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ICYMI: Savour the Sweet Scoop at Swirl’s Ice Cream in Medicine Hat

Posted on August 6, 2025

When the summer sun is shining and you’re craving something cool, there’s only one place in Medicine Hat that does it right every time—Swirl’s Ice… Read More »

The Day the Mountain Fell: Why You Need to See Alberta’s Frank Slide for Yourself

Posted on August 5, 2025

The Frank Slide remains one of the most sobering and fascinating chapters in Canadian history. This rockslide reshaped the physical landscape of Turtle Mountain and… Read More »

ICYMI: You Can’t Miss This Short And Sweet Hike To A Gorgeous Lake Near Banff

Posted on August 4, 2025

If you’re looking for an ideal hike in Banff National Park to cap off your season, we’ve got just the thing. It’s got all the… Read More »

ICYMI:This Scenic Alberta Day Hike Takes You Across the U.S. Border

Posted on August 2, 2025

Tucked away in Southern Alberta in Waterton Lakes National Park lies a special international boundary. This pristine body of water not only boasts a beautiful… Read More »

You’ve Seen the Townsite—Now Explore Cameron Lake, Waterton’s Quiet Gem

Posted on August 1, 2025

In Waterton Lakes National Park near the Alberta-British Columbia border, Cameron Lake is an alpine gem waiting to be explored. With its glistening turquoise waters,… Read More »

Saskatchewan’s Not All Flat! Explore the Unexpected Heights of Cypress Hills

Posted on July 31, 2025

Imagine a place where rolling hills meet dense forests, where sunsets paint the sky, and where adventure is around every corner! This place exists at… Read More »

ICYMI: Sulphur Mountain Cosmic Ray Station

Posted on July 30, 2025

Located outside the town of Banff is the Sulphur Mountain Cosmic Ray Station. This heritage site not only offered scientific functions but has immaculate views… Read More »

ICYMI: This Stunning 3-Tiered Alberta Waterfall Needs A Spot On Your Bucket List

Posted on July 29, 2025

If you’re an outdoor enthusiast with a passion for adventure and a big love for Alberta’s great outdoors, Crescent Falls should be high on your… Read More »

ICYMI: Six Of Alberta’s Biggest & Best Farmers’ Markets To Hit this Summer

Posted on July 28, 2025

While the list of markets is virtually endless around our province, we’ve rounded out a few of our favourites worth checking out this summer. We… Read More »

ICYMI.: The World’s Largest Beaver Dam Is In Alberta & You Can Literally See It From Space

Posted on July 27, 2025

Picture this: a colossal structure, intricately woven from branches, twigs, and mud, stretching across the landscape as far as the eye can see. It's not… Read More »

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