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Land Donkey
1910
Arrow Lakes Narrows

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Continuing south, Fred and the pastor sailed by West Arrow Park. Quite apparent was a large clearing around the centre of town but buildings were few in number. Hemmingway's General Store, the hotel, and a community hall were completed, as well as a sign worded "Arrow Park". The latter, Fred considered as an invitation by the land company to possible buyers to stop and have a look.

Serious infrastructure was now in position as a result of work done by both the Land Company and the Dominion Government. Cribbing along the waterline was installed to prevent erosion by steamer waves. A long sturdy wharf was constructed as well. The government, always ready to assist the CPR, it seems, spent hundreds of thousands of dollars fitting these small ports with piers and floating docks. Almost as expensive was the constant dredging of channels at Burton and Arrowhead. Because this waterway was used by everybody, it was the Federal Government's obligation to make sure it was navigable and safe.

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Arrow Park Buildings
1910
Arrow Park, Arrow Lakes Narrows

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Dredge Clamshell
1910
Burton, BC

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When Fred got home, he heard that there was talk of a super sternwheeler to be built in Nakusp. A visit to the shipyard revealed little. The weeks went past and although there were many signs that indicated a start was being made, it still remained a mystery. Becoming restless, the idea of putting on his hiking boots, filling a packsack and heading for the Nakusp Hot Springs appealed to Fred. After a nine mile (14.48 km) journey, a soak in the soothing water would take all his pain away.

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Nakusp Hot Springs
1910
Kuskanax Creek, Nakusp, BC