Looking for a peaceful getaway but with lots to do then the Cottages at Cultus Lake is the place for you. Brand new luxury cottage with all the amenities are waiting for you. The cottage itself is completely furnished with all appliances and sits across from a grove of tall cedars. Sit on the outside veranda or the back deck and enjoy the Mountain views or the view of the grove. Walk a few feet and enjoy a campfire in the fire pit.

If that’s not enough walk down to the 5 million dollar clubhouse that has a big screen TV with black leather recliners set up in a theatre atmosphere or go upstairs and play poker, shuffleboard or various other games. Worried about your daily workout…don’t be. Enjoy full use of the Fitness Centre. For kids this is a great place. There is a playground, kids pool, kids hot tub and a creek to throw rocks in. The club house also features an adult only pool and hot tub.

Situated right beside a golf course and 10 min walk from the lake. There is lots to do so come and explore the possibilities. Mulberry Cottage is 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms with a great room design and has beds for 8 people.

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Every year approximately 1,000 eagles show up in the Harrison River area alone to feed on the abundant salmon carcasses scattered along the shores of the river. The presence of the eagles is a confirmation that the environmental balance remains intact. We all have a part to play to ensure this balance remains in future generations.

Make sure to read the articles throughout the Eagle Flyer to further help you get the most out of your experience. Please join us on November 21st & 22nd 2009, and explore the variety of sites with exhibits, food, live eagles and entertainment. There is something for everyone, many sites are free of charge and designed with families in mind. See you along the way.

They shuttle you up river on school buses and give you a big safety talk. This includes what to do if you fall out of the raft, how to pull someone back into the raft, and the three ways you can die (getting stuck in a tree, getting foot stuck in rock, and… we can’t remember the third way).

Each raft has a guide, and a solo guide also rides ahead of everyone in a kayak. We had 8 rafts on the trip with 8 to 10 people per raft. Theo and I were with Para (a girl he works with), four Aussies, and our guide Jeff. The entire trip down the river takes about 2 to 2 1/2 hours.

Heading down the river you immediately hit some rapids. They definitely don’t ease you into it. Out boat got stuck on a rock and I almost went flying out. That was a bit scary. We had to keep shifting out weight from left to right to try and free the boat. Once we did, we hit they rapids again, and Theo fell out. He barely seemed to hit the water before Para pulled him back into the raft.

Further down the river, Jeff says “everyone to the back of the boat…trust me”, so we all squish into the back of the boat. Before you know it, we’ve been launched up a smooth rock on shore and are slowly tipping backwards (he did this on purpose!). The raft almost flipped backwards, and two Aussies fell out. The girl lost two of her shoes and a sock. We managed to retrieve one of her shoes further down river.

During a calm part of the river, you had the option to jump out, hold on to the OS (OutSide,
Oh Shit, or Oh Sugar) line, and float down the river. Theo and I both jumped in. The water was cold, but nice. It was really relaxing. We also had the chance to go on a short hike to see a water fall. You could walk under it if you wanted. I was not in the best shoes (converse, very slippery). Theo walked beneath and said it was really cold!

Our guide was really great. He kept trying to tip the raft, but the seven of us were paddling too well for him to succeed. It seemed that on the easier course they try to get people into the water as often as possible.

Right before the higher class rapids at the end you stop on the shore for a snack. People who are not enjoying themselves have the chance to skip these rapids and walk the rest of the way back to the campground (only about a 15 minute walk). We definitely did not walk! Apparently on this last set of rapids I managed to split my wet suit right in the bum. It’s a good thing you wear a bathing suit underneath.

After a day of rafting, we headed to Andrea’s place (another woman from work) for a BBQ. We were absolutely starving at this point! The food was good, the beer was cold and we were exhausted.

This morning, we are incredibly sore. My arms, abs, legs, and butt are killing me! The guides are obviously in great shape, because they do this twice a day, 365 days a year! I’m not sure I could do it twice a week at this point. Some of us are considering doing white water kayaking later this summer. Should be fun!

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Fishing the Mighty White Sturgeon of the famous Fraser River in Chilliwack, British Columbia, Canada. The Tournament includes 2 Days Guided Fishing, 3 Nights Accommodation, Daily Transportation, Buffet Breakfasts, Lunches as well as a wrap up Banquet! Come fish with us on 5 and 6 November for white sturgeon on the Fraser River. All fish caught will be carefully released. In excess of 90 fish were caught in 2008! Come Experience a Trip of a Lifetime!

1 in 80 chance of winning up to $55,000
Only 20 boats (max. 80 anglers)
Call to register today on Tel. 1-866-991-0287
info@worldsturgeonclassic.com

The World Sturgeon Classic 2009 Tournament is coordinated by the following Professional Guiding Companies :-
> Len’s Sportfishing Adventures
> BlueWater Rockies Sportfish Guide Co.
> Great River Fishing Adventures

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This amazing Cultus Lake Cabin Rental has 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom and sleeps up to 7 people.

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Located a short drive away from the Cottages at Cultus Lake, this trail is a 8km round trip (4 hours) resulting in amazing views.

The Elk Mountain Trail is one of the most rewarding trails in the area given the commanding views of Cultus Lake and South Fraser Valley. The extended hike to Thurston is more ambitious but equally rewarding for the views of Mt. Baker and the Cascade Mountains back country.

There are hikes for all levels on CultusCottages.com :
Walks | Easy Hikes | Moderate Hikes | Difficult Hikes | Very Difficult Hikes

There are lots of hikes close to Cultus Lake & Chilliwack:
Cultus Lake Area | Chilliwack River Valley | Fraser Valley South/West
Bridal Falls Area | Harrison Lake Area | Harrison West | Hope Area

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“We can safely assume that well over 1,000 people took in the event and are very pleased with those numbers as we try to educate our community about Cultus Lake and its fish,” said Frank Kwak from the Fraser Valley Salmon Society.

The docks in front of Main Beach were lined with fishermen of all ages on Saturday. A total of 420 adults + 374 children between them caught 473 pikeminnows, which is down from the 700 pikeminnows caught last year.

Derby Organizers had tagged 25 pikeminnows for prizes but none of them were caught so they held a special draw for everyone that caught a fish and 5 lucky people had their names drawn, each winning $100.

While the docks at Main Beach were lined with eager kids and adults dropping lines, a number of people got out on the water as five local fishing guides took some lucky kids out in boats …
>Len’s Sportfishing Adventures
>BlueWater Rockies Sportfish Guide Co.
>Swiftwater Guiding
>Reaction Fly & Tackle, and
>Great River Fishing Adventures

“We were also happy to talk with several beach owners who stopped by to thank us for the great event as well as two Cultus Lake Park Board councillors, which was an encouragement to us,” Frank Kwak said.

At least another 200 other people came by for the BBQ or just to enjoy onshore activities such as beach games, face painting and the display booths.

GREG CLARK MEMORIAL DERBY RESULTS

Largest pikeminnow by a junior
- Tessa MacKay .74 kg who won a Norco Mountain bike + $50 gift certificate

Junior Boys largest pikeminnow
- Ethan Lazar .54 kg who won a Norco Mountain bike + $50 gift certificate

Most pikeminnows caught by a junior boy
- Matthew Fisher = 26

Most pikeminnows caught by a junior girl
- Kelly Holdsworth = 34

Hidden weight by a junior boy
- Jami Weathergill

Hidden weight by a junior girl
- Teagan Jones

Adult Division Largest Pikeminnow
- Scott Manwieller 1.36 kg who won an eight-foot Streamer XL Pontoon Boat ($800 value)

Adult Division Most pike minnows
- Troy Huggins = 29 who won a PVR machine

Hidden weight
- Rob Beckers

“Mark is selfless, knowledgeable, and he sets the bar in terms of community-building for anything to do with fish and watershed,” said Marion Robinson of the Fraser Basin Council.

The award is part of their joint Fraser Salmon and Watersheds Program, honoring the individual of the year who has “made a tangible contribution” to the preservation, enhancement and improvement of the Fraser River watershed and its salmon.

Brian Riddell, of Pacific Salmon Foundation, called Johnson “a partnership catalyst” for a number of key initiatives in the valley.

“He has supported and played integral roles in the Chilliwack River Action Committee, the Cultus Lake Aquatic Stewardship Strategy, the Fraser Valley Regional Watersheds Coalition, and many others. He is a great ambassador for what FSWP stands for.”

Johnson’s cash prize will be split by local groups like CRAC, CSS Environmental Club, CLASS, Fraser Valley Bald Eagle Festival Society, Fraser Valley Conservancy, Fraser Valley Regional Watersheds Coalition, and the Skowkale Hatchery Revitalization and Education Project.

“It’s so true to form for him,” said Robinson about giving away his award money. “He’s that kind of unassuming guy. It’s really big of him, too, because it’s tough for those groups to get any financial resources to do the work they’re trying to do.”

Johnson was selected for this recognition by peers and organizations involved in watershed projects of different types.

“He’s a model collaborator, and he deeply understands what it takes to get people to work together,” Robinson continued. “When others are getting discouraged, Mark will find a way.” She said she had the pleasure of making a speech about Johnson when he accepted the Salmon Hero award on June 9.

“He doesn’t even think of himself in these terms,” the FBC official said. “In my speech I pointed out that some aspects of his work are difficult. It’s not every day that people can come to work so energized and enthused. But if Mark ever feels defeated, he never shows it.” Part of his “tangible contribution” to the cause is being a “connector” or “conduit” for the various groups.

This year’s annual meeting, the Fraser Assembly, zeroed in on the all-important skill of collaboration, and the Salmon Hero was selected with special consideration for Johnson’s “outstanding ability” to foster effective collaboration. “It’s not going to be one person who saves the world,” said Robinson. “Mark knows that it takes all of us.”

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