Passing through the Okanagan Valley this fall we stopped by at the Nk'Mip Indian Reserve which features all manner of things to draw in tourists. While we passed on the golf and massages, there was undeniable appeal in the desert museum section.
This section featured a nice walking trail through regional plants and several areas showing the traditional native ways of life. We were there very early in the morning since we had lots of ground to cover in the afternoon so we were also there before anyone had scared off the wildlife. There were a few mule deer to be found and it was very nice having the place entirely to ourselves.
Though the desert is more scrubland and less sahara it was interesting to see just how close to Lake Okanagan it was, with the town of Osoyoos huddled on either side. This area is very agriculturally developed with vineyards and orchards everywhere, but a little way from the water and its interesting to see what the area was like before irrigation.
This section featured a nice walking trail through regional plants and several areas showing the traditional native ways of life. We were there very early in the morning since we had lots of ground to cover in the afternoon so we were also there before anyone had scared off the wildlife. There were a few mule deer to be found and it was very nice having the place entirely to ourselves.
Though the desert is more scrubland and less sahara it was interesting to see just how close to Lake Okanagan it was, with the town of Osoyoos huddled on either side. This area is very agriculturally developed with vineyards and orchards everywhere, but a little way from the water and its interesting to see what the area was like before irrigation.
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