INDEX “nupika wu’u” Spirit Water Hot <strong>Spring</strong>s Pools & Cave Contemporary Rooms & Suites Swimwear & Gift Boutique Spirit Water Spa www.ainsworthhotsprings.com Fresh, local, indigenous inspired. Rooftop patio 2 Stay & Play in the <strong>West</strong> <strong>Kootenay</strong> <strong>2022</strong> #gokootenays - share the adventure! www.gokootenays.com BC Canada
It's time to get out and explore again, isn't it? Come to the mountains! As you travel our winding roads, on two wheels or four within the <strong>Kootenay</strong> Boundary region, we promise you majestic views, wildlife sightings, creatively organized and wildly unorganized spaces, and plenty of unique shops and restaurants. Even if you are a born and bred <strong>Kootenay</strong> kid, there are always new neighbourhoods and new activities to discover. If you're coming from further afield, we are so glad to have you. It's wonderful that we can welcome new faces again! Come and explore our hills, valleys, lakes and rivers – and our mountain villages and towns too. Even the smallest of towns in the <strong>Kootenay</strong>s (Silverton, for example, with fewer than 200 residents) has always been up for a celebration. Our fairs and festivals and markets had to take a pause recently, but two years of pent-up energy is set to be released in <strong>2022</strong>. Are we eager? Yes we are! @gokootenays INDEX Ferries..............................5 Creston/East Shore ....7 Trail...................................9 Rossland/Fruitvale....11 <strong>West</strong> <strong>Kootenay</strong> & Area Map .....................12 Castlegar ......................13 Dining Guide...............14 Salmo.............................15 Nelson............................17 On the cover: Idaho Peak Photo: Dave Heath courtesy Destination BC Balfour ..........................23 Nakusp..........................25 New Denver.................26 Silverton........................26 Slocan............................26 Winlaw...........................27 Kaslo...............................29 Ainsworth ....................34 Woodbury ...................34 INTRO INDEX We have RV supplies, camping and fishing gear, ice, propane and propane refuelling, tarps, life-jackets, pet toys and food, batteries, electronics, wiener-roast skewers, fire pits, stationary, housewares, and even snacks and drinks for lazy days at the lake or on the road. everything a traveller could need Come for a visit, stay for a lifetime. We have all the contractor contacts, building supplies and hardware you will ever need ... and might even have employment for you – inquire within! Silverton Building SupplieS S 216 lake avenue • 250-358-2293 Monday – Saturday: 7aM – 5pM Silverton.Building <strong>Go</strong> & <strong>Do</strong> <strong>West</strong> <strong>Kootenay</strong> Regional Guide Is a collective production by the talented staff at Pennywise (KS Perry Publishing Ltd) ADVERTISING: Larissa Scott CONTENT CREATOR: Erika Bird DESIGNERS & PRODUCTION: Jeremy Taylor, Karma Halleran, Erika Bird PUBLISHER: Karma Halleran WEBSITE GOKOOTENAYS.COM: Zeb Hansell Rock face on HWY 31, Photo: Gary Schneider AUGUST 12-14, <strong>2022</strong> JUNE 24/JULY 29/SEPT 4/<strong>2022</strong> BC Canada www.gokootenays.com Stay & Play in the <strong>West</strong> <strong>Kootenay</strong> <strong>2022</strong> 3