Shuswap
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Start Your Shuswap Experience
Driving with a boat in tow to the Shuswap from the east or west on the Trans-Canada highway, the winding roads open to reveal the blue expanse of Shuswap and Little Shuswap lakes, some of BC’s most popular inland waterways and a haven for... Read more
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Province of BC
Quagga mussel discovery in Idaho should have all watercraft users in the Pacific Northwest on heightened alert
The Shuswap Watershed Council (SWC) is raising the alarm about recent discoveries of invasive Zebra and Quagga mussels. Quagga mussels have been detected in the Snake River at Twin Falls, Idaho. This new detection, confirmed by the Idaho... Read more
Nov 3, 2023
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Be Aware of Aquatic Species
Protecting the waterways in British Columbia from invasive mussels is an ongoing effort. To date, they haven’t reached the Shuswap or anywhere in the province thanks to the awareness raised by BC environmental groups and the responsible behaviour... Read more
Aug 22, 2023
Don Weixl Twin Anchors Houseboat Vacations
Top Reasons to Rent a Houseboat
If you’re looking for a new outdoor experience this summer, renting a houseboat in the Shuswap will be an incredible trip. Spending leisure time with friends and family, taking day trips with a kayak, and relaxing waterside at various destinations... Read more
Aug 16, 2023
Discover Boating
The RCMSAR and Saving Lives on the Water
The Kids Don't Float Program is an essential initiative that aims to provide free access to Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs) for everyone in the Shuswap through strategically located PFD stations and kiosks. To minimize the risk of drowning... Read more
Aug 8, 2023
Discover Boating
Boat Maintenance for First-Time Owners
Buying a new or pre-owned boat to run for your first season is exciting. Days in the Shuswap can be spent cruising the popular arms, enjoying wakeboarding and relaxing in a quiet anchorage. However, how do you maintain it to ensure a great summer... Read more
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Plan a Family Fun Day Trip
More than half a dozen preserved natural areas are located in this region of BC. At 154 ha (380 ac), Shuswap Lake Provincial Park is the largest and one of the most pleasurable destinations for outdoor enthusiasts, including recreational boaters... Read more
Jul 18, 2023
Photo Courtesy Daniels Store and Marina
Daniels Store and Marina Celebrates a Milestone
This year marks our 60th summer of operating Daniels Store and Marina in beautiful Seymour Arm, BC. Known as ‘the little store that could,’ we have survived forest fires, floods and the COVID-19 pandemic. A family-owned business that has been... Read more
Jul 9, 2023
