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See the new Current Snow & Trail Conditions page for the latest reports.
The local TeePee Lakes Store, Cafe, and Cabins closed September 30, 2014.
ORV (off road vehicle) License Plate and Registration available starting November 17, 2014 thru any ICBC Insurance office - Mandatory June 1, 2015. $48/vehicle one time fee.
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The Osprey Lake area is a residential and recreational area offering winter (ice) and summer fishing, snowmobiling, hiking, kayaking, snow shoeing, ATV riding, hunting, horse back riding, bicycling, and many more sporting activities. When riding near residential areas, on the KVR, local roads, or nearby trails, all motorized vehicle operators to should respect other users, slow down, and minimize dust and noise.
Note - all ATV/Snowmobile operators are required to have a driver's valid license and a minimum of $200,000 liability insurance to ride on Forest Service Roads, according to the BC Forestry Act.
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CHRISTMAS 2014
Snow was very late coming to Osprey this year - to the point Santa needed to be pulled around the neighbourhood by an ATV, instead of the usual Snowmobile. But as the sparkling lights on Santa's sled appeared, it didn't matter to the 36 children who enjoyed Santa's visit with presents and candies for all of them. Thanks to Santa and his 8 elves.
Snow Golf was held on Saturday, with 36 "golfers" enjoying the crisp day and fresh snow. There were 6 challenging holes set out on the lake, featuring challenges such as "The Snake" and the "World's Smallest Green". Winner was Lee Bouchey, with most honest award going to Joanne Quadling.
The Hay Ride was again held around the neighbourhood from December 26 to January 3. Each evening saw between 20 to 40 children and adults enjoying the crisp winter air, complete with lights and music. Special thanks to Rob Miller for decorating the Hay Wagon and driving everyone around each night.
Hayes Creek Fire also served over 50 hungry locals and their guests with a delicious Sunday Brunch on December 28. Everyone enjoyed the pancakes. eggs, bacon, and sausage cooked and served by the Fire Dept. members.
New Years Eve was celebrated with a gigantic fireworks display, set off at midnight on the lake in front of the Osprey Forestry Campsite. Over 100 residents and their guests watched under perfect conditions - not too cold, no wind, a clear night, and a couple of fires going to keep everyone warm. Special thanks to Al Quadling for getting the fireworks and setting them off.
Snow was very late coming to Osprey this year - to the point Santa needed to be pulled around the neighbourhood by an ATV, instead of the usual Snowmobile. But as the sparkling lights on Santa's sled appeared, it didn't matter to the 36 children who enjoyed Santa's visit with presents and candies for all of them. Thanks to Santa and his 8 elves.
Snow Golf was held on Saturday, with 36 "golfers" enjoying the crisp day and fresh snow. There were 6 challenging holes set out on the lake, featuring challenges such as "The Snake" and the "World's Smallest Green". Winner was Lee Bouchey, with most honest award going to Joanne Quadling.
The Hay Ride was again held around the neighbourhood from December 26 to January 3. Each evening saw between 20 to 40 children and adults enjoying the crisp winter air, complete with lights and music. Special thanks to Rob Miller for decorating the Hay Wagon and driving everyone around each night.
Hayes Creek Fire also served over 50 hungry locals and their guests with a delicious Sunday Brunch on December 28. Everyone enjoyed the pancakes. eggs, bacon, and sausage cooked and served by the Fire Dept. members.
New Years Eve was celebrated with a gigantic fireworks display, set off at midnight on the lake in front of the Osprey Forestry Campsite. Over 100 residents and their guests watched under perfect conditions - not too cold, no wind, a clear night, and a couple of fires going to keep everyone warm. Special thanks to Al Quadling for getting the fireworks and setting them off.
KVR Osprey Lake Station - picture taken approx. 1964
Tree Planting near Osprey Lake - May 2014
Tree Planting
During May and June of 2014, over 200 hectares around Osprey Lake has been planted with 270,000 trees - 10% fir, 10% larch, 20% spruce, and 60% pine. The introduction of 10% larch is an interesting addition.
CHRISTMAS 2013
The season started off with Hayes Creek Firefighters and their 31st annual Christmas Eve Santa run - with a lighted and decorated sleigh and of course Santa and his 9 costumed elves. They caused quite a stir as they dashed across frozen lakes and snow to each house, bringing gifts, toys candy and joy and excitement to 25 wide eyed little ones and a few big ones too.
The Snow Golf tournament attracted 29 golfers for an afternoon of generally mediocre golfing, the odd good golfer, but lots of laughs. Mean score winner was Shane O'Connor, with most honest golfer award going to Barb Anstie and lowest score winner Troy Mitchell. Youngest golfer was on two.
Another successful Poker Run was held on Sunday, December 29, 2013. There were 83 sleds registered for the 35km run - all enjoyed a perfect day. Prizes were awarded to most riders, with the winning hand receiving a fishing trip on the Fraser River. Thanks to all those who donated prizes and the volunteers who helped lay out the run, set up, groomed, took registrations, sold tickets and served food, Key sponsors were Tom Sellmer, Bruce Merit, Five Star Motorsports, B Line Designs, and John Deere.
Thanks to Rob Miller for hosting the nightly Hay Wagon Ride, Up to 30 people at a time enjoyed an open air ride around the community on the hay wagon, complete with blankets, refreshments, tunes and flashing lights.
Area Break-ins
Update - December 1, 2014 - Although there has been no further activity in the last month, during October there were a few break-ins in the Chain/Osprey Lake area. Residents think it is a suspicious man seen around - a 5'9" caucasian, dark hair, dark beard, dirty/scruffy with rotten teeth. He has been seen driving a dark green extended cab flatdeck truck with two spotlights on the roof of the cab. Break-ins have occurred early morning (around 5am) with bolt cutters used to gain access. If you see this vehicle, try to get the license plate number and contact the RCMP.
SPRING/SUMMER 2013
Local residents Mark and Bettina Wong will soon be seen on the CBC show Dragon's Den promoting their Helmet Hooker - filming is complete, but the spring TV date has not yet been set - stay tuned!
Easter was early this year, the last Sunday in March, but very warm with lots of children enjoying the annual Community Easter Egg Hunt - over 25 children ran around for 1/2 hour looking for treats hidden inside 120 magic eggs.
It was one of those great years weather wise. Just enough rain to keep everything green, but lots of sun and warmth so everyone could enjoy the water sports. The summer season ended on a high note with a very successful 30th Annual Corn Roast.
The Snow Golf tournament attracted 29 golfers for an afternoon of generally mediocre golfing, the odd good golfer, but lots of laughs. Mean score winner was Shane O'Connor, with most honest golfer award going to Barb Anstie and lowest score winner Troy Mitchell. Youngest golfer was on two.
Another successful Poker Run was held on Sunday, December 29, 2013. There were 83 sleds registered for the 35km run - all enjoyed a perfect day. Prizes were awarded to most riders, with the winning hand receiving a fishing trip on the Fraser River. Thanks to all those who donated prizes and the volunteers who helped lay out the run, set up, groomed, took registrations, sold tickets and served food, Key sponsors were Tom Sellmer, Bruce Merit, Five Star Motorsports, B Line Designs, and John Deere.
Thanks to Rob Miller for hosting the nightly Hay Wagon Ride, Up to 30 people at a time enjoyed an open air ride around the community on the hay wagon, complete with blankets, refreshments, tunes and flashing lights.
Area Break-ins
Update - December 1, 2014 - Although there has been no further activity in the last month, during October there were a few break-ins in the Chain/Osprey Lake area. Residents think it is a suspicious man seen around - a 5'9" caucasian, dark hair, dark beard, dirty/scruffy with rotten teeth. He has been seen driving a dark green extended cab flatdeck truck with two spotlights on the roof of the cab. Break-ins have occurred early morning (around 5am) with bolt cutters used to gain access. If you see this vehicle, try to get the license plate number and contact the RCMP.
SPRING/SUMMER 2013
Local residents Mark and Bettina Wong will soon be seen on the CBC show Dragon's Den promoting their Helmet Hooker - filming is complete, but the spring TV date has not yet been set - stay tuned!
Easter was early this year, the last Sunday in March, but very warm with lots of children enjoying the annual Community Easter Egg Hunt - over 25 children ran around for 1/2 hour looking for treats hidden inside 120 magic eggs.
It was one of those great years weather wise. Just enough rain to keep everything green, but lots of sun and warmth so everyone could enjoy the water sports. The summer season ended on a high note with a very successful 30th Annual Corn Roast.
Proposed Summerland Wind Farm - 33km west of Summerland, south of Osprey Lake - see link for added details
Audit of Ka-Bar Resources near Osprey Lake finds good practices
Osprey Lake Waterworks District - permanently shut down the community water system on October 15, 2013
Audit of Ka-Bar Resources near Osprey Lake finds good practices
Osprey Lake Waterworks District - permanently shut down the community water system on October 15, 2013
Vandalism of memorial benches on the KVR - four benches were spray painted with graffiti on the evening of Friday, August 2nd, 2013 - luckily, members of the Lynden, Washington Boy Scouts Troop 4028 were on a cycling trip thru the area a couple of days later and volunteered to spend the day sanding and repainting the benches - what a great way to offset something bad! The community is very grateful of their efforts and hard work.
