Gold is history for tour guide Joy Stepan. Her great-grandfather mined gold in the 19th century gold rush in Australia and struck success near Grenfell in New South Wales.

Born and raised in Australia, Joy now lives near the enchanting historical gold rush town of Barkerville, British Columbia, Canada. She shares her prospecting and mining experiences with visitors looking for a unique outdoor adventure. Joy has her own gold claims around Quesnel and Barkerville and guides guests into mystical gold rush country. She offers adventure package tours which include Barkerville, ghost towns, underground gold mine, wildlife viewing, canoeing, hiking and horseback riding. During winter she offers a shuttle bus service to a back country winter wonderland. Enjoy skiing, both down hill and cross country, as well as snowmobile tours.

Joy tailors tour packages to suit budgets, time and interests. She offers a meet 'n greet service at accommodation and arrival points in the Quesnel area.

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