6 - The Town of Okotoks

OKOTOKS
Visitor & Activities Guide
Fortune Teller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Arts & Culture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
THE LAST CHANCE FOR LARGE LOTS IN OKOTOKS EVER!
Cool Little Towns. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Parks, Pathways & Playgrounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Okotoks Top Ten! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 2
More Things To Do! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Recreation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 6
Map of Okotoks.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 8
Community Facilities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Accommodations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Service Directory.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Dining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Community Events Listings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
MAYOR’S MESSAGE
On behalf of the Town of Okotoks, we would like to
welcome you to our hip and happening community!
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F E AT U R E S
Our picturesque town, located just 15 minutes south
of Calgary, is a vibrant place that offers residents and
visitors exciting and enticing dining, shopping, cultural
and recreational experiences.
Okotoks offers attractive accommodation options including
hotels, bed & breakfasts and camping to extend your day trip
to an overnight stay! While you’re here, we encourage you
to visit our breathtaking Sheep River Valley pathway system
and golf courses, peruse our museum and art galleries
or take part in the many year-round family activities that
Okotoks proudly hosts.
F O R M O R E I N F O R M AT I O N R E G I ST E R AT :
• Live Large with Room for the Whole Family
• 12,000 -15,000 sq. ft lots, 68’ wide by 164’ deep
• Fully Built Out Community
• 3 Car Garages & Minutes Away from Calgary
• Shopping, Amenities & Great Schools
• Close to Calgary Health Campus Hospital
• Spectacular Cimarron Country Estates Homes
CimarronLiving.com
Showhomes Located at
15 & 17 Cimarron Estates Gate
Cimarron Estates Gate
Starting in the $700’s (save up to $500K over
comparable home sites)
Showhome Hours:
Monday to Thursday 2 to 8pm
Weekends & Holidays 12 to 5pm
(Closed Fridays)
Across from costco
GRAPHIC DESIGN
AdMaki Creative
403.949.3343 › admaki.ca
CIRCULATION
25,000 copies of the Okotoks
Visitor Guide will be distributed to
various locations throughout the Foothills,
Calgary and surrounding area.
Country EstatEs HomEs by:
Country EstatEs HomEs by:
www.cocohomes.com
403.995.9214
[email protected]
The Town of Okotoks has made every effort to
www.timbercreekhomes.ca
403.993.0350
[email protected]
ensure accuracy of the information presented in
this publication and assumes no responsibility
for changes, errors or omissions..
Copyright © 2015
Participate in events such as the Spirit of Okotoks Parade,
Buskersfest, Taste of Okotoks, Okotoks Pro Rodeo, and
Holiday Light Up just to name a few. See the events
listing in this guide on page 30 or visit www.okotoks.ca
for more information.
Thank you for visiting, enjoy your stay and delight
in immersing yourself in all Okotoks has to offer!
Mayor Wm. (Bill) Robertson & Okotoks Council
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Okotoks Lions Campground
99 Woodhaven Drive
Phone: 403-938-4282
Fax: 403-982-4151
ARE YOU OVERWHELMED BY ALL OF THE AMAZING THINGS
TO DO IN OKOTOKS AND DON’T KNOW WHERE TO START?
Campground is open
May 1 to September 3
Use our family fun fortune teller to get started! Follow the instructions below
and ask the fates what you should do first in Okotoks.
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HOW TO MAKE YOUR FORTUNE TELLER
1. Cut out fortune teller
2. Fold corner to corner
in both directions
3. Unfold and lay flat
4. Fold each corner
into the centre
55 full service sites (30 amp power)
6 tent sites (15 amp power)
Check In Time: 1pm to 9pm
Check Out Time: 12noon on
departure day
• Fire wood available from
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• Wireless Internet
• Cable TV available
• Pets are welcome: $2 charge per day
(breeds not accepted: Rottweiler, Doberman, Pit Bull
and crosses there-of)
Rates:
Full Hook-ups (cable TV included)
Nightly: $38 plus GST
Two weeks: $450 plus GST
Monthly: $900 plus GST
Tent sites (power): $25 plus GST
Email: info@ okotokslionscampground.com
Website: www.okotokslionscampground.com
Baked Today. Sold Today.
5. Flip this square over
6. Fold corners
into the centre
7. Fold in half
in each direction
8. Work fingers into
fortune teller
HOW TO PLAY
1. Pick a word (Hungry, Hip, Happening, Historic)
2. Spell that word as you flap the fortune teller open and closed vertically and then horizontally
3.Upon the last letter hold the fortune teller open and pick a number.
4.Count to this number as you flap the fortune teller open and closed vertically and then horizontally. Hold open again.
5.Pick another number
6.Open this fortune teller section and read the activity provided below
7. Do that activity in Okotoks!
COBS CENTENNIAL VILLAGE
3 1 S outhri d ge Dr. O k ot ok s, AB
(403) 995-6517
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Okotoks Art Gallery at the Station
(OAG) and Visitor Information Centre
53 North Railway Street - 403.938.3204
Okotoks is a progressive town with a vibrant arts
Serving Okotoks and the Foothills region, OMA
presents ongoing exhibits along with programs and
events for adults, families and seniors which promote
exploration and connection to history in exciting ways.
community. OAG reflects this wealth of creativity and
SUMMER HOURS:
dynamic energy while engaging and inspiring diverse
Monday - Saturday 10am to 5pm
communities. Founded in 1981, OAG helps to achieve
Sunday and holidays 12pm to 5pm
a greater quality of life through meaningful visual art
exhibitions and educational programming. The Gallery,
WINTER HOURS:
serving Okotoks and the Foothills region, presents
Tuesday - Saturday 10am to 5pm
an ongoing series of contemporary and historical art
Closed Sunday, Monday and statutory holidays
exhibitions and runs programs and events for adults,
Admission to the Museum is free. Donations are accepted.
families and seniors which promote exploration and
connection to art in exciting ways.
SUMMER HOURS: JULY 9 - AUGUST 27
ARTS &
CULTURE
Rotary Performing Arts Centre (RPAC)
3 Elma Street East - 403.938.3204
Monday - Saturday 10am to 5pm
For almost a century, the brick church on the
Sunday and holidays – 12pm to 5pm
corner of Elma Street and Centre Avenue served
Thursdays in July and August open to 8pm
as a gathering place for the Okotoks community;
a place to worship, gain inspiration and where music
WINTER HOURS:
and praise filled the rafters. Although no longer a
Tuesday - Saturday 10am to 5pm
church, the facility continues to be a gathering place
Closed Sunday, Monday and statutory holidays
for celebration and inspiration. After undergoing a
Admission to the Gallery is free. Donations are accepted.
$1 Million renovation and reopening in 2011, this
much-loved historic building is now a beautiful
Okotoks Museum and Archives
at Heritage House (OMA)
49 North Railway Street - 403.938.8969
Okotoks is a town with a rich heritage. OMA reflects
the history of a community rooted in three centuries,
For more information
visit www.okotoksculture.ca
it promises to share the stories of Okotoks, inspiring
people to connect to the community and their
environment. Established in 2000, OMA is devoted
to preserving artifacts and archival resources and
celebrating the stories of Okotoks’ past.
facility for the performing arts. The theatre is known
for its fantastic acoustics and, in partnership with
the Okotoks Arts Council, hosts concerts ranging
from classical to rock. It is also the home stage
for Dewdney Players.
For rental or other inquires call 403.938.3204
or email [email protected].
Take a tour through southern Alberta’s
Cool Little Towns!
Participate in the top exceptional events in the region;
Okotoks’
there are lots to choose from! There are many hidden
treasures for you to discover…
Preferred
OKOTOKS:
Big Rock (Okotoks Erratic), Performing Arts,
Downtown Shopping & Dining
News Source
NANTON:
Bomber Museum, Antique Shopping & Candy Store
HIGH RIVER:
Movie location for Heartland, Fargo & many more,
Evelyn’s Café (featured on You Gotta Eat Here!)
COOL LITTLE
TOWNS
TURNER VALLEY:
Eau Claire Distillery, Pathways, MotoBurrito,
Chuchwagon Café (featured on You Gotta Eat Here!)
BLACK DIAMOND:
Marv’s Soda Shop (150 variations of soda!),
Rub the Diamond for Luck, Blue Rock Gallery
BRAGG CREEK:
Hiking and Biking Trails, Boutique Shopping,
The Italian Farmhouse, The Bavarian Inn Restaurant
MD OF FOOTHILLS:
Playing Today’s BEST Music
Saskatoon Farm, Kayben Farms, Chinook Honey Farm,
Millarville Race Track & Farmer’s Market, Bar U Ranch,
Spruce Meadows
For more information on
these communities and events
throughout the region visit
www.coollittletowns.com
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The Parks team maintains public parks and open
spaces, including sports fields, parks, playgrounds,
regional and local public pathways, the public
urban forest, outdoor rinks and natural areas.
Okotoks and area residents enjoy:
› 79 kms of pathway system (including 25 km of
sidewalks), of which, 60 kms are interconnected
› 96 Parks
› 48 Playgrounds
› 14 Ball Diamonds
family oriented
› 15 Soccer Pitches
SPeciaLS
Family Day Sunday
› 5 Tennis Courts
all Games Junior Rate
› 2 Football/Rugby Fields
Fri & Sat Night
› 2 locations of outdoor fitness equipment
› Various outdoor Skating Rinks
PARKS,
PATHWAYS &
PLAYGROUNDS
and Toboggan Hills
› Skateboard Park
› BMX Track
9-11 pm $15
(shoes included)
Bowl all you want!
Leagues • Public Bowling
403.995.2255
www.okotoksoilers.com
Glo
summer Hours:
Reduced
Parties • Group Rates
105 - 100 Stockton avenue
country Hills Plaza Okotoks
fully licensed
[email protected]
403
938-9536
millenniumlanes.com
› Water Spray Park
Okotoks Off-Leash Dog Park
The purpose of this park is to provide a fenced-in,
leash-free dog park where well-behaved canine
companions can exercise and play in a clean, safe
environment without endangering themselves or
disturbing people, property or wildlife. The Okotoks
Dog Park Off-Leash area is open from sunrise to
sunset. Please provide your own water! For more
information, visit www.okotoks.ca/parks-recreation.
We offer restaurant service
or take-out.
PATIO NOW OPEN
Please phone ahead for take-out.
For more information
call 403.938.8031 or visit
www.okotoks.ca/parks-recreation
Wed – Sat 11:00am – 2:00pm; 4:30pm – 8:00pm
Sun 4:30pm – 7:00pm
Traditional Fish & Chips with organic hand cut chips and
wild caught, hand cut fish cooked in Non-GMO oil
94 Elizabeth Street, Okotoks
www.thebritishchippy.com
587.757.9995
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Find the most popular activities, events,
attractions and things to do in Okotoks!
Okotoks is nestled between the fantastic
Foothills and majestic Rocky Mountains
with the splendid Sheep River at its
heart. Here you will experience
outdoor adventure, vibrant
arts & culture, boutique
shopping, exceptional
dining and so
much more!
OKOTOKS
TOP TEN!
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1. Performing Arts
2. Okotoks Erratic
3. Downtown Shopping
4. Boutique Style Dining
5. Golf (including mini golf)
6. Farm Tours
7. Dawgs Baseball
8. Sheep River Valley Pathway System
9. Galleries and Museums
10. Children’s Festival
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COMMUNITY EVENTS
Take in the fantastic annual and special community events
that Okotoks has to offer! For detailed events info,
visit www.okotoks.ca.
DINING
Treat yourself to the variety of delicious dining available
in Okotoks! See the dining listing on page 28.
SHOPPING
Okotoks has several splendid shopping areas: Olde Towne
Okotoks (Elizabeth, Elma, McRae & North Railway Streets),
Westmount, Cornerstone, Southridge & Northridge Drives,
Drake Landing and the Southbank Business Park, Okotoks
Business Park and the North Gateway. Each area offers a
wide variety of shops and services.
MORE THINGS
TO DO!
GOLF
Crystal Ridge Golf Course is a 9 hole course with a
two restaurant clubhouse. For more information visit
www.crystalridgegolf.com.
D’Arcy Ranch Golf Course is an 18 hole course with a dining
room and lounge in the clubhouse. For more information
visit www.darcyranchgolf.com.
River’s Edge Golf Club, located 3 km east of Okotoks, is a
full 18 hole facility, with grass tee driving range, Pro Shop,
licensed clubhouse and restaurant. For more information
visit www.riversedgegolfclub.com.
SHEEP RIVER
Enjoy the meandering Sheep River! It offers boating,
swimming, picnicking and pleasure. There are many fishing
spots near Okotoks as well; check out the Sheep River,
Elbow River, Bow River and Highwood River, plus lake
fishing just a little further west.
HERITAGE WALKING TOUR
The Okotoks and District Historical Society offers free
guided tours of historic downtown Okotoks in the summer.
Discover the interesting stories about the buildings within
the downtown core and the fascinating characters that lived
and worked there. For further information call the Okotoks
Museum and Archives, 403.938.8969.
OKOTOKS GLACIAL ERRATIC
Recently named one of the world’s 500 most significant
cultural sites! The “Big Rock,” the largest glacial erratic in
North America, is located 7 km west of Okotoks. The name
Okotoks derives from the Blackfoot First Nation word for
“rock.” The site has full wheelchair accessibility
and washrooms.
OKOTOKS AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY
Located north of Okotoks on Hwy 2A & 306 Avenue is the
oldest ongoing agricultural society in Western Canada with
a history dating back to 1892. It hosts groups such as the
Future Cowboys and Cowgirls Rodeo Society and 4H.
Visit the website: www.okotoksag.com.
BIKING
Two wheels will take you places four wheels could never go!
Visit www.travelalberta.com to find out about the many bike
trails in the Foothills, Kananaskis and more!
HIKING
If hiking is your love, pack up and get ready to experience
the unforgettable beauty of the regional trail system.
For information visit www.travelalberta.com.
OKOTOKS ART GALLERIES & MUSEUM
Take in the always engaging exhibits on display at our
art galleries and museum.
BAR U RANCH
Bar U Ranch National Historic Site is located 13 km south of
Longview on Highway 22. As a designated historic site, the
turn of the century buildings are being lovingly preserved
and restored. The Bar U Ranch was established in 1882;
for more information call 403.395.2212 or toll-free
at 1.888.773.8888.
CEMETERY TOURS
The Okotoks and District Historical Society holds free
guided tours in the summer of the Okotoks Cemetery.
For further information call the Okotoks Museum and
Archives, 403.938.8969.
SPRUCE MEADOWS
For the horse enthusiasts, Spruce Meadows is just 15 minutes
north of Okotoks on Highway 22X. Also near Okotoks are
many stables that board horses and provide trail rides for
those who prefer a hands-on approach. There are over
800 kms of equestrian-use trails throughout
Kananaskis Country. For more information visit
www.albertaequestrian.com.
MILLARVILLE MARKET
Just a short drive west on Highway 22, the market is
open every Saturday from 9am to 2pm from mid-June to
mid-October and features local art, crafts and fresh produce.
Enjoy the longer hours and dig in to a delicious breakfast
or lunch! For more information, call the Market hotline
at 403.931.2404 or visit www.millarvilleracetrack.com.
KAYBEN FARMS
3 km north of the Crystal Ridge Golf Course on 32 St. east,
Kayben Farms provides wonderful solutions and services
in landscaping; has a lovely garden centre that offers plants,
products and education; locally grown and processed fruit
and fruit products; and provides agri-tourism experiences
that give guests the opportunity to expand their knowledge
of modern farming and to enjoy recreation in a farm setting.
At JoJo’s cafe, the chefs are always creating something
fresh and new from the on-farm garden and the wares of
local producers. Enjoy a morning coffee or long leisurely
lunch beside the waterfall on the spacious patio. For more
information call 403.938.2857 or visit www.kayben.com.
SASKATOON FARM
Visit the Saskatoon Farm, located 3 km east of Okotoks
on 338 Ave. It features 50 acres of u-pick Saskatoon
orchard, a fully-stocked garden centre, unique gift shop
and exceptional cafe. The Saskatoon Farm is open
year-round from 9am to 5pm. For more information,
call 403.938.6245 or 1.800.463.2113 or visit
www.saskatoonfarm.com.
CHINOOK HONEY COMPANY
Located just minutes from Okotoks; travel straight through
on Southridge Dr. to Sobeys. At the stop light turn right onto
Highway #7. Go west and turn left at the Chinook Honey
Company sign. It is the first farm on your right (look for the
blue buildings). They provide wonderful natural honey, a
variety of specialty honeys, honey jams, honey wine (mead),
and hand crafted products. For more information call
403.995.0830 or visit www.chinookhoney.com.
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Okotoks Recreation Centre
99 Okotoks Drive - 403.938.5094
The Okotoks Recreation Centre offers year-round
continued sport and leisure opportunities for the
Seaman Stadium, home of the Okotoks Dawgs,
fitness centre (www.naturalhigh.ca), arenas,
features full concessions, 2 BBQ patios, full service
multi-purpose rooms, youth centre, curling rink,
bars and an extensive family berm.
gymnasium and pools. There is a 25m – 4 lane
The Duvernay Fieldhouse, a complete, full sized,
board and a 40 person, wheelchair accessible hot
tub. See the website for scheduled public and family
swims. Facilities located outside the Recreation
Centre include a skateboard park, sports fields
and outdoor water spray park.
Client Services: 403.938.8954
24h Info Line: 403.938.5094
Website: www.okotoks.ca/parks-recreation
Pason Centennial Arena
204 Community Way - 403.938.5094
the WMBL Championship four times.
Website: www.dawgsbaseball.ca
Email: [email protected]
Legacy Regional Field House
125 Field House Drive East - 587.757.0338
(East of Okotoks on Highway 7
and 547 Junction)
The Legacy Regional Field House, open since the
summer of 2014, is 130,000 sq.ft. indoor, multi-use
facility providing activities such as soccer, lacrosse,
rugby, volleyball and running for children, youth
hockey, ringette, figure skating, family and public
and adults in the Foothills region.
WALKING TRACK:
7am to 11 pm 7 days per week when facility is open and
no major events are scheduled.
parks-recreation
night on June 6, 2007, the Dawgs have captured
use facility able to host a variety of events including:
to the Okotoks Junior “A” Oilers.
For more information
indoor training center is also onsite. Since opening
The Pason Centennial Arena is a year-round, multi-
skating, and organized group activities; and is home
visit www.okotoks.ca/
2111 North Railway Drive
403.262.DAWG (3294)
entire family. Facilities include the Natural High
leisure pool, a 25m – 6 lane lap pool, a 1m diving
RECREATION
Seaman Stadium
and Duvernay Fieldhouse
*Please note that the track is NOT available during Okotoks
Junior A Oilers hockey games. Town of Okotoks programs
being held in the upper concourse may utilize the walking
track at various times throughout the day.
Ice Rentals: 403.938.8954
Website: www.okotoks.ca/parks-recreation
Website: www.legacyregionalfieldhouse.com
Email: [email protected]
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Okotoks Public Library
7 Riverside Drive West - 403.938.2220
The Okotoks Public Library has been a fixture of the
Okotoks community since 1977! They are a member of
the Marigold Library system and part of the resource
sharing mechanism TRAC, the Regional Automation
Consortium and TAL, The Alberta Library, which
are Alberta-wide.
Visitor Services
Browse the large collection of books, periodicals,
newspapers, reference material and audio-visual
material or participate in any of the free adult or
drop-in children’s programs. A complete schedule
COMMUNITY
FACILITIES
This multi-purpose complex is made up of a seniors’
centre, youth space, meeting rooms, covered outdoor
patio, commercial kitchen, and a 10,000 sq.ft. hall
that can be divided into four smaller halls. The centre
can accommodate functions of anywhere from 10 to
1,000 people. Since it opened in 2003, the centre has
welcomed over 100,000 people from the Foothills
area and beyond while hosting various events.
Fax: 403.938.0507
Website: www.foothillscentennialcentre.com
Email: [email protected]
Okotoks Health & Wellness Centre
11 Cimarron Common - 403.995.2600
is available on the website.
The Okotoks Health and Wellness Centre houses a
The library also has visitor information, computer
variety of services, including the Urgent Care Centre.
access and free wi-fi. For more information, please
The Health and Wellness Centre range of services
visit the library’s website.
include family programs, laboratory services and a
wide range of other health services. For a full listing
HOURS:
of services visit the website.
Monday - Thursday 9:30am to 8:30pm
Friday and Saturday 10am to 5pm
Sunday 1pm to 5pm
URGENT CARE HOURS:
Closed all stat holidays and Sundays in July/August
Website: www.albertahealthservices.ca
Website: www.okotokslibrary.ca
Foothills Centennial Centre
4, 204 Community Way - 403.938.2907
The Foothills Centennial Centre is a symbol of the
spirit of this vibrant community, weaving together the
social, cultural and intellectual activities of Okotoks
and the Foothills area.
8am to 10pm daily
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Bed & Breakfasts
Harmony House Bed & Breakfast
(Alberta B & B Association;
B & B Association of Calgary Accredited)
Address: 15 Westridge Cresent
Phone: 1.866.995.0461
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.harmonyhousebb.ca
Okotoks Country Inn
(Alberta Hotel & Lodging Association Accredited)
Address: 59 Riverside Gate
Phone: 403.938.1999 or 1.877.938.3336
Website: www.okotokscountryinn.ca
The Royal Duke Hotel Eatery & Pub
Address: 2 Elizabeth Street
Phone: 403.938.4101
Website: www.royaldukehotel.com
Riverview Bed & Breakfast
(Alberta B & B Association;
B & B Association of Calgary Accredited)
Address: 10 minutes east of Okotoks on Highway 2
Phone: 403.938.5862 or 1.866.938.2069
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.riverviewbnb.ca
ACCOMMODATIONS
Heritage Lace Bed & Breakfast
Address: 2 Elma Street W
Phone: 403.938.4735
Hotels
Best Western Plus Inn & Suites
(Alberta Hotel & Lodging Association Accredited)
Address: 100 Southbank Road
Phone: 403.995.6265 or 1.800.780.7234
Website: www.bestwestern.com
Lakeview Inn & Suites
(Alberta Hotel & Lodging Association Accredited)
Address: 22 Southridge Drive
Phone: 403.938.7400 or 1.877.355.3500
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.lakeviewhotels.com/hotels/okotoks/
Okotoks Lion’s Sheep River Campground
Address: 99 Woodhaven Drive
(near downtown Okotoks)
Phone: 403.938.4282
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.okotokslionscampground.com
The campground is open from May 1 – October 1 and has
a total of 61 sites. There are 55 with full-service hook-ups
(30 amps and cable TV) as well as 6 tent sites (15 amps
power) that come with 12' x 12' sandbox to place tents on.
All sites have fire pits; wood is available from the office.
Pets are welcome up to 30 lbs. for $2.00/day.
Check-in Time: 1pm to 9pm
Check-out Time: 12 noon on departure day
Dog Breeds Not Accepted: Rottweilers,
Doberman Pinchers, Pit Bulls and crosses there-of.
Rates:
Full Hook-ups (cable TV included)
Nightly: $38
Two weeks: $450
Monthly: $900
Tents
Nightly: $25
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GENERAL
RCMP: 98 Woodhaven Dr. › 403.995.6400 › For emergencies call 911
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Town of Okotoks: 5 Elizabeth St. › 403.938.4404
Municipal Enforcement: 98 Woodhaven Dr. › 403.938.8913
Fire Services: 132 Milligan Dr. › 403.938.4066
For emergencies call 911
Visitor Information/Okotoks Art Gallery at the Station:
53 North Railway St. › 403.938.3204
Okotoks Recreation Centre: 24-hour information line: 403.938.5094
Okotoks & District Chamber of Commerce:
14 McRae St. › 403.938.2848 › www.okotokschamber.ca
Highway Information – Volker Stevin:
1.888.877.6237 (VS ROADS) › www.volkerstevin.ca
BANKS
Alberta Treasury Branch: 131, 31 Southridge Dr. › 403.938.7232
BMO Bank of Montreal: 401, 200 Southridge Dr. › 403.995.4975
CIBC: 300 Village Lane › 403.938.4474
First Calgary Savings: 141, 71 Riverside Dr. W › 403.736.4930
RBC: 144 Elizabeth St. › 403.938.4416
SERVICE
DIRECTORY
Scotiabank: 500, 201 Southridge Dr. › 403.938.4712
Servus Credit Union, Ltd.: 131, 71 Riverside Dr. W › 403.938.8610
TD Canada Trust: 160, 28 Southridge Dr. › 403.995.3183
Western Financial Group: 207, 200 Southridge Dr. › 403.938.0777
CAR RENTALS
Budget Car & Truck Rental: 101 Northgate Dr. › 403.938.8428
Enterprise Rent-A-Car: 197 Stockton Ave. › 403.938.8677
DRUGSTORES/PHARMACIES
Costco: 201, 104 Southbank Blvd. › 403.995.5159
No Frills: 9, Sandstone Gate › 403.938.8080
Okotoks HC Pharmacy: 74 Elizabeth St. › 403.995.1080
Rexall: 300 Village Ave. › 403.938.8585 (Canada Post onsite)
Safeway: 610 Big Rock Lane › 403.938.9351
Shopper’s Drug Mart:
171, 31 Southridge Dr. › 403.995.3798 (Canada Post onsite)
For an up-to-date
list of services, visit our
Business Directory at
www.okotoks.ca
Sobeys: 700, 201 Southridge Dr. › 403.995.4123 (Canada Post onsite)
Walmart: 500, 201 Southridge Dr. › 403.995.1375
Each of the hotel’s 82
guest rooms has a new
look. Extra pillows, flat
screen TV’s with movies,
free WiFi and suites with
kitchens for longer stays.
Also available: free hearty
breakfast, 24/7 frozen
food and snacks. Relax by
the indoor heated pool,
work out in the fitness
centre or enjoy the
exhilarating waterslide.
Meeting rooms and
banquet facilities are also
available.
Check out the Culture & Heritage
What’s Happening
online calendar!
GROCERY STORES/SPECIALTY FOODS
NEWS MEDIA/COMMUNICATIONS
Bulk Barn: 313, 105 Southbank Blvd. › 403.938.1380
Golden West Broadcasting Ltd. (Eagle 100.9 FM & Okotoks Online):
42 McRae St. › 403.995.9611 › www.okotoksonline.com
Costco: 201, 104 Southbank Blvd. › 403.995.5150
Harvest Moon Natural Foods: 305, 201 Southridge Dr. › 403.938.8119
Hirsche Fraser Meats Ltd: 4, 34 Southridge Dr. › 403.995.1909
Mac’s: 100 Milligan Dr. › 403.938.7557
Mac’s: 40 Southridge Dr. › 403.938.2359
M & M Meat Shops: 300, 201 Southridge Dr. › 403.938.0373
No Frills: 9 Sandstone Gate › 403.938.8010
403-982-0566
120 Elizabeth Street, Okotoks
Mon - Sat. 10:00 am - 5:30 pm
snowwakesandblossoms.ca
Nutter’s Bulk & Natural Food Market, Ltd.:
900 Village Lane › 403.938.1740
Okotoks Western Wheel:
9 McRae St. › 403.938.6397 › www.westernwheel.com
Routes Media, Inc.: 403.880.4784 › www.routesmedia.com
Source Media Group (Okotoks Living magazine):
403.532.3101 › www.sourcemediagroup.ca
SHOPPING DISTRICTS
Olde Towne Okotoks; Westmount; Cornerstone; Southridge &
Northridge Drives; Drake Landing; Village Lane; Okotoks Business
Park; Southbank Business Park; North Gateway
Okotoks Natural Foods: 201, 200 Southridge Dr. › 403.938.0808
Safeway: 610 Big Rock Lane › 403.938.9341
TRANSPORTATION
Sobeys: 700, 201 Southridge Dr. › 403.938.3439
Southland Transportation Commuter Bus (to and from Calgary):
403.287.1335 (Calgary) › 403.938.3966 (Okotoks)
www.southland.ca/commuters/
Walmart: 500, 201 Southridge Dr. › 403.995.1371
7-11: 235 Milligan Dr. › 403.995.0429
7-11: 111 Elizabeth St. › 403.938.0319
TAXI
Alternate Cabs: 403.828.8294
okotoksculture.ca
HOSPITALS Close to Okotoks
Angels Taxi: 403.512.8773
High River: 560 9 Ave. W › 403.652.2200
24 Hour Emergency Services Provided
O K Taxi Services: 403.938.3828
Black Diamond:
Oilfields Hospital: 717 Government Rd. › 403.933.2222
24 Hour Emergency Services Provided
Calgary:
Rockyview General Hospital: 7007 14 St. SW › 403.943.3000
24 Hour Emergency Services Provided
Town Taxi: 403.975.2233
VETERINARY CLINICS
Animal Care Centre: 144 Crescent Rd. W › 403.938.0350
At Home Veterinary Services: 403.990.3736
Big Rock Animal Clinic: 47 McRae St. › 403.938.4171
South Health Campus: 4448 Front St. SE › 403.956.1111
24-Hour Emergency Services Provided
Elizabeth Street Pet Hospital: 2, 74 Elizabeth St. › 403.982.8387
Okotoks Health and Wellness Centre:
11 Cimarron Common › 403.995.2600
Urgent Care Hours: 8am to 10pm
Okotoks Animal Clinic Ltd.:
1 km north of Okotoks on Highway 2A › 403.938.4096 (24 hrs)
Canada Diagnostic Centres: 141, 31 Southridge Dr. › 403.995.2727
(to book appointment › 403.212.5855)
Hours: Monday - Thursday: 8am to 6pm
Friday: 8am to 5pm; Saturday: 8am to 4pm
LAUNDRY SERVICES
Better Than Home Coin Laundry: 27 McRae St. › 403.938.7788
Christopher’s Fine Dry Cleaning Ltd.:
117, 235 Milligan Dr. › 403.995.2992
Foothills Cleaners Ltd.:
121, 71 Riverside Dr. W › 403.938.4445
189, 31 Southridge Dr. › 403.938.8215
Foothills Animal Hospital Ltd.: 6, 34 Southridge Dr. › 403.938.3791
Okotoks Veterinary Clinic: 105 Southbank Blvd. › 403.995.9700
Ranchlands Mobile Veterinary Services (large animals):
4, 14 McRae St. › 403.938.7559
Sheep River Veterinary Services (large animals):
209 Stockton Ave. › 403.938.6993
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PUB
New Mr. Spud Cafe: 26, McRae St. › 403.938.1777
COFFEE SHOPS J
Brown’s Social House: 601, 200 Southridge Dr. › 403.995.8535
J until 9pm
Mr. Mike’s Steakhouse & Bar: 411, 200 Southridge Dr. › 403.938.5663
Cora’s Breakfast & Lunch: 100, 28 Southridge Dr. › 403.938.1522
Pho Hoai Beef Noodle House: 153, 71 Riverside Dr. W › 587.757.9988
Cub Cafe: 240 Westland St. › 403.472.2989
Grand Central Bar & Grill: 9, 49 Elizabeth St. › 403.938.0929
Ricky’s All Day Grill: 747, 201 Southridge Dr. › 403.995.0982
Denny’s: 57 Riverside Gate › 403.938.7580
In Cahoots: B, 500 Village Lane › 403.938.6645
Roma Italian Restaurant: 27A McRae St. › 403.982.1314
Home Ground Coffee and Roasting House:
22 North Railway St. › 403.995.9948
Original Joe’s Restaurant & Bar: 150, 28 Southridge Dr. › 403.938.7001
J The Canadian Brewhouse: 625, 200 Southridge Dr. › 403.995.5735
The George Traditional House: 101, 31 Southridge Dr. › 403.938.5000
The Owl’s Nest: 1, 100 Milligan Dr. › 587.364.1177
The Royal Duke Hotel, Eatery & Pub: 2 Elizabeth St. › 403.938.4101
J until 9pm
FAST & FURIOUS J
Tribal Connection Market: 41 McRae St. › 403.995.1898
Big Dipper Ice Cream Shop: 67 McRae St. › 403.650.8443
Burger King: 621, Southridge Dr. › 403.982.0643
Yokozuna Sushi and Grill: 249, 200 Southridge Dr. › 403.995.2357
Fatburger: 729, 201 Southridge Dr. › 403.995.1149
Fryday: 9, 18 Southridge Dr. › 587.364.4457
KFC/Taco Bell: 235, 200 Southridge Dr. › 403.938.1498
McDonald’s: 600 Big Rock Lane › 403.938.3050
McDonald’s @ Walmart: 500, 201 Southridge Dr. › 403.995.1482
McDonald’s: 1, 101 Southbank Blvd. › 587.434.4451
Opa! Souvlaki: 149, 31 Southridge Dr. › 403.995.3959
Quiznos Sub: 309, 201 Southridge Dr. › 403.995.1211
Subway Sandwiches: 420 Big Rock Lane › 403.938.4994
Subway Sandwiches: 231, 200 Southridge Dr. › 403.938.9464
Taco Del Mar: 241, 200 Southridge Dr. › 403.995.9438
Wendy’s: 10, 18 Southridge Dr. › 403.995.2552
FINE & SPECIALTY J
Almira’s Mediterranean Grill: Suite F, 40 Elizabeth St. › 403.982.0744
Big Rock Inn: 101 Elizabeth St. › 403.938.6611
at www.okotoksventure.ca
Swiss Chalet: 191, 31 Southrdige Dr. › 403.938.8785
Tim Horton’s: 221, 200 Southridge Dr. › 403.995.2444
Booster Juice: 243, 200 Southridge Dr. › 403.995.9815
Extreme Pita: 743, 201 Southridge Dr. › 403.938.4970
visit our Business Directory
Sweetgrass Deli & Eatery: 1, 49 Elizabeth St. › 403.995.4454
Tim Horton’s: 10, 18 Southridge Dr. › 403.995.2151
SWEETS J
Edo Japan: 441, 400 Southridge Dr. › 403.995.0031
of dining establishments,
Spices: 445, 200 Southridge Dr. › 403.995.3320
Starbucks Coffee (Safeway): 610 Big Rock Lane › 403.938.9341
The RidgeHouse Restaurant (Crystal Ridge Golf Course):
9 Crystal Green Lane › 403.995.5563
Dairy Queen: 100, Village Lane › 403.938.7500
For an up-to-date list
Saigon Sun Authentic Vietnamese:
245, 200 Southridge Dr. › 403.995.8181
Starbucks Coffee: 111, 201 Southridge Dr. › 403.995.1924
The British Chippy: 94 Elizabeth St. › 587.757.9995
A & W: 400, Big Rock Lane › 403.938.0365
DINING
Rylie’s Cattlebarn Cookhouse & Saloon:
263, 200 Southridge Dr. › 403.995.7779
Bistro 1882: 52 North Railway St. › 403.938.2224
D’Arcy Ranch Golf Club: Milligan & Northridge Dr. › 403.938.5522
Happy Valley Restaurant: 1500 Village Lane › 403.938.0122
Heartland Cafe: 46, McRae St. › 403.995.4623
KY Food Services & Catering (Rec Centre):
99 Okotoks Dr. › 403.995.0111
Brown Sugar Bake Shop: 109, 235 Milligan Dr. › 403.982.9878
Marble Slab Creamery: 251, 200 Southridge Dr. › 403.995.1196
PIZZA J
Menchies Frozen Yogurt: 18, 34 Southridge Dr. › 403.995.1564
Boston Pizza: 10, Southridge Dr. › 403.995.0224
(kid friendly in restaurant only)
River Rock Fudge: 12 Knowles Pl. › 403.938.6215
Canadian Pizza Unlimited: 8B, 18 Southridge Dr. › 403.995.4447
J = FAMILY FRIENDLY
Cha Cha John’s: 155, 100 Stockton Ave. › 587.757.0988
Chicago Deep Dish Pizza: 50, Elizabeth St. › 403.938.7228
Domino’s Pizza: 351, 201 Southridge Dr. › 403.995.1444
Little Caesar’s Pizza: 183, 31 Southridge Dr. › 403.938.5555
Okotoks Pizza & Pasta: 116 Elizabeth St. › 403.938.8989
Panago Pizza: 2, 420 Big Rock Lane › 403.310.0001
Pizza 73: 34 Southridge Dr. › 403.938.7373
Pizza Hut: 421, 200 Southridge Dr.
403.995.3131
Pizzaberg: 17, 900 Village Lane
403.938.4242
Tom’s House of Pizza:
300, 235 Milligan Dr.
403.995.4651
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January
Old Fashioned Outdoor Skating Party
February
Winter Walk Day
Family Day activities
March
Earth Hour March 28
There IS time to stop
and smell the flowers
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April
Boutique Retailer • Information Technology Guru
Birth of a Nation Day April 9
Okotoks & District Chamber of Commerce Trade & Lifestyle Show
Kite Day Festival
May
Annual Sheep River Valley Clean Up
Annual Collector Car Auction
June
COMMUNITY
EVENTS LISTING
Environment Week activities
Rotary Soap Box Derby
Spirit of Okotoks Parade & Children’s Festival
BuskersFest
July
Canada Day July 1
Teddy Bear Picnic
Taste of Okotoks
August
Olde Towne Okotoks Show & Shine
Foothills Highland Games
Okotoks Pro Rodeo
Chili Fest
September
Alberta Culture Days
Harvest Fest
November
Light Up Okotoks
Visit www.okotoks.ca for
dates and event information
Please note that event dates
are subject to change.
December
Skate with Santa
Kid’s New Year’s Eve Party December 31
Exhibit opening each month at Okotoks Art Gallery
Full Services
Award-Winning Sustainability
A Cool Downtown
A Pristine River Valley
98% Satisfaction Rate1
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98% satisfied with quality of life, 2013 Community Survey
Economic Development
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COME & SEE US
FOR WHATEVER YOU’RE
IN THE MOOD FOR.
Whether it’s our fluffy pancakes, crispy
bacon, juicy burgers or something from
our Fit Fare® Menu, you will always find
delicious value and variety at Denny’s.
OPEN
Town of Okotoks
Outdoor
Water Spray Park
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Located at the Recreation Centre, 99 Okotoks Drive
HOURS
Open Daily 10:00am - 7:00pm (weather permitting)
Season of Operation:
Victoria Day Weekend - Labour Day Weekend
For park rules and other information visit the Parks &
Recreation page of our website at okotoks.ca
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