I went back to Baldy Mountain Resort for the second time this winter, and while I explored more downhill terrain, toured upcoming real estate, and sipped hot apple cider in the lodge, I probably had the most fun on the Frisbee golf course — while on snowshoes!
I wrote about my experience for SnowSeekers:
Zipping around in a cart, looking at prime real estate lots for sale, followed by 18 holes and a delicious lunch. No, I wasn’t at a South Okanagan golf resort, I was bundled up for the powder and sunshine at Baldy Mountain Resort checking out their latest offerings.
After a glorious morning on the slopes, which I had to myself along with my guide Kevin Rand, I got a tour of some of Baldy’s up-and-coming attractions, including its complete Frisbee golf course that can be accessed on snowshoes.
Kevin has been living here year-round for nearly two decades and he still gets excited about Baldy.
“Eighteen years later I still go, ‘wow!’” Kevin told me when we took our last chairlift ride of the afternoon. He’s a senior ski patroller at Baldy and a paramedic down in the town of Oliver. I was in good hands that day.
Kevin and his wife have lived at Baldy for the past three years. He’s originally from Ontario and had skied most of B. C., but this is where he decided to buy his home. I asked what made him settle here, and he simply replied: “It’s Baldy! “All you have to do is just look around and you’ll fall in love with the place. It’s awesome.” Continue Reading »…
The Frisbee golf course is a full 18 holes, nestled in a forested area between two downhill outlets. You can rent snowshoes on site and take advantage of the beautiful scenery, then warm up around the fire or in the lodge with friends and family. It’s a great alternative if you don’t have a full group of downhill enthusiasts, or it’s just a great way to end the day as the setting Okanagan sun peeks through the trees.
When we returned to the lodge, Angie and I strapped on snowshoes and checked out the Frisbee golf course nestled in a wooded area beside the Fairweather run, off the Sugar Lump chair.
Angie can often be found leading a group of Baldy Babes on Mondays between December and April. The group meets once a week, starting the day with coffee and treats in the lodge, then they explore the mountain, and return to the lodge for lunch, dessert, and a glass of wine. Continue Reading »…
Baldy is just 60 minutes from wine country so it’s definitely worth checking out some of the Ski Baldy, Stay Osoyoos offerings in the South Okanagan this winter.
It’s never too early to think about how you can send a thoughtful, sweet, and funny message to a special someone in your life. A Loving Spoonful CandyGrams are now available to purchase for Valentine’s Day, with proceeds going directly to assisting those with HIV/AIDS in Vancouver.
A Loving Spoonful CandyGrams
This year our CandyGrams will include a special-edition Valentine’s Day card, a message of your choice, two Purdy’s chocolates, a McDonald’s coupon, and two gummy hearts.
Pick one of 150 creative and fun Valentine’s messages and send this treat to someone you like or love for just $10!
While A Loving Spoonful is based in Vancouver, you can send your CandyGrams anywhere in Canada. For on-time delivery (via Canada Post) by or before Valentine’s Day, orders must be placed on or before February 1st for Eastern Canada, on or before February 2nd for Western Canada, and on or before February 6th for Metro Vancouver.
A Loving Spoonful is a volunteer-driven, non-partisan society that provides free, nutritious meals to people living with HIV/AIDS in Greater Vancouver. Each year, A Loving Spoonful’s volunteers deliver over 100,000 meals to those in need, and with very little government funding, they rely on the generosity of the community.
Follow A Loving Spoonful on Facebook and Twitter (tag: #candygram) for more information.
The 44th Chinese New Year Parade takes place on Sunday, January 29th. This signature event of Vancouver’s Chinatown will feature lion dances, cultural dance troupes, marching bands, martial arts performances and much more.
Vancouver Chinese New Year Parade
When: Sunday, January 29th, 2017 11:00am
Admission: Open to public, free admission
Where: The 1.3-km long route starts at the Millennium Gate on Pender St (between Shanghai Alley and Taylor St), proceeds east along Pender St, turns south onto Gore St, turns west onto Keefer St and then disperses on Keefer at Abbott.
The Chinese New Year Parade celebrates the new year of the Chinese lunar calendar and is a festive event for everyone to enjoy. It will bring together over 70 groups, with 3,000 participants from various community and cultural organizations from around the Lower Mainland, and is anticipated to draw over 100,000 spectators! It’s one of the top 3 largest non-commercial annual parades in Vancouver.
Join everyone from the Vancouver Police Department Motorcycle Drill Team, to local marching bands, and the largest assembly of traditional lion dance teams in Canada with dozens of colourful and energetic lions from various local fraternal and martial arts organizations.
There will be live broadcast from Media Sponsors Shaw TV Vancouver (Channel 4) starting at 10:30am (LIVE), and will then be replayed at various times throughout the following week.
After the parade, as a Chinese New Year tradition to promote good fortune for the year, some lions will be visiting the shops and businesses in Chinatown. The lions will perform a celebratory dance at each participating shop to bring good luck and prosperity. Come see and hear the lion dances up close. This will start right after the parade from approximately 2:00pm to 4:00pm.
The Cultural Fair will be held throughout the weekend, on January 28th and 29th, at the Sun Yat-Sen Plaza (50 East Pender St). The fair will have multicultural performances, a special lion dance grand finale, martial arts demonstration and more. Performances will be between 1:00pm and 4:00pm on Saturday, and 2:00pm and 4:00pm on Sunday.
The Year of the Rooster in the Chinese Lunar calendar officially begins on Saturday, January 28th, 2017. Find out more about these festivities from the Chinese Benevolent Association of Vancouver.
Do you know someone who has faced seemingly insurmountable odds yet come through with courage, strength and a drive to help? Maybe this is you? Nominations are now open for the Coast Mental Health Courage to Come Back Awards presented by Silver Wheaton, a program that celebrates extraordinary people who have overcome significant challenges in their lives, and emerged with a passion to give back.
Nominate Today
There are six different categories; each recognizes people who have overcome social adversity, medical, physical, mental health and addiction issues. There is also a youth category. From now until February 8th you can nominate someone (including yourself) by completing this nomination form.
Yes, it does take time to make a nomination. However, these are stories we all want and need to hear! Celebrating the remarkable individuals in our lives not only honours their achievements but reminds us that we can survive whatever challenges we’re facing.
In the words of last year’s Courage Recipient Meredith Graham – “People can and do change in remarkable ways. There is extraordinary potential in genuine kindness. Every act of kindness, no matter how small, has the power to heal.”
The Coast Mental Health Courage To Come Back Awards are presented annually to celebrate British Columbians who have overcome illness or adversity and have ‘come back to give back’ to their communities, and to inspire others to do the same. For over 40 years, Coast Mental Health has been providing innovative programs that address the three essential pillars of sustained recovery for those facing mental health challenges: Housing, Employment and Support Services. They walk with people to support long term recovery and success.
Courage to Come Back Awards 2017
When: Tuesday, May 16, 2017
Where: Vancouver Convention Centre
Tickets: Available online now
Last year a sold out event saw 1,500 people come together to celebrate six remarkable British Columbians who overcame adversity against incredible odds.
Win Tickets to the Awards Dinner
I have two tickets to give away to the Courage to Come Back Awards dinner and fundraiser on May 16th (value $600). Please help me spread the word about the call for nominations, and enter to win tickets! Here’s how:
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I will draw one winner at random from all entries at 9:00am on Friday, January 27, 2017. Follow the awards on Instagram and Facebook for updates.
Update The winner is Rae!
Hosted by Brian Cook, Shake, Shake, Shake is back by popular demand on January 27th! This evening of entertainment features amazing local musical talent, including Emily Chambers, I M U R, Jesse Roper and Dutch Robinson benefitting Parkinson Society BC.
Shake, Shake, Shake
Where: The Imperial (319 Main St, Vancouver)
When: Friday, January 27, 2017 at 7:30pm
Tickets: Available online now for $25 GA, $125 VIP online until January 26th. Tickets will then be $30 at the door. This is a 19+ event.
One of this year’s performers, Emily Chambers, told me that last year they had 6 local bands perform and raised over $16,000 for Parkinson Society British Columbia. This year they have 4 bands, including her, Dutch Robinson, I M U R and Jesse Roper performing, and they hope to raise $25,000.
Secure your tickets now for this incredible showcase for a cause. Follow Emily Chambers on Twitter for more information.
