The tension built towards the end of the 6th International UNESCO Conference on Geoparks held at Stonehammer Global Geopark in New Brunswick last September. The announcement of eleven new Global Geoparks in the world was made at the end of a gala dinner on the last night of the conference and the last one announced…
There is a great, largely unappreciated conservation story in the area east of Tumbler. The eastern half of the Tumbler Ridge Global Geopark plays a part in it. And Darryl Kroeker, Head of Conservation Programs for Ducks Unlimited Canada, BC Peace Region, is helping us tell it and helping our Global Geopark with a lot…
Winter tourism in Tumbler Ridge has enormous potential, but has not yet been developed. Before significant numbers of international Geopark tourists become a reality here in winter, an attractive product needs to be created. Fortunately, a few dedicated Tumbler Ridge residents are busy doing just that. Interestingly, it seems that few other Global Geoparks have…
Mt Babcock has shed these rocks so perfectly they resemble ships laid up in a yard. Amazing views of the valley await brave hikers.
One of British Columbia’s Premier Backcountry Hikes brings you to the middle of Monkman Provincial Park.
Our most visited trackway and dino footprints. Not to be missed!
An amazing lake that serves as the start point for some of our most famous alpine destinations.
Mystical water surrounded by Limestone Cliffs. Surprisingly accessible, come be amazed.
Mount Babcock’s Southeast Slope features a landscape of towering rock pinnacles. Scrambling necessary in places.
The week before Christmas was busy for the Geopark, Wolverine Nordic & Mountain Society (WNMS), and Museum Foundation. Very busy… and without exception filled with good stuff. Day 1 – Tepee Falls: Birgit Sharman (WNMS President) and Larry White (WNMS V-P) head off in the morning for the Tepee Falls trail, for a final meeting…
