Author Archives: Percival

Bass Fishing in the Okanagan

Bass fishing in the Okanagan is some of the best bass fishing in Canada.  There is small mouth and large mouth bass from Skaha Lake at Penticton south to Vaseux and Osoyoos Lakes. One of my favorite lakes is Vaseux … Continue reading

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Get your RedNeck on at Hit to Pass Penticton

The opening season to hit to pass in Penticon, BC was a tribute to red necks everywhere.  Where else could you see two boat hulls dragged around by chains and three travel trailors destroyed in a race where the rule … Continue reading

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Ice Fishing and your Dog

Ice fishing can be a great way to get outdoors in the winter and experience nature. The air is crisp and cool and lets all hope the ice is hard. This picture is taken at Ripley lake in the Okanagan … Continue reading

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Can you Play in the Dirt

With slogans like “Nothing runs like a Deere” or the T-Shirt below, “Play in the Dirt”.  This brand helps you have fun without getting dirty.  And if you do, it has you doing it in style.  Get your green on … Continue reading

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Happy New Year 2011

Happy new year from all of us at Unique Gift Zone. It is hard to believe it was not that long ago (just a decade) we were marching into a new millenium. Pictured below is ice forming on Penticton Creek.  … Continue reading

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5 Must Have Christmas Gift Ideas

Winter is certainly here and Christmas is coming. With the countdown to the holiday season comes planning family gatherings and shopping for your loved ones. Here are five must have gift ideas for those looking for inspiration. For the gadet … Continue reading

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Vancouver Canucks Training Camp in Penticton

The Vancouver Canucks training camp is in full swing in Penticton.  On a rainy Sunday 4000 of the Okanagan finest attended the South Okanagan Event Center to cheer on the Caunucks as they practices their plays and drills. Many tring … Continue reading

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Amp up 79′ Ford Bronco Alternator

This is a common upgrade to replace the 52 amp alternator/regulator setup with a 3G alternator from a 93 3.8 V6 Ford Taurus. Getting more amps for better charging at idle and the electric juice to run aftermarket bush lights, … Continue reading

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Ultralight Up Up and Away?

A trip to Okanagan Air Sports on the Vernon air strip today did not get me far. Unfortunately the air craft had a tire malfunction. With no spare on hand the remainder of flights were cancelled for the day. A … Continue reading

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8 Seconds on a Large Bull at SOEC

2nd annual bull riding at the South Okanagan Event Center in Penticton. 8 seconds on a 1200 lb bull with cowboys wearing just gloves for protection. Not for the faint at heart. It amazes me how the event centre can … Continue reading

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