1887 St. Andrews On The Square Heritage Site Kamloops British Columbia (Pictures)

Above Photo: 1887 St. Andrews On The Square Heritage Site Kamloops British Columbia.

In early November 2015 my daughter continued to show me around the city of Kamloops. It seemed at every turn there was something wonderful to see, then we came upon the 

St. Andrews On The Square site. 

St. Andrews On The Square was built in 1887 and is the oldest public building in the city of Kamloops. The city bought it, then restored everything back in 1998.

Above Photo: My daughter and her son with me at the St. Andrews On The Square Heritage Site.

The Kamloops Heritage Society now operates the facility, where weddings and other events are held.

Also on site are the gorgeous St. Andrews gardens where 

local musicians and performers can be found.

So when planning your next holiday, don’t forget to put Kamloops on your agenda so you can tour all the wonderful historic sites seen around town.

Above Photo: The information below was taken off of the statues plaque.

This Statue commissioned by The Friends of Phil Gaglardi Society and erected by the city of Kamloops, July 20, 2009.

Statue created by sculptor Terry Norlander

Supporting Patrons

The Gaglardi Family, Jim Pattison, Community Arts Council, Alfons Jalink, Mel Rothenburger, Colombo Lodge (Italian Cultural Centre)

Orv and Kathy Nicholson          Mark and Ellen Brown
Enzo Lizzi                                  Findlay "Frank" Quinn.
Douglas D. Scott.                       Ivan and Ann Jakic and Family.
Derek and Val Stammer             Brentwood Enterprises
Bill Bilton                                   Fulton and Company
Bert Gatien                                 Dennis Coates
Cundari Seibel LLP Lawyers     Denise McCabe
Steven DuMont                          Ken Endean

Rick Ewen                                   Gerald K. Watson
Warren Hewlett                           Ab and Elia Ablett
Mary Hewlett                               Dr. Ferber
Lena Cassidy                                Ken Lepin
Terry and Susan Bepple               Larry Strohmaier
Steven Bregoliss  

If you visit the Tourism Kamloops website, they have a nice write up about 

St. Andrews On The Square.

Tourism Kamloops:

http://www.tourismkamloops.com/st-andrews-on-the-square

And

St. Andrews on the Square website.

http://standrewssquare.com/

Above Photo: 1887 St. Andrews On The Square Heritage Site Kamloops British Columbia.

Above Photo: 1887 St. Andrews On The Square Heritage Site Kamloops British Columbia.

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Visit The Margaret Falls In British Columbia With Teresa The Traveler

Above Photo: Teresa the Traveler.

On my travels around British Columbia I came across a lady who has some wonderful websites, videos, photographs and so much more.

Teresa the Traveler will guide you through this great province to make your next holiday,
or a days outing one you will remember.

Teresa the Traveler tells you how to get to Margaret Falls on beautiful 

Shuswap Lake in Salmon Arm, British Columbia.

If you are looking for a short scenic walking moderate trail, the 

Margaret Falls Trail is the one for you.

A 15-minute walk up Reinecker Creek through a rock chasm and over numerous wooden bridges brings you to the magnificent Margaret Falls.

Teresa the Traveler's website.

http://www.teresathetraveler.ca/ 

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Teresa the Traveler's Online Bookstore.

http://www.teresathetraveler.ca/purchase-book.html

All images/material are © 2015 to Teresa the Traveler.

I would like to extend my many thanks to Teresa for allowing me to carry her wealth of information. When your planning your next trip around British Columbia, check with Teresa the Traveler for all your traveling needs.

Don’t forget to visit Kamloops, British Columbia Visitor’s Centre at: 
http://www.tourismkamloops.com/home

Our Favorite Spot To Play On The Bulkley River In Houston British Columbia.

Above Photo: The Peaceful Bulkley River.

This here portion of the Bulkley River has been a favorite place of mine for years, as I brought my children and their friends to play in the sand and go for a dip in the river on hot sunny days. 

My children who are now grown, brought their little ones to the same place, year after year watching the smiles on their faces as they splash one another and make funny things in the sand.

We brought the dogs to the river, watching them swim and chase sticks that are floating away.

It is peaceful place, just sitting watching the river move along slowly as it winds it’s way through the Bulkley Valley, but in the spring, the river becomes quite violent with it’s rushing water craving out a new path changing the the rivers flow forever.

Also there is Beavers that do there best in trying to block the river in hopes of making a home, most times it seems they fail.

Anyway, here are some photos of the Bulkley river I took today, September 12, 2015.

Above/Below Photo: Beavers Dam.

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The Moose Hut Ice-Cream And Treats Located Along Highway 16 In Houston British Columbia

Above Photo: A look at the outside of the The Moose Hut Ice-Cream And Treats Stand.

I ran over to the grocery store this afternoon to pick up a few things. When I was done I pulled out of the Super-Valu parking lot and on to Highway 16 heading towards home. As I was driving, I spotted a small Ice-Cream stand. 

I have driven by it so many times and I have wanted to stop to get some photos for my Houston, B.C. and Travel British Columbia with Brian Vike blogs. 

On your travels around the province, you will see many small Ice-Cream stands, and they are so inviting on a hot day knowing they have some wonderful ice cold treats.

Above Photo: This sign is located right along Highway 16 as you are driving through Houston, B.C. 

Also indicates where the The Moose Hut Ice-Cream And Treats Stand is located.

Anyway, today I stopped, I had to go around the block, but I stopped, and was greeted by a pleasant young man who was operating the stand.

The ice-cream looked yummy as it was Chapman's ice cream, and if you have not tried Chapman's ice cream, you should.

I would certainly recommend that if you are driving through Houston, British Columbia along Highway 16 and you do spot, “The Moose Hut Ice-Cream And Treats”, do stop, you will love it.

I would like to add that I have a Houston, British Columbia blog as well, this is my home town and if you are planning a trip to Houston, or traveling through our area and you are in need of something from our businesses, I do have a list of them on my Houston, B.C. blog.

You can find us here at:
http://houston-british-columbia-canada.blogspot.ca/

The Moose Hut Ice-Cream And Treats is located right beside the Tea Gallery with a Twist.

Map location:

https://www.google.ca/maps/place/Tea+Gallery+With+A+Twist/@54.4003292,-126.6471728,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m2!3m1!1s0x5475c6842a10aead:0xf5266bd92a378d9b?hl=en

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