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June to September there's adventure every day of the week in the Monashee! Enjoy our self-guided tours, events and attractions enroute to our backcountry trails, beaches, great fishing and camping.
For more information visit the Lumby Visitor Information Centre on Highway 6 or phone 250-547-2300.
ART TREK - Join us for Art Trek, open studio tours Mondays to Wednesdays from 10am 4pm, June to September. Participating Galleries and Studios include Cherryville Artisans' Shop, Gallery & Marketplace where demonstrations on Monday include Potter, Greg Baker and artist, Debbee Baker utilizing the delightful setting in the grounds outdoors for a day of sculpting in clay.
Coyote Creek Art Village and Rendezvous Camp is the studio of sculptor and painter Don Elzer, visitors can view his Studio Gallery, see paintings and sculpture in progress and take a self-guided walking tour of the 20 acre Sculpture Trail in the forest and Nature Walk.
The Landslide Studio Gallery is located in a pristine location on River Road. The studio of Larry MacGregor on the north side of the Shuswap River will give visitors a view of a working studio and a variety of art in progress that includes pottery and clay murals. There are demonstrations in throwing, pit-firing, and sculpting using stoneware and local clays.
Primitive Spirit & Form Workshop - Coyote Creek Art Village and Rendezvous Camp
Learn how to make clay sculpture, and have something special for your home by the end of the day. This drop-in workshop happens every Monday. Choose a full day or half-day workshop and work with an artist to learn the basics of building forms in clay. A great daytrip from the campground. Bring good footwear. Call 250-54-9812 Half day: 1pm-4pm Cost: Adult $20/Youth (under 18)$12/Children (under 12)$8 Full day: 10am-4pm Cost (Includes Lunch): Adult $35/Youth (under 18)$20/Children (under 12)$15
Along the Historic Monashee Trail
Take a self-guided walking tour of the Lumby Hertitage murals and explore a bit of local history at the Lumby Museum which is open from 10am to 3pm Monday to Friday. The Goldpanner Campground in Cherryville has an antique forestry, farm and logging equipment display and provides tours to the old placer sites on Cherry Creek. For more information contact the Lumby & District Chamber of Commerce at 250-547-2300.
Wilderness Golf in the Monashee
Forest, vistas and riverside lowlands can give golfers a chance to explore nature within some of our pristine golf courses in the Monashee. Visit River Ridge Golf Course between Lumby and Cherryville on Highway 6; Lumby Golf Course just east of Lumby on Highway 6; Coldstream Golf Course on west of Lumby on Highway 6. For more information contact the Lumby & District Chamber of Commerce at 250-547-2300.
ART TREK - 10am - 4pm - This self-guided studio and gallery tour includes the Cherryville Artisans' Shop Gallery & Marketplace (Highway 6), Coyote Creek Art Village and Rendezvous Camp (Highway 6) and Landslide Studios (River Road). On Tuesdays, at the Cherryville Artisans' Shop, Gallery & Marketplace, Glassmaker, sculptor and basketweaver, Helen Kovacs, prepares glass for fusing and/or works on willow baskets.
Primitive Skills Demonstration & Workshop
At Coyote Creek Art Village & Rendezvous Camp, every Tuesday, make art you wear and explore primitive skills like clay jewelry making, pinch pots. Experience the primitive firing of clay. This drop-in workshop includes an interpretive hike and storytelling, plus many other surprises. Call 547-9812
Gold Quest & Legends at Coyote Creek Art Village & Rendezvous Camp
Every Tuesday, learn from a real gold prospector how to pan for gold, where to look to find pay dirt. This is a Gold panning Seminar where you actually find gold! This workshop also includes storytelling in a Tipi, learn about the Sasquatch, ancient legends and mysteries. A great learning experience for the kids, great fun for the whole family. Call 250-547-9812
Full day: 10am-4pm Goldpanning Workshop and Legends - Cost (Includes Lunch): $45
"Which Way to the Beach - Tuesdays" - Blue Ox Pub & Bistro
Ladies and family specials from noon to 3pm. Map out your Art Trek, cycle and hike or day at the beach. Step out of the heat at the end of the day for Pasta Night with our Outback Oasis Strawberry Shortcake.
Every Tuesday,Thursday, Saturday and Sunday at noon, this tour departs from the Spruce Grove Café and includes a Monashee Mountain Goldminers guided walking tour and demonstration performance along the historic Kettle River with dinner included. Subject to run-off conditions this self-guided tour happens from June 11th to September 5th. Participants meet the guide at the Spruce Grove Café near the Monashee Summit on Highway 6 at 12noon. You will proceed following the tour guide on a 5-minute drive to Kettle River. This is a 6-hour rustic adventure experience, participants are asked to pack a lunch. You will arrive back at the Spruce Grove Café by 7pm where a home-cooked dinner is included. Cost: $55.00. Contact Adventure Okanagan at 250-549-3742.
Along the Historic Monashee Trail
Take a self-guided walking tour of the Lumby Hertitage murals and explore a bit of local history at the Lumby Museum which is open from 10am to 3pm Monday to Friday. The Goldpanner Campground in Cherryville has an antique forestry, farm and logging equipment display and provides tours to the old placer sites on Cherry Creek. For more information contact the Lumby & District Chamber of Commerce at 250-547-2300.
Wilderness Golf in the Monashee
Forest, vistas and riverside lowlands can give golfers a chance to explore nature within some of our pristine golf courses in the Monashee. Visit River Ridge Golf Course between Lumby and Cherryville on Highway 6; Lumby Golf Course just east of Lumby on Highway 6; Coldstream Golf Course on west of Lumby on Highway 6. For more information contact the Lumby & District Chamber of Commerce at 250-547-2300.
ART TREK - 10am - 4pm - This self-guided studio and gallery tour includes the Cherryville Artisans Shop, Gallery & Marketplace (Highway 6), Coyote Creek Art Village and Rendezvous Camp (Highway 6) and Landslide Studios (River Road). On Wednesdays at the Cherryville Artisans' Shop, Gallery & Marketplace either Helen Kovacs, or weaver & designer, Shiel Mooney weaves on site utilizing her smallest loom. Shiel is also a tailor and designer, specialising in handwoven garments.
Rain Forest to Pine Forest Nature Walk at Cozy Cabins
Every Wednesday, Cozy Cabins on Creighton Valley Road offers a guided walk in the forest through a variety of eco-sytems from wetlands to one of two spectacular view points in the area. The hike is 2 to 3 hours long and a medium challenge. It leaves 10am every Wednesday from June to October. Call 547-6201 for bookings or information. Cost: $10/adult; $5/teenager; Kids 12 and under - free.
Monashee Backcountry Wednesdays at Kokanee Lodge & Resort at Sugar Lake
Explore the edge of the Monashee wilderness frontier, then relax on the lakefront patio of the Kokanee Lodge & Resort at Sugar Lake. Try the Kokanee Platter a collection of 5-6 appetizers or the Beer and Wings Special. It's the Monashee Backcountry with all the comforts of home.
Plein Air Painting Workshop at Coyote Creek Art Village & Rendezvous Camp
Every Wednesday, explore landscape painting or sketching outdoors. This expressionistic workshop is great fun and a learning experience that helps you think outside of the box. For both the experienced and beginner, this is a great daytrip into nature, you will explore landscape art with an artist at some great viewpoints with a good chance of wildlife viewing. This workshop is also part of the Monashee Plein Air Festival. Ph. 250-547-9812
"Big Draft Night - Wednesdays" - Blue Ox Pub & Bistro
Catch the big wind during our paragliders and hangliders night at the Blue Ox. Our monster servings of mile high appies with draft on tap specials. Bring your best "lost in space" photo for our famous Outback Bulletin Board and enter your name for a free paragliding adventure.
Along the Historic Monashee Trail
Take a self-guided walking tour of the Lumby Hertitage murals and explore a bit of local history at the Lumby Museum which is open from 10am to 3pm Monday to Friday. The Goldpanner Campground in Cherryville has an antique forestry, farm and logging equipment display and provides tours to the old placer sites on Cherry Creek. For more information contact the Lumby & District Chamber of Commerce at 250-547-2300.
Wilderness Golf in the Monashee
Forest, vistas and riverside lowlands can give golfers a chance to explore nature within some of our pristine golf courses in the Monashee. Visit River Ridge Golf Course between Lumby and Cherryville on Highway 6; Lumby Golf Course just east of Lumby on Highway 6; Coldstream Golf Course on west of Lumby on Highway 6. For more information contact the Lumby & District Chamber of Commerce at 250-547-2300.
Every Tuesday,Thursday, Saturday and Sunday at noon, this tour departs from the Spruce Grove Café and includes a Monashee Mountain Goldminers guided walking tour and demonstration performance along the historic Kettle River with dinner included. This is a 6-hour rustic adventure experience, participants are asked to pack a lunch. You will arrive back at the Spruce Grove Café by 7pm where dinner will be served. Cost: $55.00. Contact Adventure Okanagan at 250-549-3742.
"I am Canadian, Adventure Night Thursdays" Blue Ox Pub & Bistro
Get your wilderness orientation with a Frozen White Russian with our two for one appies and our Canadian Special with Fahitas. Write up your best "on the road, no where story" and we'll post it on our famous Outback Bulletin Board and enter your name into our monthly prize draw. Ask about our Big White Moose Backpackers Challenge.
Along the Historic Monashee Trail
Take a self-guided walking tour of the Lumby Hertitage murals and explore a bit of local history at the Lumby Museum, which is open from 10am to 3pm Monday to Friday. The Goldpanner Campground in Cherryville has an antique forestry; farm and logging equipment display and provides tours to the old placer sites on Cherry Creek. For more information contact the Lumby & District Chamber of Commerce at 250-547-2300.
Wilderness Golf in the Monashee
Forest, vistas and riverside lowlands can give golfers a chance to explore nature within some of our pristine golf courses in the Monashee. Visit River Ridge Golf Course between Lumby and Cherryville on Highway 6; Lumby Golf Course just east of Lumby on Highway 6; Coldstream Golf Course on west of Lumby on Highway 6. For more information contact the Lumby & District Chamber of Commerce at 250-547-2300.
Rendezvous Camp Cookout at Coyote Creek
Every Friday, all summer long, we have an outdoor cookout. Enjoy our feast of Canadian outdoor cooking, using an open fire or clay oven, explore unique culinary delights. Enjoy entertainment that might include storytelling and folk music. Observe studio demonstrations, enjoy a gallery and studio tour, and take a walk on our Sculpture Trail. Learn about the backcountry trails and special sites in the Monashee. 4pm - 9pm
Along the Historic Monashee Trail
Take a self-guided walking tour of the Lumby Hertitage murals and explore a bit of local history at the Lumby Museum which is open from 10am to 3pm Monday to Friday. The Goldpanner Campground in Cherryville has an antique forestry, farm and logging equipment display and provides tours to the old placer sites on Cherry Creek. For more information contact the Lumby & District Chamber of Commerce at 250-547-2300.
Wilderness Golf in the Monashee
Forest, vistas and riverside lowlands can give golfers a chance to explore nature within some of our pristine golf courses in the Monashee. Visit River Ridge Golf Course between Lumby and Cherryville on Highway 6; Lumby Golf Course just east of Lumby on Highway 6; Coldstream Golf Course on west of Lumby on Highway 6. For more information contact the Lumby & District Chamber of Commerce at 250-547-2300.
"Sunday with the Big Blue Canoe" - Blue Ox Pub & Bistro
Return to civilization with a Sasquatch sized Chefs Surprise, with two for one appies and our Blue Special or a Mudslide. Write up your best "lost in the wilderness without a beer story" and we'll post it on our famous Outback Bulletin Board and enter your name into our monthly prize draw. "Get famous eh!"
Every Tuesday,Thursday, Saturday and Sunday at noon, this tour departs from the Spruce Grove Café and includes a Monashee Mountain Goldminers guided walking tour and demonstration performance along the historic Kettle River with dinner included. This is a 6-hour rustic adventure experience, participants are asked to pack a lunch. You will arrive back at the Spruce Grove Café by 7pm where dinner will be served. Cost: $55.00. Contact Adventure Okanagan at 250-549-3742.
Along the Historic Monashee Trail
Take a self-guided walking tour of the Lumby Hertitage Murals. The Goldpanner Campground in Cherryville has an antique forestry, farm and logging equipment display and provides tours to the old placer sites on Cherry Creek. For more information contact the Lumby & District Chamber of Commerce at 250-547-2300.
Wilderness Golf in the Monashee
Forest, vistas and riverside lowlands can give golfers a chance to explore nature within some of our pristine golf courses in the Monashee. Visit River Ridge Golf Course between Lumby and Cherryville on Highway 6; Lumby Golf Course just east of Lumby on Highway 6; Coldstream Golf Course on west of Lumby on Highway 6. For more information contact the Lumby & District Chamber of Commerce at 250-547-2300.
Lumby Public Market
Visit the largest open-air market in the Monashee, where local artists and farmers sell their wares. Located in the Lumby Hotel Parking lot every Saturday from 10am 2pm.
Every Tuesday,Thursday, Saturday and Sunday at noon, this tour departs from the Spruce Grove Café and includes a Monashee Mountain Goldminers guided walking tour and demonstration performance along the historic Kettle River with dinner included. This is a 6-hour rustic adventure experience, participants are asked to pack a lunch. You will arrive back at the Spruce Grove Café by 7pm where dinner will be served. Cost: $55.00. Contact Adventure Okanagan at 250-549-3742.
"Fishermen and Big Horns All Day Saturday" - Lumby Hotel - Sportsman's Bar
Kokanee and appie specials. Bring in a fly,lure our photo of the "big catch" for posting on our "Extreme Fishing Wall" and enter our big draw worth more than big fish stories.
Along the Historic Monashee Route
Take a self-guided walking tour of the Lumby Hertitage Murals and explore a bit of local history. The Goldpanner Campground in Cherryville has an antique forestry; farm and logging equipment display and provides tours to the old placer sites on Cherry Creek. For more information contact the Lumby & District Chamber of Commerce at 250-547-2300.
Wilderness Golf in the Monashee
Forest, vistas and riverside lowlands can give golfers a chance to explore nature within some of our pristine golf courses in the Monashee. Visit River Ridge Golf Course between Lumby and Cherryville on Highway 6; Lumby Golf Course just east of Lumby on Highway 6; Coldstream Golf Course on west of Lumby on Highway 6. For more information contact the Lumby & District Chamber of Commerce at 250-547-2300.
