Vince Hempsall

Vince Hempsall

Vince Hempsall lives in the beautiful mountain town of Nelson, British Columbia, where he spends his time rock climbing, backcountry skiing and mountain biking (when not working). He is the editor of Kootenay Mountain Culture Magazine and in the past 25 years has written for dozens of publications ranging from The Globe and Mail to Climbing.

Stories by Vince Hempsall

Soak in Winter in Kootenay’s Arrow Lakes

Posted

Thu. Jan. 20/22

Summit Lake Ski and Snowboard Area near Nakusp, British Columbia, isn’t your typical downhill...

Castlegar peaks, beaches and lakes make for great escapes

Posted

Thu. Sep. 23/21

There aren’t too many places in Canada where you can sip craft beer on a patio and watch rock...

Wine touring at Valley of the Springs, Nakusp, BC.

Harvest flavours of Arrows Lakes lush, rich and wild

Posted

Thu. Sep. 23/21

The sword is heavier than I expected. I’m at the Mithril Meadery in Nakusp, British Columbia...