Armstrong Spallumcheen Chamber of Commerce

Armstrong
Spallumcheen
BRITISH COLUMBIA
CANADA
PHOTO CREDIT: Al Price
History and culture abounds in
Armstrong Spallumcheen!
Prior to the incorporation of Spallumcheen and
Armstrong, the village of Lansdowne was located
on the bench above the valley where Armstrong is
now located. With the coming of the railway in 1891,
the route selected for the Shuswap and Okanagan
railway bypassed the village. By 1892, many of the
buildings from Lansdowne, including the Anglican
Church, eventually moved to the community of
Armstrong and as a consequence the village of
Lansdowne disappeared.
After the Township of Spallumcheen was
incorporated in 1892, the council of the day felt that
in order to encourage the growth of the business
community in Armstrong, without compromising
agriculture and farming, that two municipalities
should be formed. In 1913, the City of Armstrong
was officially separated from the Township.
PHOTO CREDIT: Al Price
For over 100 years, these warm and vibrant
communities have offered a myriad of activities and
attractions for visitors and many opportunities to
enjoy the great outdoors.
Artisan cheese and chocolate, flour mills, vineyards,
asparagus farms and several farmers markets all fit
into a community that is blessed with an abundance
of agricultural opportunities and heritage.
Other cultural experiences include artisans, a
museum and art gallery, the Interior Provincial
Exhibition, Harvest Pumpkin Festival, live theatre
(indoor and out), hiking and biking – plus year-round
equestrian and other sports events.
Stay and Play!
Take a Hike! Visit our local trails such as Thomas Hayes
and Rose Swanson or wander on a trail around town.
If you prefer biking, we have cycling routes for you too!
Come visit the Armstrong Spallumcheen Visitor Center for
maps to get you on your way!
Memorial Park. We have outdoor exercise equipment,
picnic tables, play equipment for the kids, a spray water
park and the local outdoor pool. For pool schedules go to
www.asprd.com.
Are sports your thing? We are home to the
Armstrong Shamrocks lacrosse team
www.armstrongshamrocks.com and the
North Okanagan Knights Junior B hockey team
www.noknights.ca. Armstrong Spallumcheen
Parks and Recreation also offers rollerskating and
skateboarding year round with an indoor and outdoor
park www.asprd.com.
Do a little “antiquing” while in town. There are a
variety of shops available for your perusal within a 5
minute driving distance. Looking for bargains? There
are several thrift and second-hand shops located right
downtown.
Local theatre. We have both an indoor and outdoor
theatre group which offers shows throughout the year.
Visit www.asparaguscommunitytheatre.com and
www.caravanfarmtheatre.com for details on
upcoming productions. Our parks and recreation
department also offers movies at our local theatre!
Golf Anyone? Visit the Royal York Golf Club for a 9 hole
par 35 course complete with Club for a full length 3200yd,
par 35, 9 hole course www.royalyorkgolfculb.com. The
Spallumcheen Golf & Country Club boasts a 9 hole, par
35 course or the 18 hole Championship layout
www.spallumcheengolf.com.
Want a taste of history? Visit our local
Armstrong Spallumcheen Museum and Art
Gallery www.asmas.ca or O’Keefe Ranch
www.okeeferanch.ca for some cowboy history.
Is fresh local food on your to-do list? Join us for
our Cheese Festival and the Taste of Art in Armstrong.
Our Farmer’s Market has lots to offer, including locally
produced honey. The outdoor market runs from May to
October and the indoor markets from November to April.
Asparagus, chocolate, cheese and wine are some of our
local offerings. For more information, see our “Antiquing to
Agritourism” brochure.
Visiting us in the winter? We have a vibrant curling
and hockey community including family skating and
shinny hockey opportunities. The Okanagan’s only indoor
paintball adventure runs from October to June. See
www.splatattack.ca for details. New this year is a winter
indoor BMX arena! For skiing or snowshoeing, we have
both within an hour drive! See www.silverstar.com and
www.skilarchhills.com for options.
Looking for some adult relaxation? Check out
these local kid’s summer camps!! Camp Arrowflight
camps@boysandgirlsclub.ca or Mackenzie Camp
www.mackenziecamp.ca.
Looking for equestrian or 4H events? From cutting
horse competition to a ‘fuzzy’ show, stock show to
dog agility—there are lots of great family events—and
best of all, most are free! Contact www.asprd.com
for schedules.
For information on activities, call or email us:
P 250 546 8155 E staff@aschamber.com
www.aschamber.com
2015 Events Calendar
Fairs & Festivals
Equestrian
SCQHA ‘Fuzzy Show’ Apr 25
Interior Gaited Horse Show Jun 13–14
Little Britches Rodeo Aug 8–9
PHOTO CREDIT: Photography by M
Taste of Art in Armstrong Jun 6
Celebrate! Countdown to Canada Day Jun 21 – Jul 1
Cowboy Summer Festival Aug 1–2
116th Interior Provincial Exhibition & Stampede Sep 2–6
Harvest Pumpkin Family Fun Day Oct 10
‘Home for the Holidays’ Downtown Light Up & Parade Nov 26
PHOTO CREDIT: Photography by M
Arts & Culture
Music in the Park Fridays, Jun 19 – Aug 28
Annual Ribbon Show Jul 5 – Aug 1
Armstrong Metalfest Jul 17–18
Caravan Theatre Summer Show
May 7–10 & Jul 23 – Aug 25
ACT presents Fertile Ground Jun 4–6, 11–13
Community
Annual Book Sale Apr 11–18
Annual Bonfire, Fireworks & Pumpkin Light up Oct 31
Festival of Trees Dec
Ministerial Choral Festival Dec 6
Annual Candlelight Ceremony Dec 23
PHOTO CREDIT: Photography by M
PHOTO CREDIT: Photography by M
Sport & Vehicle
Agriculture
Armstrong Farmers’ Market Year Round
Okanagan 4H Stock Show Jul 6–10
Vintage Tractor Pull & Fun Days Sep 19–20
38th Annual North Okanagan Plowing Match Sep 26
“Cheese! It’s a Natural” First Weekend in Nov
All event dates are subject to change.
Okanagan Shuswap Century Ride May 31
26th Annual Armstrong Funtastic Slo-Pitch Tournament Jun 26–28
O’Keefe Vintage Motorcycle Show Jul 25
‘Tween the Tracks Car Show Aug 15
Demolition Derby Oct 11
Great Pumpkin Run Oct 12
Restaurants
& Cafés
Services
The Anchor Inn
Armstrong Pharmacy &
Wellness Centre
Sani-Dump
Armstrong Kin RV 3311 Park Dr | 250.546.4041
3030 Smith Dr | 250.546.8210
3300 Smith Dr | 250.546.3169
The Armstrong Inn
Askew’s Foods
3400 Smith Dr | 250.546.3056
3305 Smith Dr | 250.546.3039
The Blue Café
Banks
2715 Pleasant Valley Blvd | 250-546-6642
CIBC 2250 Pleasant Valley Blvd
RBC atm Esso Gas Station | 3201 Smith Dr
VantageOne Credit Union 3300 Smith Dr
Valley First Credit Union 2575 Patterson Ave
The Brown Derby Café
3425 Pleasant Valley Rd | 250.546.8221
Fairways Bistro and Catering
Wi-Fi
2440 York Ave | 250-938-1809
The Great Wall
2545 Pleasant Valley Blvd | 250.546.8284
PHOTO CREDIT: Photography by M
JJ’s Pizza Plus
#5-3495 Pleasant Valley Rd | 250.546.3333
The Leaf & Bean
McDonalds Restaurant
The Leaf & Bean
AS Chamber of Commerce
The Wild Oak Café & Community Market
Okanagan Regional Library
Shepherds Home Hardware
Margarieta’s Place
Accomodations
#12-3305 Smith Dr | 250.546.9557
Margarieta’s Place
The Maple Bed & Breakfast
3530 Okanagan St | 250-546-3504
3060 Rosedale Ave | 250.546.7070 | armstrongmaple@gmail.com
Tanuki Sushi House
Noble House Bed & Breakfast
2537 Pleasant Valley Rd | 250.546.0090
4122 Noble Rd | 250.546.4556 | info@noblehousebb.ca
Armstrong Hotel
Tucker’s Restaurant
2715 Pleasant Valley Blvd. | 250.546.6642
3460 Okanagan St | 250.804.4400
Armstrong Kin RV Park
The Village Cheese Company
3311 Park Dr | 250.546.4041 | armstrongkinrvpark@telus.net
3475 Smith Dr | 250.546.8651
The Armstrong Inn
The Wild Oak Café
& Community Market
3400 Smith Dr | 250.546.3056 | info@armstronginn.com
Camp Arrowflight
2539 Pleasant Valley Rd | wildoakcommunity@gmail.com
Off-season accommodation & retreats
camps@boysandgirlsclubs.ca
PHOTO CREDIT: Photography by M
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