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5730 Cedar Creek Rd. Winlaw V0G 2J0
5705 Cedar Creek Road Winlaw British Columbia V0G 2J0 CA

KARIBU PARK – is nestled in the picturesque Slocan Valley, in the Selkirk Mountains of the West Kootenays, between Calgary and Vancouver. We are on the pristine Slocan River in the hamlet of Winlaw, centrally located to Valhalla & Kokanee Provincial Parks, and the towns of Nelson, Castlegar and New Denver.

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5614 British Columbia 6, Winlaw, BC V0G 2J0, Canada 0.98 km

Founded in 1973, The Whole School is an independent, elementary school offering an experienced-based curriculum aiming to foster the social, emotional, spiritual, physical, and intellectual growth of every child and a safe, non-competitive environment. Emphasis is placed on artistic expression, environmental stewardship, experiential learning and social justice.

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6705 Perrys Back Road, Winlaw, BC V0G 2J0, Canada 5.39 km

Incorporated in 2009, Collabo helps small and medium sized companies grow their business online. Specializing in internet marketing (SEO, PPC, Social Media) and website design/development, Collabo provides innovative and cost effective solutions for your business. Start attracting more customers to your website and grow your business online with Collabo.co.

Collabo is the Kootenays’ premier internet marketing and website design agency. With over 100 professional projects completed in a timely, cost effective manner, we have the experience and track record you need to complete your next project. Contact us for your free development and/or internet marketing quote.

We work and hire locally, right here in the Kootenays!

https://www.collabo.co

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Vallican, BC, Canada 8.84 km

 

 

Air B &B Experience Packages

Come stay over- night in our tipi or beautiful wall tent healing studio and wake up to a welcoming, fun and warm environment. Guests always speak of the tranquility and peace they feel while staying on our 7- acre Cultural Education and Wellness Facility.

Enjoy a continental breakfast in preparation for a full day of cultural activities, healing and learning, or perhaps you’ll go for our ethnobotanical packages:

 

  • Indigenous Cultural Package

 

 What you’ll do:

meet and work with a Traditional Indigenous Knowledge Keeper

-learn how to build a primitive shelter with natural materials

-learn how to predict the weather using science as well as spiritual techniques

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how to build a fire, using materials from nature

-learn techniques in how to cook a delicious meal over an open fire; creating up to 4 different temperature ranges on your fire!

-learn and practice traditional Indigenous drumming techniques

-listen to Indigenous Ghost stories around the campfire

What you’ll learn:

-perspectives on traditional Indigenous Worldviews and Ancient Ways of Knowing

-the Sacred Interrelated Laws of Mother Earth and how they pertain to Indigenous cultures and our Settler friends

-to be able to describe and identify animals and their habits indigenous to the Kootenay region

Positive and responsible social impact accomplished by staying with us!

*Twenty percent of the proceeds from your stay go toward sustaining our Traditional Cultural Outdoor Education and Wellness Centre

 

  • Ethnobotanical Package

Come and learn about the ancient botanical knowledge and sustainable botanical practices of the Indigenous peoples of Canada.

What you’ll do:

-go on a nature walk and explore the botany of the region and the historical uses employed by Indigenous peoples

-collect food and medicinal plants and learn how to make herbal teas, tinctures, lotions, salves etc.

-experience a body care session with our professional health practitioner using ancient Indigenous Healing Techniques

-ancient herbal cleansing bath and river ceremony-feel good mind, body, spirit and emotions!

-enjoy traditional Indigenous healing songs around the campfire and learn how to drum

What you’ll learn:

-describe the traditional Indigenous Worldview and Ancient Ways of Knowing

-describe the Sacred Interrelated Laws of Mother Earth

-how to listen to plants to obtain specific knowledge about their use, how to prepare them, their medicinal properties etc.

-measure your intuitively acquired plant knowledge with herbal reference books and your teacher

-traditional hand drumming techniques

-ancient cleansing ceremonies

Positive and responsible social impact accomplished by staying with us!

*Twenty percent of the proceeds from your stay go toward sustaining our Traditional Cultural Outdoor Education and Wellness Centre

 

 

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4558 Awesome View Road, Nelson, BC, Canada 16.08 km

We are a community of inspired clear minded individuals creating a relational centered, sustainable lifestyle that we have found naturally catalyzes the evolution of human consciousness. From our earthy off-grid farm setting in the Selkirk Mountains we supply the West Kootenays & Okanagan with organic Microgreens. We grow year round in our annualized geo solar greenhouse that is predominantly heated and powered by the sun.

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5248 Queen Victoria Road, Beasley, BC, Canada 16.32 km

Our retreat offers novel glamping accommodations and self-contained guest suite. Enjoy stunning views of Kootenay River, explore edible gardens and walk mossy, forest trails on this 300 acre property in the mountains.

Conveniently located just close enough to Nelson, that you may order take-out dinner, yet far enough away to gaze at stars.

The retreat also features a beautiful event venue, gift shop and seasonal tours and workshops.

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5248 Queen Victoria Road, Beasley, BC, Canada 16.32 km

Located in the West Kootenays, Bear Spring Eco Retreat offers novel canvas glamping accommodations. Nestled in the mountains with stunning river views, our property includes an event centre perfect for intimate concerts or weddings (opening summer 2022), a refreshing outdoor solar shower and edible food gardens. Our 300 acre property is perfect for urbanites seeking an outdoor experience immersed in nature without foregoing any of the comforts of home. Located just 12 minutes from the artist city of Nelson, we’re close enough to town to order take-out yet, just far enough to gaze at the Milky Way. Our mostly off-grid, eco-friendly retreat offers modern luxuries including queen size beds and linens, solar lighting and a communal outdoor cooking area complete with dishes and utensils. All you need to bring is food. Enjoy nature walks, foraging, hiking, biking, swimming, skiing, snowshoeing and wild life viewing at or near our sustainable retreat.

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4588 Falls Creek Road, Beasley, BC, Canada 16.74 km

I help individuals subdivide their property.  With great relationships at the governing body (Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure), I make the process much less painful than it’s made out to be.  I got started in the business by successfully subdividing 2 somewhat complex parcels off of my acreage, and now I find a lot of gratification in helping others do the same, changing their financial future.

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8835 Martens Road, Slocan, BC, Canada 17.18 km

Reset, renew, rejuvenate. Kootenay EcoRetreats & Adventures offers summer and winter retreats. Our all inclusive retreats include gourmet meals, local transportation and activities and are based out of the off grid, solar powered eco centre ‘White Pines Dojo’ in Slocan, B.C. Canada. Let us take care of you, while you relax and enjoy the pristine beauty of the area. In winter join us on our Powder Highway Adventure featuring trips to three of eight legendary ski resorts on the West Kootenay Side of the Powder Highway.  All you have to do is show up and we will get you to where some of the best powder in the world is waiting.  Plan your summer retreats in Yoga and Health & Nature with combined outdoor activities; paddleboarding, kayaking, waterfall tours and other adventures.

 

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3595 Highway 3A V0G-1A0 17.35 km

Ainsworth Motel offer clean, quiet and comfortable rooms. We have single, double kitchenette units and a family unit with complete kitchen facilities all with a breathtaking view of beautiful Kootenay Lake and its surrounding mountains. We offer complimentary coffee, microwaves, satellite TV, BBQ, lawn area and free WiFi.

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5600 Wapple Road Nelson, BC V1L6Y3 17.6 km

Founded in September of 2010, The Nelson Daily is a daily online news service committed to providing the most in-depth and comprehensive news, sports and arts coverage for the region of Nelson, BC, Canada. With as many as 130,000 views per month as well as followers on Facebook and Twitter, The Nelson Daily is Nelson’s resource for news, sports and arts information from the Greater Nelson area.

100% LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED

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5644 Hwy 3a-6 V1L6Y3 17.72 km
(250)354-1222(250)354-1222

FULL SERVE GAS BAR, CONVENIENCE STORE, LIQUOR AGENCY

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3100 West Kootenay Road, South Slocan, BC, Canada 18.02 km

At FortisBC, we are building energy infrastructure in the province to ensure we meet our customers’ energy demands, today and in the future – safely, reliably and at the lowest reasonable cost. We deliver approximately 21 per cent of the total energy consumed in British Columbia, which is the most energy delivered by any utility in the province. Whether delivering electricity, natural gas or propane, our more than 2,200 employees serve approximately 1.1 million customers in 135 communities.

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1418 hwy 6 Crescent Valley, BC, Canada 18.19 km

The Frog peak cafe opened its doors in the summer of 2005 and has been happily serving the community breakfast and lunch ever since. We strive to support as many local farmers and use fresh ingredients in all of our food.  The frog peak cafe is a busy community hub that also supports a thriving art community with monthly art shows featuring local artists. The 120 year old building is sitting on 1 acer of beautiful gardens with stone patios and a large play area for children. If you are looking for adventure then take our free bikes out for a ride on the rails to trails a beautiful trail meandering along the slocan river that starts right in front of the cafe. We look forward to feeding and serving our community every day.

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4079 Kays Rd, Nelson, BC, Canada 18.25 km

Financial Services Including:

  • Investments (RRSP, TFSA, RRIF, Pensions etc.)
  • Health and Dental Benefits
  • Life Insurance
  • Tax and Estate Planning
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5915 Taghum Hall Road Nelson, BC V1L 6Y4 Canada 18.51 km

The bright & beautiful, newly-renovated Taghum Hall is located along the shores of the Kootenay River, 10 kilometres west of Nelson. It is operated by an independent, community-based society of members and volunteers. The hall offers vibrant & varied community programs of special events and ongoing activities, which are continually updated on the website taghumhall.ca. Come join the fun!

Taghum Hall is affordably available for rent for public or private functions, has a capacity for 174 people, and is wheelchair accessible.  The hall proper includes a proscenium stage with adjustable lighting, and a 30’ x 70’ multi-functional open hall for any banquets and festivities. A fully-equipped kitchen can serve large numbers.  There is ample parking, and space for both indoor and outdoor functions. A stunning wrap-around deck takes full advantage of the Kootenay River & mountain views.

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1290 Highway 6, Crescent Valley BC V0G-2G0 18.71 km
(250)359-7323(250)359-7323
(250)359-7313

Evergreen Natural Foods-Fresh, Organic, Wholesome since 1990. Home of: The Everbean Cafe-offering a refreshing fusion of foods and beverages from around the world. Open store hours 7 days a week.

The store offers Certified Organic, gourmet and wholesome foods from local sources and from around the world, seasonal garden centre and fruit stand.
In our cafe we have organic local roasted coffees, espresso, tea, and many other beverage choices made to order as well as a variety of homemade style foods fresh from our kitchen.

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987 Dogwood Drive South Slocan 19.26 km

Helicopter Adventures, heli-skiing, heli-hiking, snowcat skiing, heli-biking. Stay with us at the Snowwater Creek Lodge in the Bonnington Mountains or spend the evenings in Nelson.

Join us for this all you can ski, powder buffet in the legendary Selkirk Mountain Range of British Columbia. With our snowcat backup – we guarantee you ski or ride everyday no matter what the weather is doing!

Snowcat backup means you ski every day, all day – guaranteed. Unlike other operations now offering snowcat backup – we were a snowcat skiing operation first – so the quality of our backup terrain is superb.

Nestled high in the Selkirks at 5400ft, Snowwater lodge is a remarkable 21-acre mountain oasis offering towering views of the Valhalla Range. Accessed only by helicopter, snowcat or snowmobile, it’s an exclusive retreat for just twelve guests at a time.

Our guest lodges offer six guest suites, all with queen beds, ensuite bathrooms, and infloor heating.

  • Exclusive accommodation at our deluxe timber frame mountain lodge
  • Innovative, delicious cuisine
  • House wine or draft beer (does not include spirits, cocktails or wine from the cellar)
  • Professionally certified guides
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987 Dogwood Drive South Slocan 19.33 km

We offer true adventure skiing with friendly, experienced guides in absolutely some of the most spectacular terrain you’ll ever experience.  Welcome to the best daily snowcat skiing in the business! Choose from single day or multi-day trips. Check out the Kootenay Sampler – an exclusive trip where you experience the ultimate combination of Valhalla, Snowwater, Whitewater and then refresh in the local hot springs!

Catskiing, powder snow, skiing, snowboarding!  The snow days are spent in the famous steep tree glades of the Selkirks. On sunny days we move topside to vast alpine bowls rivaled by few catskiing operations or resorts anywhere.

Valhalla guests typically clock 7 to 13 runs a day, or 13,000 to 18,000 ft of vertical.  Runs vary from 1200 – 3000 ft, taking advantage of the best snow and fun factor available on the mountain each day.  The ride between runs allows you just enough time to share stories of the awesome turns you just had, while snacking on Carolyn’s delectible homemade delights!

We run two snowcats in our 21,500 acres of terrain ( twice the size of Whistler Blackhomb combined!) each carrying 12 guests and 2 guides. Regardless of weather, the snowcats allow us to ride limitless fresh lines all day – everyday.

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2620 Granite Road Nelson, BC V1L 6V2 Canada 19.4 km

Timberland Consultants (2001) is a resource management company that provides forest-related services in the field of planning, technical engineering, GIS, silviculture and inventory.

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2870 Georama Rd. Nelson V1L-6Y7 19.41 km

Georama is the West Kootenays’ largest and most modern Greenhouse, Nursery and Garden Center. Open year round since 1970, Georama is the place to go for all your gardening needs. Georama, Growing for the Kootenays …. with the Kootenays.

Georama Garden Centre is the destination of choice for Kootenay gardeners. Open year round, our unique Garden Centre is nestled on 16 acres of lakeview land providing a spectacular backdrop to our operation. With more than 20 staff members to help with professional advice, and products backed by Georama’s growing season warranty your shopping experience is guaranteed to be a pleasure and your time here a great memory! Let us help you select just the right plant, shrub or tree to make your backyard truly a paradise. With thousands of varieties to chose from we know your landscape project will turn out just right. We also shop the world for you – to bring the most unique garden accents and containers right to the Kootenays. Statuary, fountains, bird baths, ceramic pots and more – all are waiting right here just for you. Landscape contractors and home owners can find everything for that special project – the list is large! from bulk topsoil, bark mulch, dolomite, lava rock, soil conditioners, edging, weed barrier and pond liner to caliper grade and specimen size trees and evergreens, Rhododendrons, Azaleas, Japanese Maples, Dogwoods – the list is almost endless. We have more than 30,000 sq. ft of greenhouses loaded with bedding plants, perennials, hanging baskets,tropical plants, seasonal plants. Our water gardening section including plants, pumps, filters and more is a must see, complete with a demonstration pond and waterfall where you can sit and relax with a nice cup of tea. We invite you to come out soon and visit us – we would love to see you!

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