The
world over, when people think of Canada, they think of the glory of the Rockies.
When you combine this with the upper reaches of the mighty Columbia, you have an
unsurpassed natural setting.
- Robert Bateman 2004
Summer is when we believe, all of a sudden, that if we just
walked out the back door and kept on going long enough and far enough we would
reach the Rocky Mountains.
- Edward Hoagland
A good start for making a town's acquaintance is to visit its morning
markets, and I do not mean market halls but the temporary kind that consists of
collapsible stalls put up for a few hours in a street or a square. Disagreeable
as shopping in inclement weather may be to people addicted to the indoors,
open-air markets are more than a match for hermetic stores. There is nothing
like fresh air and daylight; the knowledgeable shopper prefers the least tidy
street market to the air-conditioned morgue of a supermarket.
- Bernard Rudofsky
No bird ever flew nonstop from New York to Tokyo, or raced 15 miles high at
triple the speed of sound. But birds do something else. They do not conquer the
air; they romance it.
- Peter Garrison
The influence of fine scenery, the presence of mountains,
appeases our irritations and elevates our friendships.
- Emerson 1860
I have never been happier, more exhilarated, at peace, rested, inspired, and
aware of the grandeur of the universe and the greatness of God than when I find
myself in a natural setting not much changed from the way He made it.
- Jimmy Carter,
An Outdoor Journal 1988
Life is very nice, but it lacks form. It's the aim of art to give it
some.
- Jean Anouilh, 1950
You haven't seen a tree until you've seen its shadow from the sky.
- Amelia Earhart
The air up there in the clouds is very pure and fine, bracing and delicious.
And why shouldn't it be? -- it is the same the angels breathe
- Mark Twain
The tourist burned up all the film they had as we would come in and swoop
down over them ... Better than any thermal flying. You can feel the energy of
the site seers as they would yell at you to do it again.
- C. Christensen
There are two types of fisherman - those who
fish for sport and those who fish for fish.
- Author Unknown
The fishing was good; it was the catching
that was bad.
- A.K. Best
There is a privacy about it which no other season gives you.... In spring,
summer and fall people sort of have an open season on each other; only in the
winter, in the country, can you have longer, quiet stretches when you can savor
belonging to yourself.
- Ruth Stout
Climb the mountains and get their good tidings. Nature's peace will flow
into you as sunshine flows into trees. The winds will blow their own freshness
into you, and the storms their energy, while cares will drop off like autumn
leaves
- John Muir
A community rich in arts,
culture, entertainment and adventure ... check out these "originals" - unique to
the Windermere Valley!
Pynelogs Cultural Centre
The 90-year-old
log building is an old historic home on the banks of Lake Windermere that has
emerged as a unique Art Gallery and Cultural Centre with the careful guidance of
the
CV Arts (Columbia Valley Arts Council).
Completed as a home in 1914, and having enjoyed a proud history, the newly
restored Pynelogs is now an important part of the community, dedicated to the
enrichment and enjoyment of the Columbia Valley residents and seasonal visitors.
Pynelogs Cultural Centre features a gallery and exhibits of local artists and
artisan. There is also a gift shop and the Pynelogs Cafe, which has a
beautiful patio overlooking the shores of Lake Windermere!
Photo:
Kootenay Boundary Newsletter, May 2005
1720-4
Avenue. Next to Kinsman Beach.
Invermere's Famous Farmer's Market!
There is no
disputing that Invermere has the best in the world when it comes to food, crafts
and various other supplies found at their famous Farmer's Market held on
Saturdays.
Here you'll find rope jewelry or fine jewels, organic foods, fresh fruits and
vegetables, wood carvings, clothing, home furnishings and more!
Located in the heart of Invermere's downtown, you'll love the friendly
atmosphere. If you're not in the buying mood, go down and just people
watch. Here you'll be able to find and listen to visitors from all over
the world! Listen to some great music, stroll the stands and sample some
of the great food! Relax and enjoy - you'll love the Invermere Farmer's
Market and keep coming back for more!
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Bird Watching ...
Choose from over
80, high quality, creative and educational events to enjoy with your family.
Discover the world of birds through activities such as guided nature walks,
Columbia River floats, voyager canoe trips, horseback riding in the grasslands,
art exhibits, evening presentations, live music, workshops, children's festival,
wings gala banquet, birdathon and much more!
The Columbia Valley Bird Festival
will be held May 2-8, 2005!
Come
and watch handmade blown glass being produced right inside the studio at Bavin
Glassworks!
Browse through hundreds of breathtaking pieces of glass and even
stop by to watch an actual glass-blowing demonstration right inside the "hot
shop"! When you visit Bavin Glassworks you will see some examples of handblown,
fused and lampworked glass, as well as paintings and photography.
This will be a "must" every time you're in town!
Bavin Glassworks
www.bavinglass.com
4884 A Athalmer Highway
invermere, B.C.
VOA 1K3
Tel: 250-342-6816
Do
it from the air!
Discover the
Rocky Mountains and the Columbia Valley in a whole new way...the way the eagles
do...from the air! Come and have the adventure of your life.
Make your visit to the Columbia Valley Area an unforgettable one with: Cessna
Scenic Flights; Sailplane Discovery Flights; Ultra-Light Discovery Flights and
Helicopter Scenic Flights
The Invermere Airport is located in the beautiful Canadian Rockies and is known
to be one of the best mountain soaring and flying sites in the world. This area
offers spectacular views of the Rocky Mountains, Glaciers, Mountain Lakes and
the Columbia Wetlands (The Headwaters of the Columbia River System).
www.InvermereAirport.com
Ice Fishing Derby January 29, 2005
Walking on Water!
So
....
You know that favourite spot that you drive over
to in the boat...
That favourite wakeboarding spot in the lake where the water's just right and
where the kids got up on the wakeboard for the first time ....
Well, you can still view the shoreline from the exact same spot in
the Winter! The Ice Fishing Derby will take you right there, but in the
truck, not the boat!
Come
and watch handmade blown glass being produced right inside the studio at Bavin
Glassworks!
