The Okanagan today is identified with beaches, orchards and vineyards, rather than the Wild West. However, this letter, written in 1910, is a glimpse into the Okanagan’s frontier past. James Goldie, manager of the Rainbow Ranche in Okanagan Centre, was questioning George C. Goulding of Rainsford Ranch, Long Lake, as to... [Continue Reading]
Below is an update, from the Vernon News, on the proposed trail corridor from Vernon to the northern boundary of Lake Country: A trail corridor with views of Kalamalka Lake could soon be a draw for locals and tourists. The Electoral Area... [Continue Reading]
Are you interested in taking a scenic drive on Sunday? If so, Come to the Fair! The Third Annual Fintry Fair will be held on Sunday, July 14, 2013, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Fair will be held... [Continue Reading]
Pelmewash Parkway is about to be devoted entirely to local traffic, providing Lake Country with the wonderful asset of seven kilometres of lakeshore for all manner of recreation. This seems to be an opportune time to discuss the origin and... [Continue Reading]
This year’s recipient of the Arnold Award is Rebecca Watson, a recent graduate of George Elliot Secondary School in Lake Country. Rebecca is planning to study linguistics at Capilano University in September. Don Arnold and Rosemary Carter co-presented the award.... [Continue Reading]
