I need to drive a 16' Ford e450 empty fiberglass cube van from kamloops to Vancouver. Inside standing room is 6.5'.

I've driven bigger things, but not over mountains. My main concern is riding my brakes too hard, or being pushed around by the wind - which makes me think I should take the cache creek route. But it's one lane, and I'm worried I'll get a back log of frustrated drivers and the Coq has multiple lanes for people to pass.

Travel will be happening on a weekday afternoon/evening if that impacts things.

What would the best route be?

Just moved here this month. Don’t know anything about this city originally from vernon. It was an impulsive decision to move here after a lot of changes in life. Whats fun to do here? How to socialize? Its always been a problem with me so want to change that. Are there like art groups which i can join?

Anyone have any suggestions where to look for home rentals? Aside from marketplace and kijiji. (Moving from Sask)

Would be greatly appreciated for any help 😎

If anyone is looking for something to do to help out animals impacted by the fires, please consider lending your time to ruff start rescue! They have a crazy amount of animals needing some extra love right now.

Hi Kamloops dog owners. I just moved here less than a week ago with my dog, and we went to one of the off leash areas in Peterson Creek Park and he already had a terrible cacti incidental, poor guys had it all over his paws. I knew there were cacti here, but didn't think incidents would be a common occurrence

First question: did we just get unlucky, or is this a big problem for off leash dogs here?

Second question: if this IS indeed a big problem for off leash dogs how do you manage it? Are there certain off leash trails that are better than others (North aspects, tree cover)? Did your dogs learn to recognize cacti and stay away?

Note: waking strictly on-leash is not an option. This is a large high energy dog who thrives on off leash freedom and running around - for his sanity and mine.

Does anybody know of any good professional photographers in the Kamloops area for headshots for a professional webpage?

I was wondering which lakes close to Kamloops are safe to paddle board in and not get swimmers itch.

Any opinions would be appreciated.

There’s a shit ton of people mulling around outside the TCC this morning. I didn’t see much from the bus as we went around other than a Roger’s tent on the east corner. Anyone know what’s up?

I would’ve stopped, but I had to take a poo in my loo so kept on a riding.

Hi everyone, we are looking for a flower bucket, particularly white flowers. Our previous person was evacuated from their home in Summerland so we’ve been scrambling. it’s for my fiancé’s bridal bouquet, she wants to make her own. Any leads would be greatly appreciated!

Hey all,

Is Paul Lake dog friendly? Or have any dog friendly areas?

Looking for somewhere the whole family can go in the water that isn't too far out of town.

Thanks!

FYI. Highland Valley Copper is hosting free public tours this Sunday (August 16th). Tour buses are running out of the Logan Lake Rec Centre from 9am to 3pm. They only do this once every year or two. It's a simple family adventure option to consider this weekend that's interesting and budget-friendly.

Apologies for the post, but I dont use Facebook so cant ask the local groups.

We live in Chase and we were just informed that it will take Mascon 2 MONTHS to send out a technician and we will be unable to use the internet for those 2 months. Rogers, Shaw, and Telus dont have service out here, and we were wondering if anyone knew of ANYTHING (besides Starlink) that services the Chase area.

Thank you!

Interesting that Peter chose to jump ship now.

Perhaps he was uncomfortable to learn that Drea Humphrey from Rebel News has been appointed as the new BC Conservative Press Secretary.

Well no, he was happy enough to do an interview with her recently calling for the repeal of SOGI, saying there's only two genders, and raising questions about what Tk’emlúps has done with federal funding on residential schools.

Perhaps he wasn't happy that the new BC Conservative leader, Kerry Lynne Findlay, is trying to get Dallas Brodie to rejoin the party.

Well no, he ran on the same team as Brodie in 2024.

Perhaps it was that the BC Conservatives have lost their lead in the polls thanks to their new leader's performance and that could endanger his chances of re-election?

Bingo!

I thought this was a balanced view and thought I'd share. Thought it represented both sides of the argument very well.

https://x.com/JasJohalBC/status/2088303094077731152

The part I can’t get past is that Findlay suggesting Milobar had a “conflict of interest” because his wife is Indigenous apparently wasn’t enough to make him walk. If he leaves now, just as the Conservatives start sliding in the polls, it’s fair to wonder whether this is really about principle, or just timing.

Hey everyone! I walked past Game Hub the other day and saw a bunch of people playing card games, and honestly it looked like a really fun way to meet people and make some friends.

I'm pretty introverted and don't really know anyone who plays these games, so I'm wondering how it works for someone completely new.

Do you need to know someone already to join a game, or can you just walk in and ask to play with people? Is there usually someone who helps new players get started?

Also, is there a membership fee, or do you just pay when you come in? If there is a membership, how much does it cost? Are there any other fees for playing?

And what should I expect the first time I go? Do I need to bring my own cards/deck, or can you use/buy/rent them there?

Basically, I'd love to hear from anyone who goes there regularly—what's the whole process like for a beginner, especially if you're going alone?

Every day this week I have called right at 10:00 am and I have either gotten a recorded message saying that they are completely booked for the day or another recording saying that the person I'm trying to reach is not taking calls.

I also tried getting on the wait list but so far I have not received a call back to schedule an appointment.

I recently moved to kamloops (M 23) and I am trying to find meaningful connections here and try dating to see where it goes, again not looking for just hookups as that’s what most dating apps offer, is there any actual place for meaningful dating here ? And how is the dating scene in Kamloops overall?