Swimming
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Camping in British Columbia’s West Kootenays: Checking out three great campsites
Camping in the West Kootenay’s is a great way to explore the area and visit communities like Nakusp and Burton. So in July 2020, we visited three campgrounds near or on the shores of Arrow Lake and the town of Nakusp. Continue Reading
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Camping at its best: Revelstoke to Galena Bay, British Columbia
Blanket-Creek Provincial Park
If you are looking for some great camping and hiking, check out the corridor (Highway 23) between Revelstoke and Galena Bay. Surrounded by stunning mountain views - Selkirk Mountains on the east and Monashee Mountains on the west - this area is worth the trip! Continue Reading
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Saysutshun (Newcastle Island) Marine Provincial Park
Newcastle Island, BC | Photo Kim Walker
A short passenger-only ferry ride from Nanaimo brings you to Saysutshun (Newcastle Island) Marine Provincial Park, a place perfect for rest and relaxation. Continue Reading
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Spring Activities Abound in the Okanagan
Blossoms in the Okanagan | Thompson Okanagan Tourism
There are a variety of activities available in early spring, especially because the temperate climate of the Okanagan is so warm early in the season. Continue Reading
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Off the Beaten Track: Nisga’a Memorial Lava Bed Park
For those who don’t mind a drive, Anhluut’ukwsim Laxmihl Angwinga’asanskwhl Nisga’a – a.k.a. Nisga’a Memorial Lava Bed Park – 100 kilometres north of Terrace, in Northern British Columbia, offers a truly wonderful adventure. Continue Reading
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Soaking it up at Lussier Hot Springs, Kootenay Rockies, BC
Lussier Hot Springs, Kootenay Rockies
A hot spring that we had at the top of our list was Lussier Hot Springs. These natural springs are located in Whiteswan Lake Provincial Park. Continue Reading
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5 Fun Family Adventures Near Wasa Lake in the East Kootenays, BC
Gold Panning at Fort Steele
Wasa lake is the warmest lake in the Kootenays and is a popular summer camping destination. This Provincial campground has 103 sites (65 of them are reservable), an amphitheatre for parks talks, nature trail, kids (or adventurous adults) bike park, as well as washrooms with flush toilets and showers. Wasa Lake itself is a short walk or bike ride through the campground and has sandy beaches, a playground, boat launch and grassy picnic areas. Continue Reading
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Paul Lake Provincial Park, a Picturesque Camping Spot Near Kamloops, BC
Paul Lake Day Use Area
We chose Paul Lake for its variety of recreational opportunities. I had heard the day use area was excellent, and a quick look on the BC Parks website confirmed that the park offered both canoeing and hiking. Continue Reading
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“Camping with Teenagers: Is there WIFI?”
Kayaking
Camping with teenagers, can be much more challenging. It can be tough to pull teenagers away from WIFI, friends and video games. So how do we do it? Continue Reading
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Coast Along British Columbia’s Famed Fishing Highway 24 in the Cariboo
Sheridan Lake by Fishing Hwy 24 Tourist Association
While travelling east-west between the Southern Cariboo’s 100 Mile House (above the Fraser Plateau) and the town of Little Fort in BC’s Thompson River Valley, you’ll find the historic Highway 24 – also known as BC’s Fishing Highway. Continue Reading
