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Summer may be coming to an end, but

the time for exploring Hope, Cascades &

Canyons is nowhere near over. We are

a destination for any season, so – if you

are worried about rain – grab your coat

and come for an adventure.

There truly is never a bad time to visit

Manning Park and Sunshine Valley. The

alpine on Mount Frosty comes alive in

the fall as the larches change colour.

It’s as though the trees store sunlight all

summer and, as winter creeps upon us,

lets it out in a dazzling array of yellows

and oranges.

September days along Highway 3 are

some of the most glorious days. The sun

shines hot during the day and you are

more likely to have the lakes and trails all

to yourself. On second thought, maybe

we would like to keep the glory of Sep-

tember to ourselves.

Manning Park and Sunshine Valley

have activities for any skill level to enjoy.

Whether you enjoy reading on the beach,

trail running, an easy walk along the lake,

or a multi-day excursion, we can find an

activity for you.

Don’t miss out just because the kids are

back in school. Join us for the weekend

and discover why we’re awesome.

Make the Hope Visitor Centre – 919

Water Avenue – your first stop and let us

help you connect with all the activities in

the region. You can also call or email us

at 604.869.2021 or vc@hopebc.ca.

EmbracE thE JournEy

1. Hike First BrotHerFirst Brother offers stunning views, a backcountry

tarn (lake), and a full day of traipsing through alpine

meadows. The majority of the elevation is gained on

the drive up to the subalpine, so while it is a long day,

it is not overly steep.

Alternative: Take in the views and photo opportunities

at Cascade Lookout and walk Dry Ridge Trail or

Paintbrush Nature Trail.

2. Paddle strike lakeThe Lightning Lakes Chain is a great place to learn to

paddle or experience your first overnighter. Put in at

the Lightning Lake Day Use Area and paddle across

Lightning Lake to a short portage to Flash Lake. After

Flash, another short portage will take you to Strike

Lake and the backcountry camp. The total portage is

only 2.5km round trip.

Alternative: Paddle to the middle of Lightning Lake,

drop your line, and wait for the fish to bite.

Canoe rentals are available until Thanksgiving.

3. CyCle HoPe-ManningHope to Manning Park is an epic cycle, but one which

any rider will tell you is rewarding. The shoulder

from the Slide to Sumallo Grove has been paved, so

the scenery and the pavement are perfect – a rare

combination.

Alternative: Cycle on fresh pavement from Sunshine

Valley to Sumallo Grove.

Explore the possibilities at: manningpark.com

All roads lead to Hope; as a major highway junction, Hope is perfectly positioned as your base camp for adventures in the Hope, Cascades & Canyons region.

With free parking, it is easy to forget about your car while exploring the trails and green space near our downtown. The Mt. Hope Lookout Trail (Hope’s answer to the Grouse Grind) is only a 5 minute walk from downtown. The Lookout is the ideal setting for a picnic because of its benches and incredible views of Hope.

Within easy driving distance from downtown are a myriad of other hikes. Be sure to pick up the Trails of Hope brochure at the Hope Visitor Centre to help guide your adventures through our mountains. We would hate for you to miss any of the views!

Maybe you would prefer a nice walk along the river or through the marsh? Perhaps you would prefer to play bocce,

football, or tennis after your morning coffee? Our parks and green space offer incredible beauty within minutes from our downtown coffee shops and restaurants.

The newest addition to Hope’s considerable amenities is the Coquihalla Community Park, which includes an upgraded Fort Hope Trail, improved Sports Bowl, and - maybe most importantly and impressively - a mountain bike skills park.

The completion of the Coquihalla Community Park project was truly a labour of love and community. The multi-year plan was 80% complete in the first year thanks to an incredible effort by many volunteers who call Hope home.

We honestly cannot understand why you are still reading and not throwing your bikes in the car. What are you waiting for?

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• Most expensive section of the Kettle Valley Railway

• Completed in 1916 and closed less than 50 years later

• Open to hikers and bikers from May - October

• Flashlights recommended for those who are scared of the dark or have mobility issues

• Other features of the park: Hope-Nicola Valley Trail (year round trail)

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Did You Know?There is a retired ski hill at Silvertip Bowl in Sunshine Valley. Although not operational, the area remains popular for snowshoers and sledders throughout the winter.

In 1942, a 160 kilometre wide “protected area” was established along coastal British Columbia. The stated purpose of the area was to keep anyone of Japanese origin away from the coast. Japanese-Canadian families were forced from their homes and dispersed to internment camps in the interior. One such camp was Tashme (now Sunshine Valley). Approximately 2600 people were interned at Tashme before the end of the war.

During and after the war, many internees (and later, residents) worked in a sawmill or on the Hope-Princeton Highway.

The name Tashme came from a combination

of the names of the three MLAs who were the strongest proponents of the camp: Taylor, Shearer, and Meighan.

Nothing remains of the camp today, but visitors can check out the Japanese Friendship Garden in downtown Hope. Starting in the summer of 2016, visitors will also be able to see an exhibit at the Hope Museum dedicated to Tashme and the Japanese-Canadian experience in Hope.

A Brief HistorY Lesson

In the early morning hours of 9 January 1965, Highway 3 was closed - a mere 16 years after it opened - suddenly and unexpectedly when a slab of rock fractured away from the face of Johnson Peak, resulting in the Hope Slide.

The force of the slide was such that the 100 million tonnes of debris travelled sixty metres up Mt. Coulter (on the opposite side of the valley) before settling again over the Hope-Princeton Highway. The resultant debris was 85 metres deep and three kilometres wide. The snow, mud, and rock that slid from the mountain were enough to obliterate Beaver (Outram) Lake from the topography of the valley.

Despite its sheer size, the Hope Slide killed only four people.The impact of the slide set off seismographic readings at a monitoring station in Penticton. However, the Slide was caused by weak layers of rock giving way to gravity rather than by an earthquake.

A viewpoint at the base of the Slide (between Hope and Sunshine Valley) will help you get a sense of the power of the mountain.

Hope Slide

Once the snow starts falling, Manning Park is transformed from a hiking haven to a winter playground. Whether you crave ski boots and frozen eyelashes or a fireside hot-chocolate, Manning Park has an activity for you this winter.

When the Coast Mountains were dreaming of snow in 2014/2015, Manning Park and Cascade Mountains remained open.

Winter at Manning Park

Quick stats:

> Average snowfall: 546cm

>Cross country trails: 64km

>Lifts: 4 (including bunny hill)

>Days open / week: 7

skagit RiveR tRail

Distance (one way): 15km Time: 7 hours

Make the most of your trip to the Hope, Cascades & Canyons region by hiking from E.C Manning Provincial Park to Skagit Valley Provincial Park along the Skagit River Trail. The trail has wild rhododendrons and camping spots.

EmbracE thE JournEy of your LifE

at this family outdoor playground!

Reservations: 604-869-0066 or www.htr.ca | 14850 Alpine Blvd, Hope, BC

Sunshine Valley RV Resort & Cabins

Sunshine Valley RV Resort & Cabins is a four-

season vacation destination. This beautiful

natural valley surrounded by the snow-

capped Cascade Mountains offers a wealth of

recreational activities for all campers, including

exceptional skiing and snowboarding at Manning

Park in the winter months and miles of beautiful

hiking trails in the summer.

Enjoy ATV, mountain and dirt-biking trails

accessible from the resort, which double as

snowmobile trails in the winter. Nearby waterways

allow for summertime lazing and boating, as well

as winter skating.

PLAY YEAR ROUND

AMENITIES INCLUDE:

• Indoor and outdoor heated pool

• Hot tubs,

• Fire pits

• Recreation hall

• 10 deluxe cabins availablefor rent nightly or weekly!

Sunshine Valley hosts many fun-fi lled family events throughout the year, including family dances and New Year’s Eve fi reworks.No matter what time of year, Sunshine Valley is the place for your family’s outdoor adventures!

You love coming to the Hope, Cascades & Canyon region, but have you considered inviting your friends up here to share in that love?

Celebrate every milestone in your life and relationship in the Hope, Cascades & Canyons region. From your first birthday party, to your first date, to your wedding, to your anniversary, our region provides the most memorable backdrop for any event.

Our businesses and service providers are not afraid to go above and beyond for you. We will help turn your far-fetched proposal idea or epic family portrait into a wonderful reality. In addition to facility rentals, Hope, Cascades & Canyons boasts incredible photographers, florists, event planners, caterers, and musicians.

People who choose to live in Hope have a passion for life and believe in the possibilities, so give the Hope Visitor Centre a call and we will help connect you with the right people.

Phone: (604) 869-2021 Email: vc@hopebc.ca

Hope is Closer tHan You tHink

In Hope, the average commute by car is approximately ten minutes each day and there is never rush hour. In fact, there is no need for the average resident of Hope to commute by car. The majority of our amenities are within easy walking distance of downtown. And our residential neighbourhoods are – at most – a fifteen minute bike ride from downtown.

Don’t you think it is time to get out of your car and live a little? We do.

Bring in a copy of this insert to the Hope Visitor Centre to claim your gift!

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• Ball Hockey• Ringette Tournament• NWO Roller Derby• Boondock Bike Jam• Trade Fair• Party Works Amusements• Beer Gardens• Fireworks• Pancake Breakfast

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