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Prince George, Dining
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If you're looking for some of the best food that Prince George has to offer, look no further than the White Goose Bistro on 3rd Ave.
With everything from pasta to ostrich burgers to seafood, this restaurant is sure to please even the pickiest of eaters. And the best part - ten of their menu items are just $10 every day during lunch hours! My personal lunch favourite is the crispy chicken ceasar wrap...yum!
I've always had awesome food and fantastic service at the White Goose, and I encourage you to give it a try yourself!
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Kitimat, Museums
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Our local museum is another 'must stop' destination. Located in the lower City Centre, the museum is the place to trace the modern and pre-industrial history of Kitimat and the Kitimat Valley.
The museum has exhibits presenting our interesting history from a number of different perspectives. They depict the way of life of the early settlers and the turn of the Century pioneers. They also display a fascinating glimpse of the culture and history of the earliest residents - the Haisla First Nations of the Kitamaat Village.
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Kitimat, Beaches & Swimming
Kitimat's Olympic-size pool is the centerpiece of the aquatic centre that has been retrofitted and re-opened in March 2009. Relax in the hot tub or sauna, experience the rush of the waterslide or play in the lazy river and water fountains. The Aquatic Centre is part of the Tamitik Jubilee Sports Complex that is also home to one of the Northern British Columbia's largest ice arenas, squash courts, boxing ring, and an outdoor playground.
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Prince George, Bird Watching
Cottonwood Island Park in Prince George is a great spot to check out some of BC's best birds - bald eagles!
While walking through the park the other day, I spotted two nests within the park itself and a large one across the river as well. Keep your eyes on the skies, because at least one of the resident eagles was soaring above looking for fish in the shallow river.
Don't miss this opportunity to see some great wildlife right within the city!
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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 09, 2010 | Tips from Travellers >
Smithers, Art Galleries & Artists
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The other night, I attended the opening reception for Nigel Fox's showing of "Milestone: A Fox Year in Painting". It was a great show of colorful paintings that everyone at the event thoroughly enjoyed.
The Smithers art gallery tends to always have an opening night for a new exhibit, and I encourage everyone to attend if they have the chance. With the catalyst of refreshments and a healthy appreciation of art, you can strike up a conversation with your neighbour and get to know the community. One can experience a warm Smithers welcome, and enjoy the exhibit surrounded by (old or new) friends.
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Smithers, Museums
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Full of local artefacts and history, the Bulkley Valley Museum has it all. A great place to stop if you're interested in the history of the Bulkley Valley and of Canadian pioneers, the knowledgeable staff will tell you about the history of our area.
I received a tour from one of the staff through the museum, which was great - I had always been to the museum on school trips, and as a kid with my parents, but I saw it from a completely different perspective being older (and perhaps wiser).
Seeing what my home town used to look like, and to see how it's grown in the last 100 years is amazing. I couldn't imagine how difficult it would have been to explore this vast, and beautiful, country.
There's so much to see - and learn - from our local museum. They'll show you through the exhibits - one especially that is a surprise to people is an invention from Smithers that no one can actually believe at first because it affects so many people world wide. I won't tell you what it is (you'll have to see it for yourself!) but it is simply (HINT) "eggceptional"!
The building itself is something to explore- built in 1925, it was the original courthouse for Smithers. So drop by if you're going through Smithers - you won't regret it!
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Smithers, Hiking
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One of my favorite regular hikes is Call Lake Provincial Park. The other day, we ventured out for an adventure. We hiked the 3 kilometer loop, that brings you from the trail head, sort of past Call Lake (if you squint through the trees), up to "the bench" (an actual bench) and then back again.
This makes for a nice after-dinner hike that isn't too strenuous but long enough that you are satisfied. My favorite part is making it up to the bench, and looking down over the valley, especially if the sun is setting. It creates a beautiful glow that I can't really describe.
The other loop is 5 kilometers, for those who want a bit longer of a trek. I like how small the park is, and how the people living in the area of it are somewhat of a community. Go see this local favorite - either if you're hiking or biking!
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Terrace, Festivals & Events
This year I decided to attend the events happening in Terrace during Riverboat days. It was a phenomenal experience and I encourage everyone to participate next year.
I have attached a picture video of the parade I enjoyed, what a great way to start off the day! I then went to the farmers market which was very successful, a variety of arts and crafts along with many cultures of food for sale. Yummy!
Nearby was a live band, different sporting events, and a whole lot of fun! To top off the day at night I was amazed by the fireworks. Enjoy!
Editor's note: Riverboat Days is an annual event in Terrace. Learn more about it here.
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Terrace, Sightseeing Tours
Trapline Mountain is one of Terrace's top secret spots to view beautiful glacier lakes and walk around at an altitude of 4,700 feet among the peaks of mountain tops. I was lucky enough to head up last weekend with some family friends and took some photographs of the beauty around this mountain.
To get to Trapline Mountain head up Copper River Forestry Road for 22.6 km and then the road forks, follow the right up the mountain until you come to the top. It is a beautiful easy walk, and a chance to see the top of a mountain without a vigorous hike. This is also a prime snowmobile location as well as mountain biking.
Trapline Mountain is a breathtaking experience and a wonderful trip for a relaxing adventure.