East Facing Wall.

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23. Potter Axel Ebring 3002 32nd Avenue, West Facing Wall

25. Crew of the S.S. Penticton 3415 30th Avenue. West Facing Wall.

26. Catherine Schubert 3505 30th Avenue. East Facing Wall.

24. N’Ha-a-Tik / Ogopogo 2704 Hwy. 6 (Polson Park) West Facing

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22. Captive Artist 3006 32nd Avenue East Facing Wall

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Join us on an adventure into our past. Explore our 27 breathtaking murals. Guided and self guided tours are available.

BIKING & HIKING As the popularity of outdoor activities grows once again, the North Okanagan is becoming well-known for its excellent mountain terrain.

A mixture of desert grasslands, canyons, wetlands and forest trails create the hiking and biking areas that fill Vernon & the North Okanagan. With great efforts from the North Okanagan Cycling Society, the Kalamalka Provincial Park and Ellison Provincial Park mountain bike trails have been developed to “Whistler Standards,� providing a positive trail experience for all riders. The Silver Star Mountain Bike Park offers challenging routes, amazing scenery and for a small price, a ride on the chairlift to start your day.

Kalamalka Lake Provincial Park boasts colourful waters and a 14 kilometer network of hiking and biking trails. Kekuli Bay Provincial Park, also on Kalamalka Lake, has an earthy-gravel walking path that explores the grassland hills. Ellison Provincial

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Park, located southwest of Vernon, has six kilometers of hiking trails of varying in difficulty, both in grade and terrain, and some sections of the trail are wheelchair accessible.

For the more experienced, the Okanagan High Rim Trail is 55km of trails following along the Thompson Plateau, from Vernon to Mission Creek (just east of Kelowna.)

The full trek takes no longer than 3-4 days to complete, however, numerous access spots along the trail make shorter day hikes possible.

These are just some of the more popular trails in the area and there are far more to explore in the area; a trail for every type of hiking and biking adventurer.

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FARM FRESH MARKETS The mineral rich soil of the North Okanagan-Shuswap has awarded the local growers and farmers with fresh, top quality foods of all kinds.

This fertile region is home to a wide variety of farms & orchards, big and small, with family at its heart. Rogers Foods, BC’s only flour and cereal mill, began in the Spallumcheen Valley, with one farmer’s desire to grind grains for his own family, and grew into the world-renowned company that it is today. Davison Orchards in Vernon is a dedicated family operation that has been producing some of the tastiest treats around since 1933.

Other small farms and orchards focus on growing a variety of produce: from every kind and colour of squash and tomatoes, to all sorts of legumes and fruit. Farmers’ markets are popping up vigorously in each community, connecting growers, crafters and their products with the local market.

These markets are great fun for the whole family and well worth a visit on your next trip to the area. Usually run from about May - October, once a week, Farmers’ Markets

provide fresh food availability throughout the season.

Community Gardens are sprouting up fast in the North Okanagan. They help people access healthy food while facilitating food production skills and social connection.

The Food Action Society partnered on an initiative to see more community gardens growing in the Greater Vernon area and there are now three community gardens available in the public allotment system.

More community gardens are cropping up at schools and in other North Okanagan communities such as Armstrong & Lumby.

The benefits enjoyed from the fresh food grown and hand-crafts made are truly outstanding. A good idea is to bring along a basket or bag to carry home all your prized treats.

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BAKERY

COBS BREAD

Vernon’s local community baker since 2008. Fresh baked bread, buns and treats made from scratch daily. Open 7 days a week and most holidays. New, special products each month. Ask about our special treats for staff functions or our combo pack pricing. Interested in using COBS bread in your business? Call us to discuss options. Proudly supporting local fund-raising efforts and charitable causes. #107 – 4800 Anderson Way, Vernon Tel: (250) 260-3733 Email: anderson.way@cobsbreadmail.com cobsbread.com LOCATION: MAP 4 – C2

FRUIT MARKET / GARDEN CENTRE

FARM MARKET

RINGO EN ORCHARDS

SWAN LAKE NURSERYLAND

Swan Lake Fruit Market and Garden Centre was established in 1959, expanding to offer customers an increasing variety of shrubs, perennials, garden supplies, and, of course, Okanagan fresh produce in Located 4 km west of the City of season. Swan Lake now stays open Vernon, overlooking beautiful Okanagan Lake. This 25 acre family all year supplemented with import produce operated farm produces a wide but still selling local fruit and variety of delicious apples and vegetables all winter. peaches. U-pick tomatoes and 7920 Highway 97, Vernon peppers also available.

Tel: (250) 542-7614 6831 Bella Vista Rd. Vernon www.myswanlake.com Tel: (250) 545-1610 LOCATION: MAP 5 – B3

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RINGO-EN ORCHARDS

Open August through October Overlooking Okanagan Lake Apples ~ Peaches U-Pick Tomatoes & Peppers 6831 Bella Vista Rd, Vernon BC 250.545.1610 ~ tomojr@telus.net 26 2014/2015 2013/2014

ROGERS Foods Ltd. is British Columbia’s oldest flour and cereal mill. The popularity of ROGERS natural foods is a reflection of the North American trend to better eating habits. Find over 1000 natural, wholesome and organic products at the ROGERS Bulk Food Store.

4420 Larkin Cross Road, Armstrong Tel: 1 800-356-8735 ext #5 www.rogersfoods.com LOCATION : MAP 7 – B9 MARKET

AVENUE MARKET

Open 8:00am - 7:00pm 7 Days a Week (Summer hours) • Trees & Shrubs • Plants & Flowers • Soil & Fertilizer • Gardening Supplies • Deli • Bakery • Ice Cream • Florist • Fresh Local Produce in Season

FARM FRESH MARKETS

LOCAL FOODS

ROGERS FLOUR & CEREAL MILL

www.myswanlake.com

250.542.7614

7920 Hwy. 97 Vernon, BC

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Come dance in the streets, join us downtown for the Avenue Market where fresh air is free. friday#101 3334 30th Ave, Vernon Tel: (250) 542-5851 own Vernon from 4pm-7pm info@downtownvernon.com May 9 and ending September 26 www.downtownvernon.com

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Catch up with friends, have a date night dinner or quality time with family. Visit downtown merchants and local farmers. Come dance in the streets. Join us Downtown for the Avenue Market. fresh air is free.

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GOLF The North Okanagan-Shuswap offers an exceptional playground of manicured fairways and lightning fast greens Deeply embedded in natural beauty, Vernon and the North Okanagan offer outstanding views from one of nature’s jewels, the Okanagan Valley. The area offers a wide variety of golf courses to choose from, whether you are looking to play a tour caliber course or smaller executive course. Regardless of what course you do choose, they will all serve up spectacular scenery for you to enjoy.

your breath away. It’s simply 36 of the best holes of golf in the Okanagan, or even Canada.

As golf in the Okanagan continually changes, more new courses are showing up in Vernon and its surrounding areas. Golf courses aren’t just golf courses anymore. They have grown into master-planned communities with tour caliber pro shops surrounded by walking trails, restaurants and practice facilities. Predator Ridge boasts a 36-Hole facility with The Ridge Course, and The Predator Course. To say the least, it is special here and you will notice it the minute you step onto the tee box. Predator Ridge is the place to indulge your lifelong passion for golf or to begin a new love affair with the sport. Our two courses are set in a semiarid, mountainous playground that will take

For those wanting to test their golfing abilities and yet enjoy the pleasure of playing in a parklike setting, the Vernon Golf & Country Club is probably one of the best kept secrets in the Okanagan. The club is considered semi-private, but visitors are always welcome to enjoy its warm hospitality. Hillview Golf offers to test your accuracy on their fast playing 18 hole course. With its eight lakes, wandering creek and several sand traps, its green fairways are sure to provide a challenge.

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Spallumcheen Golf & Country Club is the “golfing gem of the North Okanagan.” Offering two distinct challenges – a 9 hole, par 35 course, and an 18 hole, par 71 championship course, Spallumcheen’s lush green fairways can entertain golfers of any caliber.

Another course that should not be missed in Vernon is The Rise. The Fred Couples Signature course at The Rise was designed to give golfers

The Rise Golf Course

an adventure they’ll be talking about long after the day is done. Mabel Lake Golf & Country Club is yet another Les Furber masterpiece. This 9 hole, par 36 regulation course is surrounded by majestic mountain ranges and natural forests, which line the pristine fairways.

Travel to the north for even more great new courses including Club Shuswap located in Salmon Arm. Club Shuswap boasts an immaculate 27 holes of executive golf from the rolling hills of the Coyote Ridge Course, to the spectacular scenery of Lakeview Greens, the natural and man-made hazards will keep even the most seasoned golfers intrigued.

Slightly further north you can find Talking Rock Golf Resort located in Chase. Talking Rock offers up a championship level course that is designed to fit any level of golfer and includes on site accommodations at the Quaaout Lodge.

Located along the shores of Little Shuswap Lake, this makes it the perfect destination golf course.

The lengthy Okanagan summers provide perfect golfing weather, and the season traditionally runs from March until November.

The diversity of golf courses allow you to customize your experience - from the delightful yet challenging executive courses to aweinspiring vistas combined with world renowned championship courses.

A few things to remember for your visit or golf excursion: Tee times should be booked in advance of arrival, especially during July and August. Most area courses have a dress code in effect so it’s best to check in with the facility or resort first so you know what to bring with you.

Whatever your taste in golf, you’ll find it here.

Many of our courses also have exceptional dining facilities. Discuss your game over a light snack or plan the next golfing adventure over a fine meal in a warm, inviting atmosphere. Even if you don’t have time for a round, the views and dining experiences are well worth the stop.

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CAR

& TRUCK RENTAL

BUDGET CAR & TRUCK RENTAL

Round after round you’ll find the right vehicle to fit your needs at Budget Car & Truck Rental. Mini-Vans, Sport Utilities to Convertibles and anything in between. Whether you’re travelling as a foursome or as a group of 6 to 12, we have the right size vehicle to take you to some of the Okanagan’s best golf courses. Budget offers the valley’s largest selection of cars & trucks and we are OPEN 7 days per week, with locations in town and at the airport.

Budget Car & Truck Rental.......

GREAT RATES, GREAT SERVICE. 4417 27 Street, Vernon Toll Free: 1- 888 -368 -7368 bcbudget.com LOCATION: MAP 5 - C4

GOLF COURSE

GOLF COURSE

CLUB SHUSWAP GOLF AND RV DESTINATION

HILLVIEW GOLF COURSE

CLUB STATUS: Public Club Shuswap has two beautiful Executive Courses. A user friendly 9 hole course for both the beginner and intermediate player and an 18 hole challenging course (with beautiful lake views) for the intermediate and advanced player. Club Shuswap offers full golf course facilities and services including driving range, academy program (two teaching professional on staff), clubhouse, merchandise pro shop as well as an 18 hole family putting course.

GREEN FEES: 9 holes $16.00 ;18 holes $30.00 ; 27 holes $41.00 (senior and junior rates available as well as power carts) TEE YARDS RATING SLOPE 18 Holes 3184 57.9 91 9 Holes 1494 57.8 90 PRACTICE FACILITIES • Putting Green • Driving Range • Pitching Range • Sand Practice DINING & LOUNGE FACILITIES • Full Dining • Lounge • Coffee Shop • Banquet Facilities 5751 Trans Canada Hwy. N.E. Salmon Arm Tel: (250) 832.7345 golf@clubshuswap.com www.clubshuswap.com CREDIT CARDS: DD, MC , VI LOCATION: MAP 9 – E6

CLUB STATUS: Public Vernon’s only 18 hole mid-length course; a great place for beginners & seasoned veterans to hone their game. Featuring a wide range of yardages, you’ll need all of your clubs to tackle this jewel. So grab your clubs & your friends and enjoy!

GREEN FEES: 9 Holes $17.00; 18 Holes $30.00 PULL CARTS: 9 Holes $2.00; 18 Holes $3.00 TEE YARDS RATING SLOPE BLUE 3380 57.9 87 YELLOW 2940 56.4 93 PRACTICE FACILITIES • Putting Green • 25 Stall Range • Sand Practice • Lessons Available DINING & LOUNGE FACILITIES • Full Dining • Lounge • Coffee Shop 1101-14th Avenue, Vernon Tel: (250) 549-4653 hillviewgolf@shaw.ca www.hillviewgolf.ca CREDIT CARDS: DD, MC , VI LOCATION: MAP 6 – E7

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• Pull carts • Fully Stocked Proshop DINING & LOUNGE FACILITIES • Full Dining • Lounge • Coffee Shop • Banquet Facilities 3445 Mabel Lake Road, Enderby Tel: (250) 838-0881 www.MabelLake.com CREDIT CARDS: AE, MC , VI LOCATION: MAP 8 – D1

CLUB STATUS: Public Located 35km east of Enderby. Drive out along the Shuswap River to an absolute fantastic golf and dining experience. Who knew getting away was this close.

GREEN FEES: 9 Holes $30.00; 18 Holes $45.00 POWER CARTS: 9 Holes $16.00 TEE YARDS RATING SLOPE BLACK 7090 137 74.2 BLUE 6591 130 72.0 WHITE 5965 126 68.6 GREEN 5358 114 66.6 PRACTICE FACILITIES • Putting Green • Power Cart

GOLF COURSE

PREDATOR RIDGE

golf course. To play The Ridge Course is to earn serious bragging rights.

Defined by breath talking views of Lake Okanagan, dramatic elevation changes and beautiful granite outcroppings, The Ridge Course is challenging and scenic par 72 golf course. A true must-play.

GREEN FEES: Predator $145 ; Ridge $165, includes golf cart, GPS, and practice facility with range balls.

301 Village Centre Place, Vernon T-times: (250) 542-3436 Golf: (250) 542-3436 Fax: (250) 503-3401 Toll Free: 1-888-578-6688 www.predatorridge.com

GOLF

GOLF COURSE

MABEL LAKE GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB

We could tell you that The Ridge Course has been named the best LOCATION: MAP 5 – C6 new course in Canada for 2010 by SCORE Golf. And we could tell you that The Predator Course hosted the prestigious Skin Game twice. But we think you’d prefer to experience the picturesque fairways for yourself, for any golfer, a visit to Predator Ridge Resort should be in the cards.

Balancing length with design strategy, The Predator Course is a challenge for players of every level. With stunning links and grassy dunes rolling to the horizon, it is a truly stunning par 71

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GOLF COURSE

SPALLUMCHEEN GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB

golfers of all abilities. With generous landing areas and five sets of tees on every hole, The Golf Club at The Rise will offer a balance of variety, enjoyment, and challenge. Each hole is distinct in its character with dramatic elevated tees and breathtaking views of the Okanagan Lake and valley on 14 of our 18 holes.

DESIGNER: Fred Couples, Gene Bates GREEN FEES: $75.00 - $99.00 (Power Cart included) TEE YARDS RATING SLOPE GREEN 4407 62.7 108 RED 5269 65.9 112 WHITE 5902 68.4 123 BLUE 6419 70.6 135 BOOMBOOM 6843 72.8 137 PRACTICE FACILITIES • Putting Green • Pitching Range • Sand Practice • Power Cart DINING & LOUNGE FACILITIES • Full Dining • Coffee Shop 8500 Rising View Way, Vernon Tel: (250) 545-7425 Fax: (250) 549-2056 golfinfo@therise.ca www.therise.ca CLUB STATUS: Semi - Private

Club Status: Semi-Private, Public Welcome This 27 hole facility has an 18 hole Par 71 Championship Course and a 9 hole Par 35 Executive Course. This facility is excellent for corporate tournaments.

A full complement of amenities makes this Club a great choice.

DESIGNER: Les Furber.

GREEN FEES: 18 hole Championship Course - $69.00 9 hole Executive Course $22.00 POWER CARTS: 18 holes - $38.00; 9 holes - $22.50 TEE YARDS RATING SLOPE Blue 6423 70.3 119 White 6008 68.7 115 Fwd. 5294 70.5 119 PRACTICE FACILITIES • Putting Green • Pitching • Driving Range • Sand Practice DINING & LOUNGE FACILITIES • Full Dining Room • Coffee Shop • Lounge • Banquet Facilities 9401 Hwy. 97N, Vernon CREDIT CARDS: AE, MC , VI Tel: (250) 545-5824 LOCATION: MAP 5 – B2 Toll Free: 1-866-545-5824 www.spallumcheengolf.com CREDIT CARDS: DD, MC, VI LOCATION: MAP 7 – A10

GOLF COURSE

THE GOLF CLUB AT THE RISE Perched 1000 feet above Okanagan Lake, our Fred Couples Signature Design course will accommodate

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VERNON GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB

CLUB STATUS: Semi-Private Celebrating 100 years! Established in 1913, the Vernon Golf & Country Club is located between downtown Vernon and Kalamalka Lake. This Championship course offers a challenging but enjoyable experience as you meander through the tree lined fairways. The winding creek that gently flows through the course enhances your total golfing experience.

GREEN FEES: $65 TEE YARDS RATING SLOPE GOLD 5580 122 71.9 RED 5821 144 71.6 WHITE 6185 123 72.7 BLUE 6597 130 69.8 PRACTICE FACILITIES • Putting Green • Driving Range • Pitching Range • Sand Practice • Power Cart DINING & LOUNGE FACILITIES • Full Dining • Lounge • Coffee Shop • Banquet Facilities 800 Kalamalka Lake Rd., Vernon Tel: (250) 542-9126 manager@vernongolf.com www.vernongolf.com CREDIT CARDS: DD, AE, MC , VI LOCATION: MAP 4 – C11

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SUN PEAKS GOLF CLUB SUN SHORE GOLF CLUB TALKING ROCK GOLF COURSE SHUSWAP LAKE ESTATES GOLF COURSE 5. HYDE MOUNTAIN GOLF CLUB 6. CLUB SHUSWAP GOLF RESORT 7. SALMON ARM GOLF CLUB 8. CANOE CREEK GOLF COURSE 9. MABEL LAKE GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB 10. ROYAL YORK GOLF COURSE 11. SPALLUMCHEEN COUNTRY CLUB 12. THE RISE GOLF CLUB 13. VERNON GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB 14. HILLVIEW GOLF COURSE 15. HIGHLANDS - SHORT GAME EXCELLENCE 16. PREDATOR RIDGE GOLF RESORT 17. ASPEN GROVE GOLF CLUB 18. LAKE OKANAGAN RESORT & GOLF 19. OKANAGAN GOLF CLUB • THE QUAIL COURSE • THE BEAR COURSE 18 20. SHADOW RIDGE GOLF CLUB 21. SUNSET RANCH GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB 22. KELOWNA SPRINGS GOLF CLUB 23. KELOWNA GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB

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EXPLORING

VERNON & THE VALLEY Teeming with agriculture, nature, outdoor adventure and fantastic people, Vernon & the North Okanagan is where you want to be For the winter outdoor enthusiast you can have your pick of the litter. Skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, crosscountry skiing, snowmobiling and ice fishing are all on the menu and all in less than an hour’s drive. And for those that long for hot summer days, this region has plenty up its sleeve to keep you entertained. Beaches, wineries, golf courses, camping and water sports, are all waiting here in paradise for you.

The North Okanagan has a growing reputation for “cool climate” wineries.

These grapes ripen much slower and accumulate flavour slowly. Wines from

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this region tend to be more balanced and complex making them more of a “food friendly” wine. Wines that are higher in acidity and that have more complex flavours are better suited to accent flavours in food. The good news is, there is lots of wine, and lots of great places to eat!

Armstrong, Enderby, Lumby and Cherryville are all relatively close communities that each have their own charm. Like much of this part of the world, lake life and summer days around bodies of water seem to be the norm. People come from around the world to explore

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the bays and coves by houseboat, jet-ski, stand up paddle board and inflatable mattress. The Shuswap will give you a “big water� experience while hundreds of smaller lakes will provide plenty of sun, beaches and smiles.

If you are looking for a more refined experience while in the North Okanagan, a short drive south of Vernon gets you to Sparkling Hill Resort and Predator Ridge. Sparkling Hill sits perched atop a hillside overlooking Okanagan Lake with a wide-open 180 degree view of the lake below. Their spa, food, walking trails and incredible hotel with keep you

entranced. Right next door are 36 of the best golf holes that the area has to offer.

The Predator Course & The Ridge Course have played host to some of the worlds best and surely, some of the worst! The point is, if you love golf, you have made it to heaven.

Vernon & the North Okanagan, come for a weekend or come for a life time. Simply put, you will love it here. There are so many things to see and do, come and check it out, you will be blown away by what this region and these communities have to offer.

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LAKE COUNTRY Jewel of the Okanagan Cradled by mountains, lakes and dazzling scenery, Lake Country is a district made up of four communities -- Winfield, Okanagan Centre, Oyama and Carr’s Landing. All located on the land above Okanagan Lake and Wood Lake, the First Nations people called this area K’lakokum, meaning the ‘the land between.’ Early settlers established orchards and ranches, and in recent years grape growing has also become an important agricultural activity as can be seen in the various award-winning wineries and vineyards in the area. Incorporated in June 1995, Lake Country calls itself the Apple Capital of Canada, as this is where more than 35 percent of Canada’s apples are grown.

Sandwiched between Wood Lake to the south and the spectacularly aqua marine coloured Kalamalka Lake to the north, Oyama, the ‘Jewel of the Okanagan,’ is a community of more than 1,000 residents, named after a Japanese field marshal.

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Highway 97 on to the Pelmewash Parkway, because this is a gem worth exploring.

Okanagan Centre, once the commercial hub of the Okanagan and a port of call for early lake ferries, wears its history proudly.

The Lake Country Museum in Okanagan Centre Park displays more than 3,000 artifacts, beginning with early settlement days. Located along Okanagan Lake, Carr’s Landing offers a spectacular view of the lake and the surrounding orchards.

East of Lake Country and into the cooler highlands above the valley, a string of lakes on the Beaver Lake and Dee Lake Roads have long been regarded as some of the province’s finest fishing holes.

Connected by waterways and trails, this group of 2O-some lakes are stocked with Kamloops trout, renowned for their feisty spirit. Dee Lake has a boat launch while Island Lake has a recreation site, boat launch and campground. Come for the adventure and stay for the beauty, Lake Country welcomes you.

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SILVER STAR

MOUNTAIN RESORT Paradise Found As you approach Silver Star Mountain Resort, you can’t help but notice all the bright coloured buildings and residences. Most of them have crazy colour combinations that would seem weird anywhere else, but here it seems to work well. It is one of the many defining factors that sets Silver Star apart from other year round playgrounds.

Whether you are looking for glades, the terrain park or to rip up the groomers Silver Star has a wide variety of options that will please those sliding down the “green run” and thrill those who decide to get a little more extreme. In the past few years Silver Star has produced a ridiculous number of pro skiers that are sponsored by major companies and travelling to world filming and competing. Their freestyle programs have become a little bit of a freeride factory.

Like many great resorts, the to-do list goes way past skiing and snowboarding.

Downhill and freeride mountain biking are super popular and all the ingredients are in place to make the experience amazing! All you need are trails, a bike park full of jumps and obstacles and a chairlift. Checklist complete!

Action sports are not the only things going on here. There are several conferences and festivals that congregate on these hillsides in the summer months. So, if you are looking to send it off the big booter, slash through the deep, dry pow, take in a bag pipe convention or sip your way through a wine festival, Silver Star Mountain Resort has everything you need to make these dreams come to life. With an abundance of slope-side accommodation, you will always have somewhere comfy to lay your head.

Restaurants, galleries, hiking trails and wild flowers will add to the good times.

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ARMSTRONG

& SPALLUMCHEEN Heart of Country, Where Farming Comes First The name Spallumcheen is derived from the Splats’in First Nations who are the most southern tribe of the Shuswap Nation. From Splats’in came Spallumcheen, which means ‘beautiful valley’. The area’s natural beauty includes serene wildlife and ecological reserves, as well as parks and outdoor resorts all within an hour’s drive of the city.

The Township of Spallumcheen, just north of Vernon, is a rural municipality and surrounds the City of Armstrong.

Spallumcheen prides itself on supporting its communities with some of the best farmland in the province. They also have the largest Industrial Park in the North Okanagan and are home to Rogers Foods; BC’s only flour & cereal mill, proudly milling Canadian grains for over 60 years.

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Armstrong, a town set within the municipality of Spallumcheen, is surrounded by lush, rural farmland, and offers visitors a wide array of recreational choices, from skiing and snowmobiling to golfing, hiking and mountain biking.

Armstrong’s strong agricultural roots are evident everywhere. For more than 100 years, Armstrong has been host to the Interior Provincial Exhibition and Stampede where you can see some of Canada’s top cowboys compete.

Armstrong & Spallumcheen are lush, vibrant communities with much to offer for those seeking recreation or adventure. While in the area take the time to enjoy the many exciting activities offered here and enjoy the views of the beautiful Spallumcheen Valley.

ENDERBY & DISTRICT Top of the Okanagan Known for its natural beauty and small town spirit, Enderby offers the amenities of an urban centre within a small community renowned for its first-class hospitality.

Situated on the banks of the Shuswap River, the crown jewel of Enderby’s natural beauty, visitors can take a refreshing dip and kayak or canoe with the spectacular Enderby Cliffs as a backdrop. For the adventurous, a hike to the top of the Cliffs provides a panoramic view and a breathtaking location for a picnic. Spend the afternoon on a family-friendly learning adventure at the Enderby & District Museum or the Kingfisher Interpretive Centre.

Nestled within picturesque downtown Enderby are numerous boutiques stocking designer clothing, jewelry, antiques and

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gifts. Restaurants will tantalize your taste buds with locally grown ingredients and cuisine ranging from the rustic to the exotic.

In the winter, visitors to Enderby can experience a variety of adventures.

Snowmobiles roar across Hunters Range, where 90 kilometers of groomed trails attract enthusiasts from far and wide. At Larch Hills, 120 kilometers of trail await the avid cross-country skier.

Only in Enderby can you shop at a boutique and browse pioneer & aboriginal artifacts at the Museum in the morning, hike the Cliffs in the afternoon, consume a phenomenal meal in the evening, and continue into the night with a movie under the stars at the drive-in theatre.

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SALMON ARM

& THE SHUSWAP Beautiful. Casual. Down-to-earth.

Nestled between the peaceful shores of Shuswap Lake and the majesty of surrounding mountains, the city of Salmon Arm is conveniently located on the Trans Canada Highway (Highway 1), and is the largest city in the Shuswap Region. Salmon Arm has long been a popular year-round vacation destination for outdoor enthusiasts and offers a wonderful diversity of economic and tourism related activities. When you make the decision to vacation in Salmon Arm be ready to enjoy a holiday that combines outstanding wilderness scenery,

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countless recreational activities, plentiful shops and boutiques, all of which are enriched by the friendly, warm and welcoming community. With a wonderful selection of hospitable accommodations ranging from hotels, motels, inns, bed & breakfasts and campgrounds and houseboats, your stay will be a memorable one.

The South Shuswap, renowned as the Heart of the Shuswap, offers a relaxed lifestyle with a great variety of recreational choices and accommodations. Each of the South

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Shuswap’s communities - Balmoral, Blind Bay, Eagle Bay, Notch Hill, Skimikin, Sorrento, Sunnybrae, Tappen, White Lake, and Wild Rose Bay - are unique in character, some with a rich history, and others that are relatively new. Enjoy the many beautiful beaches Shuswap Lake offers throughout this area.

The North Shuswap, located on the north side of Shuswap Lake and stretches from Scotch Creek to Seymour Arm, is a recreation and vacation paradise. This scenic route provides a 100km of pristine

shoreline which has remained relatively unaffected by large resort developments.

A distinct part of the North Shuswap is the world renowned Salmon Run. Roderick Haig Provincial Park is home to the annual salmon run and this natural wonder must be experienced: literally, millions of sockeye salmon return each year to spawn and continue the salmon life cycle.

Whether you are looking for fun in the sun or winter wonderland adventures, Salmon Arm & the Shuswap is the place to be.

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LUMBY

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Gateway to the Monashee

There’s a feeling that can only be described as refreshed, as a traveler approaches this colorful heritage village away from the hustle and bustle of the city. As the eastern most spawning point for Chinook salmon, it’s no wonder they choose this place to begin an exciting journey. From Lumby, you can begin your get-away on one of over a hundred trails that meander throughout the Monashee.

At the end of the day you can relax on one of our many patios and explore our culinary delights.

Lumby is a vibrant, ever improving and developing community. Nestled

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at the edge of the Okanagan, the towns location provides an excellent starting point for outdoor adventures. Whether you are fishing, hunting, hiking, camping, skiing or snowmobiling the possibilities are endless.

Located twenty-five minutes east of Vernon, British Columbia, on the Highway 6 Hotsprings Route, and only fifty minutes from the Kelowna International Airport, the town is a very accessible place to visit.

Stroll our historical mural walk and Salmon Trail and enjoy a bit of our heritage. Shopping in downtown

Lumby reveals a healthy array of businesses all within the ambiance of a small town.

Although the village was incorporated in 1955, its history dates back to 1893 when the town site of forty acres was surveyed and named “Lumby”. Prior to that, a small settlement of pioneer farmers and gold miners lived in the White Valley, whose beginning commenced with

the Cherry Creek gold strike in 1862.

Not only is Lumby a fantastic place to visit, it’s simply the best place to live.

With everything at your fingertips, life in Lumby is very easy going and relaxing. The surroundings are idyllic and the perfect place to raise children or settle down for retirement. Whether you’ve come to work, or to play, you will find that Lumby is an excellent place for both.

Lumby & District Chamber Of Commerce: 1882 Vernon Street, Lumby BC Tel: (250) 547-2300 • www.monasheetourism.com

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WINE & SPIRITS Make the trek above the 50th parallel and enjoy the delicate flavours that are being preserved here.

The North Okanagan-Shuswap has some of the best scenery around and the local wineries put this to good use.

Home to more than a dozen wineries from Lake Country to Salmon Arm, you will discover small boutique wineries & fully established well known labels. The rolling hills, abundant orchards and lush vineyards beckon to be explored.

Visit the wineries, participate in a tour, taste the samples and enjoy the view and atmosphere of the vineyards.

Spend some time with the proprietors and staff to learn about the different philosophies on wine making and take on the challenge of wine pairing at your next meal or dinner party, an exciting challenge for everyone.

Famous for sunny days and cool nights, this variance maximizes varietal characteristics and coupled with the perfect soil, makes this region a gem for producing award winning vintages.

The area has an ideal natural setting for growing grapes with semi-desert like traits and picturesque backdrops.

Many of these operations are family owned and very well established.

With cooler temperatures than the southern vineyards, these families and vintners have had great success with different vintages.

MarĂŠchal Foch, GerwĂźrztraminer, Ortega, Pinot Gris, Riesling, Viognier & Zweigelt, are just

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a few types of wine that the region produces. The main advantage to growing these grapes is that they flourish in less than ideal growing conditions.

some serious elixirs. So much so, that it is now recognized as a World Class Distillery as awarded by the World Spirits Organization.

Not only are the northern reaches of the Okanagan Valley and Shuswap building momentum and gaining popularity in the ever-growing wine scene, but it is bursting onto the international spirits stage as well. A local distillery utilizes the amazing fruits of BC orchards to distill and refine their flavours & essence into

To add to this truly unique experience, beautifully appointed & ultra-modern tasting rooms and gift shops welcome you with open arms and invite you to sip, sample and enjoy the fruits of their labours. Cheers!

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WINERIES

DISTILLERY

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OKANAGAN SPIRITS

PLANET BEE HONEY FARM TOURS & MEADERY

ANCIENT HILL ESTATE WINERY

Okanagan Spirits is an internationally acclaimed craft Distillery, producing world class spirits in downtown Vernon. Made from BC fruit and grains, and without colouring, chemicals or artificial flavours, these fine spirits have won numerous awards domestically and internationally. Okanagan Spirits is designated a World Class Distillery, by the World Spirits Organization based in Klagenfurt, Austria. Producing more than 25 varieties of spirits in an traditional copper-pot still, they encourage visitors to come and experience their unique operation. Along with a distilling education, guests will be invited to the tasting bar where they can sample from traditional Fruit Brandies, Liqueurs, Whisky, Gin, Vodka, Aquavit and a genuine Absinthe. Open year round and also located in Downtown Kelowna.

2920 28th Ave, Vernon 267 Bernard Ave, Kelowna Tel: (250) 549-3120 www.okanaganspirits.com LOCATION: MAP 4 – C7

Mead or honey wine, the oldest alcoholic beverage known to man, is a delightful beverage made from fermenting honey and water. By using unique British Columbia floral sources of honey, or by adding specific fruit concentrates, herbs and spices the mead can be finished in many different ways. Planet Bee’s “Honeymoon Mead” is named after the Norse tradition of couples drinking mead for one full cycle of the moon following their wedding. Open Daily All Year, the Meadery offers tastings of up to 6 different meads, product sales and group tours as well as giftware, and numerous other healthy treasures of the Hive in the Honey Health Boutique.

5011 Bella Vista Road, Vernon 250.542.8088 E: info@planetbee.com www.planetbee.com LOCATION MAP 5 – D2

Ancient Hill Estate Winery is a family owned winery in the beautiful, rural, Ellison area of North Kelowna. Located directly across from the Kelowna Airport, on land originally planted to grapes more than 60 years ago.

We specialize in small lots of tasty wines. The wines are made entirely from grapes grown in our own vineyard and processed on-site in our European style winery. Come visit us and see a working winery in action.

Taste the wines in our wineshop or bring a lunch and enjoy them by the glass in our picnic area, which boasts panoramic views of the valley.

4918 Anderson Road, Kelowna Tel: (250) 491-2766 info@ancienthillwinery.com www.ancienthillwinery.com CREDIT CARDS: AE, VI, MC, DD LOCATION: MAP 2 – F5

Mead Tasting and Sales Educational Tours and Presentations Country Store and Gift Shop Honey Health Boutique Open All Year

5011 Bella Vista Road ~ 250.542.8088

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WINERIES

WINERY

ARROWLEAF CELLARS

Awarded World Class Distillery

Arrowleaf Cellars is a family & Distillery of the Year for 2013 run business owned and operated by Joe and Margrit Zuppiger and their son, Manuel Zuppiger. The Zuppigers immigrated to Canada from Switzerland in 1986. Having run both fruit growing and dairy operations, Joe and Margrit were looking to try something new. In 1996 they purchased Suncrest Vineyard with the goal of starting a land based 2920 - 28th Ave, Vernon 250 549 3120 winery. Manuel went back to Switzerland to train as a 267 Bernard Ave, Kelowna 778 484 5174 winemaker and returned with a keen interest to make wine in the fledgling Okanagan wine region. Arrowleaf officially opened its doors in the spring Fruit Liqueurs • Eau de Vie of 2003 with its first vintages of 2001 reds and 2002 whites.

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The first time we walked this steep, 1525 Camp Rd, Lake Country Tel: (250) 766-5522 untouched 10-acre property we saw the great potential to create www.exnihilovineyards.com CREDIT CARDS: VI, MC, DD a special place. It wasn’t just the landscape’s splendor that spoke to LOCATION: MAP 3 - B9

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WINERY

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GRAY MONK ESTATE WINERY & THE GRAPEVINE RESTAURANT

LARCH HILLS WINERY

RECLINE RIDGE WINERY

North of Kelowna, perched above Okanagan Lake with stunning panoramic views of mountains , vineyards and the lake, Gray Monk Estate Winery offers guests a true taste, or sip of the Okanagan lifestyle.

With a bustling wine boutique, a full service banquet facility and the world class Grapevine Restaurant, the winery is equipped to host guests for all occasions. Owned and operated by the Heiss family, Gray Monk is the oldest family owned and operated winery in the Okanagan Valley. From their original holdings of 20 acres planted in 1972, the family now farms over 75 acres strategically planted throughout the Okanagan Valley.

1055 Camp Rd, Lake Country Toll Free: 1-800-663-4205 www.graymonk.com CREDIT CARDS: AE, VI, MC, DD LOCATION: MAP 3 – B8

Since pioneering cool climate grape growing at the north end of the Okanagan Valley, Larch Hills Winery has gained a solid reputation for it’s fine wines. Experience the spectacular taste of “cool climate” wines. Come & enjoy great wines & superb hospitality! Larch Hills Winery... “The Best Winery in the North Okanagan” is open year round!

110 Timms Rd, Salmon Arm Tel: (250) 832-0155 www.LarchHillsWinery.com CREDIT CARDS: DD, MC, VI LOCATION: MAP 2 - B5

Visit our winery only 4 kms off the Trans Canada Hwy, 10 min. west of Salmon Arm. Come and experience a full selection of cool climate wines.

Enjoy our patio overlooking the beautiful Tappen Valley.

2640 Skimikin Road, Tappen Tel: (250) 835-2212 inquiry@reclineridgewinery.com www.reclineridgewinery.com CREDIT CARDS: AE, VI, MC, DD LOCATION: MAP 2 - A6

4918 Anderson Road, Kelowna Ph: 250 491 2766 www.ancienthillwinery.com

Recline Ridge is Open Year Round.

Call for hours 250-835-2212 www.reclineridgewinery.com

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SHOPPING The North Okanagan entices shoppers with boutiques, specialty & big box stores and other objects of desire Whether you’re in need of clothing, jewellery or accessories, gifts, art, candy, toys, books, outdoor gear, or even hardware, you will find everything you want in the North Okanagan-Shuswap.

Browse the local shops, and take your time to find that unique item for the special someone on your list. With friendly, helpful staff to make your shopping experience easy and enjoyable, the plans for a relaxing (or exciting!) day of shopping unfold.

The downtown core and city centres are the two main hubs for stores and boutiques. The downtown areas provide

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quaint, scenic shopping with a mixed array of stores, both local and chain. The central area of town is the common place for large shopping centres like Village Green Centre and Piccadilly Mall—home to major retailers like Sears, Sport Chek, Winners and The Bay. No matter where you are, it will only take a few minutes to find what you are looking for. A visit to each vibrant community to shop the treasures of the North OkanaganShuswap is a great way to spend a day with friends. Don’t forget about the Farmers’ Markets-- they are chock full of goodies by locals and artisans too!

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Come to enjoy the North Okanagan’s largest enclosed shopping centre

www.villagegreencentre.com ART GALLERY

THE VERNON PUBLIC ART GALLERY

The Vernon Public Art Gallery presents approximately 20 exhibitions per year for public viewing, featuring emerging, mid-career and established artists working in a variety of media.

The highlight of the summer is the annual benefit event on July 16, Midsummer’s Eve of the Arts. MEA guests will enjoy an art auction and garden party at Turtle Mountain Winery. On August 23, Vernon’s youth will gather at the Parkade as it is transformed into a mecca for alternative arts at Riot on the Roof; featuring music, fashion, installation and video. The Gallery also offers an Art Rental Program, Gallery Shop, and it provides community programming for all ages.

3228-31st Avenue, Vernon Tel: (250) 545-3173 www.vernonpublicartgallery.com LOCATION : MAP 4 – C7

4900 27th Street, Vernon, BC ART GALLERY FRAMING

BULK FOOD STORE

NADINE’S FINE ART & FRAMES

ROGERS FLOUR & CEREAL MILL

Fine Art is home to the Okanagan’s most popular artists, who work in a variety of mediums. You will find one of a kind fine art here, no posters or prints, open 6 days weekly, open Sundays by appointment. Guest artist and weekend workshops are popular here, and we have art lessons for adults and children throughout the year. Located in beautiful Downtown Vernon, this little gallery has been in business for over eight years and is known as the longest running private art gallery Vernon has had. Be sure to take in the ambiance of this treasure in the heart of Downtown Vernon, offering old fashioned customer service, Fine Art and Fine Artists Supplies.

3101 31st Avenue, Vernon Tel: (250) 542-8544 www.nadinesfineart.com LOCATION : MAP 4 – C7

As people become more discerning with their food choices they are returning to natural products. ROGERS Bulk Food Store, located at the mill between Armstrong and Vernon provides those wholesome, natural choices. We have hundreds of items including baking items, grains, seeds, rices, beans, spices, nuts, gluten-free products, organic products and of course ROGERS famous flours and cereals.

4420 Larkin Cross Road, Armstrong Tel: 1 800-356-8735 ext #5 www.rogersfoods.com LOCATION : MAP 7 – B9

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SHOPPING DISTILLERY / STORE

OKANAGAN SPIRITS

everyone.

3475 Smith Drive, Armstrong Tel: (250) 546-8651 Email: vcheese@villagecheese.com villagecheese.com LOCATION: MAP 7 – E9

GIFT GALLERY

QUILAKWA GALLERY & SUPER SAVE GAS Okanagan Spirits is designated a World Class Distillery, by the World Spirits Organization based in Klagenfurt, Austria, producing world renowned spirits in downtown Kelowna. Made from BC fruit and grains, and without colouring, chemicals or artificial flavours, these fine spirits have won numerous awards domestically and internationally. Producing more than 25 varieties of spirits in an traditional copper-pot still, they encourage visitors to come and experience their unique operation. Guests will be invited to the tasting bar where they can sample from traditional Fruit Brandies, Liqueurs, Whisky, Gin, Vodka, Aquavit and a genuine Absinthe.

Open year round and also located in Downtown Kelowna.

2920 28th Ave, Vernon 267 Bernard Ave, Kelowna Tel: (250) 549-3120 info@okanaganspirits.com www.okanaganspirits.com

beneficial natural health products on the planet.

5011 Bella Vista Road, Vernon Tel: (250) 542-8088 E: info@planetbee.com www.planetbee.com LOCATION: MAP 5 – D2

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VILLAGE GREEN CENTRE

Village Green Centre is located in the beautiful Okanagan Valley of British Columbia, Canada, an area renowned Your one-stop for gifts and snacks. for its spectacular scenery and You will also find a gift gallery with recreation opportunities. The enclosed First Nation artwork featuring local Secwepemc artisans. Large parking for centre is the largest in the North RVs, pet walking paths and picnic area. Okanagan and is home to over 68 stores and services, including: The Bay, 5655 Hwy. 97A, Enderby Save-On-Foods, Winners, Sport-Chek Tel: (250) 838-9422 and the Signature BC Liquor Store.

LOCATION: MAP 8 – B11 4900 - 27 St, Vernon HONEY HEALTH Tel: (250) 545-3204 BOUTIQUE villagegreencentre.com PLANET BEE HONEY FARM, MEADERY AND GIFT SHOP

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DOWNTOWN VERNON

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Check out the Boutique at Planet Bee for those healthy“ Treasures of the Hive,”and browse the collection of bee THE VILLAGE CHEESE related gifts and souvenirs of your visit COMPANY as you shop at your leisure enjoying the sweetness of the country store.

Experience the ambience of“Nature” and sample some of the delicious products of the honeybee hive and choose from the wide selection of various local and international floral Come watch our cheese makers in sources of honey and pollen. Ask action, sample the cheese or visit our about the astounding health benefits coffee and specialty gift shop. Have of these and other treasures of the a bowl of homemade soup or an ice hive that have been renowned since cream cone there is something for ancient times as some of the most CHEESE FACTORY

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Welcome Home! Come downtown and shop at over 150 unique independently owned stores. Shopping in Downtown Vernon you can find everything you need from antiques, apparel, and accessories to home décor, specialty foods and jewelry, not to mention all the friendly faces. #101 3334 30th Ave, Vernon Tel: (250) 542-5851 info@downtownvernon.com www.downtownvernon.com LOCATION: MAP 4 – B7 DOWNTOWN AREA

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ANCIENT HILL ESTATE WINERY

GRAY MONK ESTATE WINERY & THE GRAPEVINE RESTAURANT

Ancient Hill Estate Winery is a family owned winery in the beautiful, rural, Ellison area of North Kelowna. Located directly across from the Kelowna Airport, on land originally planted to grapes more than 60 years ago. We specialize in small lots of tasty wines. The wines are made entirely from grapes grown in our own vineyard and processed on-site in our European style winery. Come visit us and see a working winery in action.

Taste the wines in our wineshop or bring a lunch and enjoy them by the glass in our picnic area, which boasts panoramic views of the valley.

4918 Anderson Road, Kelowna Tel: (250) 491-2766 info@ancienthillwinery.com www.ancienthillwinery.com

North of Kelowna, perched above Okanagan Lake with stunning panoramic views of mountains, vineyards and the lake, Gray Monk Estate Winery offers guests a true taste, or sip of the Okanagan lifestyle. The bustling wine boutique offers guests a variety of tasting & tour options, from the grape to glass Classic Tour & Tasting, to the specialized Wine Library Tutored Tasting, our knowledgeable wine guides will lead you on a journey through our world-renowned wines.

Owned and operated by the Heiss family, Gray Monk is the oldest family owned and operated winery in the Okanagan Valley.

1055 Camp Rd, Lake Country Toll Free: 1 800-663-4205 www.graymonk.com

Olive Us is an extraordinary tasting room experience! The beautiful urban rustic surroundings make Olive Us the perfect place to enjoy some of the freshest, healthiest extra virgin olive oils available. Ray and Jan proudly welcome you to taste an amazing array of naturally fused or infused extra virgin olive oils, as well as exceptional aged balsamic vinegars.

With more than 50 premium certified non-GMO oils and vinegars on tap the possibilities are endless! Explore the stunning sea salt tasting bar and incredible artisan pastas to complement our exquisite oils and vinegars! Discover why we love what we do!!

3003A 30th Ave, Vernon Tel: (250) 260-2880 oliveusoils.com LOCATION: MAP 4 – C7

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OLIVE US OLIVE OIL & VINEGAR TASTING ROOM

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3003A 30th Ave, Vernon 250.260.2880 oliveusoils.com

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A common trend towards environmental sustainability has patrons eating fresh and local, from farm to feast is the name of the game Area restaurants have worked in conjunction with local producers & growers to showcase the areas diverse food and wine. Accolades have been received from the food gurus and bloggers from around the world that have traveled to partake in the dining experience of the Okanagan-Shuswap.

Diners have become more consciously aware of the source of their food, and lean towards establishments that take pride in their connection to local farmers and producers.

This trend is continually growing with more and more recognition, thus prompting our local culinary masterminds to create some of the tastiest dishes seen yet.

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In the North Okanagan, there is a plethora of delightful restaurants in mixed locations.

Perched on a hillside patio overlooking the lake, or sitting high up on the mountain top, great places to catch a bite to eat are often in the least expected places. Try a winery for food finds (they at least have foods best friend...) or the golf courses, many of which offer a ‘19th Hole’ to relax at. If you’re heading out for a hike, be sure to try some take out and make a picnic out of it.

Restaurants are offering take out menus with some of their signature dishes ready for you to whisk away and enjoy at your special location. Whether you want to slip in for a tasty bite, or rush away to a secret location, the Okanagan-Shuswap can provide for all your culinary needs.

Sparkling Hill Resort

TANTALIZING TASTES CLUBHOUSE DINING

Beautiful views and modern décor set the stage for gourmet fare, delectable desserts and a sommelierdeveloped selection of fine wines. For an early morning breakfast, relaxing lunch or an upscale yet unpretentious dinner, range’s expertly prepared fare and warm, welcoming service will exceed your expectations. Reservations recommended.

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PEAKFINE The mood of PeakFine is set the moment you enter - an iridescence from crystals infused everywhere; stunning lake and mountain views, captivating sunsets, a luminous luxury that is palpable. Sample a delicious blend of European culinary practices and west coast + local seasonal fare.

Sparkling Hill Resort 888 Sparkling Place, Vernon 250.275.1556 ext 4021 www.sparklinghill.com

GREEK CUISINE

Experience authentic Greek cuisine cooked to perfection by our new culinary-trained chef. While our menus have been re-vamped and now easier to read, our menu items are more flexible. We pride ourselves in providing freshly made meals served by our friendly and efficient serving staff. Come visit us; try our new wines and our authentic Greek cuisine Dorian’s Greek Taverna

3224 30th Avenue, Vernon 250.558.5100 | www.doriansgreektaverna.com

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Vernon’s local community baker since 2008. Fresh baked bread, buns and treats made from scratch daily. Open 7 days a week and most holidays. New, special products each month. Ask about our special treats for staff functions or our combo pack pricing. Interested in using COBS bread in your business? Call us to discuss options. Proudly supporting local fund-raising efforts and charitable causes. #107 – 4800 Anderson Way, Vernon Tel: (250) 260-3733 anderson.way@cobsbreadmail.com cobsbread.com LOCATION: MAP 4 – C2

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Beautiful views and modern décor set the stage for gourmet fare, delectable desserts and a sommelier-developed selection of fine wines. For an early morning breakfast, relaxing lunch or Meet your MATCH! MATCH Eatery & an upscale yet unpretentious dinner, Public House located inside Vernon’s range’s expertly prepared fare and Lake City Casino is a contemporary warm, welcoming service will exceed themed Pub offering a great sporting your expectations. Reservations and entertainment experience recommended. with all the elements of comfort Appetizers: $6.00-$17.00 one might find in a British Pub. With Entrees: $22.00-$36.00 energetic and attentive staff serving Wine: $32.00-$575.00 pub staples, with a local and gastro Wine by the Glass: $7.00-$12.00 flare featuring Live Music, DJ’s and Attire: Smart Casual sporting events.

Reservations: Recommended 4900 Anderson Way ,Vernon 301 Village Centre, Vernon Tel: (250) 545-3505 Tel: (250) 542-3436 www.lakecitycasinos.com www.predatorridge.com CREDIT CARDS: MC, VI, DD LOCATION: MAP 4 – C2

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For healthy choices, choose COBS Bread no sugar no added preservatives

Eat great on the lake!

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Family dinner without the dishes!

Dine in our vibrant downtown atmosphere. Choose from a wide array of dining options from casual to fine dining, convenient café’s to gourmet fare, everyday favorites to ethnic specialities. Whatever you’re craving, any time of day, you can find it when you dine in Downtown Vernon. #101 3334 30th Ave, Vernon Tel: (250) 542-5851 info@downtownvernon.com www.downtownvernon.com LOCATION: MAP 4 – B7 DOWNTOWN AREA

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27 STREET GRILLE

Enjoy the relaxed and cozy atmosphere where good food and generous portions are served daily from 6:30pm to 9pm. Start your day with our 2-2-2 Breakfast which is also offered all day for those who favour breakfast later in the day. The 27 Street Grille is fully licensed and offers daily lunch & dinner specials as well as a Senior Menu. Locals love our Sunday Brunch Buffet served from10am-2pm.

Located in the Village Green Hotel.

Appetizers: $5.00-$10.00 Entrees: $13.00-$25.00 Attire: Informal Reservations: No 4801 - 27th Street, Vernon, BC tel: (250) 542-3321 toll free:1 800-663-4433 restaurant@villagegreenhotel.com www.villagegreenhotel.com CREDIT CARDS: AE, DD, MC, VI LOCATION: MAP 4 – C2

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DORIAN’S GREEK TAVERNA

ALEXANDER’S BEACH PUB

Dorian’s Greek Taverna is located in downtown Vernon. The new owners invite all guests, previous and new, to experience authentic Greek cuisine cooked to perfection by our new culinary-trained chef. While our menus have been re-vamped and now easier to read, our menu items are more flexible. We pride ourselves in providing freshly made meals served by our friendly and efficient serving staff.

Come visit us; try our new wines and our authentic Greek cuisine.

Appetizers: $8.00-$12.00 Entrees: $18.00-$26.00 Attire: Casual Wine by glass: $6.00-$12.00 Reservations: Yes 3224 30th Ave, Vernon Tel: (250) 558-5100 www.doriansgreektaverna.com LOCATION: MAP 4 – B7

Alexander’s Beach Pub & Liquor Store is Vernon’s only beach front pub with a family section, outdoor patio and banquet room. Located right at the end of beautiful Kalamalka Lake Beach, only 10 minutes from downtown Vernon, Alexander’s Beach Pub has been a favourite destination of both locals and tourists alike. Sit back and relax on our huge patio, enjoy fantastic food and breathtaking scenery. Open 7 days a week, 11am to midnight, Monday thru Saturday, Sundays 11am to 11pm.

12408 Kalamalka Lake Rd, Vernon Tel: (250) 545-3131 www.alexandersbeachpub.ca LOCATION: MAP 6 – C11

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ACCOMMODATION From fancy lakeside resorts to rustic retreats and all points in between, let us accommodate you!

Like so many others, you may just find a home away from home that will bring you back year after year. From classic destination resorts such as Sparkling Hill or Predator Ridge to luxurious B & B’s, a world-class skiing resort and everything in between, there is something for everyone and every budget.

Staying in the city centre offers all the amenities one could need, and the close proximity to championship golf courses, drinks & dining, outdoor recreation, and shopping is definitely something to consider when booking your room. The surrounding hills and tucked away lakes offer the quiet reprieve of a romantic

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getaway or a relaxed outing with the guys.

Major hotels and motels are clustered in the city centre, especially along Highway 97 & Highway 1, and provide amenities like indoor/outdoor pools and restaurants.

Resort options include suites and cottages near a golf course or lake, and a mountainside covered with possibilities.

If you yearn for the great outdoors, the North Okanagan and Shuswap are second to none and offer excellent camping and hiking in some of the most beautiful places in British Columbia. Pack your gear and head out - winter, spring, summer or fall we’ve got it all!

Predator Ridge Resort

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DAYS INN VERNON

5121 - 26th Street, Vernon, BC tel: (250) 549-2224 • toll free:1 800-549-2270 email: daysinnvernon@shaw.ca www.daysinn.ca

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ECONO LODGE VERNON

4100 - 32nd Street, Vernon tel: (250) 549-1211 toll free:1 800-565-5315 www.choicehotels.ca

High Season Rates Low Season Rates # of Rooms Fridge/Kitchen Complimentary Breakfast Restaurant/Café/Pub Wireless Internet Pets Welcome Air Conditioning Cable/Satellite/Movies Wheel Chair Access Exercise Room Indoor/Outdoor Pool Hot Tub/Sauna Meeting Rooms Convention Facilities Laundry Facilities $104

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THE BULLDOG HOTEL SILVER STAR 142 Main Street, Silver Star Mountain tel: (250) 542-2459 • toll free: 1 800-489-0599 email: reservations@silverstarmountain.com www.thebulldogsilverstar.com

$107.99-$132.99

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FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES BY MARRIOTT

5300 Anderson Way, Vernon tel: (250) 260-7829 • TF: 1-888-260-7829 email: reserve@fairfieldvernon.com www.marriott.com/yvefi

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PODOLLAN INN SALMON ARM

1460 TransCanada Highway NE., Salmon Arm tel: (250) 832-6025 • toll free:1 888-668-4180 email: gmsa@podollan.com web: www.podollan.com LOCATION: MAP 2 – B4

PREDATOR RIDGE

301 Village Centre Place, Vernon, BC, V1H 1T8 tel: (250) 542-3436 toll free: 1-888-578-6688 • fax: (250) 503-3411 email: info@predatorridge.com www.predatorridge.com SEE AD DISPLAY ON PAGE 80 • LOCATION: MAP 5 - C6

High Season Rates Low Season Rates # of Rooms Fridge/Kitchen Complimentary Breakfast Restaurant/Café/Pub Wireless Internet Pets Welcome Air Conditioning Cable/Satellite/Movies Wheel Chair Access Exercise Room Indoor/Outdoor Pool Hot Tub/Sauna Meeting Rooms Convention Facilities Laundry Facilities $119 .95 - $159 .95

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• Quiet and Cozy at a reasonable Price

• Kitchen Unit Available • Free Deluxe • Pet Friendly Continental Breakfast

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PACIFIC INN & SUITES VERNON

4790 34th Street, Vernon, BC tel: (250) 558-1800 toll free:1 855-758-1800 web: www.pacificinnvernon.com

$169 - $319

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This hotel was designed with the smart traveler in mind. Spacious, tastefullyappointed guest rooms with 37” LCD TV’s & desks, high speed internet & personal voicemail, complimentary hot continental breakfast, parking & local calls. Airmiles, Aeroplan & Priority Club points honoured.

$119 - $420

HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS

4716 34th Street, Vernon, BC tel: (250) 550-7777• toll free:1 866-677-1111 email: info@vernonexpress.com www.holidayinnexpress.com/vernonbc

$139 - $420

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PRESTIGE HOTEL VERNON

4411 - 32nd Street, Vernon tel: (250) 558-5991 email: vernon@prestigehotels.ca www.prestigehotelsandresorts.com

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SILVER STAR ACCOMMODATION 142 Main Street, Silver Star Mountain tel: (250) 542-2459 • toll free: 1 800-489-0599 email: reservations@silverstarmountain.com www.silverstarmountain.com LOCATION: MAP 12 - E5

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QUAAOUT LODGE

1663 Little Shuswap Road West, Chase tel: (250) 679-3090 email: reservations@quaaoutlodge.com www.quaaoutlodge.com

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Super 8 Vernon is located in the heart of downtown, minutes from local attractions and restaurants. Enjoy spacious accommodations and spectacular service!

Amenities include complimentary hot/cold breakfast, Wi-Fi, heated indoor pool/ hot tub, 37” LED TVs with HD programming, 24-hour front desk, walk-out balconies, and 600 sq. ft. of meeting space. Kids 17 & under stay free. Pet friendly.

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Vernon Tokio Sushi Restaurant on site. Playground for children. Fenced Dog Park by the Creek.

2408 - 34th Street, Vernon, BC V1T 5W8 tel: (250) 503-5566 • toll free:1 800-661-8454 email: tikivillage@shaw.ca www.tikivillagevernon.com

VILLAGE GREEN HOTEL

4801 - 27th Street, Vernon, BC tel: (250) 542-3321 • fax: (250) 549-4252 toll free:1 800-663-4433 email: reservations@villagegreenhotel.com www.villagegreenhotel.com

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VERNON LODGE & CONFERENCE CENTRE

www.tikivillagevernon.com 2408 - 34th Street, Vernon Tel. 250-503-5566 • 1-800-661-8454 Email: tikivillage@shaw.ca

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CAMPING & RV The distant hoot of an owl and the lapping waves on the shoreline are natures way of saying enjoy yourself in the great outdoors Luckily in the North OkanaganShuswap, campsites are plentiful and there is always an abundance of stars.

Many Provincial Parks in the area have designated camping areas and in most cases are attended by a Parks Facility Operator, whom can provide you with area knowledge and fire wood for your site. Aside from our provincial campground areas, one can find a multitude of private campground facilities to suit all needs; from riverside to forested, and a few lakes in between there is something for everyone.

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Completely set in a region filled with vineyards, mountains, fields and lakes, the backdrop for a relaxing time at camp is made.

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Mabel Lake Resort presently has 90 sites which are all fully serviced and also offer 8 light housekeeping cabins, as well as 4 full size houses and a variety of rental trailers. We have a Beach Café, liquor agency, propane services, boat rentals & launch, kid’s playground, swimming area & sand volleyball courts.

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The hidden jewel of British Columbia awaits you. A breathtaking view of the lake from each “country-style” cabin provides beauty and tranquility.

Pontoons, kayaks or boats are available for rent. Can also camp in a tent, or bring your RV. 10 Cabins available. $35

MABEL LAKE RESORT & AIRPARK

3514 Mabel Lake Road, Enderby tel: (250) 838-6234 www.MabelLake.com

$35

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The Royal York Golf Club and RV park is located in Armstrong, BC which is situated between the sunny rolling Okanagan Valley and the cooler forested Shuswap Valley. We feature 24 fully serviced sites including cable in a beautifully landscaped setting.

Pillar Lake Resort

www.pillarlake.com 4745 Chase-Falkland Rd, Falkland 250-379-2623 Email: info@pillarlake.com

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MI . . . . . . . .TIME 268 . . . . . . . . . . . 6:06 347 . . . . . . . . . . . 7:37 524 . . . . . . . . . . 10:45 185 . . . . . . . . . . . 4:20 181 . . . . . . . . . . . 3:38 347 . . . . . . . . . . . 7:01 74 . . . . . . . . . . . . 1:42 34 . . . . . . . . . . . . 0:51 111 . . . . . . . . . . . 2:20 96 . . . . . . . . . . . . 2:26

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MI . . . . . . . .TIME 109. . . . . . . .2:46 72 . . . . . . . . 1:48 401 . . . . . . . 8:46 93 . . . . . . . . 2:14 39 . . . . . . . . 0:59 345 . . . . . . . 6:45 279 . . . . . . . 5:59 275 . . . . . . . 5:31 327 . . . . . . . 8:21 259 . . . . . . . 5:51

Car and Truck Rental bcbudget.com (888) 368 7368 Great Rates – Great Service

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YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS ENDERBY CLIFFS – Less than 40kms north of Vernon, a rocky precipice rises above the trees. A user-friendly single track trail guides you up through the thick forest, as the slope increases, the surroundings start to thin out. Above tree line you will find yourself in alpine meadows and then it’s one last push to the top.

A clear day rewards you with views in excess of 40kms. Start to finish, 5 hours, pack a lunch and keep your dog on a leash.

OKANAGAN SCIENCE CENTRE – OSC is located in Polson Park in the heart of Vernon, among the willow trees and creeks. What an amazing way to spend a day. Friendly staff and a clean environment make for great hands on learning. Displays and exhibits like space vehicles, silly science and a planetarium are popular but the facility changes things frequently so that you can continue to keep coming back again and again. Confirm what’s going on at www.okscience.ca PREDATOR RIDGE – The rooms at The Lodge are exquisitely equipped, much more of a suite or condo than a hotel room. Fitness centre, indoor pool, tennis court and hiking trails with amazing views are all on site. The hotel is centrally located for daily excursions to nearby hiking/biking, lakes and wineries. The rooms have nicely appointed balconies that are perfect for coffee in the morning and wine in the afternoon, all the while overlooking the golf courses. Oh ya, there are 36 holes of world class golf here too!

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11. Coldstream Valley Estates - intersection of Upland Dr. and Ridgemont Pl. Coldstream 12. The Grey Canal Trail – Turtle Mountain – Turtle Mountain Blvd.

13. Becker Park – behind Vernon Rec. Centre.

14. The Grey Canal Trail – Turtle Mountain – Turtle Mountain Blvd.

15. The Grey Canal Trail – Coldstream Valley Estates – Cypress Dr. 16. Marshall Fields Park – 6601 Okanagan Landing Rd.

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ACCOMMODATIONS

CRAFT SHOW

Best Western Plus Vernon Lodge &

Creative Chaos

DISTILLERY / TOURS

Conference Centre

59, 62

The Bulldog Hotel

59

Okanagan Spirits

Days Inn Vernon

59

DRIVE-IN THEATRE

Econo Lodge Vernon

59

Starlight Drive-In

GOLF 17 GOLF COURSE Club Shuswap 17, 46, 47, 52 Hillview Golf

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott 59, 60

FESTIVAL

Holiday Inn Express

Salmom Arm Roots & Blues

60, 61

Pacific Inn & Suites

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Podollan Inn

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Predator Ridge

60, 80

Prestige Hotel Vernon

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31, 32

NORDIC CLUB

Silver Star Accommodation

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Sovereign Lake Nordic Club

Silver Star B&B

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Sparkling Hill Resort

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Super 8 Hotel

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ACCOMMODATIONS - CAMPING & RV 64

Mabel Lake Resort & Airpark

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Pillar Lake Resort

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Royal York Golf & RV

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AGRI-TOURISM / HONEY BEES

RECREATION SERVICES Vernon Public Art Gallery Greater Vernon Recreation Services 19 ART GALLERY / FRAMING

21, 51

VISITOR CENTRE

20, 51

15, 46, 52

ART CENTRE

Rogers Flour & Cereal Mill 18, 26, 27,51

DINING

DISTILLERY / STORE

BAKERY

Okanagan Spirits

BAR & GRILL

CLUB HOUSE DINING range @ Predator Ridge

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Village Green Centre 55, 56, 80 SHOPPING DISTRICT

51, 52

Downtown Vernon 5, 27, 57 WINE SHOP

FAMILY-STYLE/CANADIANA

PeakFine

5, 27, 52

Ancient Hill 57, 59 Gray Monk Estate Winery

Alexander’s Beach Pub

Nadine’s Fine Art & Frames

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ATTRACTION 16 16, 18

CAR & TRUCK RENTALS 30, 79

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WINE & SPIRITS DISTILLERY

55, 57 Okanagan Spirits

PUB

56, 57 Planet Bee Honey Farm Tours & Meadery

FARM MARKET Ringo En Orchards

15, 46, 52

WINERY Ancient Hill Winery 26 Arrowleaf Cellars

FRUIT MARKET / GARDEN CENTER Swan Lake Nurseryland

17, 46, 47, 52

MEADERY

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LOCAL FOODS

CASINO

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GREEK RESTAURANT

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27 Street Grille

Vernon Public Art Gallery

Lake City Casino Vernon

Planet Bee Honey Farm Tours

& Public House

Dorian’s Greek Taverna

Budget Car & Truck Rental

17, 46, 47, 52 26, 56 HONEY HEALTH BOUTIQUE

Match Eatery

16, 21

Historic O’Keefe Ranch

Nadine’s Fine Art & Frames 4, 19 BULK FOOD STORE

Tourism Vernon

FINE DINING

Planet Bee Honey Farm & Meadery

Davison Orchards

SHOPPING 18, 19 ART GALLERY

Downtown Vernon

ADVENTURE / WATERSLIDES Atlantis Waterslides

Vernon Community Arts

16, 18

DINING

ACTIVITIES & ATTRACTIONS

30, 32

Vernon Golf & Country Club

Cobs Bread

Cedar Falls Campground

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17, 18 Spallumcheen Golf

Allan Brooks Nature Centre

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NATURE CENTRE

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15, 17 Country Club

31, 32

Samesun Lodge Silver Star

Village Green Hotel

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FLOUR & CEREAL MILL & Country Club Rogers Flour & Cereal Mill 18, 26, 27, 51 The Golf Club at The Rise

Quaaout Lodge

Tiki Village Inn & Suites

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Ex Nihilo Vineyards

26, 27 Gray Monk Estate Winery Larch Hills Winery

Rogers Flour & Cereal Mill 18, 26, 27, 51 Recline Ridge Winery

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