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Kamloops & Whisler, CANADÀ 2024
One Mile Lake is a small, picturesque lake located just south of the village of Pemberton, British Columbia, Canada, along the scenic Sea-to-Sky Highway (Highway 99). It is a highly popular destination, especially in the summer, offering a tranquil setting with stunning views of Mount Currie and the surrounding mountains.
Its main feature is its easy-to-access loop trail, which is approximately 1.6 km (one mile) and can be completed in about 20–30 minutes. A significant portion of this trail is a beautiful wooden boardwalk that traverses the surrounding wetlands.
It is ideal for:
Relaxed strolls and family walks.
Swimming (it features a beach area and a floating dock in the summer).
Kayaking or Paddleboarding.
Birdwatching (the wetland area attracts various species).
In short, it is a natural mini-oasis that offers a quick and refreshing pause amidst the rugged beauty of the region.
Kamloops & Whisler, CANADÀ 2024
The Deadmans Creek Rodeo Grounds are historically significant rodeo and event facilities located near the community of Savona, west of Kamloops, in British Columbia (BC). This site is situated on the traditional territory of the Skeetchestn Indian Band (one of the Secwepemc Nations).
Key Highlights:
Primary Function: The grounds are primarily known for hosting rodeos, the most prominent of which is often the Deadman Creek Bullarama, a competition featuring bull riding and various other horse and roping events.
Culture: The facilities play a key role in the social and cultural life of the Skeetchestn community and the BC Interior region, keeping the rodeo and cowboy tradition alive.
Location: They are conveniently located along the Trans-Canada Highway (Highway 1), just west of Kamloops, and near other local attractions like Kamloops Lake and the historic Deadman Junction site.
Essentially, the grounds serve as a community hub and economic driver that celebrates the Western heritage and equestrian skills of British Columbia's Interior.
Kamloops & Whisler, CANADÀ 2024
The Seton Lake Lookout is a popular viewing point located near the historic town of Lillooet in British Columbia, Canada. It sits along the Duffy Lake Road section of Highway 99, which is one of the most scenic routes in the region.
Key Highlights:
Panoramic Views: The main draw is the spectacular vista overlooking Seton Lake, a fjord-like lake surrounded by mountains (part of the Cayoosh Range) with waters often exhibiting a striking turquoise or emerald green colour due to glacial silt.
The Famous Curve: The lookout is particularly renowned for offering a dramatic view of a hairpin turn of Highway 99 in the foreground, snaking along the lake's edge.
Access: The viewpoint is reached via a very short and easy hike (about 1 km round trip) from a roadside pullout. It is a must-see stop for stretching legs and taking photos while travelling between Pemberton and Lillooet.
History: The area is located on the traditional territory of the St'át'imc Nation and is near a recreation area where historical remains from the Gold Rush era can be found.
Kamloops & Whisler, CANADÀ 2024
Pemberton is a charming mountain village and quiet agricultural community located in the Sea-to-Sky region of British Columbia, about 30 minutes north of Whistler. The village is nestled in a fertile and picturesque valley dominated by the majestic silhouette of Mount Currie.
Key Highlights:
Agriculture: It is famously known as the "Seed Potato Capital of the World," which is reflected in its strong farm-to-table culture and abundance of fresh produce (like its famous summer strawberries). Its local nickname is "Spud Valley."
Adventure: Pemberton is an outdoor enthusiast's paradise, particularly for mountain biking, horseback riding, hiking (such as the nearby Joffre Lakes or One Mile Lake loop), and backcountry skiing in the winter.
Community: It offers a relaxed and authentic, quieter atmosphere compared to its neighbour Whistler, appealing to those seeking a genuine connection with mountain life and agriculture.
Kamloops & Whisler, CANADÀ 2024
Blackbird Bakery is a beloved institution and a must-visit spot in Pemberton, British Columbia. It is situated in the old train station, right in the heart of the village.
Philosophy: The founder, Raven Burns (a classic French pastry chef), grounds the bakery in a strong ethic of local, organic, and natural sourcing from Pemberton Valley farms.
Star Products: They are famous for their scratch-made, daily fresh baked goods. Their menu includes artisanal breads like sourdough and potato bread, as well as French specialties like croissants. However, their most iconic and sought-after treat is their famous Cinnamon Bun, which often sells out quickly.
Noteworthy: The bakery opens early and closes when they sell out. It is a community hub that embodies the local and agricultural spirit of the Pemberton Valley.
Kamloops & Whisler, CANADÀ 2024
BC Highway 99 is a major provincial highway running through western British Columbia, Canada, from the U.S. border north to near Cache Creek, spanning about 377 km in total. It is best known for its two world-famous sections:
Sea to Sky Highway (Vancouver to Pemberton):
Description: This is the most famous stretch, widely regarded as one of the most scenic drives in the world. It begins at sea level and climbs through breathtaking coastal and mountain scenery.
Communities: It connects Metro Vancouver with outdoor adventure communities like Squamish, Whistler, and Pemberton.
History: The section was substantially upgraded ahead of the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics.
Duffy Lake Road (Pemberton to Lillooet and Beyond):
Description: This is the wilder, more mountainous, and remote section of the highway. It traverses dramatic alpine landscapes, including Duffy Lake and Joffre Lakes. It is known for its steep grades and sharp switchbacks.
Continuation: It continues north to the historic town of Lillooet and eventually terminates at Highway 97 near Cache Creek.
Essentially, BC-99 is an adventure and beauty route that links the coast, world-renowned ski resorts, and the semi-arid interior of British Columbia.
Kamloops & Whisler, CANADÀ 2024
The Cinnamon Bun is, without a doubt, the most iconic and sought-after item at Blackbird Bakery in Pemberton.
Fame: It is their most popular specialty, widely known as one of the best in the region.
Production: It is baked fresh daily and made from scratch, adhering to owner Raven Burns' philosophy of using fresh, high-quality ingredients.
Characteristics: It is celebrated for being large, soft, packed with cinnamon filling, and often topped with a generous layer of sweet glaze. Its popularity is so high that the bakery opens early in the morning and the cinnamon buns are typically one of the first products to sell out each day.
Kamloops & Whisler, CANADÀ 2024
The Kamloops Lake View Point is a popular scenic pullout and rest area located on the Trans-Canada Highway (Highway 1) just west of the city of Kamloops, in British Columbia.
Panoramic Views: It offers spectacular, 180-degree panoramic views of the vast Kamloops Lake, which is a wide, deep section of the Thompson River.
Unique Landscape: The viewpoint showcases the striking contrast of the semi-arid, sagebrush-covered (desert-like) landscape of the BC interior, with the golden-hued hills plunging into the deep blue waters of the lake.
Observation Spot: It is an excellent spot for photography, particularly at sunrise and sunset, and allows visitors to observe the railway tracks (both CNR and CPR) that meander along the shores of the lake.
Nearby Attractions: From the viewpoint, you can often spot nearby geological formations, including the vividly coloured bluffs and the feature known as the Coyote Rock (a local balancing rock).
Kamloops & Whisler, CANADÀ 2024
Kamloops is a mid-sized city and a key regional hub located in the Southern Interior of British Columbia (BC), Canada.
Location and Meaning: Its name is derived from the Secwepemc word Tk'emlúps, meaning "meeting of the waters", as it is situated at the confluence of the North and South Thompson Rivers. The city is located within the unceded ancestral territory of the Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc Nation.
Landscape and Climate: The city features a strikingly semi-arid landscape, characterized by golden, sagebrush-covered hills and a dry, sunny climate, which is unusual for BC.
Economy and Culture: Kamloops is often billed as the "Tournament Capital of Canada" for its excellent sports facilities. Its economy is diversified, spanning transportation (it is a major rail and highway junction, including the Trans-Canada Highway), retail, healthcare, education (Thompson Rivers University), and tourism.
Activities: It is an outdoor enthusiast's haven, offering white-water rafting on the Thompson River, hiking, world-class mountain biking, and easy access to many lakes and the nearby Sun Peaks ski resort.
Kamloops & Whisler, CANADÀ 2024
The Seton Lake Lookout is a popular viewpoint located near the town of Lillooet in British Columbia (BC), Canada.
Location: It is situated just off Highway 99 (the Duffy Lake Road) and is accessed via a very short, but steep, hike from a roadside pullout.
The View: What makes this spot so sought-after is its spectacular panoramic vista: it offers a unique perspective over the brilliant turquoise waters of Seton Lake (a glacial fjord lake) with the surrounding rugged mountains.
The "Lulu Lookout": The viewpoint is particularly famous on social media because it frames a dramatic horseshoe bend in the highway below, which closely resembles the logo of the clothing brand Lululemon (hence its nickname: the Lulu Lookout).
Trail: It is a very quick hike (about 1 km round trip) and is accessible to most people, although it includes a short, steep, and rocky section near the top.
Kamloops & Whisler, CANADÀ 2024
The Audain Art Museum (AAM) is a prominent cultural institution in Whistler, British Columbia, founded in 2016 through the philanthropic gift of collector Michael Audain.
Permanent Collection: It focuses exclusively on the art of British Columbia, offering a visual journey from the late 18th century to the present day.
Key Highlights: It is noted for housing one of the world's finest collections of historical and contemporary Northwest Coast Indigenous masks, the largest permanent display of paintings by Emily Carr, and works by renowned contemporary artists such as Jeff Wall.
Architecture: The building, designed by Patkau Architects, is a piece of art in its own right. Its minimalist structure, clad in dark metal, is raised above the ground (to protect it from flooding and snow) and blends respectfully with the surrounding forest, resembling a "lantern in the woods" with warm wooden accents.
Function: In addition to the permanent collection, the museum hosts unique temporary exhibitions from leading art institutions across Canada and around the world.
Kamloops & Whisler, CANADÀ 2024
The Fountain Flats Trading Post is a key commercial and service establishment located in the Fountain Valley, near Lillooet, in British Columbia (BC). It is situated along Highway 99, north of Lillooet, and serves as an important refuelling and rest stop on this route.
Key Highlights:
Function: It primarily operates as a gas station, convenience store (fitting the "Trading Post" name), and often includes charging facilities for electric vehicles (EV Station). It is an essential stop for travellers heading north from Lillooet.
Cultural Location: It is situated in the Fountain Flats area, a region that is historically part of the traditional territory of the St'át'imc Nation (specifically the Xaxli'p Indian Reserve). The name "Trading Post" harks back to the long tradition of commerce between First Nations and pioneers in the region.
Indigenous Art: The establishment often features a small gallery or sales area for Indigenous art and crafts, connecting visitors with the local St'át'imc culture.
In essence, it is a modern, multi-functional roadside stop that provides essential services and acts as a gateway to the cultural history of the Fountain Valley.
Kamloops & Whisler, CANADÀ 2024
The term "Fountain Ranch" typically refers to the general ranching and agricultural region of Fountain Valley, located near Lillooet in British Columbia (BC), Canada. This area is historically significant for several reasons:
Location: Fountain Valley is situated north of Lillooet, where the landscape transitions from forested mountains to drier, open grasslands suitable for cattle rearing (known as dryland ranching).
Indigenous Culture: It is a key population and cultural centre for the St'át'imc Nation (also known as the Lillooet Nation). This area, known to the St'át'imc as Ntqwixw, has been an important traditional salmon fishing ground on the Fraser River for centuries prior to colonial settlement.
Historical Ranching: Since the 19th century, Fountain Valley has been used for ranching and farming (with various ranches having been established there), forming part of the history of the Gold Rush and the Cariboo routes.
In summary, while there is no single, uniquely famous Canadian "Fountain Ranch," the name refers to the historical context of ranching in Fountain Valley, a critical area for St'át'imc culture and the history of settlement in the BC Interior.
Kamloops & Whisler, CANADÀ 2024
Pemberton és un petit poble pintoresc ubicat a la Pemberton Valley, a la regió de Sea to Sky, a la Colúmbia Britànica, aproximadament 30 minuts al nord de Whistler per la Highway 99 (Duffy Lake Road).
Ubicació i Paisatge: El poble es troba als peus de la majestuosa Mount Currie i és famós pels seus paisatges dramàtics que combinen altes muntanyes amb una vall baixa i fèrtil.
Arrels Agrícoles: Històricament coneguda com la "Spud Valley" (Vall de la Patata) o la Capital de la Patata de Siembra d'Amèrica del Nord, l'agricultura (especialment les patates i, més recentment, els productes orgànics) continua sent essencial per a la seva identitat.
Cultura Indígena: El poble es troba dins el territori ancestral no cedit de la Nació Líl'wat (part de la Federació St'át'imc), que ha residit a la zona durant mil·lennis.
Turisme i Aventura: Pemberton és un centre d'aventura a l'aire lliure que ofereix rutes de senderisme i bicicleta de muntanya de classe mundial, ràfting, golf, i activitats hivernals. Actua com una comunitat dormitori per a la propera estació d'esquí de Whistler, tot i que manté un ambient propi, més tranquil i amb un fort sentiment comunitari.
Kamloops & Whisler, CANADÀ 2024
The reference to "Traditional Territory / Lake Frontage Rd." (Lake Frontage Road) is typically understood within the context of British Columbia, especially in the Sea-to-Sky region (where Pemberton is located).
Traditional Territory: This area is entirely located within the ancestral and unceded territory of the Líl'wat Nation (Líl̓wat7úl) and part of the St'át'imc Nation. These territories represent the lands where Indigenous Peoples have lived, governed, and maintained their culture since time immemorial.
Lake Frontage Road: This term refers to local, often small, roads that hug the shores of lakes (such as Seton Lake or Lillooet Lake) or rivers. These roads often provide key access to fishing spots, camping areas, and settlements, many of which are historically located within the boundaries of the Líl'wat or St'át'imc First Nation territories.
Significance: The combined term emphasizes that any activity conducted on these local thoroughfares touching the key lakes and shorelines is done on lands that the Líl'wat Nation continues to assert as their own.
Kamloops & Whisler, CANADÀ 2024
Whistler is a resort municipality located in the Coast Mountains of British Columbia, approximately two hours north of Vancouver. It is globally recognized as one of the premier mountain adventure and skiing destinations in the world.
The Resort: Its core is the Whistler Blackcomb resort, which combines the two side-by-side mountains, Whistler and Blackcomb, connected by the record-breaking Peak 2 Peak Gondola. The resort is the largest ski area in North America.
Olympic Legacy: Whistler hosted the mountain events during the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics.
Key Activities:
Winter: World-class alpine skiing, snowboarding, and other snow sports.
Summer: It transforms into an adventure hub featuring the world-famous Whistler Mountain Bike Park, high-alpine hiking, and golfing.
The Village: Whistler Village is a pedestrian-only area designed as the central heart of the resort, packed with shops, restaurants, lodging, and a lively year-round après-ski and summer nightlife.
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Name / Nom: Raymond Dykstra
Following is a profile of one of Canada's athletes who has qualified for the NACAC U23 track and field championships in
#Kamloops. Watch for more profiles over the coming days. #explorekamloops #NACAC_Kamloops
Name / Nom: Raymond Dykstra
Age / Âge: 22
Hometown (province and town) / Ville (province et ville): Grimsby, Ontario
Track Club / Club d’athlétisme: NRA –Niagara Regional Athletics
College or University / Collège ou université: University of Kentucky – UK
Event / Épreuve: Javelin
Personal Best / Record personnel: 78.58m
Goals (Short Term) / Buts (à court terme): Continue to throw personal bests. Break the 80m barrier
Goals (Long Term) / Buts (à long terme):
Win an NCAA Championship
Qualify for the World Championships, Pan American Games, and most of all 2016 Olympics
Be one of the top Javelin throwers in the World.
Track and Field Mentor / Mentor en athlétisme:
Kevin Knight – Club Coach
Andrew Ninow – University of Kentucky Throws Coach
Edrick Floreal – University of Kentucky Head Coach
Other (Interesting Stories ie: Family in sport, how you got involved, etc.) / Autre (histoires intéressantes, c.à-d. famille dans le sport, comment avez-vous commence, etc.):
Initially was a soccer player not even thinking about track and field. After getting cut from the high school soccer team, in which I probably should have made, I wasn’t going to do anymore sports for the rest of the spring semester. It wasn’t till the high school track coach asked me if I wanted to do track and be a member of the relay team.
During one track workout, I asked if I could go try the Javelin. Only one senior was out there throwing at the time and showed me the basics on how to throw. My very first throw was better than his all time best. That year I won the Grade 9 OFSAA track and field championships in the javelin, breaking a 30-year record by almost seven metres. From then, I focused more on javelin throwing, which brought me here today.
Following is a profile of one of Canada's athletes who has qualified for the NACAC U23 track and field championships in #Kamloops. Watch for more profiles over the coming days. #explorekamloops #NACAC_Kamloops
Name / Nom: Carise Thompson
Age / Âge: 22
Hometown (province and town) / Ville (province et ville): Hamilton, Ontario
Track Club / Club d’athlétisme: Speed River TFC
College or University / Collège ou université: University of Guelph
Event / Épreuve: 1500m
Personal Best / Record personnel: 4:15.91
Goals (Short Term) / Buts (à court terme): Pan Am Games 2015
Goals (Long Term) / Buts (à long terme): Olympics or major world championships
Track and Field Mentor / Mentor en athlétisme: Taylor Milne, Olympian at 2008 Summer Games, Beijing
Other (Interesting Stories ie: Family in sport, how you got involved, etc.) / Autre (histoires intéressantes, c.à-d. famille dans le sport, comment avez-vous commence, etc.): My dad is a farmer so I grew up on a chicken farm where I learned diligence by his example. A strong work ethic and competitiveness is evident on both sides of the family however. My mom gave me exposure to a huge variety of sports at a young age and I pursued the ones that I enjoyed the most- running being one of them. Aside from one cousin (Emma Roung), no one in my family runs.
Name / Nom: Joy Spear Chief-Morris
Following is a profile of one of Canada's athletes who has qualified for the NACAC U23 track and field championships in #Kamloops. Watch for more profiles over the coming days. #explorekamloops #NACAC_Kamloops
Name / Nom: Joy Spear Chief-Morris
Age / Âge: 20
Hometown (province and town) / Ville (province et ville): Lethbridge Alberta
Track Club / Club d’athlétisme: CALTAF
College or University / Collège ou université: Western University (University of Western Ontario)
Event / Épreuve: 100m and 4x100m Relay
Personal Best / Record personnel: 11.68s
Goals (Short Term) / Buts (à court terme): PB in the 100m and medal in the 4x100m Relay at NACAC U23 Championships in Kamloops
Goals (Long Term) / Buts (à long terme): Continue to be a strong competitor achieving personal bests on future Canadian National Teams.
Track and Field Mentor / Mentor en athlétisme: My parents, family, friends, teammates, and coach
Other (Interesting Stories ie: Family in sport, how you got involved, etc.) / Autre (histoires intéressantes, c.à-d. famille dans le sport, comment avez-vous commence, etc.): I have a black belt in Tae Kwon Do.