While Kaslo is a bustling mountain village during the summer months, there is also plenty to partake in once winter arrives. In addition to favourite winter activities such as ice skating, curling, skiing, snowmobiling, tobogganing, snowshoeing, and snowman building, the Kaslo area is also world renowned for its heli-skiing and cat-skiing operations. The fresh deep powder atop the stunning Purcell and Selkirk mountain ranges makes for a skiers’ paradise and we are just steps from the best cross-country skiing on the planet. For the snowboarders out there, Whitewater in Nelson has a killer Rail Park!
There are also numerous organized events that keep us lively and active all winter long. To kick start the holiday season, Kaslo’s main street hosts the annual Light Up parade and festival, during which all the stores and businesses turn on their Christmas lights and show off their festive side, topped off by a visit with Santa and a very popular scavenger hunt for the kids.
A new local favourite is the Kaslo Jamboree hockey tournament. During the tournament the arena is filled with energy, excitement, and hard fought games. The concession is in full gear and the fans cheer loudly as Kaslo hockey players battle for the legendary Colander Cup. Of course, minor league hockey keeps kids, parents, coaches and officials busy with practices, games and tournaments much of the winter season.
There is always something going on at the Kaslo Curling Club. Whether you are a seasoned veteran,
beginner, or just want to be in a great atmosphere, this is a sure-fire place to kick back, relax, and enjoy an afternoon or an evening!
Kaslo is also the location for the annual Polar Bear Dip which is a fundraiser for the Langham Cultural
Centre. The Langham offers art exhibits, plays, movies, concerts, lectures, readings, the Japanese Canadian museum, and a wide range of workshops for all ages.
As winter comes to a close, Kaslo is home to the annual Winter in the Forest festival. Taking place at the Kaslo Golf Club, participants can enjoy sleigh rides, woodsman sports, snowshoe races, interpretive nature booths, maple taffy on the snow and lots of hot chocolate.
In short, the winter season doesn’t slow us down one bit.
Baby it’s cold outside? Perfect!
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