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Boundary Country Historic Kettle River Valley l o t s t o se e a n d do › Biking enthusiasts from the world over come to ride the Trans Canada Trail with its miles of well-maintained, single-track trails for all levels of riders as well as breathtaking views, tunnels, bridges and historical relics. › BMX riders and skateboarders head to the parks in Grand Forks. › Water lovers will enjoy the kayaking, canoeing, wakeboarding, water skiing, swimming and super-fun tubing on Christina Lake. › Enjoy a round or two on our first-rate golf courses! come for the adventure! Looking for paradise? You’ll find it in Boundary Country! Located in the historic Kettle River Valley, Boundary Country is located along the Canada / USA border midway between Vancouver and Calgary. Visitors are enticed by the scenic valleys, clear mountain-fed streams, excellent skiing, clean warm lakes, pristine wilderness, plenty of sunshine and year-round mild temperatures that make this area a must for those who love the great outdoors. The Boundary, named after Boundary Creek which meanders through it, also attracts history buffs with its old mine and town-sites as well as abandoned rail grades. Drop by the small, friendly communities that make up Boundary Country, for a taste of fascinating history and small-town Okanagan Lake hospitality. Come for the adventure, stay for the lifestyle! We › Winter sport fans flock to the area for the excellent skiing, snowboarding and snowmobiling! a rt s a n d cu lt u re Hundreds of visual and performing artists living and working in the area have made the Boundary Country a haven for the arts. Artisan studios, galleries, shops and boutiques offer unique treasures from all around this area. Plenty of theatre performances and festivals also make visiting the Boundary Country a memorable and entertaining experience! More Information boundary.bc.ca Lake Country 1.866.442.28336 KELOWNA Okanagan Mtn. Park RoCk CREEk aND BouNDaRy Fall FaiR Come enjoy “The Biggest Little Fair in BC”. One of the last true agricultural fairs in BC, the Rock Creek and Boundary Fall Fair is the biggest social event in the Boundary! Don’t miss the food, farms, logger sports, agricultural displays, plenty of home-grown goodness and lots of exhibitors from around the Okanagan and Kootenays! It’s allout fun on the second weekend after Labour Day in September! Peachland Summerland Apex Kaleden Big Whit e Beaverdell Carmi Trans Canada Spirit of 2010 Trail Naramata Granby Park PENTICTON Skaha Lake Westbridge Okanagan Falls 33 Oliver Mt. y Bald Greenwood Osoyoos Rock Creek Bridesville 97 Hedley Keremeos Gladstone Park Lake 3 Cathedral Cawston Park 3 Midway 21 Grand Forks Christina 395 USA 5 http://boundary.bc.ca

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Thompson Okanagan Travel Guide - 2008 Contents Introduction Boundary Country Osoyoos Oliver Penticton & Wine Country Summerland Westbank & the Westside Kelowna Lake Country Greater Vernon Lumby Armstrong & Spallumcheen Enderby & District Festivals & Events (Okanagan) The Shuswap Festivals & Events (Thompson) Merritt Kamloops Sun Peaks Resort Barriere & District Clearwater/Wells Gray Country Valemount Accommodation Matrix Listings Regional Map

Thompson Okanagan Travel Guide - 2008

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