Hi! Thanks for visiting the Destination Castlegar blog. Here you can find a collection of great articles on events, ideas for adventure, and local happenings in and around the city.
Castlegar to Host Invasive Species Fishout Derby Aug 15-24th, 2025
This fall Castlegar will host the Invasive Species Fishout Derby on the Columbia River to catch as many walleye & northern pike as possible.
Borscht Cook-Off Returns September 27
We're excited to announce the Doukhobor Discovery Centre will once again be hosting its Borscht Cook-off on September 27, 2025.
Castlegar Sculpturewalk 2025 – Here’s How To Vote For Your Favourites
There are 30 entries in the 2025 Castlegar Sculpture Walk that range from quirky creatures to a Nordic god.
Castlegar Crossword Fun
How well do you know Castlegar? Here's a fun crossword that will test how much you remember about our little city in the heart of the Kootenays.
Get To Know The Wildlife Of Castlegar
In this article we go on safari through the lush valleys and over the snow-capped mountaintops near Castlegar to discover where the wild things are.
Castlegar to Revelstoke: Road Trip Highlights
Travel writer Leigh McAdam has featured Castlegar in her article about road tripping from the "Sculpture Capital of Canada" to Revelstoke.
Meet Castlegar Photographer Jamie Isaacs
Jamie Isaac grew up in the West Kootenay. He's been photographing wildlife and landscapes since moving to Krestova in 2009. See his work here.
Spring Comes Early To Castlegar. Here Are 9 Ways To Celebrate It With Your Family
Spring comes earlier to Castlegar than most places in the Kootenay region. Here are 9 ways to celebrate its arrival in the city.
Where to Nordic Ski in Castlegar
Whether you prefer skate skiing for fitness, or relaxed cross-country through untouched snow, there is something for every nordic skier living in, or visiting, Castlegar.
Meet Musician Steve Marc
Kate and Jerry Enewold are a royal couple when it comes to the Castlegar arts scene, having been deeply entrenched in it for over half a century.
Work Smarter at the Confluence: Castlegar’s Premier Co-Working Space
Castlegar's new Confluence Building has opened its doors to business people, students and anyone looking for a modern, inspiring co-working space.
Everything You Need To Know About Nordic Skiing In Castlegar
Whether you prefer skate skiing for fitness, or relaxed nordic skiing through untouched snow, Castlegar has the best cross-country skiing in the Kootenays.