Writing well means never having to say, ‘I guess you had to be there.’”
The great part about anniversaries is taking time to reflect. Delving into our magazine archives, we once again came face to face with the passionate people who strengthen our communities and the creative artists who fill the Valley with art, song and laughter. As we flipped through the pages, funky retro ads popped out and the colourful fabric of Okanagan life warmed us, captured in vivid photography and heartfelt words. Printed on the pages were couples saying “I do,” athletes capturing Olympic gold and volunteers opening their hearts. We also stirred up some murders, ghosts and lake monsters. Yes, Ogopogo has made his appearances many times over. Our writers tackled many issues that parents, students and seniors have faced over these 30 years—some still challenging us today. Thanks to all who have been a part of our journey; you’ll find the full archives online. Read, reflect and revel in the Okanagan life. —Editors
Vernon painter Neil Erickson leaps into a new medium
Jumping for Joy Supporters of BC Children's Hospital know well the Jumping for Joy greeting card, created by artist Neil Erickson. The original art piece help raise funds for the hospital in 1997. More than 45,000 purchased the greeting card, a record for those...
Don’t be a sheeple
It was March 19, 2003 and Operation Iraqi Freedom was ‘shock and awing’ prime-time television audiences all over the world. Yes folks, this was it. The USA’s 24/7 news media was “fully embedded” with the troops and they were reporting the first ever made for TV,...
Best of Show 2018
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Diving deep: Exploring the depths of Lake Okanagan
One can’t help but get excited when scuba instructor Doug Lundgren starts telling stories of his diving adventures. His eyes light up when he talks about cave diving and exploring sunken wrecks; the time when a six-foot-long octopus playfully curled her...
Axe throwing in the Okanagan
Hurling axes on your birthday
In person with Linda Edgecombe
For Linda Edgecombe it’s one scarf, one book, one girl
Think B4 U text, says UBC research
Study evaluates texting as a poor way to deliver criticism Many think they’re doing a favour by texting criticism instead of giving it in person. Not so, say researchers at UBC Okanagan’s campus who have determined that negative comments can have the same impact...
Axe throwing in the Okanagan
Hurling axes on your birthday
In person with Linda Edgecombe
For Linda Edgecombe it’s one scarf, one book, one girl
Think B4 U text, says UBC research
Study evaluates texting as a poor way to deliver criticism Many think they’re doing a favour by texting criticism instead of giving it in person. Not so, say researchers at UBC Okanagan’s campus who have determined that negative comments can have the same impact...
