The Adams River Salmon Society

Interpretive Centre Project

The Adams River Salmon Society have been working for the last eighteen months on the creation of a world class interpretive facility which we believe will be a jewel that showcases the Shuswap region to the world. The society's vision for 2010 is:

To date, we have been busy working with local consultants, governments and first nations to set a common vision for the center and determine how it can best represent the needs of both Roderick Haig  Brown Park and the Shuswap areas. A business plan has been compiled and logs have been purchased to construct a phase one building as is shown below. 

Following the construction of this building, the Adams River Salmon Society, will be working toward the completion of  phase two, the interpretive center facility.

This unique building will offer a vast array of opportunities to the area;

What is it?
The Adams River Salmon Society's goal is to build a two-phased environmentally suitable, self sustaining Interpretive Centre located on the banks of the Adams River in Roderick Haig-Brown Park.

Eco-tourism: displays featuring the sockeye salmon and flora and fauna native to the park and will provide visitors with an enjoyable tutorial on how the intricate ecosystem that exists within the Adams River and at Roderick Haig-Brown Park benefits us all.

Cultural Tourism: The Society is fortunate to have the support of the Shuswap Nation Tribal Council (representing 17 First Nations Bands in the region) for this project. The Society intends that there be a strong First Nations presence throughout the centre with local native culture, history, a traditional pit house village, crafts and artisans being represented.

Recreational Tourism: outdoor enthusiasts currently enjoy the park all year round. The park's many riverside trails provide a refreshing walking/hiking experience and the fly-fishing on the Adams River is an angler's delight. White water rafters enjoy the rapids of the Adams River's canyon and cross-country skiers, hikers and bike riders alike attest that the area's trails are easily accessible and present a challenge for all skill levels.

Workshop and seminars: opportunities for area residents and tourists alike to participate in unique learning experiences designed to both educate and entertain will be offered at the centre.

Retail products: there is an excellent opportunity to cater to visitor's needs and whims for giftware, souvenirs and consumable products.

Special events: events that highlight the park's attributes as well as educate and attract visitors will be held to accentuate the product offering and raise monies at the centre

Why?

To encourage and facilitate the education and conservation of the natural and cultural resources of Roderick Haig-Brown Park and area. To cooperate with BC Parks in planning, promoting, financing and delivering the 'Salute to the Sockeye'. To encourage more visitors and longer stays to the area and to provide local residents with recreational activities.

How to become a friend of the Centre:

Make a one time tax deductible donation. All major donors will have their name displayed at the centre in recognition of their donation.

Become a Friend of the Adams River Interpretive Centre!!

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We welcome community input and encourage anyone interested in working on the project to join the society and take part in the completion of a project that will welcome the world for decades to come.

If you are interested in more information about the center, please contact Society president Vic Calvert at (250) 679-8315