and a party commences. Te sun is shining, and new supplies have arrived. There are visiting friends from Fort St. James and the rum ration greatly appreciated. The voyageurs have worked hard these past two weeks and need to let off some steam. They set up their tents, taking a vacation before the long hard journey home commences – with every rough river and portage along the way.
The river teems with salmon and in
the fall the wild cranberries are ready to be harvested. The pink salmon and the red berries become new sources of profit for the HBC. Nearly 2000 acres worth of farm is planted, and again bounty is upon us. However, things are not always as
they seem. In 1858, 30,000 gold miners make their way through our shared lands to mine and pan for gold from the life- giving Fraser River. Tese men are brutal and unruly; we must find a way to control them. With the help of Queen Victoria, from the land of New Caledonia is birthed a new British Colony – the colony of British Columbia. We hoot and holler and celebrate the arrival of the Royal Engineers, whose presence alone serves to help calm those of us who call this place our home...”
You can investigate the past and the origins of British Columbia with a visit to Fort Langley National Historic Site. Watch programs led by their interpretive staff and explore their historic buildings. Looking for a one of a kind experience? Fort Langley has it all – school programs, birthday parties, event rentals, seasonal overnight accommodation, and of course, special events. Join them for the Cranberry Festival
October 12, 2013. Pick up some fresh cranberries for your Tanksgiving feast and browse over 100 vendors in the village of Fort Langley’s biggest event of the year. At Fort Langley National Historic Site, watch a barrel-making demonstration, try cranberry bannock, play the cranberry toss, and more. Save 50% on admission. Looking for something spookier? Hear the ghost tales of Fort Langley on their
Perry Mack Photo
Perry Mack Photo
Perry Mack Photo
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