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Tue, August 20, 2024

Autumn Vibes in the Kootenays – Top 10 Experiences

Witness the glory of the Kootenays. Explore the unparalleled vibrancy of our mountainous communities each flaunting an array of dazzling seasonal colours. Fall is...

Wed, June 5, 2024

Connect with the Indigenous Culture in the Kootenay Rockies

Q̓api Ktunaxa Sukiⱡq̓ukni kin wamiⱡkiⱡ ʔamakʔis / The Ktunaxa are happy you are here – Welcome Venturing through the mountains and valleys of the...

Tue, June 4, 2024

Top 6 Kootenay Road Trips

The Kootenay Rockies region in the southeast corner of British Columbia, Canada is epically known as BC’s Mountain Playground. And, we offer some of...

Mon, June 3, 2024

4 Reasons to Drive BC's Hidden Route: The Slocan Valley

The road less travelled showcases some of the best attractions and activities in the Kootenays – as we venture off of the Rainforest to...

Thu, May 30, 2024

Sip and Savour Experiences Masterfully Created by our Kootenay Makers

Experience the brilliance of our ‘Kootenay Makers’ with invigorating sip & savour experiences, expertly crafted just for you. Elevate your visit to the Kootenays...

Mon, May 6, 2024

Keeping the Kootenays Natural

We all love the southeast corner of British Columbia for its unique towns, friendly locals, and laid-back lifestyle. But what sets the Kootenays apart...

Tue, April 30, 2024

Kootenay Fun Facts

Known as BC’s Mountain Playground (in the southeast corner of British Columbia) we are renowned for natural, clean, uncrowded activities and experiences that reflect...

Mon, April 29, 2024

Follow the Trail: Kootenay Hiking Adventures

Some of the most spectacular Kootenay landscapes are also some of the most fragile.  In  high alpine basins and on soaring ridges vegetation clings...

Fri, April 26, 2024

Kootenay Farmers' Markets

Savour the sweetness of freshly harvested honey, immerse yourself in the jubilant chatter of an enthusiastic crowd, and let the zesty fragrance of fresh...

Thu, April 25, 2024

Laid-Back Kootenays: Wellness Getaways

With the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, taking time out for ourselves is more important than ever.  Lucky for you, the Kootenay...

Fri, April 19, 2024

We Are All Connected

With over 10,000 years of documented archeological history, a language that is a rare linguistic isolate unrelated to any other language, as well as...

Thu, April 18, 2024

Savouring the Kootenays this Summer

It goes without saying that every road trip needs fuel. Yes, we’re talking about the fuel that powers you.  That morning ‘cup of joe’...

Tue, April 16, 2024

Golf our Mountain Playground

Pack up the clubs, lace up the golf shoes and hit the links with your family and friends at one of the Kootenay’s many...

Mon, April 15, 2024

4 Quirky Communities along Kootenay Lake

One unique fact about Kootenay Lake is it never completely freezes in the winter, so at any time during the year, you could enjoy...

Tue, April 9, 2024

Craving the Refreshing Flavours of the Kootenays

Does the warm summer sun leave you craving the refreshing taste of a cold craft beer on a shaded lakeside patio?  Does your perfect...

Mon, April 1, 2024

A Road Trip of a Lifetime: Kootenay Rockies Hot Springs

Take a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and embark on a scenic road trip through the breathtaking Kootenay Rockies. Explore...

Wed, March 27, 2024

Kootenay Made

We have an abundance of delicious craft breweries, distilleries, cideries, meadery, wineries and coffee roasters in the region that offer some of the world’s best...

Mon, March 25, 2024

Farm to Fork in the Kootenays

Championing the farm-to-fork movement, we’re backed by passionate consumers and innovative chefs who favour locally sourced ingredients, proving not just a trend, but a...

Thu, March 21, 2024

Our Kootenay Spirits

Embracing the vibrancy of our farm to table ethos and spicing it up a notch, you simply can’t ignore the surge of avant-garde distilleries...

Fri, January 19, 2024

Family Fun on BC's Powder Highway

Experience the ultimate skiing tradition on the Powder Highway! In my home, it was tradition to hit the slopes every weekend in Kimberley. The...

Thu, January 18, 2024

Funky Finds on the Powder Highway

With over 7.2+ million acres of terrain to be conquered, we suggest multiple visit to the Powder Highway to experience it all! It is...

Fri, January 12, 2024

Invermere's Whiteway: And All Things Winter

The Whiteway on Lake Windermere is the World’s Longest Skating Path, a 30+ kilometres groomed track that runs all the way around the lake and...

Thu, January 11, 2024

Our Kootenay Mountain Culture

It’s a chilly day in early January.  A cold winter snap whispers its solemn sound through the nearby trees. The mounds of snow piled...

Tue, January 9, 2024

Toques & Plaid: Its Unique Vibe on BC's Powder Highway

There’s a sure-fire way to tell that winter has arrived in the Kootenays without looking at the weather. No, it’s not twinkle lights or...

Fri, December 29, 2023

72 Hours in Rossland this Winter

Experience the renowned RED Mountain Resort with its legendary light, dry snow, and unparalleled tree skiing. Immerse yourself in the thrill of conquering the...

Thu, December 28, 2023

72 Hours in Revelstoke this Winter

Get ready for an unforgettable family ski/snowboard trip at Revelstoke Mountain Resort this winter! We’ve got you covered with some amazing local tips for...

Wed, December 27, 2023

72 Hours at Panorama Resort this Winter

Panorama Mountain Resort rises 1,300-m vertical (4,265 ft.) and has more than 1,214-hectares (3,000 acres) of terrain. It’s not until you reach the summit...

Tue, December 26, 2023

72 Hours in Nelson this Winter

Lakeside Nelson is the basecamp for Whitewater Ski Resort, one of best ski alpine resorts on the Powder Highway. Located on the West Arm of Kootenay Lake, Nelson reigns as...

Fri, December 22, 2023

72 Hours in Kimberley this Winter

Follow the Powder Highway to Kimberley’s historic mountain & alpine community.  The Kimberley Alpine Resort is home to North America’s largest gladed terrain over...

Thu, December 21, 2023

72 Hours in Golden this Winter

Visiting Kicking Horse Mountain Resort in Golden this winter? This authentic Canadian mountain town, of Golden, is the perfect base for your next winter adventure. Here...

Wed, December 20, 2023

72 Hours in Fernie this Winter

Follow the Powder Highway to historic Fernie, home to Fernie Alpine Resort – with its five, legendary, powder-filled bowls. Enjoy the jam-packed days at...

Tue, December 19, 2023

72 Hours in the Columbia Valley this Winter

The Columbia Valley (including the communities of Canal Flats, Edgewater, Fairmont Hot Springs, Invermere, Panorama, Radium Hot Springs & Windermere) is one of the...

Thu, December 14, 2023

EV Powered Turns on a Powder Highway Road Trip

Quiet, ultra-efficient, and crazy fun to drive, electric vehicles, or EVs, are becoming a common sight at our ski resorts and Nordic clubs throughout...

Tue, December 12, 2023

Our Kootenay Winter Celebrations: Along the Powder Highway

The Kootenay folks never shy away from the wintry chill. As the rest of the world may retreat indoors, we embrace the cold and...

Tue, November 28, 2023

Powder Fun on the Powder Highway

Get ready to have an amazing time in the stunning mountains, where you’ll experience exhilarating POW that will leave your legs happily exhausted! And...

Tue, November 21, 2023

What's New on the Powder Highway?

As our champagne powder starts to blanket the peaks in the Kootenay Rockies, the mountains begin to lure us with their call. Along the Powder...

Thu, November 16, 2023

5 Things To Do with the White Stuff in the Kootenays

In the Kootenays, we embrace winter with unwavering confidence and endless outdoor adventures. Hibernation is simply not in our vocabulary for residents and visitors...

Mon, August 14, 2023

Wet Your Whistle: Along a Kootenay Road Trip

Immerse yourself in the splendid grandeur of the Kootenays, a place that offers more than just scenic beauty. Elevate your stay with a ‘sip...

Mon, August 14, 2023

Kootenay Coffee Road Trip: Meet the Locals

The sun isn’t up yet, but you are. With all the vistas and adventures you want to see and do while on this Kootenay...

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