Showing posts with label skiing. Show all posts
Showing posts with label skiing. Show all posts

Wednesday, October 26, 2016

The Snowcapped Majestic Mountains In Smithers British Columbia (Pictures)


Above Photo: February 2016 - Winter's snowfall on the 
mountains in Smithers, British Columbia.

For larger view of the photo, click on the picture.

You can also view the pictures that I have been taking around Houston, B.C. at my 
Pinterest Account:

For information on things to do in and around Smithers, British Columbia,
please contact the Smithers Visitors Centre. Links below.

I hope you enjoy the photos that I have taken around British Columbia’s beautiful towns.


Above Photo: February 2016 - Winter's snowfall on the 
mountains in Smithers, British Columbia. Photo taken from 
the Smithers golf club looking up at the ski runs.


Above Photo: February 2016 - Winter's snowfall on the 
mountains in Smithers, British Columbia.


Above Photo: February 2016 - Winter's snowfall on the 
mountains in Smithers, British Columbia.

The information below is from Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.


Above Photo: February 2016 - Winter's snowfall on the 
mountains in Smithers, British Columbia.

Smithers is a town located in northwestern British Columbia, Canada, 
approximately halfway between Prince George and Prince Rupert.
Smithers is located in the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako. 


Above Photo: February 2016 - Winter's snowfall on the 
mountains in Smithers, British Columbia.

With a population of 5,404, Smithers is a service area for most of the Bulkley Valley.

Some history: The Bulkley Valley in which Smithers is situated
was originally inhabited by the Wet'suwet'en, Smithers was founded
in 1913 as the regional headquarters for the Grand Trunk Pacific Railway. 


Above Photo: February 2016 - Winter's snowfall on the 
mountains in Smithers, British Columbia.

The new community was named after the railway's chairman of
the board of directors, Sir Alfred Smithers. In 1921, Smithers became the 
first incorporated village in British Columbia. 

In 1967, Smithers was incorporated as a town. Driftwood 
Canyon Provincial Park, 10 kilometres (6.2 mi) from Smithers was created in 1967.


Above Photo: February 2016 - Winter's snowfall on the 
mountains in Smithers, British Columbia.

Visitor Centre Smithers:

Map/Directions:

Brian Vike’s blog, please contact me at b_vike@telus.net

Photos by Brian Vike, Houston, British Columbia.

Monday, October 24, 2016

Water Rescue On The Telkwa And Bulkley Rivers Telkwa British Columbia (Pictures)


Above Photo: I took some pictures on September 11, 2016 of the 
two bridges and the Telkwa Fire Rescue practicing in the 
Bulkley River in Telkwa, British Columbia. Telkwa is Houston's neighbor.

For larger view of the photos, click on the picture.

You can also view the pictures that I have been taking around Houston, B.C. at my 
Pinterest Account:

Also, I hope you enjoy the photos that I have taken around
our beautiful town of  Houston, B.C. and our other neighbors along Highway 16.


Above Photo: I took some pictures on September 11, 2016 of the 
two bridges and the Telkwa Fire Rescue practicing in the 
Bulkley River in Telkwa, British Columbia. Telkwa is Houston's neighbor.


Above Photo: I took some pictures on September 11, 2016 of the 
two bridges and the Telkwa Fire Rescue practicing in the 
Bulkley River in Telkwa, British Columbia. Telkwa is Houston's neighbor.


Above Photo: I took some pictures on September 11, 2016 of the 
two bridges and the Telkwa Fire Rescue practicing in the 
Bulkley River in Telkwa, British Columbia. Telkwa is Houston's neighbor.

The Bulkley River is another of my favorite places to sit and watch the river flow by.

Telkwa has the well known two bridges which are just beautiful and where 
two rivers meet, the Telkwa River which runs into the Bulkley River. 


Above Photo: I took some pictures on September 11, 2016 of the 
two bridges and the Telkwa Fire Rescue practicing in the 
Bulkley River in Telkwa, British Columbia. Telkwa is Houston's neighbor.


Brian Vike’s blog, please contact me at b_vike@telus.net

Photos by Brian Vike, Houston, British Columbia.

Thursday, October 6, 2016

Red And Golden Leaves In The Steelhead Park Houston British Columbia (Pictures)


Above Photo: The pictures were taken on September 27, 2016
in our beautiful Steelhead Park in Houston, British Columbia.

For larger view of the photos, click on the picture.

You can also view the pictures that I have been taking around Houston, B.C. at my
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Also, I hope you enjoy the photos that I have taken around our beautiful town.


Above Photo: The pictures were taken on September 27, 2016
in our beautiful Steelhead Park in Houston, British Columbia.

If you would like to check out our Steelhead Park, you can’t miss it as it
runs right along side Highway 16 through the district of Houston, B.C. 

Houston has Canada’s largest fly rod and reel and make sure you take 
a stroll through the park and sit beside the Steelhead Park fountain.


Above Photo: The pictures were taken on September 27, 2016
in our beautiful Steelhead Park in Houston, British Columbia.

Also on display in a glass case is a 975 pound grizzly bear that was responsible for 
killing numerous cattle around Houston.


Above Photo: The pictures were taken on September 27, 2016
in our beautiful Steelhead Park in Houston, British Columbia.

Below are a few links to some of the things that you can see in our Steelhead Park.

Steelhead fountain sculpture in the Steelhead Park.
http://britishcolumbiavike.blogspot.ca/2016/02/2016-steelhead-fountain-sculpture.html

Night photos of the Steelhead fountain sculpture Steelhead Park.
http://houston-british-columbia-canada.blogspot.ca/2016/05/night-photos-steelhead-fountain-houston.html

975 pound Hungry Hill grizzly bear on display in our Steelhead Park Visitors Centre.
http://britishcolumbiavike.blogspot.ca/2015/11/massive-975-pound-grizzly-bear-on.html

Canada's largest fly fishing rod and reel which is found in the Steelhead Park.
http://britishcolumbiavike.blogspot.ca/2016/03/canadas-largest-fly-rod-houston-british.html


Above Photo: The pictures were taken on September 27, 2016
in our beautiful Steelhead Park and Canada's largest 
fly fishing rod in Houston, British Columbia.

Brian Vike’s blog, please contact me at b_vike@telus.net

Photos by Brian Vike, Houston, British Columbia.

Monday, October 3, 2016

Fall Season At Rose Lake British Columbia (Pictures)


Above Photo: The pictures were taken on September 28, 2016
 at Rose Lake, British Columbia.

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You can also view the pictures that I have been taking around Houston, B.C. at my
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On our way out to Burns Lake the other day my wife and I stopped at the Rose Lake
camping site which is on the shore of Rose Lake and right along Highway 16. 


Above Photo: The pictures were taken on September 28, 2016
 at Rose Lake, British Columbia.


Above Photo: The pictures were taken on September 28, 2016
 at Rose Lake, British Columbia.


Above Photo: The pictures were taken on September 28, 2016
 at Rose Lake, British Columbia.

The people in the community of Rose Lake have come together providing a nice camp site. 
There are grassy spots to erect a tent on, there are pit toilets, picnic tables 
and a great covered area should the weather turn bad.


Above Photo: The pictures were taken on September 28, 2016
 at Rose Lake, British Columbia.

Rose Lake is a small, but beautiful lake to fish on, or you just 
might like to paddle around the lake. In summer you can jump 
in and go swimming or just lay back on a lawn chair and soak up the sun. 

So if you are planning a trip that will take you by Rose Lake, 
British Columbia make sure you stop by and take a break.


Above Photo: The pictures were taken on September 28, 2016
 at Rose Lake, British Columbia.

Rose Lake is an unincorporated community on the Yellowhead Highway in 
the Bulkley Valley region of northwestern British Columbia, Canada.


Above Photo: The pictures were taken on September 28, 2016
 at Rose Lake, British Columbia.

It's name is derived from the nearby water body Rose Lake. 
The community and the lake are along the northern mainline of the 
Canadian National Railway just northeast of Bulkley Lake.


Brian Vike’s blog, please contact me at b_vike@telus.net

Photos by Brian Vike, Houston, British Columbia.

Sunday, October 2, 2016

Boats Moored At The Public Marina On Babine Lake Granisle British Columbia (Pictures)


Above Photo: I took the pictures on August 28, 2016 of the
public marina on Babine Lake.

For larger view of the photos, click on the picture.

You can also view the pictures that I have been taking around Houston, B.C. at my
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Babine Lake is the longest (153 km/95 miles) natural lake in 
British Columbia, Canada and is located northeast of the town of 
Burns Lake in central British Columbia, some 177 km (110 mi) 
west northwest of the city of Prince George.


Above Photo: I took the pictures on August 28, 2016 of  Babine Lake.

In the past I fished Babine Lake and have caught some really nice fish.
In the lake you can catch large Rainbow Trout to 12 pounds, Cutthroat 
up to 2 pounds, Lake Trout (Char) up to 35 pounds, 
Kokanee, Burbot and Sockeye salmon.


Above Photo: I took the pictures on August 28, 2016 of the
public marina on Babine Lake.

Many fly fish what they call Rainbow Alley and 
hook into many beautiful rainbow trout.


Above Photo: I took the pictures on August 28, 2016 of the
public marina on Babine Lake.

Rainbow Alley – Trout Fishing on Babine Lake.
http://www.bulkleysteelhead.com/package/rainbow-alley-%E2%80%93-trout-fishing


Above Photo: I took the pictures on August 28, 2016 of the
public marina on Babine Lake.

Brian Vike’s blog, please contact me at b_vike@telus.net

Photos by Brian Vike, Houston, British Columbia.

Sunday, September 25, 2016

Old Cabin Houston British Columbia


Above Photo: The picture was taken on September 13, 2016 of a
old cabin in Houston, British Columbia.

For larger view of the photos, click on the picture.

You can also view the pictures that I have been taking around Houston, B.C. at my 
Pinterest Account:

Also, I hope you enjoy the photos that I have taken around
our beautiful town of Houston in British Columbia, and other
neighboring communities along Highway 16.


Above Photo: The picture was taken on September 13, 2016 of a
old cabin in Houston, British Columbia.

For me, I love taking pictures of rivers and streams, lakes, animals or 
nature in general and I hope I will be able to continue visiting 
everything British Columbia has to offer me and you.


Brian Vike’s blog, please contact me at b_vike@telus.net

Photos by Brian Vike, Houston, British Columbia.

Beautiful Small Creek Houston British Columbia (Pictures)


Above Photo: I took the pictures on September 24, 2016 of a beautiful 
small creek just outside Houston, British Columbia. 

For larger view of the photos, click on the picture.

You can also view the pictures that I have been taking around Houston, B.C. at my 
Pinterest Account:

Also, I hope you enjoy the photos that I have taken around our beautiful town.


Above Photo: I took the pictures on September 24, 2016 of a beautiful 
small creek just outside Houston, British Columbia. 


Above Photo: I took the pictures on September 24, 2016 of a beautiful 
small creek just outside Houston, British Columbia. 

Fall is in full swing and I am out and about taking photos of it.
Also I am finding some really pretty spots in and around Houston.


Above Photo: I took the pictures on September 24, 2016 of a beautiful 
small creek just outside Houston, British Columbia. 

Before long things will be white in color and into another 
long cold winter in which I am not looking forward too.


Brian Vike’s blog, please contact me at b_vike@telus.net

Photos by Brian Vike, Houston, British Columbia.

Friday, September 23, 2016

Old Bridge Pilings Little Bulkley River Houston British Columbia (Pictures)


Above Photo: I took some pictures on September 12, 2016 of the old
bridge pilings on the Little Bulkley River in Houston, British Columbia. 

For larger view of the photos, click on the picture.

You can also view the pictures that I have been taking around Houston, B.C. at my 
Pinterest Account:

Also, I hope you enjoy the photos that I have taken around our beautiful town.


Above Photo: I took some pictures on September 12, 2016 of the old
bridge pilings on the Little Bulkley River in Houston, British Columbia. 


Above Photo: I took some pictures on September 12, 2016 of the old
bridge pilings on the Little Bulkley River in Houston, British Columbia. 

The Bulkley River is such a scenic river know where you view
it from and this is why I love to film the river.


Above Photo: I took some pictures on September 12, 2016 of the old
bridge pilings on the Little Bulkley River in Houston, British Columbia. 


Brian Vike’s blog, please contact me at b_vike@telus.net

Photos by Brian Vike, Houston, British Columbia.

Thursday, September 22, 2016

Fall On A Small Creek Houston British Columbia (Pictures)


Above Photo: I took the pictures on September 22, 2016 of a beautiful 
small creek just outside Houston, British Columbia. 

For larger view of the photos, click on the picture.

You can also view the pictures that I have been taking around Houston, B.C. at my 
Pinterest Account:

Also, I hope you enjoy the photos that I have taken around our beautiful town.


Above Photo: I took the pictures on September 22, 2016 of a beautiful 
small creek just outside Houston, British Columbia. 

It looked so nice with all the leaves that sat in 
the creek, and along it’s banks. Fall really is here.


Above Photo: I took the pictures on September 22, 2016 of a beautiful 
small creek just outside Houston, British Columbia. 

Fall is in full swing and I am out and about taking photos of it.
Also I am finding some really pretty spots in and around Houston.


Above Photo: I took the pictures on September 22, 2016 of a beautiful 
small creek just outside Houston, British Columbia. 

Before long things will be white in color and into another 
long cold winter in which I am not looking forward too.


Brian Vike’s blog, please contact me at b_vike@telus.net

Photos by Brian Vike, Houston, British Columbia.