Blogs
Stay up to date on the latest store features, vlogs and community involvement through our blog. There is something for everyone here from staff highlights to recommended gear for your next activity.
November 13, 2024
An Incredible Workout, Amazing Views, and Fun For the Whole Family: Why You Should Get On Cross Country Skis this Winter
Stay fit, spend quality time with friends and family, and—importantly—keep warm this winter on cross-country skis. Cross-country skiing is an endurance sport for everyone, and there are abundant trails in Kelowna.
November 08, 2024
Ski Safe and Strong All Season Long: Injury Prevention Tips and Exercises from the Ski Shop
Enjoy the slopes injury-free thanks to the right exercises off the hill. Registered massage therapist, lifelong skier, and Fresh Air Kelowna family member Jayson Bates shares how to stay safe and strong all season long.
October 10, 2024
Building Safety, Confidence, and (Free)Style on the Slopes—Before You Get on the Snowboard
The only thing radder than pulling off a 60-foot jump at the ski park is doing it safely. With winter just around the corner, our ski shop spoke with Airhouse Kelowna about the importance of air training for freestyle safety.
July 31, 2024
For the Mountain Bike Lovers: What’s New at Big White and SilverStar Bike Parks
The fun doesn’t stop when the snow melts at Big White and SilverStar. The mountain bike parks are popping up with trail developments, races, community hangs, and more. Get the latest on the Fresh Air Kelowna blog.
June 20, 2024
Grab Your Running Shoes, Kelowna! The Midsummer 8k is Back on July 14th
For more than 30 years passionate runners of all levels have run the shores of Okanagan Lake for the Midsummer 8k. A Fresh Air Kelowna favourite, the race is back on July 14 and raising funds for the UBC Okanagan Heat cross-country running team.
June 12, 2024
Across the Lake: Fresh Air Kelowna Swim Demos Are Back June 15th
Grab your wetsuits, Kelowna! The Interior Savings Across the Lake Swim is back and brings swimmers of all levels to Okanagan Lake on July 20 to support the YMCA Okanagan Swims Program. Join Fresh Air Kelowna for weekly swim clinics and wetsuit demos starting June 15.