Geographic Features

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  • Includes both natural and artificial features
  • Physical landscape, built landscape
  • Urban and industrial landscapes
  • Topography
  • Site plans
  • Boundaries, districts, reserves, parks, sanctuaries, towns, etc.
  • NOTE: Mainly but not exclusively pertaining to photographic and cartographic records
  • SEE ALSO: Land, Settlement and Immigration

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          Fraser River Big Bend
          2012.13.2.17.12 · File · [between 1999 and 2005]
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of aerial photographs depicting the Fraser River Big Bend, where the Fraser River changes direction from westbound to southbound at its "Big Bend" near the Huble Homestead Historic Site, 45 km north of Prince George, British Columbia.

          East Line slide lists
          2012.13.2.17.05 · File · 2000-2002
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of lists and printed emails relating to slides and photographs depicting the East Line. Includes a CD that contains slides and photographs depicting the East Line (2000).

          East Line photos
          2012.13.2.17.06 · File · [between 1999 and 2005]
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes and printed photographs relating to the East Line. The file includes photographs that depict various areas on the Upper Fraser and within the communities, including Dome Creek; Sinclair Mills; Penny; Grand Canyon; and Crescent Spur (between 1999 and 2005).

          2012.13.2.17.02 · File · 1999-2008
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to research of the Upper Fraser as part of the UNBC Upper Fraser Historical Geography Project. Includes photographs depicting students and professors researching in the Upper Fraser region (Dec. 1999).

          East Line communities
          2012.13.2.17.01 · File · 1998-2005
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes and reproductions relating to the East Line Section of the Grand Trunk Pacific Railway in Central British Columbia.

          2012.13.2.14.26 · File · 2001-2004
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of reproductions and pamphlets relating to outdoor recreation in Prince George. Includes material regarding bird watching, fishing, hiking, and regional and provincial parks. Includes: "Prince George Backroads" clipped article from The Angler's Atlas magazine (Sept. 2004); "Bird Viewing around Prince George" pamphlet prepared by the Province of British Columbia Ministry of Environment, Lands and Parks in cooperation with the Prince George Naturalist Club; "Forests for the World" pamphlet prepared by the City of Prince George; and "Regional Parks" pamphlet prepared by the Regional District of Fraser-Fort George.

          Prince George rivers
          2012.13.2.14.22 · File · 1980-1991, 2006
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to rivers in Prince George. Includes: "Proposal for Cottonwood Island as a park reserve" typescript document by the New Caledonia Institute of Environmental Studies [ca. 1980]; "Ministry of Provincial Secretary and Government Services" typescript letter from John McMurdo to Graham Farstad (15 Dec. 1982); "Rip-rap for Goat Island" typescript letter from Kent Sedgwick to Ernie Obst (23 Oct. 1986); "Ted Williams' river tour notes" typescript document by Ted Williams (June 1991); and "RE: Moffat A.L.R Exclusion and Archaeological Site F1Rq 2" typescript letter from Steve Acheson to Daniel Guerrette (11 May 1982).

          Prince George brochures
          2012.13.2.14.20 · File · [between 1980 and 1990]
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of brochures relating to Prince George and the surrounding area. Includes: "Regional Parks" prepared by the Regional District of Fraser-Fort George; "A Guide to the Natural Habitat" prepared by the Habitat Information Group; "Wildlife Viewing at Forests for the World" prepared in co-operation with the Prince George Naturalists Club and British Columbia Wilflife Watch; "Your Guide to Downtown Prince George" prepared by the Prince George Town Centre Business Association; and "Welcome to the Forest" prepared by the City of Prince George.

          Monkman Pass area
          2012.13.2.14.24 · File · 1973-2006
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to the Monkman Pass area. Includes: "Monkman Pass Memorial Trail" brochure prepared by Tumbler Ridge (2006); "The trail to Monkman Pass" clipped article from BC Outdoors magazine (July 1983); "Regional District of Fraser-Fort George" typescript letter from Y.D. Kennedy to Kent Sedgwick (5 Sept. 1973); and "Alberta Wilderness Association Newsletter" newspaper vol. 13 no. 1 (1983).

          2012.13.2.14.12 · File · 1996
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes and reproductions relating to Foley's Cache (later Island Cache and now Cottonwood Island Nature Park) in Prince George. Includes: "Foley's Cache" typed document by Kent Sedgwick (2 Feb. 1996). Includes photographs depicting a sign describing Foley's Cache and historical photographs of Foley's Cache.

          2012.13.2.14.16 · File · 1988
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes and typescript letters relating to Paddlewheel Park in Prince George. Includes: "Name change from Glenora Park to Paddlewheel Park" typescript letter from Heritage Committee to the Mayor and Council (12 Sept. 1988) and "South Fort George Community Association" typescript letter from Glenn Jaye to Graham Farstad (1 June 1988).

          2012.13.2.14.14 · File · 1993-1996
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes and reproductions relating to a heritage interpretative sign for the Millar Addition in Prince George. Includes: "RE: Millar Addition Sign" letter from the Borealis Creative Productions to Kent Sedgwick (28 June 1995). File also includes photographs depicting Fort George Park, a street view, and houses in the Millar Addition of Prince George (1995).

          2012.13.2.14.15 · File · 1996
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes and reproductions relating to the Nechako cutbanks in Prince George. Includes: "The Cutbanks" typed document by Kent Sedgwick (1 Feb. 1996). File also includes a photograph depicting heritage river trail signs erected at the cutbanks and describing the significance of the cutbanks in Prince George (1996).

          2012.13.2.14.10 · File · 2005-2008
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to the Cameron Street Bridge in Prince George. Includes: "Oral History Consent Form" document signed by Kent Sedgwick and researcher Angela Quibell (8 Aug. 2007); "What Price Heritage? The Case of the Cameron Street Bridge in Prince George, British Columbia" typed document by Angela Quibell (2007); "Interview with Kent Sedgwick" typed transcript of an oral interview with Kent Sedgwick and Angela Quibell (8 Aug. 2007); and "Nechako Crossing" typed document by Kent Sedgwick (Nov. 2005). Also includes photographs depicting the Nechako bridge model (2008), the plaque describing the history of the 3rd Cameron Street Bridge built in 2009, and the 1st Cameron Street Bridge built in 1916 (photographic reproduction ca. 2008).

          2012.13.2.14.08 · File · 1985-2000
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to the planning of Millennium Park at First Avenue and George Street in Prince George. Includes: "Cairn at Millennium Park" typed document by Kent Sedgwick (Mar. 2000) and correspondence letters between Kent Sedgwick, The City of Prince George, and Environment Canada (1987).

          2012.13.2.14.09 · File · 1987-1989
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes, reproductions, and letters relating to L.C. Gunn Park in Prince George. Includes: "Signage for Gunn Park" letter from Kent Sedgwick to the Mayor and Council (21 Dec. 1989); "L.C. Gunn viewpoint a proposal" documents within a duotang (1987); and "Donation to the City of Prince George" typescript letter from Graham Farstad to the Administration Committee ( 1 June 1988). Includes photographs depicting the opening of L.C. Gunn Park and the sign unveiling (3 Oct. 1988).

          2012.13.2.14.02 · File · 1973-2010
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of clippings, notes, and reproductions relating to the history of Cottonwood Island in Prince George. Includes: "A brief history of cottonwood island" typed draft by Kent Sedgwick (Nov. 2009); "Cottonwood Island area suggestions for street names" typescript document by Kent Sedgwick for the Heritage Advisory Committee; and "Proposal for Cottonwood Island as a park reserve" typescript document by Kent Sedgwick (Aug. 1973). File also includes "Kent Sedgwick - Island Cache / Cottonwood Island" a CD-R containing photographs of the Cottonwood Island and Island Cache area (2009).

          Fort George Park
          2012.13.2.14.01 · File · 1978-2005
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of clippings, notes, and reproductions relating to Fort George Park (renamed in 2015 to Lheidli T'enneh Memorial Park). Includes: "Fort George Park" typescript document; "Plan No17962" reproduction of downtown map and plan no 17962 (1969); "Fort George Park" handwritten notes by Kent Sedgwick; and "Park No. JK 85 Fort George Park" map depicting plans for Fort George Park (28 June 1978).

          Connaught Hill
          2012.13.2.14.03 · File · 2005-2009
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes, reproductions, and letters relating to Connaught Hill in Prince George. Includes: "Connaught Hill" handwritten notes by Kent Sedgwick (2009); "Prince George in bloom" thank you letter from the Prince George in Bloom Committee to Kent Sedgwick (4 Aug. 2005); and two photographs depicting men at the 2005 National Communities in Bloom Competition in Prince George (2005).

          Moore's Meadow
          2012.13.2.14.04 · File · 1991-2000
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of clippings, notes, and reproductions relating to Moore's Meadow in Prince George. Includes: "Charles W. Moore" handwritten notes by Kent Sedgwick (2000); "The origin of Moore's Meadow" typescript by Kent Sedgwick; and "Moore's Meadow" typescript document by Mary Fallis (Jan. 1991).

          Historic trails
          2012.13.2.13.03 · File · 1982-1986
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to historic trails in British Columbia. Includes material on The Okanagan Brigade Trail; the exploration trails of Jean Caux (better known as Cataline); and Hudson's Bay Company brigade trails. Includes: "The Okanagan Brigade Trail" pamphlet from the Okanagan Historical Society (1986); "The Okanagan Brigade Trail in the South Okanagan" pamphlet by Bob Harris, Harley Hatfield, and Peter Tassie (1989); and "Historic Routes '82" symposium program (1982).

          2012.13.2.11.16 · File · 2005
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes and reproductions relating to place-based computing geography methodology regarding inter-disciplinary research on experiences of place to teach history and geography and used by Kent Sedgwick.

          2012.13.2.11.10 · File · 1983
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to the Prince George Rivers Committee. Includes: "Report of the Rivers Committee" spiral bound typescript reports submitted to City Council of the City of Prince George (26 Sept. 1983) and "Submission to Rivers Committee by Heritage Advisory Committee" typescript document by Kent Sedgwick (Apr. 1983).

          Interior rainforest
          2012.13.2.11.13 · File · 2008
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to the central interior rainforest and the Ancient Forest/Chun T'oh Whudujut Provincial Park and Protected Area.

          Maps of Prince George
          2012.13.2.11.03 · File · 1987-1996
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes and reproductions relating to maps and creating maps of Prince George. File predominantly includes photocopies and reproductions of maps of Prince George and neighbourhoods in Prince George. Includes: "Planning division inventory of land use plans and sector plans" typescript document (5 Dec. 1989); "Prince George community planning council" typed letter to Kent Sedgwick attached to multiple maps depicting Prince George (11 Dec. 1996); and "Downtown revitalization committee map loan" typed document and photocopied maps lent to the Downtown Revitalization Committee from Kent Sedgwick (11 Dec. 1996).

          2012.13.2.11.04 · File · 1969-1989
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of maps and aerial photographs of Prince George. Includes: "Record of gift" typed document to Kent Sedgwick (10 July 1989); "Map showing topography of the incorporated area of Prince George" reproduction of a map depicting topography and lot areas of Prince George, originally drawn 1926; BC5553 No 237" aerial photo reproduction depicting Prince George [ca. 1980]; "Prince George September 1969" aerial photo reproduction (Sept. 1969); and "3rd and Johnson" reproduction of an aerial photo depicting 3rd Avenue and Johnson St in Prince George [ca. 1970]."

          2012.13.2.11.05 · File · 1978-2000
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes and reproductions relating to air photographs of Prince George. File predominantly consists of reproduced air photos and photocopied air photos from the Royal BC Museum and Archives depicting Prince George and region. Includes: "RE: Archive Photos Gd" printed email from Gabrielle Dupuis to Kent Sedgwick (17 Oct. 2000) and "Aerial photograph data sheet" reproduction of a data sheet (27 June 1978).

          2012.13.2.11.06 · File · 2007
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes relating to Kent Sedgwick's collection of maps depicting Prince George and region. File primarily includes handwritten and typed notes from Kent Sedgwick describing and listing various maps he had in his collection.

          Prince George climate
          2012.13.2.11.08 · File · 1984-2005
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes and reproductions relating to climate in Prince George. Includes: "Annual meteorology summary Prince George, B.C". document from Environment Canada (1989).

          2012.13.2.11.07 · File · 2005
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes and reproductions relating to maps and mapping in British Columbia. File primarily consists of resources from the University of Northern British Columbia, the College of New Caledonia, the Prince George Public Library, and printed secondary sources for where to find maps, mapping techniques, how to produce maps, and surveying processes. Includes: "Prince George and District map collection finding aid" typescript document from the Fraser-Fort George Regional Museum and Archives (Oct. 1989).

          2012.13.2.09.04 · File · 1986-2004
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to bibliographic references about the central interior of British Columbia. Includes: "Pioneers of the Central Interior" pamphlet from the Prince George Public Library (Nov. 1986) and "Manitoba Department of Tourism and Cultural Affairs" typescript letter from Shirlee Anne Smith to Frank Leonard (9 May 1980).

          Fort George Canyon
          2012.13.2.03.05 · File · 1982-2007
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to the Fort George Canyon. Includes: "City of Prince George" typescript letter from Kent Sedgwick to Mr. Ron Drane, Manager of Pine Centre (7 June 1984) and "Fort George Canyon Hiking Trail" pamphlet published by the Fraser-Fort George Regional Museum (July 1984). Also includes photographs depicting the Fort George Canyon and men hiking the trail (1985).

          Cottonwood Island
          2012.13.2.03.07 · File · 2001-2009
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes and reproductions relating to Cottonwood Island in Prince George, formerly named Island Cache and Foley's Cache. Includes: "A brief history of Cottonwood Island Park" typed document by Kent Sedgwick (Nov. 2009).

          2012.13.2.03.03 · File · 1979-1982
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of letters relating to the Regional District of Fraser-Fort George geographical authority and heritage inventory. Includes: "Valemount Train Station" typed letter from Russell J. Irvine, the director of the Regional District of Fraser-Fort George, to Kent Sedgwick regarding the Valemount train station and ranch buildings at Mount Robson and applications for heritage trust (27 July 1982); "Heritage in Mackenzie" typed letter from the District of Mackenzie to Mr. Trimmer, the secretary of the Heritage Advisory Committee regarding heritage sites in Mackenzie (17 Apr. 1979); "Regional District" typescript document that is a list of heritage sites in the Regional District of Fraser-Fort George area; and "Fraser-Fort George Regional District" pamphlet depicting a map of the regional districts geographic area and list of authority districts.

          City planning of the Georges
          2012.13.2.02.49 · File · [between 1980 and 1995]
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes and reproductions relating to the planning of the Georges: South Fort George, Central Fort George, and Prince George.

          South Fort George townsite
          2012.13.2.02.47 · File · 1986-2006
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to the South Fort George townsite. Includes "Name change from Glenora Park to Paddlewheel Park" typescript letter from Kent Sedgwick to The Mayor and Council (12 Sept. 1988).

          2012.13.2.02.44 · File · [ca. 2006]
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File predominantly consists of photocopies of newspaper articles, along with notes and reproductions relating to the development of the Prince George townsite and subdivision of Fort George, especially the area covered by Cariboo District Plan 1268. Includes material on investments and sale of lots in Prince George, Grand Trunk Pacific development in Prince George, and incorporation of the city of Prince George.

          2012.13.2.02.46 · File · 2001-2005
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes and reproductions relating to the Hudson's Bay Company subdivision. Includes material on the subdivision, survey, and sale of lands in Fort George owned by the Hudson's Bay Company.

          2012.13.2.02.33 · File · [1990?]
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of maps and town surveys of early Prince George. Includes various reproduced 1915 maps and surveys depicting Prince George, Central Fort George, and Fort George: "Subdivision of part of Indian Reserve no. 1 lot 343 Cariboo District BC"; "Parcel Z map 1268"; "Plan of Subdivision lot 933"; "First addition to townsite of Central Fort George"; "Subdivision of lot 1511 Cariboo District BC"; "Townsite of Fort George" map originally made by R.H. Holland; "Plan of Subdivision of lot 1426 Fort George Collins Addition"; "Plan of subdivision of lot 932 Cariboo District"; and "Plan of subdivision of part of lot 2507."