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Weekend Getaway in Alberta

11-Jul-2022

Kaskapite Sakigan, or Smoky Lake, in Cree was named for the mists
that often obscure the opposite shore. Just an hour and a half east of Edmonton, Smoky Lake,
Alberta makes for a great weekend getaway and escape from the city.

Ross Lake : A Guest Blog By Rylann McCarthy

15-Jun-2021

Ross Lake: Whitney Lakes Provincial Park Whether you are looking to dip your paddle in the water or get down to earth with the stunning hiking trails and views, Whitney lakes Provincial Park contains an escape like no other. Ross lake is no exception to the beauty that can be found in our local Lakeland, and was…

Elk Point: A Guest Blog By Ryan Stinn

15-May-2021

Welcome to the land of Elk Point, a charming small town with a lovely variety of shopping and nature to behold. This town is a great stop by when travelling out east to Fort George, WhitneyLakes, Cold Lake, or Lloydminster. Here you will enjoy high quality food, history, and little known natural treasures.Let’s start off…

Hiking with Kids | 7 Tips for a Smooth Trail Adventure

04-Feb-2020

Alberta is home to thousands of people who love to be outdoors. There is no shortage of amazing outdoor sports, activities and events in the province. One of the most popular activities is hiking. In regions like Alberta’s Lakeland, there are thousands of kilometres of beautiful trails to hike and explore. Many of these trails…

Fishing With Kids

11-Jul-2019

I grew up in Lac La Biche, with a playground of approximately 150 lakes in the area. As a family, we spent many hours and days out fishing on the boat or from shore. Now that I have a family of my own, one of the most rewarding parts about taking my kids out on…

Discover Alberta Golf Courses in The Lakeland: The Golfers’ Guide

06-May-2019

Fresh green grass, undiscovered courses, the thrill of improving your stroke with each game — there are countless reasons to love golf. And for those golf-enthusiasts out there, the warm spring and summer months signal the return of your favourite hobby to the Lakeland. Golf has a long history in the Lakeland. In fact, it was…

Astronomical Events To See in Alberta in 2019

12-Jan-2019

The Lakeland offers resident and visitors so many opportunities for indoor and outdoor adventure that sometimes people forget to look up at one of our most scenic wonders. No, really. With a minimum of light pollution, flat terrain, and an enormous sky overhead, The Lakeland offers some of Alberta’s most spectacular stargazing. Here is a…

The Top Rated Snowmobile Trails in Alberta in 2019

04-Dec-2018

What does nirvana look like to you? If it includes lush swathes of pristine wilderness, loads of powdery snow, and top-notch snowmobile trails, then heaven is a place on Earth. Alberta’s Lakeland region, to get more precise. What’s so great about Lakeland? Hundreds of kilometres of excellent snowmobile terrain, for starters. Here’s a breakdown of…

Alberta Wildlife – How to Handle Bear Encounters

09-Aug-2018

Alberta is home to all sorts of beautiful national parks filled with gorgeous and majestic wildlife. Backpackers, hikers, and tourists have the opportunity to visit Alberta’s parks to see nature up close and personal. However, Alberta is home to many bears which can potentially pose a threat. Before heading out for that hike, make sure…

The Most Unique Bird Species in Alberta’s Lakeland

05-Jul-2018

There are more than 250 species of birds in the Lakeland area making it one of the best places in North America to go birding and view unique bird species. If you’re thinking about making a trip up, now is the time! Check out our guide on interesting bird watching in Lakeland, Alberta. Great Blue…

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