Rocky Mountian Vistors Magazine Winter 2011/2012 : Page 3COVER STORY A tribute to hockey’s roots John Reed photo The BC Provincial Pond Hockey series is coming to Invermere this year, honouring the long-standing Canadian tradition of excellence in the sport. Page 4 KOOTENAY LIVING DESTINATIONS DESTINATIONS 6 Home in the Kootenays Why people want to live, play and do business here. 10 Radium Hot Springs A sublime choice for your next holiday, Radium Hot Springs is famous for its year-round appeal. HOT SPRINGS 8 Heat up your winter Let these natural hot springs soothe you. 16 Fernie This winter resort community has a brand new ski lift, and all the usual favourite activities on offer for winter guests. 26 Cranbrook/Fort Steele Reflect on the past and take the family on a tour of these fascinating historical sites. ARTS AND CULTURE 17 Sparwood Whether you want to ski, hike or ride your snowmo-bile in the backcountry, you can have a blast in the town of Sparwood. 27 Cranbrook/Kimberley Scenic activities and attrac-tions abound in this alpine town—you can’t go wrong with Kimberley. CRANBROOK 28 Trail From indoor leisure and recreation to outdoor delights, Trail has it all. 18 Key City Cranbrook has a myriad of things to do, not to mention a host of enticing must-see events planned for 2012. 30 Revelstoke Known as the Powder Snow Capital of Canada, Revelstoke attracts winter enthusiasts. 14 The creative flair These artsy communities are sure to inspire. 24 Industrial Park This busi-ness hub plays a key role in the local economy. 31 Readership survey Share your thoughts with us, and you could win a prize. Cover photo by John Reed: Players at the BC Provincial Pond Hockey series. Publisher Keith Powell • Advertising Sales Co-ordinator Cathy Conroy Editorial Contact Kerry Shellborn • Production Co-ordinator Murray Shellborn Rocky Mountain Visitors Magazine is published by Koocanusa Publications Inc. • Printed in Canada. All rights reserved. Phone (250) 426-7253 • Fax (250) 426-4125 • Toll Free 1-800-663-8555 • www.rockymountainvisitors.com Publications Mail Agreement No. 40065476. Return undeliverable Canadian addresses to Circulation Dept. Suite 100, 100 -7th Avenue S., Cranbrook, BC V1C 2J4 • Email: info@kpimedia.com RMVM | WINTER 2011/12 [3] Publication List Using a screen reader? Click Here |
