A Season in the Okanagan

Praise for A Season in the Okanagan: “Arnott’s writing is kin to John Steinbeck’s travel narratives, family with Anthony Bourdain’s descriptive yarns, neighbourly to Jan Morris’s travel missives – and yet singularly his own voice.” —Rick Antonson, co-author of Slumach’s Gold and author of Train beyond the Mountains “Arnott takes the reader on a sensory-rich tour of his youth. Part memoir, part guidebook, he touches on the people, places, and regional identities that continue to make the Okanagan a destination like no other.” —Jennifer Cockrall, author of Food Artisans of the Okanagan “With his childhood connection to the Okanagan Valley, Bill Arnott masterfully captures the true essence of being a local, but from a visitor’s perspective. His unique journey brings the reader into the fold of the entire valley from top to bottom. With tales from his youth, and his knowledge of the region, he transposes the spirit of comfortable familiarity to the reader. As a resident of the Okanagan Valley, I appreciate Bill’s ability to depict such a rare, captivating picture of the area. He uncovers countless treasures scattered across the valley that stir the reader’s sense of adventure and curiosity. His vivid depictions of the valley's history and geology create lasting impressions, drawing the reader into the heart of its beauty and mystery, while also celebrating the rich heritage of First Peoples. A must-read for both visitors and residents, this is a book I will keep in my car as I continue to explore this magnificent valley.” —Gerry Shea, author of the Popular Day Hikes series of guidebooks for the Okanagan