Chetwynd

Among the cities of British Columbia, Chetwynd stands out for its public collection of large-scale chainsaw carvings. Set in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in the Peace River Country, the town lies beside the Pine River and along Highway 97, a principal northern route. Since 2005, Chetwynd has hosted an annual international chainsaw carving competition; works created during the event remain installed around the community, giving its streets a distinctly sculptural character. The town developed as a transport and service centre during construction of the Alaska Highway in the Second World War and was named for provincial politician Ralph L. T. Chetwynd. Explore nearby webcam locations that provide complementary perspectives on Chetwynd and the Peace River Country.

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