Episode #39
Rock Talk
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Episode Guests:
Nic & Ryan Williams: Rock Climbers, Nelson
Brian Hansen: Executive Director, Kootenay Climbing Association
Jason Louie: Chief, Lower Kootenay Band
Kerri Pedersen: Manager, Lions Head Pub
Episode Overview
We have a lot of rock here in the Basin, and while that might not seem too exciting of a topic, you’d be surprised. Our region is fast becoming a global hotspot for sport climbing and bouldering, and we’ll hear from those leading the charge in its development. We also chat with Chief Jason Louie from Lower Kootenay Band of the Ktunaxa on the spiritual significance of our oldest residents.
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