Okanagan back in time
August 5, 2021
For July and August, the Vernon Museum will share a series of articles that explore some of the many heritage sites around the North Okanagan. To plan a visit to any of the sites featured, please visit https://vernonmuseum.ca/explore/heritage-field-trips/.
The WestSide & WildFire Risks
This week’s Heritage Field Trip was to be to the Fintry Estate & Manor. Located within Fintry Provincial Park on the west side of Okanagan Lake, the estate is a fascinating and beautiful glimpse into the past.
Unfortunately, like so many areas of BC and the Western part of the continent, the Okanagan is being ravaged by wildfires.
At this time, Westside Road leading to Fintry is closed in both directions, and many homes and communities are under evacuation orders or alerts.
Take a Trip back in Time
Because we aren’t able to visit in person at this time, we’d like to offer a glimpse of both the Fintry Manor and the Fintry Delta.
This vintage footage is courtesy of Reel Time Productions and Francois Arsenault.
Stay Safe
Our thoughts are with the people and communities of the Westside of Okanagan Lake.
Let’s all minimize risk, stay safe, and hope for cooler temperatures and a break in this wildfire season.
A glimpse of Fintry Manor House, Fintry BC, 1965, courtesy of Reel Time Productions
The Fintry Delta and development plans, 1965, courtesy of Reel Time Productions