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Cawston, British Columbia

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The rural nature of this community has also made it a popular home to horse ranches, hobby farms, and nature enthusiasts. There are many hiking trails in the area covering almost every terrain possible, from cactus and sagebrush desert to sub-alpine meadows.
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The community was named for R.L. Cawston, a pioneer rancher and magistrate who settled in the area in the 19th century. Nearby was the site of the original Hudson's Bay Company store.
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Many of the kids in Cawston attend either Cawston Primary School or Similkameen Elementary Secondary School, One of those kids got a full-in Bruce Willis movie on May 25, 2021.
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There are many apple and soft fruit orchards throughout the Cawston area. In recent years, vineyards and wineries have become an important part of the local economy.
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Skiing and other winter activities can be enjoyed nearby as can 18 hole golf course at Twin Lakes, boating and swimming throughout the
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Cawston lies within the territory of the Smelqmix (Similkameen) Nation, specifically, the area of the
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Unincorporated community in British Columbia, Canada
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Blind Creek Indian Reserve No. 6
Cawston, British Columbia
Cawston is located in British Columbia
British Columbia
49°10′56″N 119°45′38″W / 49.18222°N 119.76056°W / 49.18222; -119.76056
Canada
Province
British Columbia
Region
Similkameen Country
Regional district
Okanagan-Similkameen
Time zone
UTC-8
PST
Area code
250
778
236
Highways
Highway 3
Highway 3A
Similkameen River
unincorporated
Similkameen
Lower Similkameen Indian Band
Okanagan Nation Alliance
Syilx
Okanagan
Crowsnest Highway

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