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Hwy #5 North, on the Eastern slope of Riding Mountain,
​the land of the glorious
Mid Summer Sun & Aurora Boréalis.

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​A tiny village with big ideas!



When you come across this beautiful Barn,
​you are in Kelwood!

"Barns are the cathedrals of the Midwest
plain on the outside, but inside a vast, beautiful space built to shelter what matters."
​- Garrison Keillor

The Barn after the storm at Sunset, in Kelwood Manitoba which hosts a phenomenal Kelwood Ag Fair, Harvest Sun Music Festival and a great Volunteer Fire Fighters Fundraiser and so much more check out Royal Canadian Kelwood Legion#50, we are off Hwy#5 North Eastside of Riding Mountain. Photo Credit Glenn D. Axford.
Photo Credit Glenn D. Axford

The idea for this Barn originated
from one couple and a collaboration
was formed with 24 community members.
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Mo Buck foraging in the Kelwood forest on the Eastside of Riding Mountain, Manitoba. Photo credit Glenn D. Axford.
Kelwood Girl going for a drive down a country road Eastside of Riding Mountain Manitoba. Photo credit Glenn Axford.
Mountain Forest Meets Kelwood Plains Manitoba. The Barn after the storm at Sunset, in Kelwood Manitoba which hosts a phenomenal Kelwood Ag Fair, Harvest Sun Music Festival and a great Volunteer Fire Fighters Fundraiser and so much more check out Royal Canadian Kelwood Legion#50, we are off Hwy#5 North Eastside of Riding Mountain. Photo Credit Glenn D. Axford Photography.

CLICK ON THE POSTERS  FOR DETAILS!

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Fundraising Contact:
[email protected]
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HARVEST SUN
​MUSIC FEST

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Pick Up Your Tickets For
HARVEST SUN MUSIC FEST
at The BARN COUNTRY STORE
or
​Click Here
to Purchase
​YOUR
​Tickets Online
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KELWOOD'S
AGRICULTURAL FAIR
​AUGUST 8

STAY TUNED FOR MORE EVENTS
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​Anne Poschadel's
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CAFÉ 37
RESTAURANT


​​​In Downtown Kelwood
phone
​#204-967-2007

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CAFÉ 37

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​​OPEN


FRIDAY & SATURDAY
HOURS
9 AM - 7 PM

BREAKFAST
9 AM - 2 PM Firm​
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OPEN until 7 PM
​for

LUNCH
&
​ SUPPER

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​1st & 3rd
​ SUNDAY
of the
​MONTH

​
​HOURS
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NOON - 2 PM

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For Specials check:
IG 
CAFÉ 37_Kelwood


EVERY
LONG WKND
&
​HOLIDAY
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FRIDAY
& SATURDAY

​​HOURS
9 AM - 7 PM


BREAKFAST
9 AM - 2 PM Firm
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OPEN until 7 PM
​for

LUNCH
&
SUPPER
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HOLIDAY​

LONG WKND
SUNDAY

HOURS
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NOON - 2 PM​
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MONDAY
​LONG WKND
HOURS

​10 AM - 4 PM​
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Come on in for a warm meal and home style cooking!

* CAFÉ 37 is not only a restaurant, they have a great little  gift shop where you can browse the shop while waiting to be served, you just might find something unique.
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​*A gift a game or puzzle, a small kitchen knick knack or a very handy appliance, from music to ambiance they just may surprise you.



BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT

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TEN LAIRS
​DEEP

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​CALL:
​204-967-2058
For more information
​go to
TenLairsDeep.COM

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Hours / days subject to change
* IG: oldschoolmarketkelwood
​or FB: Old School Market
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RASA BOTANICAL

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Now available at
The BARN & COUNTRY
STORE
​IN KELWOOD
We Have a Range of Ghee,
Ghee Infusions,
Digestive Products, Oils, Salves
​and More…

GO TO:
RasaHolistic.ca

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​​Check Out Our
BUSINESSES

Directory Page
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​The most viewed page other than HOME!

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This website is a contribution and a devotion to the farming communities and beyond.
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Ce site Web est un contribution et un dévouement aux communautés agricoles et
​au-delà.
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​STORE​
​OPEN
SUMMER HOURS
​​Tuesday
8 AM - 7 PM
Wednesday - Sunday

8 AM - 8 PM​


*​Closed Mondays
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​​CALL : ​204-967-2600
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RESTAURANT

OPEN​
​SUMMER HOURS
​​Tuesday
8 AM - 2 PM
Wednesday - Sunday

8 AM - 8 PM​

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​​*Closed Mondays
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​Webmaster Caveat :
The BARN COUNTRY STORE, CAFÉ and GAS
Date and time may vary and are subject
to change without notice.
​Go to their FB page for updated details.

* There are few places ​where you'll
find fuel, music, snacks, gifts along with ​
food with locally raised meat!
* Pick Up Your HARVEST SUN FEST Tickets Here!
* Pick Up a ​Scavenger Hunt Sheet for ​The BARN QUILTS here at The BARN COUNTRY STORE!

COME AND CHECK IT OUT

Kelwood's Store & Restaurants, Majestic Trees,
 Dead Ox Trails,
&
Spectacular Views of Starry Skies From Sunsets to Sunrises!
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Be Sure to Add Kelwood's ​Events & Annual Summer Celebrations
to Your Plans of 2026
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PARKLAND
PERMA​CULTURE's
MONTHLY EVENT


With

TIM ENGBRECHT
​
on the FIRST MONDAY
​of EVERY MONTH
in Kelwood
Contact information:
​
[email protected]
​CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON PERMACULTURE
Parkland Permaculture Global
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LEGION National Headquarters Announcement! - FREE membership
to all new members who join in 2026!
For more information scroll to the bottom of the LEGION section
​below the picture galery.

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A PLACE TO CELEBRATE IMPORTANT MOMENTS
​​Most photos are published and sponsored 
​by Glenn Douglas Axford

KEEP SCROLLING

This website is supported by ​the locals listed at the bottom of this page!

The ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION
Branch No. 50, KELWOOD


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​Check out whats going on
from

​Thursday - Saturday nights at the
​LEGION!

FOR INFORMATION WITH
CHASE THE ACE
ON SATURDAY NIGHTS
CHECK OUT
FB: Kelwood Legion #50
​or

CALL: 204-967-2424​
PORTEOUS FAMILY BAND!
​Every Thursday @ 7 pm
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​Don't miss a beat
Legion Hours​
Open T
​​hursday 4 PM - 8 PM
Open Friday 4 PM - 10 PM
Open Saturday 4 PM - 10 PM
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To book, schedule
and add your regional
​ Kelwood Community LEGION No. 50 Event Contact:
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kelwoodlegion50​@gmail.com

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​​In Downtown Kelwood
"New Spirit, Timeless Tradition:
Uniting Community with
Great Entertainment at
the Legion!"
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FREE membership to all new members who join in 2026!

The ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION IS ​EXCITED

as it kicked off its 100th anniversary by offering free membership to all new members who join in 2026.
They will become part of the great legacy of an organization whose chief mission revolves around serving Veterans and their families.
“We are so proud of this organization and its members and thrilled at the prospect of welcoming new members from all parts of Canada to our ranks during our centenary year, many of whom we hope will be with us for a long time to come,” says Berkley Lawrence, Dominion President.
“Among them, will be great volunteers, fresh ideas, and all of them will truly strengthen our dedicated and growing membership of over 270,000 people.”

Throughout the year, the Legion will hold special events at the national, provincial, and local levels, and will announce new projects that will mark its entry into the next century.

The Legion’s official anniversary on July 17, 2026, will also be highlighted with events in Ottawa and across the country.
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To read more: https://www.legion.ca/.../centenary-anniversary-the-royal...


DEAD OX TRAIL - BLAZERS

Is also at the LEGION
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Rain Or Shine
It's
SUMMER!

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Still curious?​
Continue scrolling down
to the
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DEAD OX TRAILBLAZERS
section f
or more information
​regarding

​MOUNTAIN BIKING and HIKING.
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​​For Trail & Grooming Information
Go To:
 facebook.com/bikedeadox
​Check the link for freshly groomed trails around the adjacent campground and old railway bed.
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Kelwood.ca website banner a multi layer of colours which is a great depiction of the setting for Kelwood, Manitoba. Credit Glenn D. Axford.


Be Sure To Visit
​KELWOODS

- HARVEST SUN MUSIC FESTIVAL
-BOOM CHUCK CLUB
​- OLD TIME MUSIC CAMP
- ARBORETUM GARDEN
- The ELEANORE ROSE OUTDOOR QUILT SHOW
​&

- BARN QUILTS

Meet The Umbrella!
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​The Harvest Sun Music & Art Society

Founded in 2005, originally called The Kelwood Improvement Society (after the Avonlea Improvement Society in the Anne of Green Gables books), the organization became a registered charity in 2009. The name was changed in 2013 to the Harvest Sun Music & Art Society, but the mandate of supporting our agriculturally based community by bolstering culture, providing quality arts, education, and entertainment, remained the same. Currently, the society is the umbrella organization for the music festival, the arboretum garden, the outdoor quilt show, the barn quilts and
Boom Chuck Club & Boom Chuck ​Old Time Music Camp.

HARVEST SUN MUSIC FEST

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Photos Courtesy Glenn D. Axford
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Held the third weekend in August, the Harvest Sun Music Fest is a grass roots prairie music festival, dedicated to showcasing Manitoba musicians, growers and makers, and supporting the agricultural community it calls home. We work hard at providing something for everyone from the very young to the very young at heart.
www.harvestsunmusicfest.com

BOOM CHUCK CLUB
​&
BOOM CHUCK OLD TIME MUSIC CAMP

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​KELWOOD ARBORETUM GARDEN

Kelwood.ca As you walk through the Kelwood Arboretum, you will see the beautiful display of flowers, trees and plants. Thank you to Grant & Kathy Levandoski and all their work, in designing and arranging this magnificent garden.
Photos Courtesy Grant & Kathy Levandoski
Kelwood.ca As you walk through the Kelwood Arboretum, you will see the beautiful display of flowers, trees and plants. Thank you to Grant & Kathy Levandoski and all their work, in designing and arranging this magnificent garden.
Kelwood.ca As you walk through the Kelwood Arboretum, you will see the beautiful display of flowers, trees and plants. Thank you to Grant & Kathy Levandoski and all their work, in designing and arranging this magnificent garden.
Once a derelict area, the Kelwood Arboretum Garden (land belongs to the RM of Rosedale) now offers a peaceful pause and an inspirational oasis for those who want to sit and breathe, for those that drive by slowly take in the ever changing colour, and for those who stroll through on their way to somewhere else.
The garden also provides a home for the Eleanore Rose Outdoor Quilt Show and a lovely spot for community gatherings, weddings and family photos.
In 2026 the installation for the permanent quilt structures will be set in motion, With preparations for the Eleanor Rose Outdoor Quilt Show in the Arboretum Garden.
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As always, looking forward.

The ELEANORE ROSE OUTDOOR QUILT SHOW

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Photos Courtesy Glenn D. Axford
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A vibrant exhibition, and a gathering of Manitoba’s quilt guilds, held annually in the Kelwood Arboretum and Garden, The Eleanor Rose Outdoor Quilt Show celebrates the ancient art of quilting and the passion and enthusiasm of today’s quilters.
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www.eleanorroseoutdoorquiltshow.com

BARN QUILTS

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These placards of BARN QUILTS were made and placed by Kelwood's artist in residence Kathy Levandoski. The location of each individual placard was done with thoughtful and strategic planning. Placing each of the BARN QUILTS on the outside of buildings throughout the village of Kelwood which became somewhat of an outdoor scavenger hunt. *You can pick up a Kathy Levandoski's BARN QUILTS Scavenger Hunt sheet at The BARN COUNTRY STORE.


Thank You, For Serving The Greater Region!
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Thank You!
​Connie Dafoe
​Owner of

​THE FARMER'S DAUGHTER
​
restaurant

For your 6 years of fabulous
food and service to the community and neighbouring
villages.

We wish you all the best.
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Thank You!
​Tomah Axford
​
Proprietor of

​
​
​the MTN. GENERAL
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​For your personal 
service, 
and for your 6 years
of great courtesy
!
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​We wish you all the best
in your future endeavours.

DEAD OX TRAIL - BLAZERS

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Come see our Northern Escarpment
This Summer of
 2026​!

CROSS COUNTRY SKIING, MOUNTAIN BIKING and HIKING
*Before you head out for your trek, check the weather & forecast and dress accordingly.
​*Note: (XC) Cross Country Skiing trails are for Cross Country Skiing.
​

​*Flat trails are trails especially groomed for:
Walking, Hiking, Mountain 
Biking, Fat Biking and Snowshoeing.
​Thank You!

ALWAYS BE PREPARED BEFORE YOU GO ON A HIKE!

Backpack
must haves
Have water or something to drink, eat and to snack on hand.
&​

Good footwear appropriate for cold and wet weather, a walking stick, hat, bandanna, jacket, fleece.
Extras: hand warmers and foot warmers.
(IN SUMMER ADD: rain gear, mosquito repellent and again good footwear appropriate for hiking and walking.)
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Please Note: Not all trails are the same.

PLAN YOUR TRIP
​

​LOWER BALD HILL
GORGE CREEK TRAIL
& OAKRIDGE
​
​​ GO TO:
​deadoxtrailblazers.com
facebook.com/bikedeadox
​
FIND THE TRAIL MOST SUITED FOR YOU!
​
Note: Not all trails are the same.

​DO NOT FEED WILDLIFE!
Click here for more information.



Get the air into those lungs and oxygen to the brain!

​Plan a Forest walk, Plant walk or just walk
​the trails of
​RIDING MOUNTAIN
NATIONAL PARK
During Winter, Spring
Summer & Fall


 Check out the FB link for trail grooming updates.

Click here for more information.


The headquarters for the DEAD OX TRAILBLAZERS
is located on the lower
level of the
​The Royal Canadian Legion
​Branch No.50, Kelwood
​Manitoba Natural Resources and Indigenous Futures (Click here for more information)
Wilderness Interactions When visiting wilderness areas in Manitoba, whether for work or for pleasure, please remember that you are a visitor to the home of Manitoba’s wildlife.  Be Wildlife Smart to keep the “wild” in our wildlife, and to increase the likelihood of a positive wilderness experience for you and for others that will follow in your footsteps.
OUTDOOR EXPLORATIONS
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Where is Kelwood, well take it from a Frog, it's just a hop, skip and a jump from Riding Mountain to the plains. In Nature from a Manitoban Naturalist.
Audobon Picture  of an Orange Oriole, seen in Kelwood Manitoba.

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DEAD OX TRAIL - BLAZERS

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CROSS COUNTRY SKIING, MOUNTAIN BIKING and HIKING

Come see our
"Northern Escarpment"

What are "flat trails"?
Flat trails are trails especially groomed for walking, hiking, mountain biking
and snowshoeing.


Note: XC skiing trails are for
​cross country skiing.
​Thanks!
ALWAYS BE PREPARED BEFORE YOU GO ON A HIKE!

Dead Ox Trailblazers is a NFP
organisation formed by mountain bikers in 2014 that amalgamated with
the McCreary Ski & Outdoor Club.


​At Dead Ox Trailblazers
we encourage outdoor activities for life, Including xc skiing, mountain biking, hiking and
snowshoeing.

Thank you to all, who will be packing and grooming the trails this winter.
​Stay safe and stay warm through
​2025 & 2026 
​!
These trails are for you to enjoy, so take careful attention and heed warnings and guidelines
posted on DEAD OX TRAILBLAZERS FaceBook Page
to optimize the use of the trails,
For more details:
Click Here
to ​Travel Manitoba's link to ParksCanada.ca
les état sentiers/trail conditions

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HAVE A GOOD TIME!

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We strongly recommend joining guided tours led by experienced professionals who know the animals’ behaviors and habitats, ensuring a safe and respectful experience.

Travel Manitoba (Do a search for more information)
https://parks.canada.ca/pn-np/mb/riding/visit/activ4/etat-sentiers-trail-conditions

For detailed guidelines, visit:
​Manitoba Natural Resources and Indigenous Futures (Click here for more information)

​
"The Practical Realist"
​
People who farm, garden & grow, who are realists objectively assess situations based on facts and truth, such as weather, soil and water, while prioritizing actionable solutions that effectively address real-world challenges for growth and productivity.

​A realist focuses on perceiving and accepting the world as it objectively exists
emp
hasizing truth and facts.
​
Someone combining realist and pragmatist traits can be described as a practical realist.

The BARN

We'll show you what's waiting for you including the general store, the restaurant, outdoors and more!
Plus we'll share the story of how this barn came to be and ​how many people are looking forward to your visit. - Bill
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Big thank you to Travels with Bill for featuring us on his YouTube channel. He has such an excellent focus on all things local, for both Manitoba and Saskatchewan. Bill has a vision of giving the rural prairies the recognition it deserves. Something Bill shares with all of us. See you soon!

CELEBRATE LIFE!
​
HAVE AN OUTDOOR ADVENTURE

with
The BIG SKY COUNTRY
​ON THE
EAST SIDE OF RIDING MOUNTAIN.

Nestled next to a small yet majestic mountain view, Kelwood is ​your gateway to a well deserved escape.​ Kelwood invites you to slow down and savour the charm of small village life. 
Join the community and visit the Events Page for Kelwood's
​popular summer Events.
​
Just a breezy 20-minute drive 
​North of Neepawa on Hwy #5N, toward Riding Mountains East Gate.
​Discover Local Fare in
Downtown Kelwood
& ​in the Barn
In Downtown Kelwood

Anne Poschadel's
​
restaurant
​

CAFÉ 37


Savour the heartwarming
homestyle cooking!
​

The BARN COUNTRY STORE
Café, Gas,
 Music
&
Local Wares!


Fun, food and refreshing drinks!

​The ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION
Branch No. 50, KELWOOD

Another brilliant way to sit back, grab a bite
​and order a refreshing drink.


LEGION
​Hours​
Open Thursday 4 PM - 8 PM
Open Friday 4 PM - 10 PM
Open Saturday 4 PM - 10 PM
​

IG: @kelwoodlegion50
FB: Kelwood Legion #50
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It's not just about satisfying cravings.
In Kelwood it is more than a stop
it's a journey!

From the warm hospitality to the stunning mountain backdrop, every moment here feels like a treasure waiting to be discovered.

*Check Out Our
SUMMER CELEBRATIONS
*OLD SCHOOL MARKET
*FIRE FIGHTERS FUNDRAISER
​AG FAIR
*HARVEST SUN MUSIC FESTIVAL
AND OTHER ​EVENTS


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ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS
ON THE
​KELWOOD.CA WEBSITE

Support this website and add your name to
​the list of locals at the bottom of this page.


Leave a comment below and we will be happy to contact you.​
Also,
Check out the BUSINESSES page
The most viewed page here at KELWOOD.CA other than HOME!

Kelwood.ca, credit Glenn D. Axford.
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This website is my contribution and devotion to the farming communities and beyond. - Marjolaine Forest
Ce site Web est ma contribution et dévouement aux communautés agricoles et au-delà. - Marjolaine Forest


The Kelwood.ca web site is supported by the
​​following community members & businesses.


​CAFÉ 37
​- Anne Poschadel


CHRIS WINTHROP ENTERPRISES
- Chris Winthrop

THE Small shop
- Jasper 

AT THE OLD SCHOOL GROUNDS
- David Koszman

WIDE OPEN CONTRACTING
- Kevin Boxall

REDNECK FABRICATION
&
​BURTON HAULING

- Robert aka Bobby Burton

IN THE LIGHT PHOTOGRAPHY
-  Glenn Axford

​See advertisements with contact information
​on the "Businesses" page.
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