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Geocaching is a growing activity in the Peace Region with more and more caches being registered and more geocachers coming to seek them out every day. For those of you who have never heard of geocaching it is a free real-world outdoor treasure hunt. Players try to locate hidden containers, called geocaches, using a smartphone or GPS and can then share their experiences online.
Geocaching in the Peace Region is relatively new, but in Dawson Creek there are plenty of places to explore and pick up a few smiley faces. Each geocache location is a unique representation of the extraordinary nature of the Peace Region and of Dawson Creek’s distinctive history. There are geocaches of every level in Dawson Creek. For beginners there are some that are just on the side of the road or right by local businesses. For the more experienced geocacher there are caches that require more of a hike and some powers of deduction. These geocaches can also vary based on fitness level, while some are wheel chair accessible others require walks in the wilderness.
Geocaching is a great way to get to know any region and spend some time in the great outdoors. Whether you’re on vacation with the family or if you’re flying solo and just want some fresh air geocaching is the way to go. With new caches popping up in Dawson Creek all the time you’ll be hard pressed to keep up with all the amazing stories that arise with each find.
Go on an adventure with geocaching!
August 11, 2012 | Tips from Travellers >
Dawson Creek, Cultural, Community or Seasonal
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It is Fall Fair week in Dawson Creek, which means it’s time to trade in sandals for boots, khakis for a pair of Wrangler jeans and to put on a cowboy hat. It’s time to embrace the spirit of the west and become a cowgirl/boy for the week. Some might feel a little hesitant about this kind of environment, but everyone from the Peace Region knows that we’re all here to have a good time and try some new experiences.
The first step to becoming a cowgirl/boy for the week is the clothes. Try on your first pair of cowboy boots (they even come in pink, or flaming red!), maybe look around at the fair booths where you might find the right cowboy hat just waiting to be tried on. To complete the outfit, you can never go wrong with a pair of Wrangler jeans. Once you’ve got your get up on you may find that infamous western swagger coming naturally. There’s something about wearing a cowboy hat and or boots that just feels right. Don’t be surprised if you suddenly develop a strong southern accent as well!
Now that you’re properly outfitted why not take in some of the livestock exhibits and familiarize yourself with the famous livestock of the west. Cattle, llamas, sheep, goats and of course horses are all at the fair so you can not only admire them but also learn more about what they’re used for on ranches and their importance to the Peace Region.
Now that you’ve learned all about the horses it’s time to try riding one! If you go down to the Agriplex at the EnCana centre near the Fair Grounds in Dawson Creek they’ll be happy to talk to you about trail rides as well as riding inside the track for beginners. Learning how to ride a horse is an exciting experience and this is definitely the week to try it! Once you’ve tried it yourself you’ll definitely be able to appreciate the riders in the Pro Rodeo happening in the grandstands every afternoon. Barrel racing, calf tying and bronco and bull riding are just a few of the exciting events featured in pro rodeo. They’re speed, agility and horsemanship will leave you with your jaw on the floor.
Fall Fair week is always a fun time for the community in Dawson Creek where we can all come together to celebrate western culture. It is one of the best times of the year to try something new and will leave you with fond memories of “that one time” you got to be a cowgirl/boy for a week.