Please be advised; we are not offering our extended (weekend and week long) tours for 2008. We will still offer any of our day tours if you are in the Christina lake area. Phone us for details and reservations.

Autumn Harvest
Friday to Friday

6 nights, 7 days

Now is the time to relax and enjoy some of BC's finest outdoor recreation and relaxation. Our popular small group tours reflect our passion for experiencing the beautiful Kootenay Mountain countryside that surrounds us here in Christina Lake. The kids are back in school and the tourists are gone, but there's still plenty of sunshine, mountain air, and crystal clear warm water this time of year. Come celebrate the harvest time of year with us and experience what this part of the province has to offer. During the week with us we will, hike, bike, kayak, visit local artisan food producers and a kootenay winery. We'll bike along the world famous Trans Canada Trail. We'll paddle close to the shoreline to see abandoned mining caves and ancient petroglyphs.

Adventure by Day/Comfort by Night

Our accommodations feature modern rooms and cottages with King and Queen beds, within a short walk to the beach. Dining is at several of our excellent restaurants, and the food is superb. Returning to your bed each night eliminates daily packing and unpacking and offers more time for adventure or relaxation. You are based at Canada's warmest tree-lined lake, a haven for swimming and water sports.

Small is Beautiful

There's lots of room for individual attention in our small groups. If you have special needs or requests, let us know. Our trips are designed for beginners and intermediate level participants. We can gear it up or down to give you the most enjoyment.

Day One (Fri): Arrive at Christina Lake (evening)

Plan to arrive at Christina Lake for our evening orientation time after dinner. We will meet at our retail outlet and tour centre, located on Highway 3. Enjoy complimentary beverages while we go over the weekend and begin the adventure.


Day Two (Sat):
Hike & Bike Kettle Valley Railway (Trans-Canada Trail) and Cascade Falls

This trip starts with a scenic gentle downhill ride along the Kettle River on the former Kettle Valley Railway also known as the Trans Canada Trail. The group will cross the river on one of the recently decked trestles for a spectacular view of the river. We'll pass through a section of the Christina Lake Golf Club and bike further south to reconnect with the Trans Canada Trail. Leaving our bikes we will hike down to Cascade Falls, one of the most spectacular natural water features in the Kootenays. A short trail walk will take us to Rainbow Rock for the best view of the Falls. Here you'll definately want to bring your camera!

Day Three (Sun):
Paddling on Christina Lake
  

We shuttle you in our comfortable air-conditioned van to a nearby sandy beach where we can get into the water gently. Here we'll do an easy introduction to kayaking tips and techniques before we even get into the boats. Once everyone is comfortable with the basics we'll paddle along the western shoreline of Christina Lake.

Day Four (Mon):
Golf Anyone or Hike the Historical Dewdney Trail

Today you can choose between playing a round of golf on our local Championship 18 hole course or perhaps a shorter game on the Par 3 course. If you would rather get out into the mountains, we can guide you along the beautiful Dewdney Trail. It is the original east/west trail through British Columbia and has some magnificent stops along the way. Your guide will point out native plants and talk about habitat along this historic route.

Day Five (Tues):
Fine Food & Wine Tour and Tasting
  

There are many artisan food producers in the area. We love supporting local sustainable agriculture and small business. Samples of some of our favorites will be introduced throughout your stay and we'll take you to one of the food production sites so you can learn more about this important part of the local economy. We'll also tour an award winning Kootenay winery. Let us be the designated drivers while you enjoy the rewards of the harvests.

Day Six (Wed):
Eholt to Grand Forks Station Pub - Rock Candy Mine Tour
  

After breakfast, we shuttle you to the old town site of Eholt in the cool of the morning and begin our slow descent toward Grand Forks, B.C. with its unique Russian heritage. Along the route your guide will unwrap the rich mining and railway history of this area. We'll stop for lunch at the Station Pub, a restored CPR Train Station featuring excellent cuisine. In the afternoon we will go to a flourite mine and have the opportunity to dig and take home some crystal formations.

Day Seven (Thurs):
Head for Home

We say Good-bye after breakfast and if you have your own bike, help you pack it up for travel. We get ready to escort you to the airport if you need a shuttle.