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Shuswap History in Pictures: Lake boat journey

A look back to when steam power was used to get around Shuswap Lake
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A lake boat under a full head of steam on Shuswap Lake. (Sicamous and District Museum and Historical Society)

This photo from the archives of the Sicamous and District Museum and Historical Society takes a look back to when steam-powered stern wheelers were the best method of transportation available for those travelling between communities on the shore of Shuswap Lake.

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I’m a B.C. transplant here in Whitehorse at The News telling stories about the Yukon's people, environment, and culture.
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