Summer water safety tips
[July/August] There is nothing like getting wet in the summer heat so lets take time to go over some summer water safety tips so everyone enjoys the many activities that our lakes, rivers and seashore...
View ArticleoTENTiks come to national parks
Is it a tent or is it a cabin? Camp out in the woods in Canada's National Parks this summer in an oTENTik - enjoy the comforts of home with the flavor of "roughing it". Book your oTENTik now! The post...
View ArticleParks Canada focus on wildlife safety
Too many black bears and other wildlife are struck by motorists each year. Parks Canada asks drivers to drive carefully on mountain park roads and avoid feeding animals. The post Parks Canada focus on...
View ArticleConrad Kain interpretive sign
The career and accomplishments of Conrad Kain, Canada's celebrated first professional mountain guide,are celebrated with an interpretive sign at a scenic viewpoint alongside Hwy 93/95. Worth the stop....
View ArticleFree admission to national parks on Canada Day
Parks Canada is celebrating Canada’s 148th Birthday this year with free admission to all 44 of our country’s national parks, 4 national marine conservation areas and 168 national historic sites across...
View ArticleBoat safety for you and the lake
Boaters and watersports enthusiasts are out on the lake for another summer season of fun in the sun. With increasing boat traffic on Lake Windermere, it’s time to brush up on safe vessel operation. The...
View ArticleCampfire ban lifted
There are currently no campfire bans in effect for the Southeast fire centre. The post Campfire ban lifted appeared first on ColumbiaValley.com.
View ArticleColumbia Valley Transit
Relax and enjoy the ride on a Columbia Valley Transit bus. A good solution for medical appointments, shopping trips, mobility challenges or visiting in a nearby community. Inexpensive too! The post...
View ArticleUpdate! Only 2 Residences left at Construction Prices!
The 2 remaining Residences at Bighorn Meadows in Radium Hot Springs are almost ready for occupancy! Only two beautiful, affordable vacation homes left at construction prices right beside the Springs...
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Tick season in the Columbia Valley
Rocky Mountain wood tick (Dermacentor andersoni) Spring and summer in the Columbia Valley are tick season and campers, hikers and pets are especially vulnerable to the nasty little creatures. The...
View ArticleThis Calgary family gets around the Valley… mostly on bikes!
This Calgary family spends a lot of time mountain biking in the Columbia Valley and has a great blog to show for it. Sometimes we don’t get to hear the stories from visitors to our Valley. This one’s...
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Toward Healthy, Happy Golden Years
One of the things I love about the Columbia Valley is the passion of so many of its people to create a healthy environment for themselves and those they love – with wholesome food to eat, clean water...
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Historical heritage of the Columbia Valley
The historical heritage of the Columbia Valley is rich with vision, courage and a huge sense of adventure. The area was originally part of the traditional territory of the Ktunaxa (Tun-NA-hah) tribe....
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oTENTiks in Kootenay National Park
If you love the idea of camping in the woods but not actually “roughing it”, Canada’s National Parks (and that includes Kootenay National Park) now offer campers the option of renting one of several...
View ArticleThrough Kootenay National Park and beyond
It’s great to hear about another media personality checking out the warmer side of the Canadian Rockies. Mike Drew (Calgary Sun) came through from Calgary early last week for the day in hopes of...
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Two Different Worlds
Click to enlarge image – Pharmacy vs Organics – (Image from DDees.com) Someone sent me this picture the other day, inspiring me to contemplate the two different worlds depicted. What does the picture...
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Golden, B.C. Canyon closure echoes around the world
PRESS RELEASE dHz Media April 5, 2016 Tourism Golden Battle brewing: Town rallies supporters as CP Rail delivers blow to community’s tourism GOLDEN, B.C. — Following extensive discussions in March, CP...
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Forest fire prevention in the Columbia Valley
Forest fire prevention is a huge concern in the Columbia Valley each year, especially during the late spring, summer and fall seasons. Although forest fires can devastate our natural environment at any...
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This Calgary family gets around the Valley… mostly on bikes!
This Calgary family spends a lot of time mountain biking in the Columbia Valley and has a great blog to show for it. Sometimes we don’t get to hear the stories from visitors to our Valley. This one’s...
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Boat safety for you and the lake
Photo CV Archives Boaters and watersports enthusiasts are out on the lake for another summer season of fun in the sun. With increasing boat traffic on Lake Windermere, it’s time to brush up on safe...
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