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You are here: Home / Archives for Kootenays/Rockies

Kootenays/Rockies

Ancient species spotted along Trail shoreline offers hope for Upper Columbia sturgeon

June 17, 2025 //  by Black Press Media Staff

What could be greater than a lunchtime stroll along the Trail Esplanade, with the sunshine foretelling a bright summer …

Ancient species spotted along Trail shoreline offers hope for Upper Columbia sturgeonRead More

Category: TravelTag: British Columbia Destinations, Canada, Kootenays/Rockies, Wildlife

48 hours in Nelson, B.C.: Trails, taps and laid-back charm

June 10, 2025 //  by Travis Devonport

I rolled into Nelson on a warm Friday morning, welcomed by a mix of fresh mountain air and the unmistakable aroma of …

48 hours in Nelson, B.C.: Trails, taps and laid-back charmRead More

Category: TravelTag: BC Craft beer, British Columbia Destinations, Canada, Food, Hiking, Kootenays/Rockies, Nelson, Paddling, Staycation secrets, Things to do, Travel, WCT Intro

Nelson artist launches new West Kootenay Hiking guide

May 19, 2025 //  by Black Press Media Staff

Abby Wilson’s favourite hike in the Nelson area is the White Queen Trail near Whitewater. “It’s an …

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Category: TravelTag: British Columbia Destinations, Canada, Family activities, Hiking, Kootenays/Rockies, Nelson, Staycation secrets, Things to do, WCT Intro

Westjet, Air Canada expanding services at Cranbrook airport

May 8, 2025 //  by Trevor Crawley

Two major air carriers are expanding capacity at the Canadian Rockies International Airport, beginning this …

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Category: TravelTag: British Columbia Destinations, Cranbrook, Kootenays/Rockies, Transportation, Travel Tips & Advisories

Spring is in full swing with B.C.’s Creston Valley Blossom Festival

May 5, 2025 //  by Kelsey Yates

While some say the arrival of robins and blooming tulips signal the start of spring, Creston, B.C., residents mark the …

Spring is in full swing with B.C.’s Creston Valley Blossom FestivalRead More

Category: TravelTag: British Columbia Destinations, Creston Valley, Family activities, Kootenays/Rockies, Staycation secrets, Things to do

Creston Valley Bird Festival takes flight May 9 to 12

April 6, 2025 //  by Kelsey Yates

Spring migration is here – time to dust off those binoculars and birding books. Now in its 13th year, the …

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Category: TravelTag: Birdwatching, British Columbia Destinations, Creston Valley, Kootenays/Rockies, Staycation secrets, Things to do, WCT Intro, Wildlife

As spring nears, B.C.’s greatest climber returns to the province’s rocky bluffs

March 3, 2025 //  by Black Press Media Staff

High on the rocky bluffs above Sunningdale as springtime nears, one of nature’s most extraordinary climbers has …

As spring nears, B.C.’s greatest climber returns to the province’s rocky bluffsRead More

Category: TravelTag: British Columbia Destinations, Kootenays/Rockies, Wildlife

Mark your calendars: Rock the Kootenays returns

December 15, 2024 //  by Trevor Crawley

You can dance if you want to at the 2025 edition of Rock the Kootenays. The lineup for Cranbrook’s premier …

Mark your calendars: Rock the Kootenays returnsRead More

Category: TravelTag: Arts and Entertainment, British Columbia Destinations, Kootenays/Rockies, music festivals, Staycation secrets, Things to do

Kimberley Alpine Resort enjoys epic preview weekend in the B.C. Kootenays

December 9, 2024 //  by Paul Rodgers

Courtesy of plenty of early season snowfall, cold temperatures and aided by the addition of new snow-making machines to …

Kimberley Alpine Resort enjoys epic preview weekend in the B.C. KootenaysRead More

Category: TravelTag: Adrenaline, British Columbia Destinations, Family activities, Kimberley, Kootenays/Rockies, Skiing, Skiing and Snowboarding, Things to do

‘Snow’Vember has hit hard’ in B.C.

November 27, 2024 //  by Paul Rodgers

Snow has begun to fall here in the Kootenays and skiers and snowboarders around the region are eagerly anticipating the …

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Category: TravelTag: British Columbia Destinations, Family activities, Kootenays/Rockies, Skiing, Skiing and Snowboarding, Staycation secrets, Things to do, Travel, WCT Intro

Kimberley trails & trail-builders profiled in prestigious Bike Magazine

October 22, 2024 //  by Paul Rodgers

It’s no secret that Kimberley is a pretty good place for mountain bikers and, more recently, E-bikers, but our …

Kimberley trails & trail-builders profiled in prestigious Bike MagazineRead More

Category: TravelTag: Adrenaline, British Columbia Destinations, Canada, Kimberley, Kootenays/Rockies, Mountain biking

Cranbrook golf course introduces the Kootenays to a new sport: Foot golf

September 29, 2024 //  by Gillian Francis

There’s a new sport gaining popularity in the Kootenays, and it’s kind of like golf. And no, it’s …

Cranbrook golf course introduces the Kootenays to a new sport: Foot golfRead More

Category: TravelTag: British Columbia Destinations, Cranbrook, Family activities, Kootenays/Rockies, Staycation secrets, Things to do, Travel

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