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Kelowna and the Central Okanagan have a well deserved reputation of an all-seasons playground. There are 29 sports fields, 30 tennis courts, 18 golf courses, 5 ski resorts and over 200 lakes in the valley. Summer activities include cricket, baseball, horseback riding, sailing, football, ultimate frisbee, golf, soccer, field hockey, volleyball, roller-blading, kite surfing, scuba diving, and wakeboarding. Winter activities include heli-skiing, ice-fishing, curling, snow-shoeing, ice-skating and the Canadian favourite HOCKEY!
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GOLF
Since the 1920's, a golf tradition in the
Okanagan has led to the construction of stunning courses that cater to both the
professional and recreational golfer. There are over 18 courses within 20 minutes of downtown Kelowna.
The golf season typically begins in March and ends in November.
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HIKING, BIKING and CAMPING
There is no better way to appreciate the
beauty of the Okanagan than on foot or two wheels. Hiking and biking trails in
the area are plentiful and diverse -- a trail for all levels of fitness.
Most camping sites cater to those in a tent as well as those with a motor home
or recreational vehicle. Camping sites for July and August should be booked
well in advance.
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WATER ACTIVITIES
In addition to 110 kilometres (68 miles) of
Okanagan Lake, the area has over 200 freshwater lakes. Water sports in the area
include sailing, canoeing, kayaking, water skiing, kite boarding, tubing, swimming and
fishing. There are three yacht clubs (Kelowna, District of West Kelowna and District
of Peachland) and five marinas (Kelowna -2 , District of Lake Country, Lake Okanagan Resort,
Peachland) as well as numerous beaches. There is no shortage of fishing in the area but a fishing
license is required
by all persons age 16 and over. Lake Country in particular is terrific for ice fishing. Visit www.BCFishing.com for more information.
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RACQUET CLUBS (racquet ball, squash and tennis)
In
Kelowna there is the Global
Fitness Centre for Racquetball, Squash and Tennis, OK Mission Tennis and the Kelowna
Badminton Club.
In the District of Lake Country, Aspen Grove Golf & Fitness
Club. In the District of West Kelowna there is Lakeview Heights Tennis Association.
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BIRD WATCHING
Chinchester Bird Sanctuary
From Rutland Road turn west onto Fitzpatrick Road; continue along Fitzpatrick about 500 meters, then turn south onto Chinchester Court. Proceed to the end of the road and park; a series of trails guide you through the ponds.
Carney Pond
To reach Carney Pond turn north of Adams Road from Sexsmith Road. Travel north along Adams Road for 1 km; park by the large brown and white building and walk across the road, through the field, over the railroad track to the pond.
Maude – Roxby Bird Sanctuary
The walkway through this bird sanctuary is accessible at the end of Francis Ave. To access the sanctuary from downtown Kelowna take Abbott Street south to Francis Ave; turn left onto Francis and park at the end of the road. Sorry, no dogs.
Munson’s Pond
This is a relatively small pond that is sometimes covered with waterbirds. Take Benvoulin to Munson’s Road traveling west until you reach the pond. Much of the area surrounding the pond is private property so please respect this area.
Robert Lake
At the north end of Curtis Road, just off Valley Road, Robert Lake is one of the best shorebirding areas in the interior of BC.
For more information contact the Central Okanagan Naturalists Club at 250-861-3694
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