Revelstoke Mountaineer Magazine April/May, 2018 issue

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News briefs God is a Scottish Drag Queen brings hilarity to RPAC April/May Revelstoke Mountaineer events calendar New Mountain View Medical Centre opens New Revy Rocks issue updated with latest routes Can Taiga electrify the mountain sledding scene?

Secwépemc history explored in new book Get your garden ready for extreme weather Mountaineer Spring Fever by Benji Andringa The joys and challenges of raising kids in Revy Get ready for spring gardening!

Linking nutrition with garden bounty

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Wine: Taste the effects of terroir #vanlife in Revy Encouraging walking and cycling in a snowy town New Revelstoke skatepark design unveiled Style: Step into spring Style: Rachel & John Home Style: Boulder Mountain Resort #revelstokemountaineer Instagram

Cover photo: Cover: It’s time for a spring makeover! In our spring issue Style section, Amber is transformed from her winter snowboarding gear to something lighter and brighter for spring. See pages 32 and 33 for Revelstoke clothes, makeup and hair looks. Photo: Katie Langmuir/Revelstoke Mountaineer Magazine

The Revelstoke Mountaineer Magazine is a free monthly magazine featuring the best of Revelstoke outdoor life, food, style, visitor experiences, lifestyles, entertainment, home style, and healthy living.

Creative Director Aaron Orlando

Each month we distribute 3,000 free copies to over 200 public venues across Revelstoke, including accommodations, shops, restaurants, cafes, community centres, bars, and everywhere people meet. We are an independent, locally owned publication dedicated to showcasing our amazing mountain town and the great people who create the stoke.

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Graphic Design Chris Payne

Mailing Address: PO BOX 112, 606 Railway Avenue, Revelstoke, B.C. V0E 2S0 Phone: 250-814-8710 Email: info@revelstokemountaineer.com

Contributors (L to R) Benji Andringa is a Revelstoke-based artist, illustrator, screenprinter and graphic designer who works under the handle Lowclass Art. Find him on Instagram at @ lowclassart.

Melissa Jameson is the civic affairs reporter for Revelstoke Mountaineer Magazine and revelstokemountaineer.com. Contact Melissa with your news tips and story ideas at melissa@revelstokemountaineer.com

Cori Baker is a passionate world traveller and cook who’s recently pursued a career as a nutritionist. Her dedication to discovery and learning about different cultures and food has taken her to all corners of the globe and by last count the only continent she has yet to step foot on is Antarctica.

Katie Langmuir is a lifestyle and documentary photographer and recent arrival, along with her husband and two smaller humans, to Revelstoke. Days that are not spent behind the camera capturing the beauty and hilarity of everyday life she’ll be found skiing, biking, chasing her kids, or aimlessly wandering about. Inspiration seems to pop up in the strangest of places.You can check out her work at www. katielangmuirphoto.com

Fraser Blyth owns Selkirk Planning & Design and works as a community planner and urban designer in Revelstoke. He’s a working dad who loves his job, snowboarding, the Maple Leafs and punk rock.

Bryce Borlick is a local traveler, professional recreationalist, and a big small-thinker who can be found lost in the mountains in search of nothing in particular.

Lindsay Bourque has been working in the landscape trade for over a decade, first as a gardener/landscaper then earning her master’s degree in landscape architecture at UBC. Since then, she spends more time on a computer but Revelstoke allows her to keep a foot in both design and construction – and both feet on a board as much as possible.

Author, environmentalist and back-to-the-lander Jim Cooperman has lived on a rural property above Shuswap Lake since 1969. His geographic handbook, Everything Shuswap, is in its second printing and his bi-monthly newspaper columns also appear in his blog site, shuswappassion.ca.

Heather Hood aspires to never be too serious, see the wonderment in every day life and take advantage of any opportunity to rhyme. She can always find an occasion to drink bubbly and has a great passion for wine.

Aaron Orlando is the owner and Creative Director of Revelstoke Mountaineer Magazine and its sister online publication revelstokemountaineer.com. Aaron’s worked in Revelstoke as a journalist for the past decade. Right now, he’s either putting storage wax on his snowboard or oiling up the bearings on his skateboard.

Emily Stone is a British ski bum and aspiring freelance adventure writer. Now on her third winter season, she can be found ripping through the glades at RMR or sinking pints of Mt Begbie in the Last Drop.

Sarah j Spurr moved west five-and-a-half years ago from Kawartha Lakes, Ontario. My own world expands when I tread further, exploring new physical challenges alongside creative outlets. Here, I’m interested in connecting with others to showcase how they allow their own special blend of originality to flow. Living in the thick of this mountain environment what are you creating? Where does it stem from? Your story is soul food for the rest of us.

Imogen Whale is a Revelstoke-based writer. When she’s taking a break from the keyboard, you can find her riding her horse down at the Selkirk Saddle Club.

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NEWS BRIEFS

Study aims to gain understanding of Revelstoke’s housing needs The community still struggles to offer affordable housing, but new developments are in the works.

Mountaineer News Briefs by Melissa Jameson Revelstoke continues to struggle when it comes to offering affordable housing, but a new study could provide insight towards solving the issue. The City of Revelstoke has contracted Dillon Consulting to complete a housing needs study to develop a baseline understanding of current housing needs. The cost of the $19,000 assessment is covered through a grant the city received from Columbia Basin Trust.

The Housing Needs and Demands Assessment could help with the housing strategy the city is working to create at the request of city council. The housing strategy will include future housing projects and policy changes, and identify affordable housing and employee housing options. The city received a grant of $100,000 through the BC Rural Dividend program, part of which will pay for the creation of a housing strategy.

In the meantime, the city is continuing to work towards affordable housing solutions. Several projects are at various stages of planning and development including: -Exploring the feasibility of 127 and 141 Basford Drive in Columbia Park as potential for a 50-unit mixed-market affordable development.

The City of Revelstoke and the Revelstoke Community Housing Corporation should find out in April if their funding applications for 71 units of affordable housing are successful.

-The Revelstoke Community Housing Society has applied for a BC Housing grant to develop a 21-unit apartment building at its Oscar Street site.

There appears to be not only a significant need for affordable rental hous-

ing, but affordable real estate as well.

Revelstoke Royal LePage realtor Emily Beaument said in 2017 the average sale price for a single-family home in Revelstoke was $436,500. The average sale price for strata housing was $353,539.

Beaumont said this doesn’t buy much, and most first time buyers are looking for houses in the $150,000 to $350,000 range or laneway houses/houses with rental suites or suite potential.

Visibility issues hamper Revelstoke air service pilot program Partners tout the long-term potential gains of continuing to offer the service.

Partners in Revelstoke’s air charter service pilot project clearly see the economic benefits of flights to Revelstoke, but a literal fog on the horizon is proving a major obstacle to success.

The air service pilot project started in January 2017. It is a partnership between the City of Revelstoke, Revelstoke Mountain Resort Limited Partnership, The Revelstoke Accommodation Association and Everything Revelstoke’s Revelstoke Connection limited. The air charter service offers scheduled flights between Revelstoke and Vancouver between January and March.

This year about 60 per cent of the flights were diverted due to weather conditions, usually low cloud at the airport. Flights are diverted to Kelowna and passengers bussed to Revelstoke.

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The City of Revelstoke’s economic development director Nicole Fricot said the high level of diversions makes marketing the service a challenge.

Airport staff and operator Pacific Coastal Airlines make diversion decisions several hours prior to a flight leaving Vancouver. Fricot said she is hopeful stakeholders will continue to support the air service past the pilot stage.

A key challenge is obvious: the deep powder that visitors are seeking is generated by winter storms that disrupt air service.

“It’s a Catch-22. We’re remote and that’s part of the draw,” she said.

Everything Revelstoke general manager Lara Davis said she sees a benefit to continuing the air charter service. Davis said they are seeing a fair number of locals using the flight service. She feels the pilot program

Fog and other inclement weather has led to the cencellation of 60 per cent of flights to Revelstoke this winter. Photo: Pacific Coastal image. is a good case study for airlines to see the potential for having flights to and from smaller communities like Revelstoke. Davis said small communities approach airlines for flight service but those communities aren’t willing to take on a pilot project to see if there is a long-term benefit.

“As a community, we’re taking steps

a lot of other community’s won’t take.

It’s a positive for the airlines to see we’re making a case for it,” said Davis.

This year, the pilot program is projecting a loss, but the parties involved are hopeful the trial will provide the data needed for a private operator to step in in the future.

NEWS BRIEFS

Revelstoke’s tech and wood industry experts explore wood waste innovations Innovation night will explore options for creating more locally produced wood products The forest industry is a backbone of Revelstoke’s economy; a new initiative is seeking to strengthen and expand the industry through innovation. One area of focus is wood waste, a costly byproduct of traditional milling that is often trucked out of the community to pulp and pellet mills at a loss.

Startup Revelstoke’s April 3 Innovation Night will explore ways to generate more revenue and jobs with both wood waste and other new wood products.

Startup Revelstoke is a new local organization that connects entrepreneurs with tech industry experts. Startup Revelstoke’s current efforts focus on connecting tech innovations in tourism, recreation and sport, and wood-based products. The wood products and waste innovation night will include experts from the wood industry and tech sector to present challenges and innovative

solutions. The evening will include discussions on innovations such as biofuel and biocarbon, along with numerous wood products that could be created right in Revelstoke.

Wood waste can be used in a variety of ways including: wood pellets; landfill cover; absorbing waste; and heat and power, to name a few.

Revelstoke is no stranger to using wood waste products. The Revelstoke Community Energy Corporation’s power plant burns wood waste from Downie Timber, creating steam for the drying kilns at the mill. In addition, the plant generates heated water that is piped to heat 10 buildings in Revelstoke. The energy comes from a biomass boiler at Downie Timber Ltd. Among those using the wood waste heat are School District No. 19’s Begbie View Elementary School and Revelstoke Secondary

School, as well as downtown buildings such as the Revelstoke Community Centre and the city hall building.

Innovation Night: Wood Products & Waste takes place at the Revelstoke Mountain CoLab on Tuesday, April 3 from 5:30–9:30 p.m.

Startup Revelstoke is hosting a wood waste innovation night that seeks to find technological solutions to promote more use of wood and wood waste products.

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ENTERTAINMENT

Canadian comedian Mike Delamont hilariously portrays everyone’s favourite deity in God Is A Scottish Drag Queen Dressed in a floral power suit, the omnipotent playwright descends from above to skewer everything from Justin Bieber to the Pope.

By Melissa Jameson In God Is A Scottish Drag Queen one of the world’s most famous deities has a few things to clear up with the people he created. At over six-feet tall comedian Mike Delamont towers on stage as he plays the character of God barefoot and decked out in a floral dress and pearls. The show is sure to have you in gut-splitting laughter as Delamont, playing God, lets off a bit of steam when it comes to what humans have been doing, or not been doing. No one is off the hook as he skewers everything from Justin Beiber to the Mayan Calendar.

God was very nearly an English Drag Queen. In fact when Delamont first introduced the character back in his days as part of the comedy sketch troupe Atomic Vaudeville, God was indeed an English Drag Queen. Delamont wore a fiery red wig and huge Lady Gaga-style glasses. It was a flop; the audience didn’t connect with the character at all.

Delamont quickly ditched the wig and glasses for more matronly attire, including a floral power suit, and decided the accent needed to be more lilty and fun.

“The Scottish accent makes the audience aware that the character is in on the joke. It adds a cheeky ‘wink’ quality to it,” said Delamont.

The character debuted in 2006 during an episode of Atomic Vaudeville focused on a storyline of a battle of the bands between Jesus and Satan. Delamont played Jesus’ dad in the skit. Once he got the outfit and accent right Delamont says cast members and the audience enjoyed the fact the character of God, who is often seen portrayed as very masculine, was effeminately dressed.

Mike Delamont towers on stage as he plays the character of God barefoot and decked out in a floral dress and pearls.

Fast forward to 2011 and Delamont found himself living in Toronto, working three dead-end minimum wage jobs and barely making a living. With no theatre company or sketch troupe wanting to work with him, Delamont decided to write his own show. Since he’d been playing the God character for a few years it made the most sense to develop that into a show. God Is A Scottish Drag Queen premiered in a 60-seat cafe in Victoria, B.C. “The character had a following in the city and people really enjoyed it. It sold out very fast and helped built the buzz that the show still has today,” said

Delamont.

Delamont performed God Is A Scottish Drag Queen at three festivals over the summer of 2011 and made more money doing that than at all three of his part time jobs. The first time he took the show to another city, Montreal in 2012, Delamont confesses he was worried people might not like the character and that he’d just been lucky with the audience from his hometown. Six years on and hundreds of performances in, he thinks he might have been wrong.

Over the years Delamont, who has been nominated for three Canadian Comedy Awards, has performed at a

number of well-known comedy festivals including Just for Laughs and the Halifax Comedy Festival. No matter where he performs, Delamont says it’s important for the audience to get the same quality of show.

“I am always grateful that my show is able to play different sized venues. It’s a blast to bring it to towns that are big and tiny. It’s exciting,” he said.

Mike Delamont performs God Is A Scottish Drag Queen at the Revelstoke Performing Arts Centre on Thursday, April 12 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 available at revelstokeartscouncil.com and the Revelstoke Visitors Centre.

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CALENDAR

April/May 2018

Visit revelstokemountaineer.com/calendar for more details and to submit your own event for FREE for inclusion online and in our monthly print calendar.

Weekly Events Monday Soup & A Smile @ Revelstoke United Church 11:30a.m.–1p.m.

Enjoy a soup, coffee, tea and desserts every Monday at the United Church. All are welcome.

Open Mic Night @ The Last Drop Pub 10 p.m.

The Last Drop welcomes all jammers and singers. Come out and join in with a friendly relaxed atmosphere from 10 p.m.

LOL Monday open night Comedy @ The Last Drop Pub 8:30 p.m.–11 p.m.

An open mic, hosted by comedian Katie Burrell w/ Special guests Chris Griffin & Maddy Kelly.

Karaoke Wednesdays @ Rivercity Pub & Patio Revelstoke 9 p.m.–11p.m.

Starting Valentines Day, Karaoke will be on every Wednesday at the Pub. Come on down and sing,or just watch the show.

Tuesday Meditation @ Balu Yoga 8:30 p.m.–9 p.m.

Free meditation at Balue every Tuesday evening.

Revelstoke Theatre Company: Creative Forums @ Okanagan College Revelstoke 7 p.m.–9 p.m.

Workshops involve script reading, running scripts, and developing theatre skills. No experience necessary. Everyone welcome.

Youth Games @ Revelstoke Library 3:30 p.m.–5:30 p.m.

Youth can enjoy Board Games, Pizza & Snacks after school. Presented in partnership with the Stoke Youth Network.

Writer Group @ Revelstoke Library 6 p.m.–8p.m.

Writer’s working on projects are welcome to come and share ideas, give constructive feedback, and be inspired at this weekly get-together.

Knitting Club @ Revelstoke Library 6:30 p.m.–8 p.m.

All crafters welcome! Crochet, cross-stitch, knit, embroider. Extra wool and needles for beginners.

Trivia Night by Pubstumpers @ Last Drop Pub 7:30 p.m.

PubStumpers is a whirlwind of trivia, presented in numerous forms, which stimulates the mind and challenges players’ knowledge on a vast array of topics.

Hip Hop Tuesdays @ Traverse 9 p.m.

All hip hop all night every Tuesday at Traverse. Free cover and free pool.

Wednesday Brown Bag History @ Revelstoke Museum & Archives 12:15 p.m.–1 p.m.

Every other Wednesday listen to museum curator Cathy English talk about Revelstoke history.

Locals Night @ The Cabin 6 p.m.

Locals can enjoy bowling for $3 a game every Wednesday night.

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Thursday Winter Market @ Revelstoke Community Centre 1 p.m.–5 p.m.

The Winter Market features farm and craft vendors from Revelstoke and beyond. It is held every second Thursday afternoon at the Revelstoke Community Centre. Until the end of April.

Trivia Night @ Mackenzie Common Tavern 6p.m.–9p.m.

Are you smarter than the average ski bum? Come prove it every Thursday night at the Mackenzie Common Tavern at Revelstoke Mountain Resort.

Friday Drop-in Squash @ Revelstoke Racquet Den 5 p.m.

Head down to the Revelstoke Racquet Den and give squash a try! The squash club is located at 207 Mackenzie Ave (below Mica Heliskiing).

Drop-in Curling @ Revelstoke Curling Club 7 p.m.

Drop-in curling takes place at the Revelstoke Curling Club every Friday until the ice thaws.

Patty’s Cruzin’ Karaoke @ The Revelstoke Legion 8 p.m.–12 a.m.

Join Patty for an evening of Karaoke, every Friday night.

Saturday Farmers Markets @ Grizzly Plaza & Mackenzie Avenue 8 a.m.–1p.m.

Stock up on fresh veggies, crafts and more. Starts in May.

Friday, April 6 Exhibition opening @ Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre 6 p.m.–9 p.m.

The first exhibition of the 2018 season features works by Revelstoke Visual Arts Society members, Keishia Trebber, Claire Dibble, and Pauline Hunt.

Admission by donation.

Columbia River Basin: Reconciling the Past for Better Future @ St Francis of Assisi Church 6:30 p.m.–8 p.m.

Indigenous People of the Upper Columbia River Basin by Laura Stovel.

La Monarca by Flamenco Rosario @ Revelstoke Performing Arts Centre 7:30 p.m.

Flamenco Rosario brings the rhythm and song of flamenco to Revelstoke. Tickets: $20 at www. revelstokeartscouncil.com Daring Greatly at River City Pub 10 p.m.

Daring Greatly perform original music and covers by the Eagles, Beatles, Steppenwolf and more.

Invertigo @ the Last Drop Pub 10 p.m.

Calgary-based rock and roll band Invertigo play the Last Drop Pub. DJ Brick Haus @ Traverse 11 p.m.

Calgary DJ Brick Haus represents Break Beat Dojo and True Rhythm. Expect a jam packed exclusive set from him with Hip-Hop and Funk influences and more.

Saturday, April 7 Daring Greatly at Rivercity Pub 10 p.m.

Daring Greatly perform original music and covers by the Eagles, Beatles, Steppenwolf and more.

April/May Events

Tuesday, April 10 Locals Day @ RMR 9 a.m.–3p.m.

Free lift ticket, rental package and Snow School Lesson for locals with a cash or food donation.

All food donations will go to the Revelstoke Food Bank, and cash donations will go to the Revelstoke Community Foundation.

Tuesday, April 3 Innovation Night: Wood Waste and Products @ Mountain CoLab 5:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m.

Wood product industry experts to present their business and issues for solutions from the innovation community. Innovations like biofuel and biocarbon will be showcased alongside the endless array of popular wood products that we could be creating in Revelstoke today.

Thursday, April 12 God is a Scottish Drag Queen @ Revelstoke Performing Arts Centre 7:30pm Dressed in a floral power suit, the omnipotent playwright as the Almighty descends from above to skewer everything from Justin Bieber to the Pope.

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Flamenco Rosario brings traditional Spanish song and dance to Revelstoke.

Petunia and the Vipers @ Traverse 11 p.m.

Petunia and the Vipers have been described as hillbilly-flavoured-swing inflected-ragtime-goodtime-thunderously rolling-one-of-a-kind.

Friday, April 13 Puttin On The Foil @ the Last Drop Pub 10 p.m.

Hillbilly punks Puttin On The Foil perform at the Last Drop Pub. DJ Sifi @ Traverse 11 p.m.

DJ Sifi performs at Traverse Night Club.

Saturday, April 14 Children’s Clothing and Toy Exchange @ Revelstoke Child Care Society.

9 a.m.

Bring your clean and gently used children’s clothes, toys and maternity items to exchange with others.

Locals band night @ Traverse 10 p.m.

An evening of local musicians. Bands to be announced.

The Galacticas @ the Last Drop Pub 10 p.m.

Three-piece Calgary-based punk band The Galacticas play at the Last Drop Pub. Sunday, April 15 Jonathan Vautour @ the Last Drop Pub 10 p.m.

Jonathan Vatour performs at the Last Drop Pub. Friday April 20 Quadra Sound @ the Last Drop Pub 10 p.m.

Vancouver Island’s Quadra Sound combine elements of high-impact modern rock with roots deeply invested in classic rock bands.

Timber Days is Saturday, May 19 at Centennial Park. See advertisement this issue for details on how to participate.

Saturday, April 21 5th Annual Bike Swap @ Revelstoke Arena 10 a.m.–1:30 p.m.

The Bike Swap & Expo is a great way to get your hands on a (gently used) new bike, or sell your old bike without the hassle. $3 to register your gear for sale, with 15% of the sale price (up to $50) going to the NCES. Uzume Taiko @ Revelstoke Performing Arts Centre 3 p.m.

Uzume Taiko have hand crafted a unique brand of WestCoast Canadian Taiko drumming that offers a unique experience to their audience. Tickets $10 adults/$5 kids @ www.revelstokeartscouncil.com Sunday, April 22 Trashion Show Fundraiser @ Birch & Lace 2p.m.–5p.m.

Birch & Lace hosts the Third Annual Trashion Show contest. Design and create an outfit out of recycling and/or garbage. Ouftis will be showcased in a “Trashion show.” Money raised will be donated to WaterAid and the North Columbia Environmental Society.

Wednesday, April 25 Card Making Workshop @ Revelstoke Library 3:30 p.m.–5 p.m.

Join Joanne for this fun spring card making workshop!

Make a Mother’s Day card, birthday card, or card to save for a occasion. Cost is $5 for two cards.

Thursday, April 26 Brickhaus @ the River City Pub 10 p.m.

Brickhaus performs at the River City Pub. Sunday, April 29 Skylar Bouchard @ the Last Drop Pub 10 p.m.

Skylar Bouchard performs at the Last Drop Pub. Thursday, May 3 Shane Larmand @ the Last Drop Pub 10 p.m.

Indie folk/rock/roots artist Shane Larmand performs at the Last Drop Pub.

Petunia and the Vipers

Friday, May 4 Exhibition opening @ Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre 6 p.m.–9 p.m.

Featuring works by The Fierce Arts Group, Arrow Heights Elementary students, Val Speer and Karen Millard. Admission by donation.

Saturday, May 5 3rd Annual Revelstoke Women’s Mega Clothing Swap Fundraiser @ Revelstoke Community Centre 11:30 a.m.–3 p.m.

Swap your gently used clothing and shoes and have fun with your friends while you shop sustainably and score some pre-loved finds. Proceeds to the Revelstoke Splash Park. $5 entry fee if you bring clothes to swap, $10 if you have no clothes to swap.

Miller Time Opening Party @ Mount Macpherson Trails TBA An opening celebration of the adaptive trail on Mount Macpherson. Details to be determined.

Visit bikerevelstoke.org for details.

Sunday, May 6 River Teeth @ the Last Drop Pub 10 p.m.

River Teeth perform at the Last Drop Pub.

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Uzemi Taiko plays the Revelstoke Performing Arts Centre.

Wednesday, May 9 RCA XC Fiver Series @ Mount Macpherson Trails.

6p.m.–8p.m.

The first race in the RCA XC Fiver Series. Details to be announced. Visit bikerevelstoke.org for details.

Thursday, May 10 Dave Allen @ the Last Drop Pub 10 p.m.

Singer-songwriter Dave Allen performs at the Last Drop Pub. Wednesday, May 16 RCA Enduro Fiver Series @ Mount Macpherson Trails 6 p.m.–8 p.m.

The first race in the RCA Enduro Fiver Series. Details to be announced. Visit bikerevelstoke.org for details.

Thursday, May 17 Stories Beneath the Surface Exhibition Opening @ Revelstoke Museum 2 p.m.

This new exhibit highlights the history of the farming, mining and logging communities that were flooded due to the Keenleyside Dam at Castlegar.

Get creative at the 2018 Trashion Show

Echo Nebraska is a May events calendar highlight.

Yung Heazy @ the Last Drop Pub 10 p.m.

Yung Heazy brings dream pop sounds to the Last Drop Pub. Bob Log 3 @ the River City Pub 10 p.m.

Slide guitarist Bob Log 3 performs at the River City Pub. Saturday, May 19 Timber Days @ Centennial Park 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

This year’s events include the CANLOG professional show, locals events, kids events, food, beverages, games, raffles and more. Visit revelstoketimberdays.ca for information.

Sunday, May 20 Ryan McIntyre @ the Last Drop Pub 10 p.m.

Ryan McIntyre performs at the Last Drop Pub.

Wednesday, May 23 RCA XC Fiver Series @ Mount Macpherson Trails.

6p.m.–8p.m.

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Mountain View Medical Centre focuses on connecting with patients where they’re at Revelstoke’s new medical centre is using innovative methods to allow patients to connect online, and is participating in drop-in clinic for students at Revelstoke Secondary School.

By Melissa Jameson The building that houses Mountain View Medical Centre may be old, but the technology the clinic is using to engage with its patients is anything but.

Housed inside the historic 1914 Mountain View School, the medical centre is using innovative methods to allow patients to book appointments online 24/7, the ability to sign up for email correspondence and view test results online. Gareth Jones, who owns the building and the medical centre, said it’s about creating an approach that looks at the patient’s perspective.

“How can we make it as easy as possible, and as effective as possible for the patient? And as efficient as possible for physicians,” said Jones.

Jones said the intent of the online systems available are in no way meant

to replace the need for face to face interaction between a physician and patient. Rather it’s a way for people with already very busy lives to have an easier and quicker option available.

So far data is showing a majority of patients coming the clinic are signing up for the electronic service offered, although people are still able to pick up the phone and call the medical centre if they prefer.

“Most people really do enjoy and benefit from online. It’s easy and that’s what it’s designed to be,” said Jones.

Mountain View Medical Centre’s Dr. Lora Cruise has a passion for youth mental health.

Mountain View Medical Centre’s only physician, Dr. Lora Cruise said so far the response to the clinic has been

Meg Pratt-Johnson and Dr. Lora Cruise at the new Mountain View Medical Centre in the old Mountain View School building. Photo: Melissa Jameson/ Revelstoke Mountaineer excellent, and on some days has been almost overwhelming. Although Cruise is a family doctor, she has a passion for youth mental health, stemming from her time working as a doctor in Ontario where she spent nine years running a large interdisciplinary office practice.

“In that area there were a lot of young people, a lot of mental health, a lot of substance abuse and because even resources in a big city are super strapped we had to learn to to do as much on the ground work as possible,” she said.

Cruise is one of three local practitioners participating in a weekly drop-in clinic at Revelstoke Secondary School, intended to help break down barriers for youth to access health care. Cruise, who rotates the weekly schedule with

Dr. Kimberly Veale of Selkirk Medical Clinic and public health nurse Kelsey Croxall, said she is also seeing youth and parents coming into the clinic after being referred by the school.

One of Cruise’s goals is to create a team with multiple care resources, saying there are a lot of resources for youth and mental health care available in town but they are not necessarily liked or coordinated.

“Offering wrap around care is really rewarding,” she said.

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Ruedi Beglinger and the Michaelangelos of the vertical “First time fun turns into a lifetime of passion.” In tribute to its first ambassador Dean Flick, The 3rd Edition of Revelstoke Rocks climbing guide is here.

By Sarah j Spurr It was my first impression of Revelstoke. We tucked into a tent sized clearing on a bed of forest for the night — the ambient rush of Begbie Falls called out from the canyon below us.

Unzipping to see things by morning, I looked up to find silver lines drawn by spiders busily projecting their new day’s webs. We began with sweet simplicity, the climbing guide to Revelstoke Rocks, cowboy coffee and oatmeal cooked over a Jetboil. I made us sandwiches, taking in the intensity of our surroundings — ever, ever green, lichen, moss and toadstools. We took the trail up to the Begbie Bluffs and as the sun lifted and warmed we were treated to a forest bath. Oxygen combed between us and the giant stands of timber. We flaked the rope and began our bodies upward.

“Listen to the Creek” was my first multi pitch climb. Turning around to that view from the anchor was like cranking open a giant window. I could breathe in so much air and see out so far.

The 3rd Edition of Revelstoke Rocks is now in my hands and just like the first time, I feel the incredible sense of opportunity and adventure.

A generous key to 18 climbing areas, 69 developed cliffs, 456 routes and a total of 810 pitches. As far as vertical playgrounds go, it should be no secret that the Revelstoke area is home to some of the best and most diversified climbing in Canada.

“Hanging on a belay and observing the climbing partner doing his or her moves, or leading the most scenic pitch ever, it always gave me that great feeling of doing something very special.”

-Ruedi Beglinger, Revelstoke Rocks

Since there was a need to draft up the first, the comprehensive guide book to climbing in Revelstoke has been composed and maintained by author, Ruedi Beglinger. It’s now 200 pages greater than the last, includes full colour visuals, up-to-date crag developments (five more crags!) and improved retro bolted areas (Lauretta Slabs!) you should revisit. At your convenience and for those who are looking to find the right route within their ability level and expectations, you’ll find a tidy list of select Revelstoke Plaisir. However, Ruedi is the first to advise not to let the ranking of stars or Plaisir limit you. The “best” climbs are completely subjective.

Approach everything with positivity and finesse. For best results, expose yourself to variety often. Don’t be afraid to spend some quality time cleaning off something mysterious. Mine yourself and unlock those hidden gems.

A labour of love

“Writing a guidebook is a labour of love! It begins with an absolute love of climbing and ends with hundreds of hours sitting in front of a computer, which really is the polar opposite of climbing itself.” -Nicoline Beglinger Humbled demeanor, words poetic and sincere, Ruedi’s legacy in the mountains runs deep. With his wife Nicoline and daughters Charlotte and Florina, he’s become well known for their hospitality at the Selkirk Mountain Experience. A remote slice of “paradise found” in the Durrand Glacier/Mount Moloch area where they offer world-class guided skiing, mountaineering and hiking. At the core you’ll find a passionate rock climber who finds peace and friendship in every season of exploration. Sharing

Dean Flick (far left, orange sweater) with friend Richard Thur (far right) on the summit of Mount Begbie, Revelstoke August 1983 - age 16

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Ruedi Beglinger, at age 15 in July 1969 at Bockmatli Swiss Alps. this immense joy with others is his art form, something benevolent and fundamental to the climbing landscape we see thriving here today.

“No guide book can be written without the loyal and highly appreciated support and friendship of local climbers. First the route has to be cleaned and built and then all these composers of fine climbing have to give me the needed information about their new climbs and how to get there” - R.B A climbing guide is far reaching. It’s designed to relay essential information such as grades, beta and crag orientation — your guide to Revelstoke Rocks is something useful just like any other piece of gear you’ll bring out there with you. It’s also one of the most compelling artifacts of local climbing history; it’s yours to illustrate and the story gets better each time you reach for it in your rucksack. From the ground up or the top down, it’s written in increments by a passionate and energetic few — the “Michaelangelos of the Vertical” as Ruedi affectionately describes them.

Over the years climbers have become inspired here, devoting personal time and resources to see their creative interpretations through. The names of these climbers and their partners who develop not only routes but entire climbing areas are all important players in the big narrative. Each first ascent is the mark of someone else leading the way so you can go further too. Revelstoke Rocks is the product of something alive, collective and evolving. “We should appreciate and say thanks guys.” -R.B

A Tribute

“Dean was not just a true local, born and raised in the Big Eddy area of Revelstoke; he also fully believed in his hometown and the surrounding peaks ... I think we can say with comfort that Dean was the climber who started the entire rock climbing scene.” —R.B Revelstoke Rocks is a heartfelt tribute to it’s first true pioneer and local ambassador, Dean Flick. Beginning on page eight, you will find a piece of climbing history that returns the spirit of the sport to the young people who grow up playing and daydreaming here. Dean is exactly what “local legends” are made of.

An example for future change makers who will invest themselves in outdoor recreation for generations to come.

After reading about Dean and Ruedi’s friendship you might be left wondering how you too can become that kind of climbing partner who brings out something great in someone else.

“Dean was always a quiet and modest, but gifted leader. All Dean wanted in his life was climbing. He was a true ambassador to this great sport; he ran his own race and experienced his own incredible adventures.” - R.B *Ruedi has put up a three pitch 5.10c rock route titled Dean-Bean at the Jordan River Walls for everyone to enjoy. A stunning short film titled Solo on Mount Moloch, 3103, features Dean filmed by Ruedi making their solo ascent on Mt. Moloch in the Selkirk Mountains of British Columbia.

A Conversation Who is Ruedi Berlinger?

Growing up in a mountaineering family, in a mountain village in the Swiss Alps, for me rock-climbing, skiing and mountaineering in winter and summer was a natural way of growing up. Already at the young age of 15, experienced climbers and mountaineers from my home valley noticed my deep interest in the sport. I got invited to climb many of the great alpine walls in the Alps and this quickly developed my passion towards the mountains and hard alpine and rock routes. Yes, I did become a little fanatic about mountains.

My circle of climbing friends grew and I was invited to climb with many of the best — adventuring great alpine terrain and myself in not always easy situations all across the European Alps. From this moment on, I was probably a late teenager, and saw my future very clear; rock-climbing, summer mountaineering and ski-mountaineering. After I got certified as an I.F.M.G.A Mountain Guide at the very young age of 22, I realized how lucky I was. It became my ambition to give back to other climbers. Writing stories about my climbs, giving slide shows all over Switzerland and parts of Germany and later on in the USA, I had that dream of someday writing guide books. I always felt this is my only way to serve other climbers, tell them about some of the great climbing areas and routes I had the privilege to get to know so well. Somehow, I always felt that inspiring guide books serve other climbers more than a book filled with scary alpine climbing stories.

How does completing the third edition of Revelstoke Rocks compare to the very first?

The first guide book to Revelstoke rock climbing was easy. The name of this book was Revelstoke Rock. It was in 2004 and at that time we had not many routes or climbing areas in Revelstoke.

Still I had to put in many hours to write the book and draw route photos. Financially it was easy; I had a publisher, Kevin McLane from Elaho Publishing. The second guide book I decided to self publish and slightly changed the name from Revelstoke Rock to Revelstoke Rocks.

The name can be taken both ways. The many crags in Revelstoke or Revelstoke simply Rocks. This guide book was a great apprenticeship in regards of writing a larger guide book and in publishing. In the meantime I also have written and published a less known guide book, The Hidden Alpine Gem. This guide book captures 294 alpine rock and mountaineering routes in the Durrand Glacier/Mt. Moloch area, approximately 45 km northeast of Revelstoke. I gained a little more experience in writing guidebooks and in self publishing. At that point I decided to write the third official edition to Revelstoke Rocks. This time the job became a lot more complex.

We have now many more areas to cover and also a total of 456 routes. I never felt that learning about all routes and capturing them in text and photos was a big job. If anything, I always felt inspired by all the great routes in Revelstoke and the hard work every route developer has put into her or his new routes.

In recent years, how has the Revelstoke climbing scene evolved? What can we enjoy today that hadn’t yet been realized during the release of the second edition? Revelstoke is no longer a ‘drivethrough’ rock climbing area, when climbers happened to stop in Revelstoke

for a day of climbing while driving along the Trans-Canada to some other climbing area. Thanks to the endless hard work of many loyal Revelstoke climbers, this area has reached a proud reputation as a high-class rock climbing area with an endless variety of great rock routes.

As a result, today we see many climbers from all over Canada, the States and even Europe travel to Revelstoke and spend several days climbing on shorter cragging routes or on longer wall routes.

Revelstoke definitely is on the world map for rock climbing and has reached the reputation as one amongst the best.

What is it that makes climbing in Revelstoke stand alone from other major destinations such as Squamish or Skaha?

We have to be honest and even if we are proud Revelstoke climbers, Squamish and Skaha are the leading rock areas in Canada. In particular Squamish is high on the list of world leading rock areas. It often is seen as the Yosemite Valley of Canada. Long granite wall routes, some of the hardest gear climbs in the world and a very big variety of climbs. Its geographical location and weather pattern makes this area a very desirable place to go climbing. What makes Revelstoke to some degree more interesting is that every climbing area surrounding Revelstoke has its own characteristics regarding scenery and landscape. Just think of the more classy sport climbing crags at Begbie, the deep canyons and wild rushing water directly beside the cliffs at Mulvehill and Blanket, the fairytale forest and beautiful Upper Arrow Lake at Echo Bay and then the more committing rappel approaches at Waterworld and Jordan River Wall.

Many climbers travel to Revelstoke because of the grand Victor Lake Wall or Columbia Buttress where they can experience multi pitch climbing up to 16 pitches. If the arms are tired and all finger strength from hard pulling on steep rock routes is gone, climbers can shift their focus to the Lauretta Slabs where they can challenge them self with more technical and less physical slab climbing.

I think Revelstoke has it all, sport and gear routes, 5.4 routes to 5.13 and short cragging or long wall routes; including a very charming downtown Revelstoke.

Do you have a favourite crag or wall? What’s your go-to classic?

I don’t have a favoured crag or climbing route. I always have the best time ever, regardless where I climb. Every cliff or wall has its own characteristics and offers a different experience. However, if I do have to pick my Revelstoke climb, then it more likely will be a longer wall route at Victor Lake Wall or on the Columbia Buttress.

How can we become our best as climbers, partners and care-takers of this environment?

Most important, we need to respect every climber out there, regardless if they are less strong climbers or if she or he are that amazing higher grade onsight climber. We should have the best day ever while climbing with whoever it might be. To become stronger climbers we have to recognize our true ability level of climbing. In my personal opinion, a climber is at the level of whatever route she or he can on-sight, probably not every climber will agree to this. To become a stronger climber I think it is better to climb a larger variety of lower grade routes and once we feel comfortable with the experienced difficulties we can raise the bar to the next level, and so

Danyelle Magnan on Burning Ambition, Waterworld, pitch 2 (5.1) Photo: contributed on. Also, we can never take our playground and its natural environment for granted. We are nothing else but invited guests to our pristine nature. Unlike many other countries, I think in Canada most people are doing an excellent job in respecting the environment, many are true ambassadors to Canada’s famous wilderness.

For new climbers and the future Michelangelos, what is most essential we pass along — from those who first dared to imagine Revelstoke as a climbing paradise?

Climbing is not just mastering steep and strenuous climbs. There is much more to it. Climbing is moving on rock, if steeper or not so steep. Most of all it is all about adventuring a rock wall and experiencing ourselves as we move step by step up a rock route. This is something many climbers don’t even think about. For somebody who never has climbed or has very little experience, I think it is important to link up with a friend who wants you to become a good rock climber and is not into showing you how strong and cool he is. When somebody starts rock climbing, it is all about that person. Learning safety first, how to protect themself from hazards, rope handling and even how to respect the interest of other climbers who are close by. Learn to move on easy routes, even if these routes might feel a touch too easy, we need to learn how to move with feet, hands and even with our mind. Eventually we understand the dynamic flow of rock climbing and the grade can be raised and first time fun,

turns into a life time passion.

For fellow climbers discovering Revelstoke Rocks, Leave us with Ruedis’ Kind Regards: Climbing is a very special sport and people who enjoy this fantastic lifestyle are often seen as rebels of the vertical. I don’t think that is all true, at least for the vast majority of climbers. It is all about being out there, experiencing something we like to do — ‘ballet in the vertical.’ Whatever it is, difficulties or length of the routes, it means everything to us climbers, sharing a special sport with great friends. So, go out there, have fun and enjoy your best day ever. Ruedi.

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Montreal’s Taiga plans to electrify the sledding scene The first commercial braap-free snowmobile is ready to make its debut in 2019

By Emily Stone Look out, Revelstoke — the familiar whirr of Boulder Mountain coupled with the faint aroma of two-stroke could soon become a thing of the past.

Sledders and backcountry adventurers will no longer be seen tugging on their starter ropes to accomplish that satisfying braappp at the trailhead. A scary thought? It shouldn’t be; it simply indicates the arrival of the electric revolution here in the mountains, in the form of a clean snowmobile created by Taiga Motors of Montreal. This innovatively engineered machine will have you charging over the mountain without even the faintest cloud of smoke. Say goodbye to wallet-combusting trips to the gas station because come January 2019, you will be able to own a fully electric, battery-powered sled.

Already amped about this news? It gets better: not only is the electric snowmobile an environmentally friendly method of backcountry travel, it also has many advantages over current conventional models. Unlike combustion engines, electric motors do not need to draw in oxygen in order to function, and there are two main benefits to this.

Firstly, there is no lag in reaching maximum torque, making the sled perfect for technical riding. In fact, at 0–100kph in just three seconds, acceleration is almost instant. Secondly, these snowmobiles will be just as responsive in the thinner air at higher altitudes as in the valley bottom. The low-set 150-pound battery makes for an incredibly stable ride, while the whole sled weighs just 470 pounds, placing them on par with some of the lightest snowmobiles currently on the market.

Thanks to continual research, lithium ion battery technologies are among the fastest evolving, allowing for high-voltage innovation. Perhaps you’re used to your iPhone or GoPro going dead in the

cold. Taiga has developed a self-heating system which instantly warms the battery from the second the vehicle is powered on, much like an electronic heater. On one charge, you can power 100 kilometres – plenty for a full day’s shredding, or an excursion deep into the backcountry and out again three days later.

In the three years since Taiga Motors formed as a start-up, they have achieved progress from early prototypes to the current finalized product, soon to be unveiled here in Revelstoke. Founders Samuel Bruneau, Paul Achard, and Gabriel Bernatchez stem from backgrounds in chemical and mechanical engineering, and initially started working on electric Formula 1 style vehicles, a project which won them first place at McGill University’s Dobson Cup. Keeping with their philosophy of fast-paced development, they took their proficiency with electric motors and applied it to the creation of the first gasoline-free snowmobile.

Currently, the modern adventure enthusiast faces a crushing paradoxical struggle: the process of accessing and travelling within the mountains often produces an excessive amount of carbon, harming the very places that we love and putting the future of our winters at risk. Local carbon-conscious pro skier Greg Hill believes that soon, it need not be this way. “I have a vision of towing an electric sled with an electric car and pulling up next to a huge pickup with combustion sleds on the deck,” he says, adding that five years down the line many others might be using BC Hydro to fuel their adventures too. Already taking huge steps to reduce his own CO2 emissions, including travelling by electric car and decreasing his air time in terms of both plane and helicopter travel, Hill is an inspirational leader in the wave of environmentally friendly lifestyle changes that the next decade

Montreal-based manufacturer Taiga is developing a line of electric snowmobiles. They’ll be visiting Revelstoke in April for trials and demos, and plan to offer the sled for sale in 2019. Photo: Taiga ought to bring.

“Revelstoke is a hotspot for influence in the snowsports community,” he concludes, commenting on how a successful ski town with a strong snowmobile contingent has the power to lead change through action and media presence. Having had the opportunity to test an early prototype last winter, Greg is understandably excited for this new product to make its debut in the Revelstoke area later this spring. Taiga expect to pass through Revelstoke in early April. As well as leasing a snowmobile to Parks Canada for wildlife monitoring in Glacier National Park, they will also be organising a public demo event – keep your eyes on Taiga’s Facebook page for more information.

Revelstoke’s concentration of influential professional athletes such as Greg could encourage skiers, big mountain sledders, and snowmobile rental companies alike to convert to a more

responsible mode of backcountry travel through platforms such as social media.

Thanks to Taiga Motors, our town could be about to stage a snowmobiling revolution, where noise and air pollution vacate in favour of tranquillity, high performance and fewer trips to the gas station.

For piston-powered traditionalists, it’s likely the reaction to the new electric sleds will be as mixed as two-stroke fuel.

Will the e-sleds be up to the Revelstoke backcountry big-mountain sledding challenge? The proof will come in 2019 when Taiga is scheduled to release their first model. If they don’t find their way into the backcountry mountains at first, there is always the market for less challenging terrain, such as use by patrollers at ski resorts.

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History and culture of the Secwépemc people explored in new work New historical scholarship explores the language, laws, and society of Secwépemc people, whose lands extend to the Revelstoke area

By Jim Cooperman Secwépemc People, Land and Laws Marianne Ignace and Ronald E. Ignace McGill-Queen’s University Press (2017) A better understanding of Indigenous peoples is now possible, thanks to the recent publication of Secwepemc People, Land and Laws by Marianne Ignace and Chief Ron Ignace, with contributions from archeologist Mike Rousseau, ethnobotanist Nancy Turner and geographer Ken Favrholdt. Ancient stories, archeological evidence, archival records, ethnographic studies, linguistic research and first-hand knowledge have been masterfully woven together to create this comprehensive examination of the

Secwepemc peoples’ ancient connection to the land and the injustices they have endured for over 200 years.

Marianne Ignace is a professor of linguistics and First Nation Studies at Simon Fraser University and has authored and co-authored papers in various journals and books on the Secwepemc (Shuswap) people of the Plateau. Her interests are aboriginal land use and occupancy, ethnobotany, traditional ecological knowledge, ethnohistory, and the linguistic and anthropological analysis of Aboriginal language discourse.

In addition to being the Chief of the Skeetchestn at Deadman’s Creek, Ron Ignace is an adjunct professor at Simon Fraser University and he was fortunate to have been raised by his great-grand-

parents, whose parents in turn were born in underground homes and were adults before the settlers arrived.

Consequently, Ron became fluent in Secwepemctsin at an early age and grew up with a deep respect for his heritage.

The book begins with a look at the geological history as framed by the ancient stories of the transformers, who “tamed the land and made it inhabitable for future generations.” In doing so, the Ignaces have connected the emergence of their nation to the environmental history of the region.

In the chapter on archeology, we learn about the evidence from excavations that indicates human occupation in the Interior Plateau region began over 10,000 years ago. From the earliest days, when there was likely a low population density of small family groups until the Europeans arrived, the history is divided into horizons and phases as determined by the type of stone bifaces (spear points and knives) found.

Key eras include the Lehman Phase, when Coast Salish moved up to the interior about 4,700 years ago; the Shuswap Horizon about 3,000 years ago, when salmon became an important part of the diet; and the Plateau Horizon about 1,600 years ago, when bow and arrow technology was introduced from the Northern Plains.

Certainly, one of the most fascinating aspects of Indigenous culture is that there are so many distinct languages that help to define the numerous, diverse First Nations in the province. The This map shows the extent of Secwepemc territory, which includes the current day Revelstoke area. Image: courtesy McGill-Queen’s University Press

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Ignaces estimate that the roots of the Secwepemc language, Secwepemctsin, began some 4,500 years ago and eventually, two dialects emerged, Eastern and Western. There is an intricate structure to the language that connects it to the land and ancient experiences.

Unlike the unsustainable misuse of resources that is so common today, the Secwepemc people were true stewards of the land, the plants and the animals.

Careful and respectful management of resources was both part of their spiritual beliefs and their culture. Far more than simple hunter-gatherers, the Secwepemc utilized horticultural methods and habitat management practices that were an early form of agriculture. In addition, their egalitarian lifestyle meant that harvests and hunts were always shared and no one went hungry.

The Secwepemc sense of place that evolved over the millennia is intense and can be best understood by how their place names are an integral part of their stories. At one time, there were place names for every location in their territory and these names were derived from the experiences of past generations. Those names that have survived provide reference points to their history and help confirm the Secwepemc ownership of the land that was stolen from them.

While for the most part, the Secwepemc were historically a peaceful nation, there were border disputes that resulted in occasional warfare. Disputes were often settled with peace treaties including the famous Fish Lake Accord, which included marrying into the opposing Nation so to consolidate a kinship alliance between the two groups.

The core productive unit of Secwepemc society was the extended family, which functioned as a flexible, inclusive group. The key aspect of

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Authors Dr. Marianne Ignace and Chief Ronald E. Ignace recently won the Basil Stuart-Stubbs Prize for outstanding Scholarly Book on British Columbia for their book Secwepmc People, Land and Laws. family life was sharing and helping one another, as this was necessary given the need for self-sufficiency to survive. The section on genealogy includes lineage charts that trace ancestors back to the late 1600s that were prepared using baptismal records.

While the missionaries may have thought they were converting pagans to Christians, in fact, due to the language barrier the Secwepemc people were interpreting the prayers and practices in terms of their own ancient spiritual beliefs. However, the strict religious instruction in the residential schools did result in the loss of Secwepemc identity and spiritual knowledge.

The dispossession of Secwepemc traditional lands that began when Europeans arrived and their resistance to the European occupation is well chronicled.

Of great significance is the Memorial presented to Prime Minister Wilfrid Laurier in 1910, which describes their history since first contact and describes what should be a respectful relationship between the two nations according to their ancient laws. Described by the Ignaces as the Secwepemc “Magna Carta, the Memorial continues to serve a purpose today as it provides the “underpinnings of Indigenous nationhood.�

Adding insult to injury, after they were taught to farm the land and became very successful growing crops, settlers complained about the competition and so the government made it difficult for them to sell their harvest and allowed their water rights to be taken away.

The book chronicles their long history of fighting for their rights that involved a number of trips to Ottawa

and England, where they had one audience with the king that was fruitless.

Yet, despite over 150 years of fighting for justice, full and just recognition of Secwepemc title and rights remains unresolved.

One overriding theme throughout the book, is that despite the theft of their land and the attempts to eliminate their language and way of life, the Secwepemc people have managed to maintain and advance their culture thanks in part to their laws and traditions that have passed down from generation to generation. Above all else, the Ignaces have put to rest the misconception that Ingenious Nations were primitive people that were inferior to Europeans, as they clearly show how the Secwepemc indeed

had a sophisticated culture and treated each other, their neighbours and the environment with more respect than we see today in our supposedly advanced societies.

There are many insights that can be gained from reading this excellent, comprehensive book, all of which lead to a better understanding and more appreciation of the Secwepemc worldview, which was closely connected to their home place. Learning more about First Nation history is also a key step towards reconciliation.

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Prep for extreme weather After last year’s massive windstorm blew many Revy trees down, it’s time to look at preventative strategies for your yard.

By Lindsay Bourque Summers are starting to heat up in Revelstoke. And we’re not talking about visitor numbers but the shift towards hot and more arid conditions that are changing our landscape.

According to Environment Canada, last July was the driest ever recorded in Revelstoke, with only 4.8 millimetres of rain. Possibly last year was an outlier as overall annual rainfall in the years previous hovers around normal levels.

However, the social and economic costs should be considered with the frequency and intensity of our weather events. During summer months recently, we have experienced longer intervals between rain events and an increase in intensity when we do receive rain.

Consequently, the “normal” annual rainfall figure could be accounted for by a significant amount of rain that fell in just a few events. For example, while last July was the driest ever, it also received almost all of its rainfall over a few hours in one evening. This puts unprecedented stress on plants, especially in urban and semi-urban environments.

To complicate the situation even more, it is not simply the pattern of drought and precipitation that is having an effect on plants; scientists are cautiously starting to draw connections between extreme weather events and are understanding their cumulative nature.

For example, as the drought pushed on last summer, we experienced what has been called the most intense windstorm in Revelstoke’s recorded history. It saw a low-pressure system move through parts of the Columbia and Kootenay regions, bringing a series of thunderstorms. But because the atmosphere was so dry, the rain evaporated before hitting the ground, increasing the momentum created by the cold front and there we saw those extreme wind gusts of up to 96 kilometres per hour.

Hundreds of trees came down causing extensive damage to homes and property. Many of the trees that came down were mature evergreen conifers that you typically find growing in moist environments.

During periods of drought, the small fibrous roots of woody plants will become desiccated, loosening the soil around root systems. This makes them unstable during high wind events or other stresses. While it is impossible to say whether or not any of these windfalls could have been avoided, we need to start developing strategies and practices that can help minimize the effects extreme weather events.

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The July, 2017 windstorm was one of the most powerful on record for Revelstoke. Here’s how to prep your garden for storms. Photo: Aaron Orlando Here are a few fundamentals: Prioritize water needs While new seedlings should be kept moist all the time, established trees only need three to four good deep soaks throughout the summer. Shrubs also make an important contribution to landscapes, helping to anchor and shade the soil and provide habitat value. Water infrequently but deeply to help develop a healthy root system. Grass and annuals should be low priority.

Keep up with maintenance This will increase the vitality of your landscape plants, making them more resistant to drought, disease, and extreme weather conditions. Avoid heavy pruning and fertilizing during the drought season.

Mulch, Mulch, Mulch!

Using organic mulches like straw, leaf, bark or wood chips around plants helps keep the soil cool and reduces evaporation.

Choose drought-tolerant plants Water-wise plants are becoming staples in nurseries. Be careful when bringing plants from nurseries outside of Revelstoke, as plants that work in Salmon Arm won’t necessarily do well here. In general, plants such as junipers, salvias, coneflower, blue oat grass, nasturtiums, thyme, Lavender and our native spirea are excellent choices when it comes to drought-tolerant plants.

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LIFE

The joys and challenges of raising kids in Revy The good, the bad, and the trendy

By Imogen Whale Growing up in mountain town paradise sounds like a dream, and Revelstoke isn’t just any small town. It’s a unique location, a backcountry mecca with a thriving downtown and a strong sense of community. It’s a place that will rally behind people to get them back on their feet again. There are clearly challenges, such as the physical isolation that can occur during winter, and the lack of amenities for older kids. However, all in all, people agree that raising kids in Revelstoke is pretty rewarding.

Revelstoke is lucky enough to have been involved in an early childhood education pilot program. A local committee enacted a plan of how to best address the needs of children aged under six years. Multiple groups collaborated, and this resulted in the Early Years Center at Begbie View Elementary. Here, parents can enjoy playgroups like Leap Land, StrongStart, a lending library, and access to resources and information. It is also where Interior Health hosts Grow With Me clinics and a speech pathologist. Downtown, Community Connections also offers a multitude of playgroups and resources in one building.

Parents of young children love the access to multiple resources. Stacey Lamont has a preteen and a toddler and the age gap has given her a unique perspective. “In terms of early childhood, Revelstoke has worked hard over the past twelve years to make this a great place to raise children,” she explains. “There are more activities, groups and resources and the atmosphere is more inclusive and welcoming.”

Marlene Krug agrees, noting the multiple parks, pool, and how easy it is to get kids into nature. “We love exploring the flats and forests,” Krug says, “and Rev-

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elstoke keeps getting better with a skate park and possible water park happening.”

Like many parents, Jenn and Josh McLafferty initially moved to Revelstoke for the access to outdoor adventure. When children came into the picture, they unequivocally knew Revelstoke would be an amazing place to raise them. “There is so much here,” McLafferty explains, “ample baby/toddler programming, a recreation centre, sports clubs, schools and, of course, a ski hill in the backyard.”

“Basically is has the amenities of a big city for kids in a small town,” Lafferty says. “The community is amazing, so you know if your kid gets in trouble there will likely be someone they know around to help them out. We also love that the little friends our kids have now will probably be the same friends they have when they graduate. I think there is a really nice stability in that.”

Rebecca Marchildon agrees. “Neighbours are friends here and parents are eager to help each other out, which is wonderful,” she notes. “There is so much to do outside here. My kids skate, ski, snowmobile, toboggan, snowboard and practice yoga, even though they are very young. All we need now is a large indoor area for the older kids to burn off steam in poor weather.”

When Bruce Thomas and his family moved here from the city, it felt like, in the best way possible, being transported back in time. “Safety, space, fresh air and water, natural beauty and most social, educational, and cultural amenities

are here,” he says. “It’s the kind of place you can be a hands on parent.”

Many parents polled for this article love that they can be involved with their kids doing outdoor activities and there is a trend of trying to raise children who pursue outdoor sport. Parents are happy their children will be strong skiers (downhill or Nordic) and capable outdoors people. Numerous children report that this winter, whenever they ride the chair or gondola with those on vacation, they are always met with the phrase “you’re so lucky to live here.”

Another plus for Revelstoke is that their parents hope and believe their children will also have a natural appreciation and stewardship for the environment around them.

Now that younger children have been afforded access to so many opportunities, there is hope that Revelstoke

Clockwise from top centre: Author Imogen Whale and kids at the Revelstoke Saddle Club. (photo contributed) Mom Rebecca Marchildon and family in Revelstoke. (photo contributed) Josh and Jenn McLafferty on the ferry to Nakusp. (photo contributed) A day out downtown. Photo: Katie Langmuir.

will focus on meeting the needs of older children and teens as well as children from low-income homes.

However, some parents, who did not want to be named, told of how the trendy winter paradise is only for those of economic privilege. For children of low-income homes, winter can be long, dark, and boring.

“While my kids love playing in the snow, my son won’t learn to ski or skate unless it’s in a school program,” one mother explained. “It’s not just the cost of the programs, I wouldn’t be able get him to them.”

When it comes to the questionable condition of the highways, many parents voiced their concerns. “I could see it being more difficult later on if the kids get into sports and need to travel a lot for them. The roads are scary; we haven’t left this winter,” Lafferty says. “Other than that though, I can’t imagine a better place to raise kids.”

Thomas also sees the remote location as a drawback

for older teens in the pursuit of athletics or academics.

His own teenage daughter has currently moved back to Toronto with family. “She wanted to excel in school and there are some limitations in classes and extracurriculars here,” he explains. In fact, four additional families mentioned their teens relocating to various cities to allow them to pursue their passions.

Regardless, the Thomases are still happy with the decision. “We came to Revelstoke for paradise,” he says.

“Not upward mobility.”

A gifted dancer and actor, Hailey Christie Hoyle’s family relocated to Edmonton so she could attend the Victoria School of Arts (VSA) in Edmonton and her brother could attend a high school with a specialized hockey program. Prior to moving, Christie Hoyle had been commuting to Salmon Arm several times a week for dance training. Revelstoke, she notes, has high levels of training for many disciplines, but for passionate and motivated kids, at a certain level moving to a larger center is the best choice to improve your chosen craft.

While Christie Hoyle initially wished she had discovered VSA earlier and attended for longer, she has no regrets about growing up in Revelstoke. “It shaped me into who I am today,” she explains. “I have a strong sense of self and believe growing up here is one of the reasons I have good self esteem. I was able to grow up doing anything I wanted with a great support system around me. Revelstoke provided me with a safe place to learn, play, make mistakes and discover myself.”

Like any place, there are challenges for different segments of the population, but overall, for parents who thirst to introduce their kids to a lifetime of health and passion for the outdoors, who thrive being part of a community of other parents and enjoy accessing all the resources available here, Revelstoke is the place to be. * Schools, city, ECE and other programing were not contacted for this article. It is strictly parent-based.

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GARDENING

Grow for spring Prepping your yard for the better

By Imogen Whale The snowbanks in Revelstoke are still on the melt, but spring is on the horizon! As the days get longer and the sun grows warmer, there are several things anyone living in Revelstoke can do to help the nature that surrounds us thrive this growing season.

Pollinators are an environmental necessity. Bees, butterflies and other beneficial insects — as well as various birds — all act as pollinators and they can be easily tempted into your yard. If you don’t mow your lawn, or if you have a space free to be a wild zone, sprinkle wildflower seeds throughout your yard.

Alternatively, ditching some turf and planting flowers of your choice in plant beds or pots is just as good.

When it comes to bees, solitary species are incredibly effective pollinators. In an attempt to encourage bee populations in Revelstoke, the North Columbia Environmental Society (NCES) is hosting a workshop in mid to late April, where participants are able to build a pollinator hotel suitable for cavity nesters such as mason and carpenter bees. If buying or building a pollinator hotel isn’t on the cards for you, consider leaving a patch of dirt in a sunny location. Cover the ground with twigs and leaves, making it suitable for ground pollinators such as

bumble and digger bees.

Bats are well worth encouraging in your space. Bats are great reducers of nuisance bugs like mosquitoes. Bats indigenous to the Revelstoke area have found their populations plummeting across Canada due to White Nose Syndrome. In fact, the Kootenay Community Bat Project encourages people to report all bat sightings. Bat boxes can be purchased at the local farmers market. If you prefer to build your own, the NCES is hosting a bat-home building workshop Saturday, June 2nd.

If you plan on having a vegetable garden, look into buying seeds from a reputable seller. Local health store Mountain Goodness Natural Foods carries seeds from Salt Spring Seeds, a company specializing in heritage and heirloom seeds.

On March 22 at the indoor market, check out the seed swap hosted by the Revelstoke Local Food Initiative.

Finally, as the grass begins to flourish, consider leaving it to grow a little longer this year. Longer grass requires less water to sustain it. Leave dandelions, which are both early food for many pollinators and suitable for human consumption.

You can add them to any salad for a splash of colour, make dandelion tea, or enjoy the greens. Avoid using toxic weed killers, which adversely affect pollinators and eventually leach into the earth.

A bountiful Southside garden. Photo: Aaron Orlando Xeriscaping, a type of landscaping that utilizes less water than a traditional grass garden, is an exciting option. The NCES will be hosting a xeriscaping workshop this spring in partnership with the Okanagan Xeriscaping Association and the Revelstoke Community Housing Society, the date has yet to be determined.

As the days get longer and the tem-

perature goes above freezing, enjoy planning the little ways you can help the environment and enjoy your green space.

For the most up to date information regarding NCES projects, classes or workshop, head over to northcolumbia. org.

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NUTRITION

How does your garden grow?

By Cori Baker, CHN One of my fondest memories growing up was puttering around with my dziadzia (grandfather) in his garden, asking him at every moment, “Can I pull out the carrots yet?” As a child, just pulling a carrot from the ground was amazing, and then being able to eat it too? Mind boggling.

Being able to grow your own food is an empowering feeling.

What was it that made that freshly picked carrot grown with love taste so amazing? It was the plants’ chemical compounds. A mix of micronutrients consisting of the many vitamins, minerals and hundreds of thousands of phytonutrients that scientists are only just recently starting to discover. The mix can be quite complex. To give you an example, here’s the somewhat known chemical composition of a single organically grown strawberry: • Vitamins: C, E, B6, biotin, folate, niacin, pantothenic acid, riboflavin, thiamin • Minerals: calcium, potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, copper, boron, iron, iodine, manganese, molybdenum,

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zinc • Amino acids: histidine, isoleucine, leucine, phenylalanine, threonine, tryptophan, valine • Phytonutrients: anywhere from three to five thousand known plant secondary compounds, including ellagic acid, lutein, seaxanthin, and beta-carotene Want to make things even more complex? Tomatoes make phenylethanol from phenylacetaldehyde, which is made from phenethylamine, which is derived from phenylalanine. Quite the science tongue twister, isn’t it? This compound needs that to make this compound, but that compound needs this to make that compound. How is one to keep track of all of these? I delegate this task to my food.

So how can we make sure we get all the micronutrients we need? Eat real, nutrient-dense foods like vegetables composed of nature’s magic potion.

Scientists don’t have all the answers, in fact, they probably never will. If human cells had the ability to verbalize answers, we could just ask them what’s actually

going on inside and what they need to keep things running smoothly. But until that day comes, we can only hypothesize how all of these chemicals work in our bodies and their synergistic abilities.

Nature knows best and has outlived humans by thousands of years so it must know something that we don’t, right?

Benefits of your very own vegetable garden When you eat your own organically grown fruits and vegetables, you tend to pick them when they’re fully ripe, getting the greatest amount of micronutri-

ents required to maintain bodily functions. If your body doesn’t get what it needs to fully operate, it chooses which functions will get the limited amounts, and pushes the others aside until more micronutrients are consumed. If there’s never enough available, eventually systems start to break down.

By growing your own, you reduce your consumption of pesticides, synthetic fertilizers, growth hormones, and antibiotics found in some commercially grown produce. A toxic buildup can interfere with a number of body systems including our neurological functions, endocrine system, the ability to ward off diseases, even behavioural issues in children.

You will learn to love healthy food.

The more you eat those rich tasting fruits and vegetables, the less you’ll crave the human-made flavours of other “foods”. Even though these “foods” will set off our reward receptors, they are devoid of many micronutrients that are essential to thrive. Next time you reach for that processed item, imagine those foods reaching your digestive system and saying, “Gotcha! You thought I was full of nutrients didn’t you? I just tasted like I was! HA!” Leaving your nutrient hungry cells to sadly retreat and make do with what they have, hoping it’s enough.

You’ll save money because you’re growing your own food and you likely won’t eat as much! When you eat more phytonutrients, you tend to eat less because your body reaches the feeling of satiation more easily. Plant compounds are essentially toxic, BUT because of this toxicity, our bodies evolved to stop

Taste the effects of the French terroir

By Heather Hood When I think of some of the classic wine regions of the world, the Rhône and the Loire Valleys in France come to mind. The Rhône is in the Southeast of France and the Loire is located in central France extending up towards the north.

Some of the reasons I enjoy tasting wine from all over the world is to taste some of the qualities that are imparted in the wine due to the effects of the terroir. Terroir can be defined as the climate, soil and terrain of a region, which all influence the characteristics of a wine.

I encourage you to try two or more wines of the same varietal but from different parts of the world and see if you can notice differently qualities in the wine.

Ex Nihilo Chaos Bianco 2015 Lake Country, B.C. $17.17 The Chaos Bianco is a blend made up of 50% Riesling, 25% Pinto Gris and 25% Gewürztraminer.

There are light floral aromas, with notes of peach, apple and lime on the nose and palate. It has a lovely finish that is long with a nice balanced acidity.

This wine would pair well with rich cheeses or spicy dishes.

Orofino Cabernet Franc 2016 Cawston, B.C. $26.22 Nutritious foods from your garden provide a complex array of essential nutrients that your body may be missing. us from overconsuming. Say goodbye to that uncomfortable feeling of nearly bursting and limited movement.

Tips for growing your vegetable garden Just like our bodies need nutrients, so do plants. The flavour of what you grow is largely influenced by what the plant eats, so use soil and compost rich in nutrients.

Grow lots of cut-and-come-again greens. Dark leafy greens are so important for us to eat, so make friends with salad. Tip: Massage greens with a bit of lemon juice or apple cider vinegar to tone down the bitterness and break it down for easier digestion.

No space, no problem! Try vertical growing crops. Vine plants like peas, beans and cucumbers grab a hold of anything they can get their tiny tendrils on. Tomato vines need a bit more structure to attach to and if you’re feeling super precocious, try MacGyvering a contraption using wires and panty hose (or even large brassieres) to hold large heavy fruits such as melons or pumpkins as they grow.

Curious if you have an inkling of green in that thumb of yours? Start small and plant easy to grow vegetables (greens, herbs, radishes, beets and beans to name a few). The feeling you get from seeing your very first vegetable bloom, no matter how small, is a gratifying one.

Maybe next year you can get crazy and try growing celery!

Weed, water, then weed some more.

Some weeds are actually quite nutritious, such as baby dandelion leaves, but the ones in your garden hog all the moisture and nutrients from the precious soil. I personally love to listen to music and sit on the grass while weeding. This connection of the electrical frequencies in the human body with the Earth’s electrical energy can help us feel more “grounded.”

Revelstoke is one of the best places to learn how to grow a vegetable garden. Check out The Revelstoke Local Food Initiative (www.revesltokelocalfood.com) for a ton of resources to get you on your gardening way, including plot rental opportunities coming up in April and May. The LFI also have Garden Guru Workshops throughout the growing season to further your garden learning.

Ever heard of the Seed Library at the Revelstoke library? Right there beside all the books at the end of the shelf, you’ll find a variety of locally donated seeds that are available for anyone to help themselves to.

So find a plot and build a garden.

Work together with friends. Maybe your elderly neighbour could use a hand in the garden in exchange for a few veggies and berries? See what you can create this year with some dirt, a few seeds, a sprinkle of water and a touch of love. That first bite of something fresh from your garden might just remind you of what real food is supposed to taste like.

Orofino does an excellent job at allowing this wine to express its varietal characteristics. This is achieved through the use of wild yeasts during fermentation and minimal oak flavouring and by not filtering the finished wine. In this wine, there are fine to medium tannins, light body with subtle oak in the palate. There are flavours of raspberry, cherry and a slight herbaceousness, which is reminiscent of a Loire-style wine.

This wine would pair well with tomato dishes, barbequed meat and soft, strong cheeses.

Cellier de Monterail Costieres de Nîmes 2016 Rhône, France $16.22 When taking the time to enjoy this wine, give it a chance to open up and breathe. Let it breathe by pouring it in your glass, or, if you know will drink the whole bottle, then decant the wine by pouring the whole bottle into a larger vessel. Red wine from the Cote du Rhône is generally excellent quality for the price and this wine is no exception. Characteristics of this wine are ripe and juicy red fruit, medium tannins and a hint of spice. This wine would pair well with roasted or grilled meat, hearty vegetarian dishes and hard cheeses.

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#vanlife is growing each year in Revelstoke, as travellers seek to see the globe on a budget, or just plain can’t find an affordable place to live in Revelstoke.

Running down the cost of living through #vanlife

By Bryce Borlick Not long ago I was living in a van. I had quit my job, sold my home, and traded the comforts of familiarity for the comforts of a camperized Chevy. For the six months that I travelled in it I had everything I needed, including million dollar vistas that cost me nada. It made a lot of sense. And, yes, I was often down by the river.

It turns out, it makes a lot of sense to a growing number of people who have chosen mobile dwellings. Some are employed full-time, some pick up contract work on the go, and some just focus on recreation. But the common thread is drastically reducing the cost of living without compromising the fulfilling lifestyle that they’ve chosen. In other words, #vanlifers, like our two friends below, are out skiing and biking and climbing while most people are working for the man.

David Koewler’s 1986 Vixen 21 HD

Brittany Gustafson, a yoga teacher by trade, arrived in Revelstoke this past winter in a customized school bus that she built in Kelowna.

Revelstoke Mountaineer: What is your set-up?

Brittany Gustafson: I own a 2002 Thomas Flat Nose school bus. I bought the bus for around $5,000 and have put at least $5,000 into it. I stripped the bus down and then started from the ground up. I built walls and flooring and framed out a bathroom.

RM: What amenities have you packed into this 40-foot bus?

BG: There are two couches at the front, one can be used as a guest bed. The kitchen has a four-burner propane stove, mini fridge, drawers, and pantry. There is a fold up table along with some seating. In the back of the bus there is a wood burning stove and a bed at the very rear. There is also a bathtub/shower and space for a toilet.

RM: Why a bus?

BG: I love living in something completely my own that I am allowed to change and move at any time. I want to be able to put my effort into actual living and traveling. The bus is able to go almost anywhere and although it doesn’t have solar just yet I am able to live in it off grid, which I think is amazing. The roof of the bus also makes a killer deck to chill out with some friends and watch the sunset.

RM: Any downsides?

BG: Struggling with moisture in the wintertime and then trying to survive in the sweltering hot summer. I have learned to appreciate living in a house. Being able to wake up warm and take a nice long hot shower. It sure is a humbling experience but I wouldn’t change it for the world.

RM: Plans for the future?

BG: Continue to travel in my home. Also might use the bus for Airbnb as I travel to Australia come winter time next year.

RM: Any advice for a would-be #vanlifer?

BG: Insulation isn’t something to cheap out on.

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The interior of Brittany Gustafson’s 2002 Thomas Flat Nose school bus. Photo: contributed

the line before production ceased in 1989. Today, they are a rarity on the roads and David Koewler and his partner Jean were lucky enough to get their hands on one of these collectible machines.

DK: Right now, yes. When we get back to Seattle, maybe. We will definitely live in it on weekends and Airbnb our house, but have been pleasantly comfortable in it on this trip so far and may potentially do full-time.

RM: What is this unique RV? David Koewler: It is a Vixen 21 TD. It was made by the Vixen Motor Company in Pontiac, MI in 1986. The whole thing fascinates me.

RM: How has it changed your lifestyle?

DK: My previous lifestyle was to live in a house and go to work every day. We always wanted to travel, but we like to have our nest. We spent the fall traveling around South America and loved it, but it just would’ve been so much sweeter with this thing. Having the ability to wake up somewhere new every day, cooking your own food, listening to your own music, and having layers of your favourite things all around you. That and waking up to coffee and then snowboarding 20 minutes later.

But getting nickel-and-dimed for little things that you need is awful. I’ve spent so much money on screws.

RM: Can you give me a breakdown of its amenities?

DK: There’s a tiny little bathroom onboard with a flushing toilet and a sink and the whole thing turns into a shower. There’s a kitchen sink, hot water, a two-burner stove, a fridge with a functioning freezer. There’s a full-ish size bed, tidy little cabinets throughout, and a four-piece dinette that also converts into another little bed.

RM: And the top pops up like a Westfalia, except sideways. “Hot dog style” as you put it. It’s bone stock?

DK: Except for the subwoofer and fancy speakers and amplifier because I love loud music.

RM: Where are you headed after Revelstoke?

DK: We’re going to see a Winnipeg Jets game and are pretty excited about it.

RM: Do you live in it full time?

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OPINION

The snow makes cycling and even walking a challenge in Revelstoke in winter, but there are steps the city could be taking to improve the situation, writes columnist Fraser Blyth. Photo: Fraser Blyth

Encouraging walkability and bikeability in a snowy city

By Fraser Blyth One of the things I was struck by when I first moved to town about a decade ago, was just how incredible our city’s snow-clearing system is. It’s true, it’s not always perfect. It’s easy to notice the lack of snow clearing, while at the same time complaining about rising taxes. But these two things are tied together, and we can’t, and shouldn’t expect to have it perfect all the time. The sidewalks and streets that are plowed before you get up, the loader that clears your driveway are things that most other cities in Canada could only dream of. And this has big implications for promoting walkability and bikeability in winter months.

Like many progressive cities, Revelstoke is encouraging walking, and biking as alternative forms of transportation. Reducing car use has several benefits for both residents and the city. It’s a form of physical activity, keeping us healthier and happier. Choosing to be a one-car family can save an estimated $8,600–$13,000 per year for the average Canadian. For the city, reduced car use, means less wear and tear on our roads, less runoff pollution in our streams, and less climate change contributing emissions.

As a one-car family with two young kids, walking and biking is a huge part of our family’s transportation network year-round. One of the reasons we chose to be a one-car family is because it’s really easy in Revelstoke. Our relatively flat city (with the odd hill to climb) makes walking and biking really easy. Without trying, Revelstoke has created the infrastructure needed to promote walking & biking for a lot of residents. It may not be your cup of tea, but for those without access to a car, the ability to walk and bike is critical. But with snow much snow, the wintertime can be a real challenge.

So what can the city and citizens of Revelstoke do to encourage walkability & bikeability year-round?

Here are a few things the city can do to encourage more year-round biking and walking: 1. Prioritize snow clearing for important pedestrian/cycling routes and routes to school. Even if not clearing the streets (on weekends) making sure that sidewalks are clear can make a huge difference, especially for people with mobility issues or those pushing chariots; 2. Develop a long-range plan to create bike lanes that are cleared for year-round use (see Scandinavian countries for how to do this right); 3. Maintain some infrastructure year-round. Identify a spot to build covered bike parking downtown and monitor its use. The whole, ‘If you build it, they will come’ idea can encourage more people to bike if they know there’s a safe, snow/rain-free place to park their bikes; 4. Better coordination between the city and other governing bodies. This is especially noticeable at our local schools. Walking on cleared sidewalks to the school property, only to have to navigate uncleared, icy/snowy sidewalks the second you 30

hit school property is enough to give up walking altogether. The result is more cars clogging up the drop-off area; and 5. Better enforce winter parking issues (see below).

As citizens, we can do our part too. Review the City’s SeeClickFix page during the winter and you’ll see a ton of reports relating parking and snow clearing. The City Views Newsletter in February reminded residents about snow removal and parking within the city. Here are some simple steps can help make life easier for pedestrians, bikers, and snow clearing staff: 1. Don’t park on the sidewalk. Parking on the sidewalk means that pedestrians have to walk around on the road. While not a huge issue for most, this can be challenging for people pushing chariots or people with mobility issues, especially when the parking lane hasn’t been plowed and is 30-plus centimetres deep. This is a ticketable offence.

2. Clear your parking spaces and park your cars on your property. Not parking on the street (or sidewalk) makes it easier for pedestrians to get by, and makes snow removal quicker and easier for city crews. The city’s policy is that vehicles can only be parked on the street for 24 hours at a time. Beyond that vehicles may be towed to better accommodate snow removal.

3. Slow down when people are walking on the street. The odds are, they’re not there by choice, but by necessity.

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New Revelstoke skatepark design unveiled The new Revelstoke skatepark design was unveiled at an open house in late February. The skatepark will be located at Kovach Park where the existing skatepark is located. The new design totals about 16,000 square feet, and is a reduction from the previous 20,000 square foot design, due primarily to funding restrictions. Construction on the new skatepark is slated to begin in early June with a target completion date of late September. The park was designed by New Line Skateparks, a Langley-based design/build contractor recognized as the leading skatepark builder in Canada. The park features three main areas. The peanut bowl features a nine-foot transition with tiles around the coping. The large flow bowl section provides mellower transition and pump sections. Finally, the street area includes common street skateboarding features such as ledges, rails, banks and stairs.

The project has been championed by the Columbia Valley Skateboard Association since 2011, a Revelstoke-based non profit formed to get the project done.

They’ve put on countless fundraisers and have been active in attracting grant funding for the park.

To find out more, and to donate to the project, find them on Facebook at Columbia Valley Skateboard Association.

In February, New Line Skateparks unveiled the new design of the Revelstoke skatepark slated for construction in Kovach Park starting in June.

Images: New Line Skateparks.

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A Revelstoke Spring Makeover It’s been a long winter and to shake out the snow, we’re looking towards spring style that is typically breezy and colourful. Our model Amber has gotten used to the laidback snowboard style so we put her in the chair for some Birch & Lace magic. The salon’s founder Sara Sansom gave Amber a bouncy spring do with fluttering eyelashes and a pop of colour on the lips.

“It’s a bright lip, not too much, still fun,” Sansom said. “And I feel like fresh curls are always nice for spring.”

Love Making Designs is a local clothing company that are known for their printed tees and hoodies. They also offer other brands that fit their style, including the dresses and accessories shown here.

“For this spring and summer we will have new dresses. We’re also printing tops in new designs that reflect our earthy and wildlife orientated style,” Kiley Dare from Love Making Designs said.

Check out the range at Love Making Designs on 110 Mackenzie Ave or book a style session with Birch & Lace Salon on 114 First Street West.

Model: Amber Hair and makeup: Sara Sansom of Birch & Lace Salon Clothes: Love Making Designs Photos: Katie Langmuir | katielangmuirphoto.com

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Amber wears a floral EMK Dress | $85 with a delicate Mt. Begbie necklace | $58, Kalika bracelets | $28-$34, and a Kilner side bag | $70. Shoes are model’s own.

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Amber wears a polka dot EMK Dress | $65 with long Arrow & Plume earrings | $32 and a set of Kalika bracelets | $28-$34. Shoes and hat not retail.

Amber wears a floral kimono from Buttercream Clothing | $68, over a Love Making Designs tee | $44. She is accessorised with a Kalika mala necklace | $98 and a Kilner tote bag | $129. Shoes and jeans are model’s own.

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(Rachel & John ) They met this season at a Revelstoke winter solstice bonfire party, meeting each other’s gaze through the flames as chunky snowflakes sizzled on the red cedar embers.

Since then, they’ve been inseparable as they explored the local mountains. If you toured The Gorge, Burnt Knob to Rogers Pass, maybe you saw their light illuminating their bright blue tent as they camped out, waiting for fresh tracks in the morning.

Rachel is originally from Canmore, but moved to Revelstoke for the tighter community and better snow. John was born and raised in Vernon and came to Revy this year for access to the best backcountry snowboarding in B.C. The spring thaw brought the thing they’ve been dreading all summer. John’s due back at a work camp in Northern Alberta, where he does geotechnical work in the oil patch. Rachel works as a sous chef and guide at a high-end fishing lodge on the B.C. coast. In the day, she guides boat tours to see the resident killer whales. In the evening, she serves up fresh sockeye to the guests.

Revelstoke is a melting pot, where people from all over the world intermingle and share their love for the mountain lifestyle. Its remoteness, coupled with the calming effect of a blanket of fresh powder, makes the rest of the world seem way further away than it already is.

Over the winter, trouble was brewing in western Canada. Politicians on either side of the Alberta/B.C. border rattled sabres over pipelines and B.C. wine. Opportunists did their best to sow division, promoting differences over commonalities.

For John and Rachel, the controversy was a topic of discussion as they drifted to sleep listening to the sound of wind buffeting their tent, the snowflakes tinkling on the nylon. But, despite the best efforts of those pushing divisive rhetoric, it couldn’t separate John and Rachel.

On their final day in Revelstoke, they met at the Columbia River over a bottle of Copper Moon Shiraz and said their goodbyes. Once their bank accounts are flush again in the fall, they’ll reunite again in Revelstoke for another magical season in the mountains.

Models: Kylene and Makunda (Ky and Mac) Hair: Tegan Dean of Birch & Lace Clothes: The Cabin Photos: Katie Langmuir | katielangmuirphoto.com

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Ky wears a Burton Mood Indigo Lima Funnel Neck pullover | $109.99 with a Burton Ivy soft shell pant | $219.99. She wears a Burton Spire beanie in deja blue | $39.99 and Oakley Latch sunglasses | $160.

Necklaces made by local artists, available at Birch and Lace. Bag is model’s own.

Mac wears an Analog Transmission flannel | $89.99 over an Oakley Stealth tee in fired brick | $35.00 with Vans slim worn jeans | $75. He wears a Burton Family Tree cap | $34.99 with Oakley Double Edge polarized sunglasses | $230.

Ky wears a Burton Sadie jacket in harvest gold | $199.99 over a Burton Grace flannel in harvest gold haze | $69.99 with a Burton Ivy soft shell pant | $219.99.

She wears a Burton Gringo tawnie beanie| $29.99 and Oakley Latch sunglasses | $160. They drink a Copper Moon shiraz.

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An inside look at Boulder Mountain Resort’s newest developments

By Louise Stanway Driving West out of Revelstoke, it can be difficult to keep your eyes on the road and away from the rugged mountains that command attention from every line of sight. Boulder Mountain Resort, located just 3.5km out of town, invites you to take a break and appreciate all that nature’s skyscrapers have to offer. With a great variety of accommodation options available year-round, there is something for all budgets and walks of life.

But why not just head into town instead? Ray Redekopp – President of the Redekopp Group and owner of the resort –points towards the trailhead for Boulder Mountain, which sits only metres away from the entrance to the BMR campground. In the winter months, the mountain is home to some of the best snowmobiling trails in North America and can be accessed right from BMR’s

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doorstep. The mountain’s showcase of wildflowers, diverse terrain and panoramic views, has made it a popular summer destination too, for both hikers and mountain bikers alike.

With the above in mind, Redekopp believes that Revelstoke has truly become a four-season destination. Recognizing the town’s diverse, growing clientele and meeting their demands is a key driving force behind the expansion. “The biggest thing that we’re focusing on is nature”, he explains. “If you look outside your window, all you’ll see is river and mountain. It offers a totally different experience from one you will get in town.” Another key value that continues to steer development is functionality. As well as being conveniently close to town, the ski resort, and backcountry sled and ski trails, BMR further aids its guests’

needs by its well-thought-out design.

The resort is geographically split in to two sides, separated by a ravine. This separation allows for noise control as well as ensuring the expectation of each demographic is met.

The west side of the resort boasts luxury two-bedroom cedar cabins, fully equipped with a queen-sized bed and TV in each room, a space to dry gear, a kitchen with a two-burner stove, fridge and microwave, an in-suite washer and dryer, as well as access to an on-site hot tub. “When it came to the cabins” said Redekopp, “we wanted something to look rustic enough to fit well with the landscape, but with enough convenience and amenities to still be appealing.”

More cabins are on the way too; at least eight two-person-occupancy structures are currently being built, with plans to debut this fall. These cabins are available at a starting rate of $100 per night.

Another attractive feature of the westside is the main building, which is separated into two apartments. These newly renovated apartments sport a complete kitchen and spacious communal area, as well as offering access to a large dry room, laundry facilities, hot tub and swimming pool. Guests staying here, or anywhere else on site, have access to a mechanical shop with heated floors and plenty of equipment storage. These apartments are available for rent starting at $300 per night.

If you’re someone who feels more relaxed on the seat of your sled, rather than curled up in bed, then BMR has something for you too. Jack and Jill Sleepers are single-occupancy accommodation options for those who are

looking for a comfy, affordable spot to rest their head for the night. These bedrooms include amenities such as TV, desk, sink and a shared bathroom.

Starting at just $40 per night, this space is ideal for singles or groups passing through town on a budget.

Glamourous camping – or, ‘glamping’ – is where modern luxury and raw nature meet. Glamping is a concept that Redekopp and his team have welcomed with open arms as they move forward with their exciting developments. In high season, glamping spots will be available to guests that are looking for the thrill of being amidst the beautiful BC wilds, while eliminating the need to carry, or set up, their own gear. Guests can enjoy these tent-like structures, equipped with beds, wooden stove and storage space for $75 per night.

Better yet, taking the previously paradoxical concept of, ‘the comfortable adventure’, one step further – or higher – comes the birth of the treehouse cabin. The scenic east-side of the resort will sport a treehouse cabin which sits above a ravine, providing guests with unique views of the river and valley below.

Climb into this treehouse for as little as $100 per night.

Just past the treehouse you will find close to 30 RV spots with a minimum of 50-amp service, as well as further tent sites. There are trails already in place which allow easy movement around the site as well as ideal dog walking routes.

Improving access to the resort is next of the agenda Redekopp. The team is hoping to organize a shuttle service for the campground, to allow guests ease of movement to and from town. Permis-

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Boulder Mountain Resort is located at the foot of Boulder Mountain on the Trans-Canada Highway.

The resort is under new ownership and undergoing a major transformation that includes new cabins, facilities and glamping spots. Photos: Keri Knapp/ Revelstoke Mountaineer Magazine sions to build a culvert for better access to the site from the highway have also been applied for. If their bid for two further acres of crown land is approved, there will be more interesting developments to come, one of which being a walking and biking trail leading straight from the site into the Big Eddy. But for now, watch this space.

For booking enquires, head to www.bouldermountainresort.ca or call on 250-837-4420.

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