Altitude Blog – Living in the Bridge River Valley

Where’s the Rhubarb?

by BRVLP | Aug 18, 2022 | Altitude Blog - Living in the Bridge River Valley

“WHERE’S THE RHUBARB?” a visitor asked recently, at my place of work–the Haylmore Heritage Site. I understood immediately. So often, an ancient rhubarb plant, and its scions, are the only vestige of an old homestead in the woods, outlasting...

Opportunity Abounds

by BRVLP | Jul 15, 2022 | Altitude Blog - Living in the Bridge River Valley

There are perks to small-town living that even the slickest of city dwellers know: a slower pace of life, friendly neighbours and a lack of gridlock, to name just a few. But ample career opportunities? That’s unlikely to make the list. Tristan Jahnke-Carrier and Beth...

Meet the research scientist next door

by BRVLP | Apr 23, 2022 | Altitude Blog - Living in the Bridge River Valley

When the pandemic hit, Robin Naidoo headed to his recreational property. Thanks to remote work, he’s been a full-time resident for the last year. By Alyssa Noel When Robin Naidoo first bought his place down Gun Creek Road, he never imagined he would be living there...

Growing up in the BRV

by BRVLP | Aug 23, 2021 | Altitude Blog - Living in the Bridge River Valley

How a nature-filled childhood in Bridge River Valley can shape your entire future Kaitlin James grew up at picturesque Gun Lake. Now, many years later, she’s returned home for a promising new job and life playing outdoors It’s hard to imagine a more idyllic place to...

Life Makes Sense Here

by BRVLP | Jun 22, 2021 | Altitude Blog - Living in the Bridge River Valley

How a local tapped into a very different business idea to support their life in the mountains By Alyssa Noel (Rev.Aug 24 2021) There is one small catch to fulfilling your dream of calling Bridge River Valley home: most people need to find a way to support themselves....

Six Months in the BRV

by BRVLP | Dec 4, 2019 | Altitude Blog - Living in the Bridge River Valley

If you’re looking for a positive new experience and have a knack for chopping firewood, the Bridge River Valley could be the place you call home. My family has had a cabin at Gun Lake since the late 1980’s. We’ve travelled year round to this remote spot and enjoyed...