burns lake & lakes district tourist book 2012

WelcomeWelcometoto Burns LakeBurns Lake

and theand the Lakes DistrictLakes District

We have lots of wildlife, 3000 miles of fi shing,We have lots of wildlife, 3000 miles of fi shing,mountain biking, hiking and much, much more!mountain biking, hiking and much, much more!

Lakes District News Production • May 2012 • Black PressWe would like to acknowledge the fi nancial aid to publish this book

from the Regional District Bulkley-Nechako Area E & B

Explore Burns Lake & the Lakes District - Summer 2012

Takysie Lake has long been a family favourite for everyone

from locals to Europeans. Whether you are camping, RV’ing or need accommodations, you can nd it all at Takysie Lake Resort. We invite you to enjoy this beautiful part of British Columbia and have an experience that will keep you coming back year after year like so many of our “regulars”!Takysie Lake is the perfect area for anyone who enjoys the outdoors. Get in some shing time, snap some pictures of the eagles or ospreys, or take a boat ride to catch a glimpse of a moose on the island, all the while listening to the loons that return here every year. This is where you go to relax. Are you visiting during hunting season? This is the place to be.While staying with us, take a day trip and explore one of the many surrounding lakes which also boast great shing and wildlife viewing opportunities. The chances of seeing black bears, mule and white tail deer, moose, foxes, coyotes and countless birds are very good as you travel our back roads.We have everything you need here: Full suites, large lodges, rustic lakeside summer cabins, RV/Tent sites, Sani-Dump station, guest docks, boat launch, as well as oat plane docking, boat, canoe and pedal boat rentals, and laundry facilities.Did you forget something? We have you covered with a Licensed Café,

General Store, Liquor Store, ATM, reworks, oil products, gas and diesel, auto and cylinder propane, shing and hunting licenses, retail stamp shop, live bait, tackle, local artwork and gifts – you name it – we most likely have it! And don’t forget to ask for some shing advice – it’s always on the house. We offer you everything you need for a great holiday getaway!For your convenience, we accept VISA, M/C, American Express, Debit, traveler’s cheques and cash.We look forward to your visit to Takysie Lake! This is where the sh are always jumping, the coffee is always hot, and the smiles are on the house!

TAKYSIE LAKE RESORT is your destination vacation resort. Go south from Burns Lake and take a spectacular free ferry ride across Francois Lake. Then continue straight ahead for 23 km along a scenic paved highway right to our front door and the shores of Takysie Lake.

TAKYSIE LAKE“The Lake of Many Jumping Fish”

Your Hosts, David and Rise’ Gruen welcome you to their little slice of paradise...

The Destination Vacation Spot of the Lakes District

We boast almost 3000’ of lakeshore, 11 cabins, 4 suites,over 40 RV sites and everything you could wish for:

• General Store & Licensed Dining• Gas, Diesel & Propane• Lakeside Cabins & Lodges• Fully Contained Suites• 15, 20 & 30 Amp Sites/Tentsites

• Motorboat, Pedalboat & Canoe Rentals• Liquor Sales & Fireworks• Bait, Licenses & Tackle• Play fi elds, swingsets & volleyball nets• Local Artistry & Souvenirs• Visa, M/C, Amex, Debit, Travellers Cheques & Cash

Your Hosts: David and Rise’ Gruen

37530 Eakin Settlement Rd.Burns Lake, BC

Canada V0J 1E4Toll Free: 1.877.694.3403

www.takysielakeresort.caEmail: [email protected]

TAKYSIE LAKE RESORTTAKYSIE LAKE RESORT Fantastic trout

fi shing!


If you’re seeking summer adventure in recreation, sports

or leisure, look no further than the Lakes District.

The name describes it well, with more than 3,000 miles of outdoor water recreation opportunities in the Lakes District. From Burns Lake - the ‘Heart of the Lakes District’ - outdoor adventurers can seek recreation within the smallest and the largest lakes in British Columbia, as our area has them both.

The lakes offer plenty of fi shing and boating opportunities. You can water ski, sailboard, or powerboat on most lakes, and many of our smaller bodies of water are excellent for canoeing and kayaking. Burns Lake, with its many bays, islands, and hidden inlets, is perfect for paddling.

The Lakes District has many other outdoor activities for those that prefer to have both feet on the ground and out of water. There are more than two dozen recreation sites and hiking trails throughout the region, as well as mountain bike trails on Boer Mountain. Walking trails within the village include two of the areas’ most popular, Eveneshen and Rod Reid trails.It’s a perfect way to unwind after a long day on the road.

There is a variety of wildlife that you may see during your travels through the Lakes District. The area has healthy populations of deer, bear, and moose, and it is a favourite resting place for migratory birds - all of which make it popular with photographers and hunters alike.

Of course, a holiday in the Lakes District would not be complete without a visit to B.C.’s smallest Provincial park Deadman’s Island in Burns Lake or one of its largest protected areas Tweedsmuir Park. Burns Lake is the gateway to both parks, which offer travelers a unique recreational experience that won’t soon be forgotten.

A perfect place to stay during your visit is at our FREE campground at the Burns Lake Spirit Square right on the lake. A children’s playground, modern washrooms, beach and covered picnic areas will enhance you lakeside camping experience.

The Lakes District has something for everyone and every year the list of outdoor recreation activities keeps growing.

Our local merchants can provide visitors with all the goods and services they will need after a long day in our “great outdoors”. You will fi nd the small town atmosphere of Burns Lake warm and friendly, too. - and its residents eager to please.

Come visit beautiful Burns Lake & area for a summer adventure


Burns Lake & Lakes District Map of AreaDay Lake

Bulkley LakePinkut Lake

Decker Lake

Taltapin Lake

Augier Lake

Division Lake

Maxan Lake

Burns Lake

Tchesinkut Lake

Francois Lake

Mollice Lake

Uncha Lake

Binta Lake

Wapoose Lake

Takysie Lake

Cheslatta Lake

Knapp Lake

Ootsa Lake


Emergency Numbers911Police Local: 250-692-7171Ambulance 1-800-461-9911Fire Local: 250-692-3555Forest Fire Reports 1-800-663-5555Conservation Offi cers 250-692-7777

Other ImportantNumbers:

Lakes District Hospital 250-692-2400Burns Lake Medical Clinic250-692-3111Village of Burns Lake 250-692-7587Regional District ofBulkley-Nechako 250-692-3195Burns Lake Public Library250-692-3192Lakeview Dental 250-692-7791Burns Lake Dental 250-692-3103 Eckland Denture Clinic 250-692-7626

Community Information

Landfi ll/Transfer Station Hours:Monday - Friday: 8am - 6pmSaturday & Sunday: 10am - 6pm

Free Sani Dump StationLocated on Railway Ave.

23 - 3rd Ave. Box 309, Burns Lake, BC, V0J 1E0 • Phone: [email protected] • [email protected] • www.ldnews.net

LAKES DISTRICT

NEWSA Division of

Your local community newspaper

Wednesday, April 25, 2012 Volume 92 - No. 17 www.ldnews.net

$1.34 HST inc.

Day of Mourning ceremony scheduled for Burns Lake. p3

RDBN’s rural directors not happy with government’s timber audit. p5

Phone: 250.692.1700 • Fax: 250.692.1750 • Toll Free: 1.866.692.1943

545 Highway 16 West • PO Box 5000, Burns Lake, BC • V0J 1E0

Email: [email protected] • Website: www.cnc.bc.ca/lakesdistrict

Last Chancethis Semester! Call for funding options.

Essential Skills for Small Water SystemsMay 2 to June 29.Brush up on skills necessary to enter

TRU’s Small Water System Operations Program to be offered in July.

Site control handed back to Hampton AffiliatesNo set time line for Shell brownfield remediation

REBECCA BILLARDThe on site portion of the investigation

into the Jan. 20, 2012 explosion and fire at

Babine Forest Products wrapped up late last

week.According to Scott McCloy WorkSafe BC

director of communications, WorkSafe BC

have concluded the first phase of its investi-

gation into the incident.“The first phase of the investigation has

concluded and we vacated and released the

site to the employer on April 19,” said Jeff

Dolan, director of investigations for Work-

Safe BC. “Our focus now will be on the test-

ing and analysis of the evidence we gathered

over the past 12 weeks,” he said.

WorkSafe BC has had an investigative

team at the site since the incident and has

examined the complex and hazardous site

for potential ignition and fuel sources that

caused the explosion. In recent weeks, cranes and other heavy

equipment were brought in to selectively

remove debris and allow access to areas of

interest within the site. Dolan said, “At this time, all pertinent ar-

eas of interest have been fully examined and

all evidence has been removed for further

detailed analysis and lab testing to identify

the causal and underlying factors that led to

the explosion.”WorkSafe BC has been the lead agency of

REBECCA BILLARDAccording to Jeff Gabert from Shell Can-

ada communications, there is no set time

line for the clean up of the disused Shell site

in downtown Burns Lake.Gabert said there is still more testing to

be done at the site, which will take as long

as necessary to insure the site is properly re-

mediated. “It is important not to have a time

line and not to rush along with this type of

work,” he said.Further drilling was recently conducted

at the site as part of the remediation process

in order to determine what kind of contami-

nants exist on the property.Gabert said, “We have conducted further

drilling at the site and we are planning to

move forward with remediation ... we need

to understand what type of contamination is

present so that we can make the right plan

for remediation of the site. The Village of

Burns Lake is involved as well as Husky Oil

Ltd. and the Ministry of Environment so it is

a team effort.”The Burns Lake Shell station officially

closed its doors on Dec. 3, 2008 and in 2009

a demolition permit was issued. The struc-

ture was demolished in 2010 and the Minis-

try of Environment has since restricted any

future use by imposing a detailed site inves-

tigation requirement.Suntanu Dalal, Ministry of Environment

WorkSafe BC on site investigation wraps upDrilling work adds more monitoring wells

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SPECIAL TRIBUTELocal Grade 10 Lakes District Secondary School student, Kimberley Lagimodiere who is the Lakes District Arts Council, Arts For Youth director, joined the Denis Chang Quartet on stage during their concert last weekend, for a rendition of Celine Dion’s ‘My Heart Will Go On’ from the movie Titanic, to honour the 100 year anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic this month. For more pictures go to www.ldnews.net or ‘Like’ Lakes District News on Facebook.

Rebecca Billard photo

A&W 250-692-0049Lakeland Hotel 250-692-7771Dragon Palace 250-692-7612China Moon Restaurant250-692-7411Mulvaney’s Pub 250-692-3078Grapevine Pub and Bistro 250-692-0068KFC 250-692-3020Pan Handle Restaurant250-692-3316Pizzarama 250-692-7900Root 16 250-692-7787 Sanbar 250-692-7538

Subway 250-692-4124New Leaf Café 250-692-3800Redfern’s Coffee House250-692-7379Bagel Boy Café 250-692-3223Wagon Wheel Drive-in

250-695-6486

Southside Restaurants:

Keefe’s Landing Café

250-694-3375

Grassy Plains Country

Restaurant 250-694-3393

Takysie Lake Restaurant

250-694-3403

Restaurant Directory:

Island Gospel Fellowship 250-692-7551Grassy Plains Gospel Church 250-694-3329Immaculata Catholic Church 250-692-3568The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints 250-695-6316 Decker Lake Mennonite Church 250-692-7057St. Paul’s United Church 250-692-7202Burns Lake Community Church 250-692-7949First Mennonite Church 250-692-3259Burns Lake Pentecostal Church 250-692-7464Seventh Day Adventist Church Group 250-694-3745Old Landmarks Christian Fellowship 250-692-9196

Church Directory:


Stop by the Chamber of Commercefor friendly and helpful advice

540 Highway 16 W, P.O. Box 339, Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0 • Fax 250-692-3701

Burns Lake & DistrictBurns Lake & DistrictChamber of CommerceChamber of Commerce

Welcome to Burns Lake. Stop by our Chamber of Com-

merce - we are located right beside the Visitors Information Centre at the Heritage Centre in Burns Lake.The Burns Lake and District Cham-ber of Commerce is excited about the of ce renovation that it has recently completed. “We have re-freshed the look of the of ce and simpli ed the layout to make it more welcoming and less cluttered”, said Ron Zayac, the Vice President of the Chamber this year. “A number of the volunteer Chamber Directors have contributed labour and mem-ber businesses have added materi-als at cost to the renovation project. We are really excited about the new look”, he added.The Chamber Of ce and the Visi-tor Information Centre renovation

project was also assisted by nan-cial contributions from the Village of Burns Lake and the Regional District of Bulkley Nechako who both recognize the importance of a vibrant Chamber of Commerce and an attractive Visitor Centre.

The Chamber of Commerce is plan-ning an exciting year supporting and developing a number of programs to support local business. “We have been assisting the development of the Burns Lake Incentive Program (BLIP) that helps promote buying locally” said Zayac. “After the eco-nomic challenges of the past winter, a group of local businesses got to-gether to nd ways to help weath-er the storm. The BLIP program is one of the rst steps of the plan to help encourage local shopping which should result in helping keep

our local businesses viable.” The Chamber is actively pursuing other follow up programs to help support our business community, moving forward.

We are excited about the upcom-ing events planned for this summer. The Chamber of Commerce will be involved in a presenting a num-ber of events, in conjunction with other community groups, includ-ing the Canada Day Festivities and Business Excellence Awards. The Chamber provides a wide variety of services that support business in our community.

For more information call us at 250-692-3773 or email us at [email protected].

Heart of the Lakes District

Phone: 250-692-3773 • www.burnslakechamber.com


Vanderhoof Community Of ce 158 West Stewart Street PO Box 25 Vanderhoof, BC V0J 3A0 Phone: 250-567-5105

KENNEY DAM: Located 96 kilometres south of Vanderhoof. An awe-inspiring mountain of rock, gravel and clay, as high as St. Paul’s Cathedral of Egypt. The Kenney Dam measures 457 metres in width and 99 metres high. The downstream face of the dam is a spectacular sight of falls dropping 100 metres – greater than the height of a 32-storey building. The surface area of the reservoir is 910 square kilometres.

SKINS LAKE SPILLWAY CAMPGROUND: For those of you who enjoy camping and are looking for serene escape. This campground offers 20 campsites, covered cook house for picnics, outhouses, cold water taps, boat-launch and is free of charge. The campsite is a short walk to the Skin’s Lake Spillway – a spectacular view of the water making its way down to the Nechako River.

Burns Lake Community Of ceUnit 3B Highway 16 Evergreen MallPO Box 936Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0Phone: 250-692-4144


Nadina Lake Lodge... nature at its best awaits you with welcoming hosts

Nadina Lake Lodge is the perfect place to get away from it all. With no other lodges

or inhabitants nearby this is your opportunity to really unwind.Situated on Nadina Lake, south of Houston, British Columbia, Nadina Lake Lodge sits nestled near the base of the picturesque Sibola Mountain Range and offers the beauty of the Canadian wilderness at your doorstep.Nadina Lake offers world class shing opportunities with wild rainbow trout up to 12 pounds in size, dolly varden, bull trout and kokanee salmon are all on offer so come and

try your hand at landing the big one. Nadina Lake covers an area of eight miles so there are plenty of shing opportunities for avid anglers. Nadina Lake Lodge offers boat rentals and a boat launch.Fly shing, river shing, trolling, spin casting, lake shing or oat tubing are all permitted on Nadina Lake so why not drop in a line or two.Hunters take note as there are black bear, grizzly bear, wolf, moose, ptarmigan, mule deer, goat and grouse in abundance in the area around the lodge.Stay in one of the lodge’s cabins or bring your own RV. Outdoor plumbing with the cleanest biffys you’ve ever

seen! Showers are included, every couple of days. Nadina Lake Lodge also offers a variety of activities for those that love to play. Swimming in the lake, canoeing, mountain biking, hiking the trails, and kayaking are all on offer.Pets are welcome at Nadina Lake Lodge so no family member has to miss out on a great vacation.Anglers, Hunters or people just wanting to get away from it all need look no further than Nadina Lake Lodge.The lodge is open from June 1 to October 31 and is accessible by vehicle, oat y-in and helicopter. The fun and beauty of Nadina Lake Lodge is at your ngertips... and you have the invitation to stay and play.Just turn off Hwy. 16 onto Morice River Forest Service Rd., once on the Morice River F.S. road follow to km 56.5. Turn right on to the Nadina F.S. road. Follow to km 74, turn right. Follow the signs to the lodge (km 25.5 on the Thatsa F.S. road).

Brad & Wendy Thompson

Phone: 250.697.2355Box 99, Granisle, BC V0J 1W0

Email: [email protected]

• CABINS• CABINS• CAMPING• CAMPING• BOAT/MOTOR RENTAL• BOAT/MOTOR RENTAL

• CANOE RENTAL• CANOE RENTAL• BIG FISH• BIG FISH• BIG SMILES• BIG SMILES

Nadina Lake LodgeNadina Lake Lodge

~ Trophy Rainbow Fishing ~ Exceptional Scenery & Wildlife Viewing ~

Open June 1st until October 31st


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LAKES DISTRICT

COUNCIL

2009 BC Touring CouncilPresenters of the Year

2011 Burns Lake and District Chamber of CommerceBusiness of the Year Nominee

www.lakesdistrictarts.com

supported in part by:

Our 2012/2013 season includes:

The Sojourners

Seriously SoulfulSounds

David MylesEast Coast folk and

world rhythms

Ballet Jörgen Canadapresents ‘Swan Lake’

CadenceFour men. Four mics.

No instruments.Pure excitement!

“A world 0f opportunities

within our region”

Proudly presenting live professional entertainment,

local entertainers,local artists and crafters.

nd

The Golden ViolinEmbark on a musical

journey

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Red ChamberSecrets of theChinese Court. Passions of the West.

The British Columbia

Boys ChoirRing in the 2012

Christmas Season


Enjoy our local recreation spotsAs the name implies, the Lakes

District and area is known for its amazing lakes and boating opportunities. And whether you are looking for the calm and quiet and relaxing experience of canoeing, kayaking, or sailing, or the adrenalin rush of water skiing, or power boating, you will fi nd a lake in the Lakes District perfect for your brand of summer fun.

The Burns Lake area offers more than 300 fi shing lakes between the Fraser and Skeena River watersheds. (See map on page 4)

Be sure to bring your camera, because the Burns Lake area offers wildlife viewing at its best. Much of this pristine wilderness area has remained untouched by civilization and is home to eagles and ospreys, deer, moose, coyotes, wolves, and bears.

Burns Lake is the largest community and service centre for the entire Lakes District, here boaters can fi nd everything they need, including recreational facilities such as a marina, boat moorage and boat launches, parks, beaches, tennis courts, curling club, museum, hiking and mountain biking trails.

Here are a few camping & boating facilities.

Augier Lake: boat launch, fi shing, boating, canoe/kayak, and swimming. Attractive beach and view.

Binta Lake South/North: boat launch, fi shing, boating, and canoe/kayak. Sheltered bay.

Colleymount (on Francois Lake): boat launch, fi shing, and canoe/kayak. Stocked lake.

Division Lake: boat launch, fi shing, and canoe/kayak.

Eagle Creek: hiking. Two km hike to opal/agate beds, view of Burns Lake and area.

Francois Lake: boat launch (cartop), fi shing, and canoe/kayak.

Government Point (on Francois Lake): boat launch, fi shing, boating, and swimming.

Guyishton Lake: boat launch (cartop), fi shing and canoe/kayak. 4wd required when wet.

Indian Bay (on southside of Francois Lake): boat launch (cartop), fi shing, boating, beach and swimming.

Knapp Lake: boat launch, fi shing and canoe/kayak. Windy access, narrow road, and slippery when wet.

Lund Lake: boat launch (cartop), fi shing, boating, and canoe/kayak. Quiet campsite.

Maxan Lake: boat launch, boating, fi shing, canoe/kayak, sheltered beach and camp sites.

McLure Pit (on Francois Lake): Boat launch, fi shing, and canoe/kayak. Small

pebble beach.Mollice Lake: boat launch, fi shing,

and canoe/kayak. Adjacent to local farms.

Moose Lake: boat launch, fi shing and canoe/kayak. Narrow road, very slippery when wet.

Ootsa Lake: boat launch, fi shing, and boating. Very scenic, subject to strong winds.

Pinkut Lake: boat launch, fi shing, boating, canoe/kayak, and swimming.

Richmond Lake: boat launch (cartop), fi shing, and canoe/kayak. Only suitable for 4wd.

Takysie Lake: boat launch, fi shing, and canoe/kayak.

Taltapin Lake: boat launch, fi shing, and canoe/kayak.

Trout Lake: boat launch (cartop), fi shing and canoe/kayak.

Uncha Lake: boat launch, fi shing, canoe/kayak, and swimming.


Sandy’s RV and Camping Resort offers you a relaxing getaway spot on Francois LakeSandy’s Resort is located on beautiful

Francois Lake, BC. Francois Lake is situated in the geographical center of beautiful British Columbia. At 110 kms (68 miles), it is the second longest natural lake in the province. This pristine lake is located 30 kms (19 miles) south of Burns Lake. Francois Lake is cold and deep - some reports reaching as much as 1000 feet. The lake provides excellent shing for rainbow trout and char (lake trout). Once you have turned on to Hwy. #35, south of Burns Lake, drive pass the ferry landing for 6 kms on Colleymount Road - you can’t miss us on the left.This beautiful lake front resort has full hook ups for any size RV, cabins and lots of space for tenting.Also available is boat rentals, boat launch, shing licenses and bait. For your convenience

there is a small store with lots of amenities available for the traveller. Sandy’s Resort also offers an in campsite shing derby for all their guest third weekend in July.Chris and Sheila your hosts - invite you out to spend a great summer at Sandy’s Resort.

Sandy’s Sandy’s RV & Camping ResortRV & Camping Resort

6549 Colleymount Road, Burns Lake BC V0J 1E2 • email: [email protected]

Phone: 250-695-6321

• Full Hook up• Cabins

• Tenting• Store

• Boat rental• Boat launch

• Licenses• Bait

Located 6 kms past the Ferry Landing West on Colleymount Road, Francois Lake, B.C.

Your Hosts ~Sheila & Chris Lovas


Locally Owned & Operated -BVCU returned over $1,000,000 to our

members and local communitiesin the past year alone.

Where ever you travel there is acredit union close by!

Lakes District BranchHwy. 16 Lakeview Mall, Burns Lake B.C.

Phone: 250-692-7761 • [email protected] Hours: Monday - Thursday 9:30am - 5:00pm

Friday 10:00am - 6:00pm

Houston & District Branch 2365 Copeland Avenue, Houston B.C.

Phone: 250-845-7117 • [email protected] Hours: Tuesday - Thursday 9:30am - 5:00pm

Friday 9:30am - 6:00pm • Saturday 9:30am - 3:00pm

Smithers Branch3894 1st Avenue, Smithers B.C.

Phone: 250-847-3255 • [email protected]

Hours: Monday - Thursday 9:30am - 5:00pmFriday 9:30am - 6:00pm • Saturday 9:30am - 1:00pm

Hazeltons’ Branch 4646 10th Avenue, New Hazelton B.C.

Phone: 250-842-2255 • [email protected]

Hours: Monday - Thursday 9:30am - 4:00pmFriday 9:30am - 6:00pm

www.bvcu.com2012 International Year of Co-operatives

Credit Unions Build a Better World


The history of Burns Lake is rich in First Nations history, culture,

and legend. This is because long be-fore the arrival of Europeans, several distinct groups of First Nation people inhabited the area. Today Burns Lake has six native bands - Cheslatta Car-rier Nation, Lake Babine Nation, Burns Lake Band, Wet’suwet’en, Nee-Tahi-Buhn Band, and Skin Tyee.

First Nations lived in the Lakes Dis-trict as hunters and gatherers. Living from the land, the fi rst inhabitants of this land have many tradi-tions that have carried through today. The First Nations have

always

h a r -v e s t e d

f r u i t s , plants and fi sh for food as well as medical purposes. The societ-ies of First Nations in this area were historically matriarchal societies. Their social and economic structure is and has always been centered around the potlatch, an im-portant celebration held at major events, such as births, marriages, and deaths. Potlatches were historically an important economic, political, and social

organization. Today, it remains an important aspect of the First Nation culture.

Burns Lake joins annually to cel-ebrate this heritage during our an-nual Aboriginal Day. T h i s day is held in recog- n i t ion of the important con- tr ibu-tions that First Nations people have made in

our community and society. The day kicks off with a parade, featuring el-ders, dancers, and drummers each wearing beautifully handcrafted re-galia.

The celebration then continues at the Radley Beach, where people from all cultural backgrounds get an opportunity to try traditional cuisine, such as salmon, moose and bea-ver each prepared in the customary

fashions. This event simply wouldn’t

be the same without its astounding range of tradi-tional and contemporary

entertainers. Any-thing from country, to gospel, to traditional drumming can be enjoyed and help to keep the party go-ing.

The gathering also includes a range of

fun and traditional games, such as leg

wrestling, snowshoe rac-es, an ice cream contest and stick-pull. The craft booths are open all day, selling a range of one-of-a-kind handicrafts, such as jewelry, cloth-ing, and artifacts.

If you are in the area on June 21, be sure to join the celebra-tion and learn more

about these important Native cultural groups in our area.

Join us for Aboriginal Day June 21


Stop by our unique gift, souvenirand art gallery when you’re in town

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250-692-3434 • toll free 1-888-990-2298

New Summer Hours: Monday: Noon to 5 pm

Tuesday to Friday: 10 am to 5 pmSaturday: 10 am to 3 pm

There is a little art gallery situated in Burns Lake, B.C. where you are

always guaranteed to receive a warm greeting, a smile and also nd that extra special something. Process 4 circle arts Gallery can be found at 425 Yellowhead Hwy 16 and 3rd Ave., in downtown Burns Lake. The gallery is easy to nd, just follow the highway through town and you will nd Process 4 circle arts Gallery. Owner, Wayne Brown has the gallery fully stocked with local works of original art such as paintings, sculptures, and pottery. The Lakes District is home to some wonderful artists and Process 4 circle arts Gallery is a one stop shop to immerse yourself in the talent of local artists and to also take a little piece of Burns Lake home with you.Process 4 Gallery also provides a picture framing service and can frame your work

of art in a variety of colours and framing styles to suit any decor and budget.Wayne custom frames the art works on display right on the premises of Process 4 Gallery.If you are looking for an original gift for that special someone, or just looking to purchase

something that is unique, the shelves in Process 4 Gallery offer an abundance of choices.From sachets of decadent hot

chocolate mixes, a selection of

Fair Trade coffees,ancient

S o u t h Amer ican

herbal teas, Yerba Mate, CD compilations to relax your mind, body and soul, books to warm your heart, beautiful gift cards and distinctive pottery for that one of a kind gift that just can not be purchased a n y w h e r e else in town, jewellery, intricate silver tableware in native designs.

Process 4 circle arts Gallery is your destination.For those that value the purchase of something that is exceptional and not commonplace, for the lovers of ne art,and for the lovers of decadent treats to spoil yourself or the one you love there is no better place than Process 4 circle artsGallery.

Come in and visit Wayne, look around, who knows what you

may nd. Process 4 circle arts Gallery

has something for everyone, the little gallery with big choices

in the centre of Burns Lake.

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NORALEE RESORT

Located at the West End of Francois Lake

Call & reserve your spot today

250-695-6399

The fi shing is great, boat ramp available, and dock. Restaurant is open everyday... Cabins and RV sites available.

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For a holiday of fi shing, hunting or relaxing - make it the Noralee Resort on Francois Lake

A beautiful site on Francois Lake to relax in one of our cabins, or bring

your RV. We have a restaurant open from 8:00am to 8:00pm everyday for those days you don’t feel like cooking and a store with the supplies you forgot. Eight cabins, all have kitchens and bathrooms. All bedding, dishes etc. supplied. We also have full hookup and no hook up campsites, a boat launch and dock. The sh are biting, hunting is great or just come for a peaceful and relaxing get away.Check out our website www.noraleeresort.com or phone to book a cabin or campsite.

Highway 35, south of Burns Lake takes you to Francois Lake. One of the purest water sources in BC, Francois Lake has plenty of rainbow trout, kokanee, Dolly Varden and char. This is sport shing at its nest, with prize winning, trophy sh.Pack your camera and be ready to snap pictures of the wildlife. Eagles and ospreys are plentiful. Bears, moose and deer wander freely.The Lakes District offers many recreational activities. Relax boating, shing, sailing and canoeing. Go hiking, backroad exploring, rock hounding, bird watching, fossil looking and hunting.• Camping right on the beach!• RV sites with hook-ups and without.• Cabins with kitchens, sleep 4 to 6, heated for winter use.• Excellent shing, boat launch/ dock.

• Ice shing in the winter. • Restaurant and cabins open all year 7 days a week except Christmas and New Years.For a holiday of relaxation and shing, make it the Noralee Resort and Francois Lake.

49400 Colleymount Rd.Burns Lake, BC. V0J 1E0

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416 Government Street, Burns Lake Open Monday thru Friday: 10 am - 5 pm • Saturday: 10 am - 3 pm

Phone: 250-692-2395 • Toll Free 1-877-692-2395www.burnslakefl owers.ca

At Burns Lake Flowers for All Occasions, we help our

customers express themselves through fl owers. We create

stunning arrangements for any occasion and our fresh-cut fl owers ensure long-lasting

enjoyment for their recipients. If you have a favorite

container, bring it in and we will make an arrangement that will delight you as well

as your loved ones.Our services include:

Floral ArrangementsFlower Baskets

Gift BasketsSilk Funeral Tributes

European Garden BasketsTeddy Bears

BalloonsGreeting Cards

Flowering PlantsWide Range of Gifts

Candles


Plan the ultimate fi shing vacation:Burns Lake has great fi shing spots

Sport fi shing has long been part of Burns Lake’s heritage and

is a tradition that continues to today. Every year, both locals and visitors take advantage of the Lakes District’s 3000 miles of fi shing opportunity making it one of the greatest fi shing destinations in British Columbia.

Lakes in the area support populations of prize winning char, kokanee, as well as trophy cutthroat, rainbow, and eastern brook trout. Anglers will agree, this is sport fi shing at its fi nest.

The excitement of hooking a 42 pound char in Uncha Lake will certainly bring you back to the Lakes District year after year.

Tchesinkut Lake is one of the purest water sources in BC. This lake has plenty of rainbow trout, kokanee and Dolly Varden.

Maxan, Tagetochlain (Poplar), Uncha, Burns, Pinkut, Augier, and Taltapin lakes also support healthy populations of char and trout.

For years, anglers have coined the Lakes District as its ultimate trout-fi shing destination, with almost all of its lakes teeming with cutthroat, rainbow or eastern book trout.

In fact, Babine Lake can claim the title of the most popular fi shing lakes in the province. Fly fi sherman fl ock to the lakes to get their change at catching one of its large cutthroat and rainbow trout. If fl y-fi shing isn’t what you were aiming for, trolling for lake char and trout is another option.

Babine Lake is also spawning area for salmon and the months of August and September are the best times to view this natural phenomenon.

Anglers can fi nd accommodations in the Village of Burns Lake, which is a central location and provides easy access to the lakes as well as all of your fi shing needs. Those wanting to experience the serenity of the lakes 24/7 can fi nd it at one of many lakeside lodges in the area, which cater to all your fi shing needs.

On June 20, be sure to enter the Fathers’ Day Fishing Derby on Babine Lake or Takysie Lake.

Burns Lake is abundant with trout and char, which can be caught throughout summer and ling cod. Joined to Burns Lake by the Endako river is Decker Lake, which is located approximately one mile west of Burns Lake.

Francois Lake is 120 km. (75 mi.) long, making it the largest lake in the district. Highway 35, south of Burns

Lake takes you to Francois Lake and the fi shing grounds. A short free ferry ride crosses Francois Lake to Southbank and beyond to Uncha, Takysie, and Ootsa Lake. Francois Lake is also considered the gateway to Tweedsmuir Provincial Park and one of the purest water sources in BC. This lake has plenty of rainbow trout, kokanee, Dolly Varden and char.

Babine Lake is situated north of Burns Lake. It can be accessed by driving 34 km on Babine Lake road or by traveling west of Burns Lake on Hwy. #16 and turning off towards Granisle. Babine Lake is 177 km (110 mi.) long, making it British Columbia’s longest natural lake. Mountains and beautiful scenery surround Babine Lake, while the shoreline is dotted with secluded sandy beaches.

Uncha Lake produces rainbow trout up to three pounds and very large char. It is located 14 km from the ferry on the Southside. Uncha Lake is located approximately 40 km. (25 mi.) south of the town of Burns Lake From Burns Lake turn south onto Hwy. #35 and travel to the community of Francois Lake. Take the free, 20-minute ferry ride across Francois Lake to the community of Southbank. From the ferry dock at Southbank turn left and follow the main road heading southeast to the lake. The roads are well marked.

Decker Lake supports mainly coarse fi sh, but is also home to a small population of kokanee, trout and ling cod.

Maxan Lake is located west of Burns Lake and can be accessed by many secondary roads leading south off Hwy. #16. This lake teems with rainbow trout and char from spring through fall.Babine Lake


Take advantage of the Lakes District’s 3000 miles of fi shing

Bulkley and Day Lakes are located on the western end of the Lakes Forest District and supports a population of rainbow trout.

Richmond Lake provides good fi shing for rainbow trout in spring. This lake can be reached via Priestly Road, 32 kilometers east of Burns Lake on Highway 16.

Co-op Lake is located east of the town of Burns Lake on Highway 16, with a 5-kilometre drive on a good gravel road. This lake supports a population of Eastern brook trout and is known for excellent ice fi shing during winter.

Tagetochlain (Poplar) Lake provides trough up to three pounds and char up to 25 pounds. The Lake is about 1.6 km off the Tahtsa Access road on another good gravel road.

Tchesinkut Lake is located 16 km south of Burns Lake on Highway 35. It is known for its kokanee and rainbow trout, which can weigh up to four pounds and char up to 42 pounds.

Binta Lake supports very fi ne char (up to 35 pounds) and trout fi shing. This lake is ac-cessible by road, approximately fi ve km fromUncha Lake.

Takysie Lake is approximately 48 km south of Burns Lake in the Grassy Plains area. This lake produces rainbow trout up to 10 pounds.

Ootsa Lake is part of the Alcan reservoir and considered the gate-way to Tweedsmuir Park. This enormous lake offers good fi shing for up to 10-pound rainbow trout. A large boat is recommended because ofwinds and diffi cult access to the shoreline due to underwater ob-stacles. There is a huge fi shing derby held every Labour Day long weekend on this lake with big cash payouts.

Pinkut Lake is situated approximately 24 km from Burns Lake on the Babine Lake road. This lake has good trout and char fi shing with trout weighing in around two pounds.

Augier Lake is approximately 19 km long and situated 32 km northwest of Burns Lake, via Babine Lake road. Augier Lake pro-vides good char and trout fi shing. Augier is located approximately 40 km. (25 mi.) North of the town of Burns Lake, in-between Pinkut and Babine Lake. Follow the Babine Lake Road north off Hwy. # 16. A few miles past Pinkut Lake you will turn east (right) off the road to Babine Lake onto a well-marked, good gravel road.

Taltapin Lake is located 38 km north of Burns Lake. It is very good for deep char fi shing and trout are plentiful. Taltapin Lake can be reached by driving 19 km on the Babine Lake road and 19 km on the Augier Taltapin road, which is a good gravel logging road.

For more information on any of the lakes or camp sites in the area contact the Burns Lake & District Chamber of Commerce at250-692-3773.


Chief Louie Paddle CompanyChief Louie Paddle Company

Take a trip back in time with the legendary Chief Louie of the Cheslatta Carrier Nation.

Phone: 250-694-3334 • Toll Free 1-888-453-4441www.chiefl ouie.com/paddles

The Chief Louie Paddle Company manu-factures a variety of solid and laminated hand carved canoe paddles and other unique wood products from salvaged wood from the Lakes District of Northern British Columbia. We proudly make distinct canoe paddles that are individually hand crafted and are not mass produced. Traditional craftsmanship combined with state-of-the-art laser engraving capabilities create truly one-of-a-kind paddles.

When you buy a Chief Louie Paddle, you own a timeless piece of history. You can feel the strength and integrity of the Chief him-self. You can see the elegance of the natural raw material that was salvaged from the homeland of the Cheslatta Carrier Nation, proudly hand carved and fi nished by the descendants of Chief Louie.

The Chief Louie Paddle Company also produces a variety of items including “Spir-it Feathers”, wooden coasters and plaques, perfect for corporate gifts, weddings, re-unions, anniversaries, tournaments etc.

CUSTOM ENGRAVING All our wood products are indi-vidually engraved with our logo, plus any im-ages, text or graph-ics that you want on your paddle, coaster or plaque. Truly unique, we can engrave nearly anything on any of our products. Engraving can also be completed on glass, metal, and other materials.

PADDLE ENGRAVINGPhotographs, text, or original artwork can be engraved on your paddle. Cus-tom engraving is available on all 36”-60” paddles. Contact us to fi nd out more about our custom engravingservices.

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A treasure trove of days pastJust 15 kilometres East of Burns Lake

a wealth of antique treasures awaits, at Homeside Antiques.Owners Kevin and Kelli Payne have turned their passion for antiques into a business that carries one of the largest selections of antique furniture and collectibles in the area.Kevin is an avid collector of old gas station memorabilia and has amassed a great collection, some of which isfor sale.Of particular interest is a 1940s era Esso visible gas pump that was previously located on the Bachr Brothers Farm in Williams Lake.“It is completely original,” said Kelli.Visitors from all over the world stop in at Homeside Antiques every year to

rediscover the memories of yesteryear, from collectible toys, antique lamps, pictures as well as depression and Vaseline ‘uranium’ glassware from the 1920s and 1930s.Depression glass has been highly collectible since the 1960s and is hard to nd. One of the oldest pieces at Homeside Antiques is an 1880’s cast iron stove which sits grandly alongside an early 1900s kitchen hoosier cabinet.In the early 1900’s a Hoosier cabinet could be found in a large percentage of homes in the United States. Loaded with labour and time saving conveniences, the Hoosier cabinet was among the earliest design innovations of the modern American kitchen. A hoosier is a culinary workstation at its nest and according to Kelli is a rare nd today.A beautiful maple bookshelf from the late 1800s sits grandly along side blue and white porcelain pieces, ne crystal and a wide selection of colouredart glass.Kelli currently has 1910 to 1920s tin toys that are hard to nd, especially in working condition.“You can tell that these toys have been looked after over the years,” she said.There is also a great new selection of sterling silver jewelry, from rings to

necklaces, bracelets and pendants available so there is something for everyone.If you are an antique lover you won’t want to leave Homeside Antiques, especially without taking something special home with you. Homeside Antiques is located off Highway 16, on Stearns Subdivision Road. You can’t miss it, just look for the signs.Store hours are from Wednesday to Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. or just call Kelli at 250-692-2310 for more information.

13797 Stearns Subdivision Road, Burns Lake (next to the old “Coffee Cup”) 15 km East of town • [email protected]

Take a trip down “Memory Lane” at

HOMESIDE ANTIQUES

Open Wednesday to Sunday 10am - 5pm 250-692-4300 After hours call Kelli at 250-692-2310

* Dressers * Mirrors * Lamps * Pictures * Decor Tables * Solid Wood or Metal beds * China Cabinets * * Dressers * Mirrors * Lamps * Pictures * Decor Tables * Solid Wood or Metal beds * China Cabinets * Clocks * Enamelware * Tools * Table & Chairs * Wheels * Oak Barrels * Crystal * And much much more!Clocks * Enamelware * Tools * Table & Chairs * Wheels * Oak Barrels * Crystal * And much much more!

Check out our website: homesideantiques.com


See us for all your fi shing tackle or camping gear before you head out to the lakes!

Before you head out shing or camping make sure you stop by Burns Lake Home Hardware.

You will nd an abundance of supplies that you will need for camping and shing. We carry a variety of shing tackle and also shing licences. Need camping gear? Well you have come to the right place - the shelves are stocked full of everything you need for camping like portable propane heaters, stoves and lanterns. You will also nd a wide selection of cookware, folding chairs, tents and coolers.Burns Lake Home Hardware also carries a wide line of RV supplies which includes holding tank treatment, trailer and marine hoses and clamps, motor and transmission oil and a full line of cleaners for maintaining your RV.

Burns Lake Home Hardware is locally owned and operated and the friendly staff will be happy to help you make your holiday travel a little better.

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The mountain biking community in Burns Lake is well organized and highly active, which

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The area has more than 16 km of downhill trail and over 23 km of cross-country trail, with addi-tional trails in the works. The downhill trails off the top of Boer Mountain were designed by the world renowned Gravity Logic team. Be-ginner to intermediate riders will enjoy the trails around Kager Lake. Kager Lake also features picturesque walk-in camping and picnicking spots.

Burns Lake Bike Park consists of 160 acres of private land located adjacent to the Boer Mountain Recreation Site. The park’s well-marked routes twist around a wetland area, sev-eral streams and a small lake. The terrain includes a variety of cross-country and downhill, with diffi culty levels ranging from beginner to ad-vanced. Various trails include fun and challenging features such as jumps, drops, wall rides and board-walks.

Diffi culty levels are clearly marked on the Burns Lake Bike Park Map but riders are apt to know how hard the trails are according to their names.

Examples of the more diffi cult tracks include “Smells Like Bacon,” “Pork Grind,” and “ S l a u g h t e r

House.” Some of the easier ones such as “Piglet” and “Curly Tail” are less intimidating. The bike park also hosts a skills park for riders to practice, and a 4-cross track. Features include log rides, ramps, jumps, skinnies, a pump track, and more.

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Hwy. 16, Burns Lake • Phone: 250-692-0049

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You are invited to visit Granisle overlooking beautiful Babine Lake

VILLAGE OF GRANISLEIncorporated June 29, 1971

PO Box 128, Granisle, BC V0J 1W0

Phone: 250-697-2248 Fax: 250-697-2306

Laid-back Living on the LakeshoreLaid-back Living on the LakeshoreVisit our website at www.granisle.ca give us a call at the Village of Granisle Offi ce 250-697-2248

or the Granisle Tourism Information Centre at 250-697-2428 or email the Village Offi ce at [email protected]

One of the most spectacular

natural wonders close to Granisle is the Fulton River Spawning Chan-nels. Along with the salmon, you may be fortunate enough to get a glimpse of a bald eagle or grizzly bear feeding at the river. Whatever the season, the beauty and recreational opportunities of Granisle and the surrounding coun-tryside keep visitors returning year after year.Rainbow trout and char make Babine Lake an angler’s paradise year round and sockeye salmon, which return here to spawn from late summer to early fall, are truly legendary. Up to 70 per cent of the salmon from the Skeena River system originate in Babine Lake and the spawning channels at its local tributary, the Fulton River. Every year, millions of sockeye hatch at this, the world’s largest man-made spawning channel. They migrate to the ocean via the Babine and Skeena Rivers, and three to ve years later, about half a million return to spawn. From late summer to early fall, the water fairly blushes with spawning salmon-delighting all salmon-lovers, including bears, eagles and humans.Cutthroat, Steelhead, and Rainbow Trout also abound in Babine Lake as do Coho salmon, Burbot (ling cod), Lake and Mountain White sh. Don’t miss the popular Father’s Day Derby in June! Bait, licenses and tackle are available at Granisle General Store and major lodges. For an updated list of resorts and lodges please visit our website at www.granisle.ca. For B.C.’s shing and hunting regulations please visit www.env.gov.bc.ca.Healthy populations of moose, dear, bear and mountain goat also make the Central Babine a popular hunting destination. Trust a quali ed local guide to unlock the bounty of the Babine for you.The small town of Granisle is located on the shores of beautiful Babine Lake, BC’s longest natural lake measuring in at over 180 km long. Granisle is located north of Topley. Turning at the Hwy 118 junction, traveller’s will enjoy a 49 km drive of beautiful countryside and scenery. Moose and bear are just a few of the animals that frequent these roadways.

This region is where the real attractions west of Prince George can be seen. Granisle is a recreational community which is accessible by the only paved road into Babine Lake. Granisle offers an array of services including a Post Of ce, an RCMP Station, a Public Library, an Elementary and Secondary School and a Medical Centre. Accommodations, gasoline, and grocer-ies are also available. Our Tourist Information Centre is open throughout the spring and summer months and provides inter-net availability, laundry, washroom & shower facilities, as well as a sani-dump. Granisle offers a Boat Marina with moorage slips, a concrete boat launch and day use picnic areas. Our list of clubs includes the Boat Club, Lion’s Club, Rod & Gun Club, Dart Club, Curling Club and the Seniors Association. Volcanoes, mammoths, trading posts, pictographs, mining for gold, silver and copper - this area is as rich in history as it is in natural beauty.Babine Lake offers prime shing and boating plus providing a perfect setting for all manner of water sports. The surrounding forested area provides plenty of opportunity for hiking, hunting, camping and any number of outdoor adventures. The advent of winter does not bring the community to a standstill; a variety of winter activities from cross country skiing to ice shing and snowmobiling keep residents and visitors busy. Events in our area include...• Hwy 16 Carpet Bowling Annual Tournament takes place the weekend before Father’s Day• Father’s Day Weekend Fishing Derby in June• Canada Day Celebrations July 1st• Granisle Days• Annual Egg Drop sponsored by the Granisle Senior’s Association on Labour Day weekend.


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Welcome to the NEW LEAF CAFÉ, located in the heart of the Lakes District, where our vision & mission is to provide real alternatives to conventional fast-food choices. Simple ingredients combined with passion & creativity result in meals that are both nourishing &

revitalizing. Offering extensive breakfast & lunch menus, our fresh & innovative selections include upscale sandwiches, Panini, quesadillas, wraps, pizza, made-in-house soups, salads,

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Grab a steaming cup of our highest quality organic fair-trade coffee, a latte, a cappuccino, mocha, or choose from our incredible selection of premium Metropolitan tea blends. The next time you find yourself in Burns Lake, perhaps on the way to the Alaska Ferry in Prince

Rupert, heading east to Prince George or just taking a little scenic drive, we invite you to stop by. Whether you choose a freshly made muffin, baked from scratch on the premises, or

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Come in & see our diverse selection of items that are chosen with the highest quality for you & your family. Our mission is to provide groceries, supplements, body care, cleaners, books, &

pet care products that are produced with care for you & our world. It is this standard that our staff have researched, tested & stand behind. We have a wide variety of organic & locally

sourced health products from small to large companies, many of them from British Columbia. Our organically grown produce comes seasonally from this area & supports the organic farmers

of our province. It is important to us that what we sell is delicious as well as strengthening & nourishing. Each month comes with specially featured products & good deals! Check out our

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DISCOVER NORTH CENTRAL BC’S PREMIER

MUSEUMS, GALLERIES & CULTURAL ATTRACTIONS.

Huble Homestead Historic Site

1 Valemount MuseumValemount, B.C.Phone: 250-566-4177www.valemountmuseum.ca

2 Valley Museum & ArchivesMcBride, B.C.Phone: 250-569-2503www.mcbridemuseum.ca

3 Whistle Stop GalleryMcBride, B.C.Phone: 250-569-8891www.whistlestopgallery.org

4 The Exploration PlaceScience Centre & Museum Prince George, B.C.Phone: 250-562-1612 or 1-866-562-1612www.theexplorationplace.com

5 Two Rivers GalleryPrince George, B.C.Phone: 250-614-7800or 1-888-221-1155 www.tworiversartgallery.com

6 Railway & Forestry MuseumPrince George, B.C.Phone: 250-563-7351www.pgrfm.bc.ca

7 Huble Homestead Historic SitePrince George, B.C. Phone: 250-564-7033www.hublehomestead.ca

8 Mackenzie & District MuseumMackenzie, B.C.Phone: 250-997-3021www.mackenziemuseum.ca

9 Barkerville Historic TownBarkerville, B.C.Phone: 1-250-994-3332or 1-888-994-3332www.barkerville.ca

10 Fort St. James NationalHistoric SiteFort St. James, B.C. Phone: 250-996-7191www.pc.gc.ca/stjames

Valemount Museum

Valley Museum & Archives

Whistle Stop Gallery

The Exploration Place Science Centre & Museum

Two Rivers Gallery

Railway & Forestry Museum

Huble Homestead Historic Site

Mackenzie & District Museum

Barkerville Historic Town

Fort St. JamesNational Historic Site

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Driving south from Burns Lake on Highway 35 you will come to

Francois Lake. Board the free ferry that will take you on a leisurely cruise across the lake to Southbank. As you disembark you will see Keefe’s Landing Cafe & Convenience Store. Let us be the rst to welcome you to the “Southside” as the area is re-ferred to. The Southside is nestled in a land of lakes with fantastic shing, great opportunities to view birds and wildlife, and a place lled with fun for the whole family. Keefe’s Landing Cafe is the place to visit for delicious food, a homey atmosphere and friendly

service. Our full menu includes our famous homemade burgers, buns and fries. We have hard ice cream and milkshakes in a variety of avours. If you like pizza come try the best in the neighbourhood.This is the only place in the area to enjoy a good cup of coffee for only a $1.00. You can eat in or out on our deck while enjoying a great view of the lake. We also of-fer take out and senior’s and chil-dren’s portions are available upon request. During the cooler weath-er we offer a daily home-made soup to take the chill off. Whether having breakfast, lunch or dinner we guarantee you will enjoy it. We will also cater for small meetings. Our convenience store stocks

most of the basics and is a great place to stop for a vari-ety of snacks and cold drinks. We also sell pre-paid phone cards and stamps. Our regular post of ce hours are Mon-

day, Wednesday and Friday from 9am – 5pm.We are the only lottery dealer on the Southside. You canpurchase tickets for all major lotteries, buy an array of dif-ferent scratch tickets or sit in our cafe and play Keno whileenjoying a snack or meal.The Southside is a great place for a relaxing day trip. Forthose who want to visit longer the Southside has an accom-modation to meet every need be it a campground, a resortor a B & B. While on the Southside visit the indoor Farmer’sMarket held May to October in the visitor’s centre acrossfrom the cafe, take part in a shing derby or enjoy many ofthe other fun activities that happen throughout the year. W h a t e v e r your plans make Keefe’s Landing Cafe & Conve-nience a must stop on your South-side adven-ture... come and enjoy our hospitality.

Keefe’s Landing Cafe & StoreCome and Taste the Homemade Difference

Hosts: Pete & Jo Box 81, Southbank, BC V0J 2P0 • Fax: 1-250-694-3375

Phone: 1-250-694-3375e-mail: [email protected]

Keefe’s Landing Café & Convenience StoreKeefe’s Landing Café & Convenience StoreJoin us for Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner!

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Take out and senior’s and children’s portions

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Babine Lake Resort offers you a getawayon the longest natural fresh water lake in BCBabine Lake Resort is a great place

to stay and play. Situated on Babi-ne Lake, the largest natural fresh wa-ter lake in British Columbia stretching 177 km from end to end, Babine Lake Resort offers great shing and hunt-ing, hiking trails and wonderful scen-ery for budding photographers.Rock hounds take note as deposits of jade can also be scouted in the area around Babine Lake Resort.

The shing opportunities on Babine Lake are second to none and is well known for producing trophy Char, rainbow trout and salmon.A point of interest to avid anglers is that Babine Lake is home to a special strain of rainbow trout that grow much larger than the common rainbow trout species. Anglers should jump at the chance of catching ‘the big one.’Other sh that inhabit Babine Lake are kokanee, burbot and white sh, so with all the great shing op-portunities why not come, stay and drop in a line

or two.After a great days shing Babine Lake Resort offers a number of ways to wind down. Rustic cabins over looking the lake are available, equipped with kitchens and bedding, some of which have full bathroom facilities. There are R.V. spaces with power and water or if you prefer to fully immerse yourself in the outdoors bring your own tent.There are campsites available with or without hookups and included with your stay is rewood, showers, sani dumping and for the big sh that didn’t get away Babine Lake resort provides sh smoking and freezers.For those anglers that prefer to get out in the middle of the action there are boats available for hire from the resort, with 10-20 hp outboards. Also included with your rental is ve gal-lons of gas. If you have your own boat there are docking facilities available with a boat ramp for launching off for a great day out on the lake.Babine Lake Resort is also a great place to get away from all the hustle and bustle, sit around a camp re and enjoy the beautiful sunsets.

Babine Lake Resort is the perfect venue for your wedding, anniversary, family reunion, birthday or business event. Make your special event an event to remember by celebrating it at Babine Lake Resort.To get there turn right off Hwy. 16 on to Babine Lake Rd and turn left onto Augier Main, turn right on to Babine Lake Rd again and follow the road down to the resort.Bill and Trudy, your hosts will be hap-py to accommodate your every need.

Babine Lake ResortBabine Lake ResortOpen untilOpen untilOct. 31Oct. 31stst/2012/2012

Hunter’s Hunter’s Welcome!Welcome!

email: [email protected] Box 317, Burns Lake B.C. V0J 1E0

www.babinelakeresort.com

Your hosts, Bill & TrudyPhone: 250-692-0363 or Cell: 778-786-1159

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To take in the striking scenery of the Lakes District, put on a pair of comfortable hiking boots and head out on

one of more than two dozen trails maintained by the Lakes Outdoor Recreation Society.

One of the most spectacular trails in the area is the Nourse Creek trail. This 6.5 km trail treats hikers to the impressive Nourse Creek Falls. The fi rst falls are 1.5 km from the start of the hike and the second falls can be found 3.4 km along the hike. From the parking lot, the trail winds upstream along the banks above Nourse/Allin Creek. As the trail climbs into the hills, there are great views south-ward over Francois Lake. Along the creek there are scenic hoodoos, waterfalls to admire and, if the weather’s right, some good swimming holes. The trail grade is fairly gentle with just a few short steep sections.

To get there from Burns Lake, drive south on Hwy 35. Pass the Francois Lake Ferry terminal and continue along the north shore of Francois Lake for about 15km to the Hen-kel Forest Service Road. Turn right here and drive about 1.5 km to the trail parking lot.

Cheslatta Falls is another magnifi cent waterfall. A campground is located about 500 meters from the trail head on the opposite side of the road. The trail is 1.2 km long (one way), there are hiking diamonds on the pathway. The trail goes through a peaceful pine forest on a ridge overlooking the roaring Cheslatta River below. It winds around and fi nally stops at the edge of a cliff directly beside Cheslatta falls, allowing for a spectacular view. Warning: the trail can be slippery when wet, as well as on the cliff by the falls. It is not suitable or safe for young children or pets.

To get there from Burns Lake take the Francois Lake Ferry to the southside, head towards Takysie Lake, turn left on Eakin Settlement Road, approx 8

km south of the Nechako Reservoir.Rock hounders and gem hunters will love the Shelford

Opal Bed Trails, a 3.8 km trail that takes hikers along one of the few known opal and agate beds in British Colum-

bia. This trail also includes a secondary trail, the Lookout Trail. This trail forms a short loop and winds past several stunning viewpoints of Eagle Creek Valley, the community of Burns Lake and Tchesinkut Lake.

To get there from Burns Lake, drive south on Hwy 15 toward Francois Lake. About 1 km south of the bridge over Burns Lake turn right onto Eagle Creek Road. Follow this road for approximately 7 km to the recreation site on the main trailhead. Junctions on the Eagle Creek Road are marked with directions to the Opal Bed trails.

Bear Dens Trail - 2.4 km trail that is accessed through

the Omineca Ski Club. If offers interesting rock formations and a breathtaking view of Burns Lake. Steep slopes make it moderately diffi cult. Drive south on Hwy 35 and follow the signs to the Omineca Ski Club.

The Burns Lake South Trail is a new low-impact, non-motorized, naturally respectful trail system on the south side of Burns Lake that consists of 8,000 metres of easy walking trails around a small lake and marshy area. There are several hike-in campsites along the way with tent pads, picnic tables and fi re rings, as well as some covered shel-ters. To get there from Burns Lake, drive south on Hwy 35 and just before the Omineca Ski Club, you’ll see the turn off for the trail. (Sections of the trail are still in progress.)

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An abundance of local hiking trails

Burns Lake South Trail


If you are looking for a hike that is suitable for the whole family, the 2.1 km Rod Reid Nature trail, with its easy,

wide, level-ground path is ideal for children and seniors. The trail circles around the astonishing Loch Lomond wetlands and offers hikers a chance to examine wetland plants and observe the area’s extraordinary birds from one of several viewing platforms. Loch Lomond is also known as Beaver Pond since it was created by a beaver dam, which is still visible at the mouth of the pond. It can be easily reached by driving up 8th Ave. then connecting to 9th Ave. until you reach the parking lot or by following the Eveneshen Trail from the Chamber of Commerce on Hwy 16.

The Eveneshen Nature Trail is another easily acces-sible trail in Burns Lake. This trail one km trail winds along a creek through the heart of the Burns Lake. Hikers needing more of a challenge can connect with the Rod Reid Nature Trail at the end of the Eveneshen Nature Trail. This trail can be easily accessed from the Chamber of Commerce on Highway 16.

The Kager Lake Trail is a 2.8 km easy and fl at hiking trail around Kager Lake suitable for all ages. (See map on page 28). Hikers can observe some of the area’s native plant species in this secondary pine and spruce forested area.

There are also picnic tables and fi re pits along the trail for visitors to enjoy. The trail system begins at Kager Lake and

p r o c e e d s along the lake in both directions, cont inuing around Long Lake. There are some secondary trails at the south end of Kager Lake p r o v i d i n g viewpoints of the sur-r o u n d i n g area. The last stretch of the trail from Long Lake to Tintagel Road (the other access) will be usable by all-terrain vehicles, but only to the junction at Long Lake.

Free camping!! There is a car-camping site, with a large parking area for large RVs and trailers (6 sites, including tables, fi rerings and three outhouses) located adjacent to the parking lot. Twelve tent sites (tables, fi rerings) are lo-cated around the Kager Lake Loop, including one located on a small island. There is also one tent site on Long Lake

Take in the scenery of the Lakes District

Long Lake


There’s so much to explore in the areaaccessible by trail or water.

Adjacent to the parking area there is a large cedar deck and dock to facilitate canoeing on Kager Lake. A portage route to Long Lake, approximately 300m in length, is located just south of campsite number 9 on Kager Lake. Mountain bike trails come down to Kager Lake from Boer Mountain, and the lake-side trail links to another trail around Long Lake to the south. This Site is directly adjacent to the Burns Lake Bike Park, with multi-use trails linking to the Parking area.

To get there from Burns Lake take 5th Ave. from Hwy 16 to meet up with Gowan Road. Once on Gowan Road, contin-ue until you reach Boer Moun-tain Lookout Road. Turn left. Follow the road to the trailhead, located on the right (Kager Lake is visible from the road). You will pass the Burns Lake Mountain Bike Park on the way to Kager Lake.

Star Lake Trail is located further up Boer Mountain Road, near the top lookout. It’s 1 km down to the lake and a 4.5 km loop around the lake. Easy to moderate trail with some steep sections on descent to Star Lake. There are unman-aged tenting areas on both the north and south ends of Star Lake.

To get there follow the above directions for Kager Lake but keep going past Kager Lake, almost to the top of Boer Mountain.

Uncha Mountain Red Hills Park consists of two parcels of land on each of the south and north shores of Francois Lake. There is a hiking trail that run for approximately 3km parallel to the north side of Francois Lake in Red Hills. Trails are not maintained or marked.

The Lakes District is not only home to the smallest provincial park, Deadman’s Island in Burns Lake, but also one of the largest protected

areas, Tweedsmuir Park.Deadman’s Island is so named

because of a blasting accident on the nearby railway that killed two Chinese workers near the beginning of the century. The is-land has been recently renovat-ed and contains facilities for pic-nicking and camping. The park lies 1.6 km east of the beach at Radley Park and is accessible only by water.

Tweedsmuir Park is acces-sible by fl oat plane or boat, for more information contact the Chamber of Commerce at 250-692-3773.

Eagle Creek: Is a great place to hike. Two km hike to opal/ag-ate beds and you will get to see a spetcaular view of Burns Lake and area.

Visitors to Burns Lake and the Lakes District area should be aware of the bears in our region. Black bears are common in our region and hikers are cautioned

to stay alert. It is important to make noise to alert bears of your presence. A bear bell tied to a backpack is an easy way to let bears know you are in the neighbourhood. Re-member to bring a can of bear spray.

Have fun hiking and be safe.Visitors are asked not to litter and to carry out whatever

garbage they bring with them on their hike. For more information about hiking trails in the region, visit

the Visitor’s Information Centre at 250-692-3700.

Tweedsmuir Park

Kager Lake Trail


Join us in September for the Fall Fair!

Grassy Plains Hall Annual Events

Berries abound

Howdy friends & neighbours! It’s that time of year and before you know it another great Fall Fair will be upon

us again. This year brings us to the 69th annual to be held on

September 7, 8 and 9.There is so much going on Fall Fair weekend - heavy

horse pulls, stage entertainment, children’s activities, the exhibit hall, petting zoo, 4-H auction, barnyard olympics, dog show, crafts, farmer’s market, etc.

These are just some of the events one will experience if

you attend the Lakes District Fall Fair. Also there will be a pet show, teen dance, bonfi re,

youth tractor pull, Fall Fair Idol, barnyard Olympics, 4-H achievement show, children/teen fun & games, logger’s sports, pancake Breakfast, Saturday family dance and much, much more!!

Concessions will tantalize your tastebuds if you’re feeling hungry along with the pancake breakfast on both days.

The Saturday BBQ dinner is fun for all. So mark September on your calendar and support your local fair.

You won’t be disappointed and we hope to see you there!

Annual Mud BogThe Mud Bog is held at Grassy Plains Community

Hall grounds every May long weekend. The event takes place rain or shine and is complete with announcer and concession. Further information call Kent Lambert 250-694-3748.

Annual Blue Grass Country JamboreeThe Blue Grass Jamboree is held in July each

year with performers participating from all over the province. It is a three day event, usually Friday, Saturday & Sunday. There is rough camping on the grounds and also camping facilities at many local resorts in the area. For more information contact Richard Cannon 250-699-8697.

Lakes District Team PenningThe Lakes District Team Penning Association

holds their weekly cattle penning event every Saturday at 4:00 p.m. at Grassy Plains Hall. This continues through out the summer from June through September. Spectators are always welcome to this interesting event.For more information please contact Don Baker 250-694-3525.

The following are just a few of the many edible plants that grow in the Lakes District. The June berry or Saskatoon is one of the better known edible plants found in this region, which is not surprising since it has some of the most delicious fruit of any of the wild berries in the province. The Saskatoon is a bush with light grey bark. Its leaves are round/

oblong and the fruit is usually very dark purple that grows in small bunches.This bush can be found by the side of the roads, or on moist slopes.Another popular berry of this area is the Twin-leaved Huckleberry or Mountain Bilberry.The Huckleberry appears to be a coarse dense bush. The branches are grey and ragged looking, and the leaves are elongated and pale

underneath. The fruit is dark purple, almost black, that prows singly and has a fl attened appearance when mature.Huckleberries like open forest slopes, and old burns or ski slopes are good places to fi nd them.No matter how careful hikers are they probably cannot avoid stepping on Kinnikinik during their travels.This dense shrub covers dry, sandy slopes and rocky areas. It has bright green leathery leaves and red berries.


We are located at 345 Hwy 16,across from the Royal Bank

Phone: [email protected]

Blue ZoneBlue Zone Clothing & GiftsClothing & Gifts

“Transforming the world’s view of beauty”Whether you are in the market for a gift for a birthday, wedding or just because.

We may have what you are looking for. Our gift shop carries everything from tutu’s, christening outfi ts and Bridal/Prom dresses. There are hair accessories, in many

colours, a wide variety of jewelry. There is something for everyone on yourgift giving list. We are always getting new ideas for great items.

Stop on by and have a visit. We look forward to seeing you.

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Administration Of ces located 20 miles south of Burns Lake, via the Francois Lake Ferry

POPULATION350 total, 130 on reserve

LEADERSChief Richard Peters

Councilor Hazel Burt Councilor Michael Charlie

STAFF Chantal Burt - Education/Training Twila Charlie - Membership Charlene McLarry and Cathie Van Tine - Chief Louie Paddle Co Leon Leween - Maintenance

Sharon Cahoose - Receptionist Dave Williams - Finance Glenn Sombert - Controller James Rakochy - Land and Resources Mike Robertson - Advisor

The CHESLATTA CARRIER NATION is a proven and reliable business partner with years of experience and substantial contacts with BC, Canadian and Inter-national business and government.

BUSINESSESChief Louie Paddle Company - Hand-crafted canoe paddles, wood

products, custom laser engraving

Cheslatta Contracting - Site Prep, Road Building, Site Reclamation

Cheslatta Marine Services - Barges, Tugs and Towing Services on Nechako Reservoir

Bad Boys Contracting - Silviculture, Fuel Management

Cheslatta Community Forest -Timber

Nootsenay Enterprises -Construction and Development

PARTNERSHIPSCCN/RTA - Reservoir Operations and

Projects

Cheslatta Forest Products - Lumber Manufacturing

CCN/Huckleberry Mine - Mining

CCN/Goldreach Resources - Mining Exploration

CCN/Surespan Construction - Hydro-electric project development

COMMUNITY SERVICESThree Nations Water Project -Community water ltration, treatment

and delivery system

Southside Health and Wellness Centre - Community health centre

Cheslatta Nation Library and Archives - open to the public

ASSETS

Cheslatta Community Forest - Cultural Experience, Heritage Trail System, Native plants, Recreation/ Tourism

Cheslatta Land Holdings - Over 12,000 acres of private land, lake and river frontage

Timber/Fibre Availability - 7 million cubic meters submerged bre and other timber resources

Industrial Site - 400 acre lakeshore, serviced and zoned industrial

OPPORTUNITIES

Bio-fuel, Bio-energy, Bio-coal potential

Interior to Ocean – Private water and ground transportation routes

Hydro-electricity generating potential

Mineral Exploration/Development

Value Added Manufacturing

Import/Export potential

CHESLATTA CARRIER NATION“Cheslatta Is Open For Business”

BOX 909, BURNS LAKE, BRITISH COLUMBIA V0J 1E0 • PHONE (250) 694-3334 • FAX (250) 694-3632Websites: Cheslatta.com • Chie ouie.com

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Moosehorn Lodge on Uncha Lakeoffers outdoor adventure at its best!

Moosehorn Lodge situated along beautiful Uncha Lake in Northern

British Columbia is the perfect place to plan your next vacation. The lodge offers outdoor adventures at their best.Moosehorn Lodge, positioned on pristine Uncha Lake is well known for its great shing opportunities where Char up to 40 lb. in size inhabit the lake alongside rainbow trout.There is a boat rental service, a boat launch and also bait and shing gear for those that love to spend a day out on the lake shing, or if you prefer, hire a boat simply for relaxing and exploring, the choice is yours. There is a sh cleaning station and a freezer on offer when you return with your catch of the day. If you need a shing licence, Moosehorn Lodge can arrange that too.Moosehorn Lodge offers a variety of ways to stay and play, including cabin rentals, camping areas and RV hookups. There is shing, game hunting or relaxing, your activity schedule is completely up to you. The lodge is the perfect place to bring your family. There are large grassy play areas to play frisbee, kick a ball or have a BBQ lunch on the BBQ grills. If you prefer have a relaxing picnic, there is a covered picnic building. The main lodge offers the true ‘lodge’ experience. The unique rustic log cabins are serviced with

a kitchen area, so you can cook for yourself if you prefer. Cabins come equipped with outdoor parking, a private bathroom and roll aways. Sit back relax and enjoy the wonderful views of Uncha Lake from the natural setting. If you prefer the outdoors experience you should camp at Moosehorn Lodge. There are electrical hook-ups, water hook-ups and a sani-dump on location. The lodge also offers rewood. Parking for campers is also available. There are basic store supplies, self serve laundry facilities, showers and sani dumping and ush and non ush toilets available for use. The campground is opened from May to October and pets are allowed. To get there turn off Hwy. 16 on to Francois Lake Rd, turn right onto Hwy. 35 and travel 23 km south of Burns Lake to

the free ferry service. Once on the Southside turn left off the ferry along Uncha Lake road and follow the signs toMoosehorn Lodge.

Moosehorn LodgeMoosehorn Lodge Uncha Lake, BC 23 km South of Burns Lake

Take Highway 35 to Francois Lake Ferry.Once off the Ferry turn left 16 km. SERVICES:

• Fishing • Hunting• Bird Watching• Authentic Unique Log Cabins (rustic to modern)• Housekeeping Units• RV Hookups and Camping

• Sani-dump on location• Shower and Laundry Facilities• Boat Rentals and Launching• Fishing Licences, Bait and Gear• Basic Store Supplies• Ice and Freezers

Your hosts: Roger and Bev Kyncl Box 130, Southbank B.C. V0J 2P0

Phone: (250) 694-3730 e-mail [email protected]


From Burns Lake turn south onto Hwy. #35 and travel to the community of Francois Lake. Take the free, 20-minute ferry ride across Francois Lake to the community of Southbank.

Escape your vehicle for a stretch using our FREE Fitness Stations located at Spirit Square, our beautiful new waterfront park located less than 2 minutes from Highway 16.

Francois Lake Ferry ScheduleDaily - All times are Pacifi c Time

Take the free ferry to the southside

Stop by Spirit Square on the beach*School Sailings (not applicable July and August)


Stop by our Cold Beer & Wine Store...For hard alcohol at liquor store prices -

we have a large wine selection, some below liquor store prices!Bottle Delivery Service: Call Mulvaney’s Cold Beer & Wine Store

and have your bottle delivered... 250-692-3622

• Appies• Tasty Pastas• Delicious Burgers• Fresh Crisp Salads

• Gourmet Sandwiches• Homemade Soup Daily• Wing & Prawn Night Every Wednesday

Great food and cold beverages Great food and cold beverages await you atawait you at Mulvaney’s PubMulvaney’s Pub

Highway 16 EastBurns Lake

Pub & Grill:250-692-3078

Cold Beer Store: 250-692-3622

Come enjoy our patioWe now have a family section


Welcome to Burns Lake...

WOODLANDBAKERY

Stop by and see us in the

Lakeview Mall...

Everything is made from scratch with only the best ingredients.

Also:European Style

Bread and Pastries

Organic Bread

Lakeview Mall, Burns Lake

250-692-7033

January- Farmer’s Market at Heritage Centre runs last Saturday of the month through the winter and every Saturday in the summer months.

February- World Yoga Day- Cold Smoke Snowmobile Races - Feb 9 & 10, 2013- Rod and Gun Wild Game Dinner- Anti Bullying Pink Shirt Day - February 27, 2013

March- Earth Hour March 30, 2013 @ 8:30 pm

April- Earth Day April 22- Lakes District Festival of Performing Arts- Burns Lake Hockey Awards - Dental Month- Aboriginal History Week April 26 - 20

May- Lakes District Kennel Club Dog Show- Emergency Medical Services Week- Burns Lake Rotary Wine Tasting night

June- Annual Burns Lake Library Book Sale - June 21-23, 2012- Aboriginal Day June 21- Sandy’s Resort Fishing Derby (for Campers only)- Granisle Days - Sprockids Bike Camp - May - June- Family Fishing Weekend All over BC - Father’s Day Weekend

July- Canada Day- Senior Association BBQ

August- Big Pig Bike Festival August 17-19- Babine Resort Fishing Derby August Long Weekend

September- Lakes District Fall Fair - Sept. 7, 8 & 9, 2012- Terry Fox Run- Ootsa Lake Fishing Derby Labour Day weekend- Peddle to Paddle & Boer Mountain Challenge

October- Burns Lake minor hockey season starts - Burns Lake Curling season starts

November- Burns Lake Rotary Auction- Burns Lake Curling season

December- Mistletoe Mania - late night shopping- Burns Lake Curling season

For more information or specifi c dates on any of the events listed above

please contact the Burns Lake &

District Chamber of Commerce at 250-692-3773.

Calendar of Events


Burns Lake has a long and fascinating history. While First

Nations had long inhabited the area before the arrival of any non-natives, European settlers came here during the 19th century.

Settlers were brought to the area by the construction of the Collins overland telegraph line. In fact, the engineer responsible for the telegraph trail, American-born Charles Bulkley, was the fi rst non-native man to settle in Burns Lake. This line connected Fraser Lake to Burns Lake and Decker Lake, down the Bulkley River to Hazelton and then up the Kispiox River into the Yukon.

Further settlement followed with the construction of the Grand Trunk Pacifi c Railway, which was built through the area en route Edmonton to Prince Rupert.

The building of the railway provided easier access for settlers and quickly resulted in numerous new arrivals to the area. Among the new arrivals were prospectors in search of minerals and a small mining operation was quickly started.

Completion of the railroad in 1914 further opened up

the area to development. The railroad created a demand for railroad ties and increased access to the area allowing mining and forestry to develop. This resulted in the commencement of commercial forestry activities in the region, attracting many permanent settlers.

Over the years, settlers continued to arrive which reached another high in the early 1950’s, when the Aluminum Company of Canada (Alcan) started the construction of an aluminum smelter in Kitimat.

However, the man credited for founding Burns Lake is Barney Mulvaney. Mulvaney started a tent town, which evolved over the years to become the Village of Burns Lake.

Barney is considered one of Burns Lake’s most prominent and colorful historical fi gures. He was a saloon, gambling den owner and operator, enterprising trapper and packer, and mail and passenger service operator.

The gambling den seen here is known locally as the Bucket of Blood. The building was given its sinister name after a shooting incident took place over a poker game.

The building still stands today and is part of the Burns Lake Walking Tour featuring Heritage Buildings and Points of Interests.

To learn more about Barney Mulvaney visit the Burns Lake Museum. In fact, a visit to the museum provides the best way to gain an understanding and appreciation of the unique and vibrant history of Burns Lake.

The museum is conveniently located on Hwy. 16 next to the Visitors’ Information Centre.

For more information contact the Lakes District Museum at 250-692-7450. Hours are 9 am to 4:30 pm Mon to Fri.

An area full of fascinating history


II t ’ s O n l y N a t u r a l !

Visit Spirit Square Park and enjoy the many lakeside services!

The Village of Burns Lake Invites You to Experience Our Lakeside Community Check out these activities and services to make your stay enjoyable!

Hiking Fishing Mountain Bike Trails 3000km of lake shore to explore

Play Grounds

Boating, Kayaking and Canoeing

Free Lakeside Municipal Campground Free Lakeside Campsite at Kager Lake Free Sani-Dump

Experience All That Has to Offer!

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Located 1 minute off of Highway 16 on the lake

Visit our website for more community information

Fishing Beach and Swimming Area NEW! Kayak and Canoe Rentals Tennis Courts

Children's Play Ground Free Municipal Campground Skateboard Park Fitness Stations

Find us on

Canoe and Kayak Rentals Available Here!

Come for the Fun!Stay for the life!!

Full time Programs 2012/13

For more information onCNC Lakes, Vocational

and General InterestShort Term courses

check out our website...www.cnc.bc.ca/lakesdistrict

545 Highway 16 West • PO Box 5000, Burns Lake, BC • V0J 1E0 Phone: 250.692.1700 • Fax: 250.692.1750Toll Free: 1.866.692.1943 • Email: [email protected] • Website: www.cnc.bc.ca/lakesdistrict

Upgrading & Work Experience Adult Education Centre Upgrading (Grade 12), Work experience Monday - Friday, 9am - 3pm, Tuesday & Wednesday, 6pm - 9pm Summer upgrading (June 18 - August 31)

Trades Professional Cook Level 1 Residential Building Maintenance Worker Level 3 Carpentry Foundation Level

Business & Vocational Forest Equipment Operator Administrative Assistant Program (ABT) Outreach Advocacy & Support Worker Certi cate

University Transfer FASD Advanced Online Diploma (Online) SSWK 142: Helping Skills: Practical Applications Social Services Worker Certi cate

burns lake & lakes district tourist book 2012

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