August 21, 2009 | Tips from Travellers >
Kimberley Alpine Resort, Skiing & Snowboarding
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The Paralympic spirit is alive in the town of Kimberley, British Columbia.
It started as a dream to create the best Race Training Centre possible for Paralympic Athletes. Kimberley Alpine Resort has a long history of supporting Race Training that dates back to the 60’s and 70’s with athletes like Gerry Sorenson.
Gerry Sorensen Lenihan began skiing at the age of 10 in Kimberley, BC where she was born in 1958. Sorensen was named Canada’s “Top Female Athlete”, Sport B.C.’s “Top Senior”, and “Top Overall Athlete” in 1982. Named #1 in the world for the Downhill Event for the 1982-83 season. In 1984, she won her 4th World Cup victory in 3 years in the Downhill Course at Puy St. Vincent, France.
Gerry set the tone for athletic excellence and both Kimberley’s community and Kimberley Alpine Resort have not looked back.
Continuing with athletic excellence and dedication to the sport, Annie and Jerry Johnston started Canada’s first disabled skiing program and so began the tradition of Kimberley becoming the destination for disabled training and racing. Jerry assumed duties as the President and Executive Director in of the Canadian Association for Disabled Skiing (CADS) in 1976 and received Federal Charter as non-profit organization in 1979.
Now the City of Kimberley and Kimberley Alpine Resort have built an Alpine Training Run and continue their hard work and determination to build a Paralympic Training Centre
August 20, 2009 | Tips from Travellers >
Pemberton, Culinary Tours & Schools
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The Pemberton Valley, nestled 8000 ft. below beautiful Mt. Currie, is home to a wide range of activities, restaurants, accomodation and more. Famed as the Seed-Potato capital, the 'Spud Valley' boasts some of the best produce available, from Pemberton Meadows Natural Beef to one of our newer additions, Schramm's Potato Vodka. Fresh Pemberton produce is available at many of our local restaurants, and it's quickly taking off all across the province. The Annual Slow Food Cycle every August is for sure the best showcase of the Valley- mixing biking, delicious food and gorgeous scenery all into one.
After filling up on the local cuisine nothing is better then mixing in some adventure - in the Pemberon Valley, opportunities are unlimited whether you want to just relax in some Hot Springs or test your limits Sky Diving. Jet Boating with a LEGENDARY big mountain skiier, Paragliding with a professional stunt man, or going for a horse back ride with your grandparents, you can do it all right here. We've got two top-notch golf courses, Big Sky and the Meadows and multiple Horseback Riding companies. The Pemberton area is also home to a lot of great hiking and biking opportunities, fishing spots, hot springs, and camping sites, and no matter where you go, beautiful scenery is trailing verrry close behind.
Bellies full and bodies worn out? No problem. Finding a place to crash is easy, with 11 B&Bs, 2 Hotels, 1 Motel, 2 Hostels and a whhhhole lot of campsites (provincial, private and recreational). Prices range from affordable to 'Whistler-esque', so come stop by the Visitor Centre and we'll be happy to find a place to suit your vacation perfectly!
But seriously, this place is awesome, fun for the whole family, from the museum-bound to the extreme-seekers so come for a visit, and be sure to stop by the visitor center on Highway 99 across from Petro canada.
see you soon!
August 18, 2009 | Tips from Travellers >
Rossland, Dining
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My fiancé took me out for dinner last week to the Gypsy at Red. It was an incredible fine dining experience with a menu that will tantalize your palate. I couldn’t believe all the options that looked incredible, although I had to decide I can’t wait to go back and try some other dishes. The ambiance was great at the Gypsy, the warm breeze coming in from the patio and watching the sky brighten with the rising moon all enhanced the evening.
The Gypsy at Red is an award winning restaurant, located at the base of the beautiful Red Mountain in Rossland, BC. The Gypsy serves up a unique blend of creative gourmet meals, integrating amazing flavours into each beautiful dish. The Gypsy at Red is an experience not to be missed, enjoy their fabulous options in their new menu as well as homemade desserts and a great wine list.
Check out the Gypsy at Red and experience the personable service and attention to detail, I can’t wait to return!
August 18, 2009 | Tips from Travellers >
Rossland, Dining
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Today I had my first Rossland muffin, from Clancey’s. Everyone had been telling me I had to try it and today I did. It is one of the largest muffins I have ever seen and it is filled with cream cheese! I have visited Clancey’s a few times; it’s a great place to sip a latte. I have noticed these giant warm muffins before but didn’t know if I could handle it. A friend brought me one this morning and waited in anticipation on my first bite and my first experience of this unknown land. I was amazed.
I have noticed during my summer here that Rosslanders’ both work and play hard and this also applies to their muffins. This is more than a muffin, this is a Rossland muffin.
Elevated beauty, unassuming charm and a golden past characterize Rossland. This truly is the best place to live, work and play. Some of the unlimited activities in Rossland include, mountain biking, golfing, hiking, horseback riding, downhill, Nordic and snow cat skiing, snowshoeing and dog sledding. And of course their incredible dining, spas and numerous festivals and events throughout the year are other great reason to visit.
Nestled in the crater of an ancient volcano at an elevation of 1023 meters, Rossland is one of Canada’s highest cities. With an average annual snowfall of 750 centimeters (300”) at Red Mountain, Rossland has a renowned reputation for powder skiing and has produced some of Canada’s best ski racers. Rossland offers mountain bikers and hikers hundreds of kilometers of trails, all radiating from the center of town.
Check out Rossland and be sure to try a muffin!
August 18, 2009 | Tips from Travellers >
Nelson, Festivals & Events
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The fourth annual Little Fest took place a few weekends ago at the Little Slocan Lodge. Performers included Agnostic Mountain Gospel Choir, The Cave Singers, Frazey Ford & Ora Cogan, United Steelworkers of Montreal, The Pasties, Fish & Bird, Widow Maker and Kenny Konrad & Old Blind Crow.
There was an outdoor stage, beverage garden, food concession and free camping. The great music went from noon till 2 am. The atmosphere was so incredible and you could feel it even from walking up the path. The mountain music was drifting through the trees; it was a very unique venue.
Despite the rain, wind and hail the crowd at Little Fest continued to dance and have a good time; nearly 450 people braved the weather and enjoyed all the very talented emerging bands.
August 14, 2009 | Tips from Travellers >
Prince Rupert, Car / Truck / Motorcycle
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I just returned from Prince Rupert, and had a great time! I went on a tour of Pike Island, which has petroglyphs and a longhouse, with Seashore Charters. We ate (and drank!) at Rain Dining Lounge, which was super funky AND had amazing food! I also stayed in a brand new suite at The Crest Hotel, and it was awesome - kitchen with granite countertops, entertainment area, flatscreen, fireplace, king size bed... I didn't want to leave it.
August 12, 2009 | Tips from Travellers >
New Hazelton, Car / Truck / Motorcycle
New Hazelton is located on the northern most point of Highway 16. New Hazelton is a small friendly town with stores, hotels, gas stations, a bakery, a skate park, a family park area, many hiking trails, and it is even the hometown of an Olympic Wrestler! I put a short Video blog together showcasing a bit of New Hazelton, its history, and its beautiful surroundings!
August 12, 2009 | Tips from Travellers >
Dawson Creek, Museums
Record a video blog at the Alaska Highway House museum in Dawson Creek, BC.
August 12, 2009 | Tips from Travellers >
Dawson Creek, Museums
Record a video blog at the Alaska Highway House museum in Dawson Creek, BC.
August 11, 2009 | Tips from Travellers >
Quesnel, Guest Ranches & Horseback Riding
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When he rode to the Anahim Lake Stampede in 1977, Dale Dunn and a group of his friends were hosted overnight by the legendary Pan Phillips at his fish camp on the Blackwater River. From 24 June to 14 July 2009, Dale and Yvonne Dunn led a horseback trek from Titetown Lake to Anahim Lake and return. During this trek we had the pleasure of visiting Pan's son Robbie and his wife Linda at the Pan Phillips Fish Camp, which they continue to operate on a year-round basis. Robbie and Linda were extremely gracious hosts who invited us into their home (and main lodge), which is replete with memorabilia extolling the life and times of Pan Phillips. Anyone who has read the numerous books about Pan's life and adventures would relish a visit to the Pan Phillips Fish Camp, as would anyone wishing to avail themselves of the magnificent fishing opportunities afforded by the Blackwater River. The accompanying photo shows (left to right) Linda Phillips, Yvonne Dunn, Robbie Phillips and Dale Dunn with the main lodge in the background.