September 16, 2010 | Field Reports >
Williams Lake, Festivals & Events
British Columbia Field Reporter Chris Wheeler joins the community of
Williams Lake for a massive barbecue sponsored by the Ministry of
Tourism, Culture and the Arts. Chris joins the guest host of the event
Kristi Gordon from Global BC and speaks with Lisa Faulds the grand
prize winner of the contest.
The winners of the "You Gotta Be Here‟ contest, selected randomly by a third party, are as follows:
Culinary
Delights: A six-day culinary adventure through the rolling valleys,
majestic peaks and breathtaking ocean views of the Vancouver, Coast and
Mountains Region. Won by Ian Trombley of Hazelton.
Island
Getaway: A seven-day Gulf Islands adventure that includes kayaking, and
pampering at indulgent spas, in the Vancouver Island Region. Won by
Robert Young of Nelson.
Wines and Vistas: A six-day tour of
the Thompson Okanagan Region resorts and lodges, as well as a sampling
of wines and outdoor experiences. Won by Judy Jolliffe of Campbell
River.
Mountain of Adventure: A five-day discovery of
glaciers, hot springs and adventures in the Kootenay Rockies Region.
Won by Lisa Faulds of Williams Lake.
Fly-Fishing Escape: A
three-day experience including flight-seeing and fly-fishing in the
Cariboo Chilcotin Coast Region. Won by Kathleen Hair of Vancouver.
Great
Northern Rail Ride: A four-day train journey across the diverse and
magical Northern BC Region. Won by Donna Garbelya of Kelowna.
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