Northern British Columbia 2008 Travel Guide

North East BRITISH COLUMBIA What to see and do in Fort Nelson and the Northern Rockies Learn about Fort Nelson’s history, attractions and amenities by attending a “Welcome Visitor” evening, held Monday to Thursday at different locations around town June through August. Contact the town of Fort Nelson, Chamber of Commerce or the Visitor Centre for more information. Step back into Fort Nelson’s past at the Fort Nelson Heritage Museum. Collections include running antique vehicles and artifacts from the construction of the Alaska Highway. Enjoy nine holes of golf, with panoramic views of the Northern Rockies, at the Poplar Hills Golf & Country Club. Facilities include a driving range, grass greens, pro shop, club and power cart rentals, concession and lounge. Explore a wide range of hiking opportunities. A comprehensive local guide, Hiking and Motorized Trail Guide: From Mild to Wild, is available at the Visitor Centre. Boat, kayak or canoe the Muskwa River. Local river enthusiasts are happy to share their insights to help you plan your trip. Hire a guide for tours of the Northern Rockies on foot, horseback, canoe, riverboat, white-water raft or charter flight. In December, cheer on the dog teams, at the Canadian Open Dog Sled Championship. This event has brought international competitors to Fort Nelson for almost 50 years. Stone Mountain Provincial Park About 140 km (87 mi) west of Fort Nelson, you’ll enter the north end of Stone Mountain Provincial Park – a 257 km2 (99 mi2) preserve of pristine wilderness. From May 1 to September 6, 28 vehicle-accessible limited-service camp sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Self-sufficient walk-in camping is also permitted. Several short hikes start from the camping area, and unforgettable views reward well-equipped, experienced backcountry adventurers exploring the park on multi-day treks. Find out more: Visit www.env.gov.bc.ca/bcparks Find out more: Call the Visitors’ Centre at (250) 7746400 year round, and visit www.northernrockies.org Caribou near Summit Lake – J.F. Bergeron, Enviro Foto Norther n BC Tourism 2008 Travel Guide www.Norther nBCtourism.com 29 http://www.env.gov.bc.ca/bcparks http://www.northernrockies.org http://www.northernrockies.org http://www.northernrockies.org http://www.northernbctourism.com

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Northern British Columbia 2008 Travel Guide Contents Northern BC Introduction North East - British Columbia North West - British Columbia Northern BC Map - Regional Area Northern BC Golf - Special Feature Haida Gwaii / Queen Charlotte Islands - British Columbia Outdoor Adventure Guide Travel Information - Things You Should Know Advertiser Directory

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