Winter Activities
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RV Snowbirding at Oliver in BC’s Okanagan
Oliver, BC is well known as the “Wine Capital of Canada” and home to more than 40 wineries! However, it is not just a place to go wine tasting in the summer; it is extremely popular for snowbirds and those wanting a little winter adventure. Continue Reading
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Five Spots to Ice Fish and Camp this Winter in British Columbia
Photo Courtesy of Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC
Ice fishing is often overlooked as a winter activity, especially if you live in southern B.C. But fishing opportunities do not stop when the temperature freezes - they only get more exciting. Ice fishing is a very social sport and requires only a limited amount of gear or experience. The entire lake becomes accessible without the need of a boat and you don’t need the often complicated casting techniques required in other fisheries. It’s as simple as drilling a hole and dropping a line. Don’t winterize that RV just yet; there are many parks open year-round close to great hard water lakes. Continue Reading
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Getting back to Nature Any Time of Year
Snowshoeing at Stake Lake near Kamloops. Photo Mary Putnam, Tourism Kamloops
The Thompson Okanagan has a variety of camping locations that are available year-round, offering amenities and services for short and long-term camping; your choices abound. Continue Reading
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5 Ways to Enjoy Winter in Wine Country, Okanagan, British Columbia
SilverStar Mountain Resort. Photo Credit Destination BC/Blake Jorgenson
As cooler temperatures emerge, and the snow blankets the vineyards, the valley transforms from a sun-soaked paradise to the ultimate winter destination. From champagne powder to frozen waterfalls to theatrical sleigh ride shows, the winter can be a magical time to explore the Okanagan. Continue Reading
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9 Steps To Winterizing Your RV
Winterize Your RV
For those new to RVing we offer a few important steps you need to take to ensure your RV will survive the colder winter season. Continue Reading
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Vancouver Island, BC Off-Season Adventures
Snow Shoeing Mt Washington, BC
To get you started let me give you just a couple of very different 'cool season' activities on different parts of Vancouver Island, along with two fantastic year-round RV parks located close to each mini adventure. Life’s too short not to visit the best places, right? So let’s start this Island winter season sampler Continue Reading
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Osoyoos, BC: Desert Camping in the Winter
Nk'Mip Campground and RV Park
We decided to check out Osoyoos a little more closely in the winter since it is such a popular destination in the summer. It is known for often having short, dry winters and is an attractive destination for snowbirds. Continue Reading
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5 BC Places to Visit for Outdoor Fun and Winter Camping
SilverStar Mountain Resort. Photo Credit Destination BC/Blake Jorgenson
British Columbia is fast becoming a destination for RVing and camping, particularly with those who live in colder climes. Here are 5 blogs that we have published during the past year that showcase some of things to do and places to camp in BC’s winter months. Continue Reading
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Tips to Prepare Your RV for Winter Camping in BC
Riverside Park, Whistler, BC
Did you know that there are some 140 campgrounds including BC Parks sites and private campgrounds/RV parks open year-round? You just have to prepare for your camping trips so you keep warm and cozy and that your RV is prepared for winter conditions. Continue Reading
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Winter RV Adventure for Camping Newbies at Sunshine Valley & Manning Park, BC
We had the resort to ourselves in the winter!
If only we had known how amazing RVing in the winter is, we would have taken this trip a long time... Continue Reading
