Lytton RIVER FESTIVAL

Lytton River Festival August 29th 31st

The Lytton River Festival is a celebration of two great rivers-the Thompson and Fraser-and their historic and present role in the small community of Lytton. The Interior Salish First Nations people have lived along these magnificent rivers for over 10,000 years and are an integral part of the River Festival. Their rivers are integrated into their culture. The Village of Lytton, Siska Indian Band, Nicomen Indian Band, Lytton First Nations, Lytton & District Chamber of Commerce, Royal Canadian Legion, and Kumsheen Rafting Resort are active partners in this river-oriented, fun-filled three-day river celebration. New in 2008! BC Downriver ChampionshipsTwo championship kayak races take place on Sunday. Before lunch, some of BC's best paddlers will compete in the BC Downriver Championships Classic Race, Frog Rapid to Lytton. After lunch the BC Downriver Championships Sprint Race, another skill and endurance challenge, takes place between the Frog Rapid and Witches Cauldron. The awards ceremony will take place in the evening. Click on the Detailed Event Schedule for more information. Pow-Wow An all-day Pow-Wow that celebrates our two great rivers and their importance to the First Nations People at Lytton for over 10,000 years takes place on Sunday.  Dances celebrate the salmon, the great waters, and the spirit of these two enormous rivers: the Thompson azure and sparkling, and the Fraser brown and silty. Chicken Poop Bingo This is mostly a Lytton invention. It's a hilarious bingo game involving you, a twoonie, a chicken, a few chicken droppings, a bingo board (large one), and anticipation and tension. You'll love it. Gold Panning Gold was first discovered by our local Nicomen First Nations people on the Thompson River, just north of Lytton in the 1850's. This discovery led to the Cariboo Gold Rush in 1858. Today you can still pan for gold along the rivers, but you only get rich if you know how to do it and have the right location. Try your hand at Gold Panning at the River Festival - gold is guaranteed. Join us on Labour Day This is your invitation to become part of an event that celebrates the important role that these two great rivers have played in Lytton's history and culture. Come for a day or stay for three; you'll be glad you did.

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Lytton

    Lytton, BC, Canada's hot spot and river rafting capital, is nestled between the meeting point of the Thompson and Fraser Rivers. The Thompson River and the Thompson Canyon are world  famous for white water rafting, kayaking, outdoor adventures and HOTTER THE TEXAS summers! As the emerald green Thompson flows into the dark waters of the Fraser, it creates a fusion of brilliance.  The river rafting in the area is amazing. We have tours that can range from day trips to week trips and more! Most trips include meals and the river guides know the best spots to take people for lunch. You will see scenery like you have never seen before. If you are a railway buff, be sure to visit the caboose filled with history and pictures of the railway dating back to its construction. Like many other communities in the area, you will find numerous railroads. We have the Canadian National Railway on one side of the canyon and Canadian Pacific Railway on the other side. There is a lot of viewable and interesting infrastructure that was built with the railway. For instance, the photo below is of the Siska bridges when the railways switched sides of the canyon. Another famous treasure in the Lytton area is the Stein Valley. It is southwestern British Columbia's only biologically complete unlogged valley. With thrilling scenery, wildlife, and raging rivers, the Lytton and the Stein Valley are one WILD vacation!