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The Top 6 Things to do in Kimberley this winter (aside from skiing)

The Top 6 Things to do in Kimberley this winter (aside from skiing)
by Cali Sammel / Wednesday, 25 November 2015 / Published in News

Kimberley is a lovely town with some of the friendliest locals you’ll meet, most with a passion for the city that shows whenever you have the opportunity to meet any, whether that’s in town or at the resort.

Looking for some advice on what there is to do while on a ski getaway?  Here are some of our top recommendations for you and your family to explore while visiting our community;

1) Snowshoeing
10873640_1523666857916563_7411544180381686718_oAlready a great activity for all ability levels, snowshoeing at Kimberley Alpine Resort takes the experience even higher for both beginners and seasoned snowshoe-ers.  Two tour types – both take you for a ride to the top of the Northstar Chair for an intermediate or beginner level snowshoe tour back down to the base.
Family Tip: The top tour choice among families is the twilight tour (which includes a delicious chocolate fondue at the mountain top Kootenay Haus)!

 

2) Hockey Game
Just like the rest of Canada – Kimberley loves their hockey!  The local team, The Dynamiters, host some of the most fun nights out you’ll have in Kimberley.  If you’re lucky enough to be in town during a game again their rivals (Fernie Ghostriders), you’re in for even more of a treat!
Check out The Dynamiters schedule on their website.

Photo from Dynamiters day at Kimberley Alpine Resort

Photo from Dynamiters day at Kimberley Alpine Resort

3) Dine (& Climb) at the Platzl
The city of Kimberley has a distinct European atmosphere to it – especially felt in the Platzl, located in between Ross & Howard street (where the Heritage Museum is).  No visit to Kimberley is complete without a stop in the Platzl, whether it’s for a bite at the restaurants or cafes to see the cuckoo clock or to get more advice from the visitors centre.

Looking for a bite?  Try one of these Platzl places;
Pedal & Tap
Once featured on the Food Network’s “You Gotta Eat Here”, Pedal and Tap specializes in organic and a variety of seasonally focused menu items as well as a fun and relaxed biking themed atmosphere (they even off to lend you a lock if you ride your bike down, not that you’ll really need it here).
IMG_4145Stonefire Pizzeria
One of the newer additions to the Platzl is Stonefire Pizzeria, with delectable traditional wood fired oven Neapolitan pizzas made with regional ingredients from the Kootenays.  Visit the pizzeria on Facebook.
Kimberley City Bakery
Using traditional methods to make delightful baked goods, pizzas, sweets and more the Kimberley Bakery is locally as well as family owned and operated (meaning you know there is tender love and care going into make your snack).  Visit their Facebook page to see daily specials.
Spirit Rock Climbing Centre
One of the newer activities to pop up in Kimberley recently – the spirit rock climbing centre is located in the Platzl and is open to all ages and skill levels!  For more information visit their website.

4) Ice Skating
15041808873_24e3e3913b_zLocated just behind the plaza at Kimberley Alpine Resort and just out front of Trickle Creek Lodge is the FREE Kimberley skating rink.  Open to the public daily during the winter, it has a fire pit/warm up area and hosts many fun, family friendly events (including the Dynamiters Ski Day game).

5) Go for a Winter BikeKar Tourism
New this season, dedicated trails for Winter Fat Biking!  Monster tires and low gearing means biking in the snow is easy and fun for both first timers and seasoned cyclists.  Take a tour – the resort will offer rental buys and tours/lessons with guides this winter.  More info.

6) The Stemwinder – Epic Après
Literally just a few steps from where you come off your last run of the day is the Stemwinder.  Fully licensed and with a heated outdoor seating area, other highlights of the Stemwinder include weekly live music and jam nights, daily specials and a whole lot of après fun.

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Live band at the Stemwinder

See you this winter!

 

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About Cali Sammel

Cali lives in the city and loves to spend time in the mountains! She is a self proclaimed Twitter addict and one time Zach Braff favourited her tweet.

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