Welcome to the Gold Rush Trail Holiday Gift Guide for the 2024-2025 season—a perfect lineup for your local holiday shopping spree! Embrace the joy of giving with an exceptional collection of unique local shops and businesses that create heartfelt gifts while supporting a thriving community of artisans and entrepreneurs.
Thoughtful & Charming Holiday Gifts
Nothing beats the joy of watching a loved one’s face light up as they unwrap a carefully chosen gift. Fortunately, the Gold Rush Trail is a treasure trove of locally crafted delights that promise to brighten those special moments and your holiday season!
Elevate a host or hostess’s space with home decor from local favourites like EdgeWood Farm and Flower or The Rusty Bucket. And for cozy and stylish apparel, Still North Design Co. offers fantastic options. For those inclined towards learning, Tuckkwiowhum Heritage Village’s online workshops are a unique treat.
Explore more unique Gold Rush Trail gift ideas available through e-commerce stores:
🎁: A ‘toadily’ unique gift from Wells’ Frog on the Bog
🎁: Holiday gifts such as bottles and cases, cookbooks, glassware, art, jewellery, gift cards, tailored gift sets, and even a one-year Discovery Club membership from Fort Berens Estate Winery.
🎁: B.C. Nephrite jade jewellery or other gifts from Cariboo Jade & Gift Shoppe
🎁: Beautiful pottery from Fieldstone Pottery
🎁: Sporting gear from Lone Butte Sporting Goods Ltd.
🎁: Pro shop gifts from the 108 Golf Resort Store
🎁: A Pharis & Jason Romero vinyl record or CD
🎁: A gift card from Mountainview Brewing Co. or Fox Mountain Brewing
🎁: A Chris Harris Photography print
🎁: Unique gold rush gifts, charitable donations, gift cards and even accommodation stays from Barkerville Historic Town & Park
🎁: A print or wildlife calendar by local photographer, Natasha Grapes
🎁: A book or gift card from Open Book
🎁: A gift card or goods and wares from Edgewood Farm and Flower
🎁: Maple treats or a gift card from the Sugar Shack
🎁: Apparel from Still North Design Co.
🎁: Handcrafted essentials from Cariboo Acres Crochet
🎁: Environmentally sustainable wood rings from Touch Wood Rings
🎁: Home decor and other gifts from The Rusty Bucket
🎁: A Tuckkwiowhum Heritage Village online workshop
Holiday Gifts for the Senses
While unwrapping a gift on Christmas morning is delightful, many prefer experiential gifts over tangible items. This holiday season, consider gifting a Gold Rush Trail staycation or a memorable getaway with loved ones.
For the adventurous soul eager for winter outdoor escapades, opt for lift passes or certificates to Mount Timothy Recreation Resort or Troll Resort. Tyax Lodge is also a fantastic option for those seeking thrilling and authentic heli-skiing and flightseeing tours. While in the Bridge River Valley, consider gifting someone a Wilderness Trails experience, where they can enjoy a range of activities from fishing trips to winter adventures and photography tours.
Sports enthusiasts will relish future memberships at 108 Golf Resort or whitewater rafting adventures with Kumsheen Rafting Resort. Additionally, memberships or passes to 100 Mile Nordics, Williams Lake Cross-Country Ski Club or Cariboo Touring Club make for fantastic gifts. Delve into the thrill of travel by booking a flight with Pacific Coastal Air or planning a future stay at South Point Resort. Discover where to purchase these exhilarating Gold Rush Trail experiences:
🎁: A gift certificate for South Point Resort on Canim Lake
🎁: A stay or gift card toward Barkerville Historic Town & Park
🎁: A membership for the 108 Golf Resort Store
🎁: A gift card for Kumsheen Rafting Resort
🎁: A club membership or day pass for 100 Mile Nordics, Williams Lake Cross-Country Ski Club, or Cariboo Touring Club
🎁: Ski passes for Mount Timothy Recreation Resort or Troll Resort
🎁: A trip to somewhere in the Cariboo Chilcotin Coast with Pacific Coastal Air
As we traverse the holiday season, let’s remember the true spirit of giving—supporting our local communities while sharing joy with those we cherish. The Gold Rush Trail Gift Guide is more than just a catalogue of presents; it’s a testament to the creativity, craftsmanship, and diversity flourishing in our neighbourhoods.
This season, let’s celebrate the magic of giving while fostering connections and strengthening the fabric of our community. Embrace the joy of gifting and #ShopGRT to make this holiday season truly special for everyone. Happy Holidays!