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For All Your Currency Exchange Needs kootenay currency exchange • Foreign exchange • Gold/silver bullion • Best rates when buying & selling USD 715 Vernon St, Nelson • 250-354-1441 Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm About 12 minutes south of Nelson is the Kokanee Glacier Provincial Park Rd. Take it 10 km up and you will see a sign indicating you have reached the Old Growth Recreation Trail. This is about a 2 hour walk for all ages. Photo: Jay Wells Ainsworth .......................... 10 Area Map ............................. 4 Balfour.. ............................... 5 Castlegar ............................ 69 Creston. .............................. 52 Dining Guide. .................... 73 East Shore .......................... 49 Fruitvale. ............................ 58 Golf in the WK .................... 7 Kaslo................................... 13 Kootenay Lake Ferries ........ 5
Nakusp ............................... 22 Nelson ................................ 30 Nelson City Map ................ 31 New Denver ....................... 20 Rossland ............................. 66 Salmo ................................. 55 Sandon ............................... 21 Silverton ............................. 20 Slocan Valley...................... 26 Trail .................................... 60 Woodbury .......................... 11
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On the cover: young swimmer by the Moyie on Kaslo’s public beach - photo Delanie Smith; Hiking Jumbo Pass - photo Rick Hewat; Camping in the West Kootenay
• KASLO • NEW DENVER • NAKUSP
Aug 8 - 9, 2015
10:00am - 5:00pm
Aug 15,
SEPTEMBER 5-7, 2015
BEGINNER TO ULTRA
Mountain Biking • Trail Running • Cyclocross • Duathlon
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Explore artists’ studios, museums, art galleries and heritage sites through this free, self-guided tour within the Columbia Basin. Meet the artists, shop for ďŹ ne art and craft, view demonstrations, special exhibitions, interpretive displays or chat with local historians during this two day cultural celebration! For further information visit our website or call. 250-505-5505 toll free 1-877-505-7355 www.cbculturetour.com A project of
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New This Year: Milford Mountain Marathon now part of Sky Running Canada series • Kids Races – now three levels of difďŹ culty PICK YOUR PLEASURE
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Kayak/SUP Rentals • Tours • Sales ~ 639 Baker St., Nelson • 250-354-2056 • www.roamshop.com
RIVERS, OCEANS AND MOUNTAINS SHOP
REVELSTOKE
West Kootenay Area Map
North on Hwy 23
Shelter Bay
Trout Lake Galena Bay
Trout Lake
Halcyon Hot Springs
Gerrard
Upper Arrow Lake
Duncan Lake
Legend: Nakusp Hot Springs
Meadow Creek Cooper Creek
Nakusp
Golf Ferry
Argenta
Lardeau
Johnson’s Landing Summit Lake
Retallack
Hills
Sandon New Denver Silverton
Needles
Fauquier
Valhalla Park
Kaslo Mirror Lake Woodbury
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Lower Arrow Lake
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Burton
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Arrow Park
Nelson
South Slocan
Boswell
Thrums Sanca
Pass Robson Creek Brilliant Ymir
Kuskonook
Castlegar Sirdar
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West on Hwy 3
Fruitvale
Grand Christina Forks Lake
Rossland Cascade
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Montrose
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Waneta
Nelway
Creston Valley Wildlife Area
Creston
Rykerts
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balfour
Kootenay Lake Ferry
YEAR ROUND SCHEDULE Balfour Terminal
Kootenay Bay Terminal
Vessel Name
All Year
Kootenay Lake Ferry
Osprey 2000
6:30 am
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.
Osprey 2000
8:10 am
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9:50 am
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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. Crossing from one time zone to another usually means having to change your watch, but between mid-March and the first Sunday in November, when Daylight Savings Time is in effect, you don’t need to. This is because the east shore of Kootenay Lake to Creston doesn’t ever change its time – it’s on Mountain Standard Time year-round. Mountain Standard Time is the same as Pacific Daylight Time during summer.
M.V. Balfour Osprey 2000
11:30 am
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Additional Sailings Jun 14– Sept 5
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Additional Sailings in effect from June 14-Sept 5 All times are Pacific (Balfour) time.
**NOTE: - Highlighted Area indicates Peak Ferry Travel. Anticipate delays during this period.
KOKANEE VISITORS CENTRE Featuring: • Redfish Kokanee Festival August 23 • Daily and nightly nature programs • Yoga, fitness and art classes • Free Wi-fi • Oso Negro Coffee Nature Centre and Café at Kokanee Creek Provincial Park Located 20 km east of Nelson on Highway 3A 9am to 9pm 7 days a week June 27 to September 7 www.ecosociety.ca
Balfour Resort & Marina
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Balfour Cruising on Kootenay Lake by free ferry is a treat for all visitors. When the 35 minute ride comes to a halt on the west side, Balfour welcomes you. Take some time to stroll around and meet some of the locals. This small but vibrant community has it all ... lofty mountains, big lake, sandy beaches, great fishing, world class golf and friendly people. When you get near the junction of Hwy 3A and Hwy 31A, you are in Balfour country, the Heart of Kootenay Lake. The community of Balfour was originally a steamboat terminus for all the mining activities up and down Kootenay Lake. In 1889 it was staked out as a townsite by a wealthy Englishman named Charles Busk, who envisioned Balfour becoming a centre for fruit farming and gardening. The area never did become an agricultural community due to the sandy soil and lack of water. Instead it has survived over the years as a popular resort for fishermen, and is the western terminal of the Kootenay Lake Ferry, the longest free ferry ride in the world. Today, Balfour has a population of over 1200 friendly folks and an economy that is more diverse with each passing year. You won’t see it at first glance, but 60 businesses contribute to the lifeblood of this small town.
Holly’s Diner
Great Home Cooking
For a fabulous vacation, stay and play in Balfour. Whether you enjoy vigorous outdoor activities such as hiking the mountain trails, mountain biking or less strenuous pastimes such as sailing, fishing, golfing or tennis, Balfour is the place to be. A new guide to the area attractions, available locally, makes it easy to fill your days if you make Balfour your home base. Or take a day trip and return to Balfour for a restful night and fresh start at another wonderful vacation day. There is a wide selection of accommodations to choose from; fancy resorts, bed & breakfasts, fishing camps and of course, the all-time favourite, campgrounds!
15 & Under Squawfish Derby On the first Saturday in September, the Balfour ferry landing is buzzing with anxious young fishermen. It’s the annual 15 & Under Squawfish Derby, and the excitement is building. The kids are registered in age categories at the Gill & Gift, where they receive free maggots, hooks, weights, etc., and there are even a few rods and reels lent out for the day. Off they go fishing off the docks, the shore – some in boats. Squawfish are a coarse fish; they are not eaten or much fished. Their numbers are increasing and they feed on smaller rainbows, kokanee and other sport fish. In some areas (not Kootenay Lake) there is a bounty on them. Squawfish are perfect for an under 15 derby! Throughout the day, derby entrants are running up from the lake with their catch to have it weighed and added to the tally board. The volunteers are kept busy counting and weighing. While this is happening, participants and spectators are treated to hotdogs, pop and sweets. There have been entrants from as far away as Cranbrook, Alberta and even California. Quite often, the winners are very young. This derby has given many kids the thrill of catching that first fish, memories they will keep for the rest of their lives!
at Lang’s Marina, at the ferry landing in Balfour
250-229-2208
Make Saturday, September 5 your day to be at the Balfour ferry landing. Join the 15 & Under crowd and enjoy a day of fishing and fun! For more information go to www.gillandgift
Welcome Visitors to the Balfour Superette ONE STOP SHOPPING! 7824 Hwy 3A,
Balfour Ferry Landing • Groceries • Liquor Agency • Lotto Centre • Post Office • Movies • Interac
• ATM • Phone Cards • Fresh Buns & Bread Daily • Produce • Meats
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west kootenay golf
Castlegar
Tee Time Challenging, scenic, fun, welcoming and affordable! Golfing in the West Kootenay is all that, and more. Prepare to experience the best golfing holiday ever! Dramatic elevation changes, spectacular scenery, wildlife, a getaway from-itall sense that this is the only world that counts … right here, right now ….
Recognized by Golf Digest as a 4-star course in their Places to Play Guide. Castlegar is a top-calibre experience that is sure to leave you with many fond memories.
Golf
Four time host of the BC Amateur
the West Kootenay
Castlegar Golf Club is a 4-star course and it also has an RV park. Stay and play! Kaslo Golf Club has the view that will make it difficult to keep it straight and not get stuck on the 19th in order to bask in the scenery. In Riondel, said to be the friendliest club in the Kootenays, the course has wide open fairways and immaculate greens. Nakusp Centennial Golf Club prides itself on friendly staff, astonishing scenery and well manicured greens. Slocan Lake Golf Club is just north of New Denver. It offers relaxed, friendly golfing, a licensed lounge and some overnight parking for self-contained RVs. Blue skies and majestic mountains add to the beauty of the Kootenay golfing gems. Challenging terrain and spectacular vistas will make your visit to any of the more than 15 golf courses an unforgettable experience. You can choose from family-friendly 9-hole courses to more challenging championship courses. On the following pages you will find information on the very best of the Kootenay golf courses. However, take heed of the warning that golfing in the Kootenays takes extreme concentration. Precision shot making is sometimes ‘iffy ’… Just try to keep your head down! For those about to duff, we salute you! BC, Canada
800-666-0324 250-365-5006 Photo: Don Weixl
Visit as many courses in the area as your time permits. A golfing holiday will connect you to this place forever – with the added bonus that, no doubt, your game will improve!
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Traditional
Golf in a Championship Setting
Beautiful RV park in a natural setting • Adjacent to Castlegar Golf Club • Reduced golf rates • Brand new clean washrooms • Laundry Facilities • 30 & 50 amp service • WiFi Open until October 15th • Hiking nearby
Call for reservations
Special green fee rates when staying in RV Park Ask us about our great shoulder season rates!
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Kaslo Golf Club
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9 Hole Executive Golf Course The Friendliest Golf Club in the Kootenays Head north from Creston to Riondel. Only a short scenic drive along Kootenay Lake. If you and your friends are coming from Nelson, take the free ferry ride across Kootenay Lake. Once you arrive in Kootenay Bay take the 10 minute drive to Riondel.
Kaslo golf course is one of the very ďŹ rst in BC. It is set on a bench overlooking the town, the lake and the stunning mountains. Kaslo Golf Course offers a unique experience and is challenging to golfers of all ages and skill levels.
Adult Prices: 9 holes $23 • 18 holes $35 Ask about the 10 pack and other specials! Relax and enjoy a great golf experience Wide open fairways Exceptional greens Relaxed atmosphere Power and pull cart rentals Right and left club rentals Light concessions
Stop in and dine at the wonderful Clubhouse Restaurant Open 7 days a week for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner!
Free club rentals for motorcyclists
250-225-3584 ‡ riondelgolf.com 9 holes $20 ~ 18 holes $30 Junior rate (16 and under) 9 holes $10 ~ 18 holes $15
250-353-2262 KasloGolf.org @KasloGolf kaslogolf
Groups and Tournaments Welcome
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Slocan Lake Golf Club Golf One of the Most Scenic Golf Courses in the Kootenays
Nakusp Centennial Golf Club Our beautiful course is situated just outside Nakusp on Highway #6 South. What awaits you are our friendly staff, beautiful well manicured greens, and breathtaking scenery. After a fun round of golf, what better way to relax than coming to the fully licensed clubhouse for cool drinks. The nine-hole layout is a 2,610 yard, par 34. The slope rating is 107 for men and 112 for ladies. Green Fees are $25.00 for 9 holes and $34.20 for 18 holes (plus tax). No tee times required. We have a fully stocked Pro Shop and our manager will be available to assist you. Club rentals, pull carts and power carts available for rent. Little Summit Driving Range, with the famous Yellow Bug, is located adjacent to the golf course.
Set amidst the beautiful mountains of the Selkirk range on a gently undulating plateau, Sit on our the Slocan Lake clubhouse Golf Course deck and enjoy! offers relaxed and friendly golfing at its best. This nine hole, par 35 course is located just 2 km north of New Denver on Hwy 6. The clubhouse has a fully licensed lounge and restaurant and a large veranda with a breathtaking view of Slocan Lake. Club rentals, power carts and pull carts are available. Some overnight parking is available for self-contained vehicles. No tee times required. For more information, please call 250-358-2408. 9 holes $24; 18 holes $35 Ladies’ Night Tuesday 4-6 pm Men’s Night Wednesday 4-6 pm
Nakusp Golf Club Pro Shop 250-265-4531 Restaurant 250-265-3585 email ngc@nakusp.net www.nakuspgolf.com BC, Canada
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101 Golf Course Road 2 km north of New Denver on Hwy. #6
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Ainsworth In the heart of the Kootenay wilderness is the small village of Ainsworth, set into the mountainside overlooking the vast expanse of the Kootenay Lake and the Purcell Mountains. In the early 1880s, Ainsworth became the first townsite to develop on Kootenay Lake when American born Captain George Ainsworth brought his business of transportation and mining exploration to the area. At the height of the mining activity, as many as 3,000 people lived in the town. As mining ceased to be a profitable venture, the fortunes of the area diminished and with that the population fell to the current number of less than one hundred permanent residents.
Lakeside Cabins & Campground Quaint, fully contained cabins $85-$110 5 serviced sites for RVs up to 27’ $30 12 tenting sites $25 Lake access Located at 3460 Davidson Road , BC Ainsworth Hot Springs V0G 1A0
Contact lakeside–cabins@hotmail.com or 250-229-4506 cell 250-509-0960
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Today it is home to the Ainsworth Hot Springs Resort. 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. Developed around the original natural hot springs, the resort features three odourless pools – a main lounging pool, a 150 foot horseshoe cave and a stream fed cold plunge. On a cool fall day or on a chilly evening you can relax in the outdoor pool and enjoy the scenery while warm soothing mineral waters lap at your shoulders. Step out of the pool and step into the even warmer water of the uniquely shaped horseshoe cave, where the darkness, the mineral deposits and the humidity combine to offer an invigorating experience. The resort’s hotel has 41 units, some with kitchen facilities, a world class restaurant and a great little gift shop. Relax and rejuvenate! For such a small village, Ainsworth has a variety of accommodations including camping or cabins down on the beach or the comfortable Ainsworth Motel. The friendly owners and hosts will tell you that, when in Ainsworth, you really have to take in the hot springs, but there are other attractions too. The JB Fletcher Store/Museum is a preserved time capsule of an old fashioned general store, presenting an extensive show of intriguing artifacts from the mining era, and selling arts and crafts. Originally built in the 1890s and operated as a general store until 1972, the museum is open to the public during the summer. There are many trails and old roads that offer fascinating walks. One of the best goes up North Street behind the hot springs, through the historic cemetery, then crosses Cedar Creek and follows an old miners’ trail back down to the highway, passing remnants of historic mining activity.
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Krao Lake is one of several small alpine lakes above Ainsworth and Cody Caves. Alpine lakes often contain small but feisty fish – great places to perfect your fishing skills. Krao is up the Cody Caves Road, and is fairly hard to find because the trails are not well marked and may be overgrown. Ask a local for specific directions … it would make for a great day adventure! Photo: Corey Epp
Woodbury Resort
Cody Caves
It takes less than five minutes to drive north from Ainsworth to get to Woodbury Resort and Marina and Jones Boys Boats. The early history of Woodbury, as with many settlements along Kootenay Lake, is inextricably linked with mining. In 1897, the length of Woodbury Creek was the site of a mining boom. Prospectors staked and then worked their claims all along the creek for kilometres up into the mountains. And as with other communities, the boom didn’t last, the mining declined and the prospectors eventually went elsewhere.
One of several concentrators that operated in the Ainsworth/Woodbury area at the turn of the century. Ore was removed from rock by the concentrator and then shipped on to smelters for further refining. ~ Highgrade & Hotsprings 2000
Today, Woodbury is home to the thriving resort and marina, and the well known Jones Boys Boats, where boat sales and service is offered. What could be better than to acquire a new boat and just go next door to stay and play? The resort, a natural playground, is open year round, and occupies a breathtaking location on Kootenay Lake at the doorstep to the great outdoors. The four-season resort has everything from boat rentals and camping to a restaurant, store, chalet rentals, a recreation hall and a swimming pool.
Cody Cave was discovered in the late 1800s by Henry Cody, of Prince Edward Island. It became a popular destination for adventurous residents of Kootenay Lake throughout the 1900s and was made into a provincial park in 1964. The limestone caverns display an impressive array of ancient calcite formations, growing at the slow rate of approximately one cubic centimetre each century. As the only low elevation cave in the West Kootenay, its guided tours make an excellent introduction to caving. A fascinating journey into the fragile underworld of Cody Caves is your reward for being a little adventurous today. Explore up to 500 metres of passageway, experience underground waterfalls and ancient limestone passages carved by flowing water. Cody Cave Tours offers a variety of caving adventures for those ages five and up. Visitors should be reasonably fit. Warm clothes and sturdy footwear are important for spelunking comfort. Reservations are required. For more information visit www.codycavetours.com or call 250359-CAVE (2283).
AINSWORTH MOTEL …on Kootenay Lake
Fishing is excellent all the time, but 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 pounds, as well as Dolly Varden (bull trout.) Woodbury 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. When you arrive, head into the restaurant and enjoy a meal. Linger over dinner and later chat with the locals in the fun and laid back atmosphere of the pub. Woodbury is also a gateway to Kokanee Glacier Park and the Silverspray cabin. In summer, the park can accessed by driving up Woodbury Creek Forestry Road for 13 kilometres to the trailhead. BC, Canada
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Premium accommodation at affordable rates. Kitchenettes • Satellite TV • Wifi 3595 Hwy 31, Ainsworth Hot Springs, BC 250-229-4711• 888-848-4463 info@ainsworthmotel.com • www.ainsworthmotel.com GO & DO Summer • Fall 2015
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Woodbury Resort & Marina Fish for rainbows from your front door. Explore the beautiful Selkirk from your back door.
Woodbury 4 Seasons Resort so much to offer...all year!
Boat Rentals • Lake or creek fishing • Nearby trails for ATVing, mountain biking and hiking • Motel suites and chalets with kitchen and satellite TV • Laundry • Marina - fuel, tackle • Full service campground and RV park • Protected sandy beach • Swim in heated pool, Kootenay Lake or nearby Ainsworth Hot Springs
Marine Pub
& Restaurant 250-353-7716
Our customers say,
“Best Fish and Chips on the Planet!” • Affordable • Family restaurant
JB’s Beer & Wine Store and Country Store open 7 days a week. 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 Page 12
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west koot route - kaslo
Vimy Park Photo: Karma Halleran
Kaslo Welcome to paradise! That’s what Kaslovians think of their home. Kaslo has also been called “a vintage silver dollar in the West Kootenay’s pocket” by British Columbia magazine. Tucked away as it is within the surrounding mountains, and skirted by a rushing river and spectacular lake, the images seem truly apt. Kaslo, originally called Kane’s Landing was incorporated in 1893. In 1889 and 1890 G.O. Buchanan and brothers George and David Kane came to Kaslo to stake timber claims. When silver mining activity was reported in the area, the Kane brothers subdivided their lease into town lots. The population soon grew to 3,000 people, most of them intent on seeking their fortunes in the newly discovered mines. Disaster struck in 1894 as fire, flood and gale force winds came in succession. In February, half of the town’s commercial district was destroyed, as well as 60-70 houses, two hotels, the jail and several other two storey buildings. By 1895 and 1896, Kaslo had turned her fortunes around with the completion of the K&S Railway, a public telephone system, and electric and waterworks plants. By 1897 Kaslo had all the services of a progressive mining supply centre: a cigar factory, brewery, dry goods stores, several saloons, hotels and brothels and its own newspaper, The Kootenaian.
that served them. When she was launched on October 22, 1898, there were no roads or trains 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 $1.00. Breathing life into her history has involved thousands of hours of labour, research and the skills of a generation of workers. Storyboards at street level describe the scope and scale of the renovations that are still ongoing today. Now a designated National Historic Site and BC Landmark, the sternwheeler is open daily for guided or selfguided tours from Mother’s Day through to Thanksgiving weekend. The Moyie is located at 324 Front Street, Kaslo BC. For more information see www.klhs.bc.ca or phone/
fax 250- 353-2525.
Welcome to the Historic Village of Kaslo (Incorporated 1893)
Over the next 50 years, metal prices fell and mining costs rose, resulting in a decline in mining activity and in the viability of the town. For a while fruit-ranching was a thriving industry until the Little Cherry disease destroyed the marketability of the fruit. Lumber mills gave the town its economic base for many years, but this industry also declined severely in the mid-1990s.
Kaslo offers fun for everyone! Walk or bike on one of the many area trails. Enjoy fabulous scenery from our expansive beachfront. Free parking available off 5th Street
SS Moyie The SS Moyie is the world’s oldest intact passenger sternwheeler. It is located against the stunning scenery of Kaslo, and awaits all who want to step back in time and experience life at the end of the 19th century. The sights, sounds and smells have all been recreated aboard this majestic vessel. The early 1900s were a period of rapid population growth in the West Kootenay. For nearly 60 years, sternwheelers provided a transportation lifeline to the many isolated communities on Kootenay Lake. The SS Moyie and her sister ships literally opened the Kootenay region to miners, farmers, pioneer families and those businesses BC, Canada
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The Langham Cultural Centre
O, the Suffering!
The Langham, initially constructed in 1896 as a hotel to house the silver miners – and slake their thirst at its 25 metre bar – later became a bank, a bottling company, and an internment centre for Japanese-Canadians during World War II.
It’s happening again, and it’s a more ambitious event this year than ever. Kootenay Suffer Fest – three glorious days of pain and altitude gain and loss. Now in its sixth year, Suffer Fest attracts more than 800 runners and cyclists of all ages and abilities from western Canada and beyond.
Left to time and the elements, by the mid 1970s the building was considered a fire hazard and was in danger of being demolished. In 1974 a small group of Kaslo residents got together to form the Langham Cultural Society. Community volunteers renovated the building. After massive efforts to refurbish the building, the first floor was opened in 1977, followed by the second and third floors in 1978. The Society received the prestigious National Heritage Canada Award as well as the Park and Tilford Trophy. Most recently the Society received the Honouring the Arts Award by the Assembly of the BC Arts Councils for their long term contribution to the arts in BC.
Events will be based in three West Koot Route towns from September 5 though September 7.
The Langham houses galleries, studios, offices and a small theatre that can accommodate 75 people. During the year the public can view a variety of art shows in the galleries or participate in workshops covering a wide spectrum of disciplines. The theatre is an intimate venue for plays, movies, live music or lectures.
Suffering begins on the Saturday in Kaslo with an early start of the 50 km Milford Marathon. A number of shorter runs begin later in the morning, including both kids’ running and biking races. Kaslo also shotguns the start of the epic 100 km XC Mountain Bike Race on Sunday morning, which takes riders through the peaks and valleys between Kaslo and New Denver. The agony continues in New Denver with the 15 and 40 km mountain bike races along New Denver’s beautiful and historic mining and rail trails. The third day drops you in Nakusp for a torturous day of running and biking! A Furry Forty, Tour de Nakusp, the Off-Road Duathlon and a Junior Duathlon wrap up an amazing weekend of limitpushing accomplishments. In 2013 Suffer Fest’s 100 km mountain bike race was considered the toughest in Canada, in good part due to an unseasonal snow squall that descended upon the late September event. Weather should be more predictable at the beginning of September. To read more about this event or to register visit the website kootenaysufferfest.com
The Japanese Canadian Museum experience begins with a series of photographs and writings hung on the walls of the stairwell and 2nd 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 get a glimpse of what it must have been like to live in internal exile in one’s own country. Langham Gallery hours are Thursday through Sunday, 1 – 4 pm. The Japanese Canadian museum is open Sunday through Friday from 9 am 5 pm and Saturdays when the door is open. For more information call 250-353-2661, or email langham@ netidea.com, or you can go to their website www.thelangham.ca
Mountain biking is exploding in Kaslo, as it is in many cities, towns and villages throughout BC. The Kaslo Area Mountain Biking Initiative has a three year plan that involves a family skills park, approx 60 km of stacked loop trails and an epic peak-to-peak ridgeride. Development has begun… Stay tuned! Photo: Karma Halleran
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Saturday Market
Historic Buildings
Farmers’ markets are sprouting up everywhere and Kaslo is no exception. Every Saturday morning throughout the summer, from June 6 to September 19, 10 am – 2 pm, the Front Street Park is transformed into a festive marketplace featuring produce from nearby farms and gardens, a variety of crafts, goodies and live music. Local nurseries bring garden plants and gardening tips. A great way to spend a sunny Saturday, to buy your fresh and local veggies for the week and to connect with friends and visitors.
While walking through the village of Kaslo, take note of some of the many historic buildings. There are over 60 officially designated heritage buildings. A few of these are: 1. St. Andrew’s United Church was built in 1893 as a Presbyterian church – reputedly the oldest in BC, by the influential mining preacher, Rev. Martin. Located on 4th Street & B Avenue. Village Hall Photo: Karma Halleran
Wonders on the Water Kootenay Lake, a deep body of blue water that contrasts beautifully with the greens of the forests, stretches 120 kilometres from north to south, with a westward pointing arm. It is a magnificent playground for boaters and water lovers of all kinds. There is ample opportunity for paddling, sailing, fishing, swimming, scuba diving or just dipping your toes and collecting pretty smooth stones. Beaches are plentiful and diverse, some accessible by car, and still more by boat or a good day’s hike. Still relatively unused by power boaters, the lake offers unmatched solitude for paddling along its ancient rocky shores, where the only sound you’ll hear is nature and the swoosh of your paddle. As the calm serenity of the lake often gives way to some unpredictable winds in the early afternoons, crossing the lake by kayak or canoe should be taken with care or by guided tour for those less experienced or new to the area. There are a few sheltered bays to be found along the lake where refuge can be sought in the event of wilder weather. One beautiful paddling loop leaves the shores of Kaslo and heads north, passing by landmarks such as Davis Creek and Lost Ledge Provincial Parks.
Kootenay Star Mining Museum This unique museum celebrates Kaslo’s rich heritage of mining and forestry. Relics on display depict the toil, the danger and hardships that were experienced by the pioneering families of days gone by. After your visit, enjoy the warm atmosphere at Teresa’s, a unique coffee shop attached to the museum, which serves homemade delectables, sandwiches, espresso coffees and ice cream.
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2. The City Hall was erected in 1898 and is the oldest wooden municipal building on the BC mainland. It is currently undergoing restoration and preservation. Located on 4th Street & B Avenue. 3. The “1896” Building, located across from the SS Moyie, was originally a bakery and dry goods outlet. 4. The Langham Cultural Centre was once a hotel and rooming house for miners and was built around 1890. It was also used to intern approximately 80 Japanese-Canadians during WWII. Located on A Ave., across from the post office. 5. The Kemball Memorial Centre (formerly called the Provincial Building until its purchase by the Village of Kaslo in 2008) was built in 1911 of marble from a local quarry. Located at 312 4th Street. 6. Eric’s Meat Market was originally the site of Billy Noble’s Barber Shop in 1915, but for over 65 years it has been a family-run meat market. Located at 425 Front St. Debra Barrett, Heritage Homes & Buildings of Kaslo
Kootenay Lake Archives Located in the old jail in the basement of the Kemball Memorial Centre on the corner of A Avenue and 4th Street, the archives house a reference library of documents and items relating to the history of Kaslo and the West Kootenay. The archives are open all year except holidays on Mondays, 7-9 pm and Thursdays, 9 am until noon. There is no charge to visit during these times. Other openings can be arranged, for a small fee, by calling 250-353-3204 or 250353-2563 or, from May to October, by calling the SS Moyie Visitor Centre at 250-353-2525.
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North End of Kootenay Lake
The Red Fish Circle of Life
Forty kilometres (25 miles) north of Kaslo is the beautiful Lardeau Valley which embraces the small communities of Lardeau, Cooper Creek and Meadow Creek, Howser, Argenta and Johnsons Landing. The rich valley bottom farmland is the result of the ebb and flow over thousands of years by the Duncan and Lardeau Rivers.
In the late summer and early fall, kokanee (land locked salmon) provide a spectacle of nature, raw and red in fin and gill, as they return to their native creeks to spend their last reserve of life’s energy. Up to a million kokanee spawn in early fall at the Meadow Creek Spawning Channel.
The area was first settled at the turn of the last century when a flood of prospectors searching for rich lodes of ore invaded the area. After a few years they left for more lucrative fields. In 1912, the first of several homesteading families arrived to eke out a living by farming and logging on the bench land. Starting in the 1950s the area saw an increase of people including draft dodgers, back-to-thelanders and hippies as people looked for a way to get back to nature. Now the area is becoming a base for eco-tourism operations and outdoor enthusiasts.
The channel was built in 1967 to replace spawning grounds destroyed by the construction of the Duncan Dam. Walkways allow visitors the opportunity to view this incredible sight and an interpretive kiosk shows the life cycle. Keep in mind that occasionally black or and grizzly bears may be spotted in and around the channel taking advantage of this easy food source! The Meadow Creek Spawning Channel is at the north end of Kootenay Lake, 45 km from Kaslo on Hwy 31, just beyond Meadow Creek.
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New Denver Six hundred souls call New Denver home. Belying its small size (small ≠ sleepy) the community on the shores of Slocan Lake is populated by an active and passionate citizenry. If you’re wondering what an escape from the city should feel like – it should feel like here. Founded in 1892 on the shores of Slocan Lake, the Village of New Denver’s first houses were built by the calloused hands of mining prospectors. Briefly known as Eldorado City, before being renamed after Denver Colorado, New Denver was incorporated as a village in 1929. The miners were followed by merchants and businessmen, who built stores and hotels, and the village pros-
pered. New Denver soon became the hub of government services in the Slocan Valley. The former mining town is now noted mainly for its spectacular location on Slocan Lake, with the peaks of the Valhalla Mountains rising more than 2,100 metres on the opposite shore. During World War II, New Denver was the site of an internment camp. The shack and tent city housed some 2000 Japanese Canadians who had been displaced from their West Coast homes shortly after the attack on Pearl Harbor in December 1941. In spite of its rocky economic history, New Denver has a strong sense of community where artisans, environmentalists, loggers, tourism operators and many other entrepreneurs and businesses work together. The sheer physical beauty around New Denver still astounds local citizens. Come and visit. They will be happy to share it with you.
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The Nikkei Internment Memorial Centre in New Denver is a National Historic Site dedicated to preserving and sharing the history of the internment of over 22,000 Japanese Canadians during the Second World War. Located on the site of a former internment camp, the original buildings, period artifacts, interpretive displays, and Heiwa Teien garden chronicle this extraordinary episode in Canadian history. Be sure to stop by and see displays of Japanese culture and the Nikkei legacy. Hours are 10 am – 5 pm daily (May 1 through Sept 30).
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Everything Garlic For 23 years now Hills Garlic Festival has perfumed the air around New Denver. It has now been named as one of the top ten garlic festivals in the world and has had write-ups in Canadian Geographic Travel and The Landowner magazines. What started as a small group of friends who decided to have a garlic-themed pot luck supper in the park, quickly grew to a community event drawing local garlic growers and garlic lovers to the Hills Community Park. By 2003 the festival had outgrown its home and was moved to Centennial Park in New Denver. The Garlic Festival is a local community fundraiser put on by volunteers through the Hills Recreation Society and has become an annual West Kootenay highlight, and beyond! The theme is Where Culture Meets Agriculture. This year’s festival will feature at least 160 vendors selling organic garlic, garlic wreaths, garlic products and snacks, fresh organic produce, local crafts of art, jewellery, wood, furniture, pottery, soaps, lotions and herbal remedies. Live music and children’s entertainment keeps the vibe uptempo all day long. There are contests for the largest head of garlic, the heaviest clove of garlic, the best garlic poem (do you have an ode to a clove?) and the best garlic braid! Come and enjoy the largest fall festival in the Kootenay region, Sunday, September 13. Admission is $4, children under 12 free. The fun starts at 10 am and continues until 5 pm. With approximately 6,000 people of all ages expected, be sure to get there early, before wait lines stretch around the grounds. Due to health and safety regulations no dogs other than service dogs are allowed. Note: Cash only accepted by vendors.
Sandon Thousands rushed to “Capital City of the Silvery Slocan�. Located at the centre of huge deposits of silver ore, the Sandon of the late 19th century had millions of dollars and thousands of people roll through its streets in slightly more than a decade. In many ways, the city was typical of mining boom-towns of the 1890s, with rough-and-ready construction, a red light district, social halls, and dozens of saloons. In other ways, it was decidedly different. By 1897 Sandon already had electric streetlights, and fire hydrants on the corners.
One of the city’s unique features was a boardwalk built over top of Carpenter Creek which was flumed right down the middle of a downtown street. At the peak of the boom, nearly 8000 residents lived within a three-mile radius. It was incorporated as a city in 1898; by 1920 Sandon was broke and was unincorporated. Nevertheless, over the past 100-odd years, over $30 billion worth of silver-lead ore has been taken from the region, and Sandon never truly died. The Sandon Museum is open during the summer months, May 16 through September.
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Nakusp There is no better place to relax than in Nakusp, a picturesque village at the foot of the Selkirk mountains on the east shore of the Arrow Lakes. The name of the town is derived from the native word for “bay of quiet waters” Neqpo’sp. Nakusp is where big water, big mountains and big smiles await all who come to explore this vibrant community. Home to three very different hot springs, the Nakusp area has seen human activity for thousands of years. The hot springs attracted native peoples to stay for a time to rest and soothe their spirits in the naturally hot water. In historical times it was the discovery of ore that brought miners and prospectors to the area. In 1893, the budding community of Nakusp even had a newspaper, The Nakusp Ledge. Telephone reached the village in 1905. When the mining boom started to become a bust, Nakusp’s hardworking pioneers turned to the rich timberland all around them for a way to feed their families and build their community, falling and milling the great cedar and fir in the valley. Several paddlewheelers came into service on the lakes, transporting settlers, produce, vacationers and just about anything else. These boats were retired from service in the early 1950s. Nakusp has a beautiful paved walk on the waterfront, featuring a Japanese garden on one end, and the Spicer Garden in the middle. These gorgeous gardens are kept up by volunteers, and are much appreciated by all who stroll through them.
Today, Nakusp offers visitors a relaxed and friendly atmosphere for vacationing. A whole world of outdoor recreation opportunities is available to keep you active all summer long: fishing, boating, houseboating, swimming, snorkeling, walking, hiking, biking, camping and golfing. For a more leisurely adventure, check out the many downtown shops and restaurants, or enjoy a warm day on the sandy public beach. For more information contact the Nakusp & District Chamber of Commerce at 1-800-909-8819, or send an email to nakusparrowlakes.com
The West Koot Route A Wanderer’s Paradise Have you noticed the West Koot Route signs on the highway? The Route brings you to a handful of lakeside towns and through deep mountain passes and river valleys. Roughly, it’s a circle that includes Nelson, the Arrow Lakes villages of Slocan City, Nakusp, and New Denver and alongside the west shore of Kootenay Lake from Kaslo north to Meadow Creek. Connect the dots along these meandering highways and byways. The area covered by the Route boasts a bounty of low-trafficked attractions, including ‘wild’ and resort-style hot springs, several riverside rail trails for walking, biking, and birding, as well as beautifully restored ghost towns and museums. Wander away a week, a month, or more! The West Koot Route is a great way to add some form to your wandering. To download a guide for the route to restore and re-charge, go to www.westkootroute.ca
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Some Like It Hot! British Columbia has a number of hot springs, many of which are situated right here in the Kootenays. Two of the nicest and best known are in the Nakusp area. To experience the very pinnacle of hot springs heaven, plan to visit Nakusp.
Halcyon Hot Springs Halcyon, meaning calm and serene, certainly lives up to its name. Halcyon Hot Springs is a place of relaxation, recreation and wellness.
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Located in the pristine mountains bordering Upper Arrow Lakes, the hot springs has a colourful history full of hope and healing aspirations. First utilized by native peoples, it was, ironically, fought over, made peace over, then built up from humble beginnings to grandeur. Enjoy outstanding views from the terraced mineral pools (hot, warm or cold) and in season, a warm, mineralrich swimming pool. The Halcyon Hot Springs water is known to soothe body, mind and soul and to offer relief from pain. For those deserving of pampering, the spa offers complete service. Halcyon accommodation is comfortable and varied with chalets, cottages and cabins. For the mobile guest there is a smaller full service RV park. The spectacular Kingfisher restaurant and lounge with its outdoor patio allows for a casual meal as well as fine dining, and the wonderful view is always free. Other services include a laundry facility and gift shop. Halcyon caters especially to corporate retreats, banquets and weddings. The historical chapel is a treasure and many couples have exchanged their vows in this romantic setting. When being pampered and beautifully fed begins to seem all too familiar, go for some adventure. Hike or bike the trails surrounding the resort. Canoe or paddle the shoreline of the lake. Halcyon has a limited number of canoes and mountain bikes available for rent by the day or half day. Then return to relax in the healing waters of Halcyon Hot Springs! Halcyon Hot Springs is 68 km south of Revelstoke. On the southern approach, Halcyon Hot Springs is 32 km north of Nakusp.
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Tucked away in the Selkirk mountains, the Nakusp Hot Springs resort is the pride of the village. The circular shaped hot springs pool is housed in an ampitheatre-like structure above Kuskanax Creek. One side of the pool, the larger part, is filled with warm water, and the smaller part is for bathers who like it hotter. The hot springs, which are wholly owned and operated by the Village of Nakusp, are located 12 kms up a paved and well maintained mountain road. In earlier times there was only a path that was used by pack-horses escorting paddlewheel passengers who came to sample the deliciously warm waters. Soak your bones in the gorgeous mountain setting and get away from it all! After enjoying the soothing waters, go hiking and mountain biking, or camp at the resort’s campground in the serene setting of a grove of old growth cedars and hemlocks on Kuskanax Creek. Check out the website, www.nakusphotsprings.com or 1-250-265-4528. Visit us www.gokootenays.com
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Hot Springs Hikes
Nakusp & District Fall Fair
Starting in the Nakusp Hot Springs parking lot, hikers can choose trails ranging from short to long, level to steep. Begin on the pet friendly, wheelchair accessible trail leading to the newly built Kuskanax foot bridge.
September is traditionally harvest time, and the Nakusp Fall Fair celebrates the agricultural heritage of the Arrow Lakes in style. On Saturday, September 12 the fair will be in full swing! Some of the events going on are Jail & Bail, Kid’s Zucchini Races, a Trashion Show, and of course, the displays of all the produce, plants, crafts and goodies. The fair opens at 9:30 am and runs until 3:30 pm at the Nakusp & District Sports Complex.
On the far side of the bridge you can view a spectacular waterfall, check out the source of the resort’s mineral water, view the cathedral cedars in the area, swim in an alpine lake or walk along the 8.5 kilometres of cross country trails, one of which will lead you down into the village. The Nakusp & Area Community Trails Society, working together with the Village, keep the trails clear. Maps can be picked up at the Nakusp Hot Springs lobby or at the visitor centre on 6th Avenue NW, downtown Nakusp.
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Welcome to the best kept secret in the Kootenays – Slocan – a picturesque lakeshore village that lies at the south end of pristine Slocan Lake. Guarded by the Valhallas in the Selkirk Mountain range, our friendly and safe community is a wonderful place to visit or live. We enjoy four distinct seasons with very different activities available during each one (see our list below.) We are a very diverse population, ranging from young families to retirees. Here there is something for everyone regardless of age, from sitting on the beach reading a book to rock climbing along the shores of the lake. No cell phone service in most of our valley. We have a pay phone on Harold Street!
Things to see and do: • Craft Distillery Tours • Hike the Valhallas or the Heritage Rail Trail • Boat Launch • Canoe/Kayak/Sail • Swim (public beach/picnic area) • Water Ski • Scuba Dive (WKS Slocan City Park.mpg) • Camp/Fish • Aboriginal Pictographs • Rock Climb • Summer Kids Day Camp (250-355-2484) • World Class Skateboard Park • Outdoor Sunday Market • Tennis/Basketball • Golf • Springer Creek Falls • Snowmobiling/Sledding/Skating • Snowshoe/X-Country Skiing
Places to Eat FullABeans .................................................. 250-355-2889 - Espresso bar & snacks Harold Street Café ...................................... 250-355-2663 - Open 7 days a week Lemon Creek Lodge & Campground ........ 1-877-970-8090 Casual fine dining ..................................................................................lemoncreeklodge.com 250-355-2403
Places to Stay Blue Moon B&B ............................................ 250-355-2604 603 Slocan Street Gatesway Vacation Rental ......................... 250-355-2672 Nightly/weekly Lemon Creek Lodge & Campground ......... 1-877-970-8090 Lodge, cabins, campground lemoncreeklodge.com 250-355-2403
Slocan Motel ............................................... 250-355-2963 Nightly / weekly / monthly / renovated Springer Creek RV Park & Campground ... 1-866-355-2023 Full/partial hook-ups / tent sites 250-355-2266 Valhalla Shores Rentals .............................. 250-355-0067 912 Slocan Street
Recreation Ice Creek Lodge ............................................ icecreeklodge.com Kootenay Hiking Club .................................. kootenayhikingclub@gmail.com Slocan Valley Rail Trail ................................. slocanvalleyrailtrail.ca
Community Services Slocan Fitness Centre .................................. 250-355-2355 Well equipped gym Slocan Library ............................................... 250-355-2355 Ongoing book sale, free WiFi Slocan Valley Legion 250-355-2672 502 Harold Street, Sunday afternoon jams The Legion welcomes members & guests
Valhalla Children’s Centre ........................... 250-355-2222 WEG Community Service Society ............... 250-355-2484 WEG Learning Centre .................................. 250-355-2599 WEG Youth Centre ........................................ 250-355-2484
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Churches Businesses 2nd Generation ............................................ 250-355-2662 CT Automotive .............................................. 250-355-2351 Kootenay Country Craft Distillery Ltd ....... 250-355-2702 Mountain Valley Station .............................. 250-355-2245 Slocan Auto & Towing .................................. 250-355-2632 Slocan City Trading Company .................... 250-355-2299 Slocan Village Market.................................. 250-355-2211
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Slocan Village Market Groceries, Organic Produce and Natural Food • In-Store Bakery & Deli • Fresh Cut Meats • Agency Liquor & Lotto • Hunting & Fishing Licences and more... Open Daily 9 am - 8 pm Check out our bi-weekly yer online at
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Tubing, the art of floating down a river in an oversized inflated tube, is the stuff that summer memories are made of. Whittle away hours on a hot day drifting down the meandering Slocan River. You let the river do all the work for you. It’s not dangerous (but ‘tubers’ should be aware and look out for submerged obstacles), you can sip on a beverage, stop for a picnic, and best of all it’s cheap. If you don’t have your own tube, there are several places in the towns along the river that will rent them to you, guide you if you would like and help you with drop-off and pick-up along the river route. Check it out at Endless Adventures in Crescent Valley.
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Slocan Valley Slocan Valley inherits the breathtaking scenery of Valhalla Provincial Park at its western boundary, and the serene beauty of the Slocan River, sometimes called the Jewel of the Kootenays, on the valley floor. Famous for family-friendly tubing, the clear, green river also attracts a multitude of floating craft, plus soft-footed fly-fishermen along its shores seeking excitable rainbow trout. The river is fed and filtered by the deep crevice of Slocan Lake, whose shoreline and glaciersourced waters are fiercely protected by the local chambers of commerce and environmental groups. The Slocan River was used as a transportation route by native people, miners and loggers. To this day you can still find stretches that feel just as it once did when the paddle was the most common engine – a wild, unspoiled ecosystem. The water is crystal clear and by early summer becomes warm enough for pleasant swimming in its many deep pools. On an old rail line along the length of the river, a multipurpose path has been developed that is unusually wind-sheltered and rich in wildlife. Scenic in all seasons, the well-loved trail is used by both locals and visitors, from dog-walking in summer to cross-country skiing in winter. Other popular recreation areas in the valley include the Winlaw Nature Park, and the Walter Clough Wildlife Area on the upper river. Valhalla Provincial Park, one of the few remaining great undisturbed and relatively undiscovered natural areas of the world, is perched above the Slocan Valley in the Selkirk Mountains. Offering 49,600 hectares of dramatic granite peaks, river valleys, and sub-alpine lakes, it is the playground of hikers, and a well-spring for those seeking solitude and inspiration. Slocan Lake forms the eastern boundary of the park. Access is by trail north of the lake, by boat across the lake, or by road south of the lake from Slocan or Passmore. At the north end of the Slocan Valley lie Silverton and New Denver, villages that were once the hub of the historic mining industry. The sublime scenery of the Slocan Valley makes the area a perfect spot for your journey, whether you come from far away or call the Kootenays home.
Winlaw Regional & Nature Park Occupying 22.7 acres of land, just north of the Winlaw Bridge on the west shore of the Slocan River, this park is pure nature. The park land was once old growth forest made up of cedar, cottonwood, spruce and hemlock. The original forest was logged, and the site burned in the early 1900s. You can still see the large stumps throughout the park’s forest. Before the 1970s the land was used for cattle grazing, and in 1971 the area was designated as an area for recreation and public enjoyment. In 1984 the Regional District of Central Kootenay (RDCK) began working on a Park Plan and by 1989 became the owners of the Winlaw Regional and Nature Park. BC, Canada
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Community volunteers have worked hard to maintain it ever since. A grant helped develop the beach and trail systems. The beach area includes washrooms, change rooms and a covered gazebo. Two newly-replaced boardwalks over wetland areas are a key part of the area trail system, as is the quiet service lane which provides maintenance access. The rest of the park is forest and wetlands with trails meandering along the river and into the forest. Winlaw Regional and Nature Park is used every day of the year. This is where the locals go to enjoy the woods and river, to see wildlife, to walk dogs, to count the birds, to snowshoe or ski, to have picnics, to swim and to build sand castles and visit with each other while the kids play on the swings or chase each other in a game of tag. It is the place to share with guests, to have weddings, to do yoga, to have Art in the Park shows, to be regaled by a theatre troupe performing en plein air. The park is also the destination for the famous Slocan River Poker Float that takes place in August. Come and visit! Hike down the path through the shady forest and over the boardwalk, listen for the cry of the eagle, watch the ducks and Canada geese feeding by the shore of the river, have a seat on a riverside bench, breathe the fresh air and relax. Welcome to nature.
The Slocan Valley Rail Trail Meandering along the banks of the beautiful Slocan River, the Slocan Valley Rail Trail offers easy access to 50 km of monumental scenic splendour. The trail is an incredible recreational feature which preserves an important part of the area’s heritage and provides a venue for healthy, outdoor, year-round activities for locals and visitors alike. Walkers, cyclists, and equestrian users can experience a sense of nature, history and community as the trail wanders through unique riverside scenery and past pleasant rural landscapes. A section of former Canadian Pacific Railway land, the trail has been developed by Tourism BC as part of the Spirit of 2010 Trail network. The trail is managed by the Slocan Valley Heritage Trail Society – a local, volunteer-based stewardship group which was instrumental in making the trail a reality. From the southern terminus near the Dam Inn, the trail travels northward through Crescent Valley, Slocan Park, Passmore and Winlaw to its final destination on the shores of Slocan Lake in the Village of Slocan. In addition to the communities strung out along the valley floor, the Slocan Valley Rail Trail also passes through many beautiful natural areas, including mixed forests, meadows, wetlands, river shoreline and rocky escarpments. The trail is for non-motorized use only. Unauthorized motor vehicles, ATVs, motorbikes, snowmobiles and other motorized forms of transportation are prohibited. Please respect private property and stay on the trail. Dogs must be kept under control and should be on-leash at all times. GO & DO Summer • Fall 2015
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buildings to the civic pride of its citizens at the turn of the last century.
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. Cafés and galleries are everywhere and many of the residents seem to be artists or craftspeople.
At the end of the 19th century mining began to take a reduced role in the city’s prosperity due to the decline in silver prices. In the early 1900s, fruit ranching became important in the Kootenay Lake valley to the north of Nelson. During that time, Nelson businesses provided the ranchers with supplies. Today… Nelson’s economy is very diverse. The ingenuity of the people who continue to migrate to Nelson, coupled with the self-sufficiency that is a requirement for a town that’s at least four hours away from a major city, forge an altogether unique combination of enterprises.
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Nelson…with the all the ambiance of a college town, is a magnet for artists and outdoorsy types from Calgary and Vancouver – Is there another spot where lunch means choosing between Japanese and whatever’s not cooking at the vegan raw food cafe?
In the beginning … Nelson was conceived 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 1000, Nelson owes many of its beautiful
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Among Nelson’s municipal facilities are an aquatic and fitness centre and a multi-use arena. Nelson also has a curling rink, waterfront soccer fields, baseball and slo-pitch diamonds, and a golf course located only minutes from downtown.
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 Air Canada Enroute Magazine lake to full service hotels. You might take in a world class performance at the Capitol Theatre, or soak up Nelson’s period charm by taking a walking or driving tour. Visit the art galleries, museums, or remarkable shops on famous Baker Street. Most who pass through as visitors want to come back, many of them permanently. Nelson welcomes you!
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Spectacular Nelson in the fall - Lucas Jmeiff, of Nelson, BC, www.lucasimagephoto.ca - email: lucas@lucasimage.ca
Situated on the shores of the West Arm of Kootenay Lake, Nelson is a town where it appears that time has … well, not stood still … but perhaps has slowed down to a comfortable amble. The appeal is undeniable. Life in Nelson is unhurried, and people still smile and greet visitors. Home to over 9700, Nelson offers both the splendour of past eras and the vibrancy of the present. Nineteenth century ambiance lingers throughout the city, from the lovingly preserved heritage buildings to the fully restored streetcar. 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.
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The West Kootenay EcoSociety is the force behind the great outdoor markets in Nelson. These colourful markets offer a wide range of products: organic produce, great sweet and savoury food, clothing, jewellery, collectibles, books and more. Be sure to be there early for the best choice of the wares on offer. The 2015 Cottonwood Community Market operates Saturdays from May 16 until October 31 and is open from 9:30 am until 3 pm. Sweet live music is a feature at this market from 10 am to 2:30 pm. It is located at Cottonwood Falls Park. Follow the signs! The 2015 Nelson Downtown Local Market is a Wednesday market and is located in the 400 block of Baker Street. It starts June 10 and runs until September 23. The Wednesday market is open from 9:30 am until 3 pm.
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And then there’s MarketFest – three fun-filled Friday nights over the summer, on Baker Street. These street parties are filled with 100 vendors, kids’ entertainment and live music. It is a family-friendly street festival that brings out residents and visitors in droves. The first 2015 MarketFest is June 26, followed by July 24 and August 21. These events run from 6 pm to 10:30 pm on the 200 and 300 blocks of Baker St. A $5 donation for admission is kindly requested for anyone over 18 to help cover the cost of these spectacular events. For more information please visit www. ecosociety.ca
Would you like to get a bird’s-eye view of the Kootenays? Feel the air buffeting as you climb higher and higher? Do you have a dream of fishing a lake that is so remote that you can’t get there by road or by hiking? Riding a bike on top of the world in extreme terrain? Would you like to have a picnic on a mountaintop while savouring a fantastic view? Take a tour of the Kokanee Glacier or Valhalla Mountains? High Terrain Helicopters, based in Nelson can make these fantastic adventures a reality. For information on flying fun, call 250-354-8445 or visit www.highterrainhelicopters.com
Kootenay Spirit Festival Nelson is well known as a hub for yoga, dance, meditation and music. Claiming to have the most yogis per capita, the beautiful city of Nelson provides an ideal location to celebrate mindful living, love of nature and engaged community. Whether rising early to meditate or dancing late to the beat of world music (or both!), you will find yourself surrounded by energized, like minded individuals.
Nelson aspires to further ignite and unite the community within the region and beyond with its first annual Kootenay Spirit Festival. Participants will be inspired and guided by top local and visiting teachers, speakers and musical acts with events hosted in many eclectic studios, venues and parks throughout Nelson’s beautiful lakeside, mountain town.
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All Aboard the Streetcar! One of the unique features of the City of Nelson is that it was among the first communities in Western Canada to have a public transit system. In 1899 electric streetcars started running. In spite of the fact that the line was only five miles long and could boast only three cars, it served the city faithfully for fifty years. In the beginning, the cars were numbered 1, 2 and 3. Earlyy iin the 1930s, the streetcars were re-numbered to 21, 22, and 23 in an attempt to make the tramway system seem larger than it was.
Car #23, which was built in 1906, first saw service in Cleveland, Ohio. It came to Nelson in 1924 and served the city until 1949. At that time the electric tramway service was replaced by buses. Over the years Car 23 was used as a dog kennel, a storage shed and a souvenir shop.
A blend of the old street cars pictured on today’s Baker Street. Plus ça change, plus c’est la même chose! Photos : Tramway Society, and M Hamilton
In the 1980s, the old streetcar was rescued and restoration began. The Nelson Electric Tramway Society was formed in 1988 and the vision to have Streetcar 23 back “on track” started to become a reality. It made its second debut in 1992 carrying over 20,000 people in four months. Today there are 70 volunteers looking after the street car – drivers, conductors, maintenance crew, electricians, dispatchers and a secretary. These volunteers make it possible for you to relive the past with a ride along the shore of the West Arm from the Prestige Inn to Lakeside Park, two kilometres of nostalgic delight. Many people do not realize that the Tramway Society does wedding parties at any time, and provide extra runs if required past 5 pm. The tram usually picks up the wedding party at the Prestige Inn, takes them to the park for the service and returns when they are ready, regardless of the time. The tram also stops at the soccer field to allow passengers to disembark to take pictures. The Tramway Society invites everyone to visit the museum, which is located in the Car Barn beside Lakeside Park. Visitors can discover information about the history of Nelson’s tramway system learn how trams operate and see how the streetcars are maintained for future generations to enjoy. Beside Car 23 there is a Birney Car which will be on display and is on loan from the BC Railway Museum. The fares are modest, the ride is great fun, and the volunteers who keep this grand old car will gladly welcome you aboard! BC, Canada
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Touchstones Nelson: Museum of Art and History
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Touchstones, the name of the Nelson and District Museum, Archives and Art Gallery, implies quality, but also the cultural strength and solidity that stems from human creativity. Artists’ talks, events, and the high quality of exhibitions which are displayed in the state-of-the-art, climate controlled galleries, bring residents and visitors back again and again to see what’s new. Touchstones has something for everyone, with changing art and craft exhibitions, an expanded public archives, gift shop and a permanent gallery dedicated to the culture and history of the area.
The best of summer in the Kootenay region is upon us, and by this time, most of us have taken refuge in our refreshing lakes and rivers. Whether it’s boating, fishing, or swimming, Kootenay waters are valued for their many recreational possibilities. However, how many know that aquatic invasive species pose a serious threat to our enjoyment of these recreational activities?
The handsome Romanesque architecture which houses Touchstones, was originally built in 1902 as the Postal, Customs and Inland Revenue Department building. Built of brick and fine local granite only five years after city incorporation, the structure has always been a Nelson landmark. On the main floor, enjoy temporary exhibitions featuring local and regional art, craft, design as well as exhibitions of historical interest. On the second floor a display tells the story of local geography, First Peoples, explorers, settlers (famous and infamous) and the impact of industry. Touchstones year round programming in its galleries features solo and group exhibitions by regional, national and international artists. The museum also hosts a range of outreach programs including artist talks, workshops, tours and openings. Before your visit and for detailed information on the facility, exhibitions, programming and collections, check their website at www.touchstonesnelson.ca or call 250-352-9813.
Invasives, such as zebra and quagga mussels, can ruin recreational activities because they damage boat motors, reduce sport-fishing opportunities, and destroy beaches. These non-native mussels spread easily across waterways by “hitchhiking” on watercraft. Luckily, these aquatic hitchhikers have not yet been detected here, and there is much that everybody can do to keep it that way. The Central Kootenay Invasive Species Society urges all boaters to Clean, Drain, and Dry their boat before launching into any body of water. If you are hauling a watercraft within the province of BC this summer, be sure to look for and stop at the new mandatory watercraft inspection stations. Submitted by Central Kootenay Invasive Species Society. Zebra and quagga mussels are quite small at only 2 –2.5 cm (Zebra) and 3 cm (Quagga) in length.
Catching Your Dream Fish Every fisherman dreams of this and now you have finally hooked into the biggest rainbow trout of your life. Not just any normal trout, but the famous Gerrard rainbow. After a 20 minute battle, you finally see this amazing specimen. A bright silver body with a beautiful red band along its side. What a great way to end your day. As the water cools down in the fall, the fish begin to feed heavily. This is the time of year when you can catch some of the biggest fish in the lake on the surface. Imagine trolling your lure right on the surface and having a giant Gerrard rainbow take the lure and start running away with it. The acrobatic maneuvers of these great fish, as they jump out of the water over and over will give you a feeling that can’t be described until it happens to you.
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The fall season is prime fishing time, but don’t let colder temperatures keep you indoors. Because of the depth of Kootenay Lake and the currents throughout the lake, it never freezes so you can still get out on your boat. Some people claim that fall and winter fishing is the best. If you don’t have the equipment or knowledge for fall or winter fishing, there are a few guides/outfitters who can take you out. Kootenay Lake is home to the world famous Gerrard rainbow trout that can weigh in as heavy as 35 lbs. There are also, great numbers of Dolly Varden (bull trout). They have been caught up to 29 lbs. Fishermen from all over the world come to Kootenay Lake for their chance at catching ‘the fish of a lifetime’. Get out and enjoy our beautiful lake. It’s a different world out there! Article and photos submitted by Kerry Reed, Reel Adventures. BC, Canada
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Take a Stroll Back in Time… Dubbed “the prettiest small town in Canada” by the New York Times, Nelson possesses charm and character. With over 350 heritage homes and office buildings, there are more heritage buildings per capita than in any other city in the province. The architectural styles used in early construction were influenced by styles typical of San Francisco, Spokane and Seattle. The loving restoration of these buildings to their old glory is a movement that has been embraced by the residents, business owners and local government. These historic buildings define Nelson for visitors and residents alike and are a great source of pride. The Nelson Chamber of Commerce has two fascinating brochures worth picking up. One brochure, The Architectural Heritage Walking Tour, will take you on a stroll through the downtown core of the city where you can admire its many beautiful buildings and learn some very interesting facts about Nelson’s history. The second, The Architectural Motoring Tour, is a great way to get to know this wonderful city and its heritage, and to enjoy its beautiful scenic splendour. This brochure comes with an excellent map giving you the best route to view Nelson’s historic buildings. Guides to both self-guided tours can be picked up at 225 Hall Street at the visitor centre.
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Stroll the Street If you look down the entire length of Baker Street, you think that it will only take five minutes to go from one end to the other. What an idea! Three hours later, you still haven’t had time to explore all the art and craft stores, the bookstores, the funky and fine clothing stores, to say nothing of trying out the restaurants and organic coffee bars housed in some of the antique buildings that line both sides of Baker and the dissecting streets. Talented buskers in front of many businesses provide musical entertainment. If you want to take a break and do Explore eclectic Baker Street . Photo: Gary Schneider some serious people watching, many of the restaurants have outdoor patios where you can observe the passersby. The perfect thing to do on a warm day in Nelson!
For the tired traveller or adventurer, Nelson has every type of accommodation possible; luxurious hotels that will cater to your every desire, motels that are reasonable, hostels that are basic and clean and bed and breakfasts that are run by friendly people. Choose the style you like. In the core of the city you will find the Adventure Hotel, Hume Hotel and the Baker Street Inn & Convention Centre. Each of these has excellent restaurants and most have a lounge or club where you can unwind after a full day. If you feel like taking in the vibrant music scene and night life in Nelson, you only have to walk down Baker Street to Mike’s Place Pub. There is every type of dining experience to be sampled within a stone’s throw of Baker Street. Treat yourself to the best coffee in town any time during the day at Oso Negro on Ward Street. For decadent desserts and real hot chocolate, the Cafe Momento is the spot. For some, pizza is a staple, and some of the best is at Itza Ristorante & Pizzeria. Try the seafood, salad and burgers on the patio at Rel-ish Bistro or the Greek specialties at Main Street Diner for lunch. Love garlic? The Outer Clove fits the bill. For a great dining experience, spend an evening at All Seasons Cafe, tucked into Herridge Lane. It’s a little hard to find, but well worth it. Another wonderful dining spot is Max & Irma’s, across from the Bank of Montreal. If Mexican food is what you crave for lunch or late night munchies, Cantina del Centro is the spot. Or, try the Charcuterie at BiBo, the authentic Thai at Busaba, and of course, there’s always the tempting Chinese cuisine at Amanda’s Restaurant. Want to know more about where to eat? Check out the Dining Guide on pages 73 and 74. BC, Canada
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WaCanId – What a Tour!
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The WaCanId is an annual bicycle tour taking cyclists on paved roads encircling the Selkirk Mountains of Washington, Canada and Idaho – thus the name WaCanId.
Welcome to Nelson’s 33rd annual one quarter Ironman triathlon. On Sunday, August 2, Lakeside Park is the centre of action as the annual Cyswog’n’fun Triathlon kicks off at 8 am sharp. The triathlon attracts over 150 athletes from all over Canada and you can watch them at the park and cheer them on as they make their transitions between the water and the road.
It is a six day event that covers 350 miles/560 kilometres and showcases the International Selkirk Loop’s spectacular scenery. This year the tour takes place September 14 – 19. The weather is usually mild in September with warm days and chilly nights. The traffic is low and the ride will be on secondary highways whenever possible. For more information on how to participate in this event, call 1-208-267-0822 or email wacanidride@gmail.com or visit http://www.wacanid.org
Nelson Fat Tire Festival Get ready for some Fat Tire Fun! The 20th annual Fat Tire Festival in Nelson is sneaking up quickly – it’s happening August 20 through 23. Fat Tire Fest is an annual event for kids from 2 – 72 (or better) to enjoy. The focus of the festival is to encourage all community members to take up biking. Events will include the recreational rider as well as the competitive athlete. On Thursday night join the crowd at the Rosemont All Wheel Bike Park for timed Pump Track Races and the Open Jump Jam. Friday night is BikeFest. BikeFest gets going at 5 pm in preparation for the bike parade down Baker Street at 5:45 pm. There will be a bike Show’n’Shine with prizes for best commuter, oldest bike, most “tricked out” ride, and the cruziest cruiser. Try the Kootenay Krawl – the race where the slowest one wins! Wheelies and awards top off the evening. Saturday is Kootenay Kasino Day, essentially a day planned for those just looking to get out and ride. The events include group rides, a Poker Ride, downhill rides and wraps up with Fat Tire Fest Celebrations and awards. Sunday is racing day! The day is called Morning Mountain Madness; check out the new facilities (there’s a toilet now) and new trails at Morning Mountain. Join in the fun to celebrate all things bicycle on the weekend of August 2023. This event is organized by the Nelson Cycling Club. For more information see www.nelsonfattire.com
The race attracts all kinds, from topranking amateurs to adult and youth participants who are entering for pure enjoyment. The triathlon kicks off with a one kilometre swim in the cold waters of Kootenay Lake, not a feat for the faint of heart. Wet suits are advised. Then it’s time to hit the road for the 44 kilometre bike race on narrow Kootenay roads. The last leg of the long course is a 10 kilometre run. There are short courses for women and men as well. The pre-race meeting and the awards ceremony are events in their own right, with door prizes drawn and easy camaraderie. For further information visit www.trinelson.com
Columbia Basin Culture Tour Welcome to the Columbia Basin Culture Tour (CBCT), August 8 – 9 from 10 am to 5 pm. You may think you know culture here in the basin, but be prepared to discover something new at the annual Columbia Basin Culture Tour! Meet the artists, shop for fine art and crafts, view demonstrations, special exhibitions, interpretive displays or chat with local historians during this two day long cultural celebration. The CBCT is a free, self-guided tour showcasing local arts, culture and heritage. Explore artists’ studios, museums, art galleries and heritage sites. Visit the studios that may not regularly be open to the public, and meet the curators and historians who will be in attendance at the participating venues. See new exhibitions and collections, watch performances and meet the people behind the scenes on this special weekend of celebration. Many locations have planned special events, group exhibitions, music or activities. Tour brochures are available at tourist information centres and participating venues. Visit the website at www.cbculturetour.com to view artist/venue profiles or to register to receive a tour brochure event/map in the mail.
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Vintage Invasion Be there or be square! Nelson gets invaded in early September by vintage cars and their often quirky owners. They’re motoring out for the Queen City Cruise and it’s a great show for everyone. The Queen City Cruise has grown since the first cruise in 2003, with participants coming from Washington, Idaho, southern British Columbia and southern Alberta. Collectors travel from far and wide to come together in Nelson to show off their cars against the backdrop of the heritage city.
you to view all day. Trophy and Poker Walk presentations are at approximately 3:30 pm and at 7 pm the doors open for the rooftop dance at the Nelson Parkade. Advance tickets are recommended for this party – it’s always sold out! For more information on the best car show in Nelson visit www.nelsonroadkings.com
On 6 pm on Friday evening, September 11, grab a piece of sidewalk to stand on and watch as a parade of cars – the ‘Cardi-Gras’ – rumbles and putters its way through Nelson. There will be Road King Casino Night at the Adventure Hotel on Vernon Street immediately after the “cruise”. On Saturday, morning, the Show and Shine starts at 10 am on Baker Street in the downtown heart of Nelson. The cars will be lined up for
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Rocks and Brooms The Nelson Curling Club has been in existence for a very, very long time. It was founded in 1898 and in the early years operated in three different locations. In 1935, with the advent of artificial ice, the club moved into Nelson’s Civic Centre. From there, a six sheet curling facility was built in 1972 and that’s where the curling takes place to this day. Those new to the city and those new to the game will find a warm welcome from the club and its members. In the years which have passed since 1898, curling and the Nelson club have continued to play a major part in local sporting life. With six sheets of quality ice, a lounge/meeting area, bar and kitchen facilities, the Nelson Curling Centre also makes an ideal location for private functions such as conferences, corporate wellness days and team building events, private parties including birthdays, and staff Christmas parties. And NCC is very proud to announce that the centre is wheelchair accessible. The curling season begins mid-October and runs through mid-March. With its mix of good competition and easy camaraderie, curling has evolved to become one of the most afford- able community sports for athletes of all ages, skill levels and physical abilities. Recent scientific studies confirm that vigorous bouts of sweeping as part of moving the rock along the ice provide a great aerobic workout. Additionally, over the course of bonspiels (multiday curling tournaments), muscle fatigue can accumulate such that the overall results are similar to those of weight training. The sport of curling has recently been endorsed by Weight Watchers Canada as an activity of choice. Curious? Want to know more? Contact the club at 250-3527628 or email NelsonCurling@shaw.ca Ready, aim, sweep!
It’s All About The Red Fish Late August is time to welcome back the bright red spawning kokanee salmon to Kokanee Creek. The Kokanee Creek Visitors Centre will again host the third annual Redfish Festival, Sunday, August 23 from 11 am to 6 pm at Kokanee Creek Park to celebrate their return. This is where you’ll learn all about the kokanee and their valuable place in the web of life on Kootenay Lake. “It’s a day to educate and celebrate with live music, salmon walks, good food and kids activities,” says Kokanee Park Visitors Centre director Mel Reasoner. “We will have trained naturalists on site for walks along the channel as
well as local fisheries and parks people to answer questions. This is a great event for the whole family, rain or shine.” Spawning channel tours with the naturalists begin at noon and run until 6 pm. “The kokanee are key to the survival of many species on Kootenay Lake. We’re excited once again to celebrate their annual return and learn more about them,” Reasoner says. “Birds, mammals, insects, even humans, all partake of the thousands of Kokanee coming up the channel.” The centre and festival are operated by the West Kootenay EcoSociety. Financial help from by BC Parks, the Regional District of Central Kootenay and Columbia Basin Trust enables the event to be free to the public. Parking is located at the group site on the south side of Kokanee Creek. For more information go to the EcoSociety website at www.ecosociety.ca or call the Centre at 250-825-4723.
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Lockhart Beach Provincial Park:
Located 40 km north of Creston on Hwy 3A or about 12 km from the ferry landing. This small beautifully forested recreation area has a sand/gravel beach, picnic/day use area and car-top boat launch. There are 18 campsites available on a first-come first-serve basis. Camping in the West Kootenay surpasses the ordinary and frees the spirit! The vast mountain ranges, miles of beaches, sparkling lakes, flowing rivers and lush, green forests offer the ultimate experience. The region has incredible opportunities for outdoor recreation activities, including golfing, hiking, boating and mountain biking. Not to mention that the camera will be smoking because of all the glorious scenery and wildlife!
Lost Ledge Provincial Park: Very popular but only has 14 campsites. But what beautiful sites they are! There is a paved road in the circular campground, with a choice of open lakefront sites or shaded forested sites. It has a single wide concrete boat launch at the north end of the park designed to accommodate full size boats. 25 km north of Kaslo on Hwy 31. No cell service. Davis Creek Provincial Campground: Drive 5 km north of Lost Ledge
and you will see Davis Creek campground. More rustic than Lost Ledge, Davis Creek has 30 campsites of which 10 can be reserved. The park offers both lake view sites with beach access or shaded sites in a fir, birch forest. Windsurfing, boating, fishing and for the very brave, some swimming does take place. The water temperature ranges from cold to refreshing, depending on your temperament.
Top photo Syringa Provincial Park Photo Eileen Barber. Kids at the playground at Kokanee Creek Park Photo David Fournier. Hiking to the Cabin in Kokanee Glacier Provincial Park Photo Gary Schneider. Bottom next page Lost Ledge Photo Donna Nett.
Immerse yourself in nature and spend days enjoying the carefree camping lifestyle while sleeping under the stars. Whether travelling in a RV, pitching a tent or anything in between, camping creates life-long memories.
Campgrounds here are as varied as their spectacular locations. Pitch your tent in a privately owned or municipal campground ~ they generally have all the conveniences we are used to. Looking for a little wilder? Try a BC Forestry Recreation Campsites located on Crown land, or choose one of many provincial or regional parks on the rivers, beaches and forestlands in the Kootenays.
McDonald Creek Provincial Park: South of Nakusp
youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll find a park in a truly unique setting. McDonald Creek is one of four provincial parks on the Arrow Lake reservoir. There are 73 campsites, 51 of them reservable. It features several kilometres of sandy beach with swimming, boating, jet skiing, water skiing, fishing and hiking opportunities. A great holiday destination!
Kokanee Creek Provincial Park: 19 km northeast of Nelson on the west arm of Kootenay Lake. 1500 metres of incredible sandy beach, great opportunities for wildlife and bird watching, hiking and canoeing and summer programming at the Interpretive Centre. Reservations are a good idea to avoid disappointment at this extremely popular campground.
Arrow Lakes Provincial Park (Shelter Bay): A small campground north of Nakusp and across the free ferry to Hwy 23, it has 17 vehicle accessible campsites, a picturesque swimming beach, a boat launch, and many trails for exploring. This campground does not accept reservations.
Champion Lakes Provincial Park: has 95 campsites. The
Summit Lake Provincial Park: Located on Hwy 6, 18 km
Syringa Provincial Park: Close to Castlegar, the park fea-
Rosebery Provincial Park: For secluded camping, try this forested area tucked along the banks of Wilson Creek, 5 km north of New Denver. There are 33 sites, and 6 pull-through for larger RVs. Rosebery is an excellent staging area for backcountry exploration. A fairly unique feature of this campground is the
focal point is a chain of three small lakes that provide excellent fishing, two great beaches, many hiking trails and an adventure playground. There are two launching sites for canoes, kayaks and cartop boats. Power boats are prohibited. The park is located between Fruitvale and Trail off highway 3B. Reservations accepted.
tures 86 campsites, two picnic areas, an adventure playground, boat launch, warm swimming beaches and walking trails. There is abundant wildlife in the park, including bears, so be aware. 55 campsites can be reserved; the rest are first-come first-serve.
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southeast of Nakusp, this gem offers 35 campsites. The campground is circular, with a gravel, one-way road. It has small, shady sites, a day use/picnic area, a car-top boat launch for registered campers and a shale/pebble type beach. Warm water attracts swimmers, but there is no roped off swimming area. Reservations are accepted.
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camping feature/east shore long-stay program. A minimum of four consecutive weeks must be booked in order to take advantage of this service.
Nancy Greene Provincial Park: The park is at the junc-
tion of Hwy 3 and 3B, 26 km west of Castlegar on Hwy 3 or 29 km north of Rossland on 3B. It is a roadside park by a sub-alpine lake, offering 10 parking lot-like sites for the weary traveller. A sandy 100 metre beach provides swimming opportunities and an easy, wide, hard packed 5 km loop trail gently meanders along the shoreline Nancy Greene lake. Reservations not accepted.
Kokanee Glacier Provincial Park: This provincial park is wild and remote. You have to hike in to the various camping areas. There are cabins that are maintained and can be reserved through the Alpine Club of Canada, and there is a fee for camping and cabin use in the park. June 1 through October 31 is the summer operating season. For more detailed information on cool camping, visit www.env. gov.bc.ca/bcparks. Hit the reservations button on the right to reserve.
East Shore The east shore of Kootenay Lake runs on what locals call “Kootenay time”. If you stash your watches and devices in the glove box as you cruise along, you’ll soon get it! Almost 100 years ago, there were six distinct settlements along the east shore. When Highway 3A was completed by the 1950s, these social centres began to blend together. Today the 80 km (50 mile) community is linked through ties of history, friendship and commerce. Kootenay Bay is the eastern ferry terminus of the Kootenay Lake Ferry. This tiny community provides casual restaurants, fine dining and accommodations. Take the Pilot Bay Road to the wilderness Pilot Bay Park. On foot, ascend the trail that brings you to the lighthouse. You will be rewarded for climbing all the stairs in the 120 year old lighthouse with a panoramic view of Kootenay Lake. From Kootenay Bay, as you drive up the hill, watch for the turnoff to Riondel. A short jaunt along this road from the junction of Hwy 3A will bring you to the charming Village of Riondel. You would never guess that the peaceful village has
The West Kootenay has many fabulous privately owned campgrounds as well. Around Kootenay Lake there are many beautifully kept and serviced resorts to escape to... On the East Shore, Bayshore Resort and Kokanee Chalets are two gorgeous water accessible places. See page 51. On the west side of the lake, at Ainsworth, Lakeside Cabins & Campground (page 10) invites you to spend time at the hot springs. A few kilometres north, one of the most spectacular campgrounds is Woodbury Resort (page 12). A community unto itself, you will find everything you need. Kaslo has a municipal campground practically on the beach and just a block from downtown. Book your spot through the Village office (page 13). Heading further north, towards the north end of Kootenay Lake, Schroeder Creek Resort, (page 19) is right on the lake. Pop over to New Denver... and turn north towards Nakusp and you will find great camping in Rosebery at the Wilson Creek Resort (page 21). If you get all the way to Nakusp, their Hot Springs (page 25) boasts a lovely camping area! Head south from New Denver, and you come to the beautifully forested Karibu Park Cottages and Campground (page 28) on the Slocan River in Winlaw. Further south still you’ll arrive in Castlegar and if you want to golf and camp, stay at the Castlegar Golf Club & RV Park. You will get special green fee rates when staying there.
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Skip over to Nelson and spend some time at the Nelson City Campground (page 41.) Within walking distance to the beach and beautifully shaded. If you ask people what they remember about camping when they were little, what is more striking than the variety of experiences, is the vividness of the memories. Share the camping adventure with your family and create lasting memories of your own!
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Kootenay Lake’s Oldest & Largest General Store
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Enjoy our annual art tour from Wynndel to Riondel with over 35 artists, artisans and venues connecting artists, businesses and tourists along Highway 3A and beautiful Kootenay Lake.
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east shore evolved from a scene of mining, murder and claim jumping. Riondel has a great campground on the lake and a beautiful 9 hole golf course. Driving into the village of Crawford Bay, you will notice signs that proclaim “Artistic by Nature”. And so it is ... this community is home to many talented artisans. Plan to spend some time checking out all the interesting shops. Gray Creek is the next stop on your East Shore meander. It is home of the famous lost gold boulder, and the oldest and largest general store on the lake. Pick up some groceries, a beverage or two and the Gray Creek Historical Society booklet with information on self-guided tours. Boswell had its share of mining camps, but really owes its existence to its fruit orchards, which up until the 1930s shipped apples and cherries around the world. Kuskanook is a Kootenay Native word for “end of the lake” where the American Great Northern Railway met steamships on the lake in the late 1800s. It once had the reputation of being the toughest town in Western Canada. Now it’s best known for its easy access boat launch. Still on Hwy 3A, the next stop is Sirdar. Here an Italian gold seeker decided to settle, terracing the hillside and establishing a fruit orchard. Sirdar has a general store and a new vineyard (less than 10 years old.) Stop and sample the Wynnwood Cellar wines at the tasting room.
Artisans of Crawford Bay Walking into North Woven Broom, your senses overtake you with the smell of sweet raw broomcorn from the thousands of brooms hanging overhead. You’ll watch as brooms are tied to a variety of handles using antique equipment and ancient skills. These beautiful brooms are practical as well as works of art! Barefoot Handweaving uses traditional looms to make richly coloured shawls, scarves, sweaters, vests and hats. You’ll delight in traditional quality with innovative patterns and colours. Stop by and feel free to ask questions about the whole process. Kootenay Forge, Moonrakings Clay Art, and FireWorks Copper & Glass are located in the big blue building. These businesses need lots of heat to produce their wares! At
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Kootenay Forge, you can watch the blacksmiths fashion red-hot iron into their well-known line of home furnishings and accessories. Next door, Moonrakings creates functional and fanciful works from clay. Upstairs is the FireWorks Copper & Glass studio, where glass is melted onto copper in a glowing kiln to produce delightfully different jewellery, dragonflies, birds, and flowers. Across the street you will find Dog Patch Pottery, and just down the road is Merv Robertson, wood carver. Watch for the words “Art Gallery” carved from big wooden blocks, and you will know you are in the right place. Carvings range from exquisitely flowing works, to chunky bears and whimsical faces. You can watch Merv at work in the summer in his outdoor carving area. Don’t stop yet – there’s still La Gala Jewelry, and Celts & Vikings. If you start to feel a bit peckish after watching and wandering, a delicious lunch can be found nearby at the pub or cafe. The artisan shops are open every day from mid-April to October. Some are open during the winter months – visit www.artisansofcrawfordbay.com for details. . You are sure to find that unique and incredible work of art that you simply must have!
Crawford Bay Sailing Regatta The Annual Gray Creek Sailing Regatta will be held on the Labour Day weekend, September 5-7 at the Lakeview Store & Marina. Registration is the night before, with the boats rafting there overnight. Races start around 9:30 am and continue throughout the two days. All sailboats, from small dingies to large cruisers can participate and newcomers are always welcome.
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This scenic 85 kilometre back road to the East Kootenay turns off Highway 3A at either Oliver Road or Anderson Road. Both roads meet at a bridge; from here all traffic must continue up a series of switchbacks on Anderson Road. The actual Gray Creek forest service road begins on a sweeping right-hand corner at 1.3 km. Please take time to read the warning signs before proceeding. There are steep grades, many corners and no emergency services. Travel slowly – this is not a short-cut to the hardtop!
At the geographical centre of the Kootenays, the Creston Valley is becoming increasingly popular as a tourist destination. Creston has a thriving business sector, a growing vineyard and orchard industry, and an expanding agritourism industry, all of which are prospering in this fertile and picturesque valley.
The Gray Creek Forest service road offers opportunities for alpine hiking, wildlife viewing, creek fishing, picnicking and photo ops at many spots along the way. Oliver Lake is just before the pass. The forest service has provided picnic tables at that spot, and there is a trail if you’d like to ramble all around the lake. This byway is a summer road only, usually open from July to October. Stop at the Gray Creek Store for information on the road conditions.
Gray Creek Store Gray Creek General Store is a business that has been a Lymbery family operation since 1913. The Gray Creek store is located at the original landing site of the ships that carried goods and passengers across Kootenay Lake. Located on Chainsaw Avenue, the store was the post office, the dry goods store and the East Shore community information centre. No longer the post office, the store still prides itself in serving the needs of the residents. The store has three floors of merchandise. Here you will find “everything you can think of and even what you can’t.” When you are shopping there, pick up the Gray Creek Historical Society booklet, which has more information on Gray Creek.
East Shore Summer School The East Shore of Kootenay Lake will be alive with educational opportunities to stimulate the senses this summer with three amazing weeks of classes for the whole family. In partnership with Selkirk College, the East Shore Summer School will be running four camps out of the beautiful Crawford Bay School starting July 21 where participants can learn, play, paint and share with a variety of great teachers and artists.
The Creston Valley has been inhabited for at least 11,000 years by the Ktunaxa people, known for their unique language, the design of their distinctive sturgeon-nosed canoe and their progressive political structures. Exploration by non-native people began in 1808, when David Thompson passed through the region, followed by fur traders, prospectors, and government surveyors in the 1860s. Immigrant settlement began in the early 1880s; the building of the railroads in the late 1890s played a large part in the economy, as all goods in those days were transported by rail and ship. With the coming of the railroad, Creston became a boom town with 26 hotels and eateries to serve the settlers, prospectors and rail workers. The mining boom fizzled in the Creston Valley because the mineral deposits that were found were not large enough to be viable. Forestry and agriculture became the primary industries in the new community of Creston. The diking of the Kootenay and Goat rivers in 1935 enabled agriculture to become the principal industry by mid century as the rich, reclaimed valley soil nourished grain and pasture fields and orchards. Known today as the “Valley of Swans”, Creston boasts a population of approximately 5300. During summer, the orchards produce a bounty of delicious, succulent fruit. Fresh plums, ripe apples, tasty cherries; Creston is a place to satisfy your taste buds in a healthy manner. Add friendly smalltown living, a well-serviced downtown core, great quality of life and you’ve got the formula for someplace special. The valley is also home to the Creston Valley Wildlife Management Area. Within the 17,000 acres of lush wetland habitat, 286 species of birds and 57 mammal species can be found. The World RAMSAR site offers 32 kms of walking trails, birding towers and great opportunities to commune with nature at its finest.
Included in the choices are creative Stroll the streets of writing with Luanne Armstrong, Creston and enjoy the spontaneous art with Zora Doval, larger than life murals on historical writing with Sean Arthur roadsendnaturalist.com many buildings. Initiated Joyce, popular theatre with Lucas Myby local artist Stefan Bell in the late 1980s, the idea was ers and Krista Lynch, wildlife and nature photography to express facets of life and history in the Creston Valley with Jim Lawrence, music and sound with Greg Lostracco, with murals painted on local businesses. These murals are and visionary painting with Danielle Tonossi. decorative scenes, depicting the history, natural beauty Bringing a family feel to the week will be the chance for parents to sign their children up for the Kids SMART Camp (Science Movement and Art) which runs simultaneously. Kids between the ages of six and 12 will have the chance to take part in a variety of activities with art educator Rielle Oswald. Find out more information on all the camps at eastshoresummerschool.ca and learn more about the Medley Arts Camp at medleyartscamp.ca. BC, Canada
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and everyday life in the valley. A walking tour map outlining the location of each mural is available from the Visitor Centre. Many talented people call Creston home. Artists and artisans display their work in galleries and gift shops throughout town. Stay a while and explore this unique community by browsing through the stores, sampling the delicious produce at roadside fruit stands and conversing with the locals, who know just where the valley’s best-kept secrets lie. GO & DO Summer • Fall 2015
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Agritourism is a relatively new term that is being used in reference to farm tours, winery tourism, agricultural tourism and agriculture entertainment. The lush and fertile Creston Valley is perfect for agritourism. Many farmers in the valley are actively pursuing this new aspect of their family business to increase their farm’s profits and to promote public awareness of the complexity and importance of agriculture.
The small village of Salmo is another of the booming mining towns whose prosperity and growth were reversed by a decline in gold and mineral values in the 1900s.
You can find markets, farm tours, greenhouses, u-pick operations, country market galleries, gift shops and entertainment destinations, all within a short radius of the town of Creston. Learn more about how food is grown or enjoy a glass of wine from a local winery. Shop for locally made preserves and candy, local artwork, soaps and honey … perfect gifts to bring home for yourself or for friends and family. You will find many items that you will not be able to find anywhere else. The Visitor Information Centre, right next to Creston’s landmark grain elevators, has brochures and maps of the participating farms and wineries in the valley.
Creston Valley Wildlife Management Area Where can you find wildlife viewing, nature programs, hiking, mountain biking, canoeing, kayaking, photography, fishing, great scenery or just a good picnic spot, all in one spot? The Creston Valley Wildlife Management Area (CVWMA). It’s a destination you don’t want to miss. The Wildlife Interpretive Centre, located 11 km west of Creston on Hwy 3, is open May to October and it is a great place to start your adventure. Nature Interpretive Guides are on hand May to August offering a variety of tours and programs. Join them for a popular one-hour guided canoe or walking tour of this lush and active wetland. Easy, 24/7 access to over 32 kilometres of dyke trails allows you a chance to view an amazing diversity of wildlife. Climb the two viewing towers, located along the trails for breathtaking views of the valley. At the centre, check out the programs and events, educational displays, hands-on science lab and live osprey web cam. Duck Lake is a must see for wildlife watching, fishing, biking and walking along the flat top dykes. An estimated 35,000 visitors pass through the Creston Valley Wildlife Management Area each year, attracted by its easy accessibility, and by the 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 the area 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. Call 250-402-6908 to book excursions or to ask about wildlife viewing or visit www.crestonwildlife.ca. BC, Ca BC Canad Canada nada nad a
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Originally named Salmon Siding on the Nelson/Fort Shepherd Railway, it was just a whistle stop before growing into a town. As local mines began to play out, miners turned to the forest for a living. With the growth of the neighbouring communities of Nelson and Trail, the demand for lumber increased. The Salmo River valley was famous for the large cedars that grew there. Unfortunately, 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 is a quaint and interesting little town. Calling itself the “Hub of the Kootenays” because it lies at the junction of two main highways, the quiet friendly village is ready to greet all visitors. There are campgrounds, and fishing and swimming holes to be discovered along the picturesque Salmo River that flows through town. The ruins of abandoned mine structures pepper the hillsides, the museum will inform you and there is also a golf course that will challenge you. Come and explore Salmo; you will be glad you did.
Six of the buildings in downtown Salmo have flagstone murals crafted by students from the local Kootenay Stone Training Institute. They have chosen to depict the economic history and natural diversity that makes Salmo unique. Visit the website http://salmo.ca/discover-salmo/stone-murals for more details.
Salmo Museum The Village of Salmo offers many attractions, and in order to enhance your stay, the first place on your list to visit should be this informative museum. You will really get a feel for the village and how it became what it is today. There are exhibits of mining artifacts, photographs and maps of the Dewdney Trail, as well as other unique displays. The Salmo Arts and Museum Society was established in 1970 and administers the Salmo Museum. The museum acquires archival material relating to Salmo and area, including Ymir, Sheep Creek, Pend O’Reille, and Erie. The holdings include maps, reference books, business records, miscellaneous documents and photographs related to the mining history of Ymir, Sheep Creek, Pend O’Reille, Erie and miscellaneous mines, community newspapers (1898-1904, 1936-1941, 1960s to present), manuscripts, scrapbooks, photographs, minute books and ephemera relating to businesses, people and community activities in Salmo and satellite communities. Museum hours from July and August are 10 am to 4 pm Monday to Friday. Call 250-357-2200 for hours or to make an appointment. Admission is by donation. GO & DO Summer • Fall 2015
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Shambhala Music Festival The best kept secret in the Kootenays is out! The whole world knows! In 2011 in London, England, Shambhala was named Best Large Festival at the 10th Annual Breakspoll International Breakbeat Awards. Meanwhile, deep in the Kootenay mountain range, the Salmo River Ranch begins its annual transformation. The 500 acre off grid farm morphs into a city of over 10,000, where nature and technology coexist harmoniously. A community rises, sharing a common goal: celebrating a collective love and respect for music, art and humanity.
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For five days the Salmo River Ranch will once again be reborn as a multi-media musical empire. There are six uniquely themed stages that bring the best in up and coming electronic music talent to the festival. DJs from around the world, and cutting edge technology in sound and visual effects will provide an amazing time for thousands of people – celebrating the diversity of the music and of each other, and the ancient and very contemporary fact of the dance in the rhythm. The mantra this year is: Shambhala, It’s All About The People On The Dance Floor.
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Shambhala happens from August 7 to August 10. The festival takes place at the family owned Salmo River Ranch, 7 kilometres from Salmo, 45 minutes from Nelson. Camping is available on site. For ticket information, artist information, general information and this year’s schedule, visit www.shambhalamusicfestival.com
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Erie Lake The locals have a deep love for this very special place. It is a small calm lake, and on a summer evening, a wonderful spot to catch sight of local waterfowl, and best of all, the painted turtles that call this place home. Rich in wildlife and plant life, an ecosystem that feels complete within itself, Erie Lake is a perfect spot to fish for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass or trout. Ask the locals about their fishing holes. Being the friendly people that they are, they will probably let you know how the fishing is. Erie Lake is located just 6 km west of Salmo.
Ymir The Village of Ymir lies in the mountains between Salmo and Nelson. It is situated alongside the Salmo River, and is only a short 30 second jaunt off Highway 6. In 1900, Ymir was a bustling mining town, and you can still see some of the old mine workings on the hillsides. The village and surrounding rural area is now home to approximately 350 people. Although a fire swept through the village during the mining times, two of the original hotels as well as a church survived and are still standing. Both have been recently renovated to reflect their former glory. Today, Ymir is a laid back town and is extremely family friendly. The area contains numerous world class opportunities for outdoor activities. Paragliders enjoy the air currents in the valley, kayakers run the river rapids, and canoeists paddle the Salmo River through town. There is ample fishing, and many mountain biking, hiking and horseback riding trails.
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Take a break from touring and make a stop in the Village of Fruitvale. There are some quaint little stores that are well worth a look and the gentle slopes of the downtown and surrounding neighbourhoods encourage strolling. In Fruitvale, the village’s motto is “Heart of the Beaver Valley. Where Community Spirit is Our Lifestyle.”
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Located in the Beaver Valley a short distance from both Trail and Salmo, Fruitvale is known for its lovely natural surroundings. The air and water are fresh and clean, the scenery bucolic and the people friendly. Fruitvale was originally named Beaver Siding when it was a railway stop for the Great Northern Railroad. In 1906, Fruitvale Limited purchased a great deal of land on both sides of this stop and changed the name to Fruitvale. This name played an important part in the company’s propaganda scheme which depicted Fruitvale as the best fruit growing area in the West Kootenay. Today, Fruitvale is mainly a residential area for the employees working in the industries located in and around the area. Recreation plays an important role in the Fruitvale lifestyle. Some of British Columbia’s nicest parks are close by, and hiking, swimming, mountain biking, canoeing, fishing and camping are popular with both residents and visitors. Whether you are just exploring the area as part of your holiday, or are an outdoor enthusiast ready to take on the challenges of the hilly backcountry, make sure to stop in Fruitvale.
Haines Park In the relaxed small town setting of Fruitvale in the rural Beaver Valley, Haines Park is a four season multi-sport venue. Anchored by the Beaver Valley Arena, the park also plays host to local slow and fast pitch leagues, little league and regularly hosts league championships and regional tournaments in the tournament-ready three field setup. All three fields are fully fenced with covered dugouts and the main field has a large right field manual scoreboard. Two large covered picnic areas anchor the ball park and provide food service space and shaded views of the fields. The bleachers can accommodate several hundred spectators. The wildflowers in summer are spectacular... you will often see daisies, blue chicory and orange hawkweed together alongside the mountain roads...
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Beaver Valley is a gently rolling, narrow valley east of Trail. Lined with evergreens and criss-crossed by Beaver Creek, about 5,000 people make their home in the Beaver Valley. The valley includes the villages of Beaver Falls, Montrose and Fruitvale.
If you are enjoying the countryside around Fruitvale, please keep in mind that you are sharing the backcountry with a resident bear population. Try to avoid the rivers and streams during heavy salmon spawning times which occur in the late summer and fall, just when bears need to fatten up and are obsessed with feeding. Wolves or cougars will occasionally be spotted in the valley so please play it safe, stay alert and talk and sing so wild animals know you are around.
If you are looking for an ideal place to hold a family reunion or just a picnic, Beaver Valley Family Park is just the place. Located 3 km east of Fruitvale, the park is perfect for your needs. It has areas for tents and RVs, day use facilities and a special area for group camping.
Park Siding Log School House Walk inside this tiny 16Í´ x18Í´ log schoolhouse and take a look at the fourth R â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Restoration. The desks are topped with old-time books and ink wells and you can almost hear the music from the 1885 piano. On the teacherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s desk sits a kerosene lamp, and a wool Union Jack flag occupies the corner behind her chair. The log school is 8 km east of Fruitvale on Highway 3B. It was built in 1912 by John Potter Bell on the corner of his property. The Beaver Valley & Pendâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Oreille Historical Society restored the school in 1989 with financial assistance from the Government of BC through BC Heritage Trust and BC Lotteries. Believed to be the oldest remaining log school house in the interior of BC, it is now a fully furnished school museum.
Champion Lakes Golf This 9 hole golf course is in a beautiful setting surrounded by mountains with an abundance of trees, a winding creek, rolling hills, 3 ponds and 41 strategically placed bunkers that will test your accuracy. There is an excellent licensed restaurant and they also offer on-site overnight parking for self contained RVs. Green fees are $25 for 9 holes and $40 for 18. The course is located on Highway 3, 8 kms east of Fruitvale on the Champion Lakes Park Road. To book a tee time, call 250-367-7001 go to www. golfchampionlakes.com
More information about Fruitvale can be found on the web www.village.fruitvale.bc.ca
Fruitvale Memorial Centre First opened on June 25, 1954, the centre was dedicated as a memorial to war veterans. It began as a project of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 196. Now, Fruitvale Memorial Centre, situated on the north end of Main Street, is one of the social hubs of the town. Now refurbished, there is seating for a large crowd upstairs, and a more intimate gathering place downstairs. It has a bar, modern kitchens, sound system and projector with a big screen. For more information call 250-367-7551.
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Curious about metals & mining? Our story is innovative, informative and historic. ALL SEASONS: Teck Interpretive Centre 200, 1199 Bay Ave., Trail 250 368-3144
JUNE TO AUGUST: Trail Museum 1051 Victoria St., Trail 250 364-0829
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Trail The City of Trail, set along the banks of the Columbia River, is home to one of the largest lead zinc smelters in the world. Trail has a long and diverse mining history, which began with the Rossland gold rush and continued with the construction of a smelter in 1896 to process the ore coming from the mines nearby. This smelter evolved to what is now known as Teck, a successful worldwide company.
Over the years, Trail has become home to a large number of European immigrants who have contributed to the city’s distinctive character. Trail is very proud of its diverse heritage – the terraced homes and intensive gardens tucked into the winding streets are a delight to see. It now has a population of around 7,500 and is a special place with affordable real estate, an abundance of outdoor activities, as well as an active arts and culture community and a variety of service clubs and organizations. Citizens of Trail have always been active in sports and have brought many British Columbia, Canadian and even World titles back to this region. Hockey, skiing, curling, track and field and baseball have provided the greatest number of successes. Recreational facilities for both indoor and outdoor sports are extensive! The Home of Champions monument downtown recognizes the importance Trail places on excellence in sport and the Sports Hall of Fame located in the Trail Memorial Centre is a monument to this tradition as well. Also located in the Memorial Centre is the Trail Museum, where you’ll find, among other things, a collection of Interior Salish native artifacts. Another interesting stop is at Teck’s new Interpretive Centre, located right downtown. Want to shop? Try downtown Trail, the East Trail shopping district or the Waneta Plaza Mall for a variety of merchandise and services. Trail and area has a fascinating history, strong culture, and beautiful scenery. There is a wealth of activities sure to make your visit a memorable one. For more information find Trail on the web at www.trail.ca BC, Canada
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VISAC Gallery 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. Mostly known for its art exhibitions, VISAC also offers classes in painting, coloured pencil workshops, a fully stocked pottery room, and an active community of artists. The gallery is open Tuesdays through Fridays, 10 am – 4 pm, until 6 pm on Thursdays. Closed in July and August, it re-opens in September. The first exhibition is an exciting showcase entitled Atomic Sculptures by Howard Roo, joined by Rhandi Sandford and Tova Main. Opening reception: September 25. October 16 – November 13: Bill Edmons: Talking to Strangers.
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Teck Interpretive Centre The Trail smelter has had a long history of technological innovation since it opened in 1896 as the British Columbia Smelting & Refining Co to process copper-gold ores from the mines at Rossland. Taken over by the CPR in 1898, the operation by 1906 had become the Consolidated Mining and Smelting Company of Canada (CM&S), later known as Cominco. Cominco merged with the mining firm Teck Corporation to form Teck Cominco Ltd in 2001, and in 2009 the company changed its name to Teck Resources Ltd. The mini-science centre is well worth a visit! The Interpretive Centre features hands-on exhibits, videos and appeals to both adults and children. An interactive computer game called ‘Groundworks’ takes users through the steps involved in mineral exploration. Free guided tours of the giant smelter facilities are given Monday through Friday during July and August, starting 10 am and lasting approximately two hours. Tours begin at the Teck Interpretive Centre. They involve extensive walking and stairs, and are not wheelchair accessible. Minimum age is 12 years. Flat, enclosed walking shoes, slacks, and long sleeved shirts or jackets are required. Tobacco products, cameras and video equipment are not permitted on-site at Trail Operations. Call the Trail Chamber of Commerce at 250-368-3144 to book a tour. Take advantage of this great opportunity to experience the innovative processes at Teck’s Trail Operations.
Get Outside! Take a walk or plan a hike: Walk the waterfront trail of the Columbia River in town and enjoy the sights and sounds of the community. Along the waterfront are picnic sites and benches to rest and observe from, and a popular public beach – perfect on a hot day. For hiking and sightseeing, there are easy going paved trails as well as challenging hiking trails leading up to summit views. Popular elevation hikes in Trail include the Miral Heights and McQuarrie Creek Trails. Play on the water: The Columbia River is a prime rafting river. Sign up for a rafting adventure with a tour operator in the Kootenays and experience the river like never before. Tour operators provide lessons, equipment and guides. If you brought your own boat you can launch it from various points on the Columbia River. Gyro Park in town has a popular boat launch. Paddle a kayak on the Columbia River or plan a day canoe trip on one of the remote wilderness lakes in the backcountry or in one of the nearby provincial wilderness parks.
Cast a line: Go fishing. Bring your gear and fish the Columbia River. Many people claim the Columbia offers the very best fly fishing anywhere in the province. Or you can set your sights on a remote wilderness lake located in the backcountry wilderness or in one of the nearby provincial parks. If you didn’t bring your gear, there are guides in the area that can outfit you. Check with the Visitor Information Centre, on Bay Avenue between Victoria and Farwell Street. Biking: For a relaxing ride, go to Gyro Park. The waterfront paved route provides access to all points in the park, as well as connecting to the Sunningdale subdivision. The well maintained route is an easy grade trail suitable for all ages and abilities. There are sitting benches, lookout points, flower gardens and stairs accessing the banks of the Columbia River located along the walkway. For more rigorous biking, Rossland trails will satisfy. Just a short ways out of Trail, at Warfield, is the Railgrade Trail. It is 7.1 km connector trail popular for year round recreational activities. Trails accessed from the Railgrade Trail include the Rubberhead, Whisky, Stunted Growth, Drakes, Spring Cleaning, Sudden Exposure and Green Door Trails. The Railgrade Trail is also part of the TCT (Trans Canada Trail).
Music In Gyro Park Bring a picnic dinner, lawn chair or blanket and come listen to the sound of music every Thursday evening at 7 pm in Gyro Park. Enjoy the wonderful summer evenings by listening to an amazing variety of talented musicians. Music will ring through the park beginning June until the last Thursday in September. Gyro Park is situated along the Columbia River between the communities of East Trail and Sunningdale. Check the City of Trail’s events calendar on their website www.trail.ca
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From a hardscrabble landscape to bloominâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; beautiful in just over a decade! Trail first entered the provincial component of Communities in Bloom in 2002 and two years later, brought home the trophy for the best city in BC in its category (population under 10,000). The cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s parks are filled with flowers and shrubs, and even the riverbank below the smelter has been completely transformed with greenery. Each year since 2004 Trail has proudly maintained the prestigious five bloom rating on the provincial level of Communities in Bloom. In 2010 the city was the national winner. Trail is the only Canadian community to earn this honour for the second time. The first time was in 2006. This year, 2015, Trail is once again entered the national competition. It turns out they are national finalists!
The Trail Communities in Bloom gang has come up with the most incrEDIBLE idea for downtown Trail business owners! To grow food, not just flowers at their storefront planters this year. Over 50 companies and services have committed to nurture incredible edibles this summer and fall, including tomatoes, herbs, lettuce, beans and whatever else they can imagine. Everyone is very creative in building their planters and displaying their produce. The idea is to have a â&#x20AC;&#x153;Green Routeâ&#x20AC;? map that will guide visitors through the downtown. Visitors and locals are invited to take a walk and pick free-of-charge produce from the planters. As well, local food banks will have the opportunity to add freshness to their menus because any unpicked food will be donated. Grab a map, and check out Trailâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s incrEDIBLE route. Feel free to nibble as you walk. Maps are available at the Communities in Bloom booth at the Market on Esplanade, and the Chamber of Commerce.
Every year, enthusiastic volunteers dedicated to the beautification of Trail partner with the city and Teck to undertake community heritage projects as well as planting fabulous hanging baskets, public flower beds and planters all around town. Projects such as the wonderful murals have been designed and painted, and they portray events that shaped Trail throughout its first 100 years.
Charles Bailey Theatre The Charles Bailey Theatre is a beautiful 721 seat, art-deco style theatre in downtown Trail. It is part of a complex that houses a centre for the arts as well as the Trail campus of Selkirk College. Besides the main theatre space, the Bailey, the centre offers the intimate space of the Muriel Griffithâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s room and comfortable conference rooms.
Throughout the summer, the Bailey is the stage that presents local dance troupes and musicians. There is good reason that Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s really worthwhile to check the theatre schedule, Trail is a five bloom communfor the Arts Council does bring in some must-see ity, and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s due to the amazing acts and world class musicians. The fall is when the level of volunteerism in the theatre is busiest. In September catch renowned town. It takes a great number guitarist Jesse Cook. In October audiences are in of volunteers to help keep all for a treat with the World Music series kicked off Trail riverwalk Photo: Mark Hamilton those garden beds and plantby Alpha Yaya Diallo and his project, the West ers looking their best. Since 2001 Trail Communities in African Summit. Bloom has also sponsored an annual garden contest as The Bailey is located at 1501 Cedar Avenue, 250-368well as a popular garden tour in late July. For more in9669. Ticketing and event calendar at www.trail-arts.com formation on the tour, contact trailinbloom@hotmail.com
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Rossland Built in the crater of an extinct volcano in the Monashee mountain range, Rossland is a mountain culture city. In 1890, the Le Roi mine was the claim that started it all, and between the years of 1901 and 1916, 50% of the entire gold production of British Columbia came from the mines on Rossland’s Red Mountain. When Rossland was a gold rush town in the late 1800s and early 1900s, it was one of the largest cities in western Canada. By 1897, the town had 42 saloons, 4 banks and 17 law firms. A smelter was built in the valley below, giving birth to the City of Trail. The mines and smelter were amalgamated in 1906 to form the company now known as Teck Resources Ltd. Today Rossland has experienced a second boom. This time the gold is not in Red Mountain, but on it. In the sum-
mer, Rossland has the title of Mountain Bike Capital of Canada. The wagon road, rail grades, and pack trails left over from Rossland’s mining heyday have resulted in a legacy of hundreds of kilometres of trails surrounding the town. Rossland’s flagship trail, the internationally respected Seven Summits, is not for gutter bunnies or newbies. The area’s extensive trail network attracts both enthusiasts and hardcore bikers. If biking is not your passion, there are plenty of laid back events, as well as golfing, dining, hiking and fishing. With a population of 3646, no traffic lights or sprawling malls, the City of Rossland is really an (almost) grown-up village. During summer and fall, there are mountain biking festivals and events that are a large part of the culture; plan to take part and find out what living in a mountain town is all about!
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Rossland Golden City Days This year on September 11 - 13 plan to attend Rossland’s annual family festival, celebrating the city’s rich gold-mining history! Fun for everyone! The weekend’s events include a variety show, pancake breakfast, parade, turn-of-thecentury clothing, children’s games, outhouse races, sports events, Red Feather Saloon, and outdoor stage entertainment. Local merchants will have many surprises in store!
Rossland Fall Fair Larch Ridge. Photo: Karma Halleran
Pump It Up On Wheels It seems that the mountain town of Rossland has just been waiting for the right bikes and riders to be born. With so many native advantages – old whiskey-running routes, miner’s trails and the winding roadbeds from long disused narrow gauge railways – the mountain biking scene was all set to explode. And it just did, and how! Over twenty trails are graded with either a green (easy), blue (intermediate) or black (advanced) rating, so choosing the right trail for your skills and attitude is easy. The most famous of all of Rossland’s mountain biking trails is the Seven Summits. Recognized by the International Mountain Biking Association as an official ‘Epic’ and awarded ‘Trail of the Year’ by Bike magazine (2007), it is the crown jewel of the Rossland trail network. Not suitable for beginners, the Seven Summits Trail is an all-natural terrain trail with no stunts or constructions. It doesn’t need them – it’s carved on the backsides and ridges of the mountains themselves, including sweeping alpine meadows, and their rocky scree underbellies. Lung-busting climbs alternate with exciting descents; the last part, the Dewdney Trail, is a joyful swoop. The fastest cross country riders can do the Seven Summits in less than three hours; competent weekend riders will want to walk some sections and should count on taking a full day. The Seven Summits, like many of the trails around Rossland, is in the remote backcountry, with only intermittent cell phone coverage from start to finish and little in the way of fresh water. Travel with a friend – then when you get back home and you find you can’t stop talking about your experience – there will be someone who feels the same way! For more information visit mountainbikingbc.ca or www.tourismrossland.com.
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The Fall Fair also features a wide variety of vendors, information booths, a petting zoo, fish pond, and live music and entertainment throughout the day, For a unique family outing head to Rossland for this old-fashioned community celebration and experience all that the Golden City has to offer.”
Cultural Activities A variety of tradespersons, athletes and artisans make Rossland their home. The stunning scenery serves as creative inspiration for the large community of artists whose work can be viewed in the art galleries and studios that dot the town’s centre. Festivals that could only be produced out of Rossland punctuate the seasons. History buffs can take a self-guided walking tour of Rossland’s heritage buildings, or relive the days when Rossland was in the grip of ‘gold fever’ by taking in the Gold Fever Follies. The Rossland Historical Museum has great displays showing Rossland’s mining past. Take a step back in time and try to imagine yourself, dressed in heavy leather and woolen clothing, taking part in the creation of a community challenged by extreme terrain, hot summers and punishing winter snowfalls. What’s the big secret behind mountain culture? The more energy you put into what you do, whether at the crazy-inspired festival events or just getting yourself up and down the streets to find a coffee – the more energized you will feel. And it’s a very contagious thing.
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The Rossland Fall Fair takes place at the Rossland Arena on Saturday September 12 from 11 am to 5 pm. The Fall Fair agricultural and craft exhibition encourages participants to enter their garden produce and home-made craft and hobby items in the many different categories available. All entries are judged and ribbons and prize money are awarded.
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Gold Fever Follies Every year for the past 29 summers, Rossland’s unique theatre group has been entertaining visitors and locals alike with their live musical theatre performances. In 1987, a small group of theatre enthusiasts started a musical revue based on Rossland’s exciting gold rush days of the late 1890s. The show was embellished with local lore, old time tunes and real Cancan dancers from the Boomtown Garter Girls. Almost three decades later, the Rossland Gold Fever Follies are still going strong with original stories from Rossland’s rich gold mining history. While artistic licence is often in play, many of the characters are based on real people from Rossland’s past. This live musical theatre show, held in the restored 1898 Miners’ Hall only runs for two months. Even so, it takes all year to plan and organize. This year’s play is sure to entertain adults and children alike. Performances take place from June 30 to August 22. Showings are at 3 pm and 7:30 pm, Tuesday through Saturday.
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Wildlife Encounters One of the great pleasures of touring the Kootenays is finding yourself in a place where wilderness dominates the landscape. Catching sight of wildlife as you drive along the windy roads can be memorable – but there are some things you can do to ensure that the deer, elk, bears or smaller animals continue to move through their habitat peacefully. Always reduce your speed in areas where the wildlife caution signs are posted. These signs are placed in areas where there has been a high incidence of sightings and, unfortunately, collisions. Slowing down is especially important at dawn and at dusk or during the night (make sure that your headlights are clean and aligned), or while travelling on a road that follows a water source. Just reducing your speed by 20 km will give you an extra 30 metres for braking. Slowing down and braking is almost always a safer approach than swerving. Enlist the help of a passenger to scan the sides of the road ahead of you for any signs of wildlife. If you see wildlife, be prepared to stop. All animals are unpredictable. Even if you’re sure they know you’re coming, a deer or a bear may suddenly decide that now is the time to make a break and cross the road. And if you see one animal, chances are there is another on the treeline, and they’re travelling together – check to be sure. Resist the temptation to speed up on long straight stretches – a surprising number of animals are killed on these few sections of road. If the worst happens, please report any dead or injured animals to the Conservation Officer Service of BC at 1-877-952-7277.
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SEPTEMBER 11-12-13, 2015 Celebrate Rossland's rich gold-mining history at their annual family festival: Events include a variety show, parade, children's games, outhouse races, Red Feather Saloon, outdoor stage entertainment with special event “Stake Your Claim” and much more.
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ROSSLAND FALL FAIR! SATURDAY, SEPT 12 11 am to 5 pm ROSSLAND ARENA - Third Avenue entrance. Agricultural and Craft Exhibition, Info Booths, Craft Vendors, Live Entertainment Petting Zoo, Fish Pond and other special attractions. Visit us www.gokootenays.com
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Right in the heart of the Kootenays at the confluence of the Columbia and Kootenay Rivers, you will find the city of Castlegar. It overflows with natural beauty and abundant community spirit. Castlegar is one of the friendliest cities in the Kootenays and its residents make all visitors welcome.
It’s time once again for a summer long exhibition of sculpture in every style, genre and medium. Now entering its sixth year, Castlegar Sculpturewalk has gained national attention, with Castlegar now recognized as the Sculpture Capital of Canada™. Beginning on May 9, the 2015 program brings over 30 original sculptures from local and international artists to the city.
The urban core population is 7816 as of last count. The surrounding communities of Blueberry Creek, Robson, Brilliant, Genelle, Ootischenia, Pass Creek, Shoreacres, Tarrys and Thrums bring the total population to approximately 17,000 culturally diverse and friendly people. The city’s waterway location has been highly influential to the historic and cultural evolution of the community. The area was initially used as a trading and fishing area for First Nations people, then fur trading attracted European trappers. Then in 1908 the largest internal migration in Canada took place when 5,000 Doukhobors moved from Saskatchewan and became the primary settlers of the future city of Castlegar. The valley is steeped in the heritage and culture of the Doukhobors. Plan to visit the Doukhobor Discovery Centre, a complete village consisting of ten buildings, its own irrigation and water system, and displays that illustrate the history of the early settlers.
This year there are a record number of entries; artists will be bringing pieces from Australia, Cuba and Iran. It is a first for Sculpturewalk, as it has always showcased North American artists only. At the end of each Sculpturewalk season (September 30), votes are tallied for the People’s Choice Award. The winning sculpture will be purchased by the city to be placed on permanent display.
Castlegar is host to nine area dams that provide hydroelectricity for parts of Canada and the United States. Marvel at the power of water held behind the dams or the amazing structural engineering of the many bridges spanning the vast waterways. Several of these dams can be viewed along Highway 3A, and further down Broadwater Road in the Robson area.
There is something for everyone to do in Castlegar … golfing, hiking, biking, fishing, exploring museums, Artwalk. The diverse range of adventure Don’t just drive recreation in the surrounding area provides yearthrough downround activities for experts and beginners alike. Betown; get out of cause Castlegar is situated at the intersection of highyour car and take ways leading to Nelson, Trail, the Slocan Valley and the walk! The Otter Woman by Jerry McKellar Grand Forks, each within an hour’s drive, the city is sculptures are all the ideal destination for your full West Kootenay vaavailable for sale cation experience. Castlegar is also home to the West or lease. Get maps at the Visitor Centre, local businesses, Kootenay regional airport, owned and operated by the city. or ballot boxes throughout the route. There are daily flights to and from Vancouver and Calgary.
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Pass Creek Fall Fair
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For a wonderful fall weekend, plan to take in the 20th annual Pass Creek Fall Fair, happening this year September 25 – 27. Whether you are 8 months or 80 years (or anywhere in between), there is something of interest. The two day event features a family carnival, children’s bounce tent, blacksmith demos, threshing demo, agricultural exhibits, “Farmer for a Day”, small farm animal displays, pony rides, miniature golf and Bubbles the Clown.
Discover a heritage of human and natural history unique within the Columbia River Valley at Zuckerberg Island Heritage Park. The small island is an oasis of tranquility. Your walk will take you back several thousands of years to when the Lakes Salish people arrived to fish the Kootenay and Columbia rivers.
A major feature of the Pass Creek fair is the horse show. Watch English and Western events, dressage, jumper, hunter, flat classes, barrel racing, pole bending and showmanship. The Dirty Diggers feature event entertains youngsters (accompanied by their parents) on small equipment and digging machines. Dirt hills, obstacles, a vintage fire truck too! On Saturday car buffs from all over the area bring their antique or classic cars to the Show and Shine. Check out the muscle cars that you tooled around in as a teenager. On Sunday, bring your dog to the dog agility show. From 11 am to 2 pm there are interactive dog games for you and your pooch. The fun of fall fairs is embedded in many people’s memories. It’s not just all the events and activities that are replayed long after – it’s also the displays of produce, flowers and crafts that are there to be judged and be-ribboned – from handmade quilts to the biggest zucchini. Country fairs are a celebration of rural living. At the Pass Creek Fall Fair you will appreciate the myriad enthusiasms of Kootenay folk and their strong sense of community. For more information visit passcreekfair.com
In this park lies Chapel House, built by Alexander F. Zuckerberg in the style of a Russian church. He came to Castlegar to teach in 1931 at the request of the then leader of the Doukhobors, Peter Verigin II. Zuckerberg died in 1961 and the island started to become overgrown. However, the town council took it over in the early 1980s and the buildings were restored. It eventually became Zuckerberg Island Heritage Park. Today, walkways lead through the sparse woods along the river bank. For the young and young at heart there are over eight hectares of woods and a variety of paths to explore. Traces of Indian pit dwelling and a small reconstruction serve as a reminder that for at least 3500 years the island served as winter quarters for Salish Indians living in the Kootenay region. It is thought that they built a sort of weir or dyke out of large stones from the river in order to catch salmon as they swam upstream. Zuckerberg Island Park is open all year; the Chapel House opens May 1 to September 30. The Castlegar and District Heritage Society is responsible for ongoing island maintenance and operations. Zuckerberg Island has a suggested donation of $2 per person.
Kootenay Festival
“Let’s Celebrate!”
The annual Kootenay Festival in Castlegar is a one day event featuring live music, dance, and performances. This year, on July 25th, come and get a taste of what keeps Kootenay folk going. The festival is a great opportunity to sample the cuisine, culture, and heritage of this dynamic region. In a new location this year, the festival has moved to the gorgeous green space along the banks of the Columbia River at Millennium Park, 100 5th Street, in downtown Castlegar. The amazing musical talent of the Kootenays will stir you and regional dance groups specializing in Highland, Balinese, jazz, modern, and belly dancing will surely move you. The excellence of local art will be on exhibit as well. The vendors and exhibitors are committed to providing a unique experience for festival attendees through demonstration or presentation of their locally produced art, goods or craft.
TAKE A SCENIC WALK! Featuring 32 original sculptures from local & international artists, showcased in downtown Castlegar. Vote for your favourite to win the People’s Choice Award! All sculptures are available for sale or lease.
V Formation by Nathan Smith
Pearl by Fred Dobbs
For more information, visit www.kootenayfestival.com
KOOTENAY GALLERY OF ART & GIFT SHOP Fine Art, Unique Gifts Beautiful Things. Open March - Nov. Tues. - Sat. 10am-5pm December 1st - 24th 7 days/week 10am-5pm
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The Doukhobor Discovery Centre The Doukhobor Discovery Centre introduces you to Doukhobor culture and their unique lifestyle as it evolved in the Kootenay region of British Columbia from 1908 to 1938. The migration of 5,000 Doukhobors from Saskatchewan to BC was declared An Event of National Importance by the Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada. The Doukhobors’ astute leader, Peter V. Verigin, was declared a Person of National Historic Significance. The Doukhobor Discovery Centre is set on traditional orchard land on the banks of the Columbia River. Peter Verigin called this chosen spot Dolina Oootishenie, the Valley of Consolation. It was here, after the government land seizure in Saskatchewan where the Doukhobors had originally sought refuge, that he brought his flock. Peter Verigin nego-
tiated the purchase of land that soon grew to 14,000 acres and built a successful commune based on the motto of “Toil and Peaceful Life”. The Discovery Centre has thousands of artifacts representing the arts and crafts, customs and religion of the Doukhobor communal lifestyle. You will be transported back to this simple and benign culture. View the famous bread baking oven (petch) and the steam sauna (banya), handmade tools, linen and hemp clothing, all set in a typical village consisting of ten buildings. Under the benevolent gaze of a statue of Leo Tolstoy, famous writer and Doukhobor benefactor, you can stroll through the grounds and admire the heritage plants. The Centre is open daily from 10 to 5, May to September. For further information visit: www.Doukhobor-Museum.org
Millennium Walkway
Doukhobor Discovery Centre
This paved walkway follows the Columbia River to where it meets the Kootenay River. Along the pathway you will find a sandy beach area, many lookout points, gardens, and picnic tables. As you walk along, watch for the interpretive signs which explain the ecosystem and history of the area. Twin Rivers Park is located on the Millennium Walkway, and features playing fields, a playground, swimming area, washrooms and expanses of lawn.
Artifacts displayed throughout the museum 112 Heritage Way, Castlegar Across from Castlegar Airport 250.365.5327
May thru September 10-5 daily www.Doukhobor-Museum.org
This recreation path is used by walkers, roller bladers, dog walkers and bikers and some use the path as a connector for getting around the community. It is a perfect place for a relaxing and informative afternoon.
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, B’s is one of Located in Chances Castlegar wine and dine. They Castlegar’s newest places to and lounge with the offer a full service restaurant to watch your favoubiggest screen in the Kootenays atmosphere and the rite games. Enjoy the pub style le wings to steak full menu, ranging from unbeatab banquet facility and dinners. B’s also offers a full t prepared by their nothing beats a prime rib buffe Chef and his team. starting at 11 am, B’s Eatery is open 7 days a week Centre next to the and is located in Chances Community soon! See page 72. Castlegar Airport. Hope to see you
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service in a very Enjoy great food and friendly sp Centennial Golf relaxing location at the Naku Licensed dining and Clubhouse. Open every day. 3585. See page 9. daily specials. Phone 250-265-
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is paired with a Fresh contemporary cuisine ate, cosmopolitan, intim l, Smal list. wine remarkable . itself on Nels of cosm funky – a micro here, with the patio ical mag the on “Sitting out above, you trees big the in kling twin little lights you should. but , food the t abou care may not even ts...” Lonely Planet This is one of BC’s best restauran Guide. ted in the alley Downtown but tricky to find. Loca (Go uphill 1/2 t. Stree r Bake of block 600 behind the t.) Busy, so Stree Hall or t Stree hine block on Josep night. 620 every Open idea. good a are reservations page 44. See . 0101 352250on Nels , Herridge Lane
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Kaslo Hotel
thtaking views Experience the Kaslo Hotel’s brea unding mountains of Kootenay Lake and the surro patio or, in cooler while dining under the covered large wood burntemperatures, move inside by the ve craft beers on tap ing fireplace! Choose from twel on large screen TVs, in the pub and catch the game enjoy the tranquility play a game of darts, or simply of the view. Smoked BBQ Ribs, Enjoy tasty dishes such as the or Gouda & Bacon Kaslo Hotel Signature Burger, until 9 pm. Located Stuffed Chicken. Kitchen open vations, please call at 430 Front St. in Kaslo. For reser m. See page 14. 250-353-7714. www.kaslohotel.co
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r Street Inn & Located in the Best Western Bake g at its best dinin ly fami y Enjo re. Convention Cent er. The Baker Street for breakfast, lunch and dinn chicken and ribs as Grill features signature rotisserie seafood specials thly mon s, steak d well as fire grille ch Buffet. Full senior and a top notch Sunday Brun and kids’ menus are available. e 250-352-3525. 153 Baker Street, Nelson, Phon See page 30.
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Insp ired, Fore ign Sour ced, Loca lly o fare … globally Domestic Cooking Modern bistr finest local, in seainspired comfort food using the son or organic ingredients. en track wine list, Carefully selected off the beat to enjoy within local beer and crafted cocktails newly redesigned historic brick walls or out on the py of maple trees, patio nestled under the cano Lane and the park centrally located on Herridge favourite place to end of Hall Street … Nelson’s eat and drink. Hall Street (and Open 5 to late nightly. 518 2744. bibonelson. Herridge Lane), Nelson. 250-352for upcoming feaca or BiBO Nelson on Facebook 43. tures, events and music. See page
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Busaba Thai Café
Jackson’s Hole & Gril
l At Busaba Thai Café, experienc e authentic Thai Located in one of Nelson’s land cuisine with the tantalizing flavo mark heritage urs of fresh herbs buildings, you will find a warm and the traditional blend of , inviting lounge and the essential sweet, a casu al, fami ly friendly dining room. Durin sour, spicy and salty tastes. Rela g the x in a comfortable summer months enjoy a cold drink dining room filled with original and a delicious artwork created by meal on one of Nelson’s best patios. Jacks the multi-talented chef, or enjoy kon’s a cold drink on the Hole offers everything from licensed patio. Offerings include chicken wings and an array of beautisalad s to hom emade veggie burgers and prim fully presented snacks, soups, e curries and noodle rib...there is something for every dishes at an affordable rate. There one. Jackson’s Hole is something for & Grill is one of Nelson’s favourites. Come chec the whole family as dishes can k it be ordered spicy out today. 524 Vernon Street, or mild. Also featured is the Nelson. Phone 250famous Taiwanese 354-1919. See page 35. “bubble tea” drink, which is a big hit with the kids. Find Busaba one block up from Baker Street at Louie’s Steakhouse and Lou 524 Victoria Street, Nelson. Call nge 250-352-2185 for takeout or for reservations – Louie’s Steakhouse offers a distin recommended, espectly metropolicially on the weekends. See page tan culinary experience in Nels 46. on’s historic, bustling downtown. Whether it’s an intim ate evening for two or a casual gathering amo Cafe Momento ngst friends, Louie’s Steakhouse & Lounge is sure to provide an experiBaker Street’s newest late-nigh ence you won’t soon forget. Spec t source of speializing in signacialty coffees, fabulous soups ture steak s, spec ialty pasta s, rustic thin crust pizza, and savouries, and decadent desserts. Featuring and FRES H seafo od, Louie REAL hot chocolate, ’s Steakhouse offers the wheat and gluten-free options, finest quality food and exem as well as vegetarplary service in an ian and vegan options. There is atmo sphe re of abun dant comfort. Located in The something for everyone at Cafe Momento! Open Adve nture Hote l, 616 Vern on Street. 250-352-5570. noon to midnight, seven days a week. 535 Bake See page 38. r Street, Nelson. For more info, like us on Facebook . See page 33. Main Street Diner
Cantina del Centro Specializing in authentic Mex ican street food, Cantina del Centro captures the essence and flavours of traditional Mexican cuisine. Offering delicious dishes from across Mex ico’s varied culinary landscape, including tacos , tortas, tostadas, ceviches, soups and desserts. Explo re the extensive Tequila and Mezcal menu with over 60 varieties! Open for lunch, dinner and late night taco window. Join friends on the hottest patio in town for a cold cerveza, a signature margarita and an unforgettable experience! Follow Cantina del Centro on Face book or on the web at cantinadelcentro.ca. 561 Baker St, Nelson. 250-352-3737. See page 37.
Hume Hotel The nostalgic Hume Hotel featu res four venues for your dining pleasure – The General Store Restaurant, Mike’s Place Pub, The Library Lounge and Spiritbar. The General Store Restaurant offer s full food and beverage service for breakfast , lunch and dinner. The General Store Sunday Brun ch, served from 11 am to 2 pm, is a favourite amo ngst locals and visitors. Friday, Saturday and Sund ay after 5 pm come for the famous Hume Hotel Wee kend Prime Rib. Please call for hours. All majo r credit cards accepted. Located on the corn er of Ward and Vernon Streets, Nelson. Phon e 250-352-5331. See page 30.
Itza Ristorante & Pizzeria Indulge in the flavours of our fresh handmade pastas or savour the taste of our national and international award winning pizza s. Explore Itza’s unique and contemporary culin ary offerings.
Itza is happy to satisfy your palat e with a select list of Italian wines and BC VQA , 6 taps of BC craft beers or bottled beer from Cana da 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 to 2:30. Dinner Tues - Sat 4:30 till late, Sun 4:30 to 8:30. Downtown Nelson at 413 Hall Street. Reservations recommended. 250-352-3573. See page 44.
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Enjoy a casual, fun atmosphe re and consistently excellent food, with men u items for everyone including roast leg of lamb, souv laki, sirloin steaks, gourmet burgers, melts, wrap s, a fabulous kids’ menu and homemade English style fish and hand cut chips. Also offering homemad e desserts such as baklava and double baked chee secakes, plus after dinner specialty coffees. Enjoy Nels on’s best peoplewatching patio rain or shine with its gas heaters, or order takeout and enjoy your meal on the beach. Main Street Diner is open daily at 11 am for lunch and dinner. 616 Baker Street, Nelson. Phone 250354-4848. Fully licensed. See page 40.
Max & Irma’s Kitchen 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 cook ing that imparts a unique flavour like no other cooking style. Every Monday is Ethnic Night! Definitely described as The dining destination spot in the Kootenays...come and experience Max & Irma’s for yourself!! Enjoy the smoke-free outdoor patio. 515 Kootenay Street, Nelson. Phone 250-3522332. Major credit cards acce pted. See page 46.
Outer Clove Restaurant
Longtime Nelson favourite , Outer Clove Restaurant, offers contemporary and classic dishes from around the world. While garli c infuses the food – from a subtle hint to a more inten se flavour explosion – the service is warm and friendly, and the vibe casual. Everything on the evolv ing 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 resta urant 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 45.
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Rel-ish Bistro At Rel-ish, Chef Trevor Ditzel and his staff offer their patrons a divine mix of nouveau flavours and triedand-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 youn g and old, the trendy and traditional. Licensed. Open from 11 am until late. 301 Baker Street, Nelson. 250-3525232. See page 42.
Uptown Sports Bar The Uptown Sports Bar is a prem ium gastropub and Nelson’s sports headquarters. With FRESH local food made in house by their award winning Chef, classic music and the friendlies t staff in town, it truly is “the place to be … and be seen.” Come as you are. The welcoming atmo sphere 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. Open 7 days a week at 11 am. Located in The Adventure Hotel, 616 Vernon Stree t. 250-352-2715. See page 39.
SILVERTON
Cup and Saucer Cafe The Cup and Saucer Café is all about great coffee and food; using as many local and fresh ingredients as possible. The Cup, as it is often referred to by locals, is located in the heart of Silverton in one of the original buildings, built about 1903. Serving Kicking Horse coffee, a full breakfast and lunch menu as well as home-baked swee ts and savouries from the deli, fills the days of Mait and Sandy, the owners of this microbusiness. 206 Lake Avenue, Silverton 250-358-7271 www.thecupandsaucercafe.ca See page 20.
SLOCAN VALLEY
Sissies Coffee Bar & Eatery
Come visit Sissies Coffee Bar & Eatery for a whole new experience in dining. They use mainly organic and local ingredients and have weekly dinner specials. Open market, brunch and live music every Sunday from 10 am to 2 pm. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner 7 am to 8 pm daily. 5622 Highway 6, Winlaw. 250-226-7663. See page 28.
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Colander The Colander Restaurant is a family restaurant specializing in great Italian food . Lots to eat, served family style, at reasonable price s – The Colander has become known as “The Trail Tradition.” The Colander special includes: salad , spaghetti and meatballs, chicken and jojo pota toes, 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 63.
Foxy’s Fine Food & Drinks
Discover the city’s premier casu al fine dining destination in the award winning Best Western Plus Columbia River Hotel. Foxy’s offers up delicious west coast cuisine, great wines, contemporary cocktails, lavish décor and legendary service. Daily drink specials plus…Half off Happy Hour 3:30-5 pm daily. Wine Up Tues days & Wine Down Thursdays. Come in for Ladies Nigh t on Wednesdays: Foxy Ladies’ Drink For $3! Finis h off your work week with Foxy Friday’s Famous $5 Featu res. For reservations call 250-368-3355. See page 64.
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