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The Esplanade Trail Network

The Esplanade Trail Network

An esplanade is a long stretch of flat trail by a lake or sea where folks go for a leisurely stroll. The Esplanade Trail Network in Penticton, British Columbia is exactly this, a long stretch of untamed beach that runs along the southeastern edge of Okanagan Lake. It...

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Ellis Creek: Canyon View Trail

Ellis Creek: Canyon View Trail

Ellis Creek Canyon is located on the east side of Penticton, BC. The creek is named after Thomas Ellis who was the first European immigrant to arrive in the Penticton area in 1865. There are several trails along the canyon ridge and another trail along the canyon...

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Hiking Munson Mountain

Hiking Munson Mountain

Munson Mountain is an extinct volcano located on the north-east end of Penticton, BC. It is well know for its giant PENTICTON sign, clearly visible from across Okanagan lake, and for the great panoramic views it offers of the South Okanagan valley. The access road to...

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Meadowlark Nature Festival: Nature Photography Workshop

Meadowlark Nature Festival: Nature Photography Workshop

The Meadowlark Nature Festival is a five day event (May 19th to 23rd) that showcases the amazing diversity in the Okanagan and Similkameen Valleys. The festival offers a variety of tours and workshops so that people of all ages can learn more about conversation...

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Okanagan Nation Sockeye Salmon Fry Release

Okanagan Nation Sockeye Salmon Fry Release

Our learning community had the opportunity to take part in a ceremonial release of ten thousand Okanagan Sockeye salmon fry into the Okanagan River. The event took place along the banks of the river channel in Penticton, BC and when we arrived early I was surprised by...

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