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THE SOUTH OKANAGAN GOLF TRAIL VIA PRESS RELEASE EXPERIENCE With a moderate climate resulting in warm spring weather, hot and sunny summers, mild autumns and temperate winters, this area is home to four eighteen hole layouts, split evenly between each of the major communities of Oliver and Osoyoos. Known as the Wine Capital of Canada, Oliver has the largest concentration of both vineyards and commercial wineries in British Columbia. The majority of these are located along what is known as the Golden Mile of Highway 97, just south of Oliver. The two golf courses in Oliver are Fairview Mountain and Nk'Mip Canyon. Perched on the mountainside overlooking the vineyards and wineries of the South Okanagan, Fairview Mountain truly is a distinctively spectacular golfing destination. Designed by renowned Canadian course architect Les Furber, FMGC has been rated in the Top 50 courses in the country is consistently rated a must play "4 Star" golf course by Golf Digest. The course majestically weaves its way through the desert, mountainside landscape providing a challenging and memorable experience for golfers of every level. ... this area offers a limitless variety of year-round recreational activities Amenities to enhance your experience, include an extensive short game practice facility, 10 stall driving range, and first class dining facilities accented by two scenic outdoor patios. The fully stocked golf shop was rated BCPGA Golf Shop of the Year for 2003 and is staffed by fully certified CPGA professionals trained to handle all your golfing requirements. Owned and operated by the Osoyoos Indian Band, Nk'Mip Canyon expanded from a relaxed nine-hole course to a championship model in 2001. Its local field designers listened to the symmetry of the elevated Land to the north of the original nine and responded with a daring reply – adding 13 expansion holes and renovating the existing ones. The result is a striking blend of natural contrasts divided into the desert- dominated Canyon Nine, which delights in throwing the elements at an unwary golfer, and the more laid-back Grove Nine whose verdant fairways and greens welcome a long drive and a satisfying putt. Come play through the spectacular vineyard, sage and stone vistas and watch the sun play tricks on the mountains. Just a few minute further south is the recreational mecca of Osoyoos. Enjoying Canada's driest climate, Osoyoos labels itself as Desert Wine Country with low rainfall, the highest temperatures, and the warmest lakes. Lake Osoyoos is perfect for a wide array of watersports or enjoy many of the festivals and jamborees hosted here. A myriad of accommodation, restaurants, pubs, shops and services are also available in Osoyoos. Perched high above the town, the Osoyoos Golf and Country Club boasts vistas of mountains, lake, desert and valley. This is the only member/society run club with 36-holes in the province. The two full eighteen hole championship layouts offer different experiences but both enjoy the ideal desert climate and picturesque Okanagan surroundings. The Park Meadows is the jewel of the valley with rolling hilled fairways, and graceful willow trees. You will not be disappointed to enjoy an afternoon of relaxation, or to compete in tournament style play. Desert Gold is a breathtaking par 71 course measuring from 4924 – 6500 yards on four distinct tee deck situated on a desert bench and offers length, challenge and Okanagan Valley scenery second to none. To discover more about the the fabulous golf in Osoyoos and Oliver for yourself, go to the South Okanagan Golf Trail website (southokanagangolf.com). Book your tee times now to visit one of the most beautiful spots in Canada where there are golf courses and wineries at your doorstep. OSOYOOS GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB Toll free: 1.800.481.6665 Phone: 250.495.7003 www.golfosoyoos.com 12300 Golf Course Drive RR 4 Osoyoos, BC V0H 1V4 FAIRVIEW MOUNTAIN GOLF CLUB Toll free: 1.866.534.7264 Phone: 250.498.6050 www.fairviewmountain.com 13105 334th Ave, Oliver BC proshop@fairviewmountain.com Toll free: 1.800.656.5755 250.498.2880 NK'MIP CANYON 37041-71st St., Oliver, BC V0H 1T0 info@nkmipgolf.com www.nkmipcanyon.com Four Great Courses... One Exceptional Welcome to the South Okanagan, the heart of the Okanagan Wine Country. This region is blessed with a mix of top notch golf courses that offer the destination golfer the best in variety, challenge and unbelievable views. BRITISH COLUMBIA 97 mail@golfosoyoos.com EACH IMAGE COURTESY THAT FACILITY