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friendly
Date: Jan 12, 2010
Entry: Princeton is such a friendly community: you can walk in the streets and total strangers will give you a nice smile!
friendly
Date: Jan 12, 2010
Entry: Princeton is such a friendly community: you can walk in the streets and total strangers will give you a nice smile!
Outdoor Fun For Every Season
Date: Jan 12, 2010
Entry: We love Princeton, we love the wildflower hills in spring, we love the dusty air during summer rodeo weekend, we love the fall fair showcases, we love the snow capped trees enveloping us at Christmas.
What a supportive, adventurous community Princeton is!
Outdoor Fun For Every Season
Date: Jan 12, 2010
Entry: We love Princeton, we love the wildflower hills in spring, we love the dusty air during summer rodeo weekend, we love the fall fair showcases, we love the snow capped trees enveloping us at Christmas.
What... more
Geography skills
Date: Jan 12, 2010
Entry: These five students were finalists in the School Championship for Geography Challenge sponsored by the Canadian Council for Geographic Education.
Geography skills
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Date: Jan 12, 2010
Entry: These five students were finalists in the School Championship for Geography Challenge sponsored by the Canadian Council for Geographic Education.
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Penny Drive
Date: Jan 12, 2010
Entry: Ms. Campana's class poses with the pennies that were collected over a week's time by the students at John Allison Elementary School. A grand total of $247.98 was raised and the money will be sent to the School's foster child in Bogata, Columbia, named Maricela. The kids have been raising money for the foster program for more than nine years, as Maricela was seven years old when the school first fostered her. She is now 16 years old and doing well in her native country.
Penny Drive
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Date: Jan 12, 2010
Entry: Ms. Campana's class poses with the pennies that were collected over a week's time by the students at John Allison Elementary School. A grand total of $247.98 was raised and the money will be sent to the... more
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Cross Country Skiing at China Ridge
Date: Jan 11, 2010
Entry: Princeton has world class cross country skiing available at the China Ridge Recreation Area. It's so close (10 minutes from town) and the trails and facilities are outstanding!
Cross Country Skiing at China Ridge
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Date: Jan 11, 2010
Entry: Princeton has world class cross country skiing available at the China Ridge Recreation Area. It's so close (10 minutes from town) and the trails and facilities are outstanding!
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princeton
Date: Jan 10, 2010
Entry: Great people. Small town heart with a big town advanced outlook. Beautiful scnery. Every type of recreational activity for all ages and interests.
princeton
Date: Jan 10, 2010
Entry: Great people. Small town heart with a big town advanced outlook. Beautiful scnery. Every type of recreational activity for all ages and interests.
princeton
Date: Jan 10, 2010
Entry: princeton is an asome town that we all love and care for
princeton
Date: Jan 10, 2010
Entry: princeton is an asome town that we all love and care for
mushrooms!
Date: Jan 8, 2010
Entry: Every fall we go out to try to identify mushrooms.
mushrooms!
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Date: Jan 8, 2010
Entry: Every fall we go out to try to identify mushrooms.
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fishing!
Date: Jan 8, 2010
Entry: Princeton has so much to offer, in the summer I enjoy the fishing!
fishing!
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Date: Jan 8, 2010
Entry: Princeton has so much to offer, in the summer I enjoy the fishing!
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Following his own dream
Date: Jan 8, 2010
Entry: Nic Yee grew up in Princeton. He loves hockey. Nic followed his love to Penticton to play on a rep team there and now has gone up to Dawson Creek to play Junior B hockey. Our local Junior B hockey coach was instrumental in helping Nic fulfill his dream and his parents were behind their oldest son 100%. "We don't want Nic to have any regrets," said dad Stephen.
Following his own dream
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Date: Jan 8, 2010
Entry: Nic Yee grew up in Princeton. He loves hockey. Nic followed his love to Penticton to play on a rep team there and now has gone up to Dawson Creek to play Junior B hockey. Our local Junior B hockey coach... more
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Let's go Princeton. Proud of you
Date: Jan 8, 2010
Entry: Just a quick note to say I am very proud of the people of Princeton, for showing the support they have with all the postings and pictures.
PRINCETON FOR THE GOLD!!!!!!
Let's go Princeton. Proud of you
Date: Jan 8, 2010
Entry: Just a quick note to say I am very proud of the people of Princeton, for showing the support they have with all the postings and pictures.
PRINCETON FOR THE GOLD!!!!!!
Princeton = GamesTown2010
Date: Jan 8, 2010
Entry: Most Community Entries, Top Healthy Living Pledges, Top Spirit School Entries. Demonstrated great community spirit and a healthy lifestyle. Has been on board and consistant from the beginning.
Princeton = GamesTown2010
Date: Jan 8, 2010
Entry: Most Community Entries, Top Healthy Living Pledges, Top Spirit School Entries. Demonstrated great community spirit and a healthy lifestyle. Has been on board and consistant from the beginning.
lots of snow
Date: Jan 8, 2010
Entry: all the snow is really good for snow forts!!!! whether you want tunnels or walls vermillion forks is awsome
lots of snow
Date: Jan 8, 2010
Entry: all the snow is really good for snow forts!!!! whether you want tunnels or walls vermillion forks is awsome
I love PRINCETON!!!!!
Date: Jan 8, 2010
Entry: I love Princeton! Fishing and camping are my favorite things to do, along with hockey! I discovered catching (and kissing) frogs is up there too! Not one of them turned into a princess though!
I love PRINCETON!!!!!
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Date: Jan 8, 2010
Entry: I love Princeton! Fishing and camping are my favorite things to do, along with hockey! I discovered catching (and kissing) frogs is up there too! Not one of them turned into a princess though!
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Pleased with home
Date: Jan 7, 2010
Entry: Just want to wish all the communities well, as I stated before - we are all winners already!
The sense of pride and accomplishment in our home towns is displayed with heart and passion, and thats all it takes to really make a difference. Congratulations everyone!
But I do have to say... GO PRINCETON!
Thanks so much to all who have participated by being proud and sharing your thoughts of Princeton, our home on Gamestown 2010.
Pleased with home
Date: Jan 7, 2010
Entry: Just want to wish all the communities well, as I stated before - we are all winners already!
The sense of pride and accomplishment in our home towns is displayed with heart and passion, and thats all... more
I love all the things i can do in Princeton in all the seasons!
Date: Jan 7, 2010
Entry: I skate on my friend's rink, go sledding with friends and family, and I am joining the China Ridge Cross Country Ski Club next week! In the summer my mom, brother, Uncle and I enjoy canoeing, fishing and hiking. We have our favorite camping spots we go to every year, and we discover at least one new one too!We also race, my rubber boat "Nora" against the canoe!
Last summer we had a British Soccer Camp here, sooo much fun!!
I love all the things i can do in Princeton in all the seasons!
Date: Jan 7, 2010
Entry: I skate on my friend's rink, go sledding with friends and family, and I am joining the China Ridge Cross Country Ski Club next week! In the summer my mom, brother, Uncle and I enjoy canoeing, fishing... more
Princeton Sunsets
Date: Jan 7, 2010
Entry: It is easy to live in a place with sunsets like these. I get up every morning and run out my back door and up the mountain and through the woods and meadow and I think how blessed I am. My dogs love it too.
Princeton Sunsets
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Date: Jan 7, 2010
Entry: It is easy to live in a place with sunsets like these. I get up every morning and run out my back door and up the mountain and through the woods and meadow and I think how blessed I am. My dogs love... more
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Pride in our own
Date: Jan 7, 2010
Entry: I've been reading the many wonderful comments made about all of the communities. I think it is absolutely beautiful at the amount of pride all the individuals have in their homes, their communities - what an amazing way to see people from all over come together! We are all winners, for this reason alone.
However, I'd like to share why I believe my hometown Princeton, deserves the title of Gamestown 2010.
Although small, Princeton is a community that is largest - in heart. I have lived in other towns, even cities - and always came home. I have never experienced the sense of community like that of Princeton, anywhere else. Whether it be a happy event or a sad event, this community binds together. We fight hard for what we believe in. We play hard and we work hard. Volunteers are the backbone of our many great accomplishments - our residents joining forces to make good things happen. If you live here and need a hand, most times you'll get help without even asking. If you are travelling through and need help, it's there without question. If you leave, we support your endevours, and when you come home, you are welcomed with open arms. We love and take pride in our clean air, the beauty and endless outdoor recreation possiblilities of our area and of course-hockey! We are B.C.'s best kept secret, (although no longer a secret) and we are proud to support our Olympic Volunteers!
Pride in our own
Date: Jan 7, 2010
Entry: I've been reading the many wonderful comments made about all of the communities. I think it is absolutely beautiful at the amount of pride all the individuals have in their homes, their communities - what... more
Fall in Princeton
Date: Jan 7, 2010
Entry: Fall in Princeton means loads of fun in the leaves. It also means time to enjoy the changing scenery. The trees behind my house take my breath away every fall.
Fall in Princeton
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Date: Jan 7, 2010
Entry: Fall in Princeton means loads of fun in the leaves. It also means time to enjoy the changing scenery. The trees behind my house take my breath away every fall.
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Life in Princeton really does have it all!
Date: Jan 7, 2010
Entry:
We have Nature at our doorstep, activities as varied as each person who lives here, fresh air and clean water. One of the greatest benefits I have received from living here is watching my children grow up in a healthy community with access to many reasonably priced, (if not free), activities.
Canoeing, fishing and camping are regular outings for us in the summer. And of course gardening "...good for clearing your head", as my friend Benny says. Not to mention the benefits of eating fresh, organic food we grow ourselves! My resolution this year is to take more time to appreciate where we live, to experience a few more of the activities available in Princeton, and to not take where I live for granted!
Life in Princeton really does have it all!
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Date: Jan 7, 2010
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We have Nature at our doorstep, activities as varied as each person who lives here, fresh air and clean water. One of the greatest benefits I have received from living here is watching my children grow... more
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Teachers Learn about Gardening
Date: Jan 7, 2010
Entry: Teachers as well as students developed a green thumb this year. JA Garden had produced enough vegetables to make Stone Soup and Cole Slaw for everyone.
Teachers Learn about Gardening
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Date: Jan 7, 2010
Entry: Teachers as well as students developed a green thumb this year. JA Garden had produced enough vegetables to make Stone Soup and Cole Slaw for everyone.
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It's Rally Time!!!
Date: Jan 7, 2010
Entry: Princeton is always up for a good rally, so when we were told we needed to wow the judges we took it to heart. 48 hours of all out battle of the fittest or gamestowniest ensued. Princeton set out to wow and win or lose we need to be really proud of all we managed to do. Rally time means game on. Princeton wowed me in the process. I am so proud of our town. Good job everyone.
It's Rally Time!!!
Date: Jan 7, 2010
Entry: Princeton is always up for a good rally, so when we were told we needed to wow the judges we took it to heart. 48 hours of all out battle of the fittest or gamestowniest ensued. Princeton set out to... more
Princeton is rich in history, culture, story and community.
Date: Jan 7, 2010
Entry: When you think about your hometown many things come to mind friends, family, home, comfort visions of growing up and thoughts of the future. Princeton is my hometown. I was born in Princeton, my father, grandfather, great-grandmother, great great-grandmother and even her mother were from Princeton before Princeton was a European settlement. Now I have a son and he is going to grow up on the same family farm that I grew up on and my father and grandfather grew up on. Princeton is our home.
When you are young there is something that makes you want to spread your wings and move away but it is never the same so moving back to Princeton to raise my family was not just something to do it was natural.
To live in Princeton you need to love the outdoors, you need to love an active way of life. We do not have the amenities that the cities like Kelowna or Kamloops have. We do not have the “arts and culture” that Vancouver has but we do have a lot. We have our museum that tells our story; we have our little books store, our library, our new Wellness Centre that houses our community theatre group, our painters, potters, musicians and other artisans. We may not have an Olympic swimming pool but we have our centennial pool where our dedicated staff of lifeguards who teach our children how to swim. We have our rivers the Similkameen and Tulameen where we spend our summers when not fishing on one of our countless lakes and streams.
We may not have the things that the cities have, we have more. We have Alpine meadows to hike in or the cross country ski trails of China Ridge to ski on. We have the Swan Lake conservation area to hike around and learn about the natural world around us. We have mountains to climb, trails to hike, rivers, lakes and streams to swim and fish in. Princeton is paradise.
Princeton is rich in history, culture, story and community. This is my home.
Princeton is rich in history, culture, story and community.
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Date: Jan 7, 2010
Entry: When you think about your hometown many things come to mind friends, family, home, comfort visions of growing up and thoughts of the future. Princeton is my hometown. I was born in Princeton, my father,... more
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We love Hockey and we Love the Princeton Posse
Date: Jan 7, 2010
Entry: Members of the Princeton Posse came to John Allison School to play in the snow with the children.
The Posse is the best hockey team!
We love Hockey and we Love the Princeton Posse
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Date: Jan 7, 2010
Entry: Members of the Princeton Posse came to John Allison School to play in the snow with the children.
The Posse is the best hockey team!
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Fun Outdoors
Date: Jan 7, 2010
Entry: John Allison kids love playing in Princeton's great outdoors.
Fun Outdoors
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Date: Jan 7, 2010
Entry: John Allison kids love playing in Princeton's great outdoors.
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Princeton is GamesTown2010
Three communities own the GamesTown 2010 podium:
It Starts with Your Story
How did the Winter Games experience inspire you, your friends, family, coworkers, neighbours, teammates...? Share your story with the world!
Congratulations
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Take the Pledge
The World Healthy Living Challenge Pledge is a great way to shape up and step up to your own personal podium for a healthier you! Take the Pledge
 GamesTown 2010 Email Alerts
Email Alerts give you advance notice of pending GamesTown 2010 entry deadlines and important milestones including major prize draws.
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