Backcountry skiing is a very popular sport in Canada. They offer untracked powder and a true test of a skier’s ability. There are great opportunities for this in the northern part of the Thompson Okanagan area. Many people head over to Mount Robson Provincial Park and Wells Gray Provincial Park for great backcountry skiing and sometimes to the Monashee Mountains. Beginners should stick to courses by local outfitters while more advanced skiers would enjoy backcountry tours through Wells Gray and Mountain Robson Provincial Parks.

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Self-Guided Tours

If you aren’t interested in a guided tour and just want your own, personalized experience, you can try a self-guided tour through backcountry skiing areas of Thompson Okanagan. There are plenty of cabins…

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Canadian Cuisine - Image Credit: https://www.flickr.com/photos/113026679@N03/14154389889If you are looking for authentic Canadian cuisine near Okanagan, there are several options. Many Okanagan restaurants work closely with local farmers to offer fresh cuisine and local wine. Not only will you be able to experience delicious and fresh local options, but many of the restaurants here offer scenic views through dinner cruises. Here are some of the best options for Canadian dining near Okanagan.

Kekuli Café - 3041 Louie Drive, West Kelowna, BC

Kekuli Café is an affordable place to grab Canadian cuisine. Meals range from $11-$24. The menu includes breakfast and lunch options. You can get a bannock, burgers, sandwiches, tacos and salads. Don’t forget dessert and a latte.

Range Restaurant at Predator Ridge Resort - 301 Village Centre…

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Heli-Skiing - Image Credit: https://www.flickr.com/photos/grechman/3195626591Since the Thompson Okanagan Region is found within one of the largest snowbelts in the entire world. The fluffy snow can get as high as 10 metres and provides plenty of heli-skiing and cat-skiing. Residents and visitors can take a heli-skiing tour or they can take advantage of the snow with a cat-ski operator.

Areas Offering Heli-Skiing and Cat-Skiing

There are a few areas with this type of skiing, which include:

  • Mike Wiegele Heli-Skiing Village Resort
  • Robson Helimagic Lodge
  • CMH Valemount Lodge
  • Cariboo Snowcat Skiing
  • K3 Cat Ski
  • Monashee Powder Snowcats' Mountain Lodge

These are the most well-known choices for cat-skiing and heli-skiing in the area.

Heli-Ski Tours

The Mike Wiegele Heli-Skiing operation is the second…

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Pumpkin Picking - Image Credit: https://www.flickr.com/photos/fauxto_dkp/2987306709Halloween is right around the corner and there are plenty of fun events about to happen in Okanagan. This is a very popular time of year for festivals and other types of events. Here are just a few of the many events coming up throughout the area.

Family Pumpkin Festival - October 18th to October 26th

This event will include plenty of pumpkin picking, pumpkin treats, entertainment and more. It will be held at Davison Orchards found at 3111 Davison Road in Vernon.

Haunted Kamloops Tour with the Kamloops Museum & Archives - October 23rd to October 25th

The Kamloops Museum & Archives will hold this very interesting haunted tour at the burial grounds throughout the area. It will explore some of the scary and spooking spots in Kamloops including…

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SnowboardingOkanagan is a great area for skiing, snowboarding and snowmobiling. As the winter season approaches, many are gearing up for the winter sports season. Check out the terrains for every skill level at these resorts in Okanagan.

Silver Star Mountain Resort

Silver Star Mountain Resort in Victoria is located in a beautiful village in a winter wonderland. The whole family can enjoy the resort’s snowboarding and skiing on their slopes. Many people come here to tube, skate, snowmobile and snowshoe. The temperatures stay moderate due to it being a sunny area making it a popular place to visit.

Big White Ski Resort

Big White Ski Resort is the second largest resort in the country. They serve over 17,000 guests. People come here to ski, snowboard, skate,…

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Red Wine CloseupThis October Okanagan is proud to announce the Fall Okanagan Wine Festival is coming to town. For 10 days, you can enjoy various events celebrating wine, food, education and arts. Here are the events you can expect to see at this year’s festival from October 2nd through October 10th.

October 2nd, 2014

There are three different events taking place on opening day of the festival.

  • “Sip into Fall” from 10am-6pm at the Sleeping Giant Fruit Winery in Summerland - You’ll get to try autumn flavours like the Pumpkin and Cranberry wines and there’s no charge to attend.
  • “Hops, Grapes & Grub” taking place at Miradoro Restaurant  from 6:30pm – 9:30pm - For $65 a person you’ll enjoy a 3-course dinner with Firehall Brewery beer and Tinhorn Creek wine.

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Bears - BC Wildlife Park KamloopsBC Wildlife Park Kamloops was founded in 1965 by John Moelaert. The mission of the park is to encourage an appreciation of wildlife, and to perverse biodiversity through research, rehabilitation and educational services.

Their hope is to embrace conservation of wild ecosystems through education. The park offers tours in which you can experience the various wildlife including cats, bears, reptiles, and many more. They offer memberships, tour group experiences, special events, and volunteer opportunities.

Wildlife

The wildlife you will encounter at BC Wildlife Park Kamloops includes:

  • Reptiles and Amphibians
  • Arachnids
  • Big Cats
  • Birds of Prey
  • Swans
  • Bears
  • Hoof stock
  • Canines
  • And many more

Enjoy Bird of Prey flight…

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Davison Orchards County Village is not really one attraction. It is a whole collection of attractions.

It is a great place to take your family if you are looking for a place to enjoy the whole day. There are so many things to do, you will all have a great time.

Some of the things you and your family can do at this attraction include:

  • Feeding and visiting farm animals
  • Enjoying the farm themed playground
  • Going on an orchard tour
  • Hosting a birthday party
  • Exploring old tractors
  • Enjoying upcoming events and celebrations

Auntie May’s Deep Dish Café

This attraction understands how much growing children like to eat. Auntie May’s Deep Dish CafĂ© provides you and your family with a place to enjoy a delicious meal as part of your…

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ClimbingDo you want to go where some of the best mountaineers, rock climbers and cavers go? Then you must come here to Okanagan. Nearly anytime of the season Okanagan has the best weather in western Canada.

Here are a few of the places you must see to believe:

  • Mount Robson Provincial Park: This has the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies for those looking for an awesome adventure. Nearly any skill level will be challenged. This coveted mountain range is where climbers and cavers come from around the world to visit. The sky is literally limitless with opportunities.
  • Columbian Mountains: Here you can take a 3 to 6 day hiking, walking, caving, ambling adventure. For those tough to reach areas that might be inaccessible by hiking or walking, you can take…

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ATVATVing and Off-Roading are two exciting ways for you, friends and family members to see everything Thompson Okanagan has to offer. You’ll get to see the hidden lakes, beautiful waterfalls, mountain peaks and breathtaking wildlife from a number of fun vantage points.

There are many companies which have gone out of their way to offer customized tours. These companies provide you with the opportunity to see what you want to see. You just need to stop by the local visitor centre to learn what your options are. Here are some of you options for going Off-Roading and ATVing in Okanagan.

Alpine Country Rentals – Valemount, British Columbia

This facility is located just 20 minutes to the west of the Mount Robson Provincial Park. It is also located just 90…

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