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OUTDOOR POOL PUBLIC SWIM SCHEDULE 2014 CITY OF KAMLOOPS • AQUATICS
| Administration: 250.828.3655 | www.kamloops.ca/swim
BROCK POOL 2470 FLEETWOOD AVE. 250.554.1747
McDONALD POOL 262 KING STREET 250.554.2254
June 1 - 29 Monday - Friday 6-8 pm Saturday & Sunday 1-8 pm
June 1 - 29 Monday - Friday 3-8 pm Saturday & Sunday 1-8 pm
June 30 - August 24 Monday - Friday 1-4 pm & 6-8 pm Saturday & Sunday 1-8 pm
June 30 - August 24 Monday - Sunday 1-8 pm
August 25 - 31 Monday Sunday 1-6 pm M onday - S unday 1 -6 p m
August 25 - 31 Monday - Sunday 1-6 pm
SUMMER
SWIM LESSONS We offer swim lessons at our outdoor and indoor pools for all ages. Pick up a hot sheet at the pools for details or visit kamloops.ca/swim
LAP SWIMMING Brock Pool: Mon-Fri, 4:15-6:00pm; McDonald Pool: Mon & Wed, 12:00-1:00pm
SPECIAL EVENTS Enjoy a swim and have some fun! Each week in July & August the lifeguards organize creative activities and games.
McDONALD POOL: Twisted Tuesdays 1-4pm
BROCK POOL: Thunderstruck Thursdays 1-4pm
For more information or for the Public Swim Schedule, visit us on the web at www.kamloops.ca/swim CASH ONLY. POOLS CLOSED ON STATUTORY HOLIDAYS
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Kamloops in full bloom From trails to parks, tournaments to shows, enjoy the Interior’s sunniest city as it blossoms this summer Kamloops is known across North America for being Canada’s Tournament Capital. It’s not only sports — with the plethora of fields, tracks, ice, hills, pools, lakes and just about anything else related to competitions — that is part of the Tournament Capital recipe. It’s also cultural and recreational conferences of all types that bring to Kamloops a diverse cross-section of visitors. In 2013, Kamloops won the Communities in Bloom title for the third time and recieved special mention for its management of Kenna Cartwright Park. The competition honours several efforts within municipalities, judging them on tidiness, environmental action, heritage, landscape, urban forestry, community involvement, floral displays and civic pride. It’s more than just flowers — it’s about building a better community for people to live in and visit. Kamloops continues to be a leading community in sports tourism with 84 parks, 70 sports fields, six indoor rinks, 80 kilometres of trails and 41 hard-surface courts. According to the city, event hosting brought over $13 million into the region in 2013. Last year, the Tournament Capital also played host to the B.C. Seniors Games, attracting 3,742 participants. The Games brought more than $2 million into the local economy, according to the city. The 2014 Tim Hortons Brier was held in Kamloops from March 1 to March 9. Games were held at Interior Savings Centre and Memorial Arena housed the Brier Patch. When the event was awarded to Kamloops in 2012, the Canadian Curling Association announced the economic impact to the local economy would be an estimated $5 million. As well, the B.C. Lions continue to call Kamloops
home for their June training camp. In this indispensable resource we call the Kamloops Vacation Guide 2014, you will find exciting and uniqueto-Kamloops ways to discover the area — sports and non-sports-related With more than 2,000 hours of sunshine annually, you’ll want to get outdoors to enjoy the beautiful weather — and you don’t need to be a high-calibre athlete to do so. Fast-paced and thrilling adventure exists for those with a desire to burn some energy. Explore the endless network of single-track trails on a mountain bike or plunge down the rapids while whitewater rafting. Slow things down by hiking in the sagebrush-dotted hills, golfing on many of the championship courses or visiting one of the numerous city pools. For more of a leisurely paced adventure, check out the downtown core. With its cobblestone sidewalks, restored heritage buildings, grand shade trees, museum, library and art galleries, downtown Kamloops offers an exciting ambiance for all. The streets are lined with sidewalk cafés and eclectic restaurants and events are plentiful. Take in farmers’ markets downtown and in North Kamloops, the Hot Nite in the City car show, Music in the Park, theatre and movies in the parks and other exciting festivals and events. Elsewhere in this publication, learn about the history of Kamloops and the region. Whether you are a longtime resident or a first-time visitor, keep this guide as your personal road map for exploring Kamloops and the area. We invite you to let loose and just play!
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Knouff Lake Camping Resort A Year Round Facility for Sportsmen & Vacationers
CAMPSITES DAILY W/HOOKUP - $35 DAILY NO HOOKUP - $25 SANI DUMP - $8 DAY RATES $5/DAY PER PERSON HIKING, SWIMMING OR PICNICKING Log Cabin Nightly Rates LAKESIDE
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LAKEFRONT
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LAKEVIEW 526 sq.ft., suitable for 7 persons 1 double beds, 6 singles
REDWOOD Deluxe cabin
ROYAL 509 sq.ft., suitable for 7 persons Double bed, 6 singles
KINGS 511 sq.ft., suitable for 8 persons Double bed, 8 bunks
HILLTOP 332 sq.ft., suitable for 4 persons 2 double beds
HONEYMOON Inside plumbing, suitable for 2 persons 1 double bed
HILLSIDE suitable for 2 persons 1double bed
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Nestled in beautiful forest-covered mountains, Knouff Lake is an ideal place for fishing or hunting, or to spend a vacation. While readily reached by motor roads, it is far enough away to offer restful seclusion. Here, one feels the potent lure and enchantment of Canada’s vast virgin wilderness. Freedom from formality forms the basis upon which real recreation is built.
CHARMING ENVIRONMENT Days are just the right warmth… Nights are always cool and sleep inducing… The air is fresh and exhilarating… Deep green grass, riotous with brilliant flowers, carpets the forest isles… Wild berries are abundant. The waters of Knouff Lake are warm enough to make swimming enjoyable, yet cool enough to be invigorating. Boats and all accommodations are furnished at most reasonable rates.
FISHING & HUNTING Knouff Lake is a veritable fisherman’s paradise. Kamloops trout, a distinct species famous for their great size and fighting qualities, test the skill of the sportsman to the utmost and furnish a never-to-be-forgotten thrill before they are landed. Individual fish weighing from 2lbs and up, are regularly taken on the rod. The country around Knouff Lake abounds in game of all kinds. The lodge affords excellent headquarters for hunters.
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Lamberton’s Knouff Lake Resort Lamberton’s Knouff Lake Resort 40 MINUTES NORTH OF KAMLOOPS • 9608 KNOUFF LAKE ROAD PH: 250-578-8155 • TOLL FREE: 1-888-562-0555 • FAX: 250-578-8683 WWW.KNOUFFLAKE.COM
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Discover the River City
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AMLOOPSIANS ARE PROUD OF THEIR CITY AND WILL SHOW IT OFF AS OFTEN AS THEY CAN.
Kamloops is the second-largest city in the Interior of British Columbia, home to 86,500 residents. Accessible by three major B.C. highways, the city is among the warmest in Canada and boasts world-class sporting facilities and recreational experiences. The city is affordable and visitors and residents can enjoy some inexpensive getaways, such as golfing or skiing from about $89 per day. Here are some reasons to enjoy Kamloops: • Warmest summers: Average temperature of 27.2 C from June to August. • Most parks: The area is home to 84 parks, which puts it at the top of the list for all of B.C. • Kamloops’ mild, dry four-season climate means visitors can enjoy summer and winter activities. • The Tournament Capital gets 2,000 hours of sunshine per year and only 270 millimetres of rain.
• The average snowfall is 86 centimetres (33.86 inches) in the city area and up to 559 centimetres (17 feet) at nearby Sun Peaks, Canada’s third-largest ski resort. • Usually, the city ranks No. 1 in Canada for hottest summers, No. 2 for warmest springs, driest city and most sunny days in warm months, 11th for warmest yearround, 13th for mildest winter and 14th for most sunny days.
Central location Kamloops is located right in the heart of British Columbia’s Interior and is accessible by train, plane and automobile. From Kamloops, it is a 3.5-hour drive to Vancouver, six hours to Calgary and eight hours to Edmonton. Air Canada Jazz, WestJet and Central Mountain Airlines service the city, taking people anywhere from the Coast to Prince George to Calgary — all of which open up the world to travellers. The Rocky Mountaineer Railtour and VIA Rail trains make stops in the city. X See CITY Page 6
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TUESDAY LADIES NIGHT STARTS AT 2:00PM
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THURSDAY MEN’S NIGHT STARTS AT 12:00PM
ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT. ADULT PAYS $20.00
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City suited for sports X From Page 5
Meetings/conventions
Fishing • Swimming • Canoes Kayaks • Hiking Trails • Laundromat Hot Showers • Fire Pits • Picnic Tables
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Enjoy a meal on our covered Patio overlooking Dutch Lake Fabulous Food • Fantastic View Reservations are recommended during July and August
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Kamloops is becoming a choice destination for organizations holding major conferences. The city offers 16 convention facilities, ranging in size from 816 square feet to more than 48,000 square feet. There are also five major destination resorts in the Kamloops area and 10 other hotels with meeting facilities.
Tournament Capital of Canada True to its moniker of Canada’s Tournament Capital, visitors and residents can find a tournament every weekend in Kamloops. Some of the facilities the city has built include a 35,000-square-foot fieldhouse complete with indoor running track, an Olympic-sized hockey rink, championship soccer stadium with 500 seats, a soccer facility for tournaments, 12 baseball diamonds and a 1,500-seat baseball park.
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SWIM - FISH - RELAX Clean comfortable two bedroom, full bath waterfront cabins with kitchens one bedroom cabins with kitchens, bath with shower also available RV park with hookups
2488 Harper Ranch Road, Pinantan Lake, BC pinantanlake@lakecable.tv • www.pinantanlake.bc.ca 250-573-3534 • Fax: 250-573-3540 • 1-866-882-8826
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HIT THE COURT The Kamloops Tennis Centre is busy virtually every day as soon as the weather is warm. Tennis courts can be found at several parks around the city, including Riverside Park, Overlander Park and Exhibition Park. KTW file photo
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Alive with art and culture Fort those looking to explore the cultural side of Kamloops, the city boasts a breadth of experiences to be had. Kamloops has a rich cultural heritage that ranges from art to theatre to First Nations history. Here is a look at what the city has to offer:
Kamloops Symphony Orchestra Some say there is nothing like experiencing live orchestral music — and Kamloops can provide that experience. From September to May, the KSO offers live music by composers from around the world and in a range of styles. Performances are held at the 710-seat Sagebrush Theatre, 1300 Ninth Ave., and the Pavilion Theatre, 1025 Lorne St.
Secwepemc Museum and Heritage Park
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In order to experience the cultural history of the First Nations people of this area, a visit to the Secwepemc Museum and Heritage Park is in order. The museum exhibits incorporate the oral history and legends of the Secwepemc people, along with historical photographs, illustrations and artifacts. Also on display are birch canoes, summer mat lodge and exhibits on hunting, fishing, clothing, games, food gathering and cooking. Heritage Park is located on the banks of the South Thompson River on a 12-acre property and is a complement to the museum. A one-kilometre stretch of trail leads visitors through the remains of a 2,000-year-old Shuswap winter village site, four reconstructed winter pit houses and a summer village. The village features a tule mat lodge, hunting lean-to, fish drying rack, fish trap, smoke house and traditional plant foods.
The Ethnobotanical Gardens
Brookfield Centre • Clearwater
25O.674.3122 Open - Saturday Open MonMonday - Fri, 9:00am - 6:00pm 9 am 6 pm & Sat, 9:00am - 5:00pm
The Secwepemc Ethnobotanical Gardens are located in Heritage Park and are divided into five zones, each representing a different ecosystem found within the Secwepemc territory. Interpretive signs located at each garden describe the ecosystem in which the plants grow naturally. Location: 311-355 Yellowhead Hwy. X See HISTORY Page 9
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Zipline Adventure Park
History of the Wild West X From Page 8
Kamloops Museum and Archives With three floors of permanent and changing exhibits, visitors can discover the history of this Wild West town. Exhibits here include: The local Secwepemc nation, early fur traders, the Gold Rush and gold seekers, cattle ranchers, paddlewheelers and railway construction, the coming of permanent settlers and the making of a frontier town. Tours include informal or formal guided museum tours. Also featured is the Children’s Museum, the first of its kind in B.C. The museum also offers a self-guided walking tour, while bicycle tours and cemetery tours are available. The Kamloops Museum and Archives is located at the corner of Second Avenue and Seymour Street in the bright gold building. Open Tuesdays to Saturdays, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Admission: $3 for adults, $1 for youth. Location: 207 Seymour St.
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The Kamloops Art Gallery is located in downtown Kamloops and boasts the largest permanent art collection in the Interior, with more than 1,700 pieces. It also features a gallery store, hosts special events and offers programs for children and adults who want to explore their artistic side. Location: 101-465 Victoria St.
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Kamloops Firehall Museum The City of Kamloops Fire Rescue service has created a museum that showcases the 118-year history of firefighting in Kamloops. Location: 1205 Summit Dr.
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Racing with the rapids In Kamloops, people can take a water-rafting trip suited to their interests — extreme, casual or novice. Take a motorized-raft trip or enjoy a paddle trip and really get involved with the river. It depends on how much excitement someone wants. There are three rivers to raft in Kamloops Country — the Thompson, Adams and Clearwater. A variety of companies, some with 20 years or more experience, spend six months a year guiding rafters of all skill levels.
Thompson River Those who want to experience the Thompson usually start at Spences Bridge and end at Lytton, the Rafting Capital of Canada. Guide your raft through rapids with names like the Frog, the Devil’s Kitchen and the Jaws of Death.
Adams River
Clearwater River
The Adams, near Shuswap Lake, is a wonderful starting point for both first-timers and experienced rafters. The Weir, the Ender Waves and especially the Gorge, where the river spills through a narrow canyon, are breathtaking.
Rush down the Clearwater in Wells Gray Park, past volcanoes, lava rock formations, lush forests and spectacular waterfalls. The region is an unspoiled wilderness and is one of the best-kept secrets in B.C.
Meadow Creek GOLF CLUB
Located a short and scenic 35-minutes drive southwest from Kamloops adjacent to the Logan Lake Municipal campground, the Meadow Creek Golf Course is a hidden gem that offers a challenging layout amid ruggedly natural charm and stunning views. Meadow Creek can be played as a 3,091-yard nine-hole course or as a 6,160-yard 18-hole track. Come tee off only one kilometre from Logan Lake, just off the Coquihalla Highway and down Highway 97D.
GREEN FEES: Monday Special: $12 ALL DAY Regular: 9 Holes - $20 18 Holes - $31 Juniors - $12 Twilight - $12 Out of Town Guest with member: 9 Holes - $12 18 Holes - $20
POWER CARTS: 9 Holes: $15
18 Holes: $27
Twilight: $15
CLUB RENTALS: Regular: $10
Juniors: $5
Prices do not include taxes.
Meadow Creek Road, Logan Lake, BC
CLUB HOUSE: 250.523.6666
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River rafting with Interior Whitewater Established in 1983, Interior Whitewater continues to be the innovative leader in rafting adventures in British Columbia. Its professional guiding team, tip diversity and exemplary safety record ensure your enjoyment of the exciting tours the company is proud to offer. Surrounded by wild, undisturbed rivers and astounding scenery, the rafting packages offer a rare combination of river trip opportunities designed to quench your thirst for scenic beauty and outdoor adventure. Chosen by the Canadian Tourism Commission to be part of the “Canadian Signature Experiences Collection� as one of its once in a lifetime travel experiences in Canada, Interior Whitewater is among the province’s premier rafting companies.
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A golden nugget of history While touring spectacular Gold Country, the one attraction you don’t want to miss is the Historic Hat Creek Ranch, just north of Cache Creek at the junction of highways 97 and 99. This site offers something for everyone. Historic Hat Creek Ranch invites visitors of all ages to experience the rich history of ranching, aboriginal culture and the Cariboo Gold Rush. Take a guided tour of the 1861 roadhouse, once a famous stopping point for gold seekers and travellers on their way to Barkerville. Hear the tale of the infamous Wild McLeans, whose father, Donald, built the original roadhouse. Ride the stagecoach along one of the few sections of the original Cariboo Wagon Road still accessible to the public. Take a short walk along beautiful Hat Creek to learn about the fascinating traditions and culture of the Shuswap First Nations people at the native interpretation site, with its many displays and artifacts, including the pit house, which is built half underground. The visitor reception centre houses a licensed restaurant serving home-cooked meals, freshly baked goodies and tasty snacks, as well as a gift store stocked with
unique souvenirs, locally made crafts and keepsakes from the Gold Country region. Experience gold panning, archery, trail rides and more. Educational programs are available for school groups and youth groups. As well, the ranch offers the perfect location for weddings and reunions, with cabins and camping galore. There is no better place to truly experience the birth of British Columbia’s Interior. The ranch is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (6 p.m. in July and August) from May 1 to Sept. 30.
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Experience downtown It’s all about the experience. The Kamloops Central Business Improvement Association’s (KCBIA) Festival of Experiences is all about finding everything Downtown Kamloops has to offer any day of the year. This summer it’s focusing on public-space programming and encouraging downtown businesses to bring themselves outside by doing live demonstrations, hosting classes and bringing any number of interactive activities to the streets of the downtown core. “You can come downtown any day in Kamloops and have a great experience because, downtown, the unique thing about it is there’s always random stuff going on,” said KCBIA general manager Gay Pooler. “You could have a flash mob or someone doing yoga in the park or just sitting on a patio and watching the people go by, enjoying the sun.” For those seeking music, there are myriad places to regularly hear some of the best local performers, as well as those travelling through the city, including the Blue Grotto, Commodore Grand Cafe and Lounge, Turner’s
Street performers entertain during the Downtown Merchants Market events in 2012. The Merchants Market, featuring sidewalk sales and entertainment, runs from July 23 to 26, 2014. KTW file photo
Music Studio, the Art We Are, Plaza Heritage Hotel, Cactus Jack’s Saloon and The Grind The Smorgasbord Deli and Caffe Motivo also have performers at various times throughout the year. Looking for art? Downtown is bookended by two major art venues — Kamloops Art Gallery at the east end and the Old Courthouse Cultural Centre at the west end. There’s also Hampton Gallery on Fourth Avenue, X See STREETS Page 15
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The streets come alive during Merchants Market X From Page 14 with a different featured artist monthly and there is a continuous display or works for sale and exhibitions at Art We Are on Victoria Street. Even Instinct Adornment uses its walls for the extension gallery of the Kamloops Arts Council. During the summer, the streets themselves become an entertainment venue as the KCBIA hosts various events. The Merchants Market, running July 23 to July 26, will turn Victoria Street into arts central, with dancers, musicians and theatrical groups performing, plus blocks and blocks of sidewalk sales. Pooler calls it one of the biggest events of the year and the best shopping days of the summer. The Merchants Market features the most requested downtown event, the Taste of Downtown, on July 24. With the purchase of a $10 “passport” patrons can visit many downtown eateries for featured samples. And, in July and August, musicians from the area also take the streetside stage to perform for Live at Lunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays.
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• Northills Dental Centre
• Back to Health Centre
• Northills Lottery Centre
• Best West Realty
• Papa John’s Pizza
• Canadian 2 for 1 Pizza
• Ruth Saunders Optometrist
• Cash Stop Loans
• Sandwich Tree
• Canadian Hearing Care
• Seniors Information Centre
• CIBC
• Serene Fish & Chips
• Dollar Tree
• Shaw Cable
• EasyHome
• Shoppers Drug Mart
• Extra Foods
• Source By Circuit City
• Fabutan Tanning Salons
• Spice of India
• First Choice Haircutters
• Starbucks
• Government Liquor Store • Suzanne's • H & R Block
• TD Canada Trust
• Hair Express
• Tom Harris Cellular
• Headhunters Shampoo
• Tower Barber Shop
• Interior Savings Insurance • Treasures • Kool School
• Twin Phoenix
• Lushwear
• Water On The Run
• Mark's Work Wearhouse
• YMCA
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Wineries
Of the Shuswap
The Shuswap spirit may also be discovered in its outstanding wineries. The region’s cool climate wines are produced by six wineries that can compete on par with Canadian and International wines. The area’s wines include outstanding Gewürztraminers, Merlots, Ortegas, Reislings, and Siegerrebes, just to name a few, which have all won national awards. These wineries are all family run businesses that produce distinctive cool climate wines. A tour of the wineries is a must, you’ll be tastefully surprised!
Celista Estate Winery Canada’s most northern winery. Located on the north-shore of Shuswap Lake, just past Scotch Creek Provincial Park. Winner of 24 medals in national and North American competitions. Free wine tasting. Enjoy a glass of wine with fresh-baked bread and gourmet cheeses on the garden patio overlooking Shuswap Lake and the surrounding mountains. Enjoy Distinctly Delicious Wines© while Marg and Jake tell their story of life in the Arctic to their dream of building Canada’s most northern winery. Recline Ridge Vineyards and Winery In the heart of the Tappen Valley, and owned by Graydon and Maureen Ratzlaff, this Shuswap winery specializes in cool-climate wines, with aromatic whites, full-bodied reds, and dessert wines. Enjoy wine tasting in the uniquely designed Wine Shop at the new Tasting Bar. Drink in the awesome views, and relax in our licensed picnic area. Larch Hills Winery is a land-based, family run vineyard and winery, owned by Jack and Hazel Manser. Their entire product is proudly made from 100% British Columbia grapes. All their wines are made and bottled on our premises at Salmon Arm. They specialize in cool climate grape growing, and have varieties that are generally not available in other parts of BC. We think this makes our wines unique. OVINO vineyards and winery is perched on a bench well above the valley bottom in the Salmon Valley area of the Shuswap region. In 2007 a four acre vineyard was planted with four varieties of grapes: pinot gris, pinot Meunier, Gewurztraminer and the old cold hardy standby Marachel Foch. GORT’S GOUDA Established in 1983, Gort’s Gouda started by producing gouda and quark cheese (a soft german cream cheese). Over the years, spices were introduced into their hard and cream cheeses. With only natural ingredients and no preservatives, all of Gort’s Gouda products are manufactured at their Salmon Arm cheese plant. Spiced gouda, maasdammer (a Swiss-style cheese), feta cheese, yogurt, creme and creme fraiche, along with the new spicy gouda called Smoked Habanero are available at the farm location and at select grocers. You can find Gort’s Gouda at 1470 50th St. S.W., Salmon Arm. Go west out of Salmon Arm just past Demilles, take a left after the bridge. Follow the road and just past the school you’ll find Gort’s on the left. Sunnybrae Winery In 2005 Barry Turner and his wife Nancy, their daughters, husbands and grandchildren began planting their seven and a half acre lakeside property in five varieties of cool climate grapes. The craftsman style winery building built in 2010 showcases vintage artifacts and photos of Barry’s family, farmers in the Sunnybrae area for five generations.
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Fun in the sun at Riverside Just minutes from downtown along the banks of the Thompson River is Riverside Park. Suited for picnicking, swimming and beaching, Riverside Park is a lively summer destination. Enjoy a stroll along the beach, play a game of lawn bowling or tennis or take a tour down Rivers Trail. The park has an accessible playground and the Variety Kids Centennial Water Park for children. It’s also home to the Peter Wing Rotary Rose Garden and the Uji Feature Garden, plus several sculptures and murals. Canada Day festivities manifest in Riverside Park every year on July 1. Art in the Park is a premier artist show and sale held outdoors at Riverside on July 1. Art in the Park retains its high artistic integrity through a juried selection process. Artists must be current members of the Kamloops Arts Council in order to participate. An average of 30,000 visitors attend throughout the day-long festivities, which is
also the launch of Music in the Park. All summer long, patrons can enjoy free nightly, musical entertainment by local, national and international musicians. Henry Small has been staging Music in the Park for years and brings in groups from around the world while also spotlighting local talent. Performances are held at the Rotary Bandshell from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Music in the Park runs until August 31. The city’s Canada Day festivities in Riverside Park also include a pancake breakfast, a Canada Day opening ceremony, the Kamloops Multicultural Society Folkfest throughout the day, performances in the Interior Savings Centre Plaza throughout the day and fireworks at night.
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SUMMER TIME PET CARE THINGS WE SHOULD LEARN FROM OUR DOG! • Never pass up the chance to go for a JOY-ride! • Take naps and stretch before rising. • Let the experience of fresh air and wind in your face to be pure bliss. • When your people come home, RUN to greet them. • Run, romp, and play daily. • Practice obedience… when it’s in your best interest. • Eat with gusto, and enthusiasm. • Let others know when they have invaded your territory. • Be loyal. • Never pretend to be something you are not. • Bond with your pack. • If what you want lies buried, just dig until you find it. • Delight in the simple joy of a nice long walk. • When someone you love is having a bad day, be silent, sit close, and nuzzle gently. • Thrive on attention, and let people touch you. • Avoid biting when a simple growl will do. • When you’re happy, dance around and wag with your whole body!
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Scotch Creek Cottages
LITTLE TRUCKER Three-year-old Nate Krell moves the earth using his toy dump truck along the sandy shoreline of Riverside Park, which features include tennis courts, a water park, changerooms, food concession and lifeguard services. KTW file photo
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RJ Haney Heritage Village & Museum
VILLAGE & MUSEUM OPEN May 14 - Sept. 20 • 10 am - 5 pm • Regular Admission by Donation Archives open year round Wednesday & Thursday 10 am - 4 pm DINNER THEATRE July & August • Wednesday, Friday & Sunday Reservations required
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Bigs and littles welcome at the science centre “Science is a verb!” So says award winning educator Gordon Gore. Through interactive fun experiences, science becomes meaningful and less mysterious. Big Little Science Centre, at 655 Holt St., provides a place for people to have such experiences. Gore, along with the Big Little Science Centre Society (a Kamloops-based non-profit society and registered charity), developed Kamloops’ very own unique science centre in 2000. Starting from the back of a car, the Big Little Science Centre progressed to one room in a school and has increased in size over several moves. Open for public visits year-round, Tuesdays to Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., science fun includes more than 140 interactive science exhibits, regular shows and events, science birthday parties, summer camps, robotics programs and clubs. Special events throughout the summer include the airpressure show on June 7, flight and kite day June 14, a pond-creatures lab June 21, a static-electricity show June 28 and a discussion on water usage led by the city’s envi-
ronmental educator, Jaimi Garbutt, on June 12. A great place for hours of entertainment and learning, the Big Little Science Centre has something for everyone. Adults have as much fun exploring and experimenting as the children. With ever-changing science adventure, the shows and activities bring families back again and again. But fun science doesn’t have to happen only at Big Little Science Centre. The centre’s website (blscs.org) has links to many fun science sites. As well, past issues of BIGScience — the centre’s newsletter, filled with science articles and activities to discover — are online. Science is meant to be experienced. The staff and volunteers of Big Little Science Centre encourage everyone to explore fun science in the world around you.
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Nestled in the trees between Adams and Shuswap Lakes lies this pristine river which is fully protected within the boundaries of Roderick-Haig Brown Provincial Park.
Haig-Brown, an avid fisherman and conservationist, had the foresight to protect this valuable but fragile resource. The Pacific Sockeye Salmon industry depends heavily on the Adams River, as it has the largest Sockeye spawning population in the world. Heavy use of the river for transporting logs was decimating the salmon stocks. Thanks to conservation efforts the Sockeye return every fall to spawn; most prevalent every four years when the river teems with over 2 million red colored fish.
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THE ADAMS RIVER The Adams River is also a wonderful playground for whitewater enthusiasts. Keep in mind though, that while the many sweepers and logjams are ideal for spawning beds, they pose a dangerous hazard to the inexperienced. The class II and III rapids offer great fun for kayakers and rafters. In summer the water is warm and inviting. The nozzle like “Gorge” is always a rush! For family adventure don’t miss an Adams River raft trip. Looking for more excitement? Adams River Rafting, Canada’s original cataraft company, offers trips with their exclusive pontoon style catarafts. Adams River Rafting has been operating since1983.
For up to date river info call:
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Ribfest set to grow again Ribfest is back for its third edition this summer. Running Aug. 8 to Aug. 10 in Riverside Park, Ribfest is a growing attraction and the Daybreak Rotary Club of Kamloops’ biggest fundraising event of the year. It brings about 60,000 people from across the province for a weekend of live music and rib-tasting. The 2012 inaugural Ribfest was a resounding success, raising $40,000 for Kamloops charities. Last year, it raised $60,000 for various youth organizations in the city. With an ultimate fundraising goal of $100,000, Ribfest is expected to grow again this year. 2014 chairman Ryan Scorgie said the club isn’t expecting to reach that goal just yet, but its continued growth is a good sign the amount raised will increase every year. Hot Nite in the City is bringing a show and shine and pancake breakfast to this year’s Ribfest on Sunday, Aug. 10, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. On Saturday, Aug. 9, the Kamloops Dragon Boat Club will have a dragon boat festival during Ribfest, with 10 boats and about 200 people racing on the river. Similar to the first two years, there will be live music from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and beer gardens. This year, there will be one more competitor, bringing the ribbers up to six in total. A large kid zone will be set up again, with bouncy castles, different booths and special entertainment for children. Scorgie said the kid zone is free, but donations to the Rotary Club are encouraged so it can bring money back into the community.
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Journey through the Rockies For 24 years, the Rocky Mountaineer has stopped in Kamloops, discharging its passenger load to take in the scenery — or simply relax in the hotel or head out for a meal. The luxury trips are designed for the discerning traveller, featuring journeys on the Rocky Mountaineer train at three different levels, with stops in Kamloops six days a week. In addition to its well-known RedLeaf and GoldLeaf services, the train company has added SilverLeaf, a step up from the Red level, which offers a single-level dome coach and seat-side hot-meal service. SilverLeaf is available on selected trips. While passing vistas, guests can relax and enjoy the interpretive commentary provided by onboard attendants and the à la carte Western Canadian cuisine served in the private main-level dining room. It’s all part of the reason why the tours have been praised worldwide. National Geographic has called it one of the world’s greatest trips and the Society of American Travel Writers declared it The Best Train Experience in the World. Rocky Mountaineer travels on four routes, in both eastbound and westbound directions. The First Passage
to the West route travels between Vancouver and Banff or Calgary; the Journey Through the Clouds route runs between Vancouver and Jasper. On both routes, guests overnight in Kamloops. The Rainforest to Gold Rush route travels between Whistler and Jasper, with an overnight stay in Quesnel. The Whistler Sea to Sky Climb route is a 3.5-hour trip between North Vancouver and Whistler, travelling northbound in the morning and southbound in the early afternoon. For more information and to see updated schedules, go online to rockymountaineer.com or call 1-877-460-3200.
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BISHOP DANCE PRODUCTIONS
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Some of the world’s most famous golf architechts have designed courses in Kamloops From Tobiano (above), Talking Rock, Rivershore Golf Estates and The Dunes at Kamloops to Sun Rivers, Sun Peaks, Kamloops Golf and Country Club, Eaglepoint Golf Resort, Mount Paul and Pineridge, golfers have an amazing array of courses from which to choose. Visit golfkamloops.com for booking services. KTW File Photo
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18-hole Championship Golf Course featuring a full driving range, 2 practice putting greens & practice bunker. Our fully stocked Golf Shop offering a full line of both top brand equipment & clothing. Enjoy the Last Tee Restaurant & Patio offering magnificent views plus wonderful, fresh and nutritious food.
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Pick your adventure For a weekend away or a day trip up the mountain, Sun Peaks Resort is as much a summer destination as it is a winter one. It boasts events suited for everyone — from sports to crafts. “We have something happening almost every weekend, so it really just depends on what the guest’s interests are and what they’re into,” said Brandi Schier of Tourism Sun Peaks. The Summer Kick-Off on June 28 and June 29 features entertainment and the culinary flare of the annual Mountain of Beer and Chilli cook-off. Opening day for lift accessed biking and hiking is June 27, connecting guests with 2,000 vertical feet of mountain-bike trails and a network of alpine hiking trails. Sun Peaks plays host to the Canadian National Downhill Championships from July 11 to July 13. The summer concert series kicks off on Friday, July 4, with Dan Mangan and Blacksmith and Blue Rodeo on Saturday, July 5. Schier said the concert weekends are a huge draw — attracting thousands of guests. It spans five weekends, with the first and last being the highlights. Juno award-winning band, The Arkells will end the series with their show on the Labour Day long weekend. Starting June 27, Music in the Plaza will run every
The Westcoast Lumberjack Show at Sun Peals blends humour, heroics and showmanship for a series of daredevil displays. See this year’s show on June 28. KTW File Photo
Friday, bringing regional musicians to perform in the upper village. “Really great regional acts come and add a bit of atmosphere to the village,” Schier said. “It’s really fun.” The farmers’ market takes place every Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. starting June 29. Local famers, ranchers and artisans will be in the village selling fruits, veggies, local meats, crafts and more. For more on camps and events, check out the events calendar at sunpeaksresort.com.
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22 years of Roots and Blues Now in its 22nd year, the Salmon Arm Roots & Blues Festival is the largest and most musically diverse festival in the B.C. Interior. The festival began in 1992 as a small indoor festival, the result of the grassroots Shuswap Coffee House collective of the 1970s and 1980s which, by 1991, had coalesced into the not-for-profit Salmon Arm Folk Music Society. The main goals of the society are to encourage and promote performers from all parts of the world (with a special emphasis on Canadian talent) and to introduce audiences to the world’s incredibly diverse genres of music, musical instruments and the artists who play them. The festival takes place on the third weekend of every August at the fairgrounds in the heart of Salmon Arm, about an hour east of Kamloops Set beneath the panoramic splendor of Mt. Ida and the Fly Hills with lovely Shuswap Lake nearby, Roots and Blues is known as a diverse multi-genre festival. At night, two stages run concurrently. Main Stage is at one end of the grounds and is where you can catch the headlining acts, which this year include Grammy-winner Mavis Staples, The Sheepdogs, Josh Ritter and more. The dynamic Boogie Barn Stage lies at
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the other end, pumping out live beats for dancers in the crowd. The festival is a sonic and visual sampler serving up an unforgettable experience. Roots & Blues is family-friendly, with a Family Fun Zone offering loads of things for kids to see and do, including a Family Stage with a lineup geared towards children. Kids 12 and under are admitted free of charge. It’s a great place to come together in celebration with family and friends. This year’s festival runs from Aug. 15 to Aug. 17.
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Run, hike or bike your way through the Interior The Tournament Capital is an outdoor person’s haven. For the hiker, biker, or runner, there’s a spot for everyone to find their pace. The rugged landscape provides a plethora of hiking trails for beginners and those who want to be challenged. Peterson Creek Park includes a range of trail difficulties and several entrances, including downtown. Kenna Cartwright Park offers outstanding views of Kamloops through both forested areas and grassland terrain. Other locations include Cinnamon Ridge Hoodoos, Embleton Mountain, Isobel Lake Interpretive Trail, Lac Du Bois, Mara Mountain, Pinantan Lake Mountain Ascent Park, Paul Lake Provincial Park and McConnell Lake Provincial Park. Paddle to and then hike Copper Island on Shuswap Lake with Unique Adventure Tours. Launch inflatable boats from Shuswap Provincial Park and begin the threehour round-trip. Located 25 minutes south of Kamloops, Stake Lake has 45 kilometres of marked trails that are great for family rides. Inks Lake is a popular dirt-biking area
and is suitable for more-experienced riders. There are hundreds of kilometres of trails, from single-track trails to hill climbs. For mountain biking, Stake Lake Trails is a popular, grassy, double-track destination and suitable for beginner to intermediate riders. The Kamloops Bike Ranch and Sun Peaks Resort Bike Park are also renowned mountain-biking areas. Get to Stake Lake: Take Exit 366 from Highway 1/ Highway 5 in Kamloops and follow Lac Le Jeune Road south. Park near Stake Lake. Trails are to your right. Get to Inks Lake: Take Exit 355 on the Coquihalla Highway, 10 minutes from Kamloops, or take Lac Le Jeune Road. More information about hiking and riding trails in the Kamloops area is available at tourismkamloops.com
Enjoy guided tours of the historic Roadhouse and learn about the Shuswap First Nations culture at our Native Interpretation Site. • Stagecoach and Trail Ride • Gold Panning • Gift Shop & Ice Cream Parlour • Licensed Restaurant • Scenic RV and Tent Sites • Cozy Cabins Open daily in May through September
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X Fest 2014 Kamloops’ favourite outdoor theatre festival brings art out into the sunshine. Project X is a Kamloops theatre company that explores non-traditional venues. It seeks to expand the creative development of emerging artists and bring theatrical experiences to wide audiences. Project X Theatre’s X Fest is the only outdoor summer theatre festival in B.C.’s Interior. Shows take place in Prince Charles Park in the heart of downtown Kamloops. This summer it’s showing a new adaption of Alice in Wonderland by B.C. playwright Mike Griffin and directed by Melissa Thomas. The Last of the Dragons tells the tale of a princess intent on changing the status quo along with her destiny, adapted by playwright Kristen Walter and directed by Heather Cant. This year’s X Fest will introduce matinee shows at 3:30 p.m., in addition to the regular 7:30 p.m. showtime. X Fest runs from July 23 to Aug. 9, Mondays through Saturdays. Matinee shows are on Aug. 1, Aug. 8 and Aug. 9. Tickets are available through the Kamloops Live! Box Office or by calling 250-374-LIVE. Tickets are also available at the gates 30 minutes before showtime.
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Into the wild The B.C. Wildlife Park in Kamloops connects people to the province’s wildlife, encouraging a sustainable society within a healthy natural environment. Its motto is “Conservation through Education.” The park has canines, big cats, reptiles and amphibians, bears, birds of prey, small mammals, arachnids and more to see. The Park’s Fawcett Family Wildlife Health Centre works closely with the Ministry of Environment and community partners to provide rehabilitation services to injured and orphaned wildlife in the region. Once the wildlife are successfully rehabilitated, they are released back into the wild. During the summer, see the bird of prey flight demonstration at the Highland Valley Copper Amphitheatre or ride over a kilometre of track on the miniature train, the Wildlife Express. The Nature Exchange helps educate people on the biological and physical components of the environment and encourages responsible collecting. Bring in your finds and earn points for your item and your knowledge of it. The Nature Exchange has a constantly rotating collection of artifacts for traders, but don’t bring animal parts or birds nests. These items are important to leave in nature
for animals to use. Get up close to farm animals at the Home Hardware Corral, which is home to llamas, pygmy goats, miniature donkeys, guinea pigs, pot-bellied pigs and rabbits. Learn more about the animals at the B.C. Wildlife Park during guided tours with a park interpreter. Private animal encounters introduce visitors to either a turtle, bird of prey, snake or bearded dragon. July 5 is the summer kick-off special animal encounter day. Aug. 4 is B.C. Bear Day and Aug. 23 is the great summer finale. Throughout the summer, the park runs kid’s science day camps for children ages six to 10. The park is open from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily from May 1 to Sept. 1. Visit bczoo.org for more information about the B.C. Wildlife Park.
GOING ON HOLIDAYS, looking for Boarding? At Someday Retrievers, we board cats and dogs of all breeds at our facility on our beautiful 38 acres in Cherry Creek, Kamloops BC. Our unique one of a kind Training Academy offers not only boarding, but with 3 dog trainers on site we can also offer you some training while your pup is in our care. Dog park, large exercise fields on location fully supervised by our staff. NEW 41x21’ dog pool is open to the public for those hot summer !Our days. The pool option can also be included during your dogs stay. Groomers on location should you require a spa package before pick up. GROOMING
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“A lifetime of learning begins here” Kamloops Kidz Summer Camps! Offered at Valleyview & Pineview Campuses For 3-5 Year Olds & School Age Children n
3 to 5 Year Olds June 30-July 4 July 7-11 July 14-18 July 21-25 July 28-Aug 1 Aug 5-8 Aug 11-15 Aug 18-22 Aug 25-29
School Age Children
Wild Coyote Camp Treasure Hunters Diggin’ Dinos Kidz Cafe Nature Gone Wild Science Explorers Beach Fun/Surf’s Up! Summer Olympics Hometown Heroes!
June 30-July 4 July 7-11 July 14-18 July 21-25 July 28-Aug 1 Aug 5-8 Aug 11-15 Aug 18-22 Aug 25-29
Let’s Get Acquainted! Cooking Extravaganza Super Heroes Outdoor Madness Mad Scientists Messy Olympics Dino-Mite Dinosaurs Wacky Water Week Fiesta!
All Summer Camps include: • Arts & Crafts
• Weekly field trips
• Water play
$160 per week. Daily (half & full) and monthly rates available. Check us out for all your Childcare needs thoughout the year. Three campuses to serve all of South Kamloops • Infant/Toddler: 7:30 am to 5:30 pm • Montessori Enhanced Preschool Programs: 8:45 am to 11:15 am OR 11:45 am to 2:15 pm • 3-5 Preschool / Childcare: 7:30 am to 5:30 pm • School Age Care: Before and after school care (including kindergarten children) at Valleyview, Pineview and Sahali Campuses 7:30 am to 5:30 pm. Pick up from Sahali, Downtown, Dufferin, Valleyview, Juniper & Aberdeen
Valleyview Campus
Sahali Campus
Pineview Campus
1764 Valleyview Drive Preschool Childcare - Ages 1 to 12
1585 Summit Drive Preschool Childcare - Ages 5 to 12
1711 Copperhead Drive Preschool Childcare - Ages 1 to 12
. . . always putting children first & always going several steps beyond!
25O.319.9O44 • www.kamloopskidz.com