r/Osoyoos

I’m supposed to be taking a trip out to osoyoos on the 23rd and I have been checking the air quality map often but now I’m getting mixed reviews online about it, can anyone who’s there tell me if it’s getting better?

And just so it’s not a point of contention, I am not staying in a hotel or taking away any housing that would need to be used for an evac or anything, my family owns a house there and I will be staying at my house.

The owner of Watermark Beach Resort was on the CBC radio this morning. He said "People are swimming on beaches and eating on patios". Can healthy adults enjoy the outdoors this week?

We were planning to go next week, but due to the air quality and the evolving fire situation and evacuation in Summerland we felt it was best to cancel. Feeling very sad, was really looking forward to visiting Osoyoos for the first time. I’ll be back for you! Stay safe everyone 💛

First and foremost, I want to say that my heart is with everyone in the Okanagan who is being impacted by the wildfires.

Thinking of the families who have been displaced, the communities facing uncertainty, the firefighters and first responders working tirelessly, and everyone doing what they can to support one another.

My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this incredibly difficult time. Please stay safe!

My partner and I are planning on spending a weekend in Osoyoos at the end of September. Arriving early into Kelowna Friday morning and departing Sunday evening (also out of Kelowna). We will have a rental car so are open to travelling within an hour-ish of Osoyoos.

What are some must do/must see things in the area? Not necessarily all winery based but also some hikes, museums, restaurants, unique attractions, etc.

Any and all ideas are appreciated!

TIA

Not relating to the current fires, but we were thinking of spending more time in the Osoyoos area but I didn't realize the water quality was so bad with the Manganese and ag runoff. Does everyone filter their water and is it something being actively worked on by the town?

Me and my family are planning on heading down tomorrow morning to Osoyoos and staying for a couple days but we are wondering if we should cancel due to the air quality. Everything we have booked is non refundable and I’d had to have money just go down the drain like that🤦‍♂️

I have a spare room in Osoyoos. Any idea how we register that for people affected?

My heart aches for the residents, pets, wildlife, human life these wildfires are causing. I just left Osoyoos on July 24th when things started to amp up. Such beautiful land.. Stay safe everyone, wishing you the best, my heart goes out to you