10 Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Kootenay Rockies That You Shouldn't Miss

Owners Connie Artym-Bradatsch and Grey Bradatsch have been in business for over thirteen years and foresee many more as the premiere art gallery in Invermere, BC. In past years the gallery has won awards for “Business Excellence” and “Entrepreneurship” from the Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce, and will continue to provide the art and the service that clients have come to expect and appreciate from The Artym. With their knowledgeable and friendly staff boasting over 30 years combined experience; customer service has always been of utmost concern to everyone at the Artym Gallery. Stop by and enjoy the sculpture, paintings and jewellery by over 65 Canadian artists in a constantly changing display at the Artym Gallery.

We specialize in keeping the stoke indoors, providing you and your friends an Authentically Revelstoke Experience. Located in downtown, Revelstoke, BC directly beside Lordco Auto Parts. Peak Axe Throwing is Revelstoke's only axe-throwing facility and latest must-do activity. Get your axes in here! Walk-ins, Reservations, Birthday Parties and Group Outings. No experience necessary.

We are a distillery located in an old heritage school, sat amongst all the peaks and valleys of British Columbia's majestic interior overlooking the Columbia River. Here we produce internationally award winning, ultra-premium hand-crafted spirits. We are pleased to present our Mr. Jones Vodka, the Revelstoke Gin Series and the Revelstoke Collection of alcoholic, botanical cordials. All made here in the heart of Revelstoke. Come and tour our beautiful distillery and try one of the Canadian Gin Guilds 'make your own bottle of gin' course. Learn about how we make our products by combine a burning passion for what we do with a ruthless attention to detail. Most importantly come and try our spirits and relax in this stunning location.

The Cranbrook History Centre is a museum and archives dedicated to the research, preservation, and restoration of the history of Cranbrook and the surrounding area. Located in beautiful downtown Cranbrook, the History Centre offers something of interest for visitors of all ages. Also known as the Canadian Museum of Rail, the Centre is also home to the Trans-Canada Limited, a 1929 luxury train, as well as many other restored Canadian trains.

For the month of April, we are open Friday through Sunday. We are currently closed to the public Monday through Thursday. At the Revelstoke Railway Museum we strive to preserve, share and inspire a sense of wonder and excitement for our Canadian Pacific Railway. Come and see some of Canada's railway treasures. It's a great experience for all ages!

Visit us and ride the rails through the beautiful Mark Creek valley as you listen to the history of Kimberley and the Sullivan Mine. Experience life as a miner at the Underground Interpretive Centre. Participate in our mining show and be exposed to working mine equipment. Enjoy spectacular scenery and the occasional wild life as you travel to the Kimberley Alpine Resort. After a brief stop at the Resort Station you can learn more about Kimberley as you continue back to the Downtown Station. KUMR is open from the Victoria Day Holiday in May until Labour Day in September.

Nestled deep within the natural beauty of the Kuskanax Valley, the Nakusp Hot Springs offers over 200 acres of year round outdoor recreation opportunities. Located 12 km NE of Nakusp, the Hot Springs are nestled amongst nature's splendour, along the Kuskanax Creek. Come for a restorative soak in the mineral pools after taking a hike on the many trails in the surrounding area. Stay at our cozy Chalets or in our Campground for the full experience. Visit our spectacular Kuskanax Creek Footbridge just a short walk from the Hotsprings. The source of our mineral water and original site of the Hotsprings are also accessible by hiking trails. For the more adventurous, try a day hike to the beautiful Kimbol Lake.