Sports, Recreation and Leisure

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  • Physical activity, occupations or amusements for the purpose of wellness, socializing, relaxation, entertainment or competition
  • Sports, outdoor recreation, hobbies, games, travel, etc.
  • Individuals, organizations, clubs
  • Professional and amateur competitors/teams
  • Education and training related to sports, recreation and leisure
  • Businesses related to sports, recreation and leisure

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          1110 Archival description results for Sports, Recreation and Leisure

          1110 results directly related Exclude narrower terms
          2001.1.051 · Item · 1958
          Part of NBCA Document and Ephemera Collection

          This 16 page booklet includes illustrations and a program of events, along with a short history of Williams Lake, a short history of stampedes, a "Dude Dictionary", and a poem entitled "The Old Cow Puncher". Also includes a summary about the "Cariboo Indians" (possibly referring to the Secwepemc Nation and other First Nations near the Williams Lake area) contemporary to the time that contains information that is now considered inaccurate.

          Tumbler Ridge
          2012.13.2.19.14 · File · 2000-2007
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to Tumbler Ridge, BC. Includes: "Tumbler Ridge: Visitor's Guide to Outdoor Trails and Recreation" pamphlet by the District of Tumbler Ridge (2005); and "Writing on the Ridge" pamphlet for a writing retreat in Tumbler Ridge (2000). Also includes personal photographs from Kent Sedgwick depicting Tumbler Ridge (2001).

          Rocky Mountain history
          2012.13.2.19.11 · File · 1978-2003
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes and reproductions relating to history of the Rocky Mountains. Includes: "Cave & Basin Hot Springs" pamphlet prepared by Parks Canada (1985); "Canadian Rockies Heritage" pamphlet by The Whyte Foundation (1985); "The Alpine Club of Canada" pamphlet by the Alpine Club of Canada (1990); and "Snow War: a guide to the history of Rogers Pass" pamphlet by Parks Canada (1978).

          Mount Sir Alexander
          2012.13.2.19.12 · File · 2006-2010
          Part of J. Kent Sedgwick fonds

          File consists of notes, clippings, and reproductions relating to Mount Sir Alexander, a mountain in the Sir Alexander Area of the Continental Ranges of the BC Canadian Rockies.

          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.

          2020.4.8.2.004 · Item · Feb. 1964
          Part of G. Gary Runka fonds

          Photograph depicts a curling team at a Feb. 1964 Summerland Curling Club event. Trophy at centre reads "L.A. Smith Ltd. Event". From left to right: Unknown, Brian McCormick, Gary Runka, Art (surname unknown).

          Print Photographs
          2020.4.8.2 · Subseries · 1956-1990
          Part of G. Gary Runka fonds

          Series consists of print photographs created or collected by Gary Runka over the course of his personal and professional life. Includes school portraits, sporting event photographs, and work-related group portraits. Also includes aerial photographs of the West Coast Trail.

          2000.19.2.77 · Item · 29 Aug. 1927-26 Sept. 1927
          Part of Prentiss Gray Collection

          Photograph depicts an unidentified man cooking food in several pots over a fire at a camp site. In the background several tents are visible in front of a forested environment.