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Vacation

Vacation

Planner Planner 2012

2012

Coverage in:Vanderhoof Fort Fraser Fraser Lake Fort St. James and surrounding area

Come and explore theStuart-Nechako Area

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We are located at 380 B Hwy 27, Fort St. James

Phone: 250-996-8825 Fax: 250-996-8289

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One main highway passes through the Nechako Valley, Highway 16. Going west from Vanderhoof there is Fort Fraser and Fraser Lake. Highway 16 connects with Highway 27 going north to Fort St. James just outside of Vanderhoof.Summer is the busiest season with camping, boating, hiking and other water activities at their best. The fall, however, offers some of the best hiking, biking and golfi ng opportunities, along with the fall fair. Winter brings with it skiing at the Murray Ridge Ski Hill in Fort St. James, cross country skiing at various trails in the area, not to mention ice fi shing on the many lakes. We invite you to discover, experience and explore the Stuart-Nechako region.If you’re looking for tips on local activities and attractions, there are many information centres located throughout the region which are visited by thousands of tourists every year. In Fort St. James, the centre is located in the Chamber of Commerce building at 115 Douglas Ave. 250-996-7023. In Vanderhoof there is an information centre in the Chamber of Commerce located at 2353 Burrard Ave. 250-567-2124 or toll free 1-800-752-4094. In Fort Fraser, the information centre is located in the rail car on Highway 16 during the summer months. In Fraser Lake the information centre is open from May to September and can be found in the log building at 30 Carrier Cres. 250-699-8844.

Welcome to our backyard!

Come and explore the Stuart-Nechako RegionEXPLOREEXPLORE

Our scenic landscapesOur scenic landscapesEXPERIENCEEXPERIENCE

Our fresh air and clear lakesOur fresh air and clear lakesENJOYENJOY

Our friendly, laid-back lifestyleOur friendly, laid-back lifestyle

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Enjoy our great outdoorsJohn RUSTAD, MLA

Nechako Lakes

Vanderhoof Offi ce183 First StreetVanderhoof, BCPhone: 250-567-6820Fax: 250-567-6822

Toll Free: 1-877-964-5650E-mail: [email protected]: www.johnrustadmla.bc.ca

Houston Offi ce2500 Butler Avenue

HoustonTel: 250-845-7770Fax: 250-845-7780

The Carrier Indians pioneered the land in this area long before the fi rst white man arrived. Following the driving of the last spike of the Grand Trunk Railway in 1914 the race was on to buy cheap land and the settlement of Vanderhoof was begun.

The settlement grew and in 1926 the Village of Vanderhoof was born. In the 1950’s the Kenny Dam was built and more people came to the area. The

1960’s brought a large infl ux of American immigrants and the town has begun to grow steadily ever since. Vanderhoof is reliant on the lumber industry as well as agriculture which is one of the largest forage producing areas in British Columbia as well as the recent mining construction going on.

Vanderhoof is very proud of the fact that it is the Geographical Centre of BC.

Vanderhoof & Area

Events for VanderhoofAnnual Wild Goose Chase Fun RunThis event is the beginning of May every year and has been running for 34 years. This is a fun run for either a 3.5 km, 8 km run or 5 km walk through the streets of Vanderhoof. Prizes, gifts and awards are given for various categories.

Hooterville HootHeld annually in early June, the Hooterville Hoot carshow attracts collectors from around the province and country. This year the Hoot is scheduled for June 3, 2012. Spend the afternoon scouring through the automobiles at Riverside Park between 11 and 3pm. The Hooterville Hoot is hosted by the Nechako Valley Classics and Customs and if you need more informa-tion on the car club or the Hooterville Hoot call Dave at 250-567-0821. Meetings are held the 1st Tuesday of every month, for location and times call Dave.

Photo byWanda Nemethy

Recreation/Leisure FairDrop in for the Recreation & Leisure Fair in Septem-ber at the Vanderhoof Arena. The fair is designed to raise awareness and showcase the various service, volunteer, leisure and recreational groups in the Stu-art-Nechako area.

Garden and Tea TourBuy a ticket for the annual garden tour and tea fund-raiser hosted by the Friends of the Vanderhoof Public Library held the last Sunday in July. This year’s event is July 29, 2012. The ticket grants admission to four beautiful gardens, with tea available at one of the locations. Contact the Vanderhoof Public Library at 250-567-4060 or email [email protected] for more in-formation.

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Taylor Bros Hardware

1-866-567-2246250-567-2246135 E. Stewart St, Vanderhoof

HardwareHardware

Indoor LivingIndoor Living

Outdoor LivingOutdoor Living

Paint & DecorPaint & Decor

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Nechako Valley ExhibitionHeld the third weekend in August, the 46th Annual Nechako Valley Exhibition has something for every-one. This year the event is August 17-19, 2012. The exhibition combines all facets of the local agricultur-al community from animals to home baked goods. Spend the weekend wandering around the endless booths fi lled with creative crafts and treats or watch-ing one of the numerous demonstrations put on fre-quently. The Exhibit Building theme for 2012 is ‘Farm Transportation through the ages.’

Pumpkin WalkFor 11 years the Vanderhoof Chamber of Commerce has coordinated the Great Pumpkin Walk, bringing to life Riverside Campground for Halloween night. Thousands of local residents attend this social eve-ning, enjoying a free cup of hot chocolate, the carved pumpkins lining the road, the campfi res where vol-unteers hand out candy, and the grand fi nale: an awe inspiring fi reworks display. In past years this fun fam-ily event has helped to reduce vandalism and mis-chief on Halloween night. It is held every year on October 31, no matter what day of the week that is. The Pumpkin Walk starts at 5pm and the fi reworks display at 8pm. The Great Pumpkin Walk is a sig-nifi cant event in Vanderhoof, funded entirely by the community.

Events for Vanderhoof

Small animal barn at the

Nechako Valley Exhibition

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Parade of LightsRun rampant on the streets and take advantage of the great sales. Held in Vanderhoof on the fi rst Friday in December, Midnight Madness is kicked off by the Parade of Lights. Bring the whole family downtown to enjoy the festive atmosphere. In Fort St. James and Fraser Lake the event occurs in late November. Most downtown retailers remain open until midnight the same evening of the Parade of Lights.

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Welcome to theNak’azdli Community!

Nak’azdli Band Council284 Kwah RoadFort St. James

250-996-7171

Fort St. James & Area

Events for Fort St. JamesFarmers MarketFor 15 years, local food and craft producers have been working hard to bring healthy, local food options and locally made products to the community. Local products help reduce environ-mentally costly and expensive fossil fuel dependence and provide high-nutrition food with less reliance on preservatives and processing - not to mention they are also delicious.

15th Annual Stuart Lake Fishing DerbyFor those fi shing enthusiasts out there, look for the 14th Annual Stuart Lake Fishing Derby at Fort St. James on Wednesday, June 30 - Sunday, July 4, 2012 (July long weekend). This “Famous Rainbow Fishing Derby” offers thousands of dollars to be won for 1st, 2nd & 3rd prizes with additional prizes being added. The catch and prize money involves the heaviest Rainbow Trout caught throughout this 3 day event so come on out and enjoy the food, fun and fi reworks.

Canada Day CelebrationsCanada’s Birthday is held to the full-est in Fort St. James, with live enter-tainment, activities for all ages and an exceptional fi reworks show. The festivities all start off at 8am with a pancake breakfast and a parade at 11am, but that’s not all there are many activities for all ages to take part in throughout the day. With a variety of vendors and an ethnic din-ner held by the community the food should be great so come on out and enjoy and be sure not to miss the Fireworks at 11pm held at Cotton-wood Park on the beautiful shores of Stuart Lake.

Founded by Simon Fraser in 1806 on the shores of beautiful Stuart Lake. Fort St. James is a very historic town and is very proud of its history.The Fort St. James National Historic Site, the ancient burial site of Carrier Chief Kwah, Our Lady of Good Hope Catholic Church, and the monument to leg-endary bush pilot Russ Baker are of great interest to

residents and visitors alike.Year round outdoor and indoor recreational opportu-nities include hiking and biking trails, ballparks, golf, fi shing, hunting, water-skiing, canoeing, swimming, sailing and boating, alpine and nordic skiing, skat-ing, hockey, curling, snowmobiling, dog sledding and camping.

It will be the market’s 15th year of offering local produce, meat, eggs, crafts, furniture, baking, jams, jellies, tasty treats, bedding plants, and more for sale each week in their downtown location across from the Lakeshore Pharmacy and Canada Post Offi ce. The market is open ev-ery Friday from the Friday before Mother’s Day to mid-October. For more info call Charlotte Croquet at 250-996-7869.

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Events for Fraser Lake & Fort Fraser

The attractive lakeside community of Fraser Lake lies alongside the Yellowhead Highway, west of Vander-hoof. The pioneer roots of the area’s history date back to the fur trade, with the establishment in 1806 of a fur-trading post by Simon Fraser, at Fort Fraser near the east end of Fraser Lake.The town was established in 1914, during the con-struction of the Grand Trunk Railway, and was incor-porated as a village in 1966.Launch your sport boat on Fraser Lake, a water ski and hydro-sliding paradise. If you prefer relaxation, soak up the rays on one of the lake’s three sandy beaches.

Fort Fraser is the site of the last spike of the Grand Trunk Pacifi c Railway.Mining, agriculture, tourism, and logging are the mainstays of the local economy.East of Fraser Lake is Fort Fraser, one of the oldest settlements in British Columbia and named after the explorer Simon Fraser. His mandate from the North West Company was to cross the Rockies and estab-lish trading relations with the people in the interior of what is now British Columbia, but which Fraser called New Caledonia. Here he established Fort McLeod in 1805, Fort St. James and Fort Fraser in 1806, and Fort George in 1807.

Mouse Mountain Days FestivalThe Mouse Mountain Days Festival is an annual fam-ily event that takes place during the fi rst week of July. It involves music, games for kids such as wheel barrel races, fi reworks, barbecue picnic lunches, and local baking. This event is fun for all ages, so bring the whole family.Join in on the Canada Day celebrations with Fraser Lake’s annual fl oat parade, fi reworks, slo-pitch tour-nament, curling and much more. Contact the infor-mation centre for details.

Rose Prince PilgrimageHeld annually the second weekend of July at Lejac near Fort Fraser, the site of the Lejac Residential School. This event celebrates the life of a Carrier na-tive woman who many feel should be recognized as a saint.

Leisure, Rec & Small Business FairSeptember 8, 2012 in the Fraser Lake Arena. Register your kids in winter sports and other activities, all at one time in one place. Great way to advertise your small or home business. For more information call the Fraser Lake Village Offi ce 250-699-6257.

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DISTRICT OF VANDERHOOF

160 Connaught St.250-567-4711

ARENA356 E. Columbia250-567-4555

WORKS DEPT250 W 2nd St250-567-4611

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❚ We invite you to visit us at the Heart of BC, where our rich and varied cultural history can be explored at the Vanderhoof Heritage Museum.❚ Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy our abundance of wildlife, spectacular waterways and wild, open spaces, which include backcountry lodges, provincial parks and hundreds of miles of trail systems.❚ Riverside Park, located on the banks of the beautiful Nechako River, is part of the Pacifi c Flyway and sanctuary each spring and fall to thousands of migrating geese.

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Local Trails

Greer Creek FallsThis easy 3.4 km return trail leads you to a 7 metre waterfall, with a pool at the base ideal for a cool dip on a hot day. Also at the falls is a picnic table and fi re pit. Just be sure to pack out your garbage. To get there, head out on the Kenney Dam Road, and turn left on the Kluskus Forest Road. The trailhead is at km 37.5 on the Kluskus Forest Road.

Telegraph TrailVisit the old telegraph route, built in the 1890s, now converted into a series of walking trails. The tele-graph line was built during the Klondike Gold Rush to allow for communication between the gold fi elds and surrounding towns. The line has not been used since the 30’s, but sections of the original trail are there to be explored south of Vanderhoof at Hogs-back Lake. The lake is a great place for swimming in the summer and the trail is perfect for hiking or mountain biking. The 10-km Telegraph Trail stretches to Blackwater Road.

Waterlily LakeJump on a bike and explore the 30 km of well kepttrails at Waterlily Lake, located on Sturgeon Point Road north of Vanderhoof off Highway 16. Many different areas around the region offer well-kept trails suitable for mountain bike riding.

Start of the Waterlily Lake trail.

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Village of Fraser LakeVillage of Fraser Lake

MUSEUM AND INFO BOOTH NOW OPEN10:00 am - 4:00 pm through the summer

or call 250-699-6257www.fraserlake.ca, e-mail: [email protected]

Every year thousands of Trumpeter Swans enjoy our beautiful waterfront.

Be sure to make Fraser Lake a stop on your northern migration.

Conveniently located midway along BC’s Highway 16.

Local TrailsChinlac Massacre SiteNestled at the crossing of the Nechako and Stuart Rivers, is the site of the 1745 Chinlac village. In 1745, the southern Denes came and nearly annihilated the entire Chinlac population because of their dislike for the Chinlac Chief, Khadintel. This scene has been under archaeological study for the past couple of years. Large land depressions mark the spot where houses once stood and there are hun-dreds of food caches to be found. Accessible by boat or by trail, this site will awaken the historian in everyone. Please consult with the Saik’uz 250- 567-9293 or Nak’azdli First Nation 250-996-7171 or the Cham-ber of Commerce 250-567-2124 before attempt-ing a visit to the location.

Cheslatta FallsLocated 60 kilometres south of Highway 16 on the Holy Cross Forest Service Road, a trail is preserved from the traditional route used by Carrier Indians who built several small villages in the area. Circular pit depressions from semi-underground winter lodges can be seen from the return loop trail. The spectacu-lar route starts at the Cheslatta River recreation site and overlooks the Cheslatta River system, a spillway for water that is diverted through tunnels in the coast mountains to generate power for the Alcan smelter in Kitimat, B.C. The approximate distance is 1.2 km one way. Caution: There are steep drop-offs into turbulent water. This hike is not suitable for young children and pets. Please respect the provincially protected archaeological sites and do not disturb or remove anything.

Ormond Creek TrailThis one way 10-km trail will take you along the east side of Ormond Creek from Fraser Lake to Ormond and Oona Lakes. The trail goes along the Ormond Creek canyon, 40 - 50 feet deep and 150 yards long. The trail head is just beyond Peterson’s Point Campsite. Please ensure children are well supervised. You can do a shorter version and follow Ormond Creek, then turn back. This offers beautiful views of the Creek and Canyon. Get more info at the Visitor Center.

Cheslatta TrailThe trail is an aboriginal route that linked villages on the Cheslatta Lake with villages on Fraser Lake. This 75 km trail passes by 14 lakes and is accessible at several points along the Holy Cross Forest Service Road.

One of the many hiking trails in the area.

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Local Trails

Mouse MountainMouse Mountain, named after its uncanny re-semblance to the animal, is located in the village of Fraser Lake. The mountain has a number of hik-ing and cross-country skiing trails. The main trail, a 45-minute round trip hike, will reward you with an incredible view of the lake and entire valley. Keep your eyes peeled for swans gathering for their trip south every winter. The route is safe and well marked. Drop by the information centre for direc-tions to the trailhead.

Fraser Mountain TrailHike the Fraser Mountain Trail for a spectacular view of the lake and surrounding area. The trail head is east of Fraser Lake, near Piper’s Glen. A three to four hour hike takes you to the top where you can perch on a B.C. Forest Service lookout tower to view the sights down below.

Black Point TrailTake a picnic and hike the Black Point Trail to the south shore of Francois Lake. This half hour brisk walk takes you through beautiful forests and along the sandy beach to rocky Black Point. Information and directions to the trail head are available at the Fraser Lake infor-mation centre.

Nyan-Wheti TrailNyan-Wheti means “The Trail Across,” in the Carrier language. Be-fore the Europeans, this trail linked native villages from Stuart Lake and Fraser Lake. This 45 km hike is for experienced, well equipped hikers. The Trail begins on Baker Drive off Sowchea Bay Road in Fort St. James and ends on Stella Rd. 1 km west of Nautley Village.

Red Rock VolcanoThe 25-million-year-old volcano is only accessible bywalking trails. It can be found on Red Rock Moun-tain, located on the northwest corner of Fraser Lake. Frozen lava fl ows are still visible near the crater. Inside the volcano, there are trees dating back 150 years. For details visit the Fraser Lake Info. Centre or the Stellat’en First Nations Band Offi ce 250-699-8747.

Some of these trails have a stunning view overlooking Fraser Lake.

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Local Trails

Ripples of the PastNew to Fort St. James is an interpretive trail through the town of Fort St. James starting at the National Historic Site and ending at the Russ Baker Memorial. The trail is for all ages and walking abilities.

Tsilcoh FallsLocated on Pinchi Road, 30 km from Fort St. James, these natural falls are astounding. The road is acces-sible by car, and there is a campsite for day and over-night use. There is a trail that goes right down to the falls where a breathtaking view awaits. From mid to late August you can catch a glimpse of kokanee fi sh. Please be extremely careful if you are unfamiliar with these falls as the water is fast and very deep.

Tulle Lake TrailsCheck out this series of 15kms of interconnecting trails to Nanna, Marie and Tulle Lakes. Great oppor-tunities forwildlife viewing, and a great spot for hik-ing, biking and horseback riding.

Dickinson Hiking TrailIf you would like a spectacular view, head to the Dick-inson Hiking Trail. Follow Stuart Drive to the hospital and turn left on Pineridge. Drive 400 metres past the end of the pavement to the entrance to the two ki-lometre long trail. A sign, on your right marks the start. Bring your camera for incredible pictures from the peak of Mount Dickinson.

Mount Pope - Nak’alNak’al was named Mt. Pope in 1865, after Major Pope became separated from his survey crew and spent a night alone on the mountain. The Carrier People used it as a lookout where they watched for hostile parties approaching on Stuart Lake. To reach Nak’al, follow Stuart Drive West to Stones Bay Road. Turn left. The trailhead is located four kilometres ahead. This day use park is popular with hikers. A 6.5-kilometre hiking trail leads to the gazebo at the peak, at an elevation of 790 meters or 2400 feet. (It will take from four to six hours to reach the peak and return.) From the peak, you will see beautiful Stuart Lake and the mountains to the north. If you are hik-ing, please bring your own drinking water, as there is no potable water on the trail to the peak. Hikers, please stay on the marked trails.

Stunning view from Mount Pope.

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Vanderhoof Heritage MuseumLocated on Highway 16 just as you leave Vanderhoof heading west, you will ! nd the Vanderhoof Heritage Museum offering visitors a glimpse into the 1920s. Tour guides provide slide shows and walking tours. Included in the tour is a 30-minute stroll through a 1920s farm-house, hotel and jailhouse. A 20-minute nature walk waves through other heritage buildings such as the Yu-kon telegraph cabin and a one-room school. Self-guid-ed tours are also an option. Open May to September, 7 days a week from 10 am - 6 pm

The Hobson History MuseumThe Hobson History Museum located at 1464 Bur-rard Street, Vanderhoof, is a treasure trove of pho-tographs, letters, articles and life belongings of one of the most famous families in North America. A story of both the Hobson and Hull families and their descendants from the early 1700’s and on. Follow the life of Richmond P. Hobson a Spanish American War Hero turned Congressman with connections to Presidents, Royalty, Government offi cials, Military leaders, Explorers and Inventors. Son, Rich Jr. moved to the Chilcotins in B.C. in the 30’s, helped establish one of the world’s largest cattle ranches then turned these adventures into three of Canada’s best selling cowboy non-fi ction books. You will experience a life-time of history through the Hobson family, and their

Museums & More

cherished belongings of rare and one of a kind his-torical pieces.

One of the many buildings at the Vanderhoof Heritage Museum.

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VanderhoofVisitor Centre & Chamber of Commerce

250-567-2124 ~ 2353 Burrard Ave ~ 1-800-752-4094www.vanderhoofchamber.com

Stop by or call us for all your

information needs

Museums & MoreFraser Lake MuseumLearn the town’s story at the Fraser Lake Museum, located at the Visitor Information Centre. Itself a fi ne example of log-home construction, the mu-seum displays remnants of the rich history of the Fraser Lake area, and an informative display on Dakelh culture.

The Last SpikeVisit the Grand Trunk Pacifi c Railway, which was completed at Fort Fraser in 1914 and declared a Heritage Site by the Canadian government in 1998. During the construction of the railway in the early 1900s, the local population blossomed to 3,000. The railway contributed to a sudden climb in the economy and an even quicker decline when the project failed after fur prices dropped following the First World War.

Chief Kwah GravesiteChief Kwah was one of the most infl uential leaders of the Carrier First Nation. He was pivotal in their relationship with Simon Fraser when Europeans fi rst arrived on July 26, 1806 and was known as the Fur Trade Chief. On his death in 1840, his request to be buried at the mouth of the Stuart River was hon-oured – he wanted to be able to alert his people that the salmon run was starting. To visit his grave, take the fi rst right after the Nak’azdli River bridge, the fi rst bridge when leaving town. For more informa-tion you can contact the Nak’azdli First Nation 250-996-7171.

Rose Prince PilgrimageHeld annually the second weekend of July at Lejac near Fort Fraser, the site of the Lejac Residential School. This event celebrates the life of a Carrier na-tive woman who many feel should be recognized as a saint.

Fort St. James National Historic SiteFort St. James National Historic Site, a restored Hud-son’s Bay Company fur trading post, whisks visitors back to life as it was in the 1890’s. Talk to staff and learn about life in this 200-year old fort. It’s the old-est collection of wooden buildings in the country de-picting Canada’s fur trade. As you wander around the site, you’ll learn about the Fort’s history and the traders’ relationships with the Carrier First Nation

Russ Baker MemorialFrank ‘Russ’ Baker was one of the greatest bush pi-lots in Canada’s north. He was also the founder of Pacifi c Western Airlines, which later became part of Air Canada. If you are an aviation history buff, you will want to visit the Russ Baker Memorial. It’s lo-cated on Lakeshore Drive, past Our Lady of Good Hope Catholic Church - a 15-minute walk from Cot-tonwood Park.

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Fort St. James as You’ve Never Seen it Before!Fort St. James as You’ve Never Seen it Before!Come experience our vibrant downtown revitalization development Come experience our vibrant downtown revitalization development and new Interpretive Museum Exhibit at the National Historic Site!and new Interpretive Museum Exhibit at the National Historic Site!Summer EventsSummer Events❚❚ Farmers market – Friday afternoons Farmers market – Friday afternoons❚ ❚ Aboriginal Day Celebrations – June 21 (Nak’azdli and National Historic Site)Aboriginal Day Celebrations – June 21 (Nak’azdli and National Historic Site)❚ ❚ Fishing Derby – June 29, 30, July 1 (Chamber of Commerce)Fishing Derby – June 29, 30, July 1 (Chamber of Commerce)❚ ❚ Canada Day – July 1 (District and National Historic Site)Canada Day – July 1 (District and National Historic Site)❚ ❚ Salmon Day – July 21 (National Historic Site)Salmon Day – July 21 (National Historic Site)❚ ❚ Fort St. James Heritage Days – August 5 (National Historic Site)Fort St. James Heritage Days – August 5 (National Historic Site)❚ ❚ Music on the Mountain – August 17 – 19Music on the Mountain – August 17 – 19❚ ❚ Start Gazing Party – August 18 (National Historic Site)Start Gazing Party – August 18 (National Historic Site)

Call: 250-996-8233Call: 250-996-8233www.fortstjames.cawww.fortstjames.ca

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Tel: 250-567-4701 Fax: 250-567-2424Highway 16, Vanderhoof

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Vanderhoof Community Of ce 158 West Stewart Street PO Box 25 Vanderhoof, BC V0J 3A0 Phone: 250-567-5105

KENNEY DAM: Located 96 kilometres south of Vanderhoof. An awe-inspiring mountain of rock, gravel and clay, as high as St. Paul’s Cathedral of Egypt. The Kenney Dam measures 457 metres in width and 99 metres high. The downstream face of the dam is a spectacular sight of falls dropping 100 metres – greater than the height of a 32-storey building. The surface area of the reservoir is 910 square kilometres.

SKINS LAKE SPILLWAY CAMPGROUND: For those of you who enjoy camping and are looking for serene escape. This campground offers 20 campsites, covered cook house for picnics, outhouses, cold water taps, boat-launch and is free of charge. The campsite is a short walk to the Skin’s Lake Spillway – a spectacular view of the water making its way down to the Nechako River.

Burns Lake Community Of ceUnit 3B Highway 16 Evergreen MallPO Box 936Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0Phone: 250-692-4144

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Bike Park - VanderhoofRip’ N The North Bike Club has a bike skills park. There are different types of trails with jumps for all skill levels and ages. The Club has gained considerable grassroots community support. Get a hold of Maryanne or Cathy at the Omineca Sports for more information.

Riverside Park - VanderhoofLocated on the banks of the Nechako River, just north of downtown Vanderhoof, Riverside Park pres-ents the perfect opportunity for ultimate relaxation. Stop to stretch your legs, have a picnic lunch or stay overnight at one of the 38 campsites. Use of show-ers, sani-dump, and fi rewood are available when campsite fees are paid. The 1.2 km loop walking path is lamp-lit and the trail is maintained year round for running, walking, and cross-country skiing. Riverside Park is home to the Nechako Migratory Bird Sanc-tuary where thousands of Canada Geese, trumpeter swans and other migrating birds can be seen each spring and fall. Be sure to climb the bird watching tower for a better view.

First Nations Heritage - VanderhoofMuch of Canada’s past and present includes the Aboriginal culture. The Saik’uz First Nation community, located approximately 20 minutes south of Vanderhoof on Kenney Dam Road, is the perfect venue to experience the culture. Visit the Saik’uz Potlatch house or the campground, where beautiful cab-ins overlook Nulki Lake. Hook-ups, boat rentals and picnic tables are available for your stay in the area. Call the band offi ce at 250-567-9293 for more information.

Try the bike park.

Climb the bird watching tower. Stay at one of the 38 campsites.

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Recreational Facilities & Parks

Ferland Water Park - VanderhoofLet the kids splash around at the new water park or climb on the jungle gym at Ferland Park in Vanderhoof. Parents can catch some shade under a tree or soak

up the rays in the Centennial Park. It’s the perfect opportunity for young and old to enjoy a pleasant day in the park. The park is situated between Church and Lampitt Streets in Vanderhoof.

Bradley Park - VanderhoofLocated south of the alleyway between 4th and 5th Street W. The park is well lit, has picnic tables, a play structure, swings and an open playing area.

Leiding Park - VanderhoofLocated on the east side of Victoria St. near Peach Lane, Leiding Park has an open, grassy play area and swing set.

Vanderview Playground - VanderhoofLocated west of the Nechako Christian Fel-lowship Church on Vanderview Drive, the playground has an open play area and swing set.

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White Swan Park - Fraser LakeStop in at White Swan Park for a picnic or a dip in the water. Just off Highway 16 in the Village of Fraser Lake, this beachfront park is the perfect place for a midday break. Washroom facilities, playground equipment, picnic area, beach and boat launches are all available.

Beaumont Provincial Park - Fraser LakeSleep amongst the trees at beautiful Beaumont Pro-vincial Park. Located at the east end of Fraser Lake, this campground has 49 sites, a boat launch, day picnic area, swimming beach and sani-station. It is a great place to experience some of B.C.’s most beauti-ful summer sunsets. The park is located on the origi-nal site of Fort Fraser, founded by explorer Simon Fraser.

Recreational Facilities & Parks

Peterson’s Beach Provincial Site - Fraser LakePeterson’s Beach Campsite can be accessed off of Highway 16, located on Stella Road North of FraserLake. A total of 44 unserviced campsites, pit toilets and boat launch. Camp site host is on site daily from3pm to 10am the next morning, every day. Ormond Lake hiking trail can be accessed from Petersen Beach.Thousands of pine seedlings have been re-cently planted at the site to replace trees killed by the Mountain Pine Beetle.

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Come and have a picnic at Beaumont Park.

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Recreational Facilities & Parks

Cottonwood Park - Fort St. JamesCottonwood Park is the home of many of the area’s special events, including Canada Day, Stuart Lake Fishing Derby, and the Caledonia Classic Dog Sled Race. The park is home to the Marion Steam Shovel. It was built in the twenties, came to Fort St. James in the thirties and worked in the Placer Mine until the forties. The park is also home to a one third scale model of a W34 Junkers Bush Plane – a plane that played a key role in the Second World War and was key in opening up Canada’s north. It’s located close to downtown and has a number of amenities including a bandstand, children’s playground, covered picnic area, beach volleyball, and a RV sani dump.

Sowchea Bay Provincial Park - Fort St. JamesThe Sowchea Bay Provincial Recreation Area is lo-cated 20 km west of Fort St. James on Sowchea Bay Road, fi ve 5 km west of Paarens Beach Provincial Park. This park is the trailhead for the 5-km Anti-mony Mine Trail, leading to old antimony mine. You can explore the old buildings and mining sites. But be careful, the structures are old and could collapse! The park has 30 lakefront campsites with picnic tables and fi repits. It’s open from May to September, with standard fees charged. The gates open at 7 am, and close at 11 pm.

Paarens Beach Provincial Park - Fort St. JamesGet away from it all at Paarens Beach! The park features an 800-meter sandy beach for swimming (including a roped-off area for the kids), a boat launch, camping and canoeing. There’s a large day use/picnic area on the beach with picnic tables, shelters and a playground. If you want to stay longer, there are 36 campsites with pit toilets and sani-stations. The park opens in May, once the snow and ice are gone, and remains open until September. User fees are charged during these months.

View from Paarens Beach.

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Winter Pastimes

SnowshoeingExperience the magic of a winter forest on snow-shoes! Snowshoeing has been around for thousands of years. And, obviously, the art of snowshoeing has become more sophisticated over time – now

it’s considered a winter sport. There are endless trails to conquer throughout the Stuart-Nechako area, give it a try, great excercise and very refresh-ing. But, be careful. Don’t take risks and most im-portantly, have fun.

Pausing to look over Nak'azdli and Stuart Lake while out snowshoeing on Mount Dickenson Photo by Ruth Lloyd

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Murray Ridge Ski HillCanadian ski legend Nancy Greene Raine designed this challenging ski hill. It’s got a reputation for great powder, sunny skies, and the longest T-bar in North America. Test your skiing and snowboarding skills on the 22 runs or explore 20 kilometres of cross-country trails. Every February, the hill hosts the Great Bathtub Race where the emphasis is more on fun than win-ning! Murray Ridge is located 6 miles (10 km) north of Fort St. James, northwest of Prince George. The mountain has elevation of 6500 ft.

Snowmobiling/ATVMany trails in the area make excellent routes for snowmobiles and ATVs. Some trails are maintained by local clubs and feature routes for both the begin-ner and more experienced rider.

Skating RinksSpend the day ice-skating or perfecting your slap shot at the one of the many indoor or outdoor rinks to be found in Fort St. James, Fraser Lake and Van-derhoof. If you prefer to be a spectator, drop by the rink to watch local hockey teams compete. In the summer months the Vanderhoof arena plays host to many events.

Cross Country SkiingThe trails throughout the area make this winter past-time a must. Check at the information centre for a map of the lit, groomed trails just west of Vanderhoof at the Nechako Valley Sporting Association grounds on Redmond Pit Rd.

Dog SleddingWinter visitors looking for a unique way to experi-ence Northern British Columbia can forge a path through the backcountry by dogsled. Expert guides show the way to a once-in-a lifetime experience that makes for great stories to envious friends and family back home. Whichever area of the region the dogs take you, you are sure to see beautiful, and never-before seen wilderness and terrain. A trip of a lifetime awaits all future dog-sledding enthusiasts.

Sliding the second rail during the Rail Jam as part of the Slush Cup events at Murray Ridge.

Photo by Ruth Lloyd

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Summer Activities

Pictographs - Fraser LakeMore than a century ago, First Nations people used vermilion paint to create 21 pictographs on the north shore of Stuart Lake. These paintings illustrate im-ages that were important to the Carrier people – fi sh, birds, guardian spirits, and images from dreams. They are located on the north shore of Stuart Lake, close to Honeymoon Island, and between Fort St. James and Binche Bay and are only accessible by water.

Self-guided Forestry ToursExplore the back country with a self-guided tour of the region’s lush forests. Grab a brochure from the information centre to navigate your way through the bush and scout out rest areas. These roads vary in condition so make sure you are well prepared. Self-guided tours are available for the Kluskus and Holy Cross Forest Service roads.

Francois LakeOne of the largest lakes in B.C., Francois Lake isapproximately 125 km long. Snag some char, rainbow trout, kokanee and white fi sh. There are a number of lodges and outfi tters who can ensure you make themost out of exploring this lake.

Kenney DamSet a day aside to explore the Kenney Dam. The Kenney Dam (or Kemano 1) is a rock-fi lled hydro-electric dam on the Nechako River, 96km south of Vanderhoof, British Columbia, built in the early 50s. At 1,500 feet long and 317 feet high, it is still a spec-tacular sight. It took 4,016,900 cubic yards of mate-rial to build the dam. It is also a great spot for camp-ing and fi shing. To reach the dam, go south on the Holy Cross Forest Service road, which starts at Lejac (6 km east of Fraser Lake). Follow the road for 68 km and you will reach the dam.

Endako Mine - Fraser LakeTour the giant Molybdenum Mine and catch a fas-cinating glimpse into a real mining operation. This attraction is located just 20 km southwest of Fraser Lake. Tours can be scheduled by appointment only.

Swan Capital - Fraser LakeThe area boasts of 170 lakes within a 50 mile ra-dius and is the temporary home to over 1000 Trum-peter Swans, making it the Swan Capital of the world. Trumpeters are the largest waterfowl in North America and they are not bothered by the cold. They have up to 35,000 feathers and their downy later is 2 inches thick. The wingspan of an adult Trumpeter can reach almost 2.5 meters.

Tchentlo Lake Hot Springs - Fort St. JamesThe springs are approximately 125 km northwest of Fort St. James. These are not commercialized hot springs and consist of three pools with temperatures of 80-85 degrees Fahrenheit. The springs are only accessible by boat. Caution: Take care where you walk as the ground is very fragile.

Kenney Dam, the dam is 457 metres long, 97 metres high, and 12 metres wide at its crest.

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Summer ActivitiesMountain BikingJump on a bike and explore the 30 km of well kepttrails at Waterlily Lake, located on Sturgeon Point Road north of Vanderhoof off Highway 16. Many different areas around the region offer well-kept trails suitable for mountain bike riding.

Golfi ngThe Omineca Golf Course in Vanderhoof is a par 72, 18-hole course. Enjoy a fi nal round at the 19th Hole Restaurant located in the clubhouse. Stuart Lake Golf Course, located near Fort St. James, features nine holes with a spectacular view of Stuart Lake as well as a clubhouse for relaxation. Also Molyhills Golf Club in Fraser Lake which is an 18-hole course. All courses are open seasonally from April to September.

CanoeingCanoe enthusiasts can enjoy the Stellako, Nechako and Stuart Rivers which are suitable for paddlers of any level of experience or any one of the hundreds of other lakes the Stuart/Nechako has to offer. Check out the information centre for details on water routes and remember to take weather conditions into ac-count before setting out.

FishingIf it’s rainbow trout or kokanee you’re after, the Stu-art-Nechako region is sure to meet your needs. Stay for the day or a couple of weeks, as there are many lakes and rivers with forest recreation sites to make your visit easy and enjoyable. Remember to ensure your licence is valid before launching.

TennisWhy not spend an afternoon exercising and enjoying the weather at the same time? Visit one of the ten-nis courts the communities have to offer and practise your court skills.

Bowling - VanderhoofGreat entertainment for the whole family! Check out the bowling alley in Vanderhoof and enjoy some fi ve and ten pin bowling excitement. A smoke-free envi-ronment for all to enjoy. Norlind Bowling, E. Colum-bia St: 250-567-9333.

Ready, Aim, Fire - VanderhoofEnjoy a day at the Vanderhoof shooting range. Im-prove your marksmanship in this well facilitated range of targets. Get directions from the information centre in town.

Canoeing the Nechako River.

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Spend some time with us, Spend some time with us, You’ll be glad you came.You’ll be glad you came.

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Summer Activities

Vanderhoof Farmer’s MarketCome and check out the home baked, grown and made goodies at the Vanderhoof Farmers’ Market. Listen and laugh with the children on the playground while you explore the labours of our vendors. Beauti-fully located at the bird sanctuary right next to the Nechako River, a playground and a picnic shelter. Open from June 7, 2012 to September 13 - Thurs-days 11:00am to 3:00pm @ Riverside Park. Contact Joni Walker: 250-570-3122 for information or email: [email protected]

Fort St. James Farmers MarketThe increasingly popular market is enjoying its 12th successful season. With beautiful Stuart Lake as the backdrop, you will fi nd farm products in season. Open Friday before Mother’s Day to Mid-September noon - 4:00 pm. For more information call Charlotte Croquet at 250-996-7869.

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Wildlife WatchingEnjoy the colourful scenery dotted with various woodland inhabitants. The Stuart/Nechako region is abundant with wildlife such as deer, moose, grizzly and black bear. But be careful, these are wild animals and should not be fed or approached.

Bird WatchingBird watchers can view hundreds of species at the sanctuary along the Nechako River in Vanderhoof, where you will fi nd a bird watching tower. Bring the binoculars, it’s the perfect perch for bird lovers to view migrating swans, geese, hawks and owls that frequent the Nechako River in late fall and early spring.

Berry PickingSaskatoons, huckleberries, and wild raspberries are just a few of the little delicacies in our great wilder-ness. Go exploring yourself during mid-summer, a ripe time for luscious berries.

PhotographyStart your own collection of beautiful photos. If you enjoy nature’s beauty, the Stuart/Nechako area is rich in a plethora of species and is perfect for the outdoor enthusiast.View of the bird sanctuary on the Nechako River.

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Salmon RunExperience a survival of the fi ttest challenge - fi sh style. In an impressive attempt to reach their spawn-ing grounds, sockeye salmon struggle to reach their destination point despite the threat of bears look-ing for an easy catch. This natural wonder can be watched at Stellako River from the Glennanan Bridge every August.

Stellako RiverIndulge in the beauty of the Stellako River, which connects Francois Lake to Fraser Lake. The Stellako is world famous for its “fl y-fi shing and challenging, expert class canoeing river. Expert class begins at the mouth of Francois Lake, 9 km to the waterfalls. Be-low the waterfalls, to Fraser Lake, is beginner class with lovely calm waters.

Fishing at the mouth of the Stellako River.

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