Following on the heels of the coldest February on record, one wonders, Spring? Is that you? Photo by David Ward.
Spud Valley Nordics is fundraising for a new snowmobile for track setting – want to help?
The Spud Valley Nordic Association needs to raise $2500 by March 30, in order to show community support and matching funds, to apply for grants, that will purchase a new snowmobile for grooming and track setting the cross country trails for the club's events and programs. Their old workhorse sled is now 20 years … Continue reading Spud Valley Nordics is fundraising for a new snowmobile for track setting – want to help?
Pemberton Secondary School’s Coffee House returns, March 6, as a fundraiser for the Ast-Kindree family
A host of upcoming local events will held in dedication to Bo, Kat Ast and Jeff Kindree, that we might support this local family in whatever ways we can - financially, in spirit, and by coming together with focus, intention and huge waves of love. We'll share forthcoming events as we learn details. #MarchStrongforBo
Potato growing in Pemberton: what’s the deal? Learn all you need to know at free seminar, Saturday, March 2
What does it mean to grow potatoes in the seed potato capital of Canada? What does that big blue sign at the entrance of town mean for gardeners and growers? And why can't you plant potatoes near tomatoes? All the questions you never thought to ask, and more, will be answered on Saturday, as grower … Continue reading Potato growing in Pemberton: what’s the deal? Learn all you need to know at free seminar, Saturday, March 2
Package your seeds up to swap, at Seedy Saturday, March 30
Dreaming of dirt? Seedy Saturday is the best way to kick off the growing season - at the Downtown Barn, swap seeds, visit with vendors, take in some tunes and enjoy some workshops, to help get you set for spring.
Spring Leisure Guide is out. Registration opens Feb 27 at 9am
The Pemberton & District Community Centre's Spring Leisure Guide is out. Registration opens Wednesday, February 27 at 9 am Visit: slrd.bc.ca/pemrec-register
Wednesday is Pink Shirt Day
Pink isn't really my colour. But it's more my colour than cruelty. I was a bully. I was bullied. I defended other kids. I didn't. It's not black and white. It's not easy to solve.But it hurts. And I think wearing pink is one simple act of courage, to stand up for something, that builds … Continue reading Wednesday is Pink Shirt Day
The SLRD seeks your thoughts on short-term rentals – Survey live until March 7
The Squamish-Lillooet Regional District (SLRD) Board and staff are seeking your input on short-term rentals in the SLRD. At the January 30, 2019 SLRD Board meeting, the Board requested a survey be conducted in order to gain community input into the Board's direction regarding short-term rentals. You input will help shape the Board's future direction … Continue reading The SLRD seeks your thoughts on short-term rentals – Survey live until March 7
Lara Parnell instagrams her take on wellness
Wellness is family hikes, an office with a view, kitchen dance parties while cooking up a storm, wondering if maybe you need a better filing system for your fitness class notes, and X Box Just Dance... Everyone has a different path. I always love seeing the way wellness finds expression in our community, and discovering … Continue reading Lara Parnell instagrams her take on wellness
Walk down Birdy Way where the Evening Grosbeaks, Pinesiskins and Red Crossbills play
File under "Winter birds of Pemberton". On Thursday, John Tschopp came across this flock of Evening Grosbeaks, within sight of the Pinesiskens and red Crossbills, causing him to observe that "the road along Miller Creek is very 'birdy.'" So if you're feeling birdy, you know where to go.
The Wellness Almanac 