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Prince George, Farms & Markets
Prince George has a year round farmers market each Saturday in the downtown court yard and nearby building. The atmosphere is lots of fun and there is no better place to get fresh locally grown produce, baked goods, homemade salsa, locally made gifts of soap, clothes, jewelry and more. One could buy and entire picnic and then sit and enjoy in the summer sun. Street musicians also often latch on to this opportunity to strut their stuff. Never know what one might find.
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McBride, Hiking
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The Ancient Forest is the worlds farthest inland rainforest located 800km from the ocean. I was awed by these massive ancient trees some of which were 5metres in diameter. As we walked through the forest it felt like stepping back in time into a forest that needs to be cherished and respected. The trail is very natural and well maintained although not suitable for bicycles. Throughout the forest are information boards which kept us well informed. The entire hike took about an hour at a brisk pace and we got to see Tree Beard, the Big Tree and a pretty little waterfall. This is a jewel.
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Prince George, Art Galleries & Artists
Prince George has a architecturally beautiful gallery. When I entered the building I was greeted and directed to the gallery and giftshop. The giftshop was very enjoyable with lots of local merchandise and nice gifts. The displays were the work of local artists and were very thought provocative. Good conversation pieces. I really enjoyed the room in which they had set up materials for the gallery goers to do their own art in the style of the pieces which were on display.
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Mount Robson, River Rafting
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Not much can match the thrill and intensity of feeling the power of the Fraser River beneath you as you rush past its banks and over its rapids. Friends and I drove the Yellowhead highway east of Prince George and enjoyed the lush green landscape from which slowly arose the Rocky Mountains and magnificent Mount Robson. At the base of this geographical giant we entered the Fraser River. My teeth were chattering with fright but once I heard the confidence of our guide's voice as he commanded us to paddle and we rushed safely across the raging water my fear changed to adrenaline and excitement. We learned the names and history of rapids as we traversed them. About half way through the trip we portaged around Reargard falls and got to enjoy its beauty from the banks. The trip was just one treat after another ending with a voluntary dip in the chilling Fraser waters.
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Harrison Hot Springs, Festivals & Events
In full swing until July 17th the Harrison Music Festival is a fun affordable event. My family and I packed a picnic and spent the afternoon strolling the beaches of beautiful Harrison Lake with the mountains rising up around us and music lilting over the water. We enjoyed shopping at the open air market which featured pottery, jewlery, almonds of every flavour imaginable and much more. Then we just settled down on the grass and bopped to the beat. This made for a very special day.
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Quesnel, Guest Ranches & Horseback Riding
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British Columbia was built from the backs of horses. Times have changed and wrangling has become more of a pleasure then a necessity but in my opinion, horseback riding remains an essential BC experience. Some friends and I chose to try our hand at this adventure with Triple J Ranch, an outfitter 20 minutes north of Quesnel. This is an experience I will never forget. The horses were well trained, the outback was stunning and our host, Martin, was knowledgeable, competent and friendly. As we rode across the fields with the sun setting before us in that moment there was nowhere else I would rather be.