Activities & Childcare
Conference Registration is now Sold Out.
The 2008 event will be held January 30 - February 1 in Halifax, N.S.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Bring your family along and stay a few extra days for a vacation!
Child care is available through the hotel (Please call: 1-800-465-4651) and children’s workshops will be available during the conference (Please see Registration for details). There is something for everyone!
While you are in Kelowna, why not enjoy some of the activities this beautiful area has to offer?
Hotel Amenities:
- Fully equipped gym
- indoor pool
- hot tubs
- dry sauna
Grand Spa
http://www.grandokanagan.com/spa/index.html
The Lake City Casino
http://www.grandokanagan.com/grand/casino.html
In the area:
Skiing
Nestled within the Caribou, Monashee and Selkirk mountain ranges, the Okanagan Valley offers some of the best skiing in North America. Winter temperatures in the region average around 0°C (32°F), maintaining fantastic snow condition while being comfortable enough to be outdoors. Whether you like to stay on the bunny hill or fly down the most challenging of black diamonds, an Okanagan ski vacation is sure to please. For serious thrill seekers, be sure to check out the heli-skiing and snowcat-skiing opportunities available in the area!
The major resorts and ski areas include Apex Mountain Resort, Big White Ski Resort, Mount Baldy Ski Area, Silver Star Mountain, and Sun Peaks Resort
For more information, visit:
www.apexresort.com
www.bigwhite.com
www.silverstarmtn.com
www.mtbaldy.com
www.sunpeaksresort.com
Okanagan Wineries
The Valley is home to more than 60 world-class Okanagan wineries and vineyards, many of which are located just minutes from The Grand Okanagan Hotel. The climate and setting provide perfect growing conditions for all types of wine grapes, and the spectacular views are second to none. Half-day, full-day and weekend tours are available year-round and often include complimentary wine tasting, information on the art of wine-making, lunch overlooking the beautiful Okanagan Lake, and the chance to browse through unique shops and boutiques filled with local treasures.
Visit www.okwinetours.com information
Lavender Herb Farm
Come visit the one-of-a-kind Lavender Herb Farm and its breathtaking views of vineyards, orchards and the pristine Okanagan Lake. With 27 varieties of organic lavender, a u-pick where customers can cut their own lavender bouquets from mid-June to September, special events including the Spring Wine Festival and the Lavender Harvest Festival, and a country store featuring lavender products, Battenburg lace linens, lavender plants and potted herb gardens, Lavender Herb Farm is a unique and interesting place to spend the day.
Visit www.okanaganlavender.com
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