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
2012 Best of the Okanagan
This is the 18th consecutive year that our readers have voted for their favourite business heroes in the North, Central and South Okanagan. Happy business people who receive the hottest award in the Valley know that Okanagan Life readers vote by way of official...
Travel Planner
Winter clouds gather on the horizon and we start thinking snowbird thoughts; it’s a reflex. This year the soaring loonie is making those southern destinations look more attractive than ever. But I’ve also found some cool options that may tempt you to spread your wings...
Kelowna Wine History
Kelowna features an array of intriguing wineries in three distinct areas—the west-facing lakeshore and slopes of Okanagan Lake; East Kelowna Bench, which straddles Mission Creek in the agricultural heartland of Kelowna; and downtown Kelowna where the focus is on...
Man With a Mission
What comes to mind when you hear “Salvation Army”—thrift stores? Christmas kettles? While Major Ron Cartmell was growing up, it was simply the church his family had attended for three generations. “I didn’t even understand the wider concept of what the Salvation Army...
Urban wildlife worries: Keeping deer out of the garden
#Penticton struggles with a growing population of urban deer and options for relocation… “We’ve created an ideal situation for deer in the downtown.”
UBC offers yoga retreats, engineering and sports camps
#UBCO summer camps this year include revitalizing yoga retreats for adults, and exciting sports camps and engineering camps for youth.
Insects attract prestigious visitors to the Okanagan
Sterile insects are drawing a small but prestigious global group of specialists in the science of controlling insect pests to Kelowna for a week-long meeting June 2-6. The Okanagan’s Sterile Insect Release program, headed up by general manager Cara Nelson, is hosting...
Urban wildlife worries: Keeping deer out of the garden
#Penticton struggles with a growing population of urban deer and options for relocation… “We’ve created an ideal situation for deer in the downtown.”
UBC offers yoga retreats, engineering and sports camps
#UBCO summer camps this year include revitalizing yoga retreats for adults, and exciting sports camps and engineering camps for youth.
Insects attract prestigious visitors to the Okanagan
Sterile insects are drawing a small but prestigious global group of specialists in the science of controlling insect pests to Kelowna for a week-long meeting June 2-6. The Okanagan’s Sterile Insect Release program, headed up by general manager Cara Nelson, is hosting...
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