Wildsight Kimberley/Cranbrook is very thankful to the organizations and community volunteers who helped with the realization of all the recent Open Gate Garden upgrades.

As is now evident when driving down Rotary Drive in Kimberley, there is a path from the Kimberley Aquatic Centre to the Open Gate Garden and a brand new gazebo that would not have been possible without grant funds and community strength.

The new pathway increases the opportunity for users of all ages and abilities, including those with mobility restrictions, to access the Open Gate Garden. The new gazebo enhances the garden by providing an outdoor shelter that can act as a hub for gardening knowledge transfer such as workshops or even as a quick way to duck away from a sudden rain shower.

“I am moved by the generosity of everyone involved and would like to extend a special thanks to (Resorts of the Canadian Rockies) RCR for making their bobcat available for the trail construction, and Dave Check, who volunteered numerous hours of his time as the tenacious bobcat operator. We are also extremely grateful for Tyee Log and Timber (pictured above) and the volunteer hours Rob Wheeler and his crew put in to build the gazebo. And lastly special thanks must be mentioned for Paula Gordon who aided in staining the lumber in addition to her countless volunteer hours in the garden, and the hard working volunteers that came out on trail construction day to lend a hand,” stated Dirk de Geus, Food Sustainability Coordinator for Wildsight Kimberley/Cranbrook.

The concept of the Open Gate Garden is a unique story, as it is truly a free edible gardening space for the community to grow, harvest, and learn together. Everyone and anyone is encouraged to make use of it, and continue its growth into the years to come.

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