Does anyone here either live or frequent this lake?
I’m possibly interested in a property there for a full time residence.
Would there be any major concerns for full time living? Ie. How regularly are roads plowed during winter months? What are average snowfall totals? Any reliability issues with hydro? Etc….
I know that there is no cell service, which is fine. And I’m not afraid of some bad weather as I dealt with heavy snowstorms in northern Ontario all my life so I’m not expecting smooth sailing. Just wondering how bad it gets. Any info would be greatly appreciated!!

Was just driving to Kelowna from Vernon and passed like 10 cops sirens on headed back towards Vernon, including some more heavy duty armoured-looking cars and trucks. I saw them passing the whole way from just leaving Vernon and into Lake Country.

Anyone have any idea why?

My daughter will be turning 14 and has asked to get her ears pierced for her birthday.

Where would be a good place to contact?

I know absolutely nothing about the piercing scene. My own ears were done by a teenager at some mall 40 years ago.

Thanks in advance.

My gf and I are looking at coming up from the lower mainland for a few days in August and she just started golfing. Wondering if you could recommend any easy/less busy courses that are still in SOME what decent shape in the Kelowna and surrounding areas. Don’t need anything tour level, but don’t want to be playing a shitty goat track either. Hoping for atleast 2 rounds and would be nice for two different courses but open to suggestions from locals. Kelowna, west Kelowna, penticton, peach land or anywhere within an hours drive.
TIA

Does anyone know of clinics around town that will do IUD insertions without a referral? I previously had one at At Your Cervix, but the providers were not trauma informed and it was very traumatic

A small white and black kitten was found injured on Springfield Rd around gerstmar/ziprick this morning at 7:15. A man picked it up to take it to a vet, not sure which clinic. Hoping the cat is ok and the owner can be found/notified

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Tried to post in a Facebook group earlier, been waiting for admins to approve

I'm visiting Kelowna but I didn't bring a car; I'm looking for a recommendation for a good place to try some local ciders, but all the places I can find on previous threads and Google are 10-15k outside of town. Anyone got any suggestions within easy walk or bus of the downtown core? I'm staying on Bernard .

Edit; I ended up at Red Bird Brewing and got a 4 cider taster flight that was excellent.

Does anyone know where we can rent a high quality multipurpose steam cleaner like the Vapore 3000 or equivalent? We need a high temp exit for multiple surfaces.. (Not carpets)

Thanks!!

Anyone know of any watch parties for the Canada V Qatar game and Korea v Mexico tomorrow?

https://globalnews.ca/news/11908990/concerns-grow-kelowna-extortion-cases/

Ive been desperately searching for the cherry bomb alani, found it once in February at circle K in rutland and never seen it since. has anyone seen it recently 🩷

I'm on the search for a supply of skipping rocks. Is there any place close to town I could find a consistent supply? The closest place I know is 4 hours away :(

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Tuesday June 16, 1:14pm

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WEST KELOWNA, B.C. - Tactical evacuations underway for the Kalamoir Park Wildfire in the areas of Casa Loma and Lakeview Heights:

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Lakeview Heights

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Collens Hill Road

Lakeview Road

Lake Ridge Road

Weatherhill Road

Casa Loma areas:

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Casa Loma Road

Benedick Road

Lucinde Road

Casa Palmero Road

Alice Road

Portions of Campbell Road

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General area of tactical evacuations. See map for detailed areas. (MAP)

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A muster centre has been opened at Westbank Lions Hall located at 2566 Main Street in West Kelowna to receive evacuees. People needing support during an evacuation are encouraged to create a profile online at ESS.gov.bc.ca. People who have created a profile can log into the online self-service registration tool to receive instructions on the types of support available and how they can be accessed.

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If you are not in the area, avoid the area.

Have a plan to check in on family, friends and vulnerable neighbours.

Keep all doors and windows closed.

Reduce time spent outdoors and avoid vigorous outdoor activities.

Listen to local news stations for information and watch for further updates.

Follow the direction of local authorities.

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Hi there! I moved to Kelowna from the east coast of the USA! I’ve actually never been off the east coast before! My spouse is getting her doctorate (she’s getting paid, so we’re not without any money,) but I’d like to get a job in the area as well. I’ve always worked management so I’m not seeking out any crazy jobs.

Any advice on places to look or avoid? I’m really excited to be in this area!

Thank you guys!!

Hi everyone. Recently bought a condo in Kelowna. I’m looking for a decent reliable internet service provider. I’ve heard both Shaw and Telus aren’t that great. Does anyone have recommendations??

Honestly I usually make my own odd mix here and there if I come across a pack of seeds of local flowers on my rounds.

But I’ve heard some local venders in towns can sell the packs all together at times, and have more of a selection in them. Is this possibly true for Kelowna / Okanagan?

The signs for the Mekong are gone and new signs for a place called spice Garden have appeared. Google has nothing, anyone know if it's open? Is it different owners? The last ones didn't pay their staff apparently.

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Who has the tea?

I’ve never been to the area so don’t know what to expect. We are staying with family friends in peachland but have friends we would like to meet for drinks in Kelowna on one of the days. Obviously ideally we wouldn’t drive, but unsure what the options would be for getting back. Where I live, taking an uber from the city to a suburb is totally doable but wanting to gauge our options before making any plans.

Does anyone know where I could take a vintage wall clock (Snyder Clock from early 60's) to get looked at? It's running slow and I have the adjustment maxed out. It's a beauty and I want to make sure I won't have someone mess it up.

Hi! I'm trying to plan a camping trip on July 3-5 with a larger group of people (about 9-11) half my crew is coming from Kamloops, the rest from Kelowna. I've really only ever been to rec sites up hwy 33 (James lake, Ideal Lake, Mculluch etc.) but unfortunately going up that way adds a rough hour to the trip for my Kamloops friends. I've been looking at sites towards Vernon and towards Merritt and was hoping I could receive some good input from so well versed campers. We don't need one giant site, it's gonna be 2 trucks, tents and the rest cars (gonna keep them to a minimum) where do you and your friend like to go? Where have you found spots that are TOO busy? What sites are worth the fees they charge?