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Narrates the rock-climbing experience of the Fowler family in Okanagan, British Columbia. Reputation of Skaha Bluffs; Exhaustion on precipitous cliff; Importance of mastery in climbing techniques.

Recounts the experience of the author in Nordic skiing in the Silver Star Provincial Park in the Okanagan Valley, British Columbia. Tour in the area with members of the Sovereign Lake Nordic Club; Description of the Silver Star Mountain Resort; Relationship between the park management and the community; Programs for skiing learners.

Presents travel and tourism information about the Fintry Provincial Park along the Okanagan Lake in British Columbia. INSET: FINTRY PARK TO KNOW IF YOU GO.

Presents travel and tourism information about the Commercial Drive area in Vancouver, British Columbia. INSET: Commercial Drive TO KNOW IF YOU GO.

Describes a backpacking expedition at Mount Ishbel in Banff National Park in Alberta. INSETS: Beware of Bears;Nature Nearby.

Reports on the growth of on-site commercial and domestic wind turbines in Canada. Year 2000 date conversion concerns; Low cost; Increase in familiarity and understanding of consumers to wind and photovoltaic power.