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  Golden, British Columbia, Canada
Location: Golden is located at the junction of Highway 95 and the Trans-Canada Highway 1, 65 miles (105 km) north of Radium Hot Springs, 93 miles (148 km) east of Revelstoke, and 10 miles (16 km) west of Yoho National Park.
Golden's history is a story of mountain pass exploration and river travel in search of a route for the railroad; the Golden Museum contains memorabilia and artifacts from the days of railroad construction.
The east gate of the park is at the British Columbia-Alberta border on the Continental Divide.
www.britishcolumbia.com /regions/towns/?townID=3497   (2202 words)

  
  Golden   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-27)
Golden is a village of 10,000 population situated in the confluence of
Golden is a village of 10,000 population situated in the confluence of the British Columbia and Kicking Horse rivers in a long deep valley between the Rocky and Purcell Mountain ranges in eastern BC, at an elevation of 790 m [2591 ft] located at the heart of six mountainous national parks.
It is situated between the provinces of Saskatchewan to the East and British Columbia to the west, with Northwest Territories to the North and the state of Montana, with the USA bordering the south.
www.shareyourstate.com /canada/golden.htm   (2986 words)

  
 Golden, British Columbia - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Golden is a town in central eastern British Columbia, Canada, located 262 kilometres (163 miles) west of Calgary, Alberta and 713 kilometres (443 miles) east of Vancouver.
Golden is nestled in the Columbia River Valley built around the confluence of the Columbia River and Kicking Horse River, surrounded by three different mountain ranges and five National Parks; Yoho National Park, Banff National Park, Jasper National Park, Glacier National Park, and Kootenay National Park.
As of February 2006, Golden's town council and mayor Jim Doyle have decided to temporarily rename the city Hockey, British Columbia.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Golden,_British_Columbia   (311 words)

  
 Golden British Columbia - Rogers Pass
With a population of nearly 4000, it is located at the junction of the Trans-Canada Highway (Hwy 1) and Highway 95.
Golden’s development began with the coming of the Canadian Pacific Railroad in the mid-1880s.
Golden still flourishes but today because it is in the centre of 5 national parks (Yoho, Jasper, Banff, Rocky Mountain, and Glacier), is internationally acclaimed for white water rafting and hang-gliding, and is just 13 km (8 mi.) from the Whitetooth Ski area.
www.bctravel.com /se/golden.html   (288 words)

  
 TransCanadaHighway.com Golden, British Columbia
Golden is the popular jumping-off point for both Glacier and Yoho national parks.
To the east are the Tockies and the continental divide, to the west atre the Selkirks and the Purcells, the holy grail of deep powder heli-skiiers.
Golden was first known as The Cache and Kicking Horse Flats.
www.transcanadahighway.com /britishcolumbia/Golden.htm   (376 words)

  
 Golden, British Columbia
Golden is situated on Highway 95 west of the Banff National Park and close to Yoho, Glacier, Jasper, Mt. Revelstoke and Kootenay National Parks.
Golden is the ultimate destination for the tourist to experience the finest of what British Columbia has to offer.
The Columbia Valley Wetlands are a vital part of the area eco-system and important to many species of birds and wildlife.
www.suite101.com /article.cfm/bc_beautiful_interior/83518   (481 words)

  
 Golden spruce
In the tradition of Krakauer’s Into the Wild, The Golden Spruce tells an astonishing true story of a furious man’s obsessive mission against an industrial juggernaut, the struggle of the Haida people to save their world, and the mysterious golden tree that binds them all together.
The loss of the mythic golden spruce united loggers, natives and environmentalists in sorrow and outrage.
Golden spruce trees are truly beautiful trees, one day I hope to have one in my yard.
forums.canadiancontent.net /british-columbia/39094-golden-spruce.html   (2898 words)

  
 Golden Adventures, Golden Portal, About Golden BC, Tourism Directory,   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-27)
Golden, British Columbia is quickly emerging as one of the top vacation spots because it offers a wide range of outdoor adventures and recreational activities year-round.
Golden is the first town you’ll encounter of any size as you come west from Alberta.
Golden is the place to be if you are interested in participating in outstanding outdoor activities, challenging adventures, or slow-paced leisure time.
goldenadventures.ca /index.html   (384 words)

  
 Golden B.C.
Combining a traditional British Columbia industrial base with a growing tourism sector, Golden attracts a broad cross-section of people from all over the world, who come to work, live, play and stay.
Golden is anchored by Louisiana-Pacific, which produces laminated veneer lumber (LVL) engineered wood products and by CP Rail's coal car repair facility and rail yard.
With a diversity not always found in smaller BC communities, Golden is well-positioned to adjust to both good and not-so-good economic times.
www.town.golden.bc.ca   (271 words)

  
 Golden, British Columbia, Canada, jet boat safari, historical tour
Balance is the key on this jet boat tour with the power of the jet boat to thrill you and the history, scenery and wildlife to amaze you.
The mighty Columbia River, a BC Heritage River designate, is bound to British Columbia's history and identity.
The 20 km canyon section explored during the tour represents only 1% of the Columbia's 2000 km length but it is the only remaining free flowing stretch of this expansive waterway outside the wetlands, unaffected by dam control.
www.adventures.ca /gasnet/1946-1.htm   (618 words)

  
 Golden Hinde (mountain) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Golden Hinde is a mountain located on Vancouver Island, British Columbia.
The mountain was named for Sir Francis Drake's ship, the Golden Hinde, by an early fur-trading captain, who was reminded of Drake's ship as sunset hit the mountain, which is visible from the west coast of the Island.
The Golden Hinde was named in honour of the ship of the same name, in which Sir Francis Drake circumnavigated the world, the first Englishman to do so.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Golden_Hinde_(British_Columbia)   (336 words)

  
 Golden : Introduction | Frommers.com
The town sits in a breathtaking location in the trenchlike Columbia River valley, between the massive Rocky Mountains and the soaring Purcell Range, within a 90-minute drive of five major national parks.
The fact that Golden is near -- and not in -- the parks is largely the reason for the area's recent phenomenal growth.
Note that Golden and the other communities in this part of the Columbia Valley are in the Mountain Time zone, an hour earlier than the rest of British Columbia.
www.frommers.com /destinations/golden/1295010001.html   (297 words)

  
 Golden : Organized Tours | Frommers.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-27)
The 1 1/4-hour Columbia Icefields Tour (C$165/US$119) flies along the Continental Divide between Yoho and Banff national parks and also takes in the Columbia Icefield, the largest nonpolar ice cap in the world.
Exploring the Columbia River Wetlands -- South (upstream) from Golden is the Columbia River Wetlands, a 144km-long (89-mile) Wildlife Management Area that supports an incredible diversity of wildlife.
The largest wetlands west of Manitoba, the Columbia River Wetlands is also a major breeding ground for the bald eagle, osprey, and great blue heron.
www.frommers.com /destinations/golden/1295010019.html   (316 words)

  
 Golden BC - Golden British Columbia Visitors Guide - Skiing, Snowboarding, Whitewater Rafting, heli Skiing
Golden BC is situated in the heart of Canada’s famous mountain national parks, where it is visited by many every year who are looking to enjoy some exciting outdoor adventure recreation.
This, amongst many, is one of the reasons that so many make Golden their ultimate British Columbia vacation destination every year.
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www.visitgolden.com   (162 words)

  
 Golden British Columbia Tourism: Organized Tours
The 1 1/4-hour Columbia Icefields Tour (C$165/US$119) flies along the Continental Divide between Yoho and Banff national parks and also takes in the Columbia Icefield, the largest nonpolar ice cap in the world.
Exploring the Columbia River Wetlands -- South (upstream) from Golden is the Columbia River Wetlands, a 144km-long (89-mile) Wildlife Management Area that supports an incredible diversity of wildlife.
The largest wetlands west of Manitoba, the Columbia River Wetlands is also a major breeding ground for the bald eagle, osprey, and great blue heron.
www.sidestep.com /travel-info-t1295010019-organized_tours_golden_british_columbia   (298 words)

  
 Golden British Columbia Information, Yellow Pages, and more
Our Free Classifieds for the State of British Columbia offer items such as used horse trailers, cars, trucks, motorcycles, outboard motors, books, horses, dogs, real estate listings including homes, businesses, and land, apartments for rent, boats and many other items that are for sale by owner.
Our History, Trivia and Facts Pages are populated with interesting, useless and random facts pertaining to Golden, British Columbia history, Canadian history, family history and the history of names.
Our Free Message Boards British Columbia daily to ensure the appropriateness of the topics for visitors of all ages.
www.hometowncanada.com /bc/Golden.html   (581 words)

  
 Golden, British Columbia. Hotels & Motels. Book accommodations and reservations
: Located at the junction of Highways 1 and 95, Golden can be reached from Revelstoke in west (148 Km, 92 Miles), Calgary in east (262 Km, 163 Miles) and Cranbrook in the south (248 Km, 154 Miles).
Ramada Limited Golden is located on the Trans Canada Highway.
The Ramada Limited and the town of Golden, BC are surrounded by six world renowned National Parks - Glacier, Yoho, Banff, Kootenay, Jasper and Mt. Revelstoke.
www.bctravelbuys.com /hotels/ca-bc-golden.html   (357 words)

  
 British Columbia Vacation Rental British Columbia Rental Properties BC HomeAway.com
British Columbia's extensive coastline, inlets, islands and lakes offer a myriad of beaches and water sports opportunities.
British Columbia's coastline is also a prime viewing location for Orcas (killer whales), Gray whales and Humpback whales.
British Columbia's capital city of Victoria, located on Vancouver Island, is known for its outstanding gardens.
www.homeaway.com /Canada-vacation-rentals/British-Columbia-vacation-rentals.htm   (504 words)

  
 Alpine Rafting Company
Located in Golden BC, Alpine Rafting has been rafting the Kicking Horse River for 25 years, constantly honing our adventures to provide guests with a memorable rafting experience.
Jo-anne is a worldly traveler who is happy to park her van in Golden and call it home for the rafting season.
I was born and raised in Golden and I can honestly say I've never seen this much snow.
www.alpinerafting.com   (297 words)

  
 Golden - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Golden means made of gold, or colored like gold (as in golden paint).
Arthur Golden (1956-), American novelist, author of Memoirs of a Geisha.
Golden, British Columbia, Canada, a town in southeastern British Columbia.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Golden   (161 words)

  
 Golden Vacation Rentals, Golden Rentals, Condos, cabins, villas, cottages and vacation homes, , Mountains
Golden Vacation Rentals can feature Condos, cabins, villas, cottages and vacation homes in Golden British Columbia.
Golden Condos, cabins, villas, cottages and vacation homes in Golden British Columbia are an affordable vacation lodging option and are perfect to rent for family vacations, group travel, weddings, honeymoons, family reunions or anytime you want more space than a hotel room provides.
To search Golden Vacation Rentals available for rent for specific travel dates enter your dates in the search boxes in the above left navigation area.
cyberrentals.com /Canada/British-Columbia/Golden/r6499.htm   (116 words)

  
 Alpine Meadows Lodge, Golden, British Columbia, Canada
Golden is a meeting place at confluence of the Kicking Horse and Columbia Rivers
Alpine Meadows Lodge and Golden Golf Course are located on the west side of the Columbia River at the foot of the Purcell Mountains(elevation 2600 ft ASL)
Located on 150 private acres by the Columbia River, it is surrounded by crown land forests.
www.alpinemeadowslodge.com /location.html   (455 words)

  
 Canada Trails: Bicycling the Golden Triangle, British Columbia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-27)
From Golden the route follows the Columbia Valley for an easy 105-km ride to Radium where you can soak your weary bones in the hot springs.
Favourite sections: Radium to Golden since it was the only day that didn't rain and the scenery is simlply amazing.
What I disliked: The traffic from Golden to Lake Louise was unbearable at times people in a rush to make home from the long weekend.
www.canadatrails.ca /biking/bc/goldentriangle.html   (922 words)

  
 GRCBC Golden Retriever Club of British Columbia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-27)
The Golden Retriever Club of British Columbia was formed to promote the Golden Retriever in British Columbia.
The Club also assists in developing the interests of all owners of the Golden Retriever in the versatile activities of the breed, including field trials, hunting tests, obedience trials, conformation shows, tracking tests, agility, fly ball, search and rescue and the use of the breed as guide dogs and assistance dogs.
Positive public relations and educational programs for both the membership and the general public are active goals of the Golden Retriever Club of British Columbia.
www.grcbc.org   (172 words)

  
 Golden, British Columbia, Canada: Local accomodations and services.
Golden, British Columbia, Canada: Local accomodations and services.
An exquisite experience on the banks of the Columbia River Wetlands, where the most common sound is the call of the coyote or the loon.
Enjoy the scenery, birds and wildlife of the Columbia Valley Wetlands while leisurely floating through a wilderness setting on a comfortable pontoon boat.
www.discoverlakelouise.com /golden/services.html   (676 words)

  
 British Columbia Travel and Tourism, Accommodations and Activities in British Columbia
British Columbia Travel and Tourism, Accommodations and Activities in British Columbia
British Columbia (BC) is the westernmost province in Canada, bordered by the rugged and spectacular Pacific coast to the west (see: Tofino and
British Columbia is Canada's 'outdoor playground' - offering year-round outdoor adventure such as
travel.bc.ca   (195 words)

  
 SkiCentral - Ski Kicking Horse British Columbia
Located west of Golden, British Columbia surrounded by the Rocky Mountains and close to Kicking Horse ski area.
Lodge located in Golden, British Columbia close to skiing at Kicking Horse.
North America's newest mountain resort located 40 miles from the British Columbia and Alberta border.
skicentral.com /kickinghorse.html   (295 words)

  
 Golden voters give fluoridation a big 'No'
Following weeks of debate and discussion, Golden citizens voted overwhelmingly in Saturday's referendum to discontinue fluoridation of the Town's water system
Golden began adding fluoride to the muncipal water in 1964 after the public indicated its support through referendum.
Upgrading the Town's five wells to Workers Compensation Board standards would have cost an estimated $139,000 initially and $25,000 each additional year for system maintenance and upkeep.
www.fluoridealert.org /news/2467.html   (219 words)

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