Rossland Vacation Guide 2012

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Rossland British Columbia, Canada Vacation Guide 2012

Rossland

Fresh Quality

Our deli delights everyone!

• Enjoy over 1500 items from our international aisle • Our meat is cut fresh daily in-store • Great selection of cheese & seafood • Fresh, local and organic produce

Web Saver Coupons • Weekly Specials Deli • Prepared Meals • Party Trays

Full-Service Grocery Store in Uptown Rossland 250-362-5206

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Delicious food, conscientious service and wonderful wines make Gabriella’s Goldtown Dining a perfect choice for an exceptional evening with family, friends, associates or that intimate special date.

Enjoy the REDroom’s cool vibe while snacking on appetizers (including the best pizza in town) or enjoy a fully satisfying meal from the lounge or dining room menus and possibly stay to compliment it with your favorite beverage while enjoying the best stage in Rossland presenting entertainment from homegrown to full party mode. Gabriella’s Restaurant at Red Mountain Village offers patrons a “totally Italian” experience where family and friends can come for pizza and pasta, a couple can enjoy a romantic evening or you can meet your friends at Uriah’s bar for wine tasting and appetizers.

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Goldtown dining and The Redroom are located in The Prestige Mountain resort in downtown Rossland (formerly the Uplander Hotel) Open daily at 4 p.m ~ Phone 250-362-7375

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Rossland MuseuM

& Historic Le Roi Mine Rossland is a four-season recreational paradise. Stay awhile and enjoy our warm, friendly hospitality.

The mountains, our treasure.

Open Daily from mid-May to mid Sept, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

NEW Gift Shop • Gold Panning • Snacks • Guided Site Tours Junction of Highways 22 & 3B, Rossland 250-362-7722 1-888-448-7444

MayoR & CounCil of CiTy of RoSSland 1899 Columbia ave, Box 1179, Rossland, BC V0G 1y0 T: 250-362-7396 f: 250-362-5451

www.rossland.ca

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Rossland

Recreation, Education, Culture

Facilities: Seasonal, Outdoor Swimming Pool | Arena | Curling Rink | Beginners to Advanced Bike Skills Parks | Hundreds of kilometres of trails around Rossland | Four neighbourhood parks and playspaces | Two outdoor tennis courts | Two baseball fields | Large soccer field | Programs: Preschool, Youth, Adult and Senior programs | Public Skating | Swimming lessons | Advanced Aquatic Courses Recreation Department 1899 Columbia Ave, Rossland

250-362-2327

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Rossland Chamber of Commerce 2197 Columbia Ave, Box 1385 Rossland, BC V0G 1Y0 T: 250-362-5666 F: 250-362-5399 commerce@rossland.com www.rossland.com Design & Production:

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elcome to the 2012 Rossland Vacation Guide! We hope it will help you make the most of your Rossland experience.

Rossland’s confluence of culture, adventure and lifestyle make it a truly special place to visit and an idyllic place to reside.

For those who are here to take advantage of our four seasons of unbridled play, the Rossland Range will never disappoint. And our charming downtown core will delight with heritage buildings, boutique shops, spas and restaurants. For a more cultured experience, there is plenty of art by local artisans and live music to fill your soul.

For history buffs, Rossland boasts a rich mining history full of colourful characters and tales of boom and bust. Incorporated in 1897, Canada’s Alpine City is nestled in a crater of an ancient volcano at an elevation of 1023m (3410 ft). The town came into existence when the historical Dewdney Trail was built next to what is now Rossland, bringing prospectors in search of gold.

Rossland’s vivid past is a direct reflection of the cast of char-

Rossland circa 1897.

acters who came to mine its resources as early as 1890. By 1897, Rossland was the third largest city in B.C. The population was a bustling 7,000, with 42 saloons, four banks and 17 law firms. There were also four newspapers and a daily train from Spokane, Washington.

By 1929, the combined output of the main mines in Rossland totaled almost $165 million, earning Rossland the name, the “Golden City.”

Enthusiasm for the sport of skiing began with a young Norwegian named Olaus Jeldness who moved to town in 1896. Within two years he had organized a ski club and Rossland was ready to hold Canada’s first national ski championships, an event Olaus would dominate for years — his jumping skill second to none. Old stories are told of Jeldness jumping a train for an audience in front of the station. Since those early days, Red Mountain has been known as a premier ski destination.

Visit the Rossland Museum for the complete story on the area, or pick up a copy of the Historical Heritage Walking Tour brochure, available at the Rossland Chamber of Commerce and the Museum.

Rossland Fun Fact: > Rossland was incorporated in 1897. Founder Ross Thompson wanted it to be called Thompson but there was already a Thompson in BC.

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Rossland Museum & Archives

The Golden City

Artist stéphanie Gauvin Fine Art paintings and prints www.artiststephaniegauvin.com studio visits by appointment call 250-362-9132

2004 Columbia Ave. Downtown Rossland 250.362.9609 Open Tues-Sat 10-5, Sundays in December

Enhancing lifestyle through creative expression

artworks ROUGE GALLERY, ROSSLAND

Harry Manx, Jan 21 THe BreakMan, Feb 17 THe FugiTives, March 10 Lucas Myers wiTH ‘Deck’ (THeaTre), april 7 coMeDian erica sigurDson, april 29 aLso: unDer 19 FiLM FesTivaL, april 14 at the royal Theatre in Trail

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• Real Estate Transactions & Mortgages • Wills & Powers of Attorney • Leases & Easements • Statutory Declarations & Notarizing Documents

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So, relax and let us find the right morgage for you.

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ur unique mountain community privies inspiration for many local and visiting artists. Many diverse mediums are represented in this unique town, from potters and painters to craftspeople, filmmakers and musicians. Rossland is abundant with local talent. The community hosts a number of events and venues, which feature local artists’ work. The Rossland Council for Arts and Culture is involved in both visual arts initiatives, music and film events including fall/winter concert series. The annual Rossland Mountain Film Festival, held in November showcases local film and multi media presentations, music, film maker workshops and guest speakers . Iron Mountain Theatre, the professional Rossland based theatre company, delights audiences with their creative theatre including Ski Bum the Musical.

Stephanie Gauvin is just one of several talented local artists.

The Rossland Light Opera Players,

The Rouge Gallery

British Columbia’s oldest amateur musical theatre troupe, stages a different musical each winter. The group’s wardrobe and prop collection is in itself a glimpse into the history of Rossland’s dramatic past.

Located on Columbia Avenue in the heart of town in the historical Bank of Montreal building, the The Golf Fever Follies performs throughout Rouge Gallery gives local the summer months. artists a place to showcase their exceptional talents.

Every July and August for the past 25 years, the Gold Fever Follies put on a different show at the Rossland Miners Hall, which houses this lively young professional troupe. Each show is loosely based on the historic events and people of early gold rush days. The musical play delights with vivacious music, comedy and historical burlesque. It is a nostalgic experience not to be missed!

Rossland Fun Fact: > Many of the characters in the Gold Fever Follies are based on real people from Rossland’s past, such as Judge Begbie, Father Pat, Olaus Jeldness, Mrs. Allan, Big John Kirkup and a whole host of others.

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RED Mountain Resort is officially certified as a definitively “bad” resort, as voted by the Association of So Good it’s Bad Winter Resorts of North America. Documentation of said “suckiness”, or “too-much-pow-I-can’t-see #@$%!”, which singularly or collectively result in Recognizable Badness, as underlined in Charter 250 of the Unified Code of Shred, whereby terrain, conditions and overall vibe are so overwhelmingly “bad” (like, you quit your job bad), that they’re actually “good” (like, holy cow this is insane good), can be found at redresort.com/SGIB.

To crash at our place, dial 1-877-969-7669 Copyright © 2011-2012 Red Resort Limited Partnership, All Rights Reserved.

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nreal, dude!” I screamed to my ski buddy at the top of my lungs, doing my best not to inhale champagnelight Kootenay powder. I had an epiphany that day in 1998 on Mt. Roberts, during our annual road trip.

Words cannot describe the feeling I had after four days of non-stop storm snow, piling up knee-high, chest-deep, face-shot. Downright gasping for air — well, yes, it was as they say around these parts — “snorkel” deep, or is that “stupid” deep!

On that fateful day, I fell immediately in love with Red Mountain, its amazing sidecountry, and of course Rossland and its beautiful people. Red is such a kick-ass ski resort as it’s great for any skiing ability, but let me indulge you in a few of my favourite features.

Hitting your face, over your head, comparable to flying

through clouds — it can be downright spiritual. This feeling is what I yearn for and Red Mountain delivers, time and time again. Explore some of my favourite runs at Red, like Powder Fields, War Eagle, the Slides, Ruby Tuesday and my new favourite, Captain Jack’s Trees!

Some of the terrain is, simply put, the most challenging anywhere. Steep chutes, vertical faces, perfectly spaced trees, cliffs, rollovers, tree hits, road gaps, frozen ice falls, snow ghosts — you name it, Red has it all.

For those interested in a bit less intense ride, Red offers a great variety of beginner and intermediate terrain that can be accessed from the four lifts situated on the hill — Red chair, Motherlode chair, Silverlode chair and Paradise chair.

For first-timers and tots, Red also offers a Magic Carpet and a T-Bar that whisks you up very gentle terrain for a great learning experience. Why not sign up for a ski or snowboard lesson at Red while you’re at it? You’ll get a new Kootenay outlook on life. ➤

Rossland Fun Facts: > The first World Cup Ski Race was held in Canada in 1968, at Red Mountain. > The first chairlift in Canada west of Quebec (Mont Tremblant the only other) was built in 1947 at Red Mountain. ➤ > Olympic Gold Medalists Nancy Greene and Kerrin Lee Gartner both grew up skiing the slopes of Red.

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For sidecountry enthusiasts, Mt. Roberts is one of four easily accessed sidecountry peaks that Red Mountain has to offer.

Record Peak, Mt. Grey and Mt. Kirkup complete the line-up as a backcountry rider’s paradise.

All who head out beyond boundaries must be trained in avalanche safety and first aid, or should hire a certified guide who will ensure a safe, positive outdoor experience. Red Mountain offers avalanche safety courses and guides to all our visitors.

Before you go out, definitely check avalanche and snow pack conditions at www. avalanche.ca. For those who would like to read about some of the backcountry options around the Rossland Range, pick up the West Kootenay Backcountry Guide by Brad Steele, available in most outdoor equipment stores.

Cat skiing and cat boarding with Big Red Cats and Valhalla Powdercats is an excellent way to satisfy your need for fresh powder. Both offer qualified guides showing you all the best untracked gladed trees and bowls — all yours for the taking!

The folks that make up this colourful mountain community are unlike anywhere in the world. As you make your way up the chairlift, please don’t be alarmed if you suddenly get assaulted by kindness from complete strangers who will proudly show off their mountain and their favourite powder stashes... well, maybe not all their secrets, but enough to make you feel like a Red Mountain lifer.

— Harry Allard

Snow + SkAte+ Style

Go BiG! 8 mountains • Over 500 untracked runs of gladed trees and bowls • separate trips for expert, advanced, & intermediate skiers & riders • Lodging, cat skiing & lift packages available • or just come for the day

Call up to 3 days in advance for standbys

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2105 Columbia Ave, Rossland

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ski@bigredcatskiing.com (250) 362-2271 or (403) 668-4305

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Black Jack Cross Country Ski Club

Sales & rentals for cross-country skiing (classic & skate) Touring skis & snowshoes Running shoes, outdoor apparel & mountain lifestyle clothing

Our facilities: • 3km from Rossland, near Red Mountain Ski Resort • Site of the 2011 Haywood NorAm & Teck Sprint Series • Approx 40km of trails for both classic and skate skiing, expertly groomed with our Pisten-Bully Edge tracksetter • Recent improvements: 2.5 km of lighted trails, biathlon range, new trails, new stadium for racing and teaching • Season starts in November and lasts well into April • Day passes from $15 • Season passes available • Instructional programs for all ages

The best Nordic selection in all of the Kootenays OpeN 7 dayS a weeK at 2020 washington St

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Rossland’s only full service Nordic shop

Experience the silence of the forest in winter

Kiosk: 250-364-5445 www.skiblackjack.ca

Something for everybody!

Trail Aquatic & Leisure Centre T

he Rossland Chamber of Commerce has a mission to enhance, promote and represent the business community of Rossland, “The Golden City.”

We are a not-for-profit organization consisting of businesses in Rossland and the surrounding area.

22 person hot tub • steamroom • 150 ft. waterslide 8-lane main pool • leisure pool with spray features diving boards • lap lane always available 3,000 sq. ft. fitness centre • personal training aqua fitness and birthday party packages available

We encourage you to invest in a Chamber Membership for the benefit of your business and our community.

Call ahead for hours of operation

2197 Columbia Ave, Rossland, BC v0g 1y0

1875 Columbia Ave, trail 250-364-0888

Over 160 Rossland and area businesses have discovered the value of membership.

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ith four superb cross-country trail networks less than an hour’s drive apart, Rossland is a true cross-country ski destination!

And the locals agree: between the Black Jack Ski Club, the Castlegar Nordic Ski Club, the Beaver Valley Ski Club, and the Nelson Nordic Ski Club, there are over 2,000 club members.

To Biathlon Range With a regional population of only about 30,000, that’s some cross-country skiing enthusiasm!

Thanks to abundant snowfall and high elevations, the season starts early and ends late. Dedicated Nordic stores with full-service sales and rentals will get you equipped and ready to hit the trails. And if needed, local instructors are happy to teach you the ropes.

On the trails you’ll find beautiful alpine views, open meadows, enchanting forests, cozy cabins, a Nordic terrain park for kids, a biathlon range, lit night skiing... and fun.

Cross-country skiing is consistently ranked as the world’s best fitness activity, due to its total-body yet low-impact + nature. And it’s a great way to get outdoors in the winter and get fresh air. It’s also one of the most inexpensive sports out there: a day pass is anywhere from $5 to $15. Skiing is believing!

— Wannes Luppens

Black Jack Ski Club

A Nordic Skier’s Dream Pick up a copy of the Nordic & Back Country Map at Kootenay Nordic Sports or the Black Jack kiosk or email info@ tourism rossland.com

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Rossland Fun Fact: > Rossland has the highest per capita cross-country skiers in Canada. We should become the cross-country ski capital of Canada!

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2012 Calendar of Events **Dates and events may be subject to change

Apr 15 Apr 29

Redstone Golf Resort Opening Day (tentative) Comedian Erica Sigurdson, RCAC Concert Series

May May 19 Opening Scramble at Redstone May 26-27 Men’s Open at Redstone

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June June 9-1

Rossland Winter Carnival

January 2012 Jan 11-14 Canadian Open Freeskiing Championships - Junior Red Mountain Resort Jan 18-21 Canadian Open Freeskiing Championships – Senior Red Mountain Resort Jan 21 Harry Manx in Concert, RCAC Concert Series Jan 27-29 Rossland Winter Carnival Jan 26-28 Blizzard Music Festival Febuary Feb 17 Feb 24-28

The Breakman, RCAC Concert Series FIS Miele Cup Race, Red Mtn

March Mar 2-4 BCSA Snowboard Cross, Red Mountain Resort 14

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Contractors Tournament at Redstone Aug 13 BSIA Tournament at Redstone

Mar 3

Annual Blackjack Loppet, Blackjack Cross Country Ski Club Mar 4 Kootenay Cup, Blackjack Cross Country Ski Club Mar 7-11 NorAm Ski Cross & Open Showdown, Red Mountain Mar 10 Brendan Macleod and The Fugitives, RCAC Concert Series

Rossland Mountain Market

Mar10-18 Kokanee Spring Festival, Red Mountain Resort Mar 17 Cliff Dive, Red Mountain Resort Mar 22-25 Salomon Presents The Gathering, Red Mountain Mar 31 Kokanee Slush Cup, Red Mountain Resort

September Sept 2 Revolution Cycle & Service Presents Seven Summits Poker Ride Sept 7-9 Rossland Golden City Days Sept 8 Rossland Fall Fair Sept 9 The Ruby at Redstone Sept 13 Men’s Sr. Open at Redstone Sept 15 Fly Wide Open at Redstone Sept 22 Battle of the Border at Redstone Sept 26 Redstone Men’s Club Championship October TBA

Taste of the Kootenays

November TBA Rossland Mountain Film Festival December Dec 1 Rekindle the Spirit of Christmas

April Apr 7

Dummy Downhill and Seasons Passholders Appreciation, Red Mountain Resort Apr 7 Lukas Meyers and his one man theatre show “Deck,” RCAC Concert Series Apr 9 Last Day at Red and Deck Party, Red Mountain Resort

Tracy Mercer

December 2011 Dec 17 Red Mountain Resort opens (tentative date) Dec 17-18 Haywood NorAM Teck Sprint Series, Blackjack Cross Country Ski Club Dec 25 Breakfast with Santa, Paradise Lodge, Red Mtn

July July 8 Ladies Red/Birch Challenge at Redstone and Birchbank July 15 Ladies Club Championship July 28-29 Border Cup at Redstone August Aug 10

Dave Heath/Tourism Rossland

Ongoing Third Sun The Rossland Council for Arts every month and Culture presents Joe Hill Coffee House Thursdays Rossland Mountain Market 2-6pm June – Sept Tuesdays Ladies Night at Redstone Wednesday Men’s Night at Redstone

Mixed Championships at Redstone

Golden City Days

Summer story

Hot summer Days beaches, camping and power boating ong lazy days by the lake, fantastic walkopportunities. ing and hiking options and plenty of camping Whether you prefer fly fishing, opportunities make Rossland’s summers truly casting, trolling spectacular. or ice fishing, the Local walking and hiking South Kootenay trails in and around Rossland is second to offer many options. Start at lonone. It seems cal favourite Centennial Trail, a leisurely stroll wherever you along the reservoir. Or for something a little cast a line, the more challenging, consider the five- to sixfish are biting. A hour hike up to Old Glory summit, Rossland’s Before you head off to hike the trails around Rossland, short 20-minute alpine peak just north of town off Highway 3B. pick up a copy of the Rossland drive from RossFor a complete experience with nature, trail map at Revolution Cycles and Service or email info@ land, the mighty camping opportunities abound in this area. tourismrossland.com Columbia River Provincial Park campgrounds at Nancy Greene offers some of Park, Texas Creek Campground (Gladstone the best fishing in the world. Pick up a copy Provincial Park), Syringa Campground, and Old Glory hike of Kootenay Fishing at any Visitor Information Kokanee Springs Provincial Park provide Centre to find out where you can cast your line! idyllic locations. Just two blocks from the Rossland Museum Or you might want to try horseback riding in the Rossland is the Lions Campground, located in a beautiful park-like setRange. Rossland’s Record Ridge Riding offers one-hour to ting with flush toilets, showers, sani-station, barbeques, free full-day guided horseback trips, plus overnight excursions. firewood and more.

Record Ridge Riding can accommodate both experienced and On those really hot days, lakes in the Kootenays will cool inexperienced riders. you off and refresh your soul. Nancy Greene Provincial Park There is so much to do and so much to see around Rossland (29km from town) is the perfect swimming hole and camping in the summer, that if you manage to leave you’ll be sure to spot for the entire family. Further along to the west, Christina come back for more.

Lake’s warm waters offer loads of summer fun with sandy

Rossland Fun Fact: > An easy, wide, hard-packed 5km loop trail gently meanders around Nancy Greene lake. The trail follows the shoreline, offers lake views and will lead you through a marsh area as well as a mixed forest of pine, spruce, fir and larch.

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ariety is the spice of life, so the saying goes, and when it comes to mountain biking in the Rossland area, it’s downright zesty. Rossland has an extensive trail network that spans some 170 kilometres and offers an array of enticing options. Before you go, pick up a Kootenay Columbia Trail Society (www.kcts.ca) trail map at Revolution Cycles or Tourism Rossland and don’t forget to ask about new trail development. Shuttle drops are available — be sure to stop into Revolution Cycles to enquire. Ready to roll? Here are my quick picks to keep your Rossland cycling adventure sizzling:

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Two Chilies, Please There is an abundance of quality intermediate trails in Rossland. To spice it up, my nearby favourites include Milky Way, Green Door and Cemetery. Linked by Roger’s and starting near the old Mining School location, these trails can be ridden in any combination (up and down) for an afternoon feast.

For some fresh flow, a new network is being developed at the far end of the Blackjack Cross Country Ski Area off Highway 3B. Don’t miss the new Larch Ridge trail and the descents on BS and Monticola . It can be done as a loop if you ride up the forestry road after COG to the highway.

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If you’re a seasoned rider looking for a challenge, Rossland won’t disappoint. There’s too much goodness to list, but here are a couple of my favourites: For a challenging all-mountain rip, try climbing the new Red Top up Red Mountain, and veering onto Redhead on the descent.

Another great pedal is across Drakes and Doukhobor Draw then up Tamarack to the classic Whiskey descent.

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Bike rentals Full service shop Group rides with shuttles Everything else you need, road or mountain!

Rossland Fun Fact: > The Seven Summits trail, the crown jewel of the Rossland trail network, was awarded the 2007 ‘Trail of the Year’ by Bike magazine.

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With spectacular views of the Selkirk and Monashee Mountains, this 18-hole championship course is a fully mature, tree-lined classic.

Known for its large manicured greens and contoured fairways, this extremely well maintained, great walkers course offers an enjoyable experience for all golfers.

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Glorious Golf Don’t forget your camera, Redstone is famous for postcard viewscapes on every tee box.

Another option just 10 minutes away from Redstone is the Rossland Trail Country Club at Birchbank. Located above the Columbia River, golfers will appreciate its classic serenity and expansive, walkable fairways. Keep an eye out for mountain goats on the rock bluff across the river.

There are many other beautiful courses scattered throughout the region, stretching from Grand Forks and Christina Lake in the west, through to Castlegar and to Nelson and Balfour in the east. It is simply a golfer’s paradise!

For an alternative to golf, try frisbee golf, or “Frolf.” The skillfully cut, 18-hole disc golf course located at the Black Jack Cross Country Ski Club has superb views of Red Mountain and the Rossland Range.

Rossland Fun Fact: > The Cominco Metals Company built the original nine hole course at Redstone in 1927 and also built the original clubhouse, which is still in use today.

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Located within the City of Rossland, Redstone is only a four-minute drive from main street Columbia Ave. Secluded in a rich, tree-filled valley, Redstone has its share of elevation changes, streams, ravines, deep bunkers and other hazards to navigate. Give these a wide berth and a good score is possible, however a big score is possible if you try to bite off more than you can chew.

The greens at Redstone are large and not overly contoured. Pay special attention to all angles while on the green — new visitors frequently see the wrong break when reading a putt.

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RETAIL BUSINESSES & SERVICES 101 Alpine’s Holistic Healing - E4 102 Bear Country Kitchen - F3 103 Beer & Wine Store - F3 104 Best Food Mart - F3 105 Better Life Fitness - F3 106 Butch Boutry - F3 106 Café Books West - E3 107 Century 21 - F3 108 Dandilion Wellness Centre - E4 109 Delicious Baby Shop - F3 110 Essential Body - F3 111 Estique Aesthetics - F3 112 Feather Your Nest - F3 20 Ferraro Foods Grocery - F4 114 Infinity Physio - G4 115 Jelly Bean Junction Toys - F3 116 Judy Griffiths Notary - F3 117 Kootenay Nordic Sports - F3 118 Legacy Gift Shop - F4 119 Lifestyle Properties - E4 120 Liquor Store - F4 121 Little Red Sweet Shoppe - F3 122 Loolu’s Lost Sheep - F4 123 Mainstage Gallery - F3 126 Mountain Muse - F4 127 Mountain Nugget Chocolate - F3 128 Nature’s Den - F3 22 Nelson & District Credit Union - F4 129 Out of Cellar - F4 130 People’s Drug Store - F3 131 Powerhound - F3 132 Pro Hardware - E3 133 Red Pair Shoe Shoe - F3 134 Redpoint Footwear & Orthotics - F3 116 Rossland News - F3 135 Piste Off Supply Company - B2 136 Revolution Bike Store - F3 137 RHC Insurance - F3 138 Rossland Grocery - F4 139 Rossland Medical Aesthetics - F3 140 RossVegas Boardshop - F4 141 Rouge Gallery - F3 142 Royal Theatre - H4 24 Seven Summits Service - C3 143 Shine Salon - F3 144 Tails Pet Supplies - F4 145 Thrift Shop - E3 116 Trinity Massage Therapy - F3 146 Nature’s Path - E4 SCHOOLS 90 Ecole des Sept Sommets - F3 91 MacLean Elementary School - F3 92 Rossland Secondary School - F3 SERVICES 160 Associate Medical Clinic - E4 161 Chamber of Commerce &

Winter Infocentre - E4 162 City Hall - E4 163 Fire Hall - F3 164 Food Bank - E4 141 Gas Station - C3 165 Monashee Medical Clinic - F4 126 Nelson & Dist. Credit Union - F4 166 Post Office - F3 167 Public Library - F3 168 Rossland Museum & Summer

Visitor Information Centre - C3 161 Tourism Rossland - E4 169 Court House - F3

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Stylish & unique items for your little one and mom-to-be!

2118 Columbia Ave, Rossland, BC • 250-362-7588 Open Tues-Sat,10am-5pm • www.deliciousbaby.ca

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Pamper your pets at Tails!

Quality pet food & supplies Large selection to drool over Focus on Canadian products Gifts for animal lovers too!

www.tailspets.ca 2125 Columbia Ave. 250-362-5385

• Full Service Pharmacy • Personal Prescription Service • Wide Selection of Medications, Vitamins And Supplements For All Your Health And Wellness Needs • Online Photofinishing peoplesdrugmart.com

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Destination shopping at its Best!

Adventure

We offer a complete shopping experience by mixing fashion and footwear with home decor and giftware in a unique environment. a casual and unhurried gallery-like atmosphere will inspire you to relax and explore every corner.

Your Dreams Start Here Skis • Snowboards • Snowshoes Outdoor Gear • Clothing • Footwear Hiking • Biking • Backcountry Fall Winter Spring Summer

2040 Columbia ave, Rossland

250.362.5311 • powderhoundstore@yahoo.ca

2067 Columbia ave., Rossland 250.362.7600

Exceptional Service, Superior Quality, Destination shopping Open 7 its Days at Best!

Nespresso We offer a complete shopping experience by mixing Kitchen fashion Aid and footwear with home decor and giftware in a Cuisinart unique environment. a casual and unhurried gallery-like Cast Iron will inspire you to relax and explore every corner. atmosphere Emile Henry Giftware Frozen Yogurt and Ice cream and more!

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Shoes for the Kootenay lifestyle

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n amazing diversity of premier shopping is waiting for you to discover in Rossland. As you stroll down our quaint heritage streets, you’ll quickly realize that you won’t have to go far to find what you are looking for. From the latest gear for year-round outdoor activities, fashion trends and footwear, mouthwatering chocolates and candies to locally crafted gifts and artwork, you are sure to find that special something that you can’t live without or perhaps a gift for those who had to stay behind.

Our downtown is home to many locally owned and operated shops. The person across the counter will likely be the proprietor, someone who sincerely cares about and is happy to accommodate your every shopping need, whether it is gift wrapping, packing to ship or just sharing the name of their favourite coffee shop.

— Janet Fraser Bear Country Kitchen Seller of quality kitchenware including Emile Henry, Breville, Cuisinart, Henkels, Mario Batali, Kitchen Aid, and much more.

Butch Boutry Ski Shop Rossland’s original ski store, with everything a skier needs.

MainStage Gallery

Cafe Books West A proudly independent bookstore with a book selection that has been described as eclectic, interesting and well-rounded.

Delicious Baby and Toddler Boutique Stylish, unique items for your little one and mom-tobe, with furniture, strollers, bedding, clothing, shoes and The Red Pair more.

Feather Your Nest Specializing in bed, bath and spa, and the premier retailer of down products and luxury linens in the West Kootenay.

Jelly Bean Junction Quality toys, train sets, classic dolls and dollhouses, games and puzzles for all ages, and lots of Jelly Belly jelly beans! ➤ Rossland Vacation Guide 2012 | www.rossland.com

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Boutique Shopping

Cozy up to the fireplace after a great day of skiing or enjoy an evening out • Great Food • 9 Premium Beverages on Tap • Amazing View of Red Mountain • Family Dining Area • Pool Table & Club Keno • Private Function Room • Open daily at 11am, year-round Located between Rossland and Red Mountain 3052 Highway 3B • 250-362-5814 www.rockcutpub.com

The BEST Coffee Artisan Breads Gourmet Paninis Pizza Fridays Fresh Baking “Absolutely the best coffee in the Trail/Rossland area – you’d have to drive to Nelson for anything close to comparable. So hard to find a decent latte at most places but here it’s almost always perfect.” – tripadvisor.com

Kootenay Nordic Sports The best Nordic selection in the Kootenays, touring skis and snowshoes, running shoes and outdoor apparel.

Legacy Gift Room Fantastic range of giftware including jewelry, spa products, candles, indulgences, garden products, home decor and more.

Little Red Sweet Shoppe Handmade turtles, candy and baking, chocolates, fudge, licorice, ice cream and retro candy!

Loolu’s Lost Sheep Fine yarns and accessories,including organic, and fair trade.

MainStage Gallery Antiques, collectibles, art, gifts and jewelry.

Mountain Nugget Beautiful hand-made chocolate truffles, boutique chocolate bars, and an assortment of chocolate confections.

Mountain Muse Wooden Creations Organically inspired, original designs of local and exotic wooden kitchenware, hair barrettes, serving and cutting boards.

Piste Off Supply Company Red’s exciting new retail store offering all the latest ski accessories, gear and fashions.

Out of the Cellar Offering a complete shopping experience by mixing fashion with home and giftware in a unique shopping environment.

Powderhound Skis, snowboards, snowshoes, outdoor gear, clothing and footwear — for all four seasons.

Revolution Cycles & Service Revolution serves as the hub of Rossland’s thriving cycling scene.

Rossvegas Boardshop The most popular names in skateboards, snowboards, and an extensive line of shoes, clothing and eyewear.

Tails Pet Supplies & Services A pet supply store dedicated to the health and well-being of your pet.

The Red Pair Shoe Store Casual footwear to reflect our fun loving inner soles!

Exquisite food made with fresh ingredients!

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Where to Dine

Red Mountain Resort

Downtown Rossland Alpine Grind CoffeeHouse 250-362-2280 Specialty coffees, gourmet paninis on homemade foccacia, homemade soups, artisan breads, fresh baking, fruit smoothies and frappés, thin crust pizza for lunch on Fridays — all in a cozy atmosphere with a fantastic deck.

Café Books West 250-362-5333 Visit our friendly, cozy and relaxing atmosphere to enjoy a delicious coffee or tasty treat while looking for your favourite book!

Clansey’s Cappuccino 250-362-5273 Voted the best breakfast spot in town! Reasonably The Drift priced and always

homemade. Serving specialty coffees and tasty homemade treats including Rossland’s famous cream cheese stuffed muffins!

Drift Izakaya 250-362-2190 Drift izakaya is a Japanese pub-style restaurant — casual and inviting, serving a variety of small plates ranging from sushi, sashimi and salads to noodles, fried chicken and world cuisine.

Gabriella’s Flying Steamshovel 250-362-7323 This award winning Pub may very well be the last remaining “saloon” from the gold rush days. Situated on the site where Louis Gagnon flew the very first helicopter, the Flying Steamshovel is Rossland’s local hangout. Featuring fantastic food, friendly service and great entertainment this is definitely a place to visit when you’re here!

Goldtown Dining Room & Redroom Lounge 250-362-7375 Gabriella and staff are busy with the all new lounge and dining room. All lounge and restaurant menus are complimented by live music, nightly specials and warm and friendly staff. Come have dinner in the restaurant with the family or sit in the lounge and sip a martini. We’re waiting for you! ➤ Rossland Vacation Guide 2012 | www.rossland.com

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or such a small town, Rossland has an amazingly high quality and eclectic dining scene. From the finest coffees and homemade baking, healthy breakfasts and lunches, and hearty pub food, to authentic Italian pastas, fresh sushi and creative fusion cuisine, even the most discriminating diners will end their meals with smiles on their faces.

Alpine Grind CoffeeHouse

Great food, drinks and tunes!

The West Kootenay’s first exposure to Japanese Izakaya (pub-style) dining, including sushi, sashimi, salads, noodles, fried chicken, Chinese, Korean and other world cuisine.

2104 Columbia, Rossland 250-362-2190

Sunshine Cafe

Serving Rossland for over 50 years All-day breakfast & daily lunch specials Main street patio Offering a full menu of gluten & dairy free choices 2116 Columbia Ave, Rossland 250.362.5099

One of Rossland’s oldest landmarks, this mountain-style inn features the historic “Flying Steamshovel Pub” – offering fantastic views from comfortable, affordable rooms and a Cold Beer & Wine Store conveniently located in the building.

Idgie’s Fine Food 250-362-0078 Located in one of Rossland’s heritage buildings, in uptown Rossland. Features specials of lamb, season fresh seafood, pasta and whatever else the chef feels like making. A great place you don’t want to miss. Reservations recommended.

Open daily from 5-10 pm.

Misty Mountain Pizza 250-362-5266 Don’t be denied....Get Misty-fied. Gourmet Pizza in many different varieties or create your own. Also chicken wings, caesar salad, desserts and drinks.

Subway 250-362-9131 Fresh sandwiches, salads, soups and cookies. Party platters available for any special event.

Sunshine Café 250-362-5099 Enjoy hot or cold breakfasts and lunches with freshly made soups, sandwiches, cookies and muffins. A unique à la carte menu allow you to create your own meal by adding your favourites to omelets and sandwiches. The Sunshine Café offers several wheat-free options. Open 7 days a week.

The Garage 250-362-5700 Come and visit the Garage and meet our friendly staff, enjoy the family style dining, a kids menu and happening lounge all located in the heart of Rossland’s business district.

The Underground Cafe 250-362-5005 Specialty coffees and teas – locally roasted. Homemade baked goods are all done in shop! Located at the Prestige Mountain Resort in downtown Rossland.

Village Restaurant 250-362-3390 Rossland’s only Chinese Restaurant specializing in Sichuan and Cantonese-style cuisine.

Check out our website at www.theflyingsteamshovel.com

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“Great food, great service and good times are always here at The Shovel.”

Alpine Grind

Paradise Lodge at Red Mountain Resort

At Red Mountain Gabriella’s Après Ski Restaurant 250-362-7547 No longer any need for that road trip to Fernie! Gabriella is now also serving her authentic Italian cuisine at the incredible Red Mountain Resort. From après ski appies and steak to her famous “Trip Around Italy.”

Gypsy at Red 250-362-3347 Creative fusion cuisine — at the base of Red! Beautiful tapas menu and international entrees. Fully licensed, excellent service and warm inviting fireplace. Reservations recommended and appreciated. Specialized menus for up to 50 people. Call for hours.

Red Mountain Resort 1-800-663-0105/250-362-7384 Newly renovated Sourdough Alley and Pizza is located in the main lodge. Paradise lodge has yummy soups, stews and sandwiches to fuel you up when skiing is too good to come down to the main lodge. Winter season. Group banquets and convention centre now open!

The Rock Cut Pub 250-362-5814 Located between Red Mountain Resort and the town of Rossland. The Rock Cut offers fresh daily specials for lunch and dinner. Enjoy the best hot wings in town or drop by for an après ski. Boasting the best patio and view, this restaurant and pub has a meeting room available for up to 40 people.

AT REDSTONE GOLF RESORT Redstone Clubhouse 250-362-9141 Wander down to the clubhouse at the Redstone Golf Resort and try out our menu. Join us for breakfast, lunch or dinner in our historical log cabin. Family friendly. Large patio and licensed. Banquets available. Seasonal.

Red Mountain Resort

Clansey’s

Consistent award winner for…

• Best Breakfast Spot • Best Lunch Spot • Best Brunch Spot • Best Coffee Spot Come experience the best...

Homemade Food & Baked Goods

2042 Columbia Avenue Rossland 250-362-5273

Espresso, lattes, caps & more WIFI Available

Village RestauRant Chinese Cuisine • Mon – Fri, 11 am – 8:30 pm • Sat, Sun & Holidays 4 pm – 8:30 pm • Take-out available • Daily Specials • Licensed

2032 Columbia Ave 250-362-3390

Friendly Staff • Family-Style Dining On and off-sight catering for all occasions 1890 Columbia, Rossland • 250-362-5700

The Underground Cafe formerly the rush Coffee lounge

in the Prestige mountain resort, rossland 1919 Columbia Ave

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The Essential Body Registered Massage Practitioners

Jane Theriault, ba • Barbara Penney Ste. 5 - 2118 Columbia Ave, Rossland 250-362-7238 Gift CeRtifiCAteS AvAilABle

Healing begins from the inside out 1919 Columbia Avenue / www.dandilionwellness.com 250-362-LION (5466) / Toll Free 1-877-362-9330

MASSAGE REFLEXOLOGY PEDICURES MANICURES WAXING DETOX FOOT SPA INFRARED SAUNA STEAM SHOWER HORMONE HEALTH Gift Certificates Available

Alpine’s Holistic Healing Kathleen Smythe, BSc, CHTP

Healing Touch (Chakra Balancing & Clearing) Craniosacral Therapy (Adult & Pediatric) Lymph Drainage • Energy Medicine Heart Centred Therapy Hot Stone Therapy Massage 1-877-378-0526 info@sunflowerinnbb.com www.sunflowerinnbb.com/wellness_spa.htm Suite 1-1995 Columbia Ave, Rossland 159 Alpine Rd, Christina Lake

Planning a wedding or vacation in Rossland?

We can help you look and feel your best at any age with our wide range of Medical Rejuvenation and Spa Services at any of our three elegant locations.

2038 Washington St, Rossland 250.362.7009 1.888.362.7009 www.rosslandmedispa.ca PlatinuM aWaRd WinneR 2011 foR SPa, HealtH and Beauty

Sports Injury Rehab Massage Therapy Acupuncture, IMS Scenar Therapy Vestibular Rehab Pilates Instruction

A casual and relaxed salon with luxury hair and esthetic services at an affordable price.

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Health & Wellness

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veryone needs a timeout for a pampering! After pushing your boundaries in the mountains, take some time out to soothe your soul and repair your sore muscles.

The Essential Body Massage Therapy was established in 1990. Jane and Barbara are registered massage practitioners offering therapeutic massage using various techniques and disciplines, including the popular relaxation massage.

DandiLion Wellness Centre & Spa provides leading edge programs available with licensed health care professionals in hormone balancing, heart disease prevention and detoxification.

The Natural Path Clinic spends sufficient time and personal attention in order to fully understand all the factors that may be affecting your body.

Rossland Medical Aesthetics and Day Spa helps you look and feel your best at any age. Advanced skin care and rejuvenation, manicures, pedicures, facials, body treatments, makeup, massage, acupuncture and sauna.

Physician-supervised lifestyle and nutrition coaching plus top-quality Canadian supplements for optimal health and energy are all available under one roof.

Estique Aesthetics Studio & Day Spa specializes in advanced skin and foot care. Jayne Doxtater is a licensed aesthetician, instructor and SCENAR Therapist and agent.

Alpine’s Holistic Healing, located in both Rossland and Christina Lake, offers healing touch, chakra balancing and energy medicine, hot stone therapy massage and more.

Infinity Physio Centre provides a wide range of services: sports injury rehab, massage therapy, acupuncture, IMS, and pilates and yoga instruction.

Rossland Recreation at the City of Rossland has a mandate to provide programming that is appropriate to the community’s requests and needs, and that will promote recreation activity and physical wellness for all age groups throughout the year. New programming is introduced each session, so be sure to check the website at www. rossland.com Better Life Fitness offers yoga and pilates classes as well as Rossland’s only full-service weight room facilities.

Open seven days a week.

Out of Bounds Fitness offers a variety of classes from spin classes to boot camp and personalized training depending on the time of year. Be sure to check out their programs online!

Shine Salon is a family-friendly hair salon, with full colour bar and aesthetician services. Walk-ins welcome.

Nature’s Den Health Store supplies supplements, vitamins, minerals and herbs, homeopathy, skin and hair products and books, all of the highest quality, by knowledgeable staff.

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Where to Stay Accommodation

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Phone Number

Aladar’s Guest Cabin

X country ski trails right at your front door, or walk to the ski hill! TV/VCR/DVD/PHONE/Laundry/ Stereo/ Full Bathroom. Min 2 night stay. Weekly and Monthly rates.

(250) 362-2110

Angela’s B&B & Guest House

Romantic fireplace suite or spacious kitchen suites. Hot tub, privacy, fun. Easy slide home from the pub.

(250) 362-7790, 1-800-663-0203

Casa Alpina

Immaculate clean rooms, free continental breakfast, wireless, guest laundry, minutes from downtown and Red Mountain Resort.

(250) 362-7364 1-800-663-0203

Flying Steamshovel

Located in the heart of Rossland. Newly renovated rooms and pub down below. Close to Red Mtn and Redstone Golf. Cold beer and wine store.

(250)362-7323

Greene’s Family Guesthouse

Relax in the comfort of your 2 bedroom home or the ground level 1 bedroom suite. Choose to eat meals in or experience one of Rossland’s fine restaurants. Hot tub.

(250)362-9405

Lion’s Campground

Open May to October, flush toilets, showers, sani station, free firewood, cook shelter, and some paved sites with full hookups. Located next to a park. No reservations.

(250) 362-5427

Mountain Shadow Hostel

Located in downtown Rossland. Kitchen, laundry, and storage.

250-362-7160 1-800-56-CARVE

Prestige Mountain Resort

Full amenity hotel in downtown Rossland.

(250) 362-7375, 1-87-PRESTIGE

Ram’s Head Inn

Located at the base of Red Mtn Resort. Fireside lounge, hot tub, TV’s and small fridges in every room.

(250)362-9577 Breakfast available! Close to mountain and nordic trails.

Red Barn Lodge B&B

Quiet neighbourhood, 13 acres of private meadows and woodlands. Direct access to backcountry trails.

(250) 362-2270 Summer in-ground pool.

Relax in the comfort of your own home!

Fully equipped • Wi-Fi Laundry • Hot tub

Greene’s Family Guest House 2461 St. Paul St, Rossland • 250-362-9405 Hosts: Rick & Sue Greene sue@snowhost.com • www.snowhost.com

Save your bread for Red, and stay with us!

Mountain Shadow Travellers’ Hostel Downtown Rossland

Private & dorm rooms available • Fully equipped kitchen •Lots of space to relax • Best prices in town

2127 Columbia Ave 250.362-7160 info@mshostel.com www.mshostel.com

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Red BaRn LOdGe

B&B & Guesthouse • 3 bdrm guesthouse, ensuite & private B&B rooms • Renovated barn on 13 acres of private grounds • Five minutes by car to alpine & cross country ski areas • Non-smoking • Outdoor pool

1107 Black Bear Dr, Rossland 250-362-2270 info@redbarnlodge.com www.redbarnlodge.com

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Description

Phone Number

Red Door Inn

One block from Columbia Ave, two stylish guestrooms, deluxe soaker tubs, private entrances. Bed/crib available.

(604) 836-3359

Red Mountain Resort Lodging

Let Red Mountain Resort Lodging custom build your vacation package and choose from a variety of accommodation options to suit every taste and budget.

1-877-969-7669, (250) 362-5553

Red Mountain Condo

Ski-in, ski-out, condo at the base of Red Mtn. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, private deck, fireplace, large dining area, and living room.

1-888-875-4733

Red Mountain Village

Ski in to luxury accommodations located at the base of Red Mtn. Hot tubs, fireplaces, private locations. Package available.

(250) 362-9000, 1-877-362-7668

Red Shutter Inn

Charming chalet located at the base of Red Mtn. Outdoor hot tub and sauna.

(250) 362-2271

River’s Edge B&B

Two beautifully appointed rooms. Located just 15 mins from Rossland. Beautiful garden, river views, outdoor hot tub.

(250) 368-8224

Rossland Log Cabin

Surrounded by natural beauty and offering guests the utmost in comfort and relaxation. Wander around the 23 acres of beautiful woods surrounding the cabin and breathe in the mountain air.

(775)230-0641

Rossland Motel

2 bdrm suites and bachelor units with fully equipped kitchens. Wireless internet. Stargaze from the outdoor hot tub.

(250) 362-7218 1-877-362-7218

Smith & Bean Guesthouse

Large vaulted ceiling, 4 bedroom home w/large desk and great view of Red Mtn. 2 fireplaces, washer/ dryer, wax/bike room. VCR/DVD/CD

1-877-450-6012, (250) 362-0062

Sunflower Inn B&B

West on Hwy 3B to 3, then west on 3 to Christina Lake. Take Alpine/Texas exit. Located on Christina Lake. 45 minutes to Rossland. Tourism BC Approved!!

1-877-378-0526, (250) 447-6201

Sweet Dreams Heritage Inn

Take a step back in time and enjoy the casual elegance of Sweet Dreams Heritage Inn. 3 blocks from downtown. Queen beds, fridge, cable TV free wireless internet and deluxe continental breakfast.

(250) 362-5156

Located on Black Jack Cross Country Trails!

Aladar’s Guest Cabin Angela’s B&B & Guest House Private suites with kitchens

Perfect for long or short stays Wi-Fi , hot tub, log fire, BBQs Quiet, central, near golf & skiing Come alone, or bring a big crew angela@netidea.com www.visitRed.com Gold Medal winner Rated “Soulful” by Powder Magazine

250•362•7790

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• Cross country ski right from your front door or walk to the ski hill • Built in 2007 • TV/VCR/DVD/Laundry/Stereo/ Full Bathroom/High Speed Internet • Minimum two night stay • Weekly and monthly rates available upon request.

Email or phone for further information 4650 Mann RoaD, RoSSLanD, BC V0G 1Y0 PHone: 250-362-2110 eMaIL : aLaDaR@TeLuS.neT

Sunflower Inn Bed & Breakfast • 3 beachfront rooms, ensuites & private bath • Covered deck, canoe, wireless internet • Queen beds with duvets • Mini spa with hot stone therapy massage • Beautiful lakeside/mountain setting • Near golfing, hiking, biking, trail riding, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, skiing 159 Alpine Road, Christina Lake

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Sweet Dreams Heritage Inn & Cakery Elegant bed and breakfast located in a beautiful historic home left virtually untouched for over 100 years. www.sweetdreamsheritageinn.com Custom Cakes, Cupcakes and Cookies.

Weddings, Birthdays, Any Occasion. www.sweetdreamscakeryrossland.com 2520 Kootenay Ave, Rossland (250) 362-5156 info@sweetdreamsheritageinn.com

RosslandNews Proud to be part of the community Available online and at newstands throughout Rossland 2114 Columbia Ave. 250-362-2183

www.rosslandnews.com

Free SuperStart® breakfast • Free Wi-Fi •Indoor pool, waterslide & whirlpool Kitchen & executive king suites • Children’s theme rooms • Free local calls Banquet/conference area • Business centre • 42” HD LCD TVs in most rooms In-room fridge, microwave, cable TV/HBO, coffee maker & hair dryer Children 17 & under stay free with adult Black Rooster Restaurant/Pub & Bubblee’s Liquor Store on-premise

Super 8 Castlegar

Destination Super ®

SUPER8.COM 1.800.800.8000

On Hwy. 11 • 651 18th St. • (250) 365-2700 Toll-free direct: (888) 828-5331 • www.super8castlegar.com

Renting & Selling Quality Cars at Great Prices Compacts • Mid Size • Full Size • 15 Passenger Vans Mini Vans • Moving Trucks TRAIL: NELSON: CASTLEGAR: CRESTON: CRANBROOK:

250-364-0211 250-352-5122 250-365-7100 250-428-9343 250-425-3004

Drive a Good Bargain

www.practicar.ca Anette DefRiAS

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Your Connection to Opportunity

CHrIstIne Albo

reAltor – ProPerty mAnAger

Call me for all your real estate & property management needs 1358 Cedar Ave, Trail 250-368-8818 ext 39 250-512-7653 cell christine.albo@century21.ca www.century21.ca/christine.albo

Bill Craig

250-231-2710 Rossland, BC bill.craig@century21.ca

Lifestyle

Century 21 Kootenay Homes Inc.

Properties

Wellspring Home Inspection

Residential and Commercial

Bob Reardon

Jodie Ouimet 250.368.7166

Rossland’s Realtors

Marie-Claude Germain Tamer Vockeroth 250.512.1153 250.368.7477

www.LifestyleProperties.ca

Box 1126, Rossland, BC V0G 1Y0

250-364-8894

bob@wspring.ca

a division of Wellspring Developments Inc.

Established in 1981, and providing Residential, Commercial, and Industrial Valuations, and Real Estate Consulting services. We have appraisal files on over 7,500 properties in the West Kootenay area. All members are in good standing with the Appraisal Institute of Canada.

2506 McLeod Ave, PO Box 509, Rossland , B.C.

T: 250-362-9696

F: 1-866-819-9189 rickturner@telus.net www.kootenaycolumbiaappraisals.com

The Technology to Get You Moving!

To have a local Real Estate Guide with links to interior photos emailed to you, contact me at mamantea@telus.net Honest, no-pressure sales

Mary aMantea

Cell/text: 250.521.0525 res: 250.362.7748

4th generation resident who knows the area well!

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A better wAy to build www.k2contracting.ca Rossland, BC 250-362-5552

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funny thing happens in Rossland — people come to visit, then never leave!

Synonymous with the prospectors of old, modern-day adventurers find riches in our community. Simply put, people get hooked on this town.

A thriving and steadily growing adventure tourism sector, connected with development and commerce, promises opportunity for all new citizens.

Successful Rossland business owners are true entrepreneurs: unique, independent, creative, and persistent in their goals to create a successful business community, complemented by a lifestyle second to none. They balance meeting the local community’s needs while providing exceptional service, world-class facilities, and quality products and services to locals and visitors alike.

With our enviable family environment and affordable real estate, Rossland is ripe for an investment in your future. Calling all entrepreneurs! Relocate your thriving business or start one on arrival — it will prove your best move yet!

Rossland is the unofficial “Nomadic Entrepreneur Capital of Canada,” which means that there is a very high ratio of home-based businesses to residents.

Make your FIRST stop to Rossland to the Rossland Chamber of Commerce, a non-profit, membership-based society, offers our members advocacy on municipal, provincial and federal levels. There they can help you with information about the community and starting up a business in our area.

Members of the Rossland Chamber have access to a business service centre conveniently located downtown. Market

ing, advertising and a connection to the community are just some of the benefits of membership. We at the Chamber welcome you to drop by for any information or assistance.

Email us at commerce@rossland.com or find our members directory at www.rossland.com.

Looking for

Employment in the Kootenays?

Call

250-368-6360 www.communityskillscentre.com Rossland Vacation Guide 2012 | www.rossland.com

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Iain Reid

Investing & relocation

Business Directory Accommodations Aladar’s Guest House Angela’s Bed & Breakfast Black Bear B & B Casa Alpina Christina Lake Vacation Rentals Flying Steamshovel Greene’s Family Guest House Lion’s Campground Mountain Shadow Hostel Mountain Town Properties Prestige Mountain Resort Rossland Ram’s Head Inn Red Barn Lodge Red Door Inn Red Mountain Condo Red Mountain Resort Lodging Red Mountain Village Properties Red Shutter Inn River’s Edge Bed & Breakfast Rossland Log Cabin Rossland Motel Smith & Bean Guest House Sunflower Inn B & B Sweet Dreams Heritage Inn

250-362-2110 250-362-7790 1-800-662-5255 1-800-663-0203 250-447-9334 250-362-7323 250-362-9405 250-362-5427 250-362-7160 250-362-5556 250-362-7375 250-362-9577 250-362-2270 604-836-3359 1-888-875-4733 1-888-969-7669 1-877-362-7668 250-362-2271 250-368-8224 773-230-0641 250-362-7218 250-362-0062 250-447-6201 250-362-5156

RETAIL & SERVICES Adventure Engine Air Canada Allanco Development Corp.

Alpine Holistic Healing Alpine Recycling Associate Medical Clinic Basin Business Advocates Bear Country Kitchen Better Life Fitness Best Food Mart Blind Ambitions Butch Boutry Ski Shop Café Books West City of Rossland Columbia Basin Trust Community Futures DandiLion Wellness Centre & Spa Delicious Baby and Toddler Boutique DynaPro Automotive Ltd. Empire New Media Essential Body Massage Therapy Estique Aesthetics & Mobile Spa Fresh Photo Feather Your Nest Ferraro Foods Four Winds Daycare Gerick Sports & Cycle Gold Fever Follies Gold Guild Geological Golden Bear Children’s Centre Greater Trail Community Skills Centre Hall Printing Hall’s Basics HLF Images Design & New Media Judy Griffiths Notary Keen Coffee Roasters Kootenay Dance Works Kootenay Nordic Sports Legacy Room & Brew Shop L J van der Hamm & Associates Little Red Sweet Shoppe Loolu’s Lost Sheep Mainstage Gallery Matthes Architecture Monashee Medical Clinic Mountain Muse Wooden Creations

250-362-7447 1-888-247-2262 250-231-5029 250-447-6201 250-367-0099 250-362-7307 250-825-4171 250-362-3355 250-362-2348 250-362-9088 250-362-7120 250-362-9516 250-362-5333 250-362-7396 1-800-505-8998 250-364-2595 250-362-5466 250-362-7588 250-362 5516 250-362-5232 250-362-7238 250-362-9454 250-512-9304 250-362-7730 250-362-5206 250-362-5233 250-364-1661 250-362-7362 250-362-5659 250-362-5856 250-368-6360 250-364-2300 250-364-2522 250-362-3394 250-362-6803 250-368-7554 250-368-8601 250-362-7071 250-362-7101 250-362-5274 250-362-5100 250-362-5383 250-362-9505 250-368-8828 250-362-9040 250-368-6855

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Mountain Nugget Chocolate Co. Natural Path Clinic Nature’s Den Nelson & District Credit Union Pacific Coastal Airlines Out of the Cellar Peoples Drug Mart Revolution Cycles and Service RHC Insurance Agencies Ltd. Rick Entress Web Design Rossland Financial Services Rossland Golden City Lions Rossland Grocery Rossland Historical Museum Rossland Medical Aesthetics Rossland Pro Hardware Rossland Public Library RossVegas Boardshop Royal Canadian Legion - Rossland Royal Theatre Trail Seven Summits Service Shelley Ackerman Design Shine Salon Sweet Dreams Cakery Tails Pet Supplies Trinity Massage Therapy Teck Trail Operations The Red Pair Shoe Store TMiller & Associates Tourism Rossland Vericho Columbia Mortgage West Kootenay Animal Hospital

FOOD & BEVERAGE Alpine Grind Coffeehouse Café Books West Clansey’s Cappuccino Drift Izakaya Flying Steamshovel Gabriella’s Après Ski Restaurant Garage Restaurant Goldtown Dining Room & Red Room Lounge Gypsy at Red Idgie’s Misty Mountain Pizza Rafter’s Pub - Red Resort Redstone Clubhouse Rock Cut Pub & Restaurant Rush Coffee Lounge Subway Sunshine Café Village Restaurant

250-362-3338 250-362-5035 250-362-7127 250-362-7393 1-800-663-2872 250-362-7600 250-362-5274 250-362-5688 250-362-7337 250-364-8845 250-362-5145 250-362-9410 250-362-5748 250-362-7722 250-362-7009 250-362-7300 250-362-7611 250-362-5858 205-362-5535 250-364-2114 250-362-7318 250-362-6806 250-362-2220 250-362-5156 250-362-5385 250-231-5040 250-364-4113 250-362-9662 250-362-9656 250-362-5666 250-362-6803 250-364-1910 250-362-2280 250-362-5333 250-362-5273 250-362-2190 250-362-7323 250-362-7547 250-362-5700 250-362-7375 250-362-3347 250-362-0078 250-362-5266 250-362-7384 250-362-9140 250-362-5814 250-362-5005 250-362-9131 250-362-5099 250-362-3390

CONTRACTORS Alpine Contracting 250-362-3375 Balsam Services 250-521-0379 Bear Environmental Ltd. 250-231-2151 Beta Maintenance Services 250-362-3345 Cantoo Electric 250-367-7776 Complete Finishing Systems 250-521-0955 Davies Sales and Service 250-362-7303 Focus Consulting 250-362-5137 Gold Guild Geological 250-362-9023 Henderson and Sons Construction 250-362-7362 Hil-Tech Contracting 250-364-0990 iTal Electric 250-231-8139 Junior Hamm Carpenter 250-231-5659 K2 Contracting 250-362-5552 Keystone Appraisals 250-368-6855 Kootenay Columbia Appraisals Ltd. 250-362-9696 Omineca Solar Designs 250-231-4454 Powder Pig Excavating Services 250-231-0801 Rosslandbuilder.com 250-362-7716

Rossland Renovations Selkirk Arbourist Seven Summits Contracting Skyward Energy Warfield Electric Wellspring Home Inspections

MEDIA Astral Media – EZ Rock Mountain FM Rossland News Rossland Radio Co-Op Rossland Telegraph Trail Daily Times REAL ESTATE Century 21

Mary Amantea Bill Craig

Richard Daoust

Paula Gaul

Christine Albo

Chris Bowman Lifestyle Properties

Jodie Ouimet

Tamer Vockeroth

Marie-Claude Germain

Dean Bulfone Redstone Golf Resort

250-231-1242 250-368-7375 250-512-9353 250-231-9055 250-368-WIRE 250-364-8894 250-368-5510 250-365-7600 250-362-2183 250-362-0080 250-362-5232 250-368-8551

250-368-8818 250-368-8818 250-368-8818 250-368-2271 250-368-8818 250-368-8818 250-362-7366

250-362-2144

REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION Rent-A-Wreck 250-364-0211 Queen City Shuttle & Charters 250-352-9829 ARTISTS & ARTISANS Doell Photo Gold Fever Follies Mountain Muse Wooden Creations Jennie Baillie Artworks Stephanie Gauvin Artist Richard Philip Soltice Gallery Rouge Gallery Rossland Light Opera Players

250-362-5522 250-362-9063 250-362-7272 250-362-5519 250-362-9132 250-362-7717 250-362-9609 250-362-5665

RECREATION OPERATORS Big Red Cats 250-362-2271 Black Jack Cross Country Ski Club 250-364-5445 Canadian Ski Quest 250-362-9060 Christina Lake Golf Course 250-447-9313 City of Rossland Recreation Department 250-362-7396 Columbia River Power Rafting 250-364-2922 High Mountain Adventures 250-362-7700 Kootenay Dance Works 250-362-9122 Out of Bounds Fitness 250-362-5727 Record Ridge Riding 250-231-5360 Red Mountain Academies 250-362-7388 Red Mountain Resort 250-362-7384 Red Mountain SNOW PHONE 1-877-404-3118 Redstone Golf Resort 250-362-9141 Rossland Mountain Adventures 250-368-7375 Rossland Trail Country Club 250-693-2255 Snowwater Heli Skiing 1-866-722-7669 Valhalla Powdercats 1-866-722-7669 OTHER IMPORTANT NUMBERS & websites bhubble.com Information for Drivers (Drive BC) www.drivebc.com Fire/Ambulance/Police Emergency 911 Tourist Information 250-362-5666 BC Parks www.bcparks.ca Report a Forest Fire cell: *5555 Animal Control or SPCA 250-368-5910 Avalanche Bulletin 1-800-667-1105 Greyhound Bus Lines 250-368-8400 Weather www.weatheroffice.gc.ca

Test of metal

A history forged from great vision and creative inspiration ALL SEASONS: Visit our Interpretive Centre for an Interactive Site Tour, Suite 200, 1199 Bay Avenue, Downtown Trail • 250.368.3144

Children must be 12 years of age or older to participate in the tour of the Electrolytic and Melting Plant.

MAY TO SEPTEMBER: Visit the Rossland Museum Teck Wing, Hwy 3B Rossland • 250.362.7722

Come experience how we continue to play more than a “miner” role.

Teck Trail Operations, www.teck.com

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Rossland Vacation Guide 2012 | www.rossland.com