Oliver and District Heritage Society and the Oliver
Branch of the Okanagan Historical Society to co-host Fur Brigade Trail
presentation
Two hundred years ago in September, four
men showed up in the Oakinacken to make fortunes in a trade that spanned the globe.
Come join recognized authorities on the Fur
Brigade Trails of the far west: Randy
Manuel, President, Okanagan Historical Society and Ken Favrholdt, Curator,
Osoyoos and District
Museum and Archive as
they reveal the story of these epic journeys through an illustrated narrative lecture.
The presentation will take place Friday September 23 at the
Quail’s Nest Art Centre
(34274-95thStreet)
across from the airport at 7p.m. Refreshments will be served during
intermission and admission is by donation.
Come early as seating is limited.
For more information, please call Lynn Alaric at (250) 498-4027 or Larry Shannon at 498-2452.
Article submitted by ODHS staff – Picture of trail from wikipedia