local delights

I have been meaning to share some of the local delights we get to enjoy here in the Okanagan. I am mainly doing this so that I remember when visitors come out, but who knows, the Okanagan is a popular summer destination so you may benefit from this too. I did brainstorm a few, but have forgotten most so more will be included as I remember/discover them. I don't have much time at present so I will just leave you with one little delight.

Stuart Park Skating Rink

Now, this isn't always a skating rink so the link will not always show it...  Stuart Park is a park along Okanagan Lake here in town. In the summer there is a roller skating area and in the winter this is flooded and turned into an ice rink. It is open for free public skating from 06:00 - 23:00 throughout the winter months (which, in Kelowna, are from late November until late February). The park is right down town and the ice is well maintained.

I have yet to skate at Stuart Park.  I don't own skates, but that is no longer a valid excuse as this year they added skate rentals on the premises. Erik, however, regularly heads on out and skates for an hour or two. He did this more often when we lived within walking distance of the park, but he still manages to get out there.

So, if you ever find yourself lucky enough to spend Christmas in Kelowna, I'd recommend you head out to Stuart Park to enjoy some lakeside skating.