Every community, country and even around the world has great places to experience and much to offer. Lillooet, BC is no different. No sooner do you get out of your vehicle here and start to wander the parks, trails, visit the museum, Recreational Centre or ride the train, you start to feel the fresh mountain air seep into your blood, bones and down into your very soul. I read once that "Life was never meant to be a struggle"by Stuart Wilde, and the people of this wonderful community have shown not only their success in everything they do but repeatedly prove that saying true!
The Indians (First Nations for the Canadians that want them named that) are incredibly brilliant and great visionaries of what could be done in and around this area to bring in more visitors. They offer fishing, the cultural way, including a big dinner and of course entertainment for everyone that wants to experience it. I highly recommend this adventure when you come to Lillooet. They are amazing people here...11 separate groups in just this one area. They all are working together to make a better tomorrow for everyone. Don't forget to ask to see the replica of a Sheesh'kans, pit house.
I was able to explore an archeological dig site while visiting here. Now that was cool! Seeing how it's done first hand. The progress of the excavation of an entire village of pit houses, food caches and a peak at a few pieces that were found. The archeologists have been able to date the site back to about 2000 yrs. Thanks Ann, the fearless leader of the students from Montana University and one of her student archeologists, Lee. You guys were awesome!
Lillooet offers so much in the way of year round activities for visitors, but I'm going to mention a couple of my favorites:
- Hitch a ride on the Kaoham Shuttle which meanders along the Seton Lake, nestled in the mountains, and passes by a few historical sites. Wildlife viewing along the tracks is a real possibility too. The conductor, a First Nations guide, is willing to tell you about the different sites. He will even stop the train on the tracks so people can take pictures of the sites and wildlife.
- The 'Jade Walk' through town that shows off some of the most stunning pieces of Jade mined here. A little known fact, the area of Lillooet was BC's first jade mine. Lillooet shipped more jade out worldwide than anyone else in the world during its day.
- A self guided walking tour of 14 historical locations through the town to be seen. Make sure you stop in at the Visitor Centre to pick up a map and get more information.
Do an internet search about Lillooet and check out the pictures. You might think the town is lost in the mountains; however it actually is only a couple hours from Whistler! And what better place to stay; right here in this beautiful, warm, welcoming community when wanting to ski Whistler or drive to Vancouver for a day trip to have a cultural experience while you can come back to a quiet little place like Lillooet.
This community may have seen it all in its history but we are just beginning to see what this community has to offer still. For example, they are getting into vineyards and wineries. They opened their first commercial winery, summer of 2009. Their weather is very similar to the Okanagan here in British Columbia.
More information available at http://www.hellobc.com/en-CA/RegionsCities/Lillooet.htm
Until next time, Happy Travels!
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