Nature

  Let's Winter! Here are our picks for winter break activities in West Kelowna!   Winter fun is heating up for people of all ages in West Kelowna. Here, when the snowflakes begin to appear, the outdoor enthusiasts start to cheer! Our powered-filled...

Spring Blossoms and Blooms! Springtime in West Kelowna is just around the corner and that means our hillsides and orchards will be putting on a spectacular display of colour. In March our first wildflowers begin to show, but April is the...

Bird Watching: How to get started. (photo: Brad Vissia - Common Yellowthroat) Have you ever wondered what that bird was that you saw out on a walk? If so, you are not alone. With people enjoying wide-open spaces and nature more this...

With physical distancing happening, more and more people are turning to Zoom to conduct their meetings. Did you know that in Zoom you can add a custom background to your video conferences? Changing your background is perfect for those who don’t want...

Fall Foliage in West Kelowna -  a  photo collection Nature lovers can enjoy spectacular views this time of year with all the beautiful fall colours on display. Our Instagram feed has been blowing up with the fall foliage and we thought...

Looking at or listening to the sounds of nature can create a sense of calm and make one feel relaxed. We are digging into our library to create some looped nature videos for you that focus on the sights and...

  BOUCHERIE RUSH TRAIL - West Kelowna Hiking Duration/Distance: 6 km round trip/1-3 hours Elevation Gain: 275 metres Difficulty Level: moderate to difficult   Access Points: From Hwy 97 turn South onto Bartley Rd. This road turns into East Boundary Rd. Follow the road approximately 1.5 km...

ROSE VALLEY REGIONAL PARK | Hiking and Biking Trails The Rose Valley Trail system is popular for hiking and biking. Distance/Duration: 6 km (round trip)/2-4 hours Elevation Gain: 80 metres Difficulty Level: moderate to difficult GPS: 49.884459, -119.560079 Access Points: There is a parking lot on...

Dog Friendly Beaches and Parks in West Kelowna   Travelling with your four-legged friend this summer? Check out some of West Kelowna’s dog-friendly parks and trails! A majority of West Kelowna parks and trails allow dogs on-leash, while there are 3 off-leash...

Tips for spring hiking.  Warmer temperatures are just around the corner. With the warm weather comes wet trails and ticks at this time of year. When a trail has snow on it we are prepared that it may be slippery, but...