Recent Blog Posts by Jason Neumann

Household tips for the last weeks of winter

It’s now February in the Okanagan and the sun has begun to shine on those winter blues.  However, February weather can still pack a chilly punch! Here are some tips for protecting yourself from ballooning heating bills, freezing pipes and other household emergencies in these last weeks of winter.  Inside: Keep doors and heating vents closed to rooms that are not ...

Tips on "Winter-proofing" your home

Here are some tips to "winter-proofing" your home - or, at least, ways to keep the season from doing serious damage. Furnace Inspection Call an HVAC professional to inspect your furnace. Stock up on furnace filters and change them monthly. Consider turning on your furnace to make sure it works before you really need it. You may briefly notice a burning smell, don't panic right away; ...

Big White Ski Resort has started $5 Fridays again

Are you looking for a fun and inexpensive evening out with the family?  Then Big White's $5 Fridays are the perfect answer to keeping your family entertained.  You can purchase your cheap evening pass right at the resort and it is good from 5:00pm until 8:00pm.  The lit ski paths are very friendly for the novice skier and challenging terrain can be found for the more experienced as well.  ...

Big White Ski Resort receives more international recognition by Conde Nast’s Traveler publication.

Another Big White accolade by Castanet Staff - Story: 43824Dec 22, 2008 / 5:00 amBig White is the best. According to readers of a national travel magazine, Conde Nast's Traveler, the Okanagan's own Big White ski resort has been chosen as having the best snow in North America. Their annual poll rates the top 20 ski resorts in North America and identified Big White as the place to go for quality snow. ...