August 10, 2010 | Tips from Travellers >
Fort St. John, Beaches & Swimming
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In mid July the North Peace Leisure Pool located in
Fort St.
John, reopened its doors after extensive
renovations were completed. I headed over to the pool to check out the
reno’s but to also
experience the public swim and hot tub!
I was amazed to find that the pool
offers many features such as a large waterslide, a multi-lane pool and a kid
pool which has the ability to change the sloped, beach-like pool into a wave
pool!
After the fun public swim and hanging out in the hot tub we headed out to
leave but were pleasantly surprised to learn of a great opportunity for
travelers and locals alike – the pool offers a cardio room with lots of work
out equipment! I know I will be there to workout when I don’t need to buy an
expensive gym membership.
August 10, 2010 | Tips from Travellers >
Fort St. John, Sightseeing Tours
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In mid July I celebrated my birthday by heading out to a
friend’s piece of property near
Cecil Lake which is just outside of
Fort
St. John on
Cecil Lake Rd which turns into highway 64
once in
Alberta.
When we started the drive I expected a short drive consisting of some scenery
and highway but once we turned onto
Cecil
Lake Road I was astounded at the scenery one gets
to experience with a simple drive through the countryside. Once on the road you
follow the
Beatton
River but the greatest
part is the landscape and how quickly it changes from flat to climbing the side
of a mountain!
Being from Ontario this kind of drive is one of my favorites due
to the fact I get to see some amazing
views
like being on top of the grade and looking down over the river with a lush
forest all around!
Editor's note: Learn more about driving routes near Fort St. John here.
August 06, 2010 | Tips from Travellers >
Fort St. John, Dining
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Earlier this week I was taken out for dinner at On the Rocks
Neighborhood Pub in
Fort
St. John. When arriving
at the pub I was a bit hesitant but was reminded by my friend to not judge a
book by its cover!
Once inside and browsing the menu I was shocked at the
variety of meals available – from appetizers, wraps, sandwiches, full meals and
a great variety of drinks! I had the chicken souvlaki wrap which consisted fresh
chicken, cheese, tomatoes and tzaziki sauce…mmm my favorite! The Pub also features
dancing on the weekends!
August 03, 2010 | Tips from Travellers >
Fort St. John, Car / Truck / Motorcycle
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Last night I went out to
Charlie Lake
with some friends to spend the night next to the water and relaxing on the deck
of a great little cabin. We decided to have a BBQ but made it gourmet! It was a
great night next to the lake with the calm setting of the sun and of course
delectable food!