Better than Banff? In British Columbia, Nelson is a contender by John Briley – In Nelson, you’ll have the space and funds to savor the lake, town and scenery – a city of 11,000 people 140 miles southwest of Banff that rises from the shores of Kootenay Lake.
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Destination Showcase: A Small Town with a Big Playground – Kimberley, BC by Clint Trahan – There’s a vibe in Kimberley, you feel it as soon as you enter. This small city has everything the outdoor enthusiast could want.
Camping in the Rocky Mountains – Powder Matt joins Global News Morning Calgary to talk about great camping spots, whether you’re a seasoned pro, or just a beginner. Golden, Fernie and Kimberley are highlighted.
7 Amazing British Columbia Adventures You Can’t Miss This Summer by Kate Robertson – including Get Gnarly Mountain Biking at Mountain Station, Nelson and Take a Fairytale Hike on the Goldilocks Trail, Island Lake, Fernie.
Ohm for a Holiday by Anicka Quin – This writer went to the Kootenay-based Yasodhara Ashram near Nelson to look at the architecture, but a welcome dose of wellness found her there too.
Romantic Getaways in British Columbia, Romance is in the Air by Kate Robertson – BC is one of Canada’s most beautiful provinces so why not take yourselves for a romantic getaway to rekindle the flames. Romance in the majestic Rocky Mountains at Lizard Creek Lodge.
Panorama Passion, Experiencing Backcountry-style Snowboarding in British Columbia by Sam Haddad – Home to two, very different, snowcats, is this corner of Canada now the ultimate shred spot?
In a world of mega ski resorts, be like Whitewater in Canada by Snowsbest – The gem of a mountain resort twenty minutes from the lakeside ‘hippy’ town of Nelson in British Columbia has terrain to make you weep in a good way.
A Few Days in Rossland, BC – A Must-Stop on the Powder Highway by Kyle Frost – If this town of less than 4,000 friendly folks doesn’t charm your socks off, the terrain at RED Mountain Resort sure will.
Choose Your Own Adventure in the Canadian Rockies this Spring by Tanya Koob – Spend a weekend in a remote off-the-grid cabin with a glacier out your back door. Alternatively, check into a deluxe cabin with hot springs located close enough that you can make a run for it in your bathrobe.