Win Summer Sendoff Concert Tickets

Even though Castlegar enjoys the longest summer in the Kootenays, with residents and visitors often mountain biking and rock climbing into November, the city will be celebrating a Summer Sendoff concert on September 7 at Tailout Brewing. Music will start around 6pm and finish at 10pm with three…


Meet Metal Artist Willow Enewold

Willow Enewold made a mid-life career change few others would be brave enough to do: she left the day-to-day office work of her successful accounting practice for "the hammering, the noise, the filth, the machines and the tools" of metal artistry. She still owns the accounting firm but these days…


Why Castlegar is a RV Dream Destination

In a recent article for the Explorer RV Club, writer Josephine Matyas describes the West Kootenay region as having "a superabundance of unspoiled beauty, scenic driving routes, excellent campgrounds, and more places to soak, fish, swim, hike and just relax than you could ever manage in one visit.…


Meet Musician and Photographer Yanive Feiner

Yanive Feiner is a renaissance man of sorts: he's been a music teacher for over 20 years; his photography is being used by various businesses and associations around the West Kootenay region; he's written one of the anthems being used by the Trail Smoke Eaters hockey team; he facilitates…


Meet Castlegar Photographer Josh Fogal

Although he's only been doing photography professionally for three years, Josh Fogal already has his work being showcased in the Kootenay Gallery. Born and raised in Castlegar, Josh says he was always inspired by the local animals and scenery to pick up a camera and he finally did so when he got…


Bike Mag Features Riding in Castlegar

Bike magazine has featured the local riding in its article "The Long Weekend: Castlegar, British Columbia." The magazine, based in New York city and distributed around the world, showcased the fact Castlegar is making a name for itself in mountain bike circles. Written by Spokane, Washington local…


Out There Outdoors Magazine Features Winter in Castlegar

Out There Outdoors magazine has featured Castlegar in its article "West Koot Winter Wonderland." The magazine, based in Spokane, Washington and distributed across the Pacific Northwest Region, showcased the fact Castlegar is an excellent hub from which to access every form of outdoor winter…


Explore Castlegar In a Day With These 3 Different Itineraries

The reason Castlegar is the heart of the Kootenays is because there's something for everyone to do here. Whether you love outdoor activities, dining, or exploring the art scene, our little city in the valley offers everything to make your heart sing. In this article we look at a number of possible…


Take a Kootenay Road Trip To Local Breweries and Win!

Castlegar and the rest of the West Kootenay region has joined forces to offer up a road trip that's sure to quench your thirst and your sense of adventure. With the help of BC Ale Trail as well as Tourism Rossland and Nelson Kootenay Lake Tourism, we are showcasing the best craft breweries and tap…


Where To Toboggan With Your Family in Castlegar

Where To Toboggan With Your Family In Castlegar There's nothing more Canadian than bundling up the kids, piling them onto a wooden toboggan and whooshing down a snowy slope. These days there are plenty of other devices with which to hoon down hills, from steerable GT Snoracers and Crazy Carpets to…


Meet Castlegar Photographer Dan Salekin

If you've attended the Castlegar Craft and Farmers markets, you've probably seen Dan Salekin. He's usually wearing a fun T-shirt and standing in front of a booth showcasing his photographs, most of which have been taken in and around the city. Dan was born and raised in Castlegar and says he's been…


Win the Ultimate Winter Getaway Package

Destination Castlegar has joined forces with the Arrow Slocan Tourism to offer the chance to win one of two luxurious winter getaways to #ExploreArrowLakes. Here are the details: ⁠Prize One: Hot Springs Immersion One lucky winner will be able to take a person of their choice on a two-night…


The of the Kootenays

Where mountains and rivers meet in a fertile valley that boasts rich cultural heritage, a thriving artistic scene and more than enough outdoor recreation for every kind of enthusiast.  Come and visit the centre of it all.

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