Thompson Okanagan Vacation Guide 2011 - (Page 8)
north thompson | valemount
valemount Spring Festival
Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, lies over the horizon
Start trekking the 200 kilometres of trails in Mount Robson Provincial Park or hike into Cranberry MarshStarratt Wildlife Sanctuary, home to more than 90 species of birds and animals. The sanctuary is also an ideal spot for canoeing and to marvel at the spectacle of spawning salmon. Jack up the adrenaline and raft the Fraser River or fly to an alpine powder bowl for unparalleled heli-skiing. Winter also welcomes snowmobilers. Whatever the season, Valemount opens the door to nature.
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Come out and join us as we learn, explore, and play on trails around Valemount. Whether you prefer to walk, hike, paddle, float, run or ride your AtV, there will be something for everyone—young and old. most events are by donation. proceeds go towards development and maintenance of the Cranberry marsh and surrounding trails. For detailed information about all events, please go to visitvalemount.ca or email marketing@ visitvalemount.ca or call 250.566.3335.
local history
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mount Robson Provincial Park
At 3,954 meters, mount robson is the highest peak and one of the finest views in the Canadian rockies. this highway location and close proximity to the park translates into easy travel and access to incredible outdoor activities including hiking, biking, bird watching, camping, fishing, whitewater rafting, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.
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Cranberry marsh
Cranberry marsh, a 600acre wildlife sanctuary, hosts over 90 species of birds as well as beaver, muskrats, moose, deer and bear. scenery varies from wide vistas and mountain views along the dikes to secluded pathways through black spruce and aspen forests. Bring your canoe and explore the maze of channels and calm open waters.
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Valemount Visitor Centre 785 Cranberry Lake rd t 250-566-9893 visitvalemount.ca
http://www.visitvalemount.ca
http://www.visitvalemount.ca
Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Thompson Okanagan Vacation Guide 2011
Thompson Okanagan Vacation Guide
Contents
Introduction
How this Guide Works
North Thompson
Valemount
Clearwater & Wells Gray Country
Lower North Thompson Valley & Barriere
Sun Peaks Resort
Shuswap
The Shuswap
South Thompson
Kamloops
Gold Country
Logan Lake
Nicola Valley
Merritt
North Okanagan
Lumby
Vernon
Armstrong and Spallumcheen
Central Okanagan
Kelowna
West Kelowna & Westbank
Peachland
Lake Country
Similkameen
South Okanagan
Summerland
Penticton & Wine Country
Oliver
Osoyoos
NK’MIP Resort
Boundary
Greenwood
West Boundary, Greenwood & Grand Forks
Golf in the Thompson Okanagan
South Okanagan Golf Trail
Golf Kelowna
Golf Kamloops
Golf Summerland
Golf Directory
Food & Wine
Shuswap Wineries
South Okanagan Wineries
Naramata Bench Wineries
Summerland Wineries
Kelowna Area Wineries
Vernon & Lake Country Wineries
Similkameen Wineries
Arts & Culture
Festivals & Events
Spa & Wellness
Winter Sports
Outdoor Adventure
RV & Camping
RV & Camping Directory
Travel Directory
Visitor Centres
Regional Map
Thompson Okanagan Vacation Guide 2011
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