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While everyone enjoys the wine and the view when they come to visit, the most asked question would have to be about our name...On a cool spring morning in 1929, a small crew from Okanagan Falls set off to a deserted mining camp some 16 miles away from home. Their mission: to dismantle an old wooden church and bring it back to Okanagan Falls.The plan called for a controlled blast of four dynamite sticks inside the church in order to "loosen the nails". Odd as it may seem, the explosion spared the wood from damage during dismantling.Save for losing the steeple, the plan succeeded. Now the 103 year old wooden church stands proudly in its second home of Okanagan Falls and is still an operating United Church. In keeping with its rather remarkable history, the church has since withstood the threat of two major floods, including the disastrous burst of the Okanagan Falls Dam in the early 1950's.In naming our VQA wines "Blasted Church" we celebrate the ingenuity of the initiative to move the church and honor those pioneers for their vision.

Located on the western shore of Okanagan Lake, this site was part of the Hudsons Bay Company trade route.

Gulf Islands National Park Reserve is closed for the season until May 15, 2021. Most green spaces and trails are still available for your enjoyment; however, the majority of visitor services are no longer available. Be prepared and use additional caution as search and rescue services are limited. Enjoy your Gulf Islands National Park Reserve responsibly! Experience the park, an archipelago of sheltered islands, islets and reefs in the Salish Sea. Breathe in the sea air and the Mediterranean-like climate while exploring stunning beaches, peaceful coves and lush forest trails. Take in the spectacular ocean views with glimpses of seals, sea lions, porpoises and Orca whales. Connect with fascinating local culture and people, or enjoy boating, kayaking, hiking and an extensive interpretive program, including a multi-route geocaching program for all ages.

Experience life within the forts walls as you fall asleep to the ocean and natures soothing sounds; and be taken back over 50 years ago when soldiers families inhabited Fort Rodd Hill during their summer camp-out. The oTENTik tents, exclusive to Parks Canada, offer a unique blend of homey comfort and a taste of outdoor adventure. They provide a unique opportunity for visitors to enjoy camping with the comfort of a bed, inside the fort, already set up and ready to go. Take advantage of the exclusive right to stay overnight in Canadas best preserved west coast artillery fort!

Expertly Guided, Thoughtfully Timed Hiking Tours Slow Down Tours provides quality guiding services in the surrounding area of Vancouver, Canada. Designed for private groups, our hikes and walks offer an insightful perspective on BC's nature. We'll show you the beauty of the outdoors and give you the know-how to explore with confidence.

A modern Scandinavian-style sauna house in the heart of downtown Victoria! RITUAL Nordic Spa features traditional cedar and basswood saunas, infrared saunas, eucalyptus steam room, cold plunge pool, bucket showers, salt lounge, massage, and three beautiful patios in a modern setting. Come enjoy a sauna circuit at your own pace, with friends or solo or book a private sauna suite. Add a massage (RMT available) and rejuvenate afterwards with post sauna snacks in our café. Ritual is a clean, friendly, unfussy, co-ed, accessible day spa for people who love sauna, 18+ years of age.

As Castlegar is nestled in the heart of the West Kootenays, so is the Sandman Hotel nestled in the heart of Castlegar. Minutes from shopping, business, and entertainment, Sandman Hotel Castlegar features modern amenities such as high-speed Internet access, a business centre, indoor pool and whirlpool, and meeting rooms, making this Sandman the perfect choice for your next stay.