The Okanagan Valley BC famous for it's outstanding natural beauty, four seasons, wineries and agriculture, an area I've passed through many times but never experience "living like a local" until now. My first 2015 assignment, I say my as John has stayed in Vancouver for a number of reasons .... I'm enjoying some "me" time with my new best friend Joey an Australian Terrier*
The Okanagan Valley My home away from home thanks to TrustedHousesitters.com a beautiful home over looking Lake Okanagan* if you've never heard of the Okanagan you may have heard about the Ogopogo the lake monster the existence of which dates back as far as 1872! Haven't had a glimpse since arriving but then it is winter and this is a very large lake, 80 miles long and 2.2 miles wide and my eye sight isn't what it used to be:))
Great skiing close by at Sun Peaks Protected from the mild, coastal weather by the Coast Mountains, the resort receives on average nearly 6 metres of Interior BC's famous light, dry, 'easy-to-ski' powder much less expensive than Whistler but not as famous of course which makes for a less crowded and manic skiing experience.
Had lots of snow since arriving, great work out with the snow shovel ... so another update soon but for now it's off to the gym, just a flight of stairs away so no excuse!
*The Australian Terrier, called an "Aussie" by his admirers (although he's not to be confused with an Australian Shepherd), is a small terrier with upright ears and a rough, shaggy coat. He is the littlest of the working terriers, but don't let his size fool you. He's definitely a lot of dog in a tiny package, with a typical terrier slant on life: tenacious, independent, hardworking, and lively.
With a spirited, mischievous personality, the Aussie jumps into life with attitude. But he's usually strongly attached to his family — so strongly attached that he'll often match his mood to yours. If you've got the blues, he is calm and quiet. If you're happy and excited, he turns frisky and playful ... all very true! http://dogtime.com/dog-breeds/australian-terrier
Okanagan Lake is home to this lake monster. The lake is massive in size. It is about 169 Km(80 miles) long, 3.5 Km(2.2 miles) wide and depths estimated to be nearly 305 meters(1000 feet)! - See more at: http://www.okanagan-valley-guide.com/ogopogo.html#sthash.Zcyjom44.dpufOkanagan Lake is home to this lake monster. The lake is massive in size. It is about 169 Km(80 miles) long, 3.5 Km(2.2 miles) wide and depths estimated to be nearly 305 meters(1000 feet)! - See more at: http://www.okanagan-valley-guide.com/ogopogo.html#sthash.Zcyjom44.dpufhttp://www.okanagan-valley-guide.com/ogopogo.html
With a spirited, mischievous personality, the Aussie jumps into life with attitude. But he's usually strongly attached to his family — so strongly attached that he'll often match his mood to yours. If you've got the blues, he is calm and quiet. If you're happy and excited, he turns frisky and playful ... all very true! http://dogtime.com/dog-breeds/australian-terrier
Okanagan Lake is home to this lake monster. The lake is massive in size. It is about 169 Km(80 miles) long, 3.5 Km(2.2 miles) wide and depths estimated to be nearly 305 meters(1000 feet)! - See more at: http://www.okanagan-valley-guide.com/ogopogo.html#sthash.Zcyjom44.dpufOkanagan Lake is home to this lake monster. The lake is massive in size. It is about 169 Km(80 miles) long, 3.5 Km(2.2 miles) wide and depths estimated to be nearly 305 meters(1000 feet)! - See more at: http://www.okanagan-valley-guide.com/ogopogo.html#sthash.Zcyjom44.dpufhttp://www.okanagan-valley-guide.com/ogopogo.html
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