From Tourism BC….

To escape the relentless rush of the concrete jungle, pull up stakes and head to the wilds in Northern BC. Just be sure you pack your knife and fork. At Yellow Cedar Lodge, a woodsy retreat set along the rushing Skeena River, delectable home-cooked menus prove to be an ingredient essential for a succulent stay. Indeed, resident Red Seal Chef Alf Leslie relishes his role as culinary craftsman, orchestrating menus that showcase a bounty of local specialities: three and four-course meals for up to 18 guests include grilled wild coho salmon with sweet potato ravioli in a cilantro cream sauce and desserts fashioned from seasonal berries and fruits. Situated near Terrace, and named for the post and beam structure that shapes its backbone, Yellow Cedar Lodge owes much to its scenic backdrop; fishing, hiking, rock climbing and mountain biking prove warm weather distractions while winter promises a heli of an adventure as the lodge transforms into home base for Northern Escape Heli Ski (the Skeena Mountains deliver one of the deepest, driest and most reliable snow packs in the province). And post adventure, the lodge’s small, dedicated team will ensure relaxation – and respite – are at a premium. Along with a dollop of tasty treats. www.yellowcedarlodge.ca

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