tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-48459199552725262292024-03-05T03:30:38.039-08:00 West Kelowna, British Columbia - CanadaFrankie / Nickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09350818259557333804noreply@blogger.comBlogger292125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4845919955272526229.post-67457457596594499962012-09-12T20:43:00.001-07:002012-09-13T16:02:01.962-07:00One of our most recent and popular water sports this summer consisted of stand up water paddle boarding which we understand combines the skill of surfing with that of kayaking or canoeing. An interesting watch especially when the participants progressed into doing yoga on these boards.Enjoy the rest if your day. F. N.<br />
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Frankie / Nickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09350818259557333804noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4845919955272526229.post-10116111855425682592012-09-11T22:22:00.000-07:002012-09-11T22:22:07.591-07:00Local SceneryIt was perfect weather for a plunge into Okanagan Lake this summer and many people took advantage of the chance to leap off of the old ferry docks in Gellatly Bay. This area is a matter of minutes from our home and we have spent many a day enjoying the walkway along the lake. <br />
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Frankie / Nickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09350818259557333804noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4845919955272526229.post-17585931123579176162012-09-10T21:09:00.000-07:002012-09-10T21:11:34.217-07:00Local SceneryThis will be our final post featuring another military aerobatic perforance of Canadian Snowbirds. Enjoy the rest of your day.<br />
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Frankie / Nickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09350818259557333804noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4845919955272526229.post-54481431812304073292012-09-09T22:15:00.001-07:002012-09-09T22:18:27.438-07:00In keeping with yesterday's post the following is a view of formation flying over the City of Kelowna by the Canadian Snowbirds Air Show.<br />
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Frankie / Nickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09350818259557333804noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4845919955272526229.post-43746533572767363102012-09-08T14:21:00.000-07:002012-09-08T14:21:05.920-07:00Local SceneryOn August 1st we were treated by the Canadian Forces Snowbirds officially known as the Royal Canadian Air Force's 431 Air Demonstration Squadron. The Snowbirds are Canada's military aerobatics air show flight demonstration team made up of skill, professionalism and treamwork. The squadron consists of nine 11 CT-114 Tutors. Although there are 80 Canadian Forces personnel on duty, 24 persons travel during the show season. Their demonstration which lasts approximately an hour is truly a spectacular and unforgetable event.<br />
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Although we have been missing for a bit more than a couple of years we have not forgotten the enjoyment of this blogger site. We see that many changes have taken place here in the interim and hopefully we will meet the challenge of doing it right.<br />
Our lovely summer is slowly changing into autumn however in spite of same many people are still enjoying the tail end of lazy days on the beach<br />
which is located approximately ten minutes by car from our home.<br />
Thank you for checking our site and enjoy the rest of your day.<br />
Frankie & Nick<br />
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Frankie / Nickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09350818259557333804noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4845919955272526229.post-78954425257557315782009-08-05T16:59:00.000-07:002009-08-05T17:03:45.390-07:00Then & Now<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipDZJrfg4qgVTu5wB4NgChxK_2NQ2uVRinh1mFzcFHqyUrBnTa1B9U0tfOJU0akFEKS4zxtx-HgmrGiPlXROKCJWwZBb7SVQA9IsXHTW4srD23zEib0N62JdteY7zITngX87aVBsZm0ZxT/s1600-h/Currant.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366634065845399314" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipDZJrfg4qgVTu5wB4NgChxK_2NQ2uVRinh1mFzcFHqyUrBnTa1B9U0tfOJU0akFEKS4zxtx-HgmrGiPlXROKCJWwZBb7SVQA9IsXHTW4srD23zEib0N62JdteY7zITngX87aVBsZm0ZxT/s320/Currant.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJJNuR92SFKAfE9AH9-Jk_b4-GD0NDm9SpoY0kmaO5bTUifRYVFCN8yANl2S5UeoCIBp-IBaWaoQt5UlPEYs19b1UGrONtQr5UVYgij2eX0y_ofeBkCCIrsu4nQdTUMXmkO0FkOTIcQMCK/s1600-h/Currant+1.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366633978230961714" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 180px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJJNuR92SFKAfE9AH9-Jk_b4-GD0NDm9SpoY0kmaO5bTUifRYVFCN8yANl2S5UeoCIBp-IBaWaoQt5UlPEYs19b1UGrONtQr5UVYgij2eX0y_ofeBkCCIrsu4nQdTUMXmkO0FkOTIcQMCK/s320/Currant+1.jpg" border="0" /></a> While we were showing you photos of the southern part of Okanagan our Province has been experiencing record breaking heat with the accompanying dryness. Consequently, as expected we are dealing with a number of aggressive forest fires. Although we ourselves do not appear to be in danger, at least not in the immediate future, our valley is plagued by smoke. The two submissions represent the before and current view taken from our deck.<br /><br />We are having guests arriving this evening who we expect shall be with us until mid month. As we are keen on spending quality time with our company, we shall be signing off for a period with this writing.<br /><br />Thank you for visiting our blog and we hope you are all enjoying your summer.<br />Frankie & Nick<br /><br /><div></div></div>Frankie / Nickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09350818259557333804noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4845919955272526229.post-19915913965788012082009-08-04T20:22:00.000-07:002009-08-04T20:23:21.707-07:00Oliver 3<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpv27_cvQansBnDXwvR31okRgA7FBfEGpB09KAjyV2BVYHI9NqKtS6hBxnESWSUMWsi6Kqzqxh8xRyNclekNjMccMxdtyxSdCSfr3Tz8-jZ4Ouz3I3Awy5nJtlsZfSkkuWPzOywSZOoU3o/s1600-h/Oliver+3.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366314919640638722" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpv27_cvQansBnDXwvR31okRgA7FBfEGpB09KAjyV2BVYHI9NqKtS6hBxnESWSUMWsi6Kqzqxh8xRyNclekNjMccMxdtyxSdCSfr3Tz8-jZ4Ouz3I3Awy5nJtlsZfSkkuWPzOywSZOoU3o/s320/Oliver+3.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div></div><br />Further up, we find that a foot bridge crosses this body of flowing water enabling hikers and bikers to explore the opposite side. Incidentially this paved walkway goes on and on for many miles.Frankie / Nickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09350818259557333804noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4845919955272526229.post-91969853064416600812009-08-03T21:29:00.000-07:002009-08-03T21:33:24.549-07:00Oliver 2<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIOY8AyeM8wq_zm0UNl-IWbkaZ_Fa3DHRc0bJX_vueG5J2MpZw7xbcuESk4xzx9IvV7ydi28HCW74gqc7gxRssDAsrR6JsVvltBXT4ZOy9ADWWBxWYA3bNATbGeZQE5z5nG0oYks8xaId1/s1600-h/Oliver+21.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5365961739406154850" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIOY8AyeM8wq_zm0UNl-IWbkaZ_Fa3DHRc0bJX_vueG5J2MpZw7xbcuESk4xzx9IvV7ydi28HCW74gqc7gxRssDAsrR6JsVvltBXT4ZOy9ADWWBxWYA3bNATbGeZQE5z5nG0oYks8xaId1/s320/Oliver+21.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDi5wTRy1u9dhNkJLDS6qvMwhccew5rzk6IJ_TGb3ODN2oMwrZyJOz4j0m0PdIllM8wOT0JdCLoXeuZxrf_CM1gJ_CE-w4P5b5OMlHremlKV6CcQSQqo2ueTjentM4AnbWXGHxBaRFep5_/s1600-h/Oliver22.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5365961577447924338" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDi5wTRy1u9dhNkJLDS6qvMwhccew5rzk6IJ_TGb3ODN2oMwrZyJOz4j0m0PdIllM8wOT0JdCLoXeuZxrf_CM1gJ_CE-w4P5b5OMlHremlKV6CcQSQqo2ueTjentM4AnbWXGHxBaRFep5_/s320/Oliver22.jpg" border="0" /></a> Having once been covered with cacti and sage brush, you can see that Oliver has now been cultivated into lush productive land well known for its vineyards and orchards. These photos show each side of the paved walking trail which perfectly represent a visual of this lush community<br /><br /><div></div></div>Frankie / Nickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09350818259557333804noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4845919955272526229.post-57361750222864018672009-08-02T21:07:00.000-07:002009-08-02T21:09:03.851-07:00Oliver 1<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhON-uLYn8mtS-foTC37hCur7e_anfxcO3IZYZNGRQEar51vHrRNnAVIICKrtju38Fs_k2eW5kE5VnnKdLS1cez71XQ0yxhX4-k0kYapPBu4cCvNUBmtfTGV8m9Xi114GnjR2AsN-NhxXVa/s1600-h/Oliver+1.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5365584522621161170" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhON-uLYn8mtS-foTC37hCur7e_anfxcO3IZYZNGRQEar51vHrRNnAVIICKrtju38Fs_k2eW5kE5VnnKdLS1cez71XQ0yxhX4-k0kYapPBu4cCvNUBmtfTGV8m9Xi114GnjR2AsN-NhxXVa/s320/Oliver+1.jpg" border="0" /></a> The endless paved walking trail referred to in our previous posting ideal for bikers as well as walkers.<br /><br /><div></div>Frankie / Nickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09350818259557333804noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4845919955272526229.post-43257184073229590552009-08-01T21:55:00.000-07:002009-08-01T21:56:55.913-07:00Oliver<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBgFhCEnmLNMISop1-ucZAv4fK4XKEDXlB5i1c8Cz694f_rdyBYAYun-rRcyjJonErMnRjh1ftewsTJSwnISagcMAw9ySj7wL8-VRI5ut4e4oFXu764f75xHULsMoGXhP8IHf7cSlRkXs3/s1600-h/Oliver.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5365225622350082914" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBgFhCEnmLNMISop1-ucZAv4fK4XKEDXlB5i1c8Cz694f_rdyBYAYun-rRcyjJonErMnRjh1ftewsTJSwnISagcMAw9ySj7wL8-VRI5ut4e4oFXu764f75xHULsMoGXhP8IHf7cSlRkXs3/s320/Oliver.jpg" border="0" /></a> Boasting a population of approximately 5,000 residents, Oliver has several very comfortable R.V. parks. We chose this particular one due to it's close proximity to the centre of town as well as a wonderful paved walking trail which appears to be endless.<br /><div></div>Frankie / Nickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09350818259557333804noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4845919955272526229.post-85511456053905801562009-07-31T21:44:00.000-07:002009-07-31T21:45:47.839-07:00On The Road<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidTAO6qsIrW7kkDk5eVdY5lB6RysDD2AwAxML1gQ2-D3Yl54nMLazNXV9yhpo4baH6L-d1Yrl3H_AmwrXWJhzl3sVxsXdBd91Py47IrnQOt7A3Jvcu1EWo5xwTKP3HfszqnVHw3N6N_9ON/s1600-h/Vaseux+Lake.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5364851823385292322" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidTAO6qsIrW7kkDk5eVdY5lB6RysDD2AwAxML1gQ2-D3Yl54nMLazNXV9yhpo4baH6L-d1Yrl3H_AmwrXWJhzl3sVxsXdBd91Py47IrnQOt7A3Jvcu1EWo5xwTKP3HfszqnVHw3N6N_9ON/s320/Vaseux+Lake.jpg" border="0" /></a> On the road again and travelling southbound along Vaseux Lake we will be passing though Oliver, BC located between OK Falls and Osoyoos. We will soon be visiting Oliver which is also approximately 25 minutes north of the US Boarder<br /><br /><div></div>Frankie / Nickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09350818259557333804noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4845919955272526229.post-75191151791827652632009-07-30T21:58:00.000-07:002009-07-30T22:00:51.269-07:00OK Falls 3<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgq4rulbLL4qXpwrjIOf93ZF_IVIyvsag0r2gjRn-r-Q9LrVsmjlFIINRg0DaofKjIUx0xseFKJdljhpsGInYGi6eruI8wXymIn0zI1iWnJNCfliN82X96uKBqC65IeVZwHCKaMfjBE37df/s1600-h/ok+fALLS+3.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5364484377004033778" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgq4rulbLL4qXpwrjIOf93ZF_IVIyvsag0r2gjRn-r-Q9LrVsmjlFIINRg0DaofKjIUx0xseFKJdljhpsGInYGi6eruI8wXymIn0zI1iWnJNCfliN82X96uKBqC65IeVZwHCKaMfjBE37df/s320/ok+fALLS+3.jpg" border="0" /></a> A scene taken from the previously referred to hiking trail looking in a southwesterly direction.<br /><div></div>Frankie / Nickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09350818259557333804noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4845919955272526229.post-63885939090490531342009-07-29T20:21:00.000-07:002009-07-29T20:23:09.805-07:00Treasurers<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO7Z73zxmT95DhJb8yniRVXeWtlP08JukfbpDauC7yRPNe-R6VNGKwJWL_Y2WoP73g9hyphenhyphent0H3kGA-TBv70wElXwrRVzPZoVZHRO0LeBWhy5KR2imtCuD0JmWTv3DgRfgL9IbsBrUqINrwb/s1600-h/Mama.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5364088125394930802" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO7Z73zxmT95DhJb8yniRVXeWtlP08JukfbpDauC7yRPNe-R6VNGKwJWL_Y2WoP73g9hyphenhyphent0H3kGA-TBv70wElXwrRVzPZoVZHRO0LeBWhy5KR2imtCuD0JmWTv3DgRfgL9IbsBrUqINrwb/s320/Mama.jpg" border="0" /></a> As we step off of the boardwalk and begin our stroll on the path we glance to the left edge and we spot an expectant Mama happily sitting on her nest of treasurers<br /><div></div>Frankie / Nickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09350818259557333804noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4845919955272526229.post-40490740669767747362009-07-28T21:58:00.000-07:002009-07-28T21:59:27.684-07:00OK Falls 2<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiakoSlWiq0UrkM9WGvckjbAEmm954o-Bob2phZAXxajHOeIBzskv4LId0Nstt6HeH5EWCLtRwMidFrOMiXHcDYXLazTD8ZY4T1nlCvXb33lTuCSJFOKCYIi28ZaBFuWLoLuXVBYykAH_o/s1600-h/OK+Falls+2.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5363742106109717986" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiakoSlWiq0UrkM9WGvckjbAEmm954o-Bob2phZAXxajHOeIBzskv4LId0Nstt6HeH5EWCLtRwMidFrOMiXHcDYXLazTD8ZY4T1nlCvXb33lTuCSJFOKCYIi28ZaBFuWLoLuXVBYykAH_o/s320/OK+Falls+2.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div></div><br />Our last posting from the boardwalk faced south towards OK Falls. Facing north, this boardwalk connects to a walking trail that continues onward for 12 miles (19km). Many bikers and even some ardent hikers take advantage of this distance ending up in Penticton.Frankie / Nickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09350818259557333804noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4845919955272526229.post-81067927502105447092009-07-27T21:49:00.000-07:002009-07-27T21:51:11.590-07:00OK Falls 1<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZhu8vp92YJBOmt362S7VrPDFyHbnXeM7sGcPNSPxZxZ1pqhvvuNnkv7nvpVSKLj4GedmRsDu-5ueQdfLVvUO1KPoLQNqZDChE8YABeI4c2o-i7LTVdP37YPCpKzagAiWCYV4Nj64MZFV7/s1600-h/OK+Falls+1.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5363368708782514290" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZhu8vp92YJBOmt362S7VrPDFyHbnXeM7sGcPNSPxZxZ1pqhvvuNnkv7nvpVSKLj4GedmRsDu-5ueQdfLVvUO1KPoLQNqZDChE8YABeI4c2o-i7LTVdP37YPCpKzagAiWCYV4Nj64MZFV7/s320/OK+Falls+1.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div></div><br />Continuing from our previous post this photo was taken facing south from the boardwalk onto the shores of OK (Okanagan) Falls. This charming little community is well known for it's famous Tickleberrys; home of the largest ice cream seller in the valley. It is surrounded by two prestigious wineries and offers a diverse variety of outdoor recreation.Frankie / Nickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09350818259557333804noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4845919955272526229.post-58825283845844027102009-07-25T21:16:00.000-07:002009-07-25T21:18:02.929-07:00OK Falls<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKuA2yM_DxpMhxlUwdN66FlMNbMw13QvDUWoLcVFOU6JF5eXET16FUxnZz0LC0TmEqh2ynNfHtpPQ1hkGdMLF3_7ef5q4SIM1XXsdrjYpVj1GWIO5hs-Uyb2g11uMKaaxWsp9EhyaB_X-7/s1600-h/OK+Falls.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5362618104507595234" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKuA2yM_DxpMhxlUwdN66FlMNbMw13QvDUWoLcVFOU6JF5eXET16FUxnZz0LC0TmEqh2ynNfHtpPQ1hkGdMLF3_7ef5q4SIM1XXsdrjYpVj1GWIO5hs-Uyb2g11uMKaaxWsp9EhyaB_X-7/s320/OK+Falls.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div></div><br />Continuing southbound we arrive at OK Falls situated on the far end shore of Skaha Lake. This pleasant little community boasts a wonderful boardwalk extending over part of Skaha Lake leading hikers across the water to endless miles of trails. This boardwalk is also an extremely popular fishing spot for enthusiasts while many dive off of it's edge into the deep clear water below.Frankie / Nickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09350818259557333804noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4845919955272526229.post-51851837222183311562009-07-24T22:40:00.000-07:002009-07-24T22:41:06.591-07:00Kaleden<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYAfY6Pghswf9X82v81Pbw4_WcwFvdHMoKKZhpiP0cNRfHJsAhID9sYtXJJ-vmtmxBlca9oqfGilx3MRF5ivZnu5U5Bt7aif_O8iT3stkd7OF05BBbvrwHK72_78mAzfK64l4XOOqqQyI-/s1600-h/Kaleden.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5362268510693745010" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYAfY6Pghswf9X82v81Pbw4_WcwFvdHMoKKZhpiP0cNRfHJsAhID9sYtXJJ-vmtmxBlca9oqfGilx3MRF5ivZnu5U5Bt7aif_O8iT3stkd7OF05BBbvrwHK72_78mAzfK64l4XOOqqQyI-/s320/Kaleden.jpg" border="0" /></a> Photo of vineyards located on the opposite side of Skaha lake taken from the picnic area in Kaleden.<br /><div></div>Frankie / Nickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09350818259557333804noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4845919955272526229.post-38597970548196059502009-07-23T20:40:00.000-07:002009-07-23T20:42:09.994-07:00Keleden Hotel<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaozLQ1yo-FUgoDwYTsYGBQidD8bNuDwkpsYJF0UDPkjRSIcFM-l23JXfcQiSTlCF4SbJoJLEfW4jor0D2WDEfMBv2i_1Tf4bROb-XQS3VK-XfGPsQS1zW594f-9gsDBS7gVVSrKYKkVuh/s1600-h/Hotel.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5361866506315176514" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaozLQ1yo-FUgoDwYTsYGBQidD8bNuDwkpsYJF0UDPkjRSIcFM-l23JXfcQiSTlCF4SbJoJLEfW4jor0D2WDEfMBv2i_1Tf4bROb-XQS3VK-XfGPsQS1zW594f-9gsDBS7gVVSrKYKkVuh/s320/Hotel.jpg" border="0" /></a> Located 13km (8 miles) south of Penticton is the picturesque community of Kaleden. The original Kaleden Hotel is one of the main landmarks along Skaha Lake. This tiny historic community made up of vineyards and lakeview orchards offers visitors good bed and breakfast facilities coupled by excellent beaches and picnic areas.<br /><div></div>Frankie / Nickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09350818259557333804noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4845919955272526229.post-30752350723758435432009-07-22T21:32:00.000-07:002009-07-22T21:35:37.201-07:00The Canal<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijfkdLYWtLWDAGYg1sTvmeicXughxqaVVX2hM6Of2vPuUIEjvszetc9jDq9ZMJFYaXdSCbutLL3VNM7CHjphyphenhyphenUJej9jZd5Ac6wQXeuZ4VEX9kSBnQb5nVSEU78zW1xVrS_dt1Guz0bAigP/s1600-h/Tubing.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5361509119419856946" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijfkdLYWtLWDAGYg1sTvmeicXughxqaVVX2hM6Of2vPuUIEjvszetc9jDq9ZMJFYaXdSCbutLL3VNM7CHjphyphenhyphenUJej9jZd5Ac6wQXeuZ4VEX9kSBnQb5nVSEU78zW1xVrS_dt1Guz0bAigP/s320/Tubing.jpg" border="0" /></a> Tubing down the canal is one of the many popular attractions of Penticton. You may bring your own float or just rent one at the starting point and go for a few kilometer float from Lake Okanagan on the north end to the Skaha Lake on the south. The Fun Bus is available to transport the participants back to the start.<br /><div></div>Frankie / Nickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09350818259557333804noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4845919955272526229.post-73830186169039449352009-07-21T21:47:00.001-07:002009-07-21T21:51:04.790-07:00Penticton Beach<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcpxLfyHiqcT22qe6gCPv1r0FkgNBwxV25dGy1QINJ1f2YSSyc-GDvLQVNznqYVNHLSy965UuFyQPVFc8-fDaCaM98NQlO4v-ZbDLYM5DAhXuX-A14DdUVmEf4YDka7zpT64fNvc3aMdrp/s1600-h/Beach+2.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5361142021015049746" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcpxLfyHiqcT22qe6gCPv1r0FkgNBwxV25dGy1QINJ1f2YSSyc-GDvLQVNznqYVNHLSy965UuFyQPVFc8-fDaCaM98NQlO4v-ZbDLYM5DAhXuX-A14DdUVmEf4YDka7zpT64fNvc3aMdrp/s320/Beach+2.jpg" border="0" /></a> Penticton is situated between two lakes, namely the Lake Okanagan to the north which extends approximately 90 miles skirting the shores of Kelowna and coming to rest against the north shores of the City of Vernon. On the south Penticton borders Skaha Lake which extends for seven miles onto the shores of Okanagan Falls. The photograph represents a typical summer's day at the beach.<br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8VIZncMYQ7GJM6ek901gVBtnQqhcSPqvm7Rr47zUHWmcKruEV66stf_G2zqr6wMt7ewjO0H9daYoenBYRVOz6tMcc7DDE_LVdQDOkaf_lSNP0sF6KtQJVUx0j7Xuyq7cUGKoDLhBCM9IW/s1600-h/Beach1a.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5361141788488030322" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8VIZncMYQ7GJM6ek901gVBtnQqhcSPqvm7Rr47zUHWmcKruEV66stf_G2zqr6wMt7ewjO0H9daYoenBYRVOz6tMcc7DDE_LVdQDOkaf_lSNP0sF6KtQJVUx0j7Xuyq7cUGKoDLhBCM9IW/s320/Beach1a.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisetznRNrUigM5d7MuZRsD_hJGHygb12qs3mVPO8r_9YqayyBtAv0wRT5F2EYj3ul5oh6SoX1autmnVkjrkFLK66DAf2wv64SOb49iEqrDTVn3p5t7XBk0rgwEzMenIWnyRLOqpcsDlyix/s1600-h/Beach+2.jpg"></a>This photo taken in the early spring will give you an idea of the scope of this south beach.<br /><br /><br /><div></div></div></div>Frankie / Nickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09350818259557333804noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4845919955272526229.post-60979760160358428022009-07-20T22:05:00.000-07:002009-07-20T22:07:24.254-07:00SS Sicamous<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUITXdEj1tHrCW7wS_T5gA_2iGBelcNDCPJc8pBt-IkR9hVk1IKv91tS9G4LwkobvTOZO7FcjSTNobFwNMDC6h6xxYetIfS_PnYtyd4HXDagg6QHfDIdRfqHkRX428GrjDWJ_j02_YtJZG/s1600-h/SS+Sicamous.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5360775330451461074" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUITXdEj1tHrCW7wS_T5gA_2iGBelcNDCPJc8pBt-IkR9hVk1IKv91tS9G4LwkobvTOZO7FcjSTNobFwNMDC6h6xxYetIfS_PnYtyd4HXDagg6QHfDIdRfqHkRX428GrjDWJ_j02_YtJZG/s320/SS+Sicamous.jpg" border="0" /></a> Our high temperatures coupled by lack of moisture have caused several local forest fires in the immediate area. Thus our absence is attributable to Fire Watch 2009. The winds have now dissipated and the situation is being stabilized. Optimistically there will not be any significant changes to the contrary. <br /><br />In the meantime we will pick up where we left off in the Penticton area. This is another view of the SS Sicamous, as per our initial postings of July 15th. <br /><div></div>Frankie / Nickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09350818259557333804noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4845919955272526229.post-52214398714273245612009-07-17T21:36:00.000-07:002009-07-17T21:38:29.179-07:00Penticton 4<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjy-4osaF-_Q28-JQgwju_XmDcEUVkaOfBZwCHVYJmjBraLMGQjSAPACuuptj1f7z4_qeMUBCZpq9ZE5Buar8AtwDNYTNwHKWMZ4Q6gkwi0xLHHCa95pGIv3lk_Fa6-v197JDmQaBJKJikA/s1600-h/Penticton+4.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5359654701016070130" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjy-4osaF-_Q28-JQgwju_XmDcEUVkaOfBZwCHVYJmjBraLMGQjSAPACuuptj1f7z4_qeMUBCZpq9ZE5Buar8AtwDNYTNwHKWMZ4Q6gkwi0xLHHCa95pGIv3lk_Fa6-v197JDmQaBJKJikA/s320/Penticton+4.jpg" border="0" /></a> Facing in a north easterly direction from the north shore of the city. Penticton is situated at the far end of the 90 mile long Okanagan Lake<br /><div></div>Frankie / Nickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09350818259557333804noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4845919955272526229.post-34436968611735978822009-07-16T21:27:00.000-07:002009-07-16T21:28:12.257-07:00<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjc7vx_BFcBi_hEQSeMf78pKEsJmZ6IedWmCBv9MWLkpkeSBFYl6Pqkz0VmgMkO74g7p7qgd68PIlGM3-oTRqbqPMqaB_SANqC4Q82XbzR-b0eRL9SJcrqPH_BG-SbzEovskWjoR5rZJXmJ/s1600-h/Penticton+3.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5359281061608117122" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjc7vx_BFcBi_hEQSeMf78pKEsJmZ6IedWmCBv9MWLkpkeSBFYl6Pqkz0VmgMkO74g7p7qgd68PIlGM3-oTRqbqPMqaB_SANqC4Q82XbzR-b0eRL9SJcrqPH_BG-SbzEovskWjoR5rZJXmJ/s320/Penticton+3.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div></div><br />Water, beaches and boats, a common every day summer site in the Okanagan.Frankie / Nickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09350818259557333804noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4845919955272526229.post-22168232921137201062009-07-15T20:27:00.000-07:002009-07-15T20:29:22.715-07:00SS Sicamous<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBjwsHns-UQR5mbzC2XW-bs3sowmXX_QtS5dNWplG2sRfsXBJETOhPh8lepwogxcfxj_NQY7mey1RBO91FO5xO88ADNzsb5-P1FIDO-rN4m3sQ8pJ5JbonAFo-gwXR776_qky3gLd1tJB0/s1600-h/Sicamous.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5358894651203336034" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBjwsHns-UQR5mbzC2XW-bs3sowmXX_QtS5dNWplG2sRfsXBJETOhPh8lepwogxcfxj_NQY7mey1RBO91FO5xO88ADNzsb5-P1FIDO-rN4m3sQ8pJ5JbonAFo-gwXR776_qky3gLd1tJB0/s320/Sicamous.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div></div><br />The SS Sicamous portrays the history of lake transportation via paddle wheel boats transporting people along the communities of the Okanagan Valley. Launched in 1914 this 228 foot vessel also contains 40 staterooms for the affluent to occupy during their journey and is now a tourist attraction situated on the north shore of Penticton, BC.Frankie / Nickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09350818259557333804noreply@blogger.com1