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  Mount Revelstoke National Park - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Mount Revelstoke National Park is located adjacent to the city of Revelstoke, British Columbia in Canada.
It was the beauty of these meadows, so near to their town, that inspired a group of people in Revelstoke to lobby for the creation of the national park in 1914.
Mount Revelstoke's ski jump was one of the first in Canada and was internationally renowned as one of the finest natural jumps in the world.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Mount_Revelstoke_National_Park   (268 words)

  
 BC Hydro - Recreation Areas - Revelstoke Dam Visitor Centre
Revelstoke Dam is Canada's second generating project on the Columbia River and one of four dams in B.C. that regulate the flow of the Columbia.
The Revelstoke Generating Station, located about 130 km downstream from Mica, has an installed capacity of 1,843,000 kW, with provision for an ultimate capacity of 2,764,500 kW, which would make it the most powerful hydroelectric development in British Columbia.
The hydroelectric complex comprises a 175 m high concrete gravity dam in Little Dalles Canyon, a 122 m high earthfill dam on the west bank of the river, and a powerhouse in the riverbed, immediately downstream of the concrete dam.
www.bchydro.com /recreation/southern/southern1205.html   (644 words)

  
 The Revelstoke Lodge is the first choice for Revelstoke hotel and Revelstoke motel accommodation in Revelstoke BC ...
The Revelstoke Lodge is the first choice for Revelstoke hotel and Revelstoke motel accommodation in Revelstoke BC accommodation.
Revelstoke is a picturesque city nestled in both the spectacular Selkirk mountain and Monashee mountain ranges.
Revelstoke was picked as one of the top 15 destinations in Canada by Canadian Geographic and was also named one of the Top 10 Adventure Towns in North America by Shape Magazine.
www.revelstokelodge.com   (250 words)

  
 Revelstoke Rental   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Revelstoke, the city is located within the seven mile wide Columbia River Valley between the Selkirk and the Monashee mountain ranges, just 257 km (160 miles) from the U.S. border.
Revelstoke economy has flourished due to its location on Canada's major east-west corridor carrying first the Canadian Pacific Railway in 1889 and later the Trans-Canada Highway in 1963.
Revelstoke is the western gateway to the world famous Canadian National Park system.
www.revelstoke-rentals.com   (211 words)

  
 OUR LOCATION - Mt. Revelstoke Alpine Chalets - Quality Revelstoke Accommodations
Revelstoke is the ideal location for your holiday, boasting two National Parks, three Hot Springs and many outdoor adventure activities to enjoy.
Revelstoke Alpine Chalets are easy to find, located only 3 miles east of Revelstoke on the Trans Canada Highway, look for the KOA billboard.
Revelstoke is located on the Trans-Canada Highway between Calgary, Alberta and Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
www.revelstokealpinechalets.com /location.htm   (125 words)

  
 Revelstoke: Gateway to the Blue Canadian Rockies, Yoho, Glacier and Mount Revelstoke,National Parks:BC Scene Magazine, ...
While I've never stayed in Revelstoke overnight, not long ago I was assigned the task of writing a hotel profile of the area for Inn Focus, official magazine of the BC Yukon Hotels' Association (BCYHA)
I have always been impressed by Revelstoke's location with the broad river running by the highway, and tall, snow-capped mountains in the background framing the scene.
I took other copious notes while talking to the owner a delightful lady who was most helpful, even though her restuarant was loaded with guests at the time.
www.airhighways.com /revelstoke.htm   (539 words)

  
 Revelstoke Museum & Archives
Revelstoke Museum and Archives is housed in a 1926 federal building, built as the Post Office and Customs Office.
The building was purchased by the City of Revelstoke in 1971 and has housed the Revelstoke Museum and Archives since 1974.
She is very familiar with the history of this region and with the extensive artifact and archival collections held by the museum and archives.
www.revelstokemuseum.ca   (219 words)

  
 School District #19 (Revelstoke)
Revelstoke is located on the Trans Canada Highway adjacent to the Okanagan and Kootenay regions.
School District staff are active participants working with Revelstoke preschools, community literacy committees, and the local Success by Six committee to help shape a community response to literacy and child development needs.
Revelstoke students have very high levels of achievement and participation in provincially examinable subjects.
www.sd19.bc.ca   (856 words)

  
 Revelstoke BC - BC Rockies - Accommodations - Alpine Skiing - Mountaineering - Snowmobile Trails
The alpine city of Revelstoke, nestled between the Monashee and Selkirk mountain ranges, has something for everyone, whether it is summer or winter.
Revelstoke is also easily accessible from the Okanagan by taking Highway 97 (Hwy 97a from Vernon on) north to Hwy 1 and then head east or from the Kootenays by taking Highway 95 north to Golden and heading west on Highway 1.
At the entrance to downtown visit the Revelstoke Railway Museum which tracks the history of Canada's railways since 1883 using pictures, artifacts, original rail cars and steam engines.
www.bctravel.com /revelstoke   (456 words)

  
 Revelstoke, British Columbia, Canada
Nestled high in the Monashee Mountains, next to Mount Revelstoke National Park and Glacier National Park, the year-round playground of Revelstoke has some of the most spectacular scenery in all of British Columbia.
Flanked by the snow-capped peaks of the Selkirk Mountains to the east and the Monashees to the west, Revelstoke was proclaimed The Capital of Canada's Alps and was known as The Mountain Paradise in the early 1900s.
Location: Revelstoke is located on the Trans-Canada Highway 1 at the junction of Highway 3, at the northern end of Upper Arrow Lake, 93 miles (148 km) west of Golden and 64 miles (102 km) east of Salmon Arm.
www.britishcolumbia.com /regions/towns/?townID=3512   (1470 words)

  
 Griffin Lake Lodge Bed and Breakfast - Revelstoke - BC - Bed and Breakfast   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
It is a perfect bed and breakfast choice in the Revelstoke area for nostalgic folk who wish to turn back the hands of time.
Here at our bed and breakfast in Revelstoke, we aim to welcome you warmly, get you settled in and do our best in order that you enjoy what we like to think of as the "quintessential mountain lodging experience" so that you leave with a smile on your face, memories and a full stomach.
Revelstoke boasts a charming downtown area with free nightly entertainment in July and August, a fascinating railway
www.griffinlakelodge.com   (711 words)

  
 The Town of Revelstoke - SameSun Backpacker Lodges - Canada Hostel
The quiet and charming town of Revelstoke is located midway between Vancouver and Calgary at the western gateway to Banff, Jasper, Yoho, Kootenay, Glacier and Mt. Revelstoke National Parks.
Heli-skiing and snowmobiling are also extremely popular in the Revelstoke area as the trails are long and the snow is deep.
Revelstoke boasts the cheapest ski and stay package on the planet and is 4 hours West of Calgary and 3 hours East of Kelowna.
www.samesun.com /revelstoke.html   (180 words)

  
 Friends of Mt. Revelstoke & Glacier - Research
Riparian habitat in the Revelstoke area along the original Columbia River, between Mica Dam and Shelter Bay, was evaluated for potential sites to host a fall migration monitoring station.
Coordinated by the Friends of Mount Revelstoke and Glacier, this project enlisted the help of over 20 local volunteers, who donated 932 hours in the field and over 200 hours entering and editing banding data in an accessible database format.
Monitoring recaptures as well as newly banded species allows us to estimate the length of time that individuals are spending in the Revelstoke area, feeding and putting on weight for the next stage in their long journey south.
friendsrevglacier.com /research-bird.htm   (1584 words)

  
 Revelstoke BC bed and breakfast accommodation lodging
Revelstoke has a large network of mountain biking trails.
One of Revelstoke`s best kept secrets is the 18 hole riverside golf course, with the majestic mountains as a backdrop makes this a golfer`s paradise.
The Revelstoke Hydro Dam has a very interesting self-guided tour, including many displays, exhibits, and even a lookout from the top of the dam.
www.bedandbreakfastrevelstoke.ca   (796 words)

  
 A Tourists Guide To Revelstoke BC and Mount Revelstoke National Park
Revelstoke is a small city nestled in a valley.
Besides mountain climbing, Revelstoke is famous for snowmobiling and hiking.
There are miles of trails surrounding Revelstoke for beginner to expert bikers and hikers.
www.angelfire.com /bc2/revelstoke   (233 words)

  
 Revelstoke Powder Skiing
Revelstoke Powder Skiing, B.C. Revelstoke is located in central British Columbia where the Trans Canada highway crosses the Columbia River, 2.5-3 hours east of Kamloops / Sun Peaks, and 2.5-3 hours north of Kelowna / Big White.
A typical day includes 6-8 runs on the upper slopes plus the 5,000 vertical run (you can ride the cat down if the lower mountain is crud) to Powder Springs at the end of the day.
Since snowcat and heliskiing are not permitted in Glacier National Park, Rogers Pass (the 4,200 foot high point of the Trans Canada highway east of Revelstoke) is a Mecca for telemark and other skiers who prefer to earn their turns in search of powder.
webpages.charter.net /tcrocker818/revstkgd.htm   (419 words)

  
 Revelstoke British Columbia Bed and Breakfast B&B Lodgings Accommodations
We would have stayed longer but unfortunately much of what we had intended to do in the Revelstoke area was still snowed in and our time in Canada was limited.
As we continued east from Revelstoke we were amazed at the breathtaking beauty and majesty of the mountains.
Revelstoke and area was a definite highlight of our trip.
www.lodgingsinternational.com /lodgings/745.htm   (963 words)

  
 Revelstoke, British Columbia
Revelstoke began in the 1880s as a transportation and supply center for the mining industry.
Revelstoke also has an 18 hole golf course, bowling lanes, fitness centres, tennis courts, skating arena, curling rink, and outdoor swimming pool.
Revelstoke Dam (Canada's highest concrete dam at 175 metres), Mount Glacier and Revelstoke National Parks.
www.bcadventure.com /adventure/explore/rockies/cities/revelstoke.htm   (735 words)

  
 Flight Simulator Revelstoke 2002   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Revelstoke airport is a very unique and innovative product.
During winter months Revelstoke is a favourite heli-ski destination and an animated Selkirk Heli-ski helicopter goes to and from the mountains.
Revelstoke Dam is also featured and is a short flight away from the airport.
www.planesimulation.com /articles/rev2002.htm   (255 words)

  
 BC Parks - Mount Revelstoke National Park, Revelstoke, Kootenays, British Columbia
The foot of Mount Revelstoke, in the Ski Chalet area is home to Nashville Warbler, American Redstart, Calliope Hummingbird, varied Thrush species, and the Western Tanager.
When the Mount Revelstoke Summit is snowfree, usually by the third week in July, the Summit Shuttle Bus transports visitors between the parking area at Balsam Lake and the summit area from 10:00 am to 4:20 pm.
The city of Revelstoke is at the park’s western entrance.
www.britishcolumbia.com /ParksAndTrails/Parks/details?ID=401   (1462 words)

  
 Welcome to the Grizzly Den - Home of the KIJHL's Revelstoke Grizzlies
But Sunday saw the team play a solid first period only to have their second period effort fall off enough to allow the hard working Eagles to outplay and outsmart them as the Grizz blew a 2-1 lead after twenty and lose by a convincing 6-2 score in favour of their rivals.
The Revelstoke Grizzlies and Sicamous Eagles renewed their rivalry this weekend as the Grizz lost 3-0 to the Sicamous Eagles on Friday night as the two teams met for the first time since the Grizzlies defeated the Eagles in the first round of the playoffs last season.
The Revelstoke Grizzlies Junior Hockey Club kicked off the school year with their annual "Rrroarrring To Rrread" literacy program as this year's players visited Mountain View Elementary School and spent some time with Mr.
www.revelstokegrizzlies.com   (554 words)

  
 082LNE
The Revelstoke map area lies in the southeastern part of the province and contains 45 documented occurrences.
The Revelstoke map sheet is relatively under-explored and historically was not an important mining area.
Most of the prospecting was done before the turn of the century and few mineral claims have been staked since then.
www.em.gov.bc.ca /mining/geolsurv/minfile/mapareas/82lnecov.htm   (516 words)

  
 Revelstoke Hostel - SameSun Backpacker Lodges - Canada Backpackers and Canada Hostels in Canada
Revelstoke is a town with heart and soul and the atmosphere in SameSun Lodge is no different.
At the western gateway to Banff, Jasper, Yoho, Kootenay, Glacier and Mt. Revelstoke National Parks you are just minutes from mountain adventure, natural hot springs, glacial hikes, alpine meadows of wildflowers, world-class mountain-biking, powder skiing and natural pristine wilderness beauty.
Revelstoke is located smack in the middle of the Monashee and Selkirk mountains, giving you a 360degree mountain view from anywhere in town, if your looking for natural beauty and a place to relax, than this is it.
www.samesun.com /revelstoke_hostel.html   (331 words)

  
 Revelstoke on Encyclopedia.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
The city is at the foot of the Selkirk Mts.
It is also a railroad division point and a distribution center for a mining and lumbering area.
Cross Lake Minerals Ltd.: Project Update LP Property, Revelstoke, British Columbia.
www.encyclopedia.com /html/R/Revelsto.asp   (233 words)

  
 Revelstoke Transit Information - Revelstoke Parks & Recreation Department
Revelstoke transit gives you a choice of two types of transit service to suit your needs.
Anyone who is unable to use regular transit, due to a physical or mental disability, is eligible for Door to Door Transit.
For senior citizens and residents with disabilities on restricted incomes, there is an annual bus pass which allows unlimited travel on the Revelstoke Transit system.
www.cityofrevelstoke.com /parks-rec/transit.htm   (477 words)

  
 Monashee Lodge - Motel in Revelstoke, British Columbia, Canada
The Monashee Lodge is set in the spectacular mountains of Revelstoke, British Columbia, Canada.
Jen and Kevan welcome you to the Monashee Lodge, a modern, clean, newly renovated motel that is ideal for Revelstoke accommodations in any season.
Relax at the motel after your busy day in Revelstoke and the National parks in our soothing hot tub.
www.monasheelodge.com   (210 words)

  
 The Heritage Society of B.C.
The third annual Heritage Society of B.C. Regional Meeting was held on Saturday, October 1, at the Regent Inn in Revelstoke.
Tour highlights featured Revelstoke's highly-regarded downtown revitalization program, some wonderful heritage homes, and the Courthouse, an architectural landmark now owned by the City.
The tour wound up with afternoon tea at the Revelstoke Museum, in the former post office building, where the museum society was presented with a award from the Heritage Society of B.C. for their heritage garden project, completed last year.
www.islandnet.com /~hsbc   (538 words)

  
 The Revelstoke Nordic Ski Club
The Revelstoke Nordic Ski Club can trace its roots back to 1891.
Approximately 24 kilometers of trails are groomed for both skating and classic technique with a Bombardier BR275 Snowcat.
The Revelstoke area is famous for its prodigious snowfall and the trails system’s easterly aspect helps keep snow conditions excellent.
www.revelstokenordic.org   (214 words)

  
 Mt. MacKenzie Ski Resort Development - Revelstoke BC Canada   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
“This is exciting news for the people of Revelstoke, the Kootenay region, and B.C.,” said MLA for Columbia River-Revelstoke and minister of state for women’s and seniors’ services Wendy McMahon.
Approval of the agreement follows extensive review by the public, First Nations and local and provincial governments, and mediation to resolve outstanding issues around pre-existing tenures and land ownership.
Detailed information on the Mt. MacKenzie Master Plan and its Socio-Economic Impact on the community of Revelstoke are available on the project page, as well as some preliminary information on the resort neighborhoods on the real estate page.
www.skirevelstoke.com   (783 words)

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