Friends of Vernon Beaches was created to promote the use and quality of beaches in and near Vernon, BC. We live in one of the most beautiful cities in British Columbia with several large beaches and dozens of little hidden public access beaches dotted along its shores. With an increasing population, more is needed to ensure that the recreation needs of Vernonites and tourists are met. In some cases, advocacy is needed to ensure access to beaches is not sacrificed for lesser concerns.

President: James Love, B. Comm, M. Div.

James runs a dot-com highway tourism business from his home in Vernon BC. He is a former Methodist pastor and often visits Kal Beach with his wife and son. As founder of "Friends of Vernon Beaches", he hopes to ensure better access to Vernon beaches by all citizens. He believes that "good cities just don't happen, people have to make it happen." His favour beach is Cosens Bay Beach.

Vice-President: Bill Dunsmore

Bill is a retired air traffic control instructor. He is active with the The Okanagan Landing & District Community Association and has been a great help in supporting paddle wheel park beach.