Tag: Keremeos
Keremeos ( /kɛrəˈmiːəs/) is a village in the Southern Interior of British Columbia, Canada. The name originated from the Similkameen dialect of the Okanagan language word “Keremeyeus” meaning “creek which cuts its way through the flats” referring to Keremeos Creek which flows down from the Upper Benchlands to the Similkameen River that runs by the village. Local legend claims the name means “the meeting of the winds” due to the often windy conditions experienced in the valley.
Keremeos’ main industries are horticulture, agriculture, ranching, and wine making, among others. Fruit stands are also a major component of the local economy, making it the self-titled “fruit stand capital of Canada.” All sorts of soft fruits and vegetables are grown in the South Similkameen’s warm climate and vineyards and wineries are quickly being added as the Valley’s wine-growing potential is being recognized.
With K Mountain as a backdrop, Keremeos, BC is a community, whose “Wild West” looks date back to…