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Lots of activities despite winter weather

The sunny Shuswap can still be fun even when it is covered in snow; you just need to know where to look.
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Skmana Lake provides lots of opportunities for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.

The sunny Shuswap can still be fun even when it is covered in snow; you just need to know where to look.

During the summer there is plenty to do in the Shuswap. Whether it is boating, swimming, hiking, or just relaxing in the park, there is never a shortage of ideas.

The winter months, however, can be a little more difficult to find activities that will get you out of the house and having fun.

Elena Markin, Chase Chamber of Commerce manager, suggests there are plenty of things happening in and around Chase even in the snow-filled months.

The Skmana Ski Club will be hosting a Snowshoe Family Fun day Sunday, Jan. 20. Those wishing to attend are asked to meet at the hut before beginning a two-hour snowshoe on the new trail system in the area.  No experience is necessary to enjoy this event, take in some natural beauty and get a little exercise. A packed lunch is suggested.

Skmana Ski Club will also be starting up their ladies ski. This event will run every Friday from 9 until 11 a.m.. For information on either of these events, call Patricia at 250-679-3951.

Markin suggests attending the local Heat Junior B hockey games as a good way to get out with friends or bond with family while taking in the exciting game of hockey.

Admission can be paid at the front door, and game dates can be found in the What`s On section of this paper or on the team’s website at http://www.chaseheat.com/.

If you’d rather get out and play a game of hockey instead of simply watching from the stands, Markin suggest sstopping by the drop-in hockey which runs each Sunday at 8 p.m. at the Art Holding Arena.

If you would like to get back to the roots of hockey and enjoy the game on a natural pond, Markin suggests checking out the river down by the VLA on cold afternoons as well as Chum Lake.

Check carefully the strength of the ice before heading out.

If you would like to hit the ice, but avoid the hockey scene, the chamber manager suggests checking out the public skating available at the arena every Friday from 3 to 4 p.m., Saturday  from 12:15 to 1:15 p.m., and Sunday from 6:45 to 7:45. For more information on this event, call 250-679-2800.

For fishing enthusiasts, the winter months are no reason to miss out. Markin suggests heading to Chum Lake as well as Phillips Lake.

For more ideas on what to do in Chase and area any time of year, visit the Visitors Centre or call 250-679-8432 or fax 250-679-3120.