A play group for caregivers
By Lisa Feldmann Friday mornings is the time for getting together, for having fun and playing with friends. At least this is true for many little kids and their caregivers, who gather together between 9 […]
Kids
Local youth succeed at Valemount Funduro!
By Jean Ann Berkenpas Two local kids participated in the Valemount Mountain Bike Park’s first enduro style mountain bike race on September 14th. Elli Taylor and Kirby Scheller both had their first experience competing at […]
A Berg Lake trek with children in tow
By Jean Ann Berkenpas A group of 11 women and children did a quick overnight hiking trip to Berg Lake. While the Berg Lake Trail sees many visitors, this group was unique because it consisted […]
Wonderful things to do (with kids) in the Robson Valley!
By Jean Ann Berkenpas While it may feel like summer has just started, there are only seven weeks left until kids are back in school. Make the best of the time left for some family […]
Berg Lake trip
By Jean Ann Berkenpas Graduates from the Valemount Elementary School Grade 7 class enjoy a unique rite of passage. For five days at the end of the school year, the class hikes the iconic Berg […]
Local students get a thrill at the Little Mudder Challenge
Jason Peters, SD57 There is no time clock. The Aboriginal Education Canadian Tire Little Mudder Challenge is exactly what it says it is – a challenge, not a race. “Students love it, staff love it,” […]
I Scream You-Scream
By ANDREA ARNOLD Ice cream is a great summer food, and Crazy Cones in McBride is open for the season. Kevin and Jenny Taphorn along with their staff are looking forward to serving people their […]
Young volunteers help festival run smoothly
By Jean Ann Berkenpas Last weekend’s Valemountain Days festival had something for all ages. Children and youth were out en masse, but not just as participants: the school-aged generation was also a big part of […]
Wide Open World: family takes adventure to heart
By Jean Ann Berkenpas A local family of three is out to explore their world and share those adventures with their community through photography and writing. Ruby Hogg, Kyle Beeson and their eight-year-old daughter Gaia […]