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Trout Lake

Galena Bay

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Upper Arrow Lake

Nakusp Hot Springs

Ferry Airport Johnson’s Landing

Summit Lake

Arrow Park

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Purcell Wilderness Conservancy

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Kootenay Lake Ferry Balfour to Kootenay Bay Boasting the longest free ferry ride in the world, the Kootenay Lake ferry runs year round. The ferries, Osprey 2000 and MV Balfour, operate between Balfour on the west side and Kootenay Bay on the east side, forming a link with the Trans-Provincial Highway 3A. The crossing takes approximately 35 minutes cruising at 15 knots and passengers enjoy a marvellous view of the area from the decks of both vessels.

During the winter months, the Osprey is the only ferry providing service. The capacity of the Osprey is 80 vehicles – 250 passengers. There is indoor seating on the top deck. There is a coffee bar on the main deck where you can treat yourself to breakfast or a light lunch during your crossing.

All times stated on the Kootenay Lake ferry schedule are in Pacific Time (local time, Balfour). Kootenay Lake is the boundary between the Mountain and Pacific time zones in winter. If you are approaching the ferry from the Creston side, change your watch back an hour now and you’ll have the same time as the ferry schedule.

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Powder Adventures Where is the powder room you ask?

The Selkirks and Purcells make the absolutely best powder room.

Welcome to West Kootenay white!

The West Kootenay has the most fantastic snow in the world for riding ... and skiers, boarders and tourers of all descriptions know that. There is so much snow at the higher elevations that it can be overwhelming.

Snowshoers and cross-country skiers prefer the valley trails. The sledders and alpine skiers and boarders own the high country.

It is easy to get started with snowshoeing and nordic skiing. Clubs like the Nordic Ski Club in Nelson provide groomed trails. With some basic equipment you can drive to a parking lot and get out into the quiet and beauty of winter light.

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Play Safe Those of us who live for winter share a few basic skills to keep ourselves warm and safe. As we take on more adventures, we learn more skills. Basic winter safety is first about learning to dress for changes in temperature. Second, understand that minor accidents can have big consequences if you are by yourself. Ski hills offer patrols on the runs – but when venturing in the backcountry, take a buddy. Third – know the terrain.

Ask a local, get a map, tell someone where you are going. And finally, every powder adventure from snowshoeing to touring to helicopter-aided riding involves some snow risk – learn snow safety.

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There are many powder adventures that ‘branch off ’ from downhill and nordic skiing. Downhill ski hills like Summit Lake and Ski Salmo provide inexpensive and patrolled venues to practice your basic telemark or downhill turn skills.

The risks are low and the parking lots are easily accessible.

Alpine or telemark touring provides a lighter, quieter way to access the backcountry. If you want to get there on your own, the Kootenay Mountaineering Club has a lot of info (see kootenaymountaineeringclub.ca) Or to really get high and away, go direct – by chopper. The professionals at High Terrain Helicopters are a sure bet as support for an awesome Kootenay adventure.

Lodges also offer options to get into the backcountry, with different levels of support for wayfinding and snow safety. Ice Creek Lodge offers remote lodging and guide services from a registered mountain guide.

What’s a Bettie?

The definition is “a female power sports enthusiast of any size, shape, age and ability.” The Betties are a non-profit organization that promotes power sports and brings women together to teach and refine skills, share adventures and generally foster an environment where women can both be an inspiration and be inspired.

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Kootenay Snowshoe and Fat Bike Tours out of Rossland gives guided tours, some especially for women.

The enthusiasm of their experienced backcountry guides is infectious and you’ll learn basic skills while enjoying the camaraderie. Learning a new outdoor sport together with other beginners is a ton of fun and starting out with an experienced guide will give you confidence on side slopes and icy pitches.

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Fat Tire Snowbiking How many different ways can there be to fly through and across mountain snowscapes without using any fuel but your own high energy? It’s been quite a while since snowboards were the brash new powder pushers. Yes, there is a new kid on the block – or you could say that now your mountain bike has a cool cousin – the fat tire snowbike.

If mountain biking our Kootenay mountains has gotten under your skin, it’s a sad November day when you realize, after one or two slideouts, that it’s time to park your wheels. To see one of these new sticky traction puppies is to want one.

Fat tire bikes are mountain bikes with a few modifications – most obvious of these is the slightly under-inflated big bouncy tires. It’s the bounce that makes fat tire biking just a little addictive. Once you’re hooked on that bounce, you’ll want to test your snowbike on all kinds of terrain! They’re wicked in sand and mud as well as snow. Really, when you think about it, fat tire bikes are the perfect solution for at least three of our Kootenay seasons. A path that is boggy down at the trailhead progresses more and more icily till you’re traversing windblown powder at the top of a ridge. But no worries – you’re a on a three-season bike and it just got you there and it will swoop you back down.

Rent one before you buy. In Rossland you can rent snowbikes at Revolution Cycles on Columbia Avenue or right at Red Mountain. In Nelson, go to Gerick Cycle and Ski on Baker Street or you can rent bikes at Whitewater Ski Resort. Get some friends together for a guided fat bike tour: Kootenay Snowshoe and Fat Bike Tours is a great way to get started: call Natasha at 250-231-4305. All of these outfits will be happy to share with you how to get to their preferred trails for bouncing in the back country.

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Rossland Fatbike Festival

Everything is flow. The sun shines, the snow rolls up and billows, a mouthful at every turn. A dancer and her mountain, running down the hill, effortless, breathless. Pure joy.

Jan 30 - Feb 1 Sunday is Demo Day 10 - 2 at Red!

I seat my skis into the snowpack, check my balance. My goggles are fogged from the climb and I’m hot. I’m too excited to do anything about it, just unzip all those zippers. The light is a bit g up flat, wind upslope. I see a few turns down in the eddalin p r u g a m Se trees. Not quite ready to push off. I hesitate, Joanne cross fro a ss a P gbird 1750 weight and hand back ... my skis turn upslope Hummin hill at approx : i to o sk h r . P ate and I’m sitting shoulder deep, skis wedged beb 2015 Whitew Fe . , n n n o aufma elevati neath me. metres Pierre K

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There are a lot of ski days in my life – really a lot – where my feet cramp, or my bindings aren’t set right, or I’m tired, or there is no powder. Days when I’m alert for just-buried hazards. The light is flat, the snow has crusted, the wind blows tiny daggers.

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Drop down out of the sky in Castlegar or Trail ... or shuttle your way north from the Spokane airport. Drive yourself here from anywhere. No matter how you do it, just get here. Bring your skis, your sled or your board, the dog, the kids and the wife. ’Cause we have one heck of a winter wonderland waiting for you.

The joy-moments on the mountain live in my mind, in my heart. That feeling is what keeps me coming back, trying new gear, workKaslo ing on balance, going out in all weather. It is a spiritual quest. The joy days don’t come on demand, in response to effort. You cannot reach that place by trying. When you and your buddy share that inner space on the same run ... I keep that connection in my heart forever.

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The West Kootenay – where real winter is real fun.

The joy-moments are a powder seeker’s secret. Sometimes we share them, we know, with a buddy. It is this experience that we can’t explain Salmo or justify to the naysayers. It’s too expensive, it’s too cold, it’s too risky ... well sure ... but some of the best days of my life ... the days when I’m most alive are on these slopes. Yes, yes people I love have died in the snow, and I grieve them. But I know that they are with me on those days that are transcendent, ecstatic and rare ... and we keep seeking.

Take a break, go for a skate!

Often in the higher altitudes winter also means ice...bring your skates for that powder break day :)

Such a great place to learn to ski... also a challenge for those who know!

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Nelson Most Canadian towns are not at their best in the winter.

Grey, slushy – it gets dark too soon… And then there are the ski towns that have been designed to cater to the chi-chi ski bum collective. They’re all about the gear, the trends and they’re rippin’ expensive too. So get out of there and come to Nelson! You will find that it is one authentic town. In the winter, when the trees overhanging the city streets are coated with soft white and the coloured lights gleam on the dark pavement, it can be beautiful too.

In Nelson, people still smile and greet each other on the street. On a winter’s day when it’s bright and crisp outside and the area ski hills are humming, downtown might seem strangely quiet. But wait until dark. In the evenings, if it’s been a perfect powder day, the restaurants and night spots will be bumping!

Nelson began in the late 1880s as a rough camp which catered to the needs of miners drawn to the area by a silver rush. Located at the foot of Toad Mountain, the town grew rapidly and by the early 1900s boasted several fine hotels, a number of churches, substantial residences and elegant public buildings. Incorporated as a city in 1897, with a population of 1,000, Nelson owes many of its beautiful buildings to the civic pride of its citizens at the turn of the last century.

Nelson’s classic Victorian elegance can be found on just about every corner – over 350 buildings have been designated as having an important heritage value. Its modern face is the energy of its people, an energy that comes across when you see the art hanging in the shops and restaurants, or when you notice the variety of the unique businesses that thrive in this well-supported local economy. In Nelson’s downtown commercial core you can find everything from pots and pans to high end clothing, sporting goods to spas and everything in between.

Today, with a population of near 10,000, Nelson’s economy is very diverse. The ingenuity of the people who continue to migrate to Nelson (joining others whose families have already made that choice), coupled with the selfsufficiency that is a requirement for a town at least four hours away from a major city, forge an altogether unique combination of enterprises.

Check out Nelson’s restaurants for ethnic, traditional, or vegetarian dining to satisfy every taste. There is a variety of accommodation to be found from charming bed and breakfast inns on the shores of the lake to full service hotels. You might take in a world class performance at the Capitol Theatre, catch a movie at the Civic, or soak up Nelson’s period charm by taking a walking or driving tour. (You can pick up a guide at the visitor centre.)

Baker Street is the main drag, but the sidestreets and a few parallel streets are also busy and inviting. At the outdoor rink in Lion’s Park in Uphill Nelson you can join in some shinny. Check out the local curling or hockey action. There is lots to do both in and around Nelson.

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Make a point of stopping by at the new premises of the Nelson visitor centre, where the staff will be happy to fill you in on what you can do today. Find the Visitor Centre in the newly re-furbished CP railway station. Head down Baker Street, cross through the 4-way stop and the station is straight ahead.

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Explore, Dine and Shop Historic Baker Street A true adventure in itself!

Ski or Snowboard at Whitewater Winter Resort

Explore Touchstones Nelson Museum of Art and History

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Touchstones in winter. Photo: K Halleran

Touchstones Nelson: Museum of Art and History The handsome Romanesque building at the corner of Ward and Vernon Streets was originally built in 1902 to house the Postal, Customs and Inland Revenue Department. Built of brick and fine local granite only five years after city incorporation, the structure has always been a Nelson landmark.

stantially n, semi-Victorian, sub “The town of Nelso r average d more artsy than you bohemian, sportier an tains of un sits in the Selkirk Mo hamlet of 9700 souls, e a coltur Pic rth of the US border.

BC, about 30 miles no y.” splaced its universit lege town that has mi les Times r Reynolds, Los Ange he op …Christ With changing art and craft exhibitions, an expanded archival section, gift shop and a permanent gallery dedicated to the culture and history of the area, the programming at Touchstones has something for everyone. Artists’ talks and other events and the high quality of exhibitions which can be displayed in Touchstones’ state-of-the-art, climate controlled galleries, bring residents and visitors back again and again to see what’s new.

A new online portal has just been made available and will be useful to researchers. A fun way to get a sneak peak of the Shawn Lamb Archives without even leaving home is to view their photostream. For the link, go to the Archives tab on the Touchstones homepage. Scrolling through the photos will whet your appetite to come to the brick and mortar museum itself.

Before your visit and for detailed information on the facility, exhibitions, programming and collections, check their website at www.touchstonesnelson.ca. Touchstones hours are 10 am to 5 pm Wednesday to Saturday and open late on Thursdays till 8 pm (by donation after 5 pm); Tuesdays and Sundays 11 am to 4 pm.

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The Capitol During the grand era of Hollywood glitz and glamour, a prominent Nelson contractor, Mr. A.H. Green, purchased the Central Garage on Victoria Street and had it transformed into a theatrical palace of style and refinement. Over the next decades the theatres’s gilded accoutrements gradually lost their lustre, repairs were neglected and the building fell into disrepair.

At its lowest point, the Capitol was used as an auction hall and warehouse. Following the building’s acquisition by the City of Nelson in 1983, after countless hours of work, the theatre was restored to its former glory.

Live dramatic performances of travelling artists delight a new audience today. The annual and ever-popular Christmas Pantomine, an elaborate made-in-Nelson production, always has the audience roaring its approval for the antics onstage as the actors, aged two to eightytwo, poke fun at local politics and current events.

In any given year, the quality of the visiting artists who come to grace the stage of the Capitol could hardly be surpassed in any larger centre. Montreal’s premier saxophonist Remy Bolduc brings his Tribute to Dave Brubeck in January and the Canadian Ballet Jorgen performs Sleeping Beauty in February, to mention only two. New on the Capitol’s silver screen is the Live Performances Series, which invites the audience to experience (for instance) the Bolshoi, the very famous Russian dance company, performing The Nutcracker as it was filmed live onstage at the Royal Opera House in London, England. There are also some great comedic entertainers and family shows on the 2015/16 program.

Check them out at capitoltheatre.bc.ca or call the box office at 250-352-6363 to see what’s on stage now.

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nelson On-site amenities include the day lodge, Adventure Centre, Whitewater Store, Rentals & Repairs, Coal Oil Johnny’s Pub, In the past couple of years, Fresh Tracks Café and Fresh Whitewater has been garnering Tracks Café Express. Free 1.5 a lot of press and awards. It - 2 hour mountain tours are seems that, once you’ve spent offered daily at 10 am. Just meet a day here, keeping this cat in up beside the rental shop steps the bag is hard to do. And that’s at the northwest corner of the got some of the regulars a little lodge by the Silver King Chair. worried. Whitewater still has You will see the Mountain Tour that out-of-the-way vibe of a sign and the hosts in their community ski hill far from the bright orange jackets. madding crowds and KootenTo make the most of your aians like it that way. experience, consider taking Cradled in British Columbia’s a course at the Adventure legendary Selkirk Mountains, Centre. These courses get at the day lodge beneath Ymir skiers and snowboarders alike Mountain the elevation is 5,400 past the falling or falling in feet or 1,640 metres. Whitelove stage and will turn you water’s dependably dry snowfall into a Whitewater lifer. From totals over 10 metres a season. basic learn-to-ski to advanced That is more than 40 feet. There clinics and two levels of avajust aren’t many resorts that see lanche awareness, the centre is Cousins day at Whitewater. Photo: Jayson McRae Murdock snowfalls as big, as often. a one-stop shop. Whether you With no hotels or residences are downhill skiing, snowboarding, telemarking, cross clustered around the day lodge, once you are ready to be country skiing, or heading off into the backcountry, the taken up the Glory Ridge triple chair lift, you won’t be in committed, professionally trained snow school and snow a long lineup stomping your feet or angling for a view of safety instructors are passionate about ensuring you have where you’re headed. (Even if you do find yourself waiting the tools and information you need and will likely use. in a lift lineup, the people watching is too good to ignore.

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Eat & Drink Dinner 5pm nightly

Join a Curling League!

• Curling season runs mid-October through mid-March • Beginners and individuals welcome • Free curling training • Junior program offers after-school curling opportunities for young rockers • Contact league reps and the Nelson Curling Center for information

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If it’s one of those brilliant bluesky winter days, why not pack a “Coldsmoke” is the thermos of hot cocoa, maybe a label given to the lighthunk of fruitcake from Christest, driest powder one mas, and trek up to Pulpit Rock. can ski. Whitewater Ski With the upgrades that were Resort provides this in completed in 2014, including a abundance and skiers chain railing for hikers to hang revel in its glory. on to where it gets steep and Now ten years young, rocky close to the top, this trail the annual Coldsmoke has never been more manageable Powder Fest at Whitein the wintertime. water attracts guests It’s that kind of a trek that from far and wide. Big Coldsmoke Village pic from http://coldsmokepowderfest.com Phil Best will blow the cobwebs that have name outfitters, all the accumulated after too much indoor time right out of your local outfitters and purveyors of tantalizing food options system. You’ll need to be physically fit, and get some ice converge on-site at Coldsmoke Village. Stroll through the grippers on your boots. Climbing poles if you’re used to tent city and check out the eclectic mix of artisans while them are a good idea and be sure to wear layered clothbeing entertained by performers of all stripes. The pop-up ing, because even if the temperature is way below freezing, village is also the place to register for workshops led by you’ll heat up with the effort of the 1.8 km trek. Make sure seasoned mountain veterans who can transmit all they someone down below in town knows where you are going! know about the power, beauty, danger and sheer joy that is out there in the winter alpine.

Once on the summit, you’ll be rewarded with a spectacular overview of Nelson and panoramic views of the mounTop athletes join the festival to pass on their knowledge tains and lake. Hang out, drink that cocoa and eat that and experiences in clinics, from beginner to advanced fruitcake – which will taste awesome for once and you’ll be levels, that are offered throughout the three day event. able to tell Granny how it really was delicious. Soak in the Learn skills like route finding, skiing style for off-piste, high elevation sunshine, but not for too long because the avalanche training and telemark skiing. days are short and the way down should take you Come to compete, come to learn but above all, come to at least as long as your way up – no slipping! celebrate the culture of the Kootenays and its passion To get to the trail, cross the big orange bridge for powder this February 19 to 21 at the 10th Annual from Nelson. Turn left at Johnstone Road Kootenay Coldsmoke Powder Fest. For more inforand watch for the trailhead and new mation, visit www.coldsmokepowderfest.com. parking lot. More info can be had at www.pulpitrocknelson.com

Rocks and Brooms The Nelson Curling Club was founded way back in 1898. In the early years, club members developed and played on outdoor ice in three different locations. In 1935, with the advent of artificial ice, the club moved into Nelson’s Civic Centre.

The club continues to play a major part in local sporting life in Nelson. With six sheets of quality ice, a wheelchair accessible lounge/meeting area and bar and kitchen facilities, the Nelson Curling Centre also makes an ideal location for private functions or conferences.

For a winter sport, curling is unusual in that it has elements in common with activities that have nothing to do with ice – an affinity with shuffleboard and strategic games like Chess and Risk. It’s a thinking sport, but it’s also physical enough that it was given an endorsement by Weight Watchers Canada as an activity of choice.

With its mix of good competition and easy camaraderie, curling has evolved to become one of the most affordable community sports for athletes of all ages, skill levels and physical abilities. Want to know more? The Nelson club is very welcoming and club members invite you to come see how much fun it can be to join them on the rinks. Contact the club at 250-352-7628 or NelsonCurling@shaw.ca BC Canada

BC Men’s Championship Curling The Nelson Curling Club is excited to announce that it has been successful in its bid to host the 2016 Canadian Direct Insurance BC Men’s Curling Championship. The event takes place February 10 through 14 at the Nelson Curling Centre. And you can get tickets for on-ice seating – so close to the players that you will be able to overhear the dialogue between the team members. Two of the six sheets of ice will be removed to make way for bleacher seating to accommodate the crowds who are expected.

16 teams from across BC have qualified for this championship and the competition will be tight. The BC teams will be vying for first place in the province, which will guarantee them a place in March 2016 at the National Championships in Ottawa. Sportsnet TV will widely televise the semi-finals and finals on the last day of competition, Sunday, February 14. Be sure to take advantage of this great opportunity to watch the province’s most skilled men’s teams. Tickets go on sale, January 1st, 2016. Keep up to date on the scheduling, availability of tickets and broadcasting of the championship by checking the Nelson Curling Club’s Facebook page, or sportsnet.ca

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Experience the beauty of the deep woods as you enjoy the rhythm of your stride, your breath and the sound of your skis on the crisp snow, like brushes lightly swishing a snare drum. Find all of this only 10 minutes south of Nelson across from the Whitewater Ski Hill Road where you will find over 28 km of groomed trails unrivalled for their natural beauty and variety.

The well marked trails, rated beginner to expert, meander through marsh, meadow and old growth forest. Occasional warming huts punctuate your excursions and a limited area is lit at night for a gorgeous skiing experience.

The night loop is 1.3 km and the lights are on until 10 pm, seven days a week and until midnight on New Year’s Eve. The Nelson Nordic Ski Club Area operates in co-operation with private landowners and the BC Forest Service. Daily or nightly fees are payable at the trailheads or season passes may be purchased from the club. If you have membership with Blackjack or Castlegar Nordic Ski, you only pay half price day use fees on the club’s trails. Call the snowphone 250-354-4292 for the latest in snow conditions and visit www.nelsonnordicski.ca and their Facebook page for updates on trail conditions and club events.

Fees: Adult (19+) $13/ day, $10/night; Junior (6-18) $7/day, $4/night; Senior (65-79) $9/day, $6/ night; Family maximum $25/day, $16/night.

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In 1899, when the streetcars first started running, Nelson was one of the first western Canadian cities that could boast of a public transit system, which consisted of three cars and five miles of overhead lines and track. In the beginning, the cars were numbered 1, 2 and 3. Early in the 1930s, the streetcars were re-numbered to 21, 22 and 23 which implied some ambition for expansion. Although the system never served the public with more than the three original trolleys, the tramway served the city faithfully for fifty years.

In the summertime you can ride a refurbished Car#23 along the lakeshore. You can even rent it for wedding parties or other special occasions. After Thanksgiving, the volunteers of the Electric Tramway Society ensure that Streetcar #23 is given a good rest for the winter, parking her in the car barn in Lakeside Park.

If you want a pleasant diversion on a winter’s afternoon, why not take a step back in time and check out the Car Barn Museum. It’s the latest project (it was officially opened in August 2015) and the culmination of decades of planning by the Electric Tramway Society. Inside the Car Barn you will find, besides Streetcar #23, an impressive array of local artifacts that were donated to the society by Nelson citizens from all walks of life.

Winter hours are somewhat restricted and a bit of luck might play into your getting inside the car barn. If it’s a Tuesday or a Thursday, maintenance is happening. Give a good loud knock on the door and a volunteer will let you in to mosey around for a while.

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Doggy Daycare Luckily, there are a number of options for your dog if you want to hit the slopes. You don’t have to stay away from your favourite winter sport and your pooch does not have to spend hours, nose tucked under tail, in your vehicle in the lodge parking lot. Here are a few caring businesses you can call: SALMO AREA: 250-354-7578 ddogadventures@gmail.com or Spirit of the North Kennels: 250-357-9390, www.spiritofthenorthkennels.weebly.com TRAIL AREA: Secret Creek Kennels: 250-368- 5619, secretcreeksupplies.ca ROSSLAND AREA: Tails Pets: 250-362-5385, tailsinfo@mac.com, www.tailspets.ca CASTLEGAR/NELSON AREA: All Play Pet Care & Adventures: 250-365-2886 or allplay2@telus.net FRUITVALE AREA: Canine Psychology Center: 250-367-0124 or Willacres Dog Boarding: 250-367-7706 www.willacresdogboarding.com WINLAW AREA: Bark ’N Roll Inn: 250-448-6553 www.barknrollinn.com.

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At the confluence of the Kootenay and Columbia Rivers, you will find one of the friendliest cities in the Kootenays. As in all parts of the West Kootenay, winter sports are a great attraction in Castlegar. You can strap on your ice skates and use the rink in the Castlegar Community Complex during public skating. Also in the Complex is the Castlegar and District Aquatic Centre, with a 6 lane - 25 metre pool, a spray pool, whirlpool, steam room, fitness studio and weight training room. Curling is also popular and the city hosts men’s and ladies’ bonspiels during the winter.

Just a short drive (62 km) from Castlegar, you will find Whitewater Ski Area near Nelson, or the famed Red Mountain at Rossland, only 42 km from Castlegar. World class powder awaits at either of these ski resorts. If you enjoy cross-country skiing you will find trails at the Paulson Cross-Country Ski Area between Castlegar and Grand Forks at the junction of Highways 3 and 3B. The trails are marked for ability levels and have shelters.

The snowmobiling season generally runs from late November until late April. The Castlegar Snowmobile Association (CSA) grooms over 70 km of trails, providing a wide range of sledding opportunities from open meadows to deep powder to winding through trees. Ride the groomed trails of the Norns, Ladybird or Goose Creek areas by taking the Pass Creek Road.

Castlegar’s geographic location makes it the ideal home base for your full West Kootenay vacation experience. The West Kootenay’s regional airport is located in Castlegar, and the city is halfway between Vancouver and Calgary.

Nelson, Trail, the Slocan Valley, Grand Forks and many smaller communities are all within an hour’s drive.

People know that landing at the Castlegar Regional Airport can be chancy in the wintertime. But once you are there and want to have some fun while getting acclimatized, the perfect spot is just across the street from where you landed. If you’re hungry, B’s Eatery and Public House serves up all your pub favourites including Prime Rib on Fridays. And if you’re a sports fan, this is where you want to be – with your buddies, watching NHL hockey games or pay-per-view UFC bouts on the huge screens.

If you feel like trying your luck at the slots, Chances is the place. Join in the fun and play for a prize at an affordable price. Games available at Chances include paper and electronic bingo, a full range of lottery products and a selection of other gaming options. Check it out and see why Chances is your best bet for entertainment.

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If you are a hiker or a backcountry skiier who grew up in Castlegar, the Bonnington Range is where your heart is. In almost 1400 square kilometres of terrain you can ski between twelve lightly treed, relatively low elevation mountain peaks. The alpine and subalpine terrain is dotted with creeks and little lakes and there are four rustic cabins, each about 10 kilometres apart.

This is wilderness ski-touring (or snowshoeing) – excellent route-finding skills and solid avalanche awareness training is essential. Many groups take several days to traverse the Bonnington Range, but there are several one or two day options that will put you on top of the world as you follow the height of land from peak to peak.

The cabins are maintained by the Kootenay Mountaineering Club and have simple amenities, like Coleman stoves for cooking and wood stoves for heat. Your drinking and wash water is melted from the snow you bring in from outside. You can reserve your night’s stay and get information about access to trails, the different routes you can choose and their degree of difficulty through the club’s website kootenaymountaineeringclub.ca To stay the night at any of the cabins will cost your party only $10, which has got to be the best deal on the planet, especially since you know you are supporting improvements to the cabins and all the efforts of the volunteers who share with you a passion for mountain adventuring.

Castlegar Nordic Ski Club For the last fifty-plus years, the Castlegar Nordic Ski Club has been maintaining trails in the Rossland-Paulson area.

The groomed ski trails suit all levels of ability and there are shelters where you can rest and warm up if you need to pause. More adventurous skiers can choose to ski the ungroomed trails. The club map will show you trail skill levels, distances and the location of shelters.

Club memberships are very reasonable and visitors can take advantage of day-use rates. With 45 km of packed and tracked ski trails, the Castlegar Ski Club hosts approximately 15,000 to 20,000 visitors every season. There are 8.5 km of untracked trails for the super advanced skier and an 8 km circular route from Mud Lake to the Ben Shaw cabin that is ideal for young families and for the beginners. The trailhead cabin (the Viking Centre) is located on Highway 3 at Mud Lake, about 5 km west of the junction of Highways 3 and 3B. Along the trail system you will come across three recently renovated A-frame shelters. Stop a while and warm up, or maybe you need to cool down! Cross-country skiing is a great, full-body aerobic exercise.

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Powder Mecca Steeped with a history rich in gold and silver mining, this picturesque alpine city is perched high in the Monashee Mountain range. When gold was discovered on Red Mountain by two transient prospectors in 1890, Rossland was quickly dubbed the Golden City. The find that precipitated the ensuing gold rush was uncovered on the Le Roi claim.

In 1898 the Le Roi mine was sold for just over $3,000,000 (that’s in 19th century dollars!) Between the years 1901 and 1916, 50% of the entire gold production of British Columbia came from the mines on Red Mountain. Rossland had become one of the largest and richest gold mine cities in history, at its peak boasting a population of over 7,000, with 42 saloons, a total of 17 law firms and several newspapers.

Skiing has played a large part in Rossland’s history. Olaus Jeldness came to Rossland in 1896. He represented the very peak of skiing ability in Canada and even perhaps the continent, at the time. Local legend has it that Olaus jumped clear over a train standing at the Red Mountain station, a prodigious and spectacular feat in any day.

Popularity of the sport grew under Olaus’ enthusiasm and tutelage until, in two years, Rossland was ready to hold the first Canadian Ski Championships; it continued to host them for twenty years. At his death, Jeldness willed that his ashes be scattered from the top of Red Mountain.

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It’s a blast! The first ever winter carnival in western Canada, Olaus Jeldness pioneered this event way back in 1898.

It begins on Thursday evening with a variety show and the auctioning off of the bobsled teams. After the race is run, if you are the owner of the winning team, you will win cash! Award winning Slocan Ice Sculptures will build an ice palace downtown in honour of the Carnival’s founder and you will be amazed and inspired to see what they can do with frozen water.

Friday sees a lot of action: races and a parade downtown, bonfires, fire spinners and live music with the Good Ol’ Goats…outside… Watch the street fill up with dancers stomping, the best way to keep warm! Daytime activities include creative races with bobsleds, snowmobiles, GTs, skis, snowshoes, mountain bikes with the big fat tires, golf clubs and running shoes. Keeping the beat, the Boomtown Garter Girls will be performing around town. Visitors to the carnival may also participate in a wine tasting festival, pie eating contest, ice hockey, curling, kids’ scavenger hunt, a teen dance and more. Nighttime activities take place at the Legion and other venues around town and at Red.

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Trail The Silver City, set along the banks of the Columbia River, is steeped in rich mining history. Just under 8,000 people call the area home and it is one of BC’s important economic centres and the industrial heart of the Kootenays. The City of Trail owns and operates a regional airport that services residents, the business community and of course the skiers and snowboarders from the coast who are bound for Red Mountain or the backcountry around Trail.

Trail’s transition from frontier to settlement began in 1895 when there was interest in locating a smelter in the area to serve the rich mines in Rossland. A small copper smelter on a bench above the townsite was completed in 1896 and named the British Columbia Smelting and Refining Company. This smelter evolved into what is now known as Teck, a successful and innovative worldwide mining company.

Over the years, Trail has become the home of a very large Italian community that has contributed to the city’s distinctive character. Some say the best Italian food in the province is to be enjoyed here. If you’re in the mood for cooking, you’ll be inspired by the great selection of Italian specialties at Ferraro’s grocery downtown. If not, the Colander serves Italian right - family style with massive entrees and a big bowl of salad placed on the table for everybody to share. A sure bet if you’re hungry after a day on the slopes is the casual fine dining to be had at Benedict’s Steakhouse, or raise a glass with friends while you warm by the fireplace at the Tunnel Pub or at Foxy’s in the Best Western. (See the dining guide in the last few pages for more details!)

Whether your passion is recreation or history, Trail has a story to tell. The small town friendliness, lifestyle, rich history, favourable climate and access to four-season and first-class recreational facilities make it easy and affordable to explore Trail.

Home of Champions The greater Trail area is well known as the “Home of Champions”. A monument was needed to celebrate this designation! The Home of Champions Monument is located in the 900 block of Farwell Street next to the Kootenay Savings Credit Union and recognizes those who have made a significant contribution to the communities of Greater Trail in the categories of Sports, or Industry and Lifestyle, or who have reached a significant level of achievement in a chosen field of endeavour. Sponsored by Kootenay Savings Credit Union and was constructed in 1996.

Stay In Trail, Ride To Red After an invigorating day on the high slopes of Red Mountain, descend to the City of Trail.

The award winning Best Western Plus Columbia River Hotel offers easy access to the downtown core of Trail.

Feel right at home in the well-appointed rooms with elegant furnishings and generous amenities. Another popular place to stay is the Glenwood Motel. It has consistently high ratings for cleanliness, friendliness and its facilities.

It has a hot tub and a fitness room, a continental breakfast and the motel is dog friendly.

How to get to where you want to go? Especially if you are a big party that wants to forget about driving and parking and instead concentrate on the having fun aspect of winter, you can always take the bus around Trail and up to Rossland: Trail transit visit www.bctransit.com/westkootenay/. Or call the Mountain Shuttle at 250-231-4305.

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VISAC Trail is widely known for its sports excellence, but you’ll be delighted to discover the artistic side of Trail in the Community Art Gallery, located in the lower level of the Greater Trail Community Centre. This is Trail’s only gallery and creative activity centre. Their mandate is to “present the work of emerging and established Kootenay artists and to provide training opportunities at all levels.”

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classes in painting, coloured pencil workshops, a fully stocked pottery studio and an extensive community of artists to connect with. Plan to check out what classes are offered, or just see what’s new in exhibitions. Regular gallery hours are Tuesday to Friday, 10 am to 4 pm and 6 pm on Thursday. Depending on volunteer availability, gallery dates and times are subject to change without notice.

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World Champions 1939. Photo courtesy of James Morris, Kaslo

Smoke Eaters

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The Trail Smoke Eaters have a long and rich history in the city of Trail, they play in the BC Hockey League Network. The “Smokies” have contributed significantly to the remarkable sporting reputation of the city and have a lot of community support in this sports-minded town, still holding the distinction of being the last Canadian amateur hockey team to win a World Championship (1961).

They say “When you’ve played for the Smoke Eaters, you become a Smoke Eater for life,” and that is true of their fans too! Be sure to come out to the Cominco Arena to see the Smoke Eaters play! Wander the halls of the Sports Hall of Fame while you are waiting for the game to start.

To learn more about the historic Trail Smoke Eaters, visit www.HistoricSmokeEaters.ca

The Trail Curling Club has a long and successful history.

It was formed in 1908 with 52 members. As with other clubs in the region, in the early days the game was played on natural ice, often in slushy conditions. The 16th Annual BC Curling Bonspiel was held in Trail in January, 1913.

By 1929 the club had 216 members, with 13 women’s rinks, establishing curling as a popular winter sport in the community, next to hockey. Between 1947 and 1957, Trail rinks won the BC Curling Championship nine times. With a track record like that, no wonder Trail has been designated BC’s Best Sports Town.

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Try A Teck Tour

The centre is located above the TD Bank in downtown Trail, #200-1199 Bay Avenue, and is open 9 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday all year round.

Free guided tours of the giant Zinc Electrolytic and Melting Plant are given Monday through Friday and begin at the Teck Interpretive Centre. Minimum age is 12 years.

Flat, enclosed walking shoes, slacks and long sleeved shirts or jackets are required.

Call the Trail Chamber of Commerce at 250-368-3144 to book a tour. In winter, the tours need to be booked 24 hours in advance. Take advantage of this great opportunity to experience the innovative processes at Teck’s Trail Operations.

Learn more here, www.teck.com

For over 100 years there has been a smelting industry in Trail and today Teck’s Trail Operations are one of the largest zinc and lead smelting complexes in the world. Using state of the art technology and employing 1,500 people, Teck’s smelting and refining complex at Trail produces a wide range of metals and related products. Originally built to process concentrates from local mines; concentrates are now purchased from mines throughout the world.

The Teck Interpretive Centre is a mini science centre located in downtown Trail and featuring interactive, hands-on exhibits telling the story of what Teck’s Trail Operations do and how this major industry monitors and protects the environment. Learning extends to the restroom where labels identify which items contain elements produced by Teck.

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Fruitvale, The Heart of Beaver Valley Fruitvale, originally named Beaver Siding, began as a stop on the Great Northern Railroad. In 1906 a land corporation called Fruitvale Limited purchased a great deal of land on both sides of this stop and Beaver Siding became Fruitvale. Its new name more accurately reflected the valley as it was – the best fruit growing area in the West Kootenay. The Village of Fruitvale was incorporated on November 4, 1952.

Recreation is important in the Beaver Valley area. Facilities include an ice arena, soccer fields, baseball/softball parks, curling rink, bowling alley, horseman’s grounds and campgrounds. Boating, fishing, cross country skiing, the Champion Lakes Golf & Country Club and Champion Lakes are also popular attractions. The Beaver Valley area contains two community halls (one in Fruitvale and one in Montrose), a public library and the Park Siding Historical Log School site.

Go Nitehawks Fans say the best hockey in the Kootenays takes place at the Beaver Valley Arena. The Beaver Valley Nitehawks offer experienced hockey and the prospect of watching them hoist another trophy at the end of the season keeps their loyal fans in the stands year after year. If you’re in the area on one of the dates below, why don’t you join them?

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Dec 29

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Dec 30

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vs Nelson

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Feb 19

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Feb 20

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Wilderness Outings While many hit the mountain slopes to ski come winter, others prefer a thrilling ride on a snowmobile destined for trails, logging roads and higher climbs.

The Beaver Mountain Snowmobile Association was created for just such winter adventurers. The Fruivale membership is an active group who have taken on the challenge of finding the best places to ride in the area. The club works in cooperation with several land stewardship organizations, including the Nature Conservancy of Canada.

Only club members are allowed to operate their sleds in the 136,000-acre (55,000-hectare) privately owned property bordering the west shore of Kootenay Lake known as Darkwoods.

If you are looking for someone to give you good advice on snowmobiling around Fruitvale, check out the village website, www.village.fruitvale.bc.ca or bvrmntn.webs.com

Gliding Through The Snow Grab your skis, your kids and your friends and head out for a bracing day of skiing in the Beaver Valley. A lovely spot to ski is where a lot of local people take their dogs for a good run – the trails in Beaver Valley Family Park. Or if you prefer groomed trails, glide through the forest and wind around the lakes on the 13 km of trails in Champion Lakes Park. The terrain is gentle and there is a warming shelter when you need to take a breather.

You can find a map of all the Champion Lakes trails at the trailhead by the parking lot of Champion Lakes Park. To get there take the Champion Lakes Road, approximately 10 km east of Fruitvale on Hwy 3B – watch for the blue sign.

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Stagleap Provincial Park This park is located about 37 km south of Creston on the Crowsnest Highway at the summit of the highest allweather pass in BC. The park plays a key role in protecting habitat for internationally endangered mountain caribou, so there are some restrictions, such as no dogs in the wintertime. A small herd of about 40 caribou are heavily dependent on the park for their migrations and the tree lichens, a staple of their winter diet.

A log shelter for day use is located on the west side of the developed area of the park. Getting to this shelter on your snowshoes is a great winter excursion with kids. If you turn to look towards the north facing slopes of the park you will see all the tracks made by the backcountry skiers.

The height and breadth of that terrain makes you wonder – How did they get there?

Stagleap Provincial Park is one of the most accessible backcountry skiing destinations in the Salmo-Creston area.

Which is most definitely not to claim that backcountry skiing is an “accessible” sport. There are no lift lines and at Stagleap, snow machines are not permitted. There is absolutely no cheating – all that glorious swooping powder-inyour-face descent is borne at the cost of the elevation gaining upward trek you do using your own limbs and lungs – one foot in front of the other and ever upward, the skins on your skis giving you the necessary traction.

But of course it is all worth it!

A popular destination is Ripple Ridge Cabin, which takes about an hour to ski from the parking area and involves about a 1500 feet gain in elevation. Most backcountry skiers begin this way; the skin tracks left by previous skiers are usually easy enough to follow and for this seg-

ment, there is no appreciable avalanche danger. The trail from the highway goes up and up, then levels off before it drops into the next valley. Look for the trail into the cabin on the right at this point. You can actually stay at this cabin overnight: go to www.rippleridge.ca to reserve it. If you are an experienced backcountry skier, head out to where the real rewards are, further out to Baldy Rocks, The Muffin or Cornice Ridge. You are in for a ski day you will remember for the rest of your life.

If you are new to backcountry skiing, there are a few things to keep in mind. Research is essential - you need to have a very good idea of where you want to go and how you will get back. You need the right gear, adequate avalanche awareness and safety training and dependable buddies. Make a plan, don’t deviate from it and make sure more than one other person is aware of it. Get the skinny on saving your skin. There are several good websites that are useful for a refresh of your winter safety sense. Try www.env.gov.bc.ca/bcparks/explore/safety/ and most certainly www.avalanche.ca/forecasts/kootenay-boundary.

At backcountryskiingcanada.com you will find good information about safety, some popular routes including several at Stagleap Provincial Park and even a forum that will help you find a skiing buddy.

Erie Lake If you can’t get to the large lakes in the Kootenays for winter fishing, don’t fret. Ice fishing is a popular sport around Salmo in the w­inter. Erie Lake is located just 6 km west of Salmo. It is a small calm lake that usually freezes.

The lake is rich in wildlife and plant life, an ecosystem in itself, which makes it a perfect spot to snag a largemouth bass, smallmouth bass or trout.

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salmo

Salmo Salmo, Erie and Ymir were small mining towns that grew up along the right-of-way of the historic Nelson/Fort Shepherd Railway during the gold rush years of 1896 and ’97. Gold, silver, lead, zinc and tungsten were mined in the surrounding mountains and Salmo grew as a centre for supplies and entertainment.

The Salmo River valley was famous for the large cedars that grew there. The early logging industry and forest fires have destroyed much, but isolated stands can still be found and huge stumps show the size of the old trees.

Today, Salmo calls itself the “Hub of the Kootenays” because it lies at the junction of two main highways. It is a quiet, friendly village with a population of approximately 1,130. The pretty town features heritage wooden buildings.

The Salmo/Ymir area has many exceptional forest based recreation opportunities. The logging roads that have been carved into the mountains provide access into the backcountry for snowmobiling and cross country skiing. The local ski hill has great downhill skiing/snowboarding. Other fantastic winter activities to pursue in Salmo include backcountry skiing, snow shoeing, dog sledding and winter fishing.

One of the oldest heritage buildings and a landmark in Salmo is the Salmo Hotel, which was built in 1912. There has been a hotel on this location continuously since 1860, but all four previous hotels on the site succumbed to one of the heating systems of the time, in other words, fire!

After a day on the slopes, you can’t beat the pub for its relaxing atmosphere as you recall all the adventures of the day. Be sure to check out the old photographs on the walls while you enjoy the refreshments.

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and sit inside our one of a kind store or sit outside under cover and enjoy the view.

Welcome to Salmo the “Hub of the Kootenays,”

Visit our museum to see historic photos of Salmo and exhibits of mining artifacts – even a mine tunnel.

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Grants, donations, memberships and volunteers were needed to remodel the facility. Through hard work, many spaces and programs have been developed in the past seven years including a fully equipped music studio – a space for “all things musical”. The facility also boasts an indoor skate park (well, technically not a skate park but a skate bowl), youth lounge, a 6090 square foot gymnasium with built-in bleachers, family resource centre, and kitchen. The SVYCC offers a variety of these spaces to rent for meetings and/or special events as another method of generating revenue.

Every day there is something going on, from Mother Goose children’s group to step aerobics to youth writing groups.

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SALMO 323 Davies Ave, is Salmo, BC Salmo Ski Hill a volunteer-run enterprise that is a welldeserved source of community pride. With friendly staff, incredible scenery and great winter temperatures, the hill is really a must-do. Amp up the experience by skiing at night We have what you need. on fully lit runs.

Visit our excellent Enjoy a wide variety of skiing opportunities fresh meat and suitable produce for all skill levels. There are six groomed gentle departmentsruns: – you will not slopes, moguls, steep slopes, racing courses, a half pipe be disappointed. for snowboarders and a bunny hillOpen will ensure Mon-Sat 9amthat to 6pmall members of the family will have a great time. The trails 250-357-9922 are serviced by a T-bar and a handle tow. If you are intera full line of grocery items including natural and bulk foods estedCarrying in cross-country skiing, there are trails for that as well. The ski hill is patrolled by qualified Level 1 and 3 OFA volunteer patrollers.

At the day lodge you can warm your toes and fingers and have lunch or a snack. If you haven’t come prepared to ski, but would like to try out the hill, you can rent skiing and snowboarding equipment at reasonable rates.

Lift Hours: 5:30 pm to 9 pm Monday to Thursday and 9 am to 3:30 pm Saturday and Sunday. Friday and Saturday nights are made available for hill rentals. Half day pass starts at noon. For two weeks over the Christmas and New Year’s holidays, when the local kids are out of school, the ski hill is open every day until 3:30 pm. Pass holders from other ski hills receive up to 50% off a full day or night pass.

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A Different Kind Of Sledding Have you ever wanted to fly through the snow behind a dog team and shout Mush!? Now you can make that dream a reality thanks to Spirit of the North Kennels.

An exhilarating ride behind a team of enthusiastic Alaskan huskies will take you along some of the most beautiful trails in the West Kootenay. The tour travels 7 kilometres along a groomed trail that winds through dense forest, open fields and along the clear Salmo River.

And now, to help you realize your dream of participating in the 1000 mile race, Yukon Quest, you can learn to drive a team of Alaskan huskies. Al Magaw of Spirit of the North Kennels offers to teach you how to do it! For more info on a truly Canadian adventure, go to his website www. spiritofthenorthkennels.weebly.com

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Creston In 1864, mountain men and prospectors following the Dewdney Trail discovered the beautiful Creston Valley.

Travel was difficult except for along the waterways, but gold finally provided the incentive for an east-west route linking the coastal communities with the gold fields centred on Fort Steele. When the mining fever shifted north to the Kaslo-Slocan region, the valley and its waterways became a north-south throughway. The building of the railroads in the late 1890s played a large part in the economy, as all goods were transported by rail and ship.

Today, known as the “Valley of Swans”, Creston, with a population of just less than 5,000, remains an important centre in the Kootenay area, with a thriving business sector and a vibrant arts and cultural scene. It has some great amenities, as befits a regional supply town. The Creston & District Community Complex is one of the most complete athletic and conference facilities in the region. There is almost always something to do or watch at the complex – in the winter it’s curling and Junior and youth hockey. Creston residents also use the complex year round for fun and educational courses, plus all kinds of watersports and fitness programs.

Wintertime is beautiful in Creston. The vast expanse and depth of Kootenay Lake moderate the climate at the lower elevations of the valley bottom, so the mercury seldom dips below -10ºC. But if you climb up from the valley – especially towards Salmo via Highway 3 and the Kootenay Pass – the moisture laden air from below rises and drops a whomping amount of snow at the higher elevations. This makes the mountainous wilderness just west of Creston and south of Salmo a paradise for back country skiers.

Winter Wildlife A wonderland of winter activities starts to unfold before your eyes at the Creston Valley Wildlife Management Area. It is time to lace up your skates and glide across the ponds. Watch for moose while cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. Or take your fishing rod and hit the holes on Duck Lake. Enjoy the day watching the winter birds as you explore the trails.

The Creston Valley Wildlife Management Area provides an opportunity to see large mammals such as elk, moose, deer, coyotes, muskrat, beaver and river otters in addition to the diverse bird species for which it is best known.

The CVWMA is a 17,000 acre wetland habitat that stretches from the south end of Kootenay Lake to the US border. It is a designated wetland of international significance (Ramsar site) and recognized internationally as an Important Bird Area (IBA) and nationally as an Important Reptile and Amphibian Area (IMPARA). Over 286 species of birds, 57 species of mammals and 29 species of fish, reptiles and amphibians call the wetland of the CVWMA home.

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Snowmobile Playground Creston is home to an enthusiastic snowmobiling community. The Kokanee Country Snowmobile Club works hard to grow its membership and its trail systems. With a fun, family vibe, this club is dedicated to keep the sport alive in the area.

Char Creek Cabin Trail Although not groomed, the Char Creek Cabin Trail is a favourite outing for sledders. The deactivated logging road turned snowmobile trail is located about 50 kilometres up the Salmo Creston Pass on the left hand side.

With lots of staging room, it’s easy to access the trailhead.

The trail to the cabin is about five kilometres in length – great if you have youngsters out for the day. Maintained by the Kokanee Country Snowmobile Club, the cabin has a wood stove for warmth and seating for a crowd. There are plenty of nearby play areas for either snowmobiling or tobogganing.

Russell Creek Directly above the historic mining town of Kitchener, about 15 minutes from Creston, is the Russell Creek logging road. Contact the snowmobile club to ensure there is no active logging in the area before staging.

Russell Creek is a wonderful area for family fun and easy adventure. With plenty of opportunity to play in easy sloped cutblocks, you’ll find hours of enjoyment in the areas along the Russell Creek/Birch Creek trail system.

The trails go on forever, so be sure to pay close attention to your gas and time. Powerline Hill, about 15 kilometres in, is a great place for family tobogganing and fun time.

Dropping into the Little Moyie the cutblocks become a bit steeper, but still great for the intermediate and beginner rider. The views over the Kitchener Valley, Goatfell and Kingsgate are stunning.

For up to date information, see kokaneecountry.webs.com

Thunder Cats Hockey Not long after the last fruit is picked in the orchards, it’s hockey time in Creston. The home team is enthusiastic and has plenty of fan support. If you are in Creston on the following dates, treat yourself to some entertaining hockey!

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Dec 18

Fri

7:30 pm vs Kimberley

Dec 31 Thurs 7:30 pm vs Fernie Jan 8

Fri

7:30 pm vs Castlegar

Jan 15

Fri

7:30 pm vs Golden

Jan 16

Sat 7:30 pm vs Columbia Valley

Jan 30

Sat 7:30 pm vs Fernie

Feb 3

Wed 7:30 pm vs Kimberley

Feb 12

Fri

Feb 20

Sat 7:30 pm vs Columbia Valley

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Balfour In Winter

A Free Cruise

From west to east Balfour sits on the and east to west, west bank of beautiful 10 times each way, Kootenay Lake with the MV Osprey will the Selkirk Mountain ferry you and your range as its backvehicle safely across drop. With four disKootenay Lake. It is tinct seasons, there is the longest free ferry something to do year ride in the world and round. takes approximately Winter in Balfour 35 minutes. Think of is relatively mild, it as a winter cruise but has an average in the Kootenays! snowfall of 70cm in December and January most winters. The New Year’s golf course is perfect Day Derby for cross-country How do you celeskiing and snowshoeWoodbury hosts fishing derbies twice a year - Thanksgiving and Easter. brate the dawn of ing. With its diverse a new year? If you array of accommodalive in Balfour, you live in a community where getting out tions, you can use Balfour as a base for snowmobiling in fishing on the lake seems like the natural way to greet the the back country, downhill skiing and heli-skiing trips. If new year. Casting your line and enjoying the company of winter fishing is your passion, you will find great access to family, friends and your neighbours, maybe musing about the lake through either of the two marinas or the public the future and the past – this little local derby has all the launch ramp. anticipation and nostalgia that seem to suit this holiday.

The New Year’s Day derby in Balfour is just for fun.

Winter Pass Closures Whether you’re a local or are visiting the area, you are When Kootenay Pass closes due to avalanche conditions, welcome to join in! Register at Gill and Gift (right at the the MV Osprey ferry will run 24 hours until the pass referry landing) and throw $20 in the hat. The pot is split opens. Usually, if the road is closed, it is a scheduled closbetween the longest Dolly and the longest rainbow. ure for avalanche risk mitigation.

To find out when the scheduled closures are to begin and Woodbury end and which sections of your route are affected, check Take the time to travel 3.5 km north of Ainsworth to DriveBC.ca. Another very handy feature of this provincial Woodbury Resort. As with many small settlements in the website are the webcams. region, Woodbury began as a mining camp, servicing the There are over thirty webcams in the West Kootenay, and miners who worked in many of the local mines, like the the images you can see on the DriveBC site get updated King Solomon and nearby Grant and General Mines. It at least twice an hour. In the winter, it is nice to know was also home for many of these men, who were lured in advance the weather and road conditions you will be here by the promise of a fortune in silver, lead and zinc. encountering on your journey.

As it became less profitable to mine these metals, the

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population of Woodbury, like Ainsworth Hot Springs, declined dramatically.

Today Woodbury’s fortune lies with its breathtaking location on Kootenay Lake and the great outdoors. Woodbury Resort and Marina is open all year. This four-season resort has everything from boat rentals to a restaurant.

Fishing is at its best in fall and winter. Kootenay Lake is famous for having some of the biggest Gerrard rainbow trout, reaching phenomenal sizes of over 20 lbs, as well as Dolly Varden (bull trout) and kokanee, a land-locked salmon. The resort sponsors a “Dolly Tournament” at Easter and a “Rainbow Tournament” at Thanksgiving, the second Monday in October. Fishermen come from all over to participate in these derbies.

Woodbury is also a snowmobiler’s gateway to Kokanee Glacier Park and the Silver Spray cabin. With a massive parking lot and large resort Woodbury can take on any sledder rig. There is endless room to park and turn around even the biggest of rigs with ease. After a day’s riding or skiing, call in at JB’s Marine Pub & Restaurant for great fish and chips and a beverage to warm up.

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Ainsworth Hot Springs

Ainsworth Hot Springs Resort

In the heart of the Kootenay wilderness lies Ainsworth Hot Springs, a small village set into the mountainside overlooking the vast expanse of Kootenay Lake and the Purcell Mountains. When winter starts to bite, you will want to come here.

Since time immemorial, the Ktunaxa people (pronounced K-too-nah-ha) have valued this site as a place for healing. After battle, warriors would soak in the spirit waters (nupika wu’u) to ease the wounds sustained in the fight to defend their lands. Those living with other ailments such as arthritis would also utilize the hot pool to find relief to their pain.

The springs originate in the Cody Caves area, above and to the west of Ainsworth Hot Springs. The water works its way down from its source through porous calcareous rock to flow through to the pools below, renewing the water naturally approximately six times a day.

When the miners and prospectors flooded into the Kootenay Lake territory in the late 1880s, the first townsite to be developed was Ainsworth, which was named by American born Captain George Ainsworth after himself. It’s hard to imagine today, but at the height of the mining activity, approximately 3,000 people lived in the village. As mining ceased to be a profitable venture, the population fell to the current number of less than 100 permanent residents.

Today, the site of the ancient hot springs is home to the Ainsworth Hot Springs Resort. In a pleasing circularity, the resort is now owned and operated by the Lower Kootenay Band. They are proud to bring a unique First Nation warmth to the hospitality you will experience when you stay at the resort.

There are 41 guest rooms in the hotel, including some specialty rooms and three odourless pools – a main lounging pool, a 150 foot horseshoe cave and a stream fed cold plunge. Step out of the pool and wade through the even warmer water of the caves. This unique horseshoe-shaped cave is where the darkness, the mineral deposits and the humidity all combine to offer an exhilarating experience.

A hot steamy, odourless shower of mineralized water falls from the cave’s roof and forms a waist-deep pool, providing a rejuvenating natural steam bath.

Bask in the breathtaking scenario of a full moon from the pool on a bright, crisp clear night – a sight that will not be easily forgotten.

Or luxuriate in the warm water as the snow falls – an experience to savour.

Top off your soak with a delicious meal at the Springs Dining Room and a night cap at the bar before retiring for a deep night’s sleep.

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This beautiful community boasts numerous skiing and snowmobile trails, great fishing, talented artists and musicians and an excellent choice of restaurants and accommodation. In winter, Kaslo is your gateway to alpine skiing, cat-skiing, cross-country skiing, skating, snowmobiling and fishing.

Kaslo was founded in 1893 and was the region’s first incorporated city. It was the commercial centre of the silver, zinc and lead mining industries during the boom of the 1890s.

The town’s now-peaceful cove, one of only a few such natural harbours along the 104 km long lake, once bustled with activity as ore barges, rowboats, private launches and steamships jostled for a place alongside the busy wharf.

Now Kaslo enjoys memories of that time in its beautiful heritage buildings, the celebration of May Days (continuous since 1893), and the SS Moyie, a sternwheeler/museum on the shore of Kootenay Lake and one of the last great sternwheelers on the continent. Seeing her instills visions of her glory days on Kootenay Lake. The Langham Gallery, another heritage site, provides a venue for musicians, artists and theatre groups, as well as presenting a view of JapaneseCanadian internment during the Second World War. The Village of Kaslo has undergone dramatic changes since the boom days of the 1890s. But, rich in history, strong in community spirit and spectacular in location, Kaslo offers those who live there a quality of life others can only envy.

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For nearly 60 years, sternwheelers provided a transportation lifeline to the many isolated communities on Kootenay Lake. The SS Moyie (the world’s oldest intact passenger sternwheeler) and her sister ships literally opened the Kootenay region to miners, businesses, farmers and pioneer families. When she was launched on October 22, 1898, there were no roads, no trains and of course no air travel into these hidden mountain valleys.

When she was finally dry docked in 1957, the Village of Kaslo purchased her from the CPR for the grand sum of $1. Breathing life into her history has involved thousands of hours of labour and research and the skills of a generation of workers. On board, the re-created hum of the engines, the click of the typewriter keys in the Purser’s Office and the recorded sounds of a mother soothing her baby in the Ladies Salon, bring the Moyie to life. Storyboards at street level describe the scope and scale of the renovations that have taken place since the time of her purchase.

Now a designated National Historic Site and BC Landmark, the sternwheeler is open from Mother’s Day through to Thanksgiving weekend. She is located at 324 Front Street, Kaslo BC. For more information see www. klhs.bc.ca

The Kaslo Arena (on Arena Avenue, of course) comes alive during the winter months! You can catch a minor hockey game just about any Saturday or Sunday. Boys and girls from the age of 4 to 17 are out there doing their best. Whether that means simply staying upright on their blades or executing a perfect hip check or awesome save, they are entertaining to watch. Public skating is offered Fridays 7 - 9 pm and Sundays 2 - 4 pm, $2/person, $5/ family. Drop-in co-ed/beginner hockey is Mondays, 6:30 – 8 pm, cost $12. On Thursdays, 7:45 - 8:45 there is Skills & Drills. Cost for that is also $12. For more schedule information or to book ice time for your own private game, to rent the viewing room or conference room, visit the website at kasloarena.ca – email HockeyInKaslo75@ yahoo.ca or call 250-353-2855.

THE CURLING RINK is next to the hockey rink.

There are men’s, women’s and mixed leagues, a junior program, a drop-in night and an active social club, so feel free to take an evening or two to enjoy the fine company you will find there. The curling facility can also be rented. It has a mid-sized lounge area that is perfect as a private party venue. To make contact about curling or rentals visit their website kaslocurling. com – email them at kaslocurling@gmail.com or call 250353-2929.

The Langham This historic building has had a varied career. Once a hotel, a bank, a bottling company and an internment centre for the Japanese-Canadians during World War II, it was slated for demolition in 1974. A group of energetic young people believed it could be restored and become a much needed cultural centre. After a lot of hard work and fundraising, they succeeded. Their efforts have been recognized provincially and even nationally, when the society was awarded the Heritage Canada National Prize, “for an outstanding contribution to heritage conservation in Canada.

Today, the Langham houses a Japanese Canadian museum, two galleries, affordable studio space for practising artists, a common area for workshops and a small theatre that can accommodate 80 people.

The Langham Cultural Society organizes three regular annual series: the Guest Artist Series, FLIKS Film Series, and Cafe Langham – Inspired Ideas Speaker Series. If you’re in Kaslo in February, be sure to get your tickets early to see funny guy Lucas Myers, (February 5 & 6), and singer-songwriter Stephen Fearing (February 11). A special event with Toronto based group, Small World Project, will bring a new show to the Langham on March 4. For all the other events, activities and displays happening at the Langham, check out www.thelangham.ca The Japanese Canadian Museum experience begins with a series of photographs and writings hung on the walls of the stairwell and second floor hall. Climb to the third floor and view a re-creation of the quarters of a family of Nisei (Canadian citizens of Japanese descent) and find out what it must have been like to live in internal exile in one’s own country. Guided tours are also available for $1/ person. Please book at least one week in advance.

Langham Gallery hours are Thursday through Sunday, 1 to 4 pm. The Japanese Canadian museum is open daily from 10 am to 4 pm. For more information call 250-3532661, or go to their website www.thelangham.ca BC Canada

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Get Trekking The magic of winter in beautiful Kaslo enfolds visitors and locals. A wonderland of snow, mountains and hot springs awaits – a feast for the eyes and the spirit.

Cross-country skiing is smack dab in Kaslo’s backyard.

The True Blue recreation area has kilometres of marked skiing trails – woodland paths and gentle grades as well as some good climbs and swift flying slopes. To get to this network of trails, head to Kaslo’s air strip near the arena.

A pullout is plowed so you can park. You can find a map of the trails on the Kaslo Trailblazer’s website, www.kaslotrailblazers.org The True Blue trails are not groomed, but skiing or snowshoeing on these trails (feel free to bring the dog) is a real pleasure. As you gain elevation, pause to take in the spectacular view of Kootenay Lake and beyond.

Skiing on groomed trails propels the wilderness skiing experience to greater heights. Kaslo now boasts a brand new recreation area on the flanks of Mt Buchanan(aka “Bucky”). You can find a map and more information about the Buchanan Wilderness Recreation Area on the Kaslo Community Forest website www.kaslocommunityforest. org/recreation. To access these groomed trails, drive 6.5 km west of Kaslo on the highway to New Denver and park in the pullout. From the parking lot the trail goes south and has a 5.5% grade for 1.1 km to the equipment shed.

Bucky Cabin is about a 7.5 km ski, and a good chunk of that trail has a 10% slope. The nicely appointed cabin has woodstove, mats and benches – plus a terrific view across the valley. Trail grooming extends another 2 km past the cabin. If you’re skiing with your dog, you are asked to take the track to the north of the equipment shed.

For more information go to the website of the Kaslo Outdoor Recreation Society, http://korsbc.blogspot.ca for maps and dates for coming events such as moonlight skis, chili nights, Valentines chocolate fondue, Jackrabbits ski program and annual 30 km skiathon.

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Winter Solstice Come celebrate the beginning of longer days and shorter nights with a solstice celebration at the covered pedestrian bridge spanning the Kaslo River. Kaslo Trailblazers Society hosts this annual event. A lantern walk will begin at 4 pm from the Railroad Avenue trailhead. People can join the celebration by parking at the New Denver Highway 31A trailhead, about 1 km west of town and walking a short trail to the picnic area and the beautiful covered bridge. The bridge will sparkle with colourful lights starting at 5 pm. There will be singalongs and hot chocolate to keep you warm. Grab the family and enjoy a winter evening with friends and neighbours.

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Some years ago, a handful of visionaries decided to form a group to establish a trail network along the Kaslo River.

In 2005 the Kaslo Trailblazers Society was formed and it really is amazing – with huge support from local businesses and residents – how much has been accomplished in the last ten years. Two beautiful covered pedestrian bridges, stained a bright beet red, now link the north and south side riverbanks so the trail is an easy walking loop.

The riverside trails will also take you to the True Blue Mountain Recreational Area above the Kaslo airport.

The river trail is open for use year round, but wearing ice grippers on your boots is a good idea in the winter. Barrels of salted gravel with scoops are placed at the bottom and top of steeper slopes. Spread some gravel if a section of trail is very icy in order to provide for better and safer traction for yourself and other walkers.

Pick up the Kaslo & Area Trail Map at a Kaslo retailer. It illustrates the trails in the immediate Kaslo Area, including Kaslo Village, Mt Buchanan and True Blue trail networks. The booklet is $2, which helps the Trailblazers Society to recover the cost of the printing.

Winter In The Forest Festival Got the winter blues? This rather unusual festival offers a quick dose of fun at a dark time of year. The Kaslo & District Community Forest Society sponsors this quirky family festival at the east end of the Kaslo airport on BC Family Day, the second Monday in February.

Among the unique events last year was the All-in Ancient Technology Snowball Launch. A trebuchet took on a giant slingshot at one end of the snowy airstrip. Distance counted for points, but style and drama swayed the judges. The giant puppets of the Kootenay francophone association also caused a sensation, especially for the littlest festival-goers.

Popular contests that are regulars at this festival include the human dogsled races for charity and the woodsmen skills competitions such as the water-boil, swede sawing contest and dot split. Enjoy homemade soups, hotdogs, bannock over the fire, maple taffy on the snow, skiing and snowshoeing (skis provided), storytelling, live music and more! For more information check it out on Facebook: KasloWinterForestFestival.

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Slocan Valley New Denver Slocan River Trail - wonderful in all seasons. Photo: Emily Beamer

Ski To The Bird Sanctuary Between the trailheads in Slocan City and Lemon Creek, an expanse of ecologically vibrant wetlands is yours to discover if you walk or ski along the Slocan Rail Trail.

During the winter, the most spectacular view you will likely see is the population of 70 or so trumpeter swans that arrive in October to spend the winter. You may hear the oddly melodic honking sound they make before you see them.

Trumpeter swans are the biggest of all the world’s waterfowl and can have a wingspan as wide as ten feet. They usually mate for life. In 1933, only 70 wild trumpeters were known to exist, a thought that makes watching the current Slocan population all the more astounding.

New Denver, Silverton & Hills New Denver was first settled by prospectors in 1892.

Mining for silver, zinc and lead was a mainstay of New Denver’s economy for many years, but by 1929, the mining boom was over. Today, logging, tourism and home based businesses represent the town’s economic drivers.

Situated on the shores of pristine Slocan Lake, beneath the snowfields of the Valhalla Glacier, the picturesque town of New Denver provides a wide range of recreational and cultural opportunities. Explore the heritage main street with its unique shops, galleries and bistros.

For winter sport enthusiasts, downhill and cross-country skiing and snowmobiling are the outdoor sports of choice.

Powder access trails nearby are Kokanee Glacier Park entrance, Idaho Peak, Galena and Sandon.

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Nakusp

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This unique lakeside community is embraced by both the Monashee and Selkirk Mountains. The name of the town derives from the native word for “bay of quiet waters” Neqpo’sp. In historical times it was the discovery of ore that brought miners and prospectors to the area. There were no roads or railways between the Kootenay mining areas and Vancouver, so goods had to be shipped by water transport from Nakusp to Revelstoke where the main CPR line was located. For a time Nakusp became a thriving community on this shipping route. In 1893, the budding community of Nakusp even had a newspaper, The Nakusp Ledge, and in 1905 the modern era of communications began in Nakusp with the ringing of its first telephone.

There’s plenty to do in Nakusp once old man winter checks in. Snowmobiling appeals to locals and visitors alike. You can find trail maps at the Visitor InfoCentre in downtown Nakusp or you can download them from www.nakusp arrowlakes.com. For cross-country skiers and snowshoers, there is a network of old logging roads all through the area. You can go to the source of the hot springs for a beautiful winter outing. From powder snow to hot water – a bracing winter day trip gains a touch of the luxurious. If you’re looking for more of a challenge, Canadian Mountain Holidays (CMH) is an internationally known adventure helicopter ski company with a base in Nakusp.

The Nakusp Arena has public skating almost every day of the week and exciting minor hockey action on the weekends. The recreation complex also features a four sheet curling rink, a squash court and tennis courts.

If your idea of winter sports is “hot-tubbing”, then you’ll love Mother Nature’s ultimate hot tubs at Nakusp and Halcyon Hot Springs. Once you’ve tried these beautiful and refreshing hot springs, you will definitely be back.

For more information contact the Nakusp & District Chamber of Commerce, Box 387, Nakusp BC, V0G 1R0 or 1-800-909-8819, or www.nakusparrowlakes.com

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The Nakusp Hot Springs and campground is a modern complex located in the Selkirk Mountains 12 kms from Nakusp along the roaring Kuskanax River. The hot springs are community owned and operated and have the cleanest water and a view that is unsurpassed.

After a relaxing day in the pools, enjoy the scenic settings of the campground. The campground is open until the snow flies for all types of campers and off season camping is possible, but only with self contained campers.

The pools are naturally heated mineral springs. There are two pools: a 41°C (106°F) pool for your soaking enjoyment and a 38°C (100°F) pool for swimming. The water is changed daily.

There are old logging roads that are perfect for cross country skiing and snowshoeing around the hot springs. There is one trail that will take you to the source of the springs.

For overnight stays, there are the cedar chalets for your convenience.

Once you’ve tried these beautiful and refreshing hot springs and the cross country skiing you will definitely be back. There is lots to do for the soakers and the skiers. They are open year round, seven days a week. Winter hours are from 10:30 am to 9 pm daily.

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Halcyon Hot Springs Beautiful Halcyon Hot Springs Village & Spa is a spectacular lakeshore getaway, open year-round.

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Located in the pristine mountains bordering Upper Arrow Lakes, the hot springs has a colourful history full of hope, healing aspirations and relaxation. First utilized by native peoples, it was fought over, made peace over, then built up from humble beginnings to present grandeur.

Enjoy outstanding views from the terraced mineral pools (hot, warm or cold) and in season, a warm, mineral-rich swimming pool. The Halcyon Hot Springs water is historically known to soothe body, mind and soul and to offer relief from pain. The Spa at Halcyon offers complete spa service. Halcyon accommodation is comfortable in chalets, cottages and cabins. For the mobile guest there is a small full service RV park.

The spectacular Kingfisher restaurant & lounge with outdoor scenic patio allows for a casual meal as well as fine dining. Other services include a laundry facility and gift shop. Halcyon caters especially to corporate retreats, banquets and weddings. Exchange your vows in the historical and romantic chapel. Couples also love to stay at Halcyon to greet the new year.

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Fishing is great on Arrow Lake and many a good trout or dolly has been caught from the dock at Halcyon.

Snowshoeing and cross-country skiing at the resort or in the surrounding areas will get your heart pumping and bring a flush to your cheeks. After all that activity, come relax in the healing waters of Halcyon Hot Springs.

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Ainsworth Hot Springs Resort The “Springs” Dining Room

Baker Street’s newest late-night source of specialty coffees, fabulous soups and savouries and decadent desserts. Featuring REAL hot choco‑ late, wheat and gluten-free options, as well as vegetarian and vegan options.

There is something for everyone at Cafe Momento! Open noon to midnight, Tuesday through Sunday. 535 Baker Street, Nelson. For more info, like us on Facebook. See page 14.

Cafe Momento

“In Touching We Embrace In Hearing We Surrender In Seeing We Imagine In Smelling We Delight In Tasting We Celebrate It’s Time to Taste.”‑ Experience one of life’s finest plea‑ sures… renowned food and drink to rival the panoramic view. Enjoy fam‑ ily dining in a fine dining atmosphere.

Located 45 minutes north of Nelson, open year round from 7 am to 9:30 pm. Reservations recommended. Call 250-229-4212 or 1-800-668-1171.

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JB’s Restaurant and Pub Where visitors become locals!

Bring your friends and family for our world famous fish and chips, flame broiled burgers, AAA steak and piled high nachos all at a good value. Please call ahead for seasonal hours. Located just 4 km north of Ainsworth Hot Springs on Hwy 31, 250-353-7716 or 250-353-7717. See page 51.

CRESTON Ricky’s All Day Grill at the Ramada For over 50 years Ricky’s has been serving up great food at great prices.

Now enjoy the Ricky’s menu in Creston at the brand new Ramada Inn. All day, every day, a medley of tasty selec‑ tions is served in a comfortable, friendly setting that’s the perfect environment for catching up with friends and fam‑ ily, or spending some one-on-one time with someone special. With a full cater‑ ing menu they can accommodate your group, small or large. When you’re crav‑ ing great food, great service and great value, you can count on Ricky’s! 250428-8826. See page 38.

B’s Eatery & Public House Located in Chances Castlegar, B’s is one of Castlegar’s newest places to wine and dine. They offer a full service restaurant and lounge with the biggest screen in the Kootenays to watch your favourite games. Enjoy the pub style atmosphere and the full menu, ranging from unbeatable wings to steak dinners.

B’s also offers a full banquet facility and nothing beats a prime rib buffet prepared by their Chef and his team.

B’s Eatery is open 7 days a week starting at 11 am, and is located in Chances Community Centre next to the Castlegar Airport. Hope to see you soon!

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Baker Street Grill

Halcyon Hot Springs Resort Kingfisher Restaurant

Located in the Best Western Baker Street Inn & Convention Centre. Enjoy family dining at its best for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The Baker Street Grill features signature rotisserie chicken and ribs as well as fire grilled steaks, monthly seafood specials and a top notch Sunday Brunch Buffet. Full senior and kids’ menus are available.

Enjoy dining at Halcyon Hot Springs Village and Spa. The talented culinary team welcome you to the Kingfisher Restaurant. The setting is spectacular, overlooking the lake and mountains.

The Kingfisher is known for its excel‑ lent food and great service, a wine list featuring local and international wines, and a wonderful selection of bever‑ ages. Dress up or down and relax in the fireside lounge, or reserve the private dining room for your group. Open daily.

1-888-689-4699. See page 46.

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BlueBelle Bistro Come in from the cold and warm up by the fire with a bowl of wholesome hearty soup. Check out the bistro’s burg‑ ers, sandwiches, appies, salads, pizza, mexi bites & more! Slide up to the Oso Negro Espresso coffee bar for your favourite hot beverage and a decadent housemade dessert.

Enjoy live music, local and from afar; check in to see who’s playing next!

The BlueBelle is open 7 days a week for brekky, lunch and dinner, 347 Front Street, Kaslo. Fully licensed. Phone 250353-7361. See page 42.

Kaslo Hotel Experience the Kaslo Hotel’s breath‑ taking views of Kootenay Lake and the surrounding mountains while dining under the covered patio or, in cooler temperatures, move inside by the large wood burning fireplace! Choose a beer from local micro breweries on tap in the pub, and catch the game on large screen TVs, play a game of darts, or simply enjoy the tranquility of the view.

Enjoy tasty dishes such as the Smoked BBQ Ribs, Kaslo Hotel Signature Burger, or any of a large variety of starters and appetizers to suit every appetite.

Kitchen open until 9 pm. Located at 430 Front Street, in Kaslo. For reservations, please call 250-353-7714. www.kaslo‑ hotel.com. See page 2.

153 Baker Street, Nelson, Phone 250352-3525. See page 10.

BiBO Locally Sourced, Foreign Inspired, Domestic Cooking Modern bistro fare … globally inspired comfort food using the finest local, in season or organic ingredients.

Centrally located in downtown Nakusp, the Lodge offers something for everyone. The Fireside Lounge is renowned for its hearty pub fare. The dining room is perfect for families, serv‑ ing everything from a quick bowl of homemade soup to a full menu offering fine dining and nightly specials in the evenings. Open daily Mon-Fri 6 am – 9 pm and Sat & Sun 7 am – 9 pm. Phone 250-265-3618. See page 47.

Carefully selected off the beaten track wine list, local beer and crafted cock‑ tails to enjoy within historic brick walls.

Centrally located on Herridge Lane and the park end of Hall Street … Nelson’s favourite place to eat and drink.

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Empire Coffee

All Seasons Café Left Coast Inland Cuisine Fresh seasonal fare paired with a remarkable wine list. Small, intimate, cosmopolitan, funky – a microcosm of Nelson itself.

Supporting local farmers since 1995 and winner of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence. Enjoy nightly Blackboard Specials – appies, small plates and main dishes.

Open 5 to late nightly. 518 Hall Street (and Herridge Lane), Nelson. 250-3522744. bibonelson.ca or BiBO Nelson on Facebook for upcoming features, events and music. See page 18.

Welcome to Empire Coffee, the new‑ est coffee shop in Nelson. Serving the finest blends of Stumptown coffee and hand-pouring teas from The Tea Guy, plus scrumptious deli offerings and deli‑ cious desserts. Enjoy the sunny warmth with friends in the unique solarium.

Located next to The Adventure Hotel, 616 Vernon Street, Nelson. Open daily 6 am-6 pm. Takeout and catering too.

250-352-7211. See page 17.

Located in a handsome heritage cot‑ tage a bit off the beaten path between Baker and Victoria Street. A bit tricky to find but well worth the effort. Busy, so reservations are a good idea. Open nightly at 5 pm. 620 Herridge Lane, Nelson 250-352-0101. www.allseason‑ scafe.com See page 16.

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Cantina del Centro

Benedict’s Steakhouse & Tunnel Pub

Specializing in authentic Mexican street food, Cantina del Centro captures the essence and flavours of traditional Mexican cuisine. Offering delicious dishes from across Mexico’s varied culinary landscape, including tacos, tor‑ tas, tostadas, ceviches, soups and des‑ serts. Explore the extensive Tequila and Mezcal menu with over 60 varieties!

Open for lunch, dinner and late night taco window.

Join friends this winter for a refresh‑ ing cerveza, a signature margarita and an unforgettable experience! Follow Cantina del Centro on Facebook or on the web at cantinadelcentro.ca. 561 Baker Street, Nelson. 250-352-3737. See page 20.

Hume Hotel The nostalgic Hume Hotel features four venues for your dining pleasure – The General Store Restaurant, Mike’s Place Pub, The Library Lounge and Spiritbar.

The General Store Restaurant offers full food and beverage service for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The General Store Sunday Brunch, served from 11 am to 2 pm, is a favourite amongst locals and visitors. Friday, Saturday and Sunday after 5 pm come for the famous Hume Hotel Weekend Prime Rib. Please call for hours. All major credit cards accepted. Located on the corner of Ward and Vernon Streets, Nelson. Phone 250-352-5331. See page 10.

Main Street Diner Enjoy a casual, fun atmosphere and consistently excellent food, with menu items for everyone including roast leg of lamb, souvlaki, sirloin steaks, gourmet burgers, melts, wraps, a fabulous kids’ menu and homemade English style fish and hand cut chips. Also offering home‑ made desserts such as baklava and double baked cheesecakes, plus after dinner specialty coffees.

Main Street Diner is open daily at 11 am for lunch and dinner. 616 Baker Street, Nelson. Phone 250-354-4848.

Fully licensed. See page 21.

NELSON Itza Ristorante & Pizzeria Indulge in the flavours of our fresh handmade pastas or savour the taste of our national and international award winning pizzas. Explore Itza’s unique and contemporary culinary offerings.

Itza is happy to satisfy your palate with a select list of Italian wines and BC VQA, 6 taps of BC craft beers or bottled beer from Canada and around the world, or how about a refreshing classic martini?

All hungry people are welcome to enjoy the relaxed ambience, or grab it and go. Summer outdoor patio dining.

Lunch: Tues - Sat 11:30 am to 2:30 pm.

Dinner Tues - Sat 4:30 pm till late, Sun 4:30 to 8:30 pm. Downtown Nelson at 413 Hall Street. Reservations recom‑ mended. 250-352-3573. See page 22.

Louie’s Steakhouse and Lounge Louie’s Steakhouse offers a distinctly metropolitan culinary experience in Nelson’s historic, bustling downtown.

Whether it’s an intimate evening for two or a casual gathering amongst friends, Louie’s Steakhouse & Lounge is sure to provide an experience you won’t soon forget. Specializing in signa‑ ture steaks, specialty pastas, rustic thin crust pizza, and FRESH seafood, Louie’s Steakhouse offers the finest quality food and exemplary service in an atmo‑ sphere of abundant comfort. Located in The Adventure Hotel, 616 Vernon Street.

250-352-5570. See page 17.

Tantalize your taste buds with Benedict’s signature slow roasted prime rib, flame broiled steaks, homemade burgers, soups and salads. Daily food & drink specials complement their extensive menu where you’ll find all your favourites plus Benedict’s unique take on the classics. Whether you’re looking for casual fine dining or a relaxing pub atmosphere Benedict’s has you covered! Happy Hour in the pub, Monday through Saturday, 2:30 – 5pm. Reservations 250-368-3360 or online at www.benedictssteakhouse.ca.

3 Schofield Highway, Trail.

NELSON

Outer Clove Restaurant Longtime Nelson favourite, Outer Clove Restaurant offers contemporary and classic dishes from around the world. While garlic infuses the food – from a subtle hint to a more intense flavour explosion – the service is warm and friendly, and the vibe casual.

Everything on the evolving menu is freshly prepared from scratch and there are daily lunch and dinner specials.

Enjoy a draft NBC beer with your meal, or a BC wine or one of our famous cocktails.

The cozy, family-friendly restaurant is open for lunch and dinner, Monday to Saturday at 536 Stanley Street, Nelson (half a block uphill from Otter Books on Baker). 250-354-1667. Check out the menu at www.outerclove.com. Like us on Facebook. See page 5.

Rel-ish Bistro At Rel-ish, Chef Trevor Ditzel and his staff offer their patrons a divine mix of nouveau flavours and tried-and-true favourites from your past. This is the place where hipster style blends with a sincere love of cooking from the heart.

From appetizers to desserts, Rel-ish delights the palates of the young and old, the trendy and traditional. Licensed.

Open from 11 am until late. 301 Baker Street, Nelson. 250-352-5232.

See page 18.

Uptown Sports Bar

Max & Irma’s Kitchen offers you the very best for lunch and dinner. All meals are prepared fresh and cooked in Max & Irma’s own wood fired oven – a time honoured method of cooking that imparts a unique flavour like no other cooking style. Every Monday is Ethnic Night! Definitely described as the din‑ ing destination spot in the Kootenays… come and experience Max & Irma’s for yourself!!

The Uptown Sports Bar is a premium gastropub and Nelson’s sports head‑ quarters. With FRESH local food made in house by their award winning Chef, classic music and the friendliest staff in town, it truly is “the place to be … and be seen.” Come as you are. The welcom‑ ing atmosphere is created by the great team, urban art deco design, great music and dozens of flat screens. The Uptown Sports Bar is the perfect place to meet associates for lunch, celebrate a special occasion or gather your friends for the game.

515 Kootenay Street, Nelson. Phone 250-352-2332. Major credit cards accepted. http://maxandirmasrestau‑ rant.com See page 18.

Open 7 days a week at 11 am.

Located in The Adventure Hotel, 616 Vernon Street. 250-352-2715.

See page 20.

Max & Irma’s Kitchen

“Give Us A Try... Your Mouth Will Love It!”See page 32.

Colander The Colander Restaurant is a family restaurant specializing in great Italian food. Lots to eat, served family style, at reasonable prices – The Colander has become known as “The Trail Tradition.”

The Colander special includes: salad, spaghetti and meatballs, chicken and jojo potatoes, and a dinner roll. Or you can choose from a variety of other Italian favourites.

Visa and MasterCard accepted. 1475 Cedar Avenue, Trail. Phone 250-3641816. Now available at Waneta Plaza – The Colander Express with pasta and more. See page 31.

Foxy’s Fine Food & Drinks Discover the city’s premier casual fine dining destination in the award winning Best Western Plus Columbia River Hotel.

Foxy’s offers up delicious west coast cui‑ sine, great wines, contemporary cock‑ tails, lavish décor and legendary service.

Daily drink specials plus…Half off Happy Hour 3:30-5 pm daily. Wine Up Tuesdays & Wine Down Thursdays. Come in for Ladies Night on Wednesdays: Foxy Ladies’ Drink For $3! Finish off your work week with Foxy Friday’s Famous $5 Features. For reservations call 250368-3355. See page 28.

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events

Music. Festivals. Theatre. Art Shows. Markets. Events.

We’ll keep you busy while you are here.

December Kootenay Gallery Christmas Exhibit & Sale until Dec 24 www.kootenaygallery.com

Art & Craft Sale VISAC Gallery, Trail until Dec 18 www.visacgallery.com

Winter Craft Fair Dec 12, 10am - 4pm Nelson Central School ecosociety.ca

Holiday Train at Lakeside Park Nelson Dec 14, 6:30pm New Year’s Eve Family FUN Night Dec 31, 6-9:30pm Red Mountain Resort rosslandevents.ca

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January New Year’s Day Derby Jan 1, Balfour gillandgift.com

Aytahn Ross THE GREAT BALANZO Jan 10, 2pm, Nelson capitoltheatre.bc.ca

SARA DAVIS BUECHNER Jan 12, 7:30pm, Trail www.trail-arts.com/charlesbailey-theatre

Winter Carnival & Snow Ball Apres, Nelson/Ymir Jan 15-17 www.skiwhitewater.com

Experiments in Entertainment | TRENT ARTERBERRY Jan 16, 7:30pm, Trail www.trail-arts.com/charlesbailey-theatre

Teck Kootenay Cup #3 Jan 17, Nelson nelsonnordicski.ca

Canadian Open Freeskiing Championships Jan 20-23, Rossland www.redresort.com

January cont’d

February

Remy Bolduc Jazz Ensemble: TRIBUTE TO DAVE BRUBECK Jan 21, Nelson

THE WARDENS Feb 12, 7:30pm, Trail

capitoltheatre.bc.ca

cont’d

www.trail-arts.com/charlesbailey-theatre

Valentine Ski & Chocolate Fondue Feb 14, Kaslo

Jan 22 Rossland Miners Hall

and

http://rosslandartscouncil.com

http://korsbc.blogspot.ca

Locavore’s Feast Jan 23, Slocan Valley

Kootenay Coldsmoke Powderfest Feb 19-21, Nelson/Ymir

Vallican Whole Community Centre, www.vallicanwhole.com

coldsmokepowderfest.com

O Dance Theatre: MOTUS Jan 30, 8pm Nelson capitoltheatre.bc.ca

O Dance Theatre: ALICE Jan 31, 2pm, Nelson capitoltheatre.bc.ca

Rossland Winter Carnival Jan 28 - Feb 1, Rossland www.rosslandwintercarnival.com

COULOIR: Krutzen/Barnes Harp & Cello Feb 20, 8pm, Nelson capitoltheatre.bc.ca

International Take a Newbie Shredding Day Feb 21, North Shore nelsonsno-goers.webs.com

Junior Freeski Open Jan 29 - 31, Nelson/Ymir

Lucas Meyers CAPTAIN FUTURE Feb 21, 8pm, Nelson

www.skiwhitewater.com

capitoltheatre.bc.ca

Martine & Andy ART FOR PEOPLE Jan/Feb Trail

Black Jack Loppet and Teck Kootenay Cup Feb 27-28, Rossland

www.visacgallery.com

www.skiblackjack.ca

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February

March

Groundhog Day on the Rail Trail Feb 2, Slocan Valley

Grindstone Theatre’s 11 O’CLOCK NUMBER Mar 4, 7:30pm, Trail

www.slocanvalleyrailtrail.ca

www.trail-arts.com/charles-

Special Olympics at Blackjack Cross Country Ski Area Feb 6, Rossland

bailey-theatre

www.skiblackjack.ca

capitoltheatre.bc.ca

Ballet Jörgen Canada SLEEPING BEAUTY Feb 6, 8pm, Nelson

Everything Almost JANN ARDEN Mar 22, 7:30pm, Trail

Nancy Argenta & Ingrid Attrot, sopranos Mar 12, 8pm, Nelson

April Children’s Series HANDEL TO HIPHOP Apr 3, 2pm, Trail www.trail-arts.com/charlesbailey-theatre

Axis Theatre HAMLIN: A NEW FABLE Apr 3, 2pm, Nelson capitoltheatre.bc.ca

INFINITUS beat boxing string trio Apr 5, 7:30pm, Trail trail-arts.com/charlesbailey-theatre

605 Collective VITAL FEW Apr 9, 8pm, Nelson capitoltheatre.bc.ca

Rainbow Dance Theatre THE ROOTS OF HIP HOP Apr 10, 2pm, Nelson capitoltheatre.bc.ca

TJ Dawe MARATHON Apr 15, 8pm, Nelson capitoltheatre.bc.ca

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May Pass Creek Spring Fair May 7 passcreekfair.com/spring-farm-fair

Trail Silver City Days May 4 - 8 www.trail.ca

Kaslo May Days May 21, 22, 23 visitkaslo.com

capitoltheatre.bc.ca

www.trail-arts.com/charles-

Creston Blossom Festival May 21, 22, 23

The Meteor Mine Hill Climb Feb 7, Nelson

bailey-theatre

www.blossomfestival.ca

Slush Cup at Red Mar 26, Rossland

Nelson Garden Festival May 14

mainjet.ca

www.redresort.com

www.blossomfestival.ca

Winter in the Forest Festival Feb 8, Kaslo

Easter Egg Hunt Mar 26, Rossland www.rosslandmuseum.ca

Facebook: Kaslo Winter in the Forest

visit gokootenays.com for more and updated information throughout the year.

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Woodbury Resort & Marinan ,Resort Lake’ss Destinatio

Fish for Rainbows from your front door.

Explore the beautiful Selkirk Mountains at your back door.

Photo: Doug Williamson

Kootenay

• All motel suites and chalets have full kitchens and satellite TV • Marina – Boat Rentals – Tackle • Charters arranged • JB’s Pub & Restaurant • RV Park • Laundromat • Open all winter – ask about our specials • Registration at store

Trail information with easy access to local trails. Ample parking for your snowmobile trailer.

The Best Winter Fishing!

Resort Office & Store Open 8am – 4 pm

JB’s Restaurant & Pub Open Thurs thru Sun 3-9 pm

Beer & Wine Store

Woodbury Resort & Marina, BC Canada

Visit us www.gokootenays.com

4 kms north of Ainsworth Hot Springs PO Box 1262, Ainsworth, BC V0G 1A0 250-353-7717 Fax 250-353-2004 Toll Free 1-877-353-7717 Email: woodburyresort@netidea.com www.woodburyresort.com

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s Serving Generations of Familie r a e Y s 29 with Generations of FUN! * Puppets * Klutz & Usborne Books * Brain Teasers * Art & Craft Supplies * Colouring & Activity Books * Stuffed Toys * Melissa & Doug Wooden Toys * Science Kits * Playmobil * Lego * Travel Games & Activities * Stickers * Balsa Gliders * Board Games * Novelties * Diaries & Journals * Magic Kits * Ravensburger Puzzles & Games * Schleich Animal & Fairy Figurines * Infant & Toddler Toys * Gifts * Die Cast Vehicles * Cards

The Best Toys from Around the World We Ship Anywhere!

Monday to Saturday 9:30 am – 5:30 pm Sundays 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

455 Ward St., across from the Hume Hotel in Historic Downtown Nelson 250-352-9114 email sgtoys@telus.net www.gokootenays.com ~ Where you really want to be!