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Anyone wanting to build a snowman in these low-lying parts would be out of luck; snow is something that rarely happens in these parts. Only two hours inland from the coast, Hope has a temperate climate due to the warm, moist Pacific Ocean airstreams. Unlike the interior valleys, an hour or so east of the small town, Hope doesn't get too hot in the summertime. The Cordilleran mountain system separates the warm ocean air from the plains and as the moist air rises over the mountains, it cools and falls on the western slopes as heavy rain in lower altitudes and snow in the higher areas and mountains which surround Hope. Those interior valleys that are east of the community get much less precipitation, causing the sometimes scorching summers. Geological Features: The Fraser River is a major part of the geology of Hope. Between Lytton and Hope the river passes through the coast mountains where the famous Fraser Canyon can be found. The river enters a broad flood pain that goes some 130 km to the coast and eventually to Vancouver. Things to do in Hope: There is something for everyone to do or experience while visiting, living or staying for an extended period of time in Hope; For nature lovers there is birdwatching; over 200 species make their home in this unique coastal/interior climate. For the rock collector, more than 600 varieties can be found in the area, many of them considered to be semi-precious. The days of the Gold Rush are not over; you can still go out Goldpanning and see what the old prospectors from left for you to take home to friends and relatives as gifts. Winter sports include downhill and cross-country skiing at Manning Park, as well as snowshoeing, snowmobiling, sledding and skating. Hope Arena has approximately 28 hockey teams and you can attend local figure skating events; public time is also available for skaters. The Hope Curling Club has four sheets of ice with 130 members. Three major bonspiels are hosted each year. Kawkawa Lake, Lake of the Woods, Silver Lake, The Fraser and Coquilhalla Rivers offer good fishing for trout, salmon or sturgeon, boating, canoeing and kayaking opportunities. There are swimming spots both in and outdoors; at Dan Sharers Aquatic centre, you can use the swimming pool, sauna, steam room, hot tub. There is also a children's pool and fitness centre. The highways have paved shoulders that allow for safe biking; there are many trails where a biker might find a good riding challenge. If you prefer to walk, there are equally good hiking trails; The Outdoor Club provides detailed maps and there are walking events such as First Blood and Chainsaw Carving Tours.
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