There have been many reported sightings of the Ogopogo ('N’ha-a-tik' in Syilx) in Okanagan Lake but did you know that in 1956 a group of 25-30 American tourists claimed to have seen the Ogopogo in Kalamalka Lake?
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| (An image purportedly showing Ogopogo in Okanagan Lake - Photo Credit: Penticton Herald Article) |
In an almost facetious sounding newspaper report the Mayor at the time reported it to his City Council. He,
“… told aldermen at a city council meeting here that the legendary landlocked sea serpent has returned to Kalamalka lake.”
The article also suggested that it probably came to Kalamalaka through the creek that ran through Polson Park!
(Source: Nanaimo Daily Free Press June 20, 1956, p.3)
From the booklet: "Kalamalka: A History"
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