On our adventures - By Car, we take an odyssey through Central and Northern British Columbia, home to stone sheep, moose, grizzly and black bear, a natural hot springs pool, ancient totems, legendary fishing, glaciers, the Northern Lights, First Nations culture and Fur Trade history. On this episode of “Detour,” we explore some hidden gems off the main road. Today’s detour begins in Williams Lake. Jason Ryle, executive director for the William’s Lake and district chamber of commerce. From Williams Lake, we travel along Highway 20, also known as the Chilcotin Highway named after the original stewards of the areas, the Chilcotin people, officially named the Alexander MacKenzie Highway. this is one of the two main East-West routes in the Central Interior of British Columbia. We take a detour off the highway to stop in Dog Creek.
About "By Car"
This series shares the stories, people and breathtaking locations you'll discover when traveling through interior British Columbia. Each journey begins at one of the five dealerships within the Cariboo Auto Group and takes you to historical landmarks and awe-inspiring destinations only accessible “By Car”.
Cariboo Auto Group
By Car is a presentation of the Cariboo Auto Group. We encourage you to get off the beaten path, explore the wonders of your local BC community and connect with folks who live there. Our 5 dealerships are here to make sure your vehicle is up to the challenge. Visit Cariboo Auto Group .com to contact one of our GM, Ford or Toyota dealers.
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