Origins in the Valley

S1, E1: Retired broadcaster and history enthusiast Jeff Hutcheson begins his journey in Invermere, British Columbia, using golf as a lens to examine community, land use, and regional change. At Spur Valley Golf Course, once a Christmas tree farm, we explore how vision and persistence turned a patch of rural land into a beloved 9-hole course. In Radium Hot Springs, renowned Canadian architect Les Furber reflects on the process and philosophy behind designing Radium Springs Golf Course. Through personal accounts and visual documentation, the episode uncovers how these courses reflect local culture, resilience, and a deep connection to landscape.