Barkerville Historic Town & Park & Cottonwood House Historic Site. Meetings, Weddings & Private Events Guide

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1 Barkerville Historic Town & Park & Cottonwood House Historic Site Meetings, Weddings & Private Events Guide Ver. 1.4 revised October 6, 2017

2 Contents About Us... 3 The Seasons of Barkerville... 4 Rates & Fees... 5 Venues... 6 Food and Beverage... 9 Accommodations Trip Planning Extras Winter Activities General Information To speak with our staff about your next private event, please contact Jillian Merrick Diversification Officer, Barkerville Historic Town & Park Box 19, Highway 26 East, Barkerville, BC, V0K 1B0 Toll free: ext. 28 Fax: barkerville.ca barkervilleblog.com facebook.com/barkervillebc 2

3 About Us Barkerville Historic Town & Park and Cottonwood Historic House are managed by the Barkerville Heritage Trust, a registered charity run by a volunteer board. We are committed to ensuring that our sites are efficiently managed, educational, entertaining to visit and sustained as a premier heritage resource attraction in BC. The historic nature of our sites guarantees you an unparalleled experience for your private special event, but it also imposes some special considerations and restrictions on our rentals. Please ensure that the necessary limitations of our location meet the expectations you have for your special event. Cottonwood House Historic Site Main Season: May 17, 2018 September 2, 2018 Site hours: 10:00am 5:00pm everyday Winter Season: Closed Cottonwood House Historic Site, located 26 km east of Quesnel is also managed by the Barkerville Heritage Trust. This beautiful heritage roadhouse and farm on the banks of the Cottonwood River can host a variety of special events. Cottonwood House Historic Site is a working farm on a scenic setting with 10 bunk cabins and multiple RV and tent camping within the site, making it ideal for overnight stays for large groups. During the spring, summer, and fall, a gate admission is required for all visitors to Barkerville and Cottonwood House. Pastoral Situated on the banks of the winding Cottonwood River, lined with hundreds of heritage Cottonwood Trees, Cottonwood House Historic Site is a working farm on a scenic setting. Accommodating Cottonwood House offers 10 cabins and multiple RV and tent camping within the site, making it ideal for large group retreats. Historic hospitality As the oldest remaining roadhouse in North America, Cottonwood House has served road-weary travellers since We have over 150 years of experience in providing the best hospitality for our guests. 3

4 Barkerville Historic Town & Park Located 85 km east of Quesnel on the Gold Rush Trail, Barkerville Historic Town & Park welcomes over 60,000 visitors annually. From intimate family gatherings to professional meetings to large celebrations, Barkerville is fully equipped to support a wide range of special events in an authentic, unique, world-class heritage site. We offer a variety of venue, food, accommodation, education, and entertainment options for every budget. This document provides an overview of our standard offerings, and we are happy to work with you to customize a unique plan for your special event. World-class Barkerville has been a Provincial Heritage Site since 1958 and a National Historic Site since It is the largest Heritage Town & Park in Western North America and welcomes over 60,000 visitors annually. Fun In addition to our spring and summer living history museum showcase, Barkerville now offers activities year-round, with the addition of winter recreation programs like ice-skating, snow shoeing and the Shamrock tube run. With so much to see, Barkerville offers everyone the freedom to play, learn and explore. Customisable Our staff are committed to providing you with the support you need to make your special event at Barkerville a truly outstanding experience. The Seasons of Barkerville Spring, Summer, and Fall Season: May September Site hours In May, June and September: 8:30am 5:00pm, everyday Site hours In July and August: 8:00am 7:00pm everyday Summer season is the busy season at Barkerville Historic Town & Park. Our full complement of restaurants, shops, accommodations, theatre, interpretive programs, and more are open for business. While the large volume of programs and activities taking place during the main season may limit venue availability, a greater number of products and services are available through local seasonal merchants. During the spring, summer, and fall season, a gate admission is required for all visitors to Barkerville. Winter Season: September May Site hours: 9:00am 5:00pm, everyday Barkerville Historic Town & Park launched its first winter recreation season program in 2016 with the opening of the Barkerville Café, the Shamrock Tube Run, the Barkerville Pavilion, and snowshoe, ice skate, and kick sled rentals. The winter season at Barkerville offers visitors the benefit of a wide range of venue options, low crowd volumes, and a spectacular winter landscape settings. Winter in Barkerville virtually guarantees snow. During the winter season, admission to Barkerville is free for all visitors. 4

5 Rates & Fees Gate Admission During the spring, summer, and fall seasons, a gate admission is required for all visitors to Barkerville and Cottonwood House. Regular admission includes entrance to site for two (2) days, as well as all regularly scheduled public tours and demonstrations. There is no admission fee during the winter season. Barkerville Group Rate Cottonwood Group Rate Heritage Pass Group Rate Adults $ $ 5.00 $35.00 Seniors $ $ 3.50 $32.75 Youth (13-18) $ 7.25 $ 3.50 $28.50 Children (6-12) $ 3.50 $ 2.00 $21.00 Children (under 6) Free Free n/a * Heritage Pass includes regular two-day admission to Barkerville, a gold panning lesson, a stage coach ride, and a ticket to a Theatre Royal performance Group Admission Rate Policy Groups of ten (10) people or larger are eligible for the group admission rates to Barkerville and Cottonwood House. All group admissions must be booked at least 48 hours in advance and payment for the group must be made in one lump sum. Multi-day private events such as conferences, weddings, and family reunions of are eligible for further discounts of up to 40% off regular admission. Group discounts do not apply to Family Pass or Annual Pass rates. For more information on these or other rates, please visit our website. Private Special Events Site Fee All private special events bookings are subject to a site fee. This fee helps us ensure adequate staff resources for on-site coordination of private groups. A one-time fee will be charged for all private event bookings during regular operating hours. An additional fee applies for each hour outside of regular site operating hours. This fee does not include gate admission, venue rental, food and beverage, or other service or equipment fees. School, community and non-profit groups may be eligible for exemption from this fee. One-time event fee Extended hours fee Groups of up to 20 people $100 one-time fee $35 per hour Groups of people $150 one-time fee $75 per hour Groups of 66+ people $200 one-time fee $150 per hour 5

6 Venues Barkerville is home to over 100 heritage structures and several other buildings. There are a wide variety of options for hosting a special event, subject to availability and suitability. Cottonwood House provides additional options, especially for groups seeking to avoid the crowds during peak summer season. Visitor s Reception Centre (VRC) This modern building offers a newly renovated space featuring accessible washrooms, two kitchens, bar, dining hall, mezzanine, studio room, Wi-Fi, and more. The Visitor s Reception Centre is the largest and most flexible venue in Barkerville Historic Town & Park. Barkerville Pavilion This newly constructed multi-purpose space is suitable for a wide variety of special events. The openconcept, timber-framed building offers protection from the elements, but is unheated. Its beautiful architecture makes it an ideal choice for summer weddings and other celebrations. Tregillis Family Estate The history of the Tregillis family in Barkerville spans over 100 years. The estate greenspace offers a sheltered and intimate venue for an outdoor gathering. Wesleyan Methodist Church This reconstructed version of the original 1868 building was built in It features wooden pew seating with a stage area and has hosted a variety of services, performances and special events. St. Saviour s Anglican Church Owned by the Cariboo Anglican Church of Canada, this church was opened was in It features much of its original finishing, including wooden pew seating. It has hosted a variety of services, performances and special events. Its beautiful architecture makes it an ideal choice for weddings and other celebrations. Barkerville School A newly constructed modern school house built in historical fashion. This facility is often used to host meetings and educational functions. It comes equipped with Wi-Fi, a smartboard, a washroom, a kitchen, and a storage room. Masonic Hall The current building, built in 1937, is the third Masonic Hall to have been erected in this spot, after previous constructions burned to the ground in 1868 and in Public access to this privately-owned building is restricted, but the main floor is available to rent for special events. 6

7 Kelly Saloon Constructed in the early 1900 s as a dining room and kitchen addition to the Kelly hotel, this building, which is normally closed to the public, provides an intimate venue for special events. Theatre Royal The largest historical building in the Barkerville Historic Town & Park is available for public bookings. It was constructed as a community hall in 1937, shortly after the original theatre was condemned in It features a ticket office, stage, and theatre seating for up to 220 people. Richfield Courthouse Constructed in 1882, the courthouse is one of the oldest in British Columbia. It is located 1.6 km up the Cariboo Waggon Road from the south end of the Barkerville town site. It can be accessed by foot, bike or horse drawn carriage in the summer season and by snowshoe or snowmobile in the winter season. Forest Rose Picnic Shelter Located 3km east of Barkerville in the Forest Rose Campground, this picnic shelter is ideal for large family gatherings, and includes a covered area with multiple picnic tables, fire pits and room for group camping and RVing. Cottonwood Shelter Building During the spring and summer season, Cottonwood House Historic Site offers a shelter building for private bookings. This unheated activity building includes washrooms, electrical connections, and a stage. Barkerville and Cottonwood open spaces There are several outdoor open spaces that may be used for private special events. In Barkerville, the clearing next to the Chinatown Gates and the open space next to Williams Creek are two possible options. Cottonwood House Historic Site features vast outdoor field spaces with room to roam for a wide range of outdoor activities Other Venue Options near Barkerville Several other larger venues are available in the neighbouring community of Wells, 11km east of Barkerville. This includes the Historic Wells Community Hall, Historic Sunset Theatre, the Jack O Clubs Pub, the Wells-Barkerville Elementary School, the Wells Legion, and the Wells Curling Rink. Contact the District of Wells for more information: 7

8 Venue Rates and Details Name Building Size Sq. ft Ceiling Theatre Board Classroom Dining Reception Stage Features Summer Winter number height seating seating seating seating capacity Rental Rental VRC Grand Room 4 49 x varies n/a W, Wi, WA, H, K $200 $100 VRC Mezzanine 4 15 x n/a n/a n/a n/a W, Wi, H $100 $75 VRC Studio 4 18 x n/a W, Wi, H, K $150 $100 Tregillis Estate 6 36 x61 2,200 n/a 150 n/a n/a n/a WA, O $150 n/a Wesleyan Methodist St. Saviour s Anglican Barkerville School 7 19 x n/a n/a n/a x x x n/a n/a n/a n/a 9 x6 + 2 pews n/a WA, H, FS, S $150 $75 H, FS, S $300 $250 W, Wi, WA, H, K $150 $150 Masonic Hall x n/a 20 n/a n/a W, H, K $200 $200 Kelly Saloon x n/a WA, H $150 $100 Theatre Royal 50 Barkerville Pavilion Richfield Courthouse Forest Rose Shelter Cottonwood Shelter Building Barkerville & Cottonwood open spaces 31 x41 + 1, n/a n/a n/a n/a 22 x19 W, WA, FS, S $300 $200 n/a 70 x30 2, n/a Wi, WA $200 $ x n/a n/a 45 8 x4 W, H, FS, S n/a 23 x Varies n/a n/a n/a n/a WA, FS $150 n/a $75+$10 per RV n/a 30 x x16 W, WA, S $150 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 300 n/a n/a n/a O $150 n/a Features: W: on site washrooms, Wi: WiFi available, WA: wheelchair access, H: heated building, K: kitchen facilities, O: outdoor venue, FS: fixed seating, S: stage n/a

9 Spring, Summer, and Fall Season Food and Beverage During the main season, all food and beverage services at Barkerville are provided by the local independent merchants. Their menus are available upon request. The Barkerville Café does not operate during the spring, summer, and fall season, and catering through the Barkerville Café can only be provided if no other local merchants are available to fulfill your catering request. Wake Up Jake Restaurant Seating capacity: 65. Contact: The Wake-Up Jake Restaurant offers a full menu of old-style favourites including breakfast, lunch and supper as well as children s specials. Goldfield Bakery Contact: or bcirotto@goldcity.net The aroma of their famous sourdough bread fills the air. The bakery offers fresh baking and sandwiche sprepared from scratch right on the premises. The bakery has limited seating capacity but does offers bagged lunches. House Hotel Coffee Saloon Seating capacity: 40. Contact: or samrogers1965@gmail.com Dive into a bowl of their hearty chili, take a swig of foamy old-fashioned root beer, or imbibe in some adult beverages at the saloon in the historic House Hotel. Lung Duck Tong Restaurant Contact: or lungducktongbarkerville@gmail.com The Lung Duck Tong Restaurant is a local favourite and is renowned for its Chinese cooking, impressing guests from around the world for years with fresh, authentic Chinese food. Seating capacity: 65. C. Strouss & Company Dry Goods Contact: or sales@masonanddaly.com Try their of the famous coffee and the miner s lunch, with a cured sausage, cheese, pickle and crackers. Take-out food only. General Store at Cottonwood House Contact: or bar77cwh@gmail.com Hot soup, sandwiches, and other classic lunch favourites are served daily at Cottonwood Historic House 9

10 Winter Season Food and Beverage During the winter season, the Barkerville Café opens to for regular public lunch hours and custom catering needs. Custom catering orders require a minimum group size of 20 people for custom catering orders. Barkerville Café Catering Menu All prices listed per person unless otherwise indicated. All catering served buffet style Beverages Snacks Coffee, tea, decaf $1.95 Chocolate bar $1.50 Hot chocolate $2.50 Potato chips $1.00 Chilled juice or soda $1.95 Granola Bars $2.00 Milk or chocolate milk $2.50 Whole fruit $1.25 Bottled water $1.25 Single serve yoghurt $1.50 Pitcher of iced tea or lemonade (8 servings) $6.50 Carafe of hot chocolate (8 servings) $10.00 Breakfast Continental breakfast buffet $11.95 Cold cereal, berry yoghurt parfait, muffins, hard boiled eggs, fruit plate, fruit juices, coffee, and tea Deluxe continental breakfast $14.95 All items in continental buffet, plus a selection from of either french toast, waffle, or mini cheese omelet AND either bacon, ham, or sausage Lunch Soup with bun and butter $5.95 Shepherd s pie $7.95 Panini $7.95 Baked lasagna $7.95 Baked macaroni and cheese $6.95 Side caesar salad $3.50 Side house salad $2.75 Lunch combo #1 $11.95 Soup and sandwich combo with brownie square. Includes coffee, tea, and iced tea Lunch combo #2 $9.95 Baked macaroni and cheese with spring salad and buttertart square. Includes coffee, tea and iced tea Lunch combo #3 $9.95 Chili with a bun and a piece of chocolate cake. Includes coffee, tea, and iced tea 10

11 Dinner Dinner #1 $22.95 Roast beef Mashed potatoes Buttered garlic green beans Baby carrots Pasta salad Spring salad Chocolate cake Caramel pecan apple crisp Coffee, tea, iced tea Dinner #2 $23.95 Baked glazed ham Mixed vegetables Deluxe scalloped potatoes Mushroom salad Zesty pasta salad Ambrosia salad Dutch apple cake Coffee, tea, iced tea Dinner #3 $24.95 Stuffed pork loin Roasted baby potatoes Mixed vegetables Creamy pasta salad Greek salad Strawberry tarts Black forest delight Coffee, tea, iced tea Reception Basic Appetizer Assortment: choose 3 items from the list below $9.00 Deluxe Appetizer Assortment: choose 5 items from the list below $12.00 Available appetizers: Pinwheels Mini quiche Sausage rolls Cheese and crackers Vegetable kabob Mini spanakopita Cheesecake bites Take Out Specials Boxed Lunch $10.95 Includes sandwich, granola bar, whole fruit, and juice box Campfire kit (serves 6) $10.00 Includes hotdogs and buns, condiments, and marshmallows Alcoholic Beverage Service Host Bar: Recommended when the host provides the reception. You will only be charged for the number of beverages consumed. A one-time licencing fee of $25.00 and a bartender charge of $20.00 an hour (minimum 3 hours) will apply. All prices are subject to tax and gratuities. Cash Bar: Recommended when the guests are to pay for their own beverages. A one-time licencing fee of $25.00 and a bartender charge of $20.00 an hour (minimum 3 hours) will apply. All prices include tax and gratuities. Host Bar Cash Bar Standard Liquor (per oz) Domestic beer House wine

12 Winter season Accommodations Barkerville Cottages Contact: ext. 99 or book online at Constructed in 2017, the Barkerville Cottages are operated by the Barkerville Heritage Trust and available year-round. Located in the overflow parking lot of Barkerville Historic Town, each of the four cottages contains a wheelchair accessible main floor with a queen bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, dining and living room, laundry, mud room, and porch. The upper floor of the cottages contains an additional queen bedroom and a two-twin bedroom with a half bathroom. Bookings for the Barkerville Cottages are scheduled to open December Wells and Quesnel Accommodations The neighbouring town of Wells, located 11 km east of Barkerville, is home to a hotels, a motel, a campground, two RV parks, and a bed & breakfast establishment. In total, there are 33 hotel rooms available in Wells. The District of Wells also operates the Wells School and the Wells Community Hall, which have provided indoor camping accommodations for large groups. The City of Quesnel is located 85 km from Barkerville and offers a wide range of accommodation options. There are 590 hotel rooms available in Quesnel. 12

13 Spring, Summer, and Fall Accommodations Barkerville and Cottonwood Campgrounds Contact: ext 99 or book online at Our campgrounds are operated by the Barkerville Heritage Trust and are available during the regular spring, summer, and fall seasons. Campground bookings can be made online through Barkerville s website. Government Hill Campground Located next to the Barkerville Cemetery, Government Hill has 23 campsites, including 6 bunk cabins, and is within walking distance of historic Barkerville. Features include fire rings, picnic tables, a playground, drinking water, pit toilets, and self-serve firewood. Not suitable for large RVs or long units. Lowhee Campground Located off Highway 26, 2 km east of Barkerville, Lowhee has 87 sites, including two sleeping cabins and 22 sites with 30 amp power. This wheelchair accessible campsite features two playgrounds, drinking water, coin operated showers, flush toilets, and self-serve firewood. Lowhee Campground also features trails and walking paths, including 2 km wheelchair accessible walking and biking path to Barkerville s gates. Forest Rose Campground Located 3 km from Barkerville on Bowron Lake Rd, Forest Rose has 54 campsites, including 32 sites with 30 amp power and a group camping site with a large picnic shelter. This wheelchair accessible campground features a playground, horse paddock rentals, drinking water, coin-operated showers, flush toilets, and self-serve firewood. Pull-through spots are available. Forest Rose Campground also features trails and walking paths, including 3 km walking and biking path to Barkerville s gates. Cottonwood House Campground Campground accommodations at Cottonwood can accommodate up to 57 people in the site s 10 bunk cabins and many more in the RV and tenting sites. Your accommodation includes: Flush toilets and hot showers Heated activity building with a kitchen, tables and benches Outdoor activities and games area Picnic tables and fire pits A shelter building with tables and chairs Wheelchair accessible walking paths along the Cottonwood River 13

14 Barkerville Bed & Breakfast Accommodations Local independent Barkerville merchants provide overnight accommodations in three refurbished heritage buildings during the summer season: the King House, Kelly House, and St George Hotel. King & Kelly Houses Website and online bookings: These cozy B&Bs are decorated in the era in which they were built. Feather beds, down duvets and antique furnishings allow you to take a step back in time, with creature comforts including WiFi, added for your enjoyment. Both houses can be rented in their entirety. The King House has three (3) rooms and sleeps six (6). The Kelly House has three (3) rooms and sleeps eight (8). Both houses include a common room. St. George Hotel Website and online bookings: Located right on the Cariboo Wagon Road where you can watch the comings and goings of Barkerville s main street from the porch. The St. George Hotel is a restored hotel from the 1860s, with some modern, comfortable amenities including free WiFi. Enjoy comfortable, cozy furnishings, breakfast, and good company. The entire hotel can be rented for your family; its seven (7) rooms sleep up to fourteen (14) people. The hotel also offers a common room. Barkerville Cottages Contact: ext. 99 or book online at Constructed in 2017, the Barkerville Cottages are operated by the Barkerville Heritage Trust and available year-round. Located in the overflow parking lot of Barkerville Historic Town, each of the four cottages contains a wheelchair accessible main floor with a queen bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, dining and living room, laundry, mud room, and porch. The upper floor of the cottages contains an additional queen bedroom and a two-twin bedroom with a half bathroom. Bookings for the Barkerville Cottages are scheduled to open December

15 Trip Planning How to Get Here By Vehicle All visitors travel through the City of Quesnel, 80 km to the west of Barkerville. Quesnel is a mediumsized city with many amenities to support your journey. Travelers will also pass through the town of Wells, 10 km west of Barkerville. Wells is a smaller community which offers basic amenities. Ample day parking is provided at Barkerville and Cottonwood free of charge, including space for RVs and busses. Regional Car Rental services include Discount Car & Truck Rentals and Visa Truck Rentals (Quesnel), Enterprise (Prince George), and National Car Rental (Williams Lake) By Bus Greyhound Bus Lines provide daily service out Quesnel to and from various BC communities. Greyhound Bus Lines does not travel to Wells and Barkerville. Public transportation to Wells and Barkerville is provided every Thursday from Quesnel via BC Transit By Plane Central Mountain Air runs daily service to Quesnel. Westjet, Air Canada, and Pacific Coastal Airlines runs daily service to Prince George. Driving distance to Barkerville: From Vancouver: 800 km From Prince George: 200 km Communication Important: There is no cell phone service at Barkerville, Wells, or Cottonwood House. It is recommended that make any important phone calls prior to departing Quesnel. Public phones are available at Barkerville, Wells, and Cottonwood House and public Wi-Fi is available at Barkerville. Arrival Please plan to arrive at the Barkerville Visitor Reception Centre at least 20 minutes prior to your first pre-arranged booking to allow ample time to disembark, check in at the cashier s station, and walk to the location of your booking. Parking Ample day parking is provided at Barkerville and Cottonwood free of charge, including an RV lot for large vehicles. We discourage leaving pets in your vehicles due to our unpredictable weather. Barkerville offers outdoor day-use dog kennels to keep your pet safe while you visit the Barkerville site. These kennels can be booked through the Barkerville Campgrounds website: 15

16 Extras Event Services Telephone Available by request Conference Call Equipment Available by request Photocopying B&W $.15 per page Photocopying colour $.25 per page Decorating and setup assistance $ 65 per hour Flip chart paper, easel and markers $ Reusable dishware (without catering) $ 2.00 per person LCD Projector and screen $ Podium $ Microphone and speakers $ Private horse-drawn carriage ride $ per hour Photography Available by request Wedding cake Available by request Printing press programs, flyers, posters, etc Available by request Post office Standard Canada Post rates apply Special Activities A variety of memorable experiences are available from our local independent merchants throughout the spring, summer, and fall seasons. Please plan to arrive 5-10 minutes early for your pre-arranged bookings. Gold Panning Strike it rich as you learn hands-on to pan for gold Stage Coach Ride All aboard Barnard s Express horse-drawn stage coach Theatre Royal Catch a full performance of a regularly scheduled show Period Costumes half day Dress up in Victorian garment for up to four hours Period Costumes full day Dress up in Victorian garment for the entire day Period Portrait Photo Have your portrait taken in period costume and setting Location Run time Adult Rate El Dorado 20 min. $8.50 Map #5 Barnard s Express 20 min. $8.00 Map #86 Theatre Royal 60 min. $12.95 Map #13 Pioneer Clothing 4 hours F: $24.95 Map #40 M: $29.95 Pioneer Clothing 8 hours F: $34.95 Map #40 M: $39.95 Louis A. Blanc 20 min. Ask for price Map #36 list 16

17 Custom Interpretation Packages Barkerville is home to several colourful and knowledgeable interpreters who might love an invitation to join your special event. We can provide town tours, live music, theatre performances, or workshops on gold panning, blacksmithing, pioneer cooking and more. Custom packages are available upon request. Step on Tour An historical tour guide will hop on your tour bus in Quesnel and provide a presentation on the way to Barkerville Private Stage Coach Ride Book a carriage for your private use around town Private Blacksmith Lesson A hands-on private lesson in our blacksmith shop for up to three people Private Printing Press Lesson A hands-on private lesson in our printing press shop for up to three people Visit from Queen Victoria Play host to historic royalty with a visit and presentation from Queen Victoria Custom Interpreter Have an experienced historical actor come and support your event with performance, presentation, and interaction. Run time Rate 60 min. $8.50 Minimum 1 $250 per hour hour 120 min. $ min. $ min. $200 Minimum 2 hours $100 per hour Gifts and Retail Barkerville lapel pin $ 2.00 Historic greeting card $ 2.00 Traveller s Guide to the Buildings of Barkerville $ 5.00 Gold dust pen $ oz Barkerville mug or jar $ oz Barkerville mug or jar $ 9.95 Barkerville Canvas Tote $ I (heart) Barkerville t-shirt $

18 Winter Activities Beginning of snow season to end of snow season (November 2017 April 2018) Site hours Monday through Friday: Tube Run: Closed to the public but available for private bookings Barkerville Café and Ice Rink: 10:00am 2:00pm Site hours on Saturday, Sunday, and Statutory Holidays: Tube Run: 10:00am 4:00pm Barkerville Café and Ice Rink: 10:00am 5:00pm *special openings planned for the week between Christmas and New Years and for the week of Spring Break Barkerville Historic Town & Park launched its first winter recreation season program in 2016 with the opening of the Barkerville Café, the Shamrock Tube Run, the Barkerville Pavilion Ice Rink, and snowshoe, ice skate, and kick sled rentals. The winter season at Barkerville offers visitors the benefit of a wide range of activities and spectacular winter landscape settings. Winter in Barkerville virtually guarantees snow. During the winter season, admission to Barkerville is free for all visitors. The availability of all winter activities is subject to weather conditions. Winter Activities Regular Rates Adult Youth (18 and under) Tube Run Day Pass $ 12 $ 10 Showshoes $ 10 $ 5 Kick sleds $ 10 $ 5 Ice skates $ 5 $ 2 Winter Activities Group Rates Basic Tube Run Package Up to 15 day passes* for the tube run and table and chair set up around the bonfire Campfire Special Basic Run Package plus 24 hotdogs for roasting with roasting sticks, buns, condiments, roasted sticks, marshmallows, hot chocolate, cups and napkins Full Access Recreation Pass Includes ice skate, snowshoe, and kick sled rental for your group Private party space rental in the Visitors Reception Centre Studio Set ups games and activities in your own private space with washrooms and a kitchen Private Tube Run Booking outside of regular operating hours Coming on a weekday? Book a private opening for up to 50 people for 4 hours of tubing *Additional day passes can be purchased for $8.50 each $ $ $50.00 $75.00 $

19 General Information Contract The function contract is your guarantee of Barkerville s services and prices. Barkerville Historic Town & Park must receive a signed copy of the contract and billing information before the booking is considered definite. An initial 25% deposit of the event cost is due fourteen (14) days after booking the event. An additional 25% deposit is due three (3) months prior to the event. These deposits will be credited towards your final bill. All functions must submit final guarantee and payment seven (7) business days prior to the function. Should no guarantee be received, Barkerville Historic Town & Park will prepare and charge for the original number quoted. You will be billed for the guaranteed number or actual attendance, whichever is greater. Barkerville Historic Town & Park reserves the right to assign comparable space for the size of the group with or without notice. Changes and Cancellations All deposits will be refunded if a confirmed event is cancelled more than three (3) months prior to its date. Cancellation of a confirmed event less than three (3) months prior to its date will result in the loss of the deposit. Cancellation of a confirmed event after final payment deadline (seven business days prior to its date) will result in a cancellation penalty equal to 100% of the event cancellation. Menu Selection from the Barkerville Café For optimal service, you should to submit your menu selections and final event details thirty (30) days prior to the event date. All food and beverage services are subject to applicable taxes and gratuities. Prices are subject to change without notice; however, we will guarantee prices three (3) months prior to the event. Special menu requests for vegetarian, vegan or health related meals must be received no later than seven (7) business days prior to the function. Requests for special meals must be accompanied by the person s name and specific instructions. Barkerville Café will try to accommodate persons with food allergies, but cannot guarantee that meals will be one hundred percent (100%) free from traces of allergens Site Rules & Guidelines Alcohol is prohibited outside of licenced areas No smoking or vaping permitted anywhere in the heritage zones except for the parking lot or designated smoking areas No open flame or fireworks permitted in the heritage zones No use of tacks, nails or adhesive tape allowed in the heritage zones No alterations of site structure or artifacts allowed No confetti, sparkles, or rice throwing allowed. Barkerville Heritage Trust is not liable for any losses incurred during your rental. Customers are responsible for the conduct of their guests. Any damage to property, structures, artifacts or equipment because of a special event will be charged to the contract holder 19

20 Pets For the safety of our visitors and site animals, no pets are permitted within the Barkerville town site. Certified service dogs are permitted with prior notification. Day use dog kennels are available next to the Barkerville Administration and can be booked through our Campground Reservation System. Horse paddocks are available are at the Forest Rose Campground. At Cottonwood House, pets on a leash are welcome near the cabins and camp area, but they must remain outside of the heritage zone. Owners are responsible for all activities of pets. Weather Nestled in a high mountain valley, Barkerville tends to have cool temperatures and a regular mix of rain and sunshine. During the summer season, daytime temperatures ranging from 5 C/40 F to 25 C/78 F. Warm, light coats, rain gear and mosquito repellent are an important part of the summer season. In the winter season, snowy conditions prevail with daytime temperatures ranging from a mild 0 C/32 F to a -35 C/-30 F. It is not unusual for the annual snowfalls in Barkerville to reach 6m/20ft, with snow banks hanging around until May. Come prepared with appropriate clothing, gear and tires for your vehicle. Expect heavy snowfall. The Barkerville Weather webcam is located near Barkerville Historic Town. The camera points east to Mt. Murray, towards Bowron Lake park. A new picture uploads every 5 minutes, 24/7 year around: 20