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  • A Visitors Guide to Nelson’s Most Iconic Bars

    A Visitors Guide to Nelson’s Most Iconic Bars

    After a day well spent exploring all Nelson has to offer, it’s time to relax and kick back with a tasty beverage or two. Nelson has some incredible options for funky cocktails and some establishments…

  • Where to Eat in Nelson: Visitors Guide

    Where to Eat in Nelson: Visitors Guide

    Nelson punches way above its weight class when it comes to restaurant choices. The culinary scene here is thriving, with each major worldwide cuisine being well represented. This is a town where only the best…

  • Dog Friendly Beaches in the Kootenays

    Dog Friendly Beaches in the Kootenays

    While many of the trails and parks in the Kootenays are dog-friendly, finding a beach you can take your dog to requires a bit more planning. Here’s a guide to dog-friendly beaches in Nelson, Kaslo, Castlegar, and Trail.…

  • Nelson Night Market: Creative Community Connection

    Nelson Night Market: Creative Community Connection

    Amongst all the crafty, artsy towns in the Kootenays, Nelson has always stood out as a creative hub for the area, full of all sorts of artisans. It’s a town where vendors selling handmade candles…

  • And the Winner Is… Announcing the Winners of Nelson’s 14 Days of Poutine 2024!

    And the Winner Is… Announcing the Winners of Nelson’s 14 Days of Poutine 2024!

    Well the dust has settled, the gravy boats have run dry, and Nelson’s annual poutine extravaganza, the 14 Days of Poutine, has come to a delicious end!  From April 22nd to May 5th, restaurants across the city battled it out…

  • Beyond Brunch: Celebrate Mom with Unforgettable Mother’s Day Experiences

    Beyond Brunch: Celebrate Mom with Unforgettable Mother’s Day Experiences

    Mother’s Day is a time to shower the amazing women in our lives with love and appreciation. While it’s always a safe bet to take Mom out for brunch, why not explore some creative alternatives this year? …

  • Places In & Around Nelson to Walk Your Dog

    Places In & Around Nelson to Walk Your Dog

    If you’ve had a dog for a while, you’ve figured out your favourite route by now. Dogs are creatures of habit, after all, and so are we! But when the sun is shining and your…

  • Affordable Eats: Cheap Lunch & Dinner Restaurants in Nelson

    Affordable Eats: Cheap Lunch & Dinner Restaurants in Nelson

    Getting out and exploring the community involves plenty of sustenance, and cheap food in Nelson is something we can ALL get behind! Nelson has north of 50 restaurants, many of which offer incredible value –…

  • Uncover Hidden Waterfalls in the West Kootenay

    Uncover Hidden Waterfalls in the West Kootenay

    Cascading down mountainsides, plunging into crystal-clear pools, and surrounded by mossy green forests – waterfalls in the West Kootenay are a sight to behold. The area has an abundance of these natural wonders, each unique…

  • Explore Rail Trails In The Kootenays

    Explore Rail Trails In The Kootenays

    In the late 19th and early 20th Century, the Kootenays were once a hotspot for commerce and trade. Steam powered sternwheelers travelled up and down the Columbia River from Revelstoke down to Trail, connecting the…