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Growing up in Saskatchewan, Kamloops artist Eileen Leier’s first experience with salmon was the tinned version consumed during winter months. When Leier witnessed her first salmon run in B.C. in 2010, she was blown away by the number of sockeye thundering past. Drawn back again in 2014, she stood on the banks of the Adams River, framed on either side by the Little Shuswap Indian Band Reserve and the Roderick Haig-Brown Provincial Park, and witnessed one the world’s largest salmon runs with 15 million seeking to spawn that year. The number of people traveling from near and far to spy on the salmons’ journey, locals mixed with international spectators all hoping to experience the natural phenomenon, became a subject of fascination for Leier. People’s interest in the salmon run captured her imagination, as did the little village setting that grew around the run. Her latest exhibit, Sqlelten7úw’i – Red Salmon – Sockeye: Reconsidering the Adams River Run, is currently on display at the Arnica Artist Run Centre in downtown Kamloops, and explores the collective fascination with this spectacular and wholly endangered life cycle. “We take for granted that the salmon will always run,” Leier said. For Leier and many others, questions about the wellbeing of the salmon population lead

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to bigger inquiries about the health of the planet. In 2009 there were so few salmon running that public concern led to the establishment of the Cohen Commission, an investigation into the welfare of salmon along B.C. coastlines. Recommendations were made to provincial and federal governments but very few changes have been implemented. “Politics are affecting wild stocks—people have to make noise about this,” Leier insisted. “Grassroots public movements are a significant way to draw attention to the issues.” When asked if her art is her way of making noise, she smiled and replied, “Absolutely.” Her exhibit features photography, edited film and underwater video

of the famed Adams River run, mainly captured during the dominate run in 2014. The artist is also asking the public to participate by recording their own stories as well as colouring and writing on their own salmon to be added to the virtual Adams River flowing in front of the Old Courthouse which houses the exhibit.

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RECONSIDERING THE ADAMS RIVER RUN Conversations about conservation

Photos and work by Kamloops artist Eileen Leier.

Her intention is to connect people to the stories of the persistent salmon and their annual quest. She is fascinated by landscapes, historical and provincially sanctioned sites which she calls “the containers of natural phenomena.” Her work is focused on wild spaces and deconstructing the need for humans to organize wilderness, such as the info booths, food trucks and souvenir tents that pop up at the Adams run. It raises critical questions about perception and meaning in relation to the im-

pressive natural occurrence. Leier described a concept used in other languages and cultures called “home blind”, meaning one takes their own landscape for granted because of its familiarity. Leier argued it leads to complacency about the environment. To combat this, her project is a mission to engage the public to become involved in the natural event.

“Salmon reconnect ourselves to the earth, to its beauty, its cycles and the ailments that affect it, and us as its inhabitants,” said Leier. “The salmon risk all to return to their origin, reproduce and die; their remains nourishing bears, birds and other creatures.” Without the salmon there would be an impact straight through the food chain. “The salmon run is the microcosm of bigger environmental issues.” The Adams River continues to call to Leier, and she returns year after year. “I’m more in awe as the years go by. It’s just magic—to see the power of the natural world and this manifestation”. Sqlelten7úw’i – Red Salmon – Sockeye: Reconsidering the Adams River Run is on display until Oct. 22.

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uck-drop at Sun Peaks is still scheduled for mid-November, despite an inordinate amount of rain that delayed construction efforts. Powder Ventures, owned by local resident Jason White, was contracted to prepare ground for the new NHL-size, open-air,

refrigerated ice rink beside the Sun Peaks Sports Centre. “This weather has been crazy and rain has really been putting pressure on us,” White said. “There’s a lot of water in the ground there, so it’s been a little bit difﬁcult to get our compaction, but we’ve ﬁnally got it beat the last couple weeks.” White’s crew has moved about 7,000 cubic metres of material, shipping out non-desirable soils and bringing in easily compacted, granular material. Paramount to the success of the operation is making sure groundwater has a place to go. “If it starts to build in volume, it becomes an issue, with lateral force, so we’ve had to dig down 10 to 12 feet in spots to put in drains, so it has a place to go,” White said. A small outdoor rink has operated in Sun Peaks for the past 15 years, but consistent ice

quality has been a challenge without an ice making plant. Powder Ventures has been working in concert with Edmonton-based Global Sports Resources (GSR), which specializes in arena ﬂoors and will pour concrete and install pipes for cooling and refrigeration for the ice sheet. White said GSR should be able to start pouring the last week in September. Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality purchased the refrigeration unit from an arena in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and the boards from the Rose Garden (now called the Moda Centre), home of the Western Hockey League’s Portland Winterhawks. “We don’t like the Winterhawks, but we’ll take their boards,” White quipped. Powder Ventures employs 30 workers, about 20 of whom are toiling at Sun Peaks on a pair

Sun Peaks’ municipality leads the debate on funding and taxation at UBCM Convention by JEAN STRONG

ictoria played host to the annual Union of British Columbia Municipalities (UBCM) convention from Sept. 26 to 30. Mayor Al Raine and chief administrative ofﬁcer Rob Bremner attended representing Sun Peaks, as well as the concerns of other tourism-based municipalities in the province, such as the Resort Municipality Initiative (RMI) and short-term rental taxation. Sun Peaks is one of 14 resort municipalities that created a proposal to continue RMI funding which is set to expire in 2017. A committee presented the proposal to Minister Shirley Bond, who Raine said he expected to support the committee’s recommendations prior to the event. The RMI is funded by a three per cent portion of the eight per cent provincial accommodation tax to provide municipalities

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with money for tourism infrastructure and amenities to attract guests and increase their length of stay. Locally, Sun Peaks receives around $300,000 of RMI funding annually that has been used mostly to put on the summer concert series and other summer events. Sun Peaks also led the charge to request a review on short term rental taxation, mainly affecting websites like Airbnb and VRBO. The resolution put forward by Sun Peaks suggested the province work together with municipalities to ﬁnd a solution. Sun Peaks also suggested they sit on a short term rental panel with other communities such as Nelson, Radium and Toﬁno. Currently there are hundreds of short term rentals at Sun Peaks listed online which don’t pay accommodation tax or any of the other fees and costs associated with hotels, which contribute to the RMI as well as to marketing the resort across

the world. The resolution states commercial property taxes and utility fees as well as provincial and federal sales taxes may represent 24 to 30 per cent of a hotel room cost. Raine said the current situation isn’t fair as the homeowners offering rentals beneﬁt from the marketing and promotion from hotels and Tourism Sun Peaks without contributing to the cost of the campaigns. “We like to have a whole variety (of accommodations),” Raine said. “But we need everyone to work together for the accommodation tax.” He estimated several hundred thousand dollars of accommodation tax is not being paid on such rentals. “The RMI and MRDT (Municipal and Regional District Tax) have been critical at Sun Peaks and we have them to thank for much of our success, especially for our summer events,” he said.

of projects, the outdoor rink and the new health clinic. White, a Sun Peaks resident for 23 years, is looking forward to seeing the finished products. “Since we became a municipality, these are the sorts of projects that have opened the door for federal and provincial grants,” he said. “Long-term, they’re going to be happy we can have tournaments that fill hotel rooms and restaurants, and a trade-show area to show off products.” Once the rink is built, grant applications can be made for Stage 2, putting a roof over the rink. “Mayor Al Raine seems to have his finger on the pulse of where these grants are available,” White said. “With the municipality and SPRC (Sun Peaks Resort Corporation), we’re all collaborating to pitch in and get this thing done.”

HEFFLEY CREEK HALL READY FOR NEW ROOF It has been a year full of improvements and upgrades at the Heffley Creek Hall. Now, with assistance from the Thompson Nicola Regional District (TNRD), the Heffley Creek Community Recreation Association’s (HCCRA) community hall will be outfitted with a new roof. The roof, which is slated for completion in midOctober, will be replaced by Able Roofing based in Kamloops. The funding was supplied from the TNRD Electoral Area P gas tax funds and will cost $55,000. The TNRD will also supply $45,000 in funding for upgrades to make the hall more efficient including a new kitchen furnace, siding, hot water tank, hand dryers, toilets and various electrical upgrades. In January the HCCRA arranged funding for refinishing the floors and a commercial dishwasher through the Canada 150 program. They could receive up to $10,700 for the additions should the membership vote in favour.

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local NEWS Muni to become ‘Bear Smart’ certified >> Village residents request increased bear safety by BRANDI SCHIER

ecent bear activity and requests from local residents in Sun Peaks prompted Thompson Nicola Regional District WildSafeBC community coordinator Mandy Ross to submit a proposal to the municipality to become a certified Bear Smart Community. Currently only seven B.C. communities have completed the certification process including Kamloops and Whistler. Ross has worked in the village over the past two years and has heard many requests for more action related to bear safety and education. According to Ross, many residents’ concern grew after one bear was destroyed in August 2015 after being attracted into the village by Mountain Ash trees and tourists were getting too close. Two other bears were destroyed in Sun Peaks’ village this fall, bringing the total to three bears in two years. “It seems that currently the biggest issue is getting peo-

ple to stay far away from the bears,” said Ross. “I know they are nice to see and people want a photo, but we have to remind everyone that getting too close to the bears will change their behaviour and ultimately result in someone getting hurt.” Last week the municipality instructed all strata properties and homeowners to remove bear attractants, such as Mountain Ash trees. Residents have until June 2017 to comply. Ross said the official certification will help protect both the bears and the community, as every year in B.C. hundreds of bears are destroyed as a result of conflicts with humans. In rare cases, people are injured or killed in these encounters. “The certification will open up dialogue between community leaders and residents and also with WildSafeBC and with the conservation officers too, to make sure that all the best practices are being followed,” said Ross. “Things like recommendations for removing fruit trees— that could have a little bit more enforcement behind it potentially or just more buy-in from the community.”

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She cited tourists as another big factor in Sun Peaks and has recommended more signage around the village and for at least one vendor to sell bear spray. Ross said she also plans to get in touch with tour bus companies to ask them to speak with tourists before they arrive in the village. Another main concern of Ross’s is for seasonal staff to be educated to properly inform tourists about bears in the area. “I’d like to get some training going with them just so they’re more comfortable in what

they’re telling people,” she said. As with many communities in B.C., garbage is also an issue. Ross has had reports of seasonal staff without vehicles being unable to transport their garbage properly to the Waste Transfer Station, as well as of bears climbing onto balconies to access stored garbage. Ross said it’s helpful for people to report wildlife sightings to their website’s Wildlife Alert Reporting Program at wildsafebc.com/warp. “People can check it before they head out on the trails, just

to know what’s happening.” Ross was in the village Sept. 9 and 10, handing out additional educational brochures, installing signs in areas with recent bear activity and meeting with municipal officials to begin the certification process, which includes setting up a small committee. As Sun Peaks has already taken many steps to reduce bear conflict in the area, Ross said the certification process won’t be difficult. Those seeking more information can go to wildsafebc.com.

SPFR reminds residents to practice fire prevention by SUN PEAKS NEWS

Sun Peaks Fire Rescue (SPFR) prevention officer Dean Schiavon said they have observed the week for many years and routinely do work in the community to promote the annual theme. This year, they are reminding residents to replace their smoke detectors every ten years. Schi-

avon will be visiting the schools and communicating the importance of the message through the municipality’s newsletter and the SPFR website. Newer detectors have a sticker on the side indicating the year it must be replaced, however older models must use the manufacturer date on the back.

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SPFR is also continuing their ongoing smoke detector initiative and is working with strata properties to check smoke detectors throughout the community. “If people want their detectors checked they can call the fire hall to set up an appointment,” said Schiavon.

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structures and leaving over 100,000 homeless. Today, across the United States and Canada, this fire is commemorated by Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 9 to 15, which first began as a national day in 1920 and was then extended to a week of national observance in 1992.

community Secure in Sun Peaks BRANDI SCHIER PUBLISHER’S NOTE brandi@sunpeaksnews.com

I’m not a “prepper”. Those folks spend a serious amount of time preparing for the collapse of civilization and have extensive plans in place to ensure their family’s survival. But lately I, and a lot the population, have been spending a little too much time watching zombie apocalypse and other “end of the world” ﬁlms and shows, such as The Walking Dead, which is kicking up again soon. And all those shows make a person think. Where would you go? Who would you take? How would you survive? Perhaps the threat won’t be zombies, but something more probable such as Trump started a nuclear war or Vancouver Island and half of the prov-

PREPARING FOR WHEN THE END IS NIGH ince fell into the ocean after The Big One. There are a lot of options, but after thinking about it, I’ve decided I’d probably stay right here in Sun Peaks. While I love it here, this isn’t some misplaced notion of defending my beloved community to the end. This is strategic. First of all, let’s consider location. We’re far enough away from any major centre or highway to stay protected from the mass exodus from the cities. Our community is surrounded by mountains on all sides, making it harder for any threat to make its way in. There are really only two roads into Sun Peaks which would be easily guarded and defended. Then there’s the village. It’s

well maintained and can easily house thousands of people if need be. We have our own propane storage facility and some of the larger buildings have back-up generator power which would be essential in the short term. When it comes to food, Sun Peaks has many cafés, restaurants and caterers that stockpile enough food to see us through the immediate aftermath. Looking ahead, we’re close the to the Whitecroft valley, a perfect place to ranch and grow food. In the summer there’s cattle grazing on the mountain plus the surrounding forest is ﬂush with game. We’d have access to a plethora of resources through mountain operations from things

SPFR RESPONDS TO VEHICLE ACCIDENT like heavy equipment to radio communication to a massive water reservoir. Plus, our population has been training for the end of the world for a while, even if they haven’t meant to. The various organizations in Sun Peaks periodically train together for wildfires and other natural or human caused disasters. We have a high number of people trained in medical and other emergency situations, such as our outstanding volunteer firefighters and ski patrollers. We have our own local government to keep order and a community used to pulling together and volunteering. I’m sure I’m overlooking a lot and serious preppers would poke major holes in my reasoning. But it’s entertaining to think about, especially at this time of year, and the idea makes me feel a little more secure when zombies are constantly on my television screen.

An incident just before midnight on Sept. 25 required a response from Sun Peaks Fire and Rescue (SPFR). The crew was dispatched to a call for service at 1190 Sun Peaks Road in the west village area near the mailboxes. A person was working underneath their truck when the vehicle rolled over top of them. The patient received minor injuries as a result of the accident. SPFR attended to the scene to assist the patient until an ambulance arrived and the patient was transported to Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops.

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Jean was born in Victoria, B.C. but her heart has lived in Sun Peaks since 1994. She has skied the mountain as a volunteer patroller since 2012 and will graduate with her Bachelor of Journalism from Thompson Rivers University in June 2017.

s a little girl I climbed, skied, biked and explored all over Sun Peaks. I found secret hiding spots, met locals, heard stories of years past and grew to love where I was growing up. Throughout the years of

kids’ camps, powder days, hot chocolate breaks and lazy summers, SPIN was a constant. I would run into the Village Day Lodge to grab a copy for my parents and then read them the stories I found most interesting. From funny letters to the editor to new runs being built, I read and loved it all. So last fall I was excited when I joined the SPIN team as a freelance writer. As a journalism student at Thompson Rivers University in Kamloops it was a great way gain expe-

“I hope that someone will read my stories out aloud or share them with those they love. ” rience and become even more involved in the Sun Peaks community. I was eager to write the stories I was curious about and to help the people who have shaped and continue to shape the community to have a voice. Now that I am about to grad-

uate, I am even more excited to join the team full time. I’m grateful for the opportunity to meet even more people and help them tell their own stories. Sun Peaks is full of history and legends as well as new additions and plans and all combined it makes a special place that I feel lucky to call home. I hope someone will read my stories aloud or share them with those they love. And I can’t wait to meet more of the great people who (temporarily or permanently) also call Sun Peaks their home.

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local NEWS Heffley Creek fire chief celebrates 35 years of community service by JEAN STRONG

n a sunny autumn afternoon in Heffley Creek, Bruce Crawford sits inside a bright living room while one of his granddaughters plays around the corner. Tucked on the mantle is a large glass award for his services, and a black scrapbook on the coffee table has a red fire department crest on the front. Tonight Crawford will attend his last weekly training session as the auxiliary captain of the Heffley Creek fire station. After 35 years with the department in various roles, Crawford’s 60th birthday has brought him to retirement. “They told me it’s time to get out of their hair,” Crawford said with a laugh. “I’ll be around though. I can’t respond but I can still help.” Having lived in Heffley Creek his whole life, Crawford joined the fire department after watching his home burn down in 1972.

“I just kept taking more courses and exams as they came and before I knew it I had all these accreditations,” he said, adding that he fell into the role of captain as time passed and other members came and went. Until his work retirement five years ago, Crawford also worked for the province which had him traveling often but he made it to as many of the Wednesday training sessions as he could. “It is tough,” said Crawford. “The biggest issue is commitment. It takes a lot to be a volunteer firefighter.” Over the years he has been involved in training, acting as an evaluator for the Justice Institute of BC, volunteering for charity work and attending many calls for service throughout the region. He traveled to Nicaragua several times with Kamloops Fire Rescue to volunteer. Their team brought firefighting and emergency response equipment, did manual labour, built classrooms and a soup kitchen and trained local firefighters.

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Sun Peaks Mountain Resort Municipality Council gives notice that it will hold a Public Hearing in Council Chambers at 106-3270 Village Way, Sun Peaks, BC, to consider proposed Bylaw Nos. 0071, 0072 and 0075.

“Once you get into helping people it’s like an addiction.” Bruce Crawford’s awards for years of service at the Heffley Creek fire station with a scrapbook presented to him for his retirement and birthday. | PHOTO JEAN STRONG

“It was so hot, but they were so enthusiastic,” Crawford remembered. “They were very grateful and just wanted knowledge and help.” Another highlight of his career as captain was responding to the fires that surrounded Sun Peaks in 2003. “First we had great success down here with the Strawberry Hill fire,” said Crawford. “Then everything was headed to Sun Peaks and we arrived as a wedding party was getting into their cars to evacuate all dressed up.” Fire trucks being staged where the Kookaburra Lodge now stands also stood out in his memory. “As we rolled up there was a

lot of trucks all lined up there, it was quite a sight.” When asked what he will do after Mark Engdhal takes over the role as captain, his booming laugh fills the room. Crawford volunteers around the community and has been with some organizations as long as 38 years. His schedule includes first aid with St. John Ambulance, the board of the Kamloops International Bantam hockey tournament, working at the local ice rink, being the area water bailiff, and a member on the Heffley Creek Improvement District Board. “People need help, you never know,” Crawford said. “Once you get into helping people it’s like an addiction.”

He will also be kept busy by his three children and four grandchildren who all live in the area. As our interview ends, Crawford’s daughter comes to take his granddaughter to hockey practise and his grandson arrives to spend time with his grandparents. Crawford watches him play with a ride-on firetruck on the front lawn, joking about starting new firefighting recruits young. Crawford may be retiring but he shows no signs of slowing down anytime soon. “It has been enjoyable,” said Crawford. “Saved some structures, had some big laughs, had some big cries… I will miss my guys.”

What is Temporary Use Permit TU-2016-001, Bylaw No. 0071, 2016? Bylaw 0071, 2016, if passed, would allow tourist accommodation use (nightly/ short-term rental) in the existing dwelling for a period of 18 months at 4131 Douglas Court (legally described as Lot 4, District Lot 6410, KDYD, Plan KAP67926). The specific temporary use permit conditions are as stipulated in the proposed permit, a part of Bylaw 0071.

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What is Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 0072, 2016? It is a change to Zoning Bylaw No. 1400 to rezone lands at 2219 Sunburst Drive (legally described as Lot 29, District Lot 6337, Kamloops Division Yale District, Plan KAP53479) from RS-1(Residential Single Family One) to RS-1A: (Residential Single Family One – Tourist Accommodation) Zone to permit tourist accommodation (nightly/short-term rental). What is Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 0075, 2016? It is a change to Zoning Bylaw No. 1400 to rezone lands at 2463 Fairways Drive (legally described as Lot 12, District Lot 6442, Kamloops Division Yale District, Plan KAP74464) from RS-1(Residential Single Family One) to RS-1A: (Residential Single Family One – Tourist Accommodation) Zone to permit tourist accommodation (nightly/short-term rental). All persons who believe that their interest in property may be affected by the proposed Bylaw shall be afforded a reasonable opportunity to be heard at the Public Hearing. Additionally, they may make written submissions on the matter of the Bylaw (via any of the below options) which must be received at our office prior to 4:00 p.m. on the 30th day of September, 2016. The entire content of all submissions will be made public and form a part of the public record for this matter. How do I get more information? A copy of the proposed Bylaws and all supporting information can be inspected from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday - Friday (except statutory holidays) at our office from September 20, 2016 until 4:00 p.m. the day of the Hearing; or please contact us via any of the below options. No representations will be received by Council after the Public Hearing has been concluded. Rob Bremner, Chief Administrative Officer Mail: PO Box 1002, Sun Peaks, BC V0E 5N0 Phone: 250-578-2020 Email: admin@sunpeaksmunicipality.ca

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$117,000 TOWARDS HVAC SYSTEM by JEAN STRONG

s Sun Peaks works to construct a new health centre to serve the community, the Thompson-Nicola Regional District (TNRD) will add $117,000 to the pot for an environmentally-friendly geothermal HVAC system. The resolution, passed on Sept. 22 at a TNRD board of directors meeting, uses money from the Electoral Area P gas tax. The system will cost

$205,000 to install compared to $88,000, the price of a regular system. A conventional HVAC system would be more expensive to operate over the long term than the new geothermal system. Work on the geothermal field has already begun with a large hole at the site. Electoral Area P includes Sun Peaks as well as Whitecroft, Heffley Lake and Heffley Creek which are all expected to utilize the clinic’s facilities and doctors as their primary health

care centre. “This is something that will help Area P too,” Mayor Al Raine said at a Sept. 19 council meeting. “It is great to see the co-operation.” The gas tax funds are provided by the federal government and administered by the Union of BC Municipalities and are then given to local governments depending on population. In the TNRD the funds are divided into electoral areas by population. The health centre is slated for completion in the spring of 2017.

tourism NEWS The future is here: virtual reality pow turns

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icture a bluebird day, fresh powder and a crowd-free run. It’s the kind of ski day most of us dream of, one that gives you a high you chase for years. What if you could share that with someone who has never

experienced it to entice them to come ski or board in British Columbia? With Destination BC’s newly launched virtual reality video, you can experience a perfect ski day from anywhere in the world. Launched in July, the video follows two skiers on a beautiful day at Whistler-Blackcomb exploring huge open runs, flying past trees and riding the gondola. “It was a great opportunity,” said Maya Lange, vice president of global marketing at Destination BC. “A bluebird day, great weather, our two skiers, everything just aligned perfectly.” The video was shot in April to use at various ski trade shows internationally to encourage tourism at B.C. ski resorts. Destination BC was one of the first to use virtual reality technology to drive tourism with a video launched in 2014. “We wanted to capitalize early on in the trend,” Lange said of the first video.

The first attempt in 2014 was beautiful, but was costly and had a lengthy creation process. In contrast, the most recent video was shot over a short, one month period by Wondr, a virtual reality production company in Vancouver, and was significantly less expensive. Throughout the summer Destination BC shot various other videos highlighting different areas and activities that B.C. offers to be released in coming months. Lange said the response to the video has been overwhelmingly positive. “It’s a very visceral experience, the overall response has been very positive as it’s a very unique experience.” While the best way to experience the video comes with the use of virtual reality goggles, it can also be viewed and interacted with on YouTube on the Destination British Columbia channel. A behind the scenes video can also be viewed online.

Getting your chalet winter ready by SUN PEAKS NEWS

s the weather turns cooler, many Sun Peaks residents will be firing up furnaces and fireplaces after a long, hot summer. While these household appliances bring much needed warmth and even cabin ambiance, they can also be deadly if not properly maintained. Poor maintenance can put residents in danger of carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning which can be fatal, as well as cost owners money in utilities over time. “It’s the same principal as your car,” said Kevin McGuire, owner of Sun Peaks Plumbing and Heating. “Proper maintenance saves you money over time. Preventative maintenance also gives you peace of mind.” In his experience in Sun Peaks, he said he’s seen many instances of unmaintained furnaces and fireplaces putting both residents and rental guests in danger.

The Safety Standards Act states that regarding gas appliances, all owners of rental properties must post a permanent notice regarding the safe operation of the appliance, ensure all appliances are maintained and in a safe condition and maintain accurate records of maintenance and servicing on the appliance. He also said there are many tips and tricks and for saving owners money, such as installing fans on fireplaces. “Fall is best time to get work done on fireplaces and furnaces,” he said. “It’s best to get it taken care of before the kick-off to winter rental season. It can also be harder to get parts in the winter if something does go wrong as we’re farther away than other cities.” According to the BC Safety Authority (BCSA), an independent, self-funded organization mandated to oversee the safe installation and operation of technical systems and equipment, there can be an increase in CO exposure incidents during the winter months due to

improperly functioning gas appliances. Fuel-fired appliances should be inspected annually, ideally when the weather cools down. All work that involves a gas fired appliance is regulated and therefore must be done by a licensed gas fitter, either current class A or B or Gas Appliance Certificate of Qualification from BCSA, and must have appropriate permits. Both wood and gas fireplaces can pose a risk for CO poisoning. With a gas fireplace, a change in flame colour from yellow to blue indicates an increase in CO. When using a wood fireplace keep dampers open and crack a window to allow airflow within the home. Install CO detectors on each floor in the home and near any sleeping areas and check the batteries every year. Watch for the warning signs of CO build up including discoloured fuel burning appliances or heating system air vent, window condensation, sick or dying plants, soot build up and discolouration on fireplaces. Vol 14 Issue 10 September 30 — October 27

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tourism NEWS Sun Peaks featured at CWSAA meeting with a plan in place. “Because we have had close calls like the fires in 2003, it’s allowed this place to start making a plan,” Worthen said. He added the current plan is in-depth and includes co-operation with the municipality to prepare for and fight wildfires. The meeting of risk and safety personnel, equipment manufactures and insurance representatives will concentrate on safety. “The focus of the meeting is safety and our objective is to make our ski areas the safest on the planet,” said Christopher Nicolson, president and CEO of CWSAA. Also addressed will be how

MEETING FOCUSES ON FOREST HEALTH MANAGEMENT by JEAN STRONG

s Sun Peaks plays host to the upcoming British Columbia and Yukon division of the Canada West Ski Area Association (CWSAA) meeting the resort will be used as an industry example of forest health management. Barney Mouat, director of outside operations for Sun Peaks Resort LLP (SPR), and Seth Worthen, slopes manager for SPR, will present the

session on Oct. 6, the second day of the two-day meeting. It will focus on forest health management, specifically on wildfire management and how Sun Peaks manages its wildfire risk. The group will discuss components of the plan such as creating fire breaks, having initial attack boxes prepared, monthly training and having water lines and equipment ready in key areas. According to Worthen, Sun Peaks is a great example simply for being one of few resorts

to create new skiers using programs like the Never Ever Days program started at Whistler. The program slows down the rush of the participant’s first ski lesson, making it more social and less intimidating than an intense and short first lesson. Participants will also discuss how to make skiing and boarding more ingrained into Canadian culture as a national pastime. The focus will be school programs and children as a way to start ski culture in youth. “It is really important for children to be outside and play outside,” said Nicolson. “It is where life skills are learned.”

Select logging for forest health management takes place on Sun Peaks’ ski terrain. | FILE PHOTO

The meetings will take place Oct. 5 and 6 at the Sun Peaks Grand Hotel and Conference Centre.

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GET out there REACHING NEW HEIGHTS WITH SUP PHOTOS BY DEANNA KRISTENSEN

First heli SUP tour takes flight

by BRANDI SCHIER

nexplored lakes and virgin terrain were all that stretched out below a group of adventurous souls as their helicopter soared high above the North Thompson. They touched down 15 kilometres northwest of Blue River in the Cariboo Mountain range on what the organizer believes may be the first commercial heli Stand Up Paddle (SUP) trip in North America. With the summer winding down, Bodie Shandro of Paddle Surfit based on Heffley Lake, was inspired by his longtime wish to access remote water via a float plane and a desire to

stretch out his SUP season. He quickly scouted a route deep in Mike Weigele’s Heli Ski tenure, planning to paddle lakes so remote they were still unnamed with first ascent hikes in between. After a solo recon trip, on Sept. 8 seven guests, a photographer and their inflatable boards were dropped off by the JetRanger 206 for a day of paddling and exploring. Shandro said they are already booking trips for next year and are planning multi-day hut trips as well. “It can be tough adventure or it can be soft adventure,” said Shandro. “Almost anyone can do it. It’s a scenic heli ride in, followed by an easy paddle and picnic.” Vol 14 Issue 10 September 30 — October 27

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GET out there Local hikers face Kilimanjaro for Adaptive Sports

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Mark and Helen Jones training at Sun Peaks. | PHOTO SUBMITTED

by JEAN STRONG

n 2010 when Mark and Helen Jones moved from Calgary to Sun Peaks they never expected to climb the tallest mountain in Africa. Now six years later, on Sept. 25, they set off to conquer Mt. Kilimanjaro and at the same time raise funds for Adaptive Sports Sun Peaks (ASSP). Helen said fundraising for ASSP will help them push through some of the hardest days. “It gives you another reason to keep training and keep pushing. You don’t want to let anyone down,” she said. With limited hiking experi-

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ence, the Joneses began to train by hiking all of Sun Peaks’ trails as well as many others in the area. “We summited Tod Mountain many times, we’ve done just about every hike at Sun Peaks,” said Mark. For Helen the biggest challenge preparing for the 46 kilometre hike was increasing the strength in her legs. “Every day I try to do at least five kilometres,” she said. “But most of it will be mental, even the last bit of Tod is a mental challenge more than physical.” Their training routine also involved completing the hikes while carrying heavily weighted packs and pushing themselves to beat their previous times.

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“IT GIVES YOU ANOTHER REASON TO KEEP TRAINING AND KEEP PUSHING. YOU DON’T WANT TO LET ANYONE DOWN.”

But no matter how much they prepared, with the high altitude comes a massive challenge. The summit sits at 5,895 metres above sea level and they have chosen route that is considered the most difficult. “We are excited but apprehensive,” Mark said. “There is always the possibility of failure

because you don’t know how your body will react to the altitude until you are there.” Mark said he believes the challenge will be worth it, as it’s also considered the most scenic and quietest route. The couple said they’re happy to use something they have always wanted to do to help the community. ASSP will use all money raised to sponsor students to attend the Canadian Association for Disabled Skiing (CADS) festival hosted in Sun Peaks in March 2017. It will be the fourth time Sun Peaks has hosted the national event attracting students and instructors from across Canada. “Adaptive Sports does really phenomenal work and watching them is amazing,” said Mark. “The money will help students go to the CADS festival but also helps the resort as a whole to get more people up there.” The sponsorships help students purchase lift passes, take lessons and participate in a banquet. “It really helps to build camaraderie and friendship,”

said Sharon Tremblay, vice president of ASSP. “It has a life-changing impact on our students.” ASSP is always accepting on and off-hill volunteers. Contact adaptivesportssunpeaks@gmail.com or 250-5720616 for more information. To donate to the Joneses’ campaign go to www.gofundme.com/2pfvvk24.

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PUMPKIN PATCH AND CORN MAZE AT SUNSET VALLEY FARM U-pick pumpkin patch and corn maze are open from 9 a.m. a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. www.sunsetvalleyfarm.com

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Corn maze open every weekend 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Heritage farm tours Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. Tranquille Tunnel Theatre “The Disordered Mind” takes guests through the tunnels for an interactive pla. Runs weekend nights, tickets are $28.75. www.tranquillefarmfresh.com

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Live music and tasty german food combine at the Sun Peaks Grand Hotel and Conference Centre. ‘EasyFix’ will provide music and there will be a selection of German food and beer. Tickets are $39 for food and band or $20 for the band at the Grand Hotel. Doors open 6:30 p.m.

Visit the Bookmobile at the Bento’s Day Lodge parking lot. Loan periods for books, large print books, audiobooks, magazines, video games, DVDs and CDs is six weeks. The Bookmobile is also wheelchair accessible. Library cards are free to all TNRD residents and cards are welcome at any TNRD branch or Bookmobile stop.

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opinion Area P adds support to Sun Peaks Health Centre MEL ROTHENBURGER TNRD REPORT director.mrothenburger@tnrd.ca

Mel Rothenburger is the TNRD Director for Electoral Area P, including Whitecroft and Heffley Creek. He was the mayor of Kamloops from 1999-2005 and a former newspaper editor.

e’ve all heard it said many times that, “Without your health, you have nothing.” Staying healthy is largely up to us but without a good healthcare system that includes good medical facilities, it can be a real challenge to hang on to our health. Rural residents accept as a fact of life that they have to endure lengthy drive times to access healthcare, especially in this world where medical facilities are becoming increasingly centralized. Therefore when an opportunity comes along to bring healthcare closer to home for rural residents, we should take it. Such an opportunity presents itself with the Sun Peaks Health Centre. The resort municipality and

$117,000 IN GAS TAX SECURES GEOTHERMAL DESIGN Sun Peaks Health Association will co-fund construction of a brand new 10,000 sq. ft. building to replace the modular building that has been used since 2002. Most of the funding for the $1.8 million facility is in place. Unfortunately, construction estimates came in higher than expected, forcing the municipality to delay the project while it looked at ways to cut costs or ﬁnd more funding. A couple of months ago, the Health Ministry announced a $100,000 grant towards the cost of equipment, which is a big help. I’m pleased to be able to add $117,000 from the Electoral Area P gas tax funds to ensure that the medical cen-

tre’s HVAC will be an environmentally friendly geothermal system. Without that contribution, plans for the heating and cooling system would have had to be changed to conventional technology that would be more expensive to operate over the long term. A conventional HVAC system would have cost $88,000 for installation compared to $205,000 for geothermal.

PAYING FOR PRIVATE HEALTH CARE

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“If you chose not to decide, you still have made a choice… I will choose a path that’s clear, I will choose freewill.” — Rush, the other iconic Canadian band. Dr. Brian Day, owner of Cambie Medical Clinic, is suing the provincial government, specifically the Medical Protection Act which bans purchasing private health insurance for services covered by the public health system. Dr. Day claims this prevents patients from receiving timely care which is not part of the terms “free” and “universal” as enshrined in the Canada Health Act, which was intended to provide equal access to quality care to all Canadians. However, lengthy waiting lists for fairly basic services in the public system, plus the fact that Workers’ Compensation claimants, RCMP members, Armed Forces personnel, federal prisoners plus union members in the federal public service get moved to the front of the “queue”, has understandably aroused resunpeaksnews.com

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The new health centre is important not just for visitors and residents of Sun Peaks, but for the nearby communities of Whitecroft, Hefﬂey Lake and the Upper Louis Creek Valley as well — all of them in Electoral Area P. The study for the medical centre showed that family doctor services will be heavily used by people in all those communities. For many, in fact, it will become their primary centre for healthcare as the range of services is expanded. So, it’s not just a neighbourly sharing of costs; it’s about a project that will greatly beneﬁt people both at Sun Peaks and neighbouring communities in Area P.

Jumping the queue

GERALD ALLGAIER

Gas tax funds are provided by the federal government and administered in B.C. by the Union of BC Municipalities. They’re passed along annually to local governments based on population. In the case of the Thompson-Nicola Regional District, its share is then allocated to each electoral area, again based on population. Electoral area directors get approval through the board of directors for worthy eligible projects within their areas. In this case, the difference in the cost between a conventional HVAC and geothermal for Sun Peaks Health Centre is an eligible green project under the energy infrastructure category of the Community Works Fund for gas tax revenues.

sentment from many common people who say there are differing levels of service dependent upon special circumstance. Equal doesn’t appear to be quite so. Some people are getting better treatment than others, argued Day. He offers surgical procedures for those willing to pay for them and argues the option should be a right available to anyone who has the money. As Shakespeare would say, “there’s the rub.” It’s a fact of life that money talks. It buys better stuff — better skis, better airline seats, etc., and in this case, better medical treatment. Trying to pretend that laws of economics don’t apply is akin to saying the law of gravity is unfair to those of us with a middle age spread. Proponents of the current system claim that Day’s proposed changes would allow those with money to “jump the queue.” My question is why is there a queue in the ﬁrst place? We don’t queue to buy groceries, shoes, dental care, veterinary service or myriads of other services. This is not the Soviet Union or present-day Venezuela. My cat can have more or less same-day treatment for his hip but I have to wait an

average of 21 weeks in Canada to even see a specialist, never mind have the procedure. Government rationing of goods and services never has been and will never be efﬁcient, or for that matter even remotely fair. A doctor friend of mine who is horriﬁed by my line of thinking said Day is only doing it for the money, which Day denies. Cambie Medical is in the treatment business and charges government set rates. There is good money in medicine, no doubt about that. Patients in private clinics receive timely care, reduced wait times, alleviation of pain and the ability to return to normal activities of daily living. To me this is the real function of a proper health care system. To make everyone wait for rationed care is cruel and really unfair. The people receiving private care are actually helping the system as there is one less person each time stuck in the “queue,” and paying for it from their own pocket adds resources to the entire health care system. Even the Socialist Swedes, the capitalistic Swiss, the hedonistic French and the pragmatic Germans have parallel systems allowing choice. Canadians should too.

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Local author Isabelle Hamptonstone reads from her new book Hockey Confidence at the book launch on Sept. 17. - Photo Zuzy Rocka

The North Face Dirty Feet runners depart from the village on Sept. 24. - Photo Facebook. com/DirtyFeetRaces

Pat Miller of the Sun Peaks Quilters presents local Wilf Bennet with his retirement present. - Photo Submitted Bride-to-be Vicky Rutherford enjoyed her traditional Trousseau Tea with other ladies in the community. - Photo Submitted

Thousands of Spartan Race participants took over the village core from Sept. 24 to 25. Photo Sam Egan

Snow dusted the higher obstacles of the Spartan Race from Sept. 24 to 25. Photo Sam Egan.

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Students scaring up donations for Halloween food drive

by ALICIA ASHCROFT

ithout the means for traditional community trick or treating, Sun Peaks’ students have begun their own tradition which has more to do with nourishing food than candy.

Keith Massey, teacher at Sun Peaks Secondary Academy (SPSA), is currently focused on an upcoming fundraising effort for families in need. The “We Scare Hunger” Campaign (formerly known as “Halloween for Hunger”) is part of the SPSA’s commitment to “We Day”—a youth empowerment initiative

that runs across Canada, the United States and the United Kingdom. The students collect non-perishable food items to be donated to the Kamloops Food Bank. Last year, 700 pounds were collected; the 2016 goal is 1200 pounds. “This was our best result from

the past, but we believe we may be able to exceed this, being that we have more students at the school this year,” said Massey. Students decorate the collection boxes with Halloween themes and disperse them throughout the community. It’s a fun, gently competitive event that inspires the children to engage

with the community, consider others and make a difference in their own region. For more information about the school, as well as donating and volunteering opportunities go to www.balancededucation.ca or ﬁnd them on www. Facebook.com/SunPeaks EducationSociety.

Sun Peaks Elementary records highest student numbers yet >> Overall student numbers increasing by ALICIA ASHCROFT

ith the commencement of the new school year, the numbers are ofﬁcial: There are 72 Sun Peaks Elementary students, up from 54 last year.

Once completely communityfunded, the school is currently part of School District 73 which provides teachers for kindergarten to grade six. According to Parent Activity Council chair Yolanda Dye, current principal Catherine Gorman has helped to con-

nect Sun Peaks’ students to schools in Kamloops, taking advantage of events and other ﬁeld trip opportunities in town. There they make new friends and connect with the Kamloops community. According to Dye, the goal for the new school year is to implement more arts and culture programming as there’s already a stellar physical ﬁtness and outdoor curriculum which includes skiing, snowshoeing, golf and a slew of other out-

Kids escape for a day with Treetop Flyers

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n Sept. 24 Treetop Flyers at Chase Canyon hosted 21 kids from the Kamloops YMCA for a day of adventure that they will never forget. As part of a United Way Day of Caring initiative the participants were taken by bus to the zipline site in Chase for a day of activities that are usually unavailable to them. In addition to the threezipline course, especially adventurous attendees were

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able to try a 15 metre trust fall from a tower and the brand new 30 metre Screaming Eagle Swing. The aptly named swing, which starts with a nine metre freefall before ﬂying out between two poles at up to 80 kilometres an hour, was a hit with participants. “Some said it was the best day ever,” said Ron Betts, co-owner of Treetop Flyers. “It was great to make such a connection with the kids and see how much they appreciated it.” After the adrenaline rush the children were treated to a barbeque and games before heading back to Kamloops. “It was a fun day for the staff and the kids,” said Justin Matulionis, guide at Treetop Flyers. “It was awesome to see how stoked the kids were. It was also cool to help them overcome some of their fears and go outside their comfort zone.” The Day of Caring events are co-ordinated by United Way to partner businesses or organizations looking to give back

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with non-proﬁts who need assistance. Most events involve donating time through manual labour such as gardening, painting or building. “That makes this a really unique Day of Caring,” said Taylor-Rae Harvey, resource associate at United Way. “It’s amazing, they can give the resources that they have available.” “We planned the event in an effort to give back to the community, to have a really exciting day and to do something different,” said Matt Lepp, co-owner of Treetop Flyers. This was the 24th Day of Caring put on by the United Way in the Thompson Nicola Cariboo district this year, but the ﬁrst ever for Treetop Flyers. Betts said they absolutely plan on hosting other similar events in the future. “We like to instill that kindness and giving back to the community is a priority to our staff,” Betts said. “We will one hundred per cent do it again.”

door adventures. The school schedule runs Monday to Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:45 p.m., with Fridays free to partake in an optional local ski program offered exclusively to Sun Peaks’ students. “In this lifestyle community, this is not your typical school,” said Dye. This year there are also 22 students enrolled in Sun Peaks Secondary Academy (SPSA) from grades seven to 12. Using Kamloops Open Online Learn-

ing (@Kool) and hired independent educators, this facility remains completely dependent on community fundraising and volunteering. “Keeping the secondary students schooled in Sun Peaks is equally important to the community,” said Barb Linder, president of the Sun Peaks Education Society. “Fundraising is key for the SPES as they continue to fund 100 per cent of the operational costs for the SPSA classroom.”

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>> sports Getting muddy for MS >> Kamloops Spartan racer fundraises for mom by JEAN STRONG

hen Alanna Solomon was five years old, her mother was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Now, at 21, she has completed two MS fundraising walks and finished the Spartan Race at Sun Peaks to raise money to fight the disease that took her childhood and her mother’s independence.

“There is an extra smile from her and that is enough for me to keep doing it.”

Her mother, Rhoda Solomon, is currently hospitalized in Williams Lake while waiting for a space to open in Kamloops. But Alanna’s father and sister were

there to cheer her on to complete the course on Sept. 25. Alanna raced as a member of Team Muck, an initiative from the MS Society of BC and Yukon that encourages people to complete a mud or obstacle run as a fundraising effort for the MS Society of Canada. Alanna ran the “Sprint”, a five kilometre course with at least 15 obstacles to conquer such as jumping over flames, climbing large walls, crawling through mud pits and carrying heavy objects. “I was nervous at first,” Alanna said. “But now I am really excited, it seems like a lot of fun and it’s not really scary.” This challenge doesn’t compare to the challenges Alanna and Rhoda have overcome together. “It was just me and my mom,” said Alanna. “My family didn’t really understand the disease or how to help so I had to grow up quickly.” As Rhoda’s symptoms worsened, Alanna learned how to take care of herself and their home. “She was still just my mom though,” Alanna said. “This was just something that was happening that we had to live with.”

Alanna Solomon (right) and her mother Rhoda Solomon. | PHOTO SUBMITTED

Her fundraising efforts haven’t gone unnoticed by her mother. “I can see how proud of me she is. There is an extra smile

from her and that is enough for me to keep doing it.” In the future Alanna would like to work more with the MS Society to fundraise and grow

Team Muck. Anyone who would like to donate to Alanna’s race or the MS Society can visit teammuckmsbc.ca.

RACE TO THE SUN A SUCCESS Cyclists battle it out for top spot Under a clear sky on Sept. 18, 51 cyclists made their way up towards Sun Peaks from Heffley Creek during the sixth annual Race to the Sun hosted by the Interior Grasslands Cycling Club. Racers competed in three categories, leisure, intermediate and elite. Elite racers were competing for cash prizes. First place took home $800, second

place $500 and third place $200. In the elite men’s category the top three finishers were first place winner Drew Moonie, second place Arturo Suarez and third place Manny Feldman. Elite woman’s top finishers were Emma Lujan in first place and Marg Fedina in second. In the intermediate

category Francois Raath claimed the top spot while Joel Worman and Shane Worman took second and third respectively. The leisure category’s top three finishers were Lisa Worman, Nancy Hudim and Tim Schmidt. The 34.2 kilometre course will play host to the race again in 2017.

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>> sports Pendrel brings Olympic talent to local race CANADIAN NATIONAL ENDURO CHAMPIONSHIPS TAKE TO THE TRAILS ““IT’S ALWAYS FUN FOR ME TO COME AND DO THESE MORE LOCAL EVENTS, AND IT WAS REALLY SOCIAL IN BETWEEN RUNS, SO IT WAS NICE RIDING UP THE CHAIRLIFT WITH PEOPLE AND UP THE CLIMBS.”

Pendrel pedaling high above the village during the race. | PHOTOS JAMES CATTANACH

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anadians should be happy mountain biker Catharine Pendrel’s fall on the last lap at the Olympics was nothing like her yard-sale bail at Sun Peaks Resort on Sept. 18. “I got caught in a big rut that had formed in the rain and I crashed,” Pendrel said. “I dropped my chain and it got caught, so I had a four-minute mechanical (delay) on that run.” That unscheduled pit stop on Stage 2 of the Osprey BC Enduro Series Finale cost her a shot at first place in the pro women’s division, eventually won by Leonie Picton, who finished the five-stage downhill event in 38 minutes and 45 seconds. Riders braved a miserable downpour and cold temperatures during practice runs on Sept. 17, but the sun came out for race day and more than 180 tested their mettle at the event, which doubled as the Canadian National Enduro Championships Finale.

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“It’s something I had really wanted to try and it was just perfect to have an event so close to home at the end of the season I could take part in,” said Pendrel, who recovered beautifully from two spills to claim bronze in cross-country mountain biking at the Olympic Summer Games in Rio in August. “It was neat to see how competitive I could be with women who specialize in that (enduro), just because it is different terrain and a different bike than I’m used to.” Pendrel finished fifth in the pro women’s division, 5:04 behind Picton, but the day was never about results. “It’s always fun for me to come and do these more local events, and it was really social in between runs, so it was nice riding up the chairlift with people and up the climbs,” Pendrel said. If she was charging for appearing in selfies, Pendrel likely could have pocketed enough cash to bankroll her travel and accommodation on the World Cup circuit next year.

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The Kamloops resident, who hails from Fredericton, had not sampled the Sun Peaks’ bike park until this summer, but plans to make a few more appearances up the hill in 2017. There was a ceremony held in her honour after the enduro and she was given a pass for next season. This has been a career year for Pendrel, who won her third World Cup title and launched the Olympic-medal monkey off her back, adding to a resume that’s far too long to list here. And the season isn’t over yet. The Olympic bronze medalist spoke to SPIN on Sept. 20 — the one-month anniversary of her podium finish in Rio — while seated on an airplane that was minutes away from whisking her away to Las Vegas, where she competed at a World Cup cyclocross event and attended the Interbike International Expo. “I’m just so happy with what I’ve been able to accomplish,” she said. “The Olympics were everything I wanted, in terms of I gave the best performance I could.

Pendrel recounts her recent Olympic race with fellow Olympian and local resident Nancy Greene Raine at the awards ceremony.

“It’s been a great career to this point, but it still leaves me really motivated for next season.” Osprey BC Enduro Series Finale division winners: Pro men — Stu Dickson (31:35) Pro women — Leonie Picton (38:45) 13- to 15-year-old men — Elliot Jamieson (33:47) 16- to 20-year-old men —

Evan Mant (33:22) 21- to 29-year-old men — Harrison Smith (34:05) 30- to 39-year-old men — Cesar Gairin (34:47) 40- to 49-year-old men — Frith Murray (35:33) 50-plus men — Richard Mulligan (39:35) Open women — Sophie-Anne Blanchette (43:00) 13- to 20-year-old women — Xiola Aldrich (73:41)

>> sports Accessible Stand Up Paddleboarding comes to Paul Lake ADAPTIVE SPORTS AT SUN PEAKS DIPS ITS TOES INTO SUMMER SPORTS by JEAN STRONG

hen you think of Adaptive Sports Sun Peaks (ASSP), you may think of red jackets on the snow. But on Sept. 21 ASSP moved onto the water and partnered with Access Revolution, a Vancouver-based adaptive sports business, to offer one of their first ever summer events at Paul Lake. As part of a provincial tour, Access Revolution hosted a public event for those with disabilities to try accessible stand up paddleboards and the freedom chair, a wheelchair built to maneuver off-road. Jordan Kerton, founder of Access Revolution, toured the province this summer bringing accessible equipment into small communities. The events, funded by an online crowd-funding campaign, partnered with local businesses and adaptive sport organizations to allow those with disabilities to experience a new sport and gain freedom. “Participants tell me that they feel inspired and that they have experienced a new sense of freedom, fun and independence that they never thought was possible before,” Kerton said. She said she hopes her tour, which will continue next spring, can “spread awareness as to what is possible and inspire people to create their own local opportunities.” Sharon Tremblay, ASSP vice

president, said that ASSP was excited to host a summer event and branch into a new area. “We would love to host more summer events in the future,” Tremblay said. “We are so excited to offer SUP with Access Revolution.” Other local partners for the event included Bodie Shandro from Paddle Surfit at Heffley Lake and Dorothy Jordan of dotsSUP in the Nicola Valley. Jordan said she has a personal reason for being involved in the event. “I’ve lived with and cared for a paraplegic family member most of my life so I know how important accessibility is to this program,” Jordan said. “I am passionate about the sport and about making it accessible to everyone.” Jordan said she hoped to provide accessible paddleboarding to the Nicola Valley soon. Shandro said he is also considering the addition of adaptive equipment to his company based on Heffley Lake. “It is something that is very promising and very interesting,” Shandro said. “It would be great to spread it into my community and spread awareness that it is available.” Participants brought their own paddling equipment and boats to share in the familiarization of adaptive equipment and tried the accessible equipment on a first-come, firstserve basis. Boards, equipment and “mini-lessons” were also offered by Shandro and Jordan at the event.

Jordan Kerton uses the accessible board with participants. | PHOTO JORDAN KERTON

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The Kookaburra Lodge sets a new accommodation benchmark at Sun Peaks Resort with concrete construction, hard wearing yet luxurious finishes & high clearance underground parking. This intimate 1 bedroom condo with open design is well appointed with full kitchen & granite countertops, in suite laundry, fireplace, ski and snowboard storage and comes fully furnished. This is a great Ski-in, ski-out location in the village with convenient access to restaurants and shopping.

This is a beautiful mountain home located in an extraordinary setting with great ski-in access from Mt Morrisey backing onto forest. Features 4 spacious bedrooms plus den & a separate self-contained 1 bedroom legal suite situated above the oversized 2 car garage. Nature is at your door step with a year round creek offering privacy & tranquility. Bright gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances & custom wood cabinetry with open concept living and dining area featuring vaulted ceiling and soaring windows.

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58 STONE’S THROW | $384,900

Stylish 4 bedroom plus spacious family room, 3.5 baths, ski-in/ski-out townhouse offers exceptional fishing details. This 3 level comfortable mountain home features a private garage, dramatic vaulted ceiling in the open living area with floor to ceiling windows, heated tile floors, 2 sundecks & a private patio. Situated next to the 15th Fairway of the Graham Cooke designed 18 hold golf course with beautiful views of Mt. Morrisey.This home is being sold fully furnished with hot tub. GST is not applicable.

This unique updated condo in Stone’s Throw, one of Sun Peaks’ most attractive ski in, ski out complexes & located on the 16th fairway of the golf course. This bright south facing loft unit features two levels of living space, including 3 bdrms & 2 baths. The living room has dramatic vaulted ceiling with soaring windows, custom blinds, rock fireplace, and a large open kitchen with granite countertops & eating bar, S/S appliances & heated slate floor. This is a great location and only a short walk to village.

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19 TIMBERLINE | $220,000

This spacious one bedroom condo has great ski-in access located adjacent to the Village and all resort amenities. This cheery home has been freshly painted and features beautiful wood floors, full kitchen, cozy rock fireplace and a great south facing sundeck with views of Mt. Morrisey and down the valley. The updated, modern decor is bright and welcoming and is offered fully furnished. Pets and rentals allowed. GST paid.

Easy ski-in, ski-out from this spotless 2 bedroom condo centrally located in charming Timberline Village. This mountain home is outfitted with everything you need, it is offered fully furnished with a cozy rock fireplace, full kitchen & dining area, heated tile floors in bathroom and kitchen, in suite laundry & private patio area overlooking greenspace. When you are not able to enjoy the home yourself, take advantage of nightly revenue opportunities. GST applicable.

421 NANCY GREENE’S CAHILTY LODGE | $99,000 Ski-in, ski-out and enjoy the fabulous mountain views from this slope side deluxe studio loft in Nancy Greene’s Cahilty Lodge. This condo comes fully furnished with new full kitchen & sleeps 5 comfortably. Recent updates include new paint, flooring and flat screen TV’s. The lodge offers 2 hot tubs (1 indoor & 1 outdoor), exercise room, reading room, restaurant, underground parking, & inviting lobby/reception area. There is a rental management agreement in place with unlimited owner use.

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SOLD 4206 BELLA VISTA DRIVE | $1,529,000 High quality custom built home in ski-in, ski-out location with spectacular window package and exceptional views of the mountains and valley. Open & expansive design and features a stunning floor to ceiling natural ledge stone fireplace. The cabinetry & finishing is impressive with high end appliances & fixtures throughout. All 3 bedrooms have private baths & comfortable hot water radiant heat on basement & main floor levels, plus a legal suite. The details in this home are outstanding with all natural stone, slate & soaring timbers.

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1884 LAKEVIEW DRIVE | $499,000

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