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A Great Place to Live!
Date: Jan 4, 2010
Entry: I can't believe that I have lived in Quesnel for almost 40 years! This is a great place to live - to raise children, have a home, own a business. The residents of Quesnel are generous - both with their time in volunteering and with their fortunes in donating to Good Cheer, Salvation Army, etc.
This provides a great background for raising children and teaching them values!
A Great Place to Live!
Date: Jan 4, 2010
Entry: I can't believe that I have lived in Quesnel for almost 40 years! This is a great place to live - to raise children, have a home, own a business. The residents of Quesnel are generous - both with their... more
Amazing place to live!
Date: Jan 4, 2010
Entry: Having moved from Ontario more then a decade ago, I can not imagine ever moving back there. The beauty of this area is truly astounding at all times fo the year.
Amazing place to live!
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Date: Jan 4, 2010
Entry: Having moved from Ontario more then a decade ago, I can not imagine ever moving back there. The beauty of this area is truly astounding at all times fo the year.
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2010 Olympic torch
Date: Jan 4, 2010
Entry: Please every one if at all possible come out and support our great community and also see a once in a lifetime experience of the Olympic torch run in your very own great community of Quesnel, see you all there!!!!!!!
2010 Olympic torch
Date: Jan 4, 2010
Entry: Please every one if at all possible come out and support our great community and also see a once in a lifetime experience of the Olympic torch run in your very own great community of Quesnel, see you... more
Happy New Year!
Date: Jan 3, 2010
Entry: Welcoming in the New Year with a traditional sleigh ride, complete with bells and big black Percheron horses. We enjoyed a beautiful ride over a local ranch that has been in their family for going on four generations. Thank you!
Happy New Year!
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Date: Jan 3, 2010
Entry: Welcoming in the New Year with a traditional sleigh ride, complete with bells and big black Percheron horses. We enjoyed a beautiful ride over a local ranch that has been in their family for going on four... more
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Gold Pan City Dance
Date: Jan 2, 2010
Entry: Gold Pan City Dance Offers Several Different Styles and Types Of Dance To People Of All Ages.
Men, Women, Boys & Girls are all welcome to come and sign up for classes.
We offer Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Couples Dance, Stretch & Strength, Modern, Hip Hop & Musical Theater.
Many Styles Avalailable for all ages, 3 and up.
There are many very talented dancers here in our little studio, deffinetley worth a visit to one of our performances to see the talent for yourself. Or if you are intrested in a class or two we are sure there is something for you here to get you and your family or a few friends dancing. Dance is a huge part of life, a healthy part of life. People are born to dance, we begin in the diaper days of our early years and continue on into our elder years. Dance is a healthy way to express yourself through movement. So come on down and join in the fun.
Gold Pan City Dance
Date: Jan 2, 2010
Entry: Gold Pan City Dance Offers Several Different Styles and Types Of Dance To People Of All Ages.
Men, Women, Boys & Girls are all welcome to come and sign up for classes.
We offer Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Couples... more
Lucky to have the Yorston Corn Maze
Date: Dec 31, 2009
Entry: Our family traditions are centred around trips to the Yorston farm and their annual corn maze. One of Quesnel's best kept secrets, the Yorston property hosts thousands of school trips and visits from the general public as well as their famous Haunted Corn Maze at Halloween. Unassuming from the highway, a small dirt road leads down into a bucolic setting where cattle wander free and the hosts are always gracious, unassuming and unobtrusive. Thank you Yorston family for sharing your piece of heaven.
Lucky to have the Yorston Corn Maze
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Date: Dec 31, 2009
Entry: Our family traditions are centred around trips to the Yorston farm and their annual corn maze. One of Quesnel's best kept secrets, the Yorston property hosts thousands of school trips and visits from the... more
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My Chosen Home, Quesnel
Date: Dec 30, 2009
Entry: British Columbia is the best province to live in....and Quesnel is the best city to call home. In 1948 I moved with my parents from England to Burnaby, while friends of ours made the same move to Quesnel.
They never ceased to rave about Quesnel. I decided once I had my teaching certificate (in 1960) that I would come to Quesnel for a couple of years to see if it was as great as they said . They are now long gone ....... but I am still here. I met my husband here; we raised our family of 3 here, & I taught in the Quesnel school system for nearly 40 years. Now, as a retiree, neither my husband nor I have any desire to move. We have many friends here, especially within our church family (St. Andrew's United). I have found Quesnel to be a friendly town right from when I first arrived. Summers are great; when winter temperatures are around -10, with snow sparkling in the sun, that, too, is great, although my preference is to look at it from inside a nice warm house. For activities & facilities, there is nothing that Quesnel lacks, especially now with the college, & soon to be Arts & Recreation centre. Quesnel is vibrant, & I am happy to call it home.
My Chosen Home, Quesnel
Date: Dec 30, 2009
Entry: British Columbia is the best province to live in....and Quesnel is the best city to call home. In 1948 I moved with my parents from England to Burnaby, while friends of ours made the same move to Quesnel.
They... more
Freddy and Frieda vote for Quesnel!
Date: Dec 30, 2009
Entry: I met Freddie and Freida Fox last week at the Itcha cabin, 100 miles west of the Gold Pan City. They said they and their foxy friends are voting for Quesnel and they hope you will too. They were very excited to hear that Quesnel was in the lead! Go Quesnel go!
Freddy and Frieda vote for Quesnel!
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Date: Dec 30, 2009
Entry: I met Freddie and Freida Fox last week at the Itcha cabin, 100 miles west of the Gold Pan City. They said they and their foxy friends are voting for Quesnel and they hope you will too. They were very excited... more
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A Great Place to Grow Up!!!!!
Date: Dec 30, 2009
Entry: Every year in Quesnel, there are dozens of opportunities to participate in well-organized events raising much-needed funds for disease research and treatment. These are always fun-filled days and the perfect opportunity to get together as a community and recognize our close personal bond. Being a part of these events brings our community closer together, achieving a common better goal and makes our town into the friendly place it is - where everyone is greeted with a friendly nod of the head, a heartfelt hello and that niggling feeling that you all know each other "from somewhere". Quesnel is the best place to live - 2010 and always.
A Great Place to Grow Up!!!!!
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Date: Dec 30, 2009
Entry: Every year in Quesnel, there are dozens of opportunities to participate in well-organized events raising much-needed funds for disease research and treatment. These are always fun-filled days and the perfect... more
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Fabulous Quesnel!!
Date: Dec 29, 2009
Entry: We are blessed to live on one of the prettiest lakes in Northern B.C. Every season brings new delights, from new born ducklings, to tubing in the summertime, golden reds and fishing in Autumn and lots of ice skating, snowmobiling and ice fishing in the Winter. There's never a moment without something to do outside - walking along our beautiful Riverwalk or enjoying Dragon Lake and Ten Mile Lake. The activity continues on at one of our busiest indoor venues - the Twin Arenas, home to dedicated curlers, an outstanding Figure Skating Club, multi-tiered hockey teams and our own Millionaires. It is fabulous living in Quesnel.
Fabulous Quesnel!!
Date: Dec 29, 2009
Entry: We are blessed to live on one of the prettiest lakes in Northern B.C. Every season brings new delights, from new born ducklings, to tubing in the summertime, golden reds and fishing in Autumn and lots... more
Judging of the 2010 Games brochures
Date: Dec 28, 2009
Entry: Mayor Mary Sjostrom and Acting Executive Director of QCEDC April Cheng judge a school competition on brochures made to celebrate the games. Students from all grades were involved in the competition and the brochures were outstanding.
Judging of the 2010 Games brochures
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Date: Dec 28, 2009
Entry: Mayor Mary Sjostrom and Acting Executive Director of QCEDC April Cheng judge a school competition on brochures made to celebrate the games. Students from all grades were involved in the competition and... more
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Mushers - Dogs and Athletes Working Together
Date: Dec 28, 2009
Entry: On Sunday, December 27, the local group of dog sledders got together for a fun day of a mini-race and "musher sports". The youngest racer was 11 years old with a team of 6 dogs. The oldest racer wouldn't tell his age. The fastest racer was a young lady who completed the circuit in about 35 minutes. Put another way, her and her dogs were travelling at about 30 km/hr.
The musher sports involve an egg and spoon race - the trick is that the person holding the egg and spoon was travelling backwards on a snowmobile. There was also the breakfast race - start a fire, make tea. Some teams were also making bannock - it was delicious!
The dogs were in great shape and as usual, everyone had a great time. Can't wait for the big event in January - the Dog Sled Mail Run Race.
Mushers - Dogs and Athletes Working Together
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Date: Dec 28, 2009
Entry: On Sunday, December 27, the local group of dog sledders got together for a fun day of a mini-race and "musher sports". The youngest racer was 11 years old with a team of 6 dogs. The oldest racer wouldn't... more
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Foodies Enjoy Accessible Farmers Market
Date: Dec 28, 2009
Entry: With fresh, local everything the Quesnel Farmers Market is an amazing market. Operating outdoors from May to October with special indoor markets during the winter, this market is working with the community and the farmers to build one of the best markets.
A key to the market is that it remain accessible. The outdoor site is completely wheelchair accessible with great parking and the indoor markets are ramped and accessible. This year the market built it's own stage and put in more power outlets so that farmers can provide a wider range of products and maintain a food safe environment.
Foodies Enjoy Accessible Farmers Market
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Date: Dec 28, 2009
Entry: With fresh, local everything the Quesnel Farmers Market is an amazing market. Operating outdoors from May to October with special indoor markets during the winter, this market is working with the community... more
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Quesnel is home by choice
Date: Dec 27, 2009
Entry: I have to admit that when I moved here almost 30 years ago, I wasn't very happy about it. Over the years, I've made friends and got involved in lots of activities, especially in the arts. Quesnel was a great place to raise kids, and it's proving to be a great place to be retired. It's my home by choice now.
Quesnel is home by choice
Date: Dec 27, 2009
Entry: I have to admit that when I moved here almost 30 years ago, I wasn't very happy about it. Over the years, I've made friends and got involved in lots of activities, especially in the arts. Quesnel was... more
Quesnel
Date: Dec 26, 2009
Entry: Most beautiful, diverse, friendly place to live in BC! From swimming to skiing, from mud-boggs to rodeos...Quesnel has activities for every person. Quesnel has that small town feel but still has everything you need. I'm very proud to call Quesnel home!
Quesnel
Date: Dec 26, 2009
Entry: Most beautiful, diverse, friendly place to live in BC! From swimming to skiing, from mud-boggs to rodeos...Quesnel has activities for every person. Quesnel has that small town feel but still has everything... more
Two Horse Open Sleigh
Date: Dec 25, 2009
Entry: Dashing through the snow,
in a two horse open sleigh,
bells and bobtails go,
laughing all the way.
Kids fall off in snow,
run hard to catch up,
all is fun in snow,
when sleighing in Quesnel.
Two Horse Open Sleigh
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Date: Dec 25, 2009
Entry: Dashing through the snow,
in a two horse open sleigh,
bells and bobtails go,
laughing all the way.
Kids fall off in snow,
run hard to catch up,
all is fun in snow,
when sleighing in Quesnel. more
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Gamestown Spirit Take 2
Date: Dec 22, 2009
Entry: On Friday December 18 the people of Quesnel gathered again to have another sing-along about their GAMESTOWN2010 spirit!
We hope you will enjoy our newest video! Remember to vote for Quesnel as part of your voting!
Gamestown Spirit Take 2
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Date: Dec 22, 2009
Entry: On Friday December 18 the people of Quesnel gathered again to have another sing-along about their GAMESTOWN2010 spirit!
We hope you will enjoy our newest video! Remember to vote for Quesnel as part... more
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Friendly people & Seasonal Fun
Date: Dec 21, 2009
Entry: Such a friendly place with something to do every season of the year. A clean and beautiful town.
Friendly people & Seasonal Fun
Date: Dec 21, 2009
Entry: Such a friendly place with something to do every season of the year. A clean and beautiful town.
Ice Fishing in Quesnel
Date: Dec 20, 2009
Entry: In true Cariboo fashion, when the ice is deep enough, you go fishing. Today it was about -8 out with more snow coming. But in the morning it was time to ice fish. We have many amazing local lakes for fishing - today we were at Bouchie Lake in Quesnel. Dug about 4 holes with the ice augers, set up the tent but spent most of the time outside. Didn't catch a thing. But the guy beside us caught a very nice trout - probably about 3 lbs.
Ice Fishing is just another great outdoor activity that can be enjoyed at one of what seems like hundreds of lakes in our region. Being able to snowmobile to and from the lake just adds to the pleasure of the day.
Quesnel - any time, any day, any activity.
Ice Fishing in Quesnel
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Date: Dec 20, 2009
Entry: In true Cariboo fashion, when the ice is deep enough, you go fishing. Today it was about -8 out with more snow coming. But in the morning it was time to ice fish. We have many amazing local lakes for fishing... more
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Living A Ordinary Day In Quesnel!!!
Date: Dec 18, 2009
Entry: Quesnel is the best place to be because it is the most ordinary place ever. There may not be very many stores to shop at but just living here is the best thing ever. Quesnel is known for its goreous scenery. Barkerville, which is only an hour away from here, is the best historic place here in BC. Quesnel couldn't get any better then this, could it?
Living A Ordinary Day In Quesnel!!!
Date: Dec 18, 2009
Entry: Quesnel is the best place to be because it is the most ordinary place ever. There may not be very many stores to shop at but just living here is the best thing ever. Quesnel is known for its goreous scenery.... more
Just Lots Of Fun!
Date: Dec 18, 2009
Entry: Quesnel... A great place to raise kids, live out the old life (retire), and have just have fun. Love living here, everyone is friendly and lots of smiling faces to turn to everywhere.
Just Lots Of Fun!
Date: Dec 18, 2009
Entry: Quesnel... A great place to raise kids, live out the old life (retire), and have just have fun. Love living here, everyone is friendly and lots of smiling faces to turn to everywhere.
Beautiful Outdoors
Date: Dec 17, 2009
Entry: The hiking around Quesnel is fabulous. I can't believe the variety. My husband and I started hiking five years ago and are amazed at the beautiful sights - lakes, rivers, waterfalls, mountains, rock formations, and trees. We've recently stepped it up by acquiring snowshoes to continue our outdoor treks year round.
Beautiful Outdoors
Date: Dec 17, 2009
Entry: The hiking around Quesnel is fabulous. I can't believe the variety. My husband and I started hiking five years ago and are amazed at the beautiful sights - lakes, rivers, waterfalls, mountains, rock... more
The Great Outdoors!
Date: Dec 17, 2009
Entry: Quesnel has some of the best outdoor recreation that isnt crowded and to just get away from it all. There is a lot of recreational activities to do around here.
There is a great variety of lakes ,rivers, creeks for the outdoor adventures and great camping.
Swimming, boating, and tubing down the ole Cottonwood River on a hot sunny day are some of the things i love to do in this area.
Mountains and backcountry are only an hour away for the outdoor enthusiasts.I Really like the hiking and mountain biking around here.
I like Quesnel for this reason, it gets me out of the house and off the couch.
The Great Outdoors!
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Date: Dec 17, 2009
Entry: Quesnel has some of the best outdoor recreation that isnt crowded and to just get away from it all. There is a lot of recreational activities to do around here.
There is a great variety of lakes ,rivers,... more
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vote for Q town
Date: Dec 17, 2009
Entry: I have been riding snowboard since I was five years old in small town Quesnel riding for the glory and the fun and what every snowboarder wants, the right to say i did it.
vote for Q town
Date: Dec 17, 2009
Entry: I have been riding snowboard since I was five years old in small town Quesnel riding for the glory and the fun and what every snowboarder wants, the right to say i did it.
Great School Spirit in Quesnel
Date: Dec 16, 2009
Entry: Quesnel has the most awesome students. They support all the community activities and they have shown their support by volunteering for the torch relay. Their enthusiasm is bubbling over.
Great School Spirit in Quesnel
Date: Dec 16, 2009
Entry: Quesnel has the most awesome students. They support all the community activities and they have shown their support by volunteering for the torch relay. Their enthusiasm is bubbling over.
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