The HAZELTONS IN THE KINGDOM OF TOTEM POLES AND THE STEELHEAD Travel The Totem Trail — Published by the Northern Sentinel Press Ltd., Kitimat — Issue June 1, 1960 Hazelton, South Hazelton, and New Hazelton: Combined Population 2,000 geo at Totem Poles at Kitwanga . “, a i Above: Steelhead fishing in the Kispiox River. Below: Indians fishing at the Kispiox Village. Bottom: Rocher de Boule Mountain overlooking the Hagwilget Bridge and the Bulkley River at Hazelton, B.C. — British Columbia Government Photos, courtesy Dept, of Recreation and Conservation, Ter palpail Macha erry) on vas ; were OL cae oat wy: ‘os vn Wy PES aero RRO ree , a eee A A) fay (a Ae a eer t ' all ae ORL + ate : “4 A A ie: a 5 ‘ van may) , the & el emul omnamniouane Fal A FRONTIER VACATION LAND | The fact there are three Hazeltons is sometimes confusing to the tourist. It is best explained by saying that ‘‘Hazelton’’ is the child of the River, ‘South Hazelton” the child of the railroad and “New Hazelton’ the child of the highway. The main. industry is lumbering, Some of B.C.’s longest cedar poles are taken from. the country to the north. When you discover the Hazeltons, you find a frontier vaca- tionland. The area is rich in history and natural beauty with a ruggedness that is ideal for the photographer, painter or camper in search of new adventure. oo ee Fishing the many rivers and lakes can be an adventure itself. Out of local rivers have come the World’s largest recorded Steelhead every year since 1950. Rainbow, cut-throat and Dolly Varden trout are found in all the lakes, Catching the pacific Salmon - provides a challenge to every fisherman. The fishing is so spectacular that even an amateur can make catches that would thrill a veteran. ~~ Té you are looking for simple quiet relaxation away from commercialized resorts you will find solitude and beauty on every hand. Within reach of your car are authentic Indian Villages complete . with totem poles and old folklore enough to satisfy the heart. of any historian. The legends surrounding the villages of. Kisegas, Kit- wancool, Kitwanga, Hagwelget, Kitsequecla are indeed fascinatirg Prospectors and rockhounds are beckoned by the abandoned mines that dot the mountains and hills promising the possibility of a lucky: find. For the sportsman looking for bigger things, there are moose, deer, goats, black and grizzely bear and some. of the finest grouse hunting in the province. Experienced guides .are always available. + The Hazeltons are a paradise for photographers and artists. The most dominant mountain, the Rocher de Boule, broods over the village with a countenance that changes character by the. hour. The picturesque and almost unique Indian grave yard just out of Hazelton offers myriad subjects for camera and brush. You can pitch your tent beside the cool rivers or on historic trails where the spirits of bygone days still lurk and you will find Hazelton ready to give you a new experience, whether your holiday is a month long or just a day. You will truly have your . best vacation when you travel to this fascinating frontier vacationland. COMING EVENTS AND FISHERMEN’S CALENDAR, 1960: _- To help plan. your vacation so that you will be here just at the right time for your particular interest, we give you the following Calendar of Coming Events: . In June the fly fisherman will find.a dream come true at Seely Lake, when trout are rising to the fly. Also this month, the Spring Salmon run starts, providing excellent’ salmon fishing in all the rivers. , Be ‘July 1. is Dominion fishing continues to be good in all rivers. pe on August is Salmon Skawning time in the Skeena River, while fishing September 5 is for the Rod well worth the 15 miles of driving up the Kispiox Valley. Also in September the fishing is superb in all the rivers and lakes, for rainbows, Dollys and Cut-throats. October is the start of the Steelhead fishing and your chance to catch the next world’s record begins. The Cohoe Salmon run also takes place during this month. November the Steelhead fishing is at its best, in the Kispiox, Kit- wanga and Bulkley rivers, and all trout are still looking for lures in the lakes. (further information may be obtained from any service station or hotel) ADVENTURE ROADS Salmon River Road — Leads off from the Kispiox road and extends 60 miles to the North West parallelin gthe Skeena River, across the Salmon River bridge and on to the junction of the Babine River. The road continues to the historic old Kisegas bridge and abandoned Indian village with its many legends. You can travel on to the famous Babine River slide which is at the end of the road, It is wise to inquire concerning the condition of this road before planning to travel the complete length of this interesting trip. Kispiox Rond — Starts north for 40 miles from the road between New Hazelton and Hazelton, The road passes over the Skeena Bridge and continues past Glen Vowell Indian village to the junction of the Kispiox and Skeena rivers, This leads you into the heart of the world's finest fishing. The road continues north through a cich farm area to first cabin on the old historic Telegraph Trail. The area {s quite accessible during the summer months this far and with a four wheel drive vehicle or a truck it is pussible to drive a further 20 miles north through virgin timber and the most scenic country in the area, Silver Standard Mine Road — This extends five miles north from the Two Mile settlement ond the road is usually in good condition. At the end of the road you find the Silver Standard Mine which {s not now in production. The view into the valley from the mine is worth the trip, Kitwangn Road — This is known os the back road to Kitwanga and is 27 miles from its beginning north from the road linking Now Hazelton and Hazolton, Tho road is kept in good condition and parallels the Skeena Rivor passing the site of the historic Temlaham, The road to Kitwancool village branches off from a point noar the Kit- wanga village, It is possible to cross the Skeena River at Kitwanga on a ferry and return to Highway 16, Pahino Trait — This {s the orlginal historic old pack trail to Babine lake, The road commences from tho sottloment at Two Milo. ‘t is only possible to travel a short distanco on this road by automobile, It is an interesting aren to hike or to travel with a four wheel drive vohiclo, The scenory {is torrific and tho trail goos up high whore you find yourself above timberline and in some of the beat mountain goat hunting country in Canada, sa 4a (len pW SAEED nh atten peede Beemer aes For further formation aba HACELTON, contact the New Hazelion & District Chamber of Commerce, Hazelton, B.C. Page Three Skeena Garage Chevron Dealer Hazelton, B. C. New Hazelton Hotel “A Good Place To Stop” New Hazelton, B.C, B.C. Cafe Hazelton, B. C. Special Orders to Take Out. Canadian and Chinese Dishes John’s Store Kispiox, B.C, Groceries and Tobacco Esso Gass and Oils IR. S. Sargent, Limited GENERAL MERCHANTS Est. 1900 — Inc, 1914 Miners’ Supplies A Specialty F. S. “Hap” Leary South Hazelton, B.C. | CHAIN SAWS _ Homelite and I.E.L, Dealer Esso 24 Hr. Service Art’s Garage A. L. Warren and W. G. Dennison Light and heavy repairs to all types of machinery. Accetylene and Electric Welding South Hazelton, B.C, Grandview Hotel _ South Hazelton, B.C. ‘Modern in Every Way Plus Roche de Boule Room Phone 65 B. Sargent GENERAL MERCHANDISE South Hazelton, B.C. New Hazelton Cabins Phone 137-M , Fully modern motel: units at reasonable rates and friendly ‘service ay. Celebration at South Hazelton, Salmon McDonald’s Gen. Store “~~ On. Highway 16 Phone 177-M The Up-To-Date Store Sundries @ Gifts @ Photo Supplies Phone 2 P.O. Box 9 Hazelton, B.C. Triangle Motor Service And Taxi Axel Larson Phone 25 Hazelton, B.C. Gateway Service Station New Hazelton, B.C. Phone 50-R Shanghai Chop Suey House ULTRA MODERN CAFE ing Size Steaks - Chops our Specialty. Chinese Cuisine ‘‘at its Best’ — ‘‘Party Reserva- tions and Orders to Take Out"’ PHONE 86 Hazelton, B.C, Hudson’s Bay Company HAZELTON, 3B.C. Serving Canadians Since 1670 Hotel Inlander Four Star Accommodation Phone 31 For Reservations Dining Room O.K. Esso Service Gas and Grocories Courteous Service for all your Motoring Neods Totem Cafe Now Hazelton Snacks - Monls - Lunches “Where people come by choice Not by Chanco" Goodridge Garage GAS . TIRES - REPAIRS PHONE 118 Your. Standard Ol] Dealer Now Woarzolton, WC . owe . ; Noy wee ary