Edmonton`s Countryside Magazine
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Edmonton`s Countryside Magazine
2008 Welcome to over 90 treasures in the Greater Edmonton Region! Proudly Sponsored by: Bed & Breakfast Association Of Greater Edmonton Our Partners: On the roads less traveled, discover beautiful scenery, meet friendly people, and learn about the myriad of rural businesses in your backyard. Visit Edmonton’s Countryside showcases 45 individual sites, each offering a unique experience from farms, artisans, greenhouses, animal experiences, historical sites, to rural accommodation, for day trip ideas or a mini-vacations. In addition, over 300 fabulous events are featured in our Events section. Rodeos, Farmers’ Markets, craft sales, expositions, and so much more, offer you a vast choice of what to do in the Edmonton region, not only this spring and summer, but during the fall and winter too! On behalf of our partners and sponsors, we invite you to explore the Greater Edmonton Region and all it has to offer. Experience our rural life and enjoy your adventures! Coordinators: Penny Frazier & Wendy Burns Circulation: 70,000 copies printed Design: Darlene L. Mitansky, Wingspan Studio www.wingspanstudio.com Distributor: Edmonton Regional Tourism Group Printing: McCallum Printing Group Inc. Additional photography courtesy of Edmonton Economic Development, Edmonton Tourism, McLeod Creek Farm, Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village, Kelly Canning, Gail Lacey, Kim McDonald and Penny Frazier. Interested in having your ag or cultural business included in Visit Edmontons Countryside? Please direct editorial, advertising, inquiries, suggestions or ideas to [email protected]. Visit Edmontons Countryside makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information shown but assumes no responsibility for any consequences arising from errors or omissions. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. Visit our website at www.edmontonscountryside.com Town of Redwater Village of Andrew Table of Contents NORTH PAGE Sturgeon County. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 City of St. Albert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Town of Bon Accord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Town of Gibbons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Town of Legal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Town of Mornville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Town of Redwater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 1. Country Clay & Garden Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 2. Erdmann’s Greenhouses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 3. First Choice Tree Nursery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 4. Gypsy Images Art Studio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 5. LCJ Greenhouses & Gifts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 6. Lily Lake Resort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 7. Lily’s Greenhouse & Ornamental Garden Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 8. Longriders RV Park & Horseback Riding. . . . . . . . . .10 9. McLeod Creek Farm Picnic and Campground . . . . . .11 10. MP Stables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 11. Peas on Earth Organic Garden . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 12. Pottery by Heather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 13. Prairie Gardens and Greenhouses . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 14. St. Albert Botanic Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 15. St. Albert Farmers’ Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 16. St. Albert Grain Elevator Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 17. St. Albert Greenhouses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 18. Toula’s House of Clay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 19. Vintage Petals Tea House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Listings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 EAST PAGE Strathcona County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 City of Fort Saskatchwan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Lamont County. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Village of Andrew . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Town of Bruderheim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Town of Mundare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 20. Aqualine Aquatics & Water Features . . . . . . . . . . .21 21. Broken Wheel Bed And Breakfast . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 22. City of Fort Saskatchewan Sheep Grazing . . . . . . .21 23. Elk Island Retreat Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 24. Greenland Garden Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 25. Parkland Conservation Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 26. Salisbury Greenhouses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 27. Stocks Greenhouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 28. Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village . . . . . . . . . . . .23 29. Wallish Greenhouses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Listings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 CENTRAL PAGE City of Edmonton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Listings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 SOUTH PAGE Leduc County. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 City of Leduc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Town of Calmar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Town of Thorsby . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Town of Millet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Town of Devon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Town of Beaumont . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 30. Amazing Field Maze . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 31. Canadian Petroleum Discovery Centre . . . . . . . . . .36 32. Ellerslie Gift and Garden Centre Ltd. . . . . . . . . . .36 33. Millcreek Nursery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Listings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 WEST PAGE Parkland County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Town of Stony Plain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 City of Spruce Grove . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 Village Of Wabamun . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 34. Cannor Nurseries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 35. Carvel General Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 36. Devonian Botanic Garden . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 37. Dunvegan Gardens (AB) Ltd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 38. Edmonton Corn Maze . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 39. Forget-Me-Not Greenhouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 40. Golden Greenhouses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 41. Grove Valley Gardens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 42. Inspired Gardens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 43. Newman Country Retreat Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 44. Ohler’s Acres – “A Positively Peaceful Place” . . . . .45 45. Saumer Time Alpaca Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Listings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 Check out over 40 Events on page 48! Legend Event Washrooms Shopping Bus Turnaround Picnic Wheel Chair Access Accommodation Partial Wheel Chair Access Food Service French Speaking Services VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 3 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Carrots X X X Cauliflower X X X Corn X X X Cucumbers X X X Lettuce X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Onions Peas X Peppers Pumpkin Radishes X X X X X X X X X Strawberries X X X X Tomatoes X X X X X X X X Raspberries Rhubarb Saskatoons Meat Products X X List of Products Available for sale courtesy of Alberta Agriculture, Food and Rural Development Site Etiquette 1. Study the map and plan your route considering washroom breaks, lunch stops, and the closing times. 2. Wear comfortable outdoor clothing. Bring weather appropriate items such as sunscreen, hats, rain gear, insect repellent and a camera. Expect to get dirty. 3. Bring a cooler with ice to keep food purchases in. 4. Park your vehicle in designated areas. 5. For your own safety, visit only identified areas. 6. Respect the animals and property of the place you are visiting. 7. Please keep an eye on your children to ensure a fun and safe visit. 8. Don’t enter fenced areas or approach animals unless escorted by the farm owner. 9. Keep closed gates closed and opened gates open. 10. Ask before feeding or petting farm pets or animals. 11. Dispose of garbage in receptacles. 12. Please leave pets at home. Many farms along the way have resident pets and farm animals. While these animals may be friendly, they may not feel the same way about another animal. 13. If you have any questions or concerns prior to your visit PLEASE CONTACT THE SPECIFIC LOCATION IN ADVANCE. 14. Please call ahead to arrange a visiting time. Have fun on your adventure in the country! 4 December Cabbage X X November X X October Broccoli September Beets August Apples Beans July June May List of Products Available for Sale April Eat, Shop, Experience Local Food — Harvest Chart VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 X X X LEGEND This map is for visual reference only. Highway = HWY Range Road = RGE RD Township Road = TWP RD Primary Highway = Secondary Highway = 14 17 7 3 11 Range Road 245 Information Centres = French Services = Sites = 16 Highway 16 = TransCanada Yellowhead Highway Highway 2 = Queen Elizabeth Highway II Secondary Highway 637 = Highway 29 15 16 19 Range Road 252 5 9 8 1 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 4 13 8 10 9 18 Country Clay & Garden Works, pg 9 Erdmann’s Greenhouses, pg 9 First Choice Tree Nursery, pg 9 Gypsy Images Art Studio, pg 9 LCJ Greenhouses & Gifts, pg 10 Lily Lake Resort, pg 10 Lily’s Greenhouse & Ornamental Garden Accessories, pg 10 Longriders RV Park & Horseback Riding, pg 10 Mcleod Creek Farm Picnic and Campground, pg11 5 12 6 2 Range Road 225 19 18 17 17 15 14 13 12 11 10 824 MP Stables, pg 11 Peas on Earth Organic Garden, pg 11 Pottery by Heather, pg 11 Prairie Gardens and Greenhouses, pg 12 St. Albert Botanic Park, pg 12 St. Albert Farmers’ Market, pg 12 St. Albert Grain Elevator Park, pg 13 St. Albert Greenhouses, pg 13 Toula’s House of Clay, pg 13 Vintage Petals Tea House, pg 13 1 Township Road 580 North Sturgeon County Where the countryside awaits you! Just outside metro Edmonton’s porch is Sturgeon County, the heart of rural sightseeing opportunities. Get acquainted with the simplicity of country life as you choose from a medley of country experiences to enjoy. U-pick farms are peppered throughout the county offering a bountiful choice of raspberries, saskatoons, strawberries and veggies, fresh from the field. Take a journey into the past by visiting the Namao Museum and recall days gone by — local memorabilia and artifacts from yesteryear are cleverly displayed. Stay overnight and enjoy the hospitality of our rural retreats. Tucked away in a peaceful setting is Lily Lake Village Resort — renowned for its European design and cuisine, or relax at one of our many quaint bed & breakfasts. This region is also home of the award winning “Country Soul Stroll”, a self-guided driving route showcasing country culture. For more things to see & do while in Sturgeon visit www.sturgeoncounty.ab.ca City of St. Albert Welcome to St. Albert This vibrant city is rich in arts, culture, heritage and recreation. St. Albert is the oldest non-fortified community in Alberta. Mission Hill depicts this history and is home to Father Lacombe Chapel, a provincial historic site, built in 1861. Discover St. Albert’s rich agricultural history with a visit to St. Albert Grain Elevator Park. Built in 1906 and 1929 these majestic monuments to the past still grace the skyline. Red Willow Park offers over 70 km of multi-use trails and five major park areas including a water spray park, a beach volleyball court and a skateboard park. Big Lake and the Lois Hole Centennial Provincial Park are home to over 235 species of birds, and offers an extraordinary opportunity to discover nature. The Botanic Garden has the largest established rose garden in Alberta and Holes Greenhouse is a delight to visit twelve months of the year. Downtown St. Albert, the Arts & Heritage District is a visitor’s paradise. Unique shops and great restaurants are nestled amongst restored buildings, murals, and works of art. While downtown you can visit Profiles Art Gallery, the Musee Heritage Museum, the Michif Cultural & Resource Institute, and the Douglas Cardinal designed St. Albert Place including the Arden Theatre. Winter offers tobogganing, cross country skiing, and outdoor ice-skating. St. Albert is also home to Servus Credit Union Place, the largest leisure centre in Western Canada. For more things to see & do while in St. Albert visit www.stalbert.ca 6 VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 North Town of Bon Accord Bon Accord is located approximately 15 minutes north of Edmonton on Highway 28. The unusual beauty and lush landscape of the surrounding countryside has made Bon Accord a favorite. Bon Accord “Happy To Meet, Sorry To Part, Happy To Meet Again” is the motto of the City of Aberdeen, Scotland. “Leaves of Yesteryear “ — A History of the Bon Accord District describes the first settlers and typical homesteads. Established in 1896 as the Bon Accord District. Today, the Town of Bon Accord is a thriving community with many store front and home based businesses, rich in recreation, culture, and entertainment activities. With a population of over 1500, Bon Accord is becoming a popular satellite town with its uniqueness and quality of living. Annual events include our Old Fashioned Fall Supper, Dinner Theatre, Trade Fair, Town Wide Garage Sale, Craft Fair, Harvest Days celebration and bi-annual Women’s Conference. Bon Accord is alive with community spirit and involvement from our “Golden Gems” (seniors) to the youngest of our residents. Town of Gibbons “Living at its Best” A rural atmosphere in an urban setting, the Town of Gibbons provides a perfect backdrop for family living. Situated along the banks of the Sturgeon River, there is a variety of recreational opportunities for all ages. Gibbons is rich in history and you can walk the 2 km walking trail (part of the Trans Canada Trails) that used to be the tracks of the freight wagons that brought goods from Fort Edmonton to Athabasca Landing in the late 1800’s or preview life in that era by visiting the Gibbons Museum. Visit Longriders Campground and take a trail ride along the River Valley and see the Battenburg Tressle. Get the “Warm Hearted Community” feeling by taking a drive to see what Bon Accord has to offer you; enjoy the small town feeling with up-to date amenities. There are a number of community activities for all ages, including Family Day Weekend events in February, Canada Day Festival in July, Pioneer Days in August, and our outstanding Town Wide Garage Sale in September, plus many more. We invite you to visit Gibbons “Living at its Best”. For more things to see & do while in Bon Accord visit www.town.bonaccord.ab.ca For more things to see & do while in Gibbons visit www.gibbons.ca Town of Legal Visitors to Legal are welcomed to our bilingual town with a visual display of the town’s strong cultural heritage. The town is the Canadian Capital of French Murals which depicts the history of the area. These murals sit proudly about the town and have become a popular tourist attraction. Summer visitors to Legal may have the opportunity to enjoy the wonderful aroma and taste of freshly baked bread coming from a working open oven built as a replica of that used by our ancestors. You will also find the museum “Le Petit Musée de Legal”, which emphasizes the work of our pioneers. The annual festival known as the “Fete au Village” is held the last weekend of July and is an example of the community spirit that exists in the town. This well attended event is an opportunity for new visitors to celebrate the French culture of Legal’s pioneers as well as an opportune time for a reunion of family and friends. Legal is proud to have a Farmers Market which takes place on Thursday evenings from May through August. Make sure to stop by and shop for your fresh produce and gifts, as well, you can look forward to some local entertainment. Plan on making Legal your next stop for an overnight stay at our RV Park. We have a 14 stall park which connects with our walking trails and stocked fishing pond. For more things to see & do while in Legal visit www.town.legal.ab.ca VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 7 North Town of Mornville Morinville is a vibrant suburban community located 27 km north of Edmonton on Highway 2. The English, French and Germanic influence in the downtown core marks Morinville’s historic roots. Take a walk into Morinville’s past, settled in 1891, and explore history on the new self-guided Historic Morinville Walking Tour. From vignettes and founder’s monument in St. Jean Baptiste Park, to the stained glass beauty of St. Jean Baptiste Church built in 1907, to historic homes dotted throughout the downtown area. The adjacent rectory and church are designated Provincial Historical sites. The walking tour offers a pleasant diversion from today’s hectic pace. Nearby is the new spray water park you can cool off in. Take a break at one of our neighbourhood restaurants or at an old-fashion ice cream stand. For nature buffs, 6 km of paved walking trails hosts a gazebo and a shady picnic area complete with a barbeque to grill your fresh catch from an annually stocked Fish & Game Pond. For the skateboard fanatic the Bob Foster Extreme Skateboard Park is always open or enjoy a rousing game at our tennis courts. Lighted Skyline Park brings action on the ball diamonds into the night and hosts numerous tournaments. Play 18 holes of golf at one of our local beautiful courses, set up camp at the local campground, or take in some of the exciting events that are held throughout the year. Morinville is a great place to take a detour from your travels. This town is known for its friendly atmosphere, pride in the past and progressive look into the future. For more things to see & do while in Morinville visit www.morinville.ca Town of Redwater Redwater is a prosperous growing community which is home to over 2200 people, 150 businesses and is in close proximity to Alberta’s Industrial Heartland. Our town landmark, the oil derrick, is the tallest in North America. Redwater citizens enjoy a high quality of life that provides opportunity for involvement and a sense of belonging. Redwater is located 40 minutes northeast of Edmonton and is a safe and secure community with an RCMP detachment securely ensconced in the community. The Redwater Health Center as well as ambulance service and the Redwater Volunteer Fire Department serve the Town of Redwater and surrounding community. We boast playgrounds, park areas, ball diamonds, soccer pitches, an outdoor swimming pool, a running track, 9-hole grass green golf course, a skateboard park and our recreational center, Provident Place. Provident Place has undergone a major renovation and is home to our indoor skating arena; curling club; golf club and our youth group. Redwater has a full range of educational opportunities — from preschool to adult programs – and has ensured a future for its children by maintaining a high standard in its education system. The preschool programs include playschool as well as a headstart program. Located in the Town of Redwater, Ochre Park Elementary offers Kindergarten to grade 4 education and Redwater School provides grade 5-12 education. Redwater School also offers the Registered Apprenticeship Program (trades) as well as the Green Certificate Program (agriculture). For more things to see & do while in Redwater visit www.town.redwater.ab.ca 8 VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 North 1. Country Clay & Garden Works 3. First Choice Tree Nursery Country Clay & Garden Works includes 6000 square feet of greenhouse space nestled in the countryside. You will find a wide variety of bedding plants including annual flowers, vegetable transplants, and fragrant herbs. Discover our selection of hanging baskets and patio pots. Encounter countless varieties of trailing plants bursting with color. A large selection of prairie-hardy perennials and roses — both tea and hardy varieties and shrubs are also available. Our knowledgeable staff can assist you to ensure your visit is a pleasurable experience. Leave the hustle, bustle and concrete behind and take a 20-minute drive North from St. Albert or Edmonton to the tranquility of First Choice Tree Nursery. Family owned and operated, this hidden gem of the Edmonton area is celebrating 15 years of delighting both the novice and professional gardener. Contact: Loretta McDermott Address/Directions: Travel Highway 28 North to Redwater. Turn right at the Redwater exit. Continue east for 8 km to stop sign. Turn left onto Secondary Highway 829 for 3.2 km. Turn left onto Township Road 580 for 0.6 km. Phone: (780) 942-3282 Stroll through an amazing selection of potted trees, shrubs and evergreens offering everything from the “tried and true” to the “Wow! What’s that?” Stepping into the “Shade Lounge” provides the opportunity to relax and cool off among the shade-loving perennials and shrubs. Be inspired by container gardens, featuring the everyday to the exotic. Make your home and garden dreams blossom with unique home and garden décor and don’t forget to stop by “Santa’s Treasures”; a year-round specialty store, where the Spirit of Christmas comes alive everyday. (Sneak Peek for Christmas 2008, July 18 to 21). Contact: Debbie Cherdarchuk Hours: April 26 – June 30, 9:00 am – 9:00 pm except for Tuesday and Wednesday 9:00 am – 7:00 pm. Phone: (780) 939-4448 2. Erdmann’s Greenhouses Address/Directions: From Edmonton travel north on Highway 28 to Secondary Highway 642 (Morinville turnoff) and turn left (west). Travel 3.2 km and turn right (north) on Range Road 245 and continue north for 1.6 km From St. Albert travel north on Highway 2 to Sec. 642 (Morinville turnoff) and turn right (east). Continue east to Range Road 245 and turn left (north). Continue north for 1.6 km. Celebrating their 25th anniversary of growing, take a drive to Erdmann’s where you can wander leisurely through greenhouses filled with beautiful bedding plants, hanging baskets and planters. Relax and enjoy a coffee and some home-baked goodies as you take in the view of the Redwater River valley. A break from life’s hustle and bustle. As the seasons change, these local growers are proud to offer a wide array of tasty, good-for-you, fresh from the field veggies. Can’t make it to the farm? See them at a Farmers’ Market in Sherwood Park, Millwoods, St. Albert or Callingwood. The Erdmann family looks forward to seeing you here or there! Contact: Rony and Wendy Erdmann Phone: (780) 961-3912 Website: www.erdmannsgardens.com Hours: May 1 – June 10, 9:00 am – 9:00 pm, daily. July and August, Wed. and Fri. 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm, Sat., 10:00 am – 6:00 pm. Email: [email protected] Hours: Please call for open hours. 4. Gypsy Images Art Studio Sometimes you will find Gayle Taylor working on an incredible mural in a local school. Occasionally you might find her out looking for peculiar-looking rocks to transform into works of art. Periodically, you may catch her teaching a class. Usually though, you will find Taylor in her cozy, post-war era home drawing, painting and perfecting the art of burning design into wood; commonly known as pyrography. Intricate, elaborate and uniquely decorated wooden boxes catch one’s eye throughout the main floor studio. An artist for over two decades, her original works in acrylics, watercolors, and pen and ink extends from capturing wildlife on canvas to bringing stills to life. Many of her easels hold renditions of photographs that she has been commissioned to produce while others showcase her own creative images. The short drive north of Edmonton to the warm-hearted community of Bon Accord is time well spent to pay a visit to Gypsy Images Art Studio. Contact: Gayle Taylor Address: 4920-51 Avenue, Bon Accord, AB Phone: (780) 921-2623 Email: [email protected] Website: www.artwanted.com/Gypsy VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 9 North 5. LCJ Greenhouses & Gifts Only 20 minutes north of Edmonton, you will find LCJ Greenhouses, a family owned and operated business. Step inside and view our spectacular selection of plants. Choose from a beautiful selection of hanging baskets and containers or we can help you create your own, from our gorgeous geraniums, begonias, petunias, or other annual beauties. Our herbs will inspire, our tomatoes will tantalize, and our roses will romance you. Let us help make your garden a unique and special place with perennials, trees, and shrubs. Our gift shop provides the finishing touches with an array of garden ornaments. Contact: Eloise Ducherer Address/Directions: Travel Highway 28 north of Edmonton to Township Road 562 (Excelsior Road). Continue east to Range Road 241. Turn left and travel north for 2 km. Phone: (780) 921-2192 Email: [email protected] 7. Lily’s Greenhouse & Ornamental Garden Accessories Another exciting year for all avid gardeners. Is the tomato a vegetable or fruit? Lily’s Greenhouse will have 100 different varieties this season, some organic,some popular and some unique. We carry all the new varieties of bedding plants as well as the old faithfuls. We offer organic fertilizer and sea soil for best growing results. Lily’s store has uniquely designed hand crafted ornamental iron works, including tables, trellises, flower beds, a full range of designer pots and containers, our famous woofie wowzers and a large assortment of garden accessories. We specialize in moss containers and are happy to give free individual instructions on creating your own. We custom plant and design deck planters and moss baskets for residential and commercial. Come and enjoy free coffee and refreshments. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff are waiting. Hours: May 1 – June 30, Monday – Friday 9:00 am – 9:00 pm; Saturday and Sunday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm; July 1 – September 30, daily 10:00 am – 5:00 pm. Contact: Ed & Lily Lemiski 6. Lily Lake Resort Phone: : (780) 973-6263 or (780) 973-6518 Prepare to be pampered by country charm and elegance at Lily Lake Resort. Nestled on the western shore of beautiful Lily Lake, this European-style resort will make you feel relaxed and indulged. Uniquely-styled accommodations are found throughout the resort from the quaint Cuddle Inn to guest houses and bungalows. Every weekend our guests enjoy a sumptuous culinary buffet experience featuring over 100 items at our wellknown Sunday Brunch. Reserve for our Saturday Dine & Dance. Completely renovated and specializing in retreats, the facility now rivals major Canadian resorts. We can accommodate your group from 20 to 300 for a casual or formal function in our 35,000 square feet of banquet space, halls, and other delightful rooms. Contact: Rhonda Gill Address/Directions: Take Highway 28 north to Bon Accord. Turn left onto Lily Lake Road 1 km past Bon Accord. Continue north for 13 km. Phone: (780) 921-3441 or 1-888-921-3441 Email: [email protected] Website: www.lilylakeresort.com Hours: Bistro: Tuesday to Saturday 9:00 am – 2:00 pm; Sunday Brunch 10:30 am – 2:30 pm; Private reservations available. Address/Directions: From Edmonton: 4.5 km north from 163 Avenue on 127 Street, on right side of Sturgeon Road. From St. Albert: Follow Sturgeon Road east 5 km on left side of the road. Email: [email protected] Hours: 9:00 am to 8:00 pm Monday to Friday; 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Saturday, Sunday & Holidays 8. Longriders RV Park & Horseback Riding We offer “Big Rig Friendly” year round RV Parking with full services just 20 minutes north east of Edmonton and 1 km to all Gibbons amenities. Our picnic areas, kitchen catering and DJ services are ideal for any group function in a pretty country setting. We offer year round horse-drawn sleigh and wagon rides in the Greater Edmonton area and on site at Longriders. Spectacular horseback riding along the scenic Sturgeon River and surrounding river valley is a favorite. Visit our website for a virtual tour. Contact: Ken Dobush Address/Directions: Access from Secondary Highway 643 and Highway 28A, 1 km northeast of Gibbons. Phone: (780) 923-3300 Email: [email protected] Website: www.albertahorses.com Hours: Year round by reservation. 10 VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 North 9. McLeod Creek Farm Picnic and Campground Great family fun close to the city is yours at McLeod Creek Farm! Birthday parties, family reunions, and group tours are all welcome. If you have ever wanted to ride a pony, feed a duck, pet a goat, or meet a cow, take a wagon ride, have a picnic, stroll in natural prairie grassland, or sit by a peaceful creek, then this local destination is for you. Mcleod Creek Farm is dedicated to the preservation of endangered Canadian livestock and they offer visitors a unique chance to help in their preservation. Revenue generated from tours helps in the maintenance of the Lac La Croix Indian Ponies, Newfoundland Ponies, Canadian registered Shetland Ponies, Dexter Cattle, Jacob’s Sheep and more. Many heritage breeds of common domestic animals are rapidly disappearing from the genetic makeup of modern agriculture. Be a part of helping these rare breeds remain living history, and have some fun while you’re there! 11. Peas on Earth Organic Garden We are what we eat! We truly believe in it and, with passion, we devote our lives into growing organic vegetables. Nothing makes us happier than a satisfied customer. Feedback like, “Your spinach is the best!”, “Your peas are out of this world!”, “Your carrots and potatoes are unbelievably sweet!” We are encouraged to know so many people realize the importance of eating organic food. Visit our farm store or at one of our Farmers’ Market locations in Strathcona, St. Albert, or Callingwood. Contact: Ruby & Eric Chen Address/Directions: 24527 Sturgeon Road, across from Allin Ridge Estates; 3.5 km north of Edmonton city limits on 97 Street/ Highway 28. Turn left onto Sturgeon Road. Continue west for 2 km or check our website for directions to our farm. Phone: (780) 973-6680 Email: [email protected] Contact: Leah Milligan Website: www.peasonearth.ca Address/Directions: Located on Highway 28 north of the Gibbons overpass. Hours: Please refer to our website. Phone: (780) 921-2490 or (780) 668-2490 Email: [email protected] Website: www.mcleodcreekfarm.com Hours: Please visit our website for 2008 events and hours. Tours by appointment May – October. 10. MP Stables With 30 successful years in the business, MP Stables is highly qualified to meet your equine needs. We are open year-round and proudly offer formal carriages for special events; hay wagon, cutter, and sleigh rides, pony rentals, saddle horses, and guided horseback riding. Our services, which are available anywhere in Edmonton and the surrounding area, including at our own ranch, will definitely add a distinctive touch to your event. Our picnic and bonfire areas provide a peaceful, picturesque country location to host any outdoor gathering. For three decades our goal has been to provide reliable, friendly service. We invite you to visit us and enjoy the great Alberta outdoors! Contact: Morris & Evelyn Presiniuk 12. Pottery by Heather Pottery by Heather is a unique working pottery studio and gallery. Surrounded by beautiful gardens and accented with an eclectic collection of art and treasures, the studio is an expression of beauty in all its varied forms. Whether you are looking for the perfect wedding gift or that special mug, browsing the spacious gallery is a true adventure as we invite you to touch, handle, and admire our wide array of functional and decorative work. We will be delighted to show you the stages of pottery production: watch as we “throw” a pot from wet clay then witness the magic as finished pieces emerge from the gas-fired kilns. Contact: Heather Edwards Address/Directions: 4740 - 50 Street, Bon Accord: Travel Highway 28 north to Bon Accord. Turn left at the Husky Gas Station. Phone: (780) 921-3412 Email: [email protected] Website: www.PotteryByHeather.com Hours: Please call ahead to arrange a visiting time. Address/Directions: Located 5.5 km north of the intersection of Highways 37 and 28A. Phone: (780) 973-3352 Email: [email protected] Website: www.mpstables.com Hours: Open year round. Reservations recommended. VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 11 North 13. Prairie Gardens and Greenhouses Come experience an award-winning family Greenhouse, Corn Maze, and U-pick Strawberry and Pumpkin Farm located just ½ hour north of Edmonton on 97 Street. Discover spectacular spring flowers and Alberta fruit trees and summertime fun for the whole family including strawberry picking, petting farm, wagon-rides, kids mini-mazes, ‘gem’ mining and more. Sizzle your senses and pit your wits to solve the intriguing puzzle of the 7-acre Great Prairie Corn Maze — Canada’s largest dragon! Enjoy campfires, hot dog roasts, evening flashlight maze adventures, group outings, birthday parties, and play areas. The Strawberry Patio Café and Ice Cream Stoop offer country cuisine and seasonal treats. The quaint Gift Shops hosts garden décor, Red Hat memorabilia, kids fun, dragon and Halloween tricks and treats across the seasons. The famous Haunted Pumpkin Festival complete with pumpkin cannon, giant puppets, and colorful strolling characters, celebrates Halloween through October, Alberta style! Senior tours, safaris for kids, company picnics, and Red Hat luncheons — fabulous fun for ages 3 to 93! Admission applies to events and attractions. 14. St. Albert Botanic Park A profusion of pink roses bending ragged in the rain speaks to me of all gentleness and it’s enduring. ~ The Collected Later Poems of William Carlos Williams. We invite you to stroll in our city’s beautiful Botanic Park which is located along the scenic bank of the Sturgeon River. Visit the lovely roses in the garden. The varieties grown range from the tender tea rose to the hardy Explorer and Morden varieties in a rainbow of colors. Explore our extensive peony, lily, and dahlia beds. Relax on one of the many benches scattered throughout the Park. Meditate on the simple beauty that surrounds you. Bring a picnic lunch and share it with someone special. Be sure to attend our annual Mother’s Day Weekend Rose Sale. Address/Directions: From Highway 2 (St. Albert Road), turn east onto Sturgeon Road for 1 km. Phone: (780) 458-7163 Email: [email protected] Website: www.stalbertbotanicpark.com Hours: Open year round from sunrise to sunset. Contact: Tam Andersen Address/Directions: 56311 Lily Lake Road, Bon Accord; Travel Highway 28 north to Bon Accord. Turn left (North) 1 km east of Bon Accord onto Lily Lake Road. Continue north for 2 km. Phone: (780) 921-2272 Email: [email protected] Website: www.PrairieGardens.org Hours: April 26 – June 15, daily 9:00 am – 9:00 pm; July 1 – September 5 daily 10:00 am– 6:00 pm; September 6 – October 31, weekends 11:00 am – 5:00 pm. Reservations required for weekday tours. 15. St. Albert Farmers’ Market Fresh fruit, fine woodworking, ripe-off-the-vine vegetables, home baking, hand sewn works of art. These are just some of the great buys found at western Canada’s largest outdoor Farmers’ Market. Every Saturday starting June 14 through to the end of September, downtown St. Albert is transformed into a unique outdoor social and shopping extravaganza where buskers and musicians create a carnival atmosphere. Its no wonder close to 12,000 people visit each week. Address/Directions: Outdoor – Downtown St. Albert – Located on St. Anne Street & St. Thomas Street. Phone: (780) 458-2833 Email: [email protected] Website: www.stalbertchamber.com Hours: Saturdays from June 14 – September 27 10:00 am – 3:00 pm 12 VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 North 16. St. Albert Grain Elevator Park 18. Toula’s House of Clay St. Albert is Alberta’s history. Nestled in the heart of St. Albert sits the St. Albert Grain Elevator Park, home to two of Alberta’s provincially designated Grain Elevators. Built in 1906 and 1929, the Grain Elevators stand as a reminder of the city’s agricultural past and are symbols of our heritage. Take a guided tour of the historic elevators and talk with our interpreters, or attend one of our special events throughout the summer. We offer special group tours, birthday parties, and programs for daycare groups. Admission to the park is by donation, and pre-booked programs have a small fee. We look forward to seeing you. “When work, commitment, and pleasure all become one and you reach that deep well where passion lives, nothing is impossible.” Address/Directions: 4A Meadowview Drive, St. Albert; From St. Albert Trail, turn onto St. Vital Avenue then left on Mission Avenue. Cross the railroad tracks to Meadowview Drive. Phone: (780) 459-1528 Email: [email protected] Website: www.artsheritage.com Hours: Victoria Day (May 24) – Labour Day (September 1) Wednesday – Sunday, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm Imagine holding Edmonton’s Rutherford House in the palms of your hands. Or the house you grew up in. Or the church where you were married. Working from her pottery studio just east of Gibbons, the art of replicating architecture is Toula Prins’ pride and passion. Lining the walls of her comfortable workspace are row upon row of miniature houses, historical landmarks and colorful signature pieces. She carefully crafts each structure by hand, sometimes using as many as 150 pieces to complete a work. Originally from Greece, Toula began building replicas of the homes in her native country after immigrating to Canada. And so the story began and has never ended as she continues to preserve precious pieces of the past and present. Toula’s House of Clay is home to the gifts you just will not find anywhere else. Contact: Toula Prins Address/Directions: 56018 Range Road 225, Gibbons; Take Highway 28A north to Secondary Highway 643. Travel 5 km east to Range Road 225. Turn south for 3 km. Phone: (780) 998-1851 Email: [email protected] 17. St. Albert Greenhouses Website: www.toulashouseofclay.com Take a short drive into the country five minutes north of St. Albert, where you will receive expert advice at a country price. St. Albert Greenhouses is a family-oriented business, serving St. Albert and area for more than 35 years. Visit us this spring for high quality geraniums and begonias, as well as a great selection of spring bedding plants, hanging baskets, basket stuffers, perennials, and herbs. We also have vine-ripened hot house tomatoes mid-June to September. For Christmas, a profusion of poinsettias fill our greenhouse with spectacular color. Hours: Please call ahead to arrange a visiting time. Contact: Ralph Wirblich Address/Directions: From St. Albert, travel Highway 2 north to Highway 37 overpass. Exit right and proceed east to Fort Saskatchewan for 1.5 km. Turn left onto Range Road 252. Continue north for 1.5 km. Phone: (780) 939-3110 Hours: May & June; Monday – Friday, 9:00 am – 9:00 pm; Saturday & Sunday, 9:00 am – 6:00 pm. 19. Vintage Petals Tea House A charming, picturesque house provides a relaxed setting to enjoy a cup of specialty loose-leaf tea or freshly brewed specialty coffee. A lunch menu delights discerning customers with a variety of soups, salads, sandwiches and delectable desserts. Enhance your stay by browsing through antiques, collectibles and giftware items. Be sure to note beautifully crafted arrangements or bouquets as fresh flowers can brighten any day. Mini-talks regarding tea types, grades and blending techniques are on-going. Request a free sample from over 80 varieties. Advance tickets for Tea Tastings, Mystery Nights, and Tea Leaf Readings can be ordered by phone. Call for special event dates, such as artists in the yard, musicians on the veranda, and short dramatizations regarding local history. Strategically placed signage provides information as to the house’s historical significance and an informative brochure highlights events pertinent to the home. This is truly a showcase attraction. Address/Directions: Red Brick House at corner of 100 and 100 in Morinville Phone: (780) 939-3709 Email: [email protected] Hours: Open: Tuesday thru Saturday 10:00 am – 5:30 pm; Thursday 10:00 am – 8:00 pm; Sunday 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm May thru September. VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 13 North Art Studios & Galleries Toula’s House of Clay Pottery by Heather Profiles Public Art Gallery Gypsy Images Art Studio The Studio Gallery 998-1851 921-3412 460-4310 921-2693 460-5993 419-6800 921-2192 973-6263 939-3110 973-6680 921-2272 Landmarks, Historic Sites & Museums Extreme Activities Bob Foster Extreme Skateboard Park Quest for Adventure Morninville Paintball & Training Facility Skateboard Park/Beach Volleyball St. Albert BMX Track Stratotech Raceway 939-4361 462-4602 939-0141 459-1553 460-1269 998-9995 Facilities Arden Theatre Centralta Community Centre Heritage Grove Forest and Trail System Legal Arena Ray McDonald Sports Centre Servus Credit Union Place St. Albert Place Hole’s Greenhouses & Gardens LCJ Greenhouses Lily’s Greenhouse & Ornamental Garden Accessories St. Albert Greenhouse Peas on Earth Organic Garden Prairie Gardens &Greenhouses & Corn Maze 459-1542 961-3665 962-5759 961-3773 939-4361 / 939-3339 418-6088 459-1724 Food Products Lily Lake Village Resort Lola Canola Honey Smokin Elk Ranch 921-3441 921-3657 939 5659 Fun at the Farm Prairie Gardens & Greenhouses & Corn Maze Bread Oven – Legal 961-3665 / 961-4059 Father Lacombe Chapel 459-7663 Gibbons Museum 923-3331 St. Albert Grain Elevator Park & Train Station 459-4404 Historic Morinville self-guided walking tour 939-7702 Historic Vignettes in St. Jean Baptiste Park 939-4361 Little White School 459-4404 Michif Cultural & Resource Institute 651-8176 Mission Hill Historic Self-Guided Walking Tour 459-1724 Morinville Founders Monument 939-4361 Murals of Legal 961-3665 Musée Héritage Museum 459-1528 Museum “Le Petit Musée de Legal” 961-4059 / 961-3665 Namao Museum 973-5231 Redwater and District Museum 942-3206 Redwater Discovery Oil Derrick 942-3519 St. Jean Baptiste Church (Stations of the Cross) 939-4412 Nature Hikes, Trails, Gardens & Parks Cardiff Park Gibbons River Valley Trails Morinville Trails System Red Willow Park Trails St. Albert Botanic Park 939-4321 923-3331 939-4361 459-1724 458-7163 921-2272 Water Activities Fun at the Farm — Animals Alberta Rose Alpacas Canadian Plainsland Bison Chesla Farms Coronado Stables Diamond J Ranch & Sleigh Rides Fantasy Farm Alpacas Longriders RV Park & Horseback Riding McLeod Creek Farm MP Stables Peeters Pride Alpacas Sturgeon Bison & Quarter Horses 939-2368 973-3853 942-4491 942-2184 942-2100 961-3454 923-3300 921-2490 973-3352 973-3532 939-4838 Fountain Park Recreation Centre Gibbons Echo Glen Fishing Pond Heritage Lake Lacombe Lake Park Morinville Fish & Game Pond Morinville Spray Park Reel Angling Adventures Spray Park Sturgeon River/Big Lake Water Play Park 459-1553 923-3331 939-4361 459-1724 939-4361 939-4361 961-3726 / 1-866-961-3425 939-4361 459-1724 459-1553 Wildlife Experiences Big Lake Viewing Platform 459-1724 Fun at the Farm — U-Picks Berry Ridge Farm Tours Coronado Saskatoon U-Pick Farm E.L.K.S. Vegetable & Berry Farm Larkspur Gardens Prairie Gardens T & D’s Certified Saskatoons 913-5136 942-4146 460-2499 942-2553 921-2272 939-7161 Greenhouses & Farmers’ Markets Cheyenne Tree Farms Farmers’ Market – Gibbons Farmers’ Market – Legal Farmers’ Market – Redwater Farmers’ Market – Morinville Farmers’ Market – St. Albert First Choice Tree Nursery 14 456-2464 998-3050 961-2221 or 961-3660 942-3023 939-3292 458-2833 939 4448 VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 Winter Activities, Nature Hikes, Trails, Gardens & Parks Figure 8 Skating Park 939-4361 Reel Angling Adventures (Winter) 961-3726 / 1-866-961-3425 Riverlot 56 Natural Area 459-1724 Seven Hills Toboganning 459-1724 St. Albert Lakes & Ice Surfaces 459-1724 Sunshine Lake Toboganning 939-4361 VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 15 17 Information Centres = French Services = Sites = 16 Highway 16 = TransCanada Yellowhead Highway 20 Highway 2 = Queen Elizabeth Highway II Secondary Highway 637 = Highway 29 26 24 29 27 Aqualine Aquatics & Water Features, pg 21 Broken Wheel Bed And Breakfast, pg 21 City of Fort Saskatchewan Sheep Grazing, pg 21 Elk Island Retreat Ltd., pg 22 Greenland Garden Centre, pg 22 Parkland Conservation Farm, pg 22 Salisbury Greenhouses, pg 23 Stocks Greenhouse, pg 23 Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village, pg 23 Wallish Greenhouses, pg 23 LEGEND This map is for visual reference only. Highway = HWY Range Road = RGE RD Township Road = TWP RD Primary Highway = Secondary Highway = 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 22 21 23 28 29 25 East Strathcona County Spend the weekend in Strathcona County…. Only a short 5 minutes east of Edmonton, Strathcona County has something for everyone. Whether you are an outdoor enthusiast, looking for an indoor adventure, or just want a relaxing weekend, we have it all. Take a relaxing stroll through Broadmoor Lake Park, or strap on your rollerblades and roll on our 65 km of paved trails. Looking to get back to nature, take a stroll through the Sherwood Park Natural Area and perch yourself on the wildlifewatching platform for a relaxing afternoon in the wild. Want something a little less wild, take the family to see some of our unique farm animals or pick some berries at one of our local u-pick farms. Not really interested in picking your plants, then outfit your gardens and house with plants from one of our award winning greenhouses. Looking for a place to stay? Hang your hat in one of our local hotels, or really treat yourself by booking into a four-star bed and breakfast. If it’s a family adventure, make sure you stop by Millennium Place, where you can skate, swim or play a number of sports together. Thinking about going golfing? Strathcona County has 7 courses to choose from. Everything from the new Jack Nicklaus designed course to a small pitch and putt, your golfing needs are covered. Wow, a weekend doesn’t seem long enough to take it all in, so stay as long as you like. You’re always welcome in Strathcona County! For more things to see & do while in Strathcona visit www.strathcona.com City of Fort Saskatchwan Picture Yourself in Beautiful Fort Saskatchewan… 15 minutes from Edmonton. Stay overnight in our campground in the river valley next to the cooling breezes blowing off the North Saskatchewan River, or in a local bed and breakfast, or one of our hotels or motels. You’re right next to 30 km of paved walking and biking trails that wind through the park system. The parks in Fort Saskatchewan are truly amazing and offer every experience. We have the Kin Family Spray Park for some water fun, Legacy Park for great outdoor entertainment, and Turner Park in the beautiful river valley. It’s just a short drive to golf courses, indoor swimming pool, the downtown historic and business core with its variety of restaurants, products and services, and much more. Visit our flock of sheep during the summer and take a step back in time at the Fort Saskatchewan Museum and Historic Site. Or if you enjoy boating you can slide your canoe or powerboat into the North Saskatchewan River at Red Coat Landing or Strachan’s Landing Dock — only two of a handful of boat launches in the capital region. While visiting the City of Fort Saskatchewan don’t forget to check out what is happening at the Dow Centennial Centre. For a great night out, the 550 seat performing arts Shell Theatre may just have something on that catches your fancy. Life is good here! For more things to see & do while in Fort Saskatchewan visit www.fortsask.ca 18 VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 East Lamont County Lamont County is located in east central Alberta, 62km north east of Edmonton. It has a population of 4,212 plus 4,354 in the towns and villages. The County, which is nestled in the Beaver Hills, is part of the Kalyna Country Ecomuseum, a heritage district and is also proud to share a border with Elk Island National Park. Lamont County is proud to boast attractions such as the Ukranian Cultural Heritage Village, the Basilian Fathers Museum in Mundare and many interesting craft shops, churches and beautiful scenery. In fact, the County has declared itself as the “Church Capital of North America” as it has 47 churches within its limits, which is more per capita than anywhere else in North America. The County has a “Doors Open” event every June which gives people a chance to go on a bus tour of the churches. At the Parkland Conservation Farm south of the Town of Mundare on Highway 16 visitors can walk through the natural area or learn about modern agricultural conservation practices. Recreational facilities and activities include hockey arenas, curling rinks, a 9-hole golf course at Elk Island National Park, an 18-hole Championship golf course called Whitetail Crossing in Mundare, ball diamonds, tennis courts and a trout fishing pond. Lamont County welcomes you to join us and enjoy hiking, wildlife viewing, horseback riding, rodeos, agricultural shows, history, culture, festivals, arts & antiques and much, much more! For more things to see & do while in Lamont County visit www. lamontcounty.ca Village of Andrew Andrew is located on highways 855 and 45. The Village is proud and honored to be the home of the Premier of Alberta, the Honorable Ed Stelmach. Recreational amenities include a hockey arena, curling rink, badminton and tennis courts, floor curling, mini golf, horseshoes, bocce ball, playgrounds, baseball diamonds, and a full service RV Park. The kindergarten to grade twelve School Village office complex includes the Public Library, bowling alley, sauna, fitness room, meeting rooms. Centennial Park features a large gazebo, wildflowers, Japanese Rock and Memorial Rose Gardens. Remembrance Day has become a tradition with General Support Battalion participating in this special day solely dedicated to the Canadian Forces. Explore the past with a tour of the Andrew Grain Elevator Interpretive Centre, CP Station Museum and Caboose Car. A must see is the World’s Largest Mallard Duck that symbolizes Andrew’s location as a major flyway for water foul. For more things to see & do while in Andrew visit www.albertafirst.com/profiles/alberta/andrew VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 19 East Town of Bruderheim An Oasis in the Industrial Heartland If you are searching for a progressive community with small town values, a variety of services and a reasonable cost of living, you have found your place. Bruderheim is located 30 minutes northeast of Edmonton in close proximity to Alberta’s Industrial Heartland. Situated in a scenic setting, nestled between the North Saskatchewan River and Highway 15, Bruderheim offers the peace and quiet of country living. Yet its location and major transportation links, including rail and bus services, provide convenient connections to key sectors and amenities. Bruderheim is actively planning for future growth and development. Sustainable infrastructure, quality recreation services and town beautification efforts exemplify the strong vision Bruderheim has for its future. Take advantage of the trail system linked throughout the Town of Bruderheim. This new trail links all the neighborhoods together and provides a great space for those wanting to walk, run and bike on a paved trailway. While strolling the trails be sure to also educate yourself in the Bruderheim wetland area. This area along the trail allows you to take in all the natural beauty Bruderheim has to offer. The children can enjoy the new playgrounds which are placed throughout the walking trails. The playgrounds provide a safe and fun environment for kids of all ages. For more things to see & do while in Bruderheim visit www.bruderheim.ca Town of Mundare Small Town with a Big Heart .... Mundare is home to the world’s largest Ukrainian sausage. The town is renowned for its great tasting kubasa produced by the Stawnichy family for years. The many small craft and quilting shops located in Mundare really add a touch of country living to the town. Also located here is the Basilian Fathers Museum, housing an intriguing collection of artifacts and history. Right next to the museum is the Ukrainian Park Recreation Area, a fully serviced campsite and recreation area. The park provides serviced camp stalls, shower facilities, a public telephone, picnic shelter and large fire pits. Perfect for any overnight stay! The residents here are warm and friendly, proving that Mundare truly is a small town with a big heart. For more things to see & do while in Mundare visit www.mundare.ca 20 VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 East 20. Aqualine Aquatics & Water Features 22. City of Fort Saskatchewan Sheep Grazing Experience water gardening and invite nature into your life. Visit our aquatic greenhouse and beautiful display ponds, waterfalls, and fountains. At Aqualine, you will find a full range of water garden services, products, and an incredible variety of native water plants and water lilies. We specialize in the design and creation of unique, quality constructed water features, and offer water garden maintenance and consultation services. Seminars on water garden design and construction are also available. Our natural outdoor setting will inspire you to go with the flow of water gardening. Come join our flock! Have you ever walked through a flock of sheep or watched them graze in an urban area? If not, we invite you to come to Fort Saskatchewan where you can find sheep grazing in the middle of the city. This is definitely not typical — but then again, neither is Fort Saskatchewan! Just walk into a flock and you’ll be surrounded by warm wool. You can see sheep herding in action with our expert shepherd and sheep dogs throughout the summer. Not only are sheep friendly creatures that love to cuddle, they are quiet, easily herded, but they also enhance the soil, reduce or eliminate pesticide use, and our dependency on fossil fuels. A flock of 50 graze on City lands, providing a “ewe”-nique approach to keeping grass and weeds down! Come visit our friendly flock next to Legacy Park beside the Visitor Information Centre. Contact: Hugh & Jeannie Suffern Address/Directions: 23211 Township Road 514, Sherwood Park. Take Highway 216 or Anthony Henday East to Range Road 232. Drive south to Township Road 514 (Ellerslie Road). Turn right and continue for 160 metres. Contact: Diane Yanch Phone: (780) 467-3450 Address: 10006 – 100 Avenue, Fort Saskatchewan Email: [email protected] Phone: (780) 992-6261 Website: www.aqualinewaterfeatures.com Email: [email protected] Hours: May 1 – September 15, weekdays 10:00 am – 7:00 pm; Saturdays 9:00 am – 5:00 pm; Sundays until July 11:00 am – 4:00 pm. Website: www.fortsask.ca Hours: June 7 – September 3 Thursday – Sunday and Statutory Holidays – 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm. 21. Broken Wheel Bed And Breakfast Welcome to our “perfect country escape”! The Broken Wheel Bed & Breakfast is nestled within the trees on our private 30-acre property just minutes from Sherwood Park, Edmonton, Elk Island Park, the Ukranian Heritage Cultural Village and Half Moon Lake. Guests enjoy their own private entrance, kitchen and dining area and washroom. Each suite is decorated in vintage country charm and a self-serve continental breakfast is always available to start your day. There is much to experience at our country home. We offer a BBQ, children’s play fort, fire pit, and picnic tables. Guests can explore our gardens and hiking trails or catch some zzz’s in the hammock for two. Birdwatchers will not be disappointed nor will those seeking quiet seclusion. Enjoy the company of our horses and pets as well as the wildlife that might happen by. Let a starry night amaze you. Contact: Karen and Ralph Heinemann Address/Directions: From Highway 14, turn south on Range Road 221. Follow Range Road 221 for approximately 3 km. Gateway and sign are on west side. Phone: (780) 922-6494 Toll free for Canada and the US 1-866-922-6111 Email: [email protected] Website: www.edmonton-bed-and-breakfast.ca Hours: Open year round. Call ahead for booking VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 21 East 23. Elk Island Retreat Ltd. 24. Greenland Garden Centre When visiting the country, consider a trip to Elk Island Retreat. A private campground east of Edmonton, Elk Island Retreat is located close to Elk Island National Park and the Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village. Enjoy the peaceful setting and hike the trails that wind through a beautiful forested valley. Camp in your RV at our fully serviced or un-serviced sites, or stay in a Tipi or Trapper’s Cabin. For a truly unique experience, book an aboriginal program with Aboriginal people and learn about their history, culture, and traditions. The Retreat is a great spot for winter camping. Reservations are required for camping and programs. Greenland Garden Centre is Alberta’s premier destination for every level of gardener. From the moment you arrive, see why we have been voted “Canadian Retailer of the Year”. Inspiring displays and gardens, incredible home & garden décor, and superior customer service are our priorities. Our outstanding selection of shrubs, trees, perennials, roses, and water plants is unsurpassed. Children love to visit our playground while parents enjoy a delicious cappuccino. Greenland’s impressive selection of home décor and accessories change every season including Christmas, when over 50 amazing themed trees are decorated. Whether it is fresh florals, home and garden classes, landscape materials, or some great ideas, Greenland is THE place to visit. Contact: Doug Heckbert & Rick Hanneman Address/Directions: From Highway 16 East, travel to Range Road 212 (Brookville Road). Proceed 13 km north to Township Road 544. Turn east and travel 5 km to Range Road 205. Turn south for 100 metres. Contact: Deborah Sirman Phone: (780) 998-0708 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Website: www.greenlandgarden.com Website: www.elkislandretreat.com Hours: April – December, weekdays 9:00 am – 9:00 pm; weekends and holidays 9:00 am – 6:00 pm; January – March, weekdays 9:00 am – 6:00 pm; Saturday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm; Sunday and holidays 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm. Hours: Retreat open year round. Reservations required. Address/Directions: 23108 Highway 16 East; Located on the north side of Highway 16 at the intersection of Clover Bar Road. Phone: (780) 467-7557 25. Parkland Conservation Farm Visit 600 acres of scenic cropland, pasture, Dense Nesting Cover, and Native Aspen Parkland habitat with a trail system throughout. Participate in farm tours demonstrating sustainable agriculture practices that conserve soil, water, and wildlife habitat. The Agro-Environmental Education Program is available to learning groups year-round. NEW is a Corn Maze — fun for the whole family! Visit us for our special events: Harvest Moon Party and Corn Roast in September and the Winter Wonderland Party on Family Day in February. Contact: Diana Bingham Address/Directions: Located east of Mundare on Highway 16. Turn south onto Range Road 163. Phone: (780) 764-3927 Email: [email protected] Website: www.parklandconservationfarm.com Hours: Open year round 22 VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 East 26. Salisbury Greenhouses Enjoy our year-round garden centre. In spring and summer, view the many varieties of perennials, annuals, trees, shrubs, roses and enchanting waterfalls and fountains. A tour can be arranged to view our production and growing areas. Browse through our giftware department and see our floral designers at work. Our tropical area includes orchids, cactus, succulents and other flowering varieties. In the fall and winter, over 15,000 poinsettias are grown in the garden centre. It is a wonder to behold during the festive season. 28. Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village Email: [email protected] Did you know East Central Alberta was once home to the largest bloc settlement in all of Canada? In fact, it was the largest settlement in the world outside of Ukraine! The Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village is a multi award-winning provincial historic site and outdoor living history museum showcasing east central Alberta from the time frame of 1892 – 1930. Through the use of first person interpretation, visitors become time travellers and get to meet costumed interpreters portraying real folks who once lived in the area. The site, valued at over $16.2 million dollars, offers a variety of historic buildings in rural, farmstead or town site areas including three churches of Eastern Byzantine rite, a burdei (sod hut), and fully functioning blacksmith shop. Historic routines such as gardening, tending livestock, baking break and preparing meals are incorporated in programming. Visitors can sample traditional fare at the site’s open-air food kiosk or purchase themed or locally produced handicrafts. Lots of events! Website: www.salisburygreenhouse.com Contact: Arnold Grandt Hours: April to mid May, Monday - Saturday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm; Sunday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm; Beginning May 15, Monday – Friday 9:00 am – 9:00 pm, weekends 9:00 am – 6:00 pm. Address/Directions: Located 25 minutes east of Edmonton on Highway 16 East (Yellowhead Highway). Contact: Anna Pandos Address/Directions: From Edmonton: Travel east on the Whitemud Freeway to Range Road 232, turn left (north) and 3 km you will see our business gates. In Sherwood Park: travel 1 km south of Wye Road on Range Road 232. Phone: (780) 467-5743 Phone: (780) 662-3640 Email:[email protected] 27. Stocks Greenhouse The most noteworthy thing about gardeners is that they are always optimistic, always enterprising, and never satisfied. They always look forward to doing something better than they have ever done before. ~ Vita Sackville-West, 1892-1962. Website: www.tprc.alberta.ca/uchv Hours: May 17 – September 1, daily 10:00 am – 6:00 pm; weekends from September 6 – October13, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm. 29. Wallish Greenhouses Phone: (780) 467-3819 89 years of experience as greenhouse growers are evident the moment you enter Wallish Greenhouses. Founded in 1919 and renown for our hanging baskets and containers, this thirdgeneration, family-run business is one of the oldest greenhouse establishments in Alberta. In 2006, we introduced “The Potting Shed” where our friendly staff guide you in creating your own planters, hanging baskets, and containers from our ever-expanding selection of perennials and annuals. Upon completion of your one-of-a-kind creation, continue to explore the unbelievable selection of plants chosen for their outstanding performance in the Capital Region, 98% of which are grown at Wallish Greenhouses. We look forward to welcoming new and return customers this season. Email: [email protected] Contact: Dan Murphy Hours: May and June: Monday – Friday, 9:00 am – 9:00 pm; Saturday and Sunday 10:00 am – 6:00 pm. Address/Directions: 53218 Range Road 231, Sherwood Park; Travel 0.5 km north of Highway 16 East on Clover Bar Road. New and seasoned gardeners alike can meet the people who are growing for them. A profusion of annuals, perennials, eyestunning baskets and planters from the toughest tried and true, to the newest and unusual varieties are available. Arrange a guided tour, take our planter classes for groups of six or more, and enjoy a hands-on approach to creating a “grower’s greenhouse”. At Stocks we look forward to helping you do something better than you have ever done before in your garden! Contact: Ben & Karen Stocks Address/Directions: 53360 Highway 21, Sherwood Park; 2.5 km north of Highway 16 East, on Highway 21. Phone: (780) 467-3091 Hours: April 28 – July 15, Monday – Friday 9:00 am – 9:00 pm; Saturday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm; Sunday 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm. VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 23 East Extreme Activities Edmonton Soaring Club Elk Island Sales Inc. Fort Saskatchewan Skateboard Park Millennium Place Skateboard Park Sunridge Ski Area Landmarks, Historic Sites & Museums 363-3860 / 468-6418 998-9159 992-6280 467-2211 449-6555 Facilities DOW Centennial Centre 992-6400 Glen Allan Recreation Complex 467-4404 Kinsmen Leisure Centre (Swimming Pool) 464-2112 / 467-5800 Millennium Place Recreation Centre 416-3300 Shell Theatre 992-6400 Smeltzer House Centre for Arts and Culture 464-2023 Strathcona County Heritage Museum & Archive 467-8189 Wabamun & District Museum 892-2699 Food Products Stawnichy Sausage – Tours Nature Hikes, Trails, Gardens & Parks 428-8333 Fun at the Farm Aspenhurst Garden & Gallery Parkland Conservation Farm Valleyview Farms 895-2564 764-3927 365-2419 Fun at the Farm — Animals Cadence Creek Equine Centre Calvert Farms Dirt Willy Game Bird Farm and Hatchery Fort Saskatchewan Sheep Grazing Keno Hills Stables Still Meadows Ranch Willow’s Edge Farm 908 1604 363-2216 922-6080 998-1783 922-2941 922-5566 662-4989 Fun at the Farm — U-Picks A-5 Berry Farms Alberta Country Orchards Beaverhill Berry Farm 998-2782 998-0481 363-2244 24 Astotin Natural Area 427-3582 / 1-866-427-3582 Broadmoor Lake Park 467-2211 Bruderheim Natural Area 464-7955 Cooking Lake – Blackfoot Recreation Area 922-3293 Dow Wildlife Greenbelt & Nature Area 998-8028 Edgar T. Jones Natural Area 427-3582 Elk Island National Park 992-2950 Fort Saskatchewan Trail System 992-6280 Heritage Parkway Trail System 467-2211 North Cooking Lake Natural Area 427-3582 / 1-866-427-3582 Sherwood Park Natural Area 467-2211 South Cooking Lake Day Use Area 922-2174 Strathcona Wilderness Centre 922-3939 Turner Park & North Saskatchewan Trails 992-6200 Whitford Lake & Creek Wetland Preserve 365-2284 Water Activities Fort Saskatchewan Boat Launches Half Moon Lake Resort Ltd. Kawtikh Recreation Retreat Lamont Fish Pond 998-6280 922-3045 922-5168 895-2407 Wildlife Experiences Greenhouses & Farmers’ Markets Aqualine Water Features & Landscapes Country Road Greenhouses Farmers’ Market – Andrew Farmers’ Market – Baseline Road Farmers’ Market – Chamber of Commerce, Sherwood Park Farmers’ Market – Festival Place, Sherwood Park Farmers’ Market – Fort Saskatchewan Greenland Garden Centre Hastings Lake Gardens Jones Family Greenhouse Northstar Nursery & Garden Centre Salisbury Greenhouses Thiel’s Greenhouses Ltd Andrew Grain Elevator Interpretive Centre 365-2237 Andrew Station/Museum 365-3687 Basilian Fathers Musem 764-3887 Chipman Mural 363-3982 Fort Saskatchewan Museum & Historic Site 998-1783 Kalyna Country Ecomuseum 1-888-452-5962 Lamont County Churches – Self Guided Tour Booklet 895-2233 Lamont Hospital Mural 895-2211 Mundare Grotto 764-3929 Skaro Shrine 896-2249 Smeltzer House Centre for Arts & Culture 464-2023 Strathcona County Heritage Museum & Archives 467-8189 Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village 662-3640 Victoria Settlement 656-2333 Walker School – Bruderheim 796-3357 World’s Largest Mallard 365-3687 World’s Largest Sausage 764-3929 467-3450 467-5784 365-3741 440-1508 464-0801 464-3354 998-4355 467-7557 662-2494 896-2402 895-7634 467-5743 796-3501 VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 Elk Island Retreat Ltd. Ministik Bird Sanctuary 998-3442 / 998-0708 464-7955 Winter Activities, Nature Hikes, Trails, Gardens & Parks Fort Saskatchewan Ski Trails Rides ’n Slides 998-1783 922-2438 ~ Central 195 Avenue 18 Street Welcome to Edmonton, Canada’s Festival City, well known for its thriving arts and cultural community — also named Canada’s Cultural Capital for 2007. As Edmonton Festival City, we’re live all year with over 30 renowned music, arts and cultural festivals including the internationally renowned Folk, Fringe and Street Performers Festival. Edmonton is one of Canada’s sunniest cities and with up to 17 hours of daylight in the summer. Check out our magnificent river valley with dozens of trails to explore. This urban parkland is 22 times larger than Central Park! The region also boasts 40 plus attractions including art galleries, museums, zoos and historical sites. Just to name a few these attractions include: West Edmonton Mall, TELUS World of Science, Fort Edmonton Park, Art Gallery of Alberta and the Royal Alberta Museum. Edmonton is a shopper’s haven and Alberta is the only province with no provincial sales tax! Marvel at Alberta’s number one attraction West Edmonton Mall with over 800 stores & services and eight amazing attractions. Voted on as one of the 10 coolest neighbourhoods in Canada, visit Old Strathcona for eclectic shops, cafes, nightclubs, theatre and attractions. Plus, take a stroll through the 124 Street which encompasses the Gallery Walk district, the first of its kind in Canada. On the town, Edmonton’s restaurants, theatres, concert halls, and nightspots swing into high gear. Be sure to catch all the action of an Edmonton Eskimos football game, an Edmonton Oilers NHL hockey game, a Cracker Cats baseball game, and our newest, Edmonton Rush lacrosse team — or the over 70 Edmonton and area golf courses that will challenge and delight any player. Edmonton’s culinary expertise shines in its 2,000 plus restaurants. Try our regional cuisine. For more information on things to see and do visit: www.edmonton.travel or call 1-800-463-4667. Jenifer Christenson ([email protected]) Director, Marketing & Communications Edmonton Tourism – A Division Of Edmonton Economic Development Corporation 9990 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton,AB T5J 1P7 Phone: (780) 917-7890 Fax:(780) 425-5283 www.edmonton.com 28 VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 LEGEND This map is for visual reference only. Highway = HWY Range Road = RGE RD Township Road = TWP RD Primary Highway = Secondary Highway = Information Centres = French Services = Sites = 16 Highway 16 = Yellowhead Highway Highway 2 = Queen Elizabeth Highway Secondary Highway 637 = Highway 29 Art Studios & Galleries 124 Street Gallery Walk Association – Art of Edmonton Alberta Craft Council Gallery Art Gallery of Alberta 488-3619 488-6611 422-6223 Extreme Activities BMX (Argyll Velodrome) Centre of Gravity/Blue Thunder Bungee Edmonton Skydive Centre E-Z Air Helicopter Laser Quest Mad Existence Laser Tag Rock/n/Wall University of Alberta Climbing Wall Vertically Inclined Rock Gym Windship Aviation 450-8392 489-4339 444-5867 453-2085 424-2111 489-6341 444-5391 492-2767 496-9390 438-0111 Central Facilities ACT Recreation Centre Commonwealth Sports & Fitness Centre Grand Trunk Leisure Centre Kinsmen Sports Centre MacEwan Centre for Sport and Wellness Millwoods Recreation Centre YMCA Downtown YMCA East (Castledowns) YMCA South (William Lutsky) YMCA West (Jamie Platz) Nature Hikes, Trails, Gardens & Parks 496-1494 944-7400 496-8761 944-7400 497-5300 496-2900 421-9622 476-9622 439-9622 481-9622 288-0208 Fun at the Farm — Animals Whitemud Equine Learning Centre Association 435-3597 Greenhouses & Farmers’ Markets Apache Seeds Arch Greenhouses Beverly Towne Farmers’ Market Bonnie Doone Garden Centre Callingwood Farmers’ Market Capilano Farmers’ Market City Market Downtown on 104 Street Ellerslie Gift and Garden Hyde Park Greenhouses Kuhlmann’s Market Gardens and Greenhouses Millwoods Farmers’ Market Natures Everblooming Garden Centre Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market Terra Losa Farmers’ Market Wellington Gift and Garden Westmount Farmers’ Market Whitemud Garden Centre 489-4245 438-4349 413-6244 440-3053 487-8649 459-6082 429-5713 988-6622 487-6887 475-7500 452-1339 484-3881 439-1844 452-1339 455-2281 459-6082 944-9985 Landmarks, Historic Sites & Museums Alberta Aviation Museum Alberta Government House Alberta Legislature Building Alberta Railway Museum Edmonton Public Schools Archives and Museum Fort Edmonton Park Great Divide Waterfall High Level Bridge Streetcar John Walter Museum La Salle Historique Loyal Edmonton Regiment Museum Muttart Conservatory Old Strathcona Royal Alberta Museum Rutherford House Telephone Historical Centre TELUS World of Science Edmonton Ukrainian Canadian Archives and Museum Ukrainian Museum of Canada 496-4999 424-4085 496-8787 Other Neat Stuff Galaxyland Amusement Park Metro Cinema West Edmonton Mall Whitemud Drive Amusement Park 444-5300 425-9212 444-5300 465-1190 Theatres Fun at the Farm Edmonton Corn Maze Edmonton River Valley Trail System Heritage Trail John Janzen Nature Centre 451-1175 427-2281 427-7362 472-6229 422-1970 496-8787 Citadel Theatre John L. Haar Theatre Jubilations Dinner Theatre Mayfield Dinner Theatre Metro Cinema Meyer Horowitz Theatre Roxy Theatre Timms Centre for the Arts Varscona Theatre Walterdale Playhouse 425-1820 497-4470 484-2424 483-4051 425-9212 492-4764 453-2440 492-2273 433-3399 439-2845 Water Activities City of Edmonton Swimming Pools Edmonton Queen Riverboat Klondike Jet Boats West Edmonton Mall – World Water Park 496-7946 424-2628 486-0896 444-5300 Wildlife Experiences John Janzen Nature Centre Valley Zoo 496-8787 496-8787 Winter Activities Alberta Legislature Public Skating Information City Hall Public Skating Information City of Edmonton Information Edmonton Ski Club Edmonton Tobogganing Areas Snow Valley Ski Area 427-7362 496-8200 496-4999 465-0852 496-2966 434-3991 437-7721 496-8787 485-8627 421-9943 496-8787 437-4182 453-9100 427-3995 433-1010 451-3344 424-7580 483-5932 VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 29 LEGEND This map is for visual reference only. Highway = HWY Range Road = RGE RD Township Road = TWP RD Primary Highway = Secondary Highway = 30 Information Centres = French Services = Sites = 16 Highway 16 = TransCanada Yellowhead Highway Highway 2 = Queen Elizabeth Highway II Secondary Highway 637 = Highway 29 31 Amazing Field Maze, pg 36 Canadian Petroleum Discovery Centre, pg 36 Ellerslie Gift and Garden Centre Ltd., pg 36 Millcreek Nursery, pg 36 31 32 33 30 33 30 32 Anthony Henday (Highway 14) South Leduc County Experience Summer in Leduc County Make this summer memorable with all Leduc County has to offer. You don’t have to go any further than Leduc County to experience a variety of recreation and leisure opportunities. From corn mazes and u-pick gardens to golf courses and campgrounds, there is something for everyone. Many exciting experiences await you this summer in Leduc County. Experience our Parks — Jubilee Park Campground and Day Use Area is located just 45 minutes southwest of Edmonton at Wizard Lake. Experience the many opportunities this lake has to offer such as picnicking, waterskiing, windsurfing, fishing, boating and swimming. And if luck is on your side, you just might experience one of our spectacular sunsets. Escape from the city to Centennial Park Campground and Day Use Area, located just southeast of Edmonton. The natural beauty of this park provides the opportunity for a nature and wildlife experience for the whole family. Many species of wildlife make their homes in this area, and the park facilities allow you to explore nature at its best. City of Leduc Welcome to the City of Leduc — a small City that’s becoming world famous. Famous for its small town charm — Leduc has everything you’d want in a big city. Located 10 minutes south of Edmonton, and across the highway from the Edmonton International Airport; the City of Leduc is an energetic, modern and progressive city of nearly twenty thousand people. With miles of paved multiways — intertwined throughout the community — and unique shops in the downtown core — the City of Leduc is vibrant and truly a great place to live, work and visit. Leduc offers plenty of recreational activities the whole family can enjoy. When passing though town — visit the Leduc Recreation Centre for an afternoon swim, a fitness class and much more. Or, stop by one of our lush green parks for an afternoon picnic, or a quick wash of your fish line. Recreational and cultural programs reflect the up-beat nature of this modern city. Year-round activities geared to all ages and lifestyles ranging from the popular theatrical and musical Imagine a great family experience… Host your next family reunion productions at the Maclab Centre for the Performing Arts to or large get together at this park located just 55 km west of the variety of exciting festivals and celebrations taking place Leduc. This site offers a large group campground in a luscious throughout the community over the course of the year. park space located on the beautiful Sunnybrook Creek. You must The Dr. Woods Museum, the Cultural Village, and WoodCrib pre-book this area. Elevator Museum are just a few of the rich historical sites that Take a drive through the countryside to this beautiful community house and tell the amazing stories from the days gone past. park located in the western portion of Leduc County. This When you’re flying into Edmonton or headed south on the Queen little gem allows visitors to experience an afternoon of fishing, Elizabeth highway — stop by Leduc for the ultimate experience. picnicking and history. For more things to see & do while in Leduc County visit For more things to see & do while in the City of Leduc visit www.leduc.ca www.leduc-county.com VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 31 South Town of Millet Town of Calmar ‘Come Home to Calmar’ Our slogan for our friendly, vibrant and growing community that preserves a small town atmosphere while being at the hub of an amazing variety of attractions within easy reach. Located ten minutes from Edmonton International Airport and just 25 minutes southwest of the City of Edmonton, the Town is also in close proximity to Wizard and Pigeon Lakes, both high quality recreational areas. Historic boom-town frontages on Main Street set the tone for a historic walking tour and include views of stunning murals depicting scenes of Calmar’s past. Many more old photographs, along with original pioneer accounts, are displayed in our virtual museum on our corporate web site. With limitless space, our museum is in a constant state of expansion. The Town of Millet, population 2,125, is located on Highway 2A, 45 km (25 minutes) south of Edmonton or 20 km (15 minutes) south of the Edmonton International Airport. A picturesque rural community, it is situated alongside the original Pacific Railway built in 1891, and is centered on a 65-acre park system with natural and manicured areas, including Pipestone Creek and Eyot Creek. Multi use lighted and paved pathways, trails and facilities such as the Agriplex, ball diamonds, soccer fields, and a splash pad are also part of the system. Millet hosts a variety of annual events such as Millet Days, Soccer, Ball, Hockey and Broomball Tournaments, a Community Garage Sale, Country Gospel Concerts, a Garden Tour & Strawberry Tea, the Harvest Festival, and a Skating Carnival. Millet became known as “the Prettiest Little Town in Alberta” largely due to its champion status in the National Communities in Bloom Program. Millet is also home to a Recognized Community Travel Alberta Visitor Information Centre and an Award Winning Museum and Archives. Millet welcomes you to scout its scenic setting, experience its the attractions, tour the gardens, view the murals and historic Known throughout the province for our stunning floral displays, plaques, browse in the library, stop and shop, play in the park or Main Street is just one area that attracts tourists with hanging trek the trails. baskets on antique-style lamp posts and floral planters outside many businesses. Elegant elms adorn the sidewalks on either side For more information about Millet attractions and of what is also a provincial highway. events join us online at: www.millettourism.ca The Trans Canada Trail runs through Calmar from the east welcome sign to the west, going past attractive plantings of trees and shrubs, including berry bushes along the way. Soon to be added to the walking paths will be the Conjuring Creek trail, a new park preserved in a natural state. Woodland Park, the oldest green space, is the jewel in the crown with themed floral displays, trees, a mural and a dedication plaque to the founders of the community. For more things to see & do while in Calmar visit www.town.calmar.ab.ca 32 VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 South Town of Devon Town of Thorsby Let’s Do it in Devon... The Best of Both Worlds Experience a ride like no other in Devon’s mile upon mile of outdoor freedom. With trails to rival the mountain resorts and a river that offers up some of the best access in northern Alberta adventure lovers will be cycling, canoeing, boating and hiking their way back here at every opportunity. With so many thrills to choose from one day probably won’t be enough. But if thrills aren’t your thing, we offer the quiet experience too but shhhhh, don’t tell, it’s our little secret. Don’t take it from us; one visitor wrote “The walking trails were fantastic; I thought I was in the mountains with the North Saskatchewan River, deep valley and screaming hawks in the air. The next time I need to get away from the big city I’m going to Devon”. Come and escape the city, we’ll see you soon... however you choose to get here. Thorsby, located 20 minutes west of Leduc and 40 minutes southwest of Edmonton, maintains the peaceful, secure, and friendly atmosphere of a small rural community. Offering an enviable quality of life for all ages, Thorsby has an abundance of green space providing families with recreational opportunities right at their doorstep and a variety of golf courses in the surrounding area host golfing recreation for all skill levels. For more things to see & do while in Devon visit www.town.devon.ab.ca Visit our friendly business community and join us for a great variety of annual events including an Evening of Comedy, the Haymaker Rodeo and Fair, Thorsby’s Indoor Garage Sale, Halloween Spooktacular and our Christmas in the Village. We would love to see you there! Town of Beaumont We would like to invite you to visit Beaumont, Alberta! We are a thriving community with a French heritage, providing a choice location in which to live, work, invest and play. We are one of Canada’s Top 20 Fastest Growing Communities and have grown to our present size of approximately 10,000 people. This picturesque village is located in a mainly agricultural area. Much of the surrounding land is actively used for growing crops, feeding livestock, and providing lumber and mineral resources. The location of the community increases the chance of residents seeing wildlife and provides excellent opportunities for nature pursuits. For more things to see & do while in Thorsby visit www.village.thorsby.ab.ca Our expanding residential growth provides a great selection of homes for the first-time buyer, or for those looking for a move-up market. You may select a lot on a quiet cul-de-sac, be adjacent to a park, or overlook a championship 18-hole golf course. The choice is up to you! Our downtown can provide you with daily conveniences as well as numerous opportunities to set up your business. Developed commercial space is available for you or you can choose to build your own facility. Two high-traffic commercial developments, that are currently under construction, provide opportunities for new business. There is a great future waiting for you in Beaumont. Come and see what we have to offer; and, why we believe “Life is Better in Beaumont!” You’ll be glad you did! For more things to see & do while in Beaumont visit www.town.beaumont.ab.ca VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 33 LEGEND This map is for visual reference only. Highway = HWY Range Road = RGE RD Township Road = TWP RD Primary Highway = Secondary Highway = Information Centres = French Services = Sites = 100 Highway 16 = TransCanada Yellowhead Highway Highway 2 = Queen Elizabeth Highway II Secondary Highway 637 = Highway 29 These Special Events Are Across All Regions Mother’s Day Weekend Spring Drive 65 Country Soul Stroll – 6th Anniversary! 85 Country Christmas 50 84 Campsite Road 52 Parkland Drive 48 Range Road 273 (Golden Spike Road) 71 Enoch First Nations 88 (Woodbend Road) 64 78 59 62 87 90 91 60 69 79 80 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 34 Santa’s Treasures Year-round Event Andrew Farmers’ Market Stony Plain Farmers’ Market Bull-a-rama Supreme XV Spring Pottery Sale Work of Our Hands Open House & Sale Mother’s Day Weekend Spring Drive David Thompson Bicentennial Brigade Beverly Towne Farmers’ Market Celebration of Dance Devon Days Redwater Farmers’ Market Always Number One! Weekend of Endurance – 5 Peaks Junior Roughneck Day CampR VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 53 56 Township Road 580 57 72 77 89 824 47 82 Range Road 225 67 81 51 86 46 49 66 29 Range Road 252 83 63 68 74 195 Avenue 18 Street 54 55 70 73 75 61 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 58 80 61 62 63 76 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 Water Garden Tour Devon Dust-up Cross-Country Country Soul: TASTE the Summer 17th Annual Herb And Flower Festival Country Soul Stroll – 6th Anniversary! Summer Sizzler Rodeo & Fair 2008 Fairy Berry Festival Seniors’ Day at the St. Albert Discovery Days Ukrainian Day 16th Annual Stony Plain Cowboy 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 Redwater Discovery Days Friends’ Ukrainian Music Fest Yellow Ribbon Day at the St. Albert Farmers’ Market Harvest of the Past & Taste of Heritage Food Fest Maze Days 10th Annual Harvest Moon Fiddle Festival Fall Family Festival (Pine Pavilion/Classroom) 8th Annual Get Energized Career Fair Science & Technology Week Information Night Haunted Pumpkin Festival Andrew Garlic Festival Annual Artist and Artisans’ Sale Christmas at Grove Valley Gardens Country Christmas Work of Our Hands Open House & Sale Christmas in the Park Winter Wonderland Event Redwater’s Annual Christmas Craft Sale Devon Ironman & Ironmaiden Devon International Women’s Day VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 35 South 30. Amazing Field Maze 32. Ellerslie Gift & Garden Are you looking for an AMAZING outdoor adventure for your family outing, birthday party or school field trip? Then come visit us at the Amazing Field Maze near Leduc. Test your skills to decode the message spelled out in the corn maze, visit the farm animals, challenge your friends to a game of horseshoes, and enjoy your picnic lunch or wiener roast by the campfire. Plan to spend a couple of hours getting lost once the corn reaches for the sky! There is plenty to do for all ages so we look forward to seeing you this summer and don’t forget Maze Days on September 20th & 21st! This amazing gift shop showcases an intriguing selection for all occasions from birthday, anniversary, promotion and retirement gifts to holiday season and host and hostess gifts. Explore unusual indoor and outdoor artwork, furniture, clocks, jewelry and ornaments, vases and glassware, hooks, sconces and other décor enhancements. Discover special treats in the gourmet section and whimsical cards in the stationary section. Visit the tropical atrium for elegant orchids and fragrant gardenias or fruitful foliage like orange, lemon, lime and pomegranate trees. Bonsai, bamboo, palm trees, carnivorous plants, cacti and succulents also await you in the atrium. During the growing season, stroll through the garden center to choose your trees and shrubs, bedding plants and garden accessories. In every season enjoy delicious hot tea and coffee as well as cold fruit blend refreshments and tasty snacks at the coffee and confections counter. Contact: Phil & Kerri Hein Address/Directions: South of Leduc on Highway 2A then east on Township Road 484 for 1.5 km. Phone: (780) 986-9034 Email: [email protected] Website: www.amazingfieldmaze.ca Hours: August 1st: Monday – Saturday 10:00 am – 9:00 pm; Sunday 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm; September/October: Tuesday – Friday 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm; Saturday 10:00 am – 8:00 pm; Sunday 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm. 31. Canadian Petroleum Discovery Centre A unique Museum experience awaits you at the world famous Leduc #1 National Historic site! Approximately 13 acres and 23,000 square feet of working rigs, scale models, fossils, animations, antique equipment, theatre, learning lab, Gift Shop, murals, archives, boardrooms and RV Park. Special events include: Silent Auction & Dinner Fundraiser, Adult Roughneck Day Camp, Junior Roughneck Day Camps, Discovery Days, Career Fair, Science & Technology Activity Night and a Craft Sale. This is the perfect place to discover the science of petroleum and learn about one of Canada’s most important economic discoveries! Host an event, convention, or reunion in our multi-use hall. Delivering a unique Museum experience, the Canadian Petroleum Discovery Centre salutes the grit, determination, and success of our early oil patch pioneers. Contact: Dianne Allen, Executive Director Address/Directions: 50339 Highway 60; 10 minutes west of the Edmonton International Airport; junction of Highways 19 & 60 (Nisku & Devon) Phone: 1-866-987-4323 Email: [email protected] Website: www.LeducNumber1.com Hours: Open daily 9:00 am – 5:00 pm (closed Sundays December – March) 36 VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 Address/Directions: 10330 Ellerslie Road. In south Edmonton on Ellerslie Road (Corner of Ellerslie Road and Calgary Trail.) Phone: (780) 988-6622 Hours: With the exception of Christmas Day and New Year’s Day, Ellerslie gift & Garden is open every day of the year. However, store hours change with the seasons so please phone in advance to confirm shopping hours on the day you wish to visit. 33. Millcreek Nursery Millcreek Nursery offers 80 acres of trees, plants, and country living within the city limits. Stroll the greenhouse for the perfect perennial,a hanging basket, or relax at the Creekside Coffee Bar with one of our specialty coffees while your child plays in the sand box. In our gift and garden section find the perfect item from an array of colorful pottery, Granite Oriental pagodas for that Japanese feel, wall/fence decor or whimsical garden gnomes, sure to enhance any out door living space. Visit the display gardens for unique gardening ideas. Learn how to bring an artistic, colourful look to your gardening projects. Both novice and professional gardeners will be impressed with a wide range of interesting, healthy and hardy flowering trees, colourful shrubs, dwarf evergreens, roses, and re-blooming perennials. Look for the big red dairy barn just off Whitemud Drive. Contact: Ken & Jacquie Riske Address/Directions: 3103-17 Street, Edmonton; 2 km south of Whitemud Drive on 17th Street or, in case of road construction, approx. 4 km north of the Anthony Henday Drive on 17th Street. Phone: (780) 469-8733 Website: www.millcreeknursery.ca Hours: May 1 – October 31. Call for hours. Closed Sundays. South Extreme Activities Greenhouses & Farmers’ Markets Beaumont Lions Skate Park Calmar Climbing Wall/Skateboard Park Castrol Raceway Leduc Skatepark & Competition Bowl Paintball Action Games Parc Reservoir Park (in line hockey) Pipestone Creek Archery Xtreme Inclinations Ramp Park 929-8782 985-3604 461-5801 980-7177 469-0882 929-8782 387-5006 789-4041 Arber Greenhouses BMR Greenhouses & Water Gardens Cheyenne Tree Farms South Farmers’ Market – Devon J & C Gardens Leduc Farmers’ Market Leduc Public Farmers’ Market Prairie Rose Greenhouse & Garden Centre Telfordville Market Garden and Craft Shop 929-1364 929-1364 929-8782 980-7120 720-8171 987-8300 980-1866 352-4880 Landmarks, Historic Sites & Museums 352-7520 986-0787 929-8102 987-3617 986-2329 452-1339 986-3793 387-5008 789-2427 Facilities Beaumont Community Youth Centre Beaumont & District Ag Society Fairgrounds Beaumont Regional Activities Centre Black Gold Centre Devon Community Centre Devon Swimming Pool Maclab Centre for the Performing Arts Sisterhood of Mary Fun at the Farm Amazing Field Maze Buck A Boo Acres Celeigh Wool Rainbow End Day Farm Twisted Sisters & Company Fibre Mill & Store 986-9034 848-2830 387-5047 789-3974 986-5392 or 986-8430 Fun at the Farm — Animals Amberlea Meadows Circle 5 Trail Rides Kandu Llamas River Ridge Ranch Shooting Star Ranch Sunnybrook Stables 955-7608 986-5619 or 699-7740 986-4454 789-3646 941-2274 789-2125 Nature Hikes, Trails, Gardens & Parks Airport View Park – Leduc 986-5454 Beaumont Parks & Recreation – Nature Trails 929-8782 Coyote Lake Nature Sanctuary 1-800-262-1253 Devon Centennial Park – Summer 987-8300 Devon River Valley Trails 987-8300 Devon’s River Valley West 987-8300 Gold Panning – Devon River Valley 987-8300 Nature Walk & Multiway – Leduc 980-7177 Water Activities Fun at the Farm — U-Picks Berry Green Farm Bio-Way Gardens U-Pick Strawberries Lizzees Berry Farm Rainbow Acres The Saskatoon Ranch Alberta Heritage Exposition Park 986-5912 or 986-0054 Canadian Petroleum Discovery Centre – Leduc#1 Historic Site 987-4323 Dr. Wood’s House Museum 986-1517 Fruitland Getaway Tea House & Museum 789-4010 Millet & District Museum & Archives 387-5558 Millet Historic Murals 387-5558 Reynolds-Alberta Museum 1-800-661-4726 Rundle’s Mission Society 389-2422 Shadowville 789-2684 St. Vital Roman Catholic Church 929-8541 Warburg Museum 848-7674 WoodCrib Elevator Museum – Leduc 980-2679 789-2690 986-1067 985-3909 987-5364 986-8610 Alexandra Outdoor Pool 986-6021 / 986-7120 Ashland Dam Park 789-2181 Beaumont Don Sparrow Lake 929-8782 Beaumont Water Play Park (June – Sept.) 929-8782 Black Gold River Tours 987-0410 Calmar Water Spray Park 985-3604 Don Sparrow Lake 929-8782 Joseph Lake – Centennial Park 941-2124 Leduc Recreation Centre 980-7120 Leduc Reservoir at Fred Johns Park 986-5454 Millet Splash Pad 387-4554 North Saskatchewan River – Fishing & Gold Panning 987-8307 Pigeon Lake – Zeiner Park 586-2644 Shalom Park Water Ski Site 955-9428 Wizard Lake – Jubilee Park 985-2499 Winter Activities Alberta Endurance Ice Racing Association Beaumont Four Seasons Park-Skating Bellevue Outdoor Skating Rink Dennis Williams (Hay and Sleigh Rides) Devon Centennial Park – winter Devon Nordic Club Four Seasons Park Millet Agriplex Arena Rabbit Hill Ski Area and Snow Resort St. Vital Park – Tobogganing 619-4839 929-1364 929-8782 906 0221 987-8300 987-8300 929-8782 387-4180 955-2440 929-8782 VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 37 WELCOME TO... Millet Days Farmers Day Weekend in June The Prettt i ess t Litt l e Tow w n i n Albb ert a ! Official and recognized Community Travel Alberta Visitor Information Centre with an award winning Historical Museum. Community Garage Sale 3rd Saturday in June Garden Tour and Tea 2nd Saturday in August Country Gospel Concert 2nd Weekend in August A unique variety of rural treasures for shoppers. A picturesque rural community centered on a 65-acre park system; Pipestone Creek, Eyot Creek with multi-use lit and paved pathways, trails and recreational facilities. Population 2,125; located on Highway 2A, 45 km south of Edmonton or 20 km south of the International Airport. Harvest Festival 2nd Saturday in September Christmas Craft Sale/Tea 3rd Friday in November Legion Christmas Craft Sale 4th Saturday in November Click to win! www. millettourism.ca password: ”VISIT” Phone: 780-387-5558 Website: www.millettourism.ca Email: [email protected] 44 West 2008 43 45 Saumer Time Alpaca Ranch, pg 45 42 Parkland Drive 43 Newman Country Retreat Farm, pg 45 44 Ohler’s Acres – “A Positively Peaceful Place”, pg 45 41 Grove Valley Gardens, pg 44 42 Inspired Gardens, pg 45 39 Forget-Me-Not Greenhouse, pg 44 40 Golden Greenhouses, pg 44 37 Dunvegan Gardens (AB) Ltd., pg 43 38 Edmonton Corn Maze, pg 44 36 Devonian Botanic Garden, pg 43 35 Carvel General Store, pg 43 34 Cannor Nurseries, pg 43 45 35 39 41 (Woodbend Road) 40 34 36 38 37 Enoch First Nations LEGEND This map is for visual reference only. Highway = HWY Range Road = RGE RD Township Road = TWP RD Primary Highway = Secondary Highway = Information Centres = French Services = Sites = 16 Highway 16 = TransCanada Yellowhead Highway Highway 2 = Queen Elizabeth Highway II Secondary Highway 637 = Highway 29 Campsite Road Range Road 273 (Golden Spike Road) 40 West Parkland County The opportunities for outdoor lovers to spend a fantastic day in Parkland County are endless. With some of the most scenic areas in the entire province, you have something for everyone — hikers, campers, golfers, boaters, swimmers, bird lovers and more. Parkland County boasts some of the best golf courses in the province, numerous lakes and beaches, and the incredible North Saskatchewan River, providing a wide array of activities that the whole family can enjoy. In addition, Parkland County is home to several world class attractions, including; the Devonian Botanic Gardens, which has over 10,000 species of plants being showcased including the beautiful Kurimoto Japanese Gardens; The Clifford E. Lee Nature Sanctuary which showcases both birds and wildlife along its many elevated walkways and lookouts and the Wagner Natural Area which allows visitors to experience a prairie wetlands environment that is teeming with wildlife and waterfowl. In addition to these areas, Parkland County has numerous greenhouses, u-picks, gardens and artisans that showcase their handicrafts. We even have an authentic General Store in Carvel that is like entering a time machine to the early 1900’s. In addition Parkland County supports the amazing Multicultural Centre in Stony Plain which boasts both the best homemade pie in Canada and offers a look at early pioneer life. We would like to invite you to take a drive out to our amazing County and experience it first hand — we guarantee you won’t be disappointed. Please contact any local information centre to pick up our “GEMS of Parkland” guide, or call our offices at (780) 968-8888 to get one today. For more things to see & do while in Parkland County visit www.parklandcounty.com Town of Stony Plain In Stony Plain you’ll find a ‘small’ town that offers ‘big’ choices for your day trip. Stony Plain is host to two unique events — the Blueberry Bluegrass & Country Music Festival in July, and the Cowboy Poetry Gathering in August 2008 marks Stony Plain’s Centennial so join us for various exciting events throughout the year such as the Homecoming weekend in July. “The Town with the Painted Past” is home to 27 works of art that comprise the Mural Tour. Magnificent outdoor paintings and sculptures, created by Canadian artists, depict the rich history of our community. Stony Plain’s legacy lives on through art. Our museums and historic sites provide a unique glimpse into our agricultural ancestry. Take time to smell the roses by visiting botanic gardens and greenhouses or pick up fresh produce, homemade goodies, and crafts at our Farmers’ and Country Markets. Stroll downtown and visit the many unique shops on Historic Mainstreet. Escape to simpler times — visit Stony Plain! For more things to see & do while in Stonyplain visit www.stonyplain.com VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 41 West City of Spruce Grove Located just 11 km west of Edmonton between Highway 16A and the Yellowhead Highway, Spruce Grove offers an impressive array of recreational, cultural and leisure experiences for all ages. Come visit the TransAlta Tri Leisure Centre which features an Aquatic Centre, indoor running track, fitness centre, indoor soccer pitches, gymnasium, two NHL regulation sized arenas, and a children’s play centre. Check out Spruce Grove’s extensive 50 km Heritage Grove Park Trail System, which is perfect for walking, jogging, inline-skating or biking. Or if golfing is your passion, try the Links Golf and Country Club, an 18-hole championship course open to the public in Spruce Grove. Spruce Grove is rich in talent. The Horizon Stage Performing Arts Centre offers a variety of internationally acclaimed musicians, children’s entertainers and comedy troupes. It is also home to the Horizon Players, a group of local actors who bring musicals and plays to life. The city hosts a number of family-oriented festivals and attractions throughout the year including Christmas in Central Park, Canada Day/Street Performer’s Festival, Grove Cruise Classic Car Weekend, Farmers’ Market and the Spruce Grove Grain Elevator — one of Canada’s oldest working elevators. Spruce Grove also offers an array of amenities from major retailers to unique boutiques to character restaurants and places to stay. For more information on these great attractions and more, please contact our Visitor’s Information Centre on Highway 16A at 99 Campsite Road, or call (780) 962-2561. For more things to see & do while in Spruce Grove visit www.sprucegrovechamber.com or www.sprucegrove.org Village Of Wabamun Just 45 minutes west of Edmonton on the Yellowhead Highway is the friendly Village of Wabamun. Come out and enjoy the many opportunities for recreational activities on the water or on our extensive trail system. Visit the Wabamun and District Museum opening the summer of 2008 and learn about the natural, historical, industrial and cultural heritage of the Village of Wabamun and communities surrounding Wabamun Lake from the early 1800’s to the present. Our annual Wabamun Fun Daze happens on July 20th and 21st with fun for the whole family. Join us for a pancake breakfast and parade, lots of activities for children and a wonderful fireworks display on the Friday evening. If you are looking for something “cool” to do, check out our super-fun, nautically-themed water spray park opening this summer. For more things to see & do while in wabamun visit www.wabaumun.ca 42 VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 West 34. Cannor Nurseries 36. Devonian Botanic Garden Cannor Nurseries is situated near a bird sanctuary and our grounds are made up of waterways and gardens that are open to the public. Every Saturday we host FREE one hour classes that start at 10 am. Our expert staff cover topics from planning your garden to planting it! Just call to preregister. 190 acres to explore nature at its finest! Devonian Gardens is part of the University of Alberta’s Faculty of Agriculture, Forestry and Home Economics. Be amazed at the many indoor displays of cacti, succulents, tropical/subtropical plants and butterflies, bromeliads, and plants that are important to humans. Outdoors you will admire displays of annuals, herbaceous and woody perennials, native and alpine plants, a Japanese garden, and ecological reserves. Shop for bedding and perennial plants, visit the charming gift shop, taste delicious home cooking at the Buttercup Bistro, register for a unique course in horticulture, gardening, arts, and crafts or conservation. Devonian Gardens offers a variety of special events and tours throughout the season. Our gift shop carries pots and statuary from all over the world and Cannor Nurseries has the areas largest selection of trees, caliper trees, shrubs and perennials in the area. With over 400 growing acres at our main nursery you will find what you are looking for here in Spruce Grove. Shop at the farm. Buy direct from the grower. Contact: Deborah Bodine & Daryl Crowe Address & Directions: We are a 15 minute drive from Edmonton. 26515A Township Road 514, Spruce Grove. Travel south of Edmonton on Highway 60 west to Devon. Turn right onto Woodbend Road and continue travelling west 3.5 km. Phone: (780) 987-9133 Email: [email protected] Website: www.cannor.ca/edmonton Hours: Open April – November, Peak Season. Monday – Friday 9:00 am – 8:00 pm, Saturday, Sunday and Holidays 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. Note hours do change during the season please call to confirm. 35. Carvel General Store Once the hub of activity in the picturesque Hamlet of Carvel, this 90-year-old landmark served as a train station, post office, grocery, feed, and supply store. Lovingly restored to its vintage charm, the store holds a wonderful selection of country finery. In our fifth year of business, we offer classic, comfortable home and garden décor, feature clothing and linens from April Cornell, local artwork including acclaimed Alberta artist and author Georgia Graham, handcrafted bentwood, reclaimed barnwood pieces, and a selection of natural bath products including local goatsmilk soap. In-store, we produce many potpourri blends and carry a selection of loose teas. Relax on our porch and experience this wonderful hidden treasure. Feel the history and take home a memory. Contact: Carell Wingrave Address/Directions: From Edmonton, travel 40 minutes west on Highway 16 to Secondary Highway 770. Turn south and travel 4 km to the Hamlet of Carvel. Phone: (780) 963-1156 Contact: Antonella Bell Address/Directions: 5 km north of Devon on Highway 60. Phone: (780) 987-3054 Website: www.devonian.ualberta.ca Hours: April 26 – June 1, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm daily; June 2 – August 31, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm daily ; September 1 – October 13, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm daily. 37. Dunvegan Gardens (AB) Ltd. Open year-round, there is always something growing at Dunvegan Gardens. Our comfortable, friendly, rural atmosphere makes shopping for plants, gifts, and garden supplies a pleasurable experience. We take great pride in our excellent selection of annuals and perennials and are happy to assist you with all your gardening inquiries. Compliment any landscape with our trees, shrubs and roses. Beautifying your home is made easy at Dunvegan with indoor plants and decorative accessories available seven days a week. At Christmas, our greenhouse is a sea of home-grown poinsettias along with wonderful displays of giftware and decorations for the holiday season. Join us anytime! Contact: Brock Friesen Address/Directions: 26005 Secondary Highway 627, Spruce Grove; 5 km east of Highway 60 on Secondary Highway 627 or 215 Street and 23 Avenue, Edmonton. Phone: (780) 470-0527 Email: [email protected] Website: www.dunvegangardens.ca Hours: Spring/Summer, Monday – Friday, 9:00 am – 9:00 pm; Saturday 9:00 am– 6:00 pm; Sunday 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm; Fall/ Winter, Monday – Saturday, 9:00 am – 6:00 pm; Sunday, Closed Website: www.ruralrendezvoustour.com Email: [email protected] Hours: Wednesday to Saturday, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm; Sunday 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm. VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 43 West 38. Edmonton Corn Maze 40. Golden Greenhouses Come challenge your wits at Edmonton’s original corn maze and discover why getting lost means finding fun. Whether seeking laughter by day or adventure by night; you, your family and friends are sure to find everything you came looking for in our 10 acre maze. There’s Golden Greenhouses in them “thar hills!” This growing business is well-recognized for providing exceptional quality plant products at reasonable prices. The vibrant colors of over 6000 geraniums greet you when you enter. Massive begonia blooms and spectacular hanging baskets are highlights to view. Greenhouse staff are pleased to assist customers, with high quality service. They can guide you through the Golden veins of annuals, perennials, vegetables, and creative container arrangements. You are always on a winning streak at Golden whether choosing prize plants from the large selections of “Proven Winners”, large, hardy roses, or selecting the perfect perennials you can treasure forever. Plan to visit this gem in the west. Each year a new maze design makes for an awesome aerial view and a fresh challenging maze. Though the correct pathways can be walked in under 30 minutes, most directionally-challenged visitors will require about one hour to travel through more than 5 km of twists and turns and 85 decision points. Located only minutes from the city, visitors can also enjoy pedal carts, farm animals, a bale mountain and a picnic area. General Admission – $9, Child (aged 5-12) – $7, Child (under 5) – Free Phone: (780) 288-0208 / (780) 554-4540 Address/Directions: 1 mile east of Highway 60 on Highway 627 (Garden Valley Road/23 Avenue) Email: [email protected] Website: www.edmontoncornmaze.ca Hours of Operation: August: Monday – Saturday: 10 am – 9 pm Sunday: 1 pm – 5 pm September – October 18 Monday: Closed Tuesday – Friday: 4 pm – 9 pm Saturday: 10 am – 9 pm Sunday: 1 pm – 5 pm Contact: Bill & Liz Drake Address/Directions: 51114 Range Road 264, Spruce Grove: From Highway 16A, travel south on Highway 60 for 18 km. Turn right onto Township Road 511 (Graminia Road). Proceed west for 2.5 km. Turn right and travel 0.5 km. Phone: (780) 987-3675 Email: [email protected] Hours: May 1 – June 30, Monday to Friday 9:00 am – 9:00 pm, Saturday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm; Sunday 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm. 41. Grove Valley Gardens 39. Forget-Me-Not Greenhouse For as many petals as there are in a bouquet, there are sights to see at Forget-Me-Not Greenhouse. Wonder at over 800 varieties of plants on the Perennial Boardwalk. Take a leisurely stroll and enjoy the soothing sounds of the pond. Visit our fragrant fruit orchard. At the bird sanctuary, stop, look, and listen. Enjoy your time at the herb wheel and our many interesting displays including shade gardens, cacti gardens, and color-themed annuals. Accessorize your outdoor living area with our garden glitz, stepping stones, garden sanctuary, trellises and decorative screens as well as many other “down-to-earth” delights. Visit us soon for a truly unforgettable experience. Contact: Simone Deman Address/Directions: 7 km west of Stony Plain on Highway 16A. Garden trends. Unusual varieties. Landscaping ideas and more. For more than your average gardening/landscaping supplies and services, how about visiting the grower and getting the real goods? A huge pond and waterfall centerpiece greets you as you drive in to this local treasure. The peaceful feel continues as you explore the new interconnected greenhouse facility and find over 20,000 sq. feet of growing room housing authentically homegrown flowers and foliage. An indoor waterfall will add to your relaxing experience as you browse the 2008 giftware line and study the fountains and water accessories, selected to provide you with the latest for the ‘outdoor room’. Whether choosing plants, perennials, shrubs, trees or caliper trees, Grove Valley Gardens 45+ years serving the area provides the expertise you need for growing success. Visit the grower and see why gardening is good for you! Contact: Rob Pedersen Website: www.ruralrendezvous.com Address/Directions: Take Yellowhead to Range Road 274 / Campsite Road at Spruce Grove. Just 500 metres north of the interchange then go back in on the service road. Hours: March through September, daily 10:00 am – 6:00 pm. Phone: (780) 962-3783 Phone: (780) 963-8162 Email: [email protected] Website: www.gvgardens.ca Hours: 8:00 am – 8:00 pm Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 6:00 pm Saturday, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Sunday 44 VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 West 42. Inspired Gardens It’s all about natural indulgence. Food, flowers, and fun! Come and immerse your senses in our quaint country store or in our greenhouse full of hundreds of organically-grown herbs, edible flowers, and heritage vegetable plants. U-Pick-your-own flowers to make a lovely bouquet, take a hike, stroll the gardens and trails, or just swing on the garden seat and watch the birds. Children can do a treasure hunt, visit the animals, fly a kite! Browse our store for a tasty selection of all-natural all-Canadian gourmet treats and teas, organic grains and spices, herbal health and beauty products, gifts, cards, books and so much more. Lavender is a specialty. Spring Drive – May 10 & 11; Father’s Day Highland Games – June 15, World Basset Races – August 24, Christmas In The Country – November 15 & 16, Part of the Rural Rendezvous Driving tour. You’ll love it! Contact: Gwendolyn Simpson Address/Directions: 52207 Range Road 25. Call or visit our website for map. Phone: Store (780) 968-4455; Information (780) 963-5625 Email: [email protected] Website: www.InspiredMarketGardens.com 44. Ohler’s Acres – “A Positively Peaceful Place” “We came as guests and left as friends — thanks for the great hospitality!” ~ David and Leslie East. Join us for a memorable vacation or retreat experience. We welcome individuals, families, companies, and organizations. Ohler’s Acres has a conference/meeting room for up to 16 people, huge dining room and fun-filled games room. The quiet can be heard if you desire solitude or “live it up” surrounded by laughter of family and friends. Relax, reflect, and re-energize in our tranquil country setting. Enjoy a variety of outdoor and indoor activities. Accommodations are in our cozy country home. Savour home-cooked meals. We offer personal development workshops, wilderness education, and team-building experiences. Contact: Dan & Carol Ohler Address/Directions: From Edmonton, travel Highway 16 west for 85 km. Turn north onto Highway 757 for 19 km. Continue east on Township Road 552 for 1.6 km. Turn north on Range Road 64 for 0.8 km. Phone: (780) 785-3700 or 1-866-937-3700 Email: [email protected] Website: www.ohlersacres.com Hours: Open 24 hours by reservation. Hours: May to September. Call ahead or visit our website for opening times. 43. Newman Country Retreat Farm Secluded by trees overlooking a peaceful pond, we have developed our 77 acre farm into a country retreat. Spend a day, weekend, or week-long retreat connecting with nature and the spirit of our country living haven. Rest, relax, or meditate alongside the rolling waterfall, pond, or one of many other themed areas. Hike into the woods looking for wildlife or enjoy friendly farm animals nearby. Throughout the summer season, working on the farm is a fun, rewarding experience and can be incorporated into your stay. Enjoy the solar-powered, log Cedarwood cabin nestled in the woods. Attend a workshop in crafts or enjoy the healing spa to enhance your stay. Choose from a package to suit your needs. Contact: Fred & Pauline Newman Address/Directions: Follow Highway 16 west, past Stony Plain, Highway 43, and Cougar Creek Golf Course, to Parkland Drive. Turn left on Parkland Drive. Travel 1.6 km east and turn right on Range Road 30, then turn right in first driveway: 53112 Range Road 30. Phone: 1-877-892-2910 Email: [email protected] Website: www.heartbeatangels.com Hours: Please call ahead to arrange a visiting time. 45. Saumer Time Alpaca Ranch You are invited to come and enjoy a unique, relaxing, and informative experience. After raising cattle for 30 years we discovered Alpacas in 1998. Today, with a herd of 70, we are exclusively Alpaca ranchers. Your farm tour will include a hands-on visit with these charming and lovable camelids of South America in a quiet, rural, working farm environment. Alpacas are easily taught to halter and lead and they are extremely gentle with children. You will discover their exotic fleece,considered a luxury fibre, and have an opportunity to purchase incredibly warm, hypoallergenic, Alberta handmade, “one-of-a-kind” Alpaca products. Ask about how you can purchase an Alpaca of your very own. Contact: Tom & Carolyne Saumer Address/Directions: From Edmonton go West on Highway 16 or 16A past Spruce Grove and Stony Plain. Take Highway 43 exit (north) and go approx. 5 km. Turn right on Heatherdown Road (Township Road 540) then go right on Range Road 22 and follow the signs. Phone: (780) 967-2689 or 1-877-866-2689 Email: [email protected] Website: www.SaumerTimeAlpacaRanch.com Hours: Please call ahead to arrange a visiting time. VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 45 West Art Studios & Galleries Artisan Centre Parkland Potter’s Guild & Crooked Pot Gallery The Allied Arts Council of Spruce Grove 968-4482 963-9573 962-0664 Extreme Activities Cycle Works West Eden North Parachute School Spruce Grove Skatepark Stony Plain BMX Track & Skateboard Park Trophy Book Archery Ltd. Young Guns Paintball Park 960-1920 489-9000 962-2611 963-2151 962-6322 963-4006 Facilities Devonian Botanic Gardens Ephphatha House Henry Singer Ball Park Heritage Grove Forest & Trail System - Spruce Grove Horizon Stage Performing Arts Centre Melcor Cultural Centre Spruce Grove Agrena Spruce Grove Central Park Spruce Grove Farmers’ Market Spruce Grove Grain Elevator TransAlta Tri Leisure Centre Visitor’s Centre and Information Services West District Outdoor Sports Park – Opening 2008 987-3054 963-0896 962-5759 962-5759 962-8995 962-4423 962-2031 962-5759 962-0830 960-4600 960-5080 962-2561 962-7579 Country Market – Stony Plain Dunvegan Gardens Farmers’ Market – Spruce Grove Farmers’ Market – Stony Plain Forget-Me-Not Greenhouse Golden Greenhouses Grove Valley Garden Inspired Gardens The Big Greenhouse Landmarks, Historic Sites & Museums Carvel General Store Multicultural Heritage Centre Pioneer Museum Spruce Grove Grain Elevator and Archives Stony Plain Heritage Murals Bee Maid Honey Plant – Tours Docherty’s Fish & Chips Jack’s Drive In Red Tractor Family Farm Meats Sandyview Farms Something Else Restaurant 962-5573 962-3383 962-2727 960-1909 962-0067 960-6694 963-1156 963-2777 963-1234 960-4600 963-2777 Nature Hikes, Trails, Gardens & Parks Clifford E. Lee Nature Sanctuary Pembina River Provincial Park Spruce Grove Trail System Stony Plain Trail System Wabamun Lake Provincial Park Wagner Natural Area (Wagner Bog) 987-4883 968-8467 962-2611 963-2151 892-2702 / 892-2711 427-8124 Nature Hikes, Trails, Gardens & Parks, Water Activities Chickakoo Lake Hasse Lake Food Products 963-2777 470-0527 968-6329 963-3028 963-8162 987-3675 962-3783 963-5625 960-4769 968-8467 968-8467 Other Neat Stuff Bing’s Restaurant Electric Rodeo Parkland Cinema 7 The Edmonton Corn Maze 962-3997 962-1411 962-2332 554-4540 Fun at the Farm Garden Valley Orchards Newman Country Farm and Retreat Parkland County Demonstration Farm Swiss Valley Farm 963-9747 892-2910 963-2777 968-2291 Fun at the Farm — Animals Brightwood Ranch Association Diamond M Outfitters Hope Haven Alpacas & Elk Pegasus Stables Saumer Time Alpaca Ranch 727-3840 731-2253 470-0287 963-9638 967-2689 / 1-877-866-2689 Fun at the Farm — U-Picks Garden Valley Organic Orchards & Nursery Green Valley Strawberry Farm Happy Acres U-Pick Marklisa Roy’s Raspberries Saskatoon Valley Orchards The Grove Berry Patch 963-9370 980-2047 968-0099 963-9413 962-3959 963-8311 962-5824 46 Eagle’s Nest Motorcycle Co. Gifts and Gadgets Plate Source Straightline Furniture Western Wax Works 962-2666 962-5220 960-5736 962-6322 962-5573 Water Activities Allan Beach Resort Ascot Beach Edmonton Canoe Get Hooked Fishing Adventures Hubbles Lake Resort Jackfish Lake Kokomoko Park Mink Lake Resort Muir Lake Resort Pembina River Park Rich’s Point Spring Lake Resort 963-6362 968-8467 470-5352 963-4279 963-2845 968-8467 968-8467 963-8264 968-8467 727-3643 968-8467 963-3993 Winter Activities Greenhouses & Farmers’ Markets B.A.’s Market Garden Cannor Nurseries Unique Stores 719-2230 987-9133 VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 Chickakoo Lake Recreation Area Devonian Botancial Gardens Trailseekers Snowmobile Club 968-8467 987-3054 962-1183 A family getaway just minutes away... For more information on our many great attractions and special events please contact our Visitor’s Information Centre at the corner of Highway 16A and 99 Campsite Road or call us at 780-962-2561 or visit our website. TransAlta Tri Leisure Centre Horizon Stage Heritage Grove Trails And so much more... ZZZVSUXFHJURYHRUJ The Community Of Choice VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 47 Events April First Choice Tree Nursery & Garden Center 46. Santa’s Treasures Year-round Event April – March Call ahead for hours “Do you Love Christmas?” Then you must visit our year-round Christmas store, filled with enchanting & inspirational ideas for decorating. With gift ideas for every occasion, even you! Address/Directions: From Edmonton travel north on Highway 28 to Secondary Highway 642 (Morinville turnoff) and turn left (west). Travel 3.2 km and turn right (north) on Range Road 245 and continue north for 1.6 km From St. Albert travel north on Highway 2 to Secondary Highway 642 (Morinville turnoff) and turn right (east). Continue east to Range Road 245 and turn left (north). Continue north for 1.6 km Phone: (780) 939-4448 Email: [email protected] Wheelchair accessible: yes Bus Parking/turnaround: yes Andrew Ag Society 47. Andrew Farmers’ Market Saturdays from April 5 – October 18 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Shop for fresh farm vegetables and berries in season. Fresh eggs, Alberta beef, poultry and pork. Check out the local crafts, ethnic baking and much more. New vendors welcome! Address/Directions: Andrew Arena; on Highway 855, 1 km south of Highway 45. Phone: (780) 365-3741 Email: [email protected] Wheelchair accessible: yes Bus Parking/turnaround: yes Stony Plain 48. Stony Plain Farmers’ Market Saturdays from April thru December 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Friendly indoor market located in the heart of downtown Stony Plain at the Community Centre. Fresh vegetables, plants, and BC fruit in season, baking, crafts, and much more. New vendors welcome. Address/Directions: Stony Plain Community Centre, 50 Street and 51 Avenue, Stony Plain; Travel west on Highway 16A. Exit at Stony Plain overpass and continue south. Turn right onto 51 Avenue and continue 2 blocks west to the Community Center. Phone: (780) 963-3028 Email: [email protected] Wheelchair accessible: yes Bus Parking/turnaround: yes Lamont & District Ag Society 49. Bull-a-rama Supreme XV April 26 Beef on a Bun 5:00 pm – 11:00 pm Bull-a-rama starts at 7:00 pm Watch world professional bull riders tackle 40 mean bulls, then kick up your heels at the country dance that follows featuring Craig Moritz. Mark it on your calendar! Address/Directions: Lamont Recreation Centre, Lamont Phone: (780) 662-2506 Email: [email protected] Website: www.lamont.ca Wheelchair accessible: yes Bus Parking/turnaround: yes May St. Albert Potters’ Guild 50. Spring Pottery Sale May 1 & 2 & 3 Thursday, May 1 5:00 – 9:00 pm Friday, May 2 10:00 am – 9:00 pm Saturday, May 3 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Free admission! Free Parking! Door Prizes! Wheel Throwing and Handbuilding Demonstrations! Functional ware, porcelain, decorative stoneware, raku, pottery for the garden, sculpture and dinnerware! Address/Directions: Main foyer of St. Albert Place, #5 St. Anne Street Wheelchair accessible: yes Bus parking/turnaround: yes Pottery by Heather 51. Work of Our Hands Open House & Sale May 3 & 4 Saturday and Sunday, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Come join Heather and friends at a show and sale of unique pottery and handcrafted gift items. Great ideas for Mother’s Day and summer weddings. Address/Directions: 4740 50 Street, Bon Accord; Travel Highway 28 North to Bon Accord. Turn left at the Husky Gas Station. Phone: (780) 921-3412 Email: [email protected] Website: www.PotteryByHeather.com Wheelchair accessible: no Bus Parking/turnaround: yes 48 VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 Events Edmonton Regional Tourism Group Town of Devon 52. Mother’s Day Weekend Spring Drive 56. Devon Days May 10 & 11 May 21– 25 Ladies (and gentlemen), start your engines! It’s the 3rd Annual Mother’s Day Weekend driving tour throughout the region with special events, speakers, demonstrations and special offers from 21 local greenhouses and garden-inspired destinations! Enter to win a $500 shopping spree! Locations: Please see map and/or visit our website Phone: 1-866-622-0740 Email: [email protected] Website: www.edmontonscountryside.com Wheelchair Accessible: Check map or website Bus parking/turnaround: Check map or website This is Devon’s biggest and best festival of the year. Highlights – midway, burn-out, fireworks, parade, soap box derby, dance and Sunday in the Park Address/Directions: Outdoor: Town of Devon – Located on Highway 60, southwest of Edmonton; Downtown – Athabasca Avenue (Extra Foods entrance into town); Sunday in the Park – Devon Lion’s Campground, 1140 Saskatchewan Avenue East. From Highway 60, turn into town at Extra Foods, go straight through the 4-way stop. Left on Pidgeon Street (across from high school). Right onto Saskatchewan Avenue, Drive until you descend into the river valley and into the Devon Lions Campground. Phone: Janet (780) 987-8332 Email: [email protected] Website: www.devon.ca Wheelchair accessible: yes Bus Parking/turnaround: yes Town of Devon 53. David Thompson Bicentennial Brigade May 13 Experience life as a voyageur, hop in a canoe or challenge the voyageurs to a race. Enjoy an evening of traditional food, music, dance and culture. Address/Directions: Town of Devon – Located on Highway 60, southwest of Edmonton. Devon Lion’s Campground – 1140 Saskatchewan Avenue East. From Highway 60, turn into town at Extra Foods, go straight through the 4-way stop. Left on Pidgeon Street (across from high school), Right onto Saskatchewan Avenue, drive until you descend into the river valley and into the Devon Lions Campground. Phone: Janet (780) 987-8332 Email: [email protected] Web: www.devon.ca Wheelchair accessible: yes Bus Parking/turnaround: yes Beverly Towne Farmers’ Market 54. Beverly Towne Farmers’ Market Tuesdays from May 13 – September 30 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm Come and experience a taste of the country, right in “Olde Towne Beverly”. Everything you could imagine at a Farmers’ Market, plus a concession, special events, and much, much more! Join us at the friendliest market in town! Address/Directions: 40 Street & 118 Avenue, Edmonton Phone: (780) 413-6244 Email: [email protected] Wheelchair accessible: yes Bus Parking/turnaround: yes Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village 55. Celebration of Dance Monday, May 19, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm It’s time to celebrate dance, spring, history and culture! Watch local and regional Ukrainian dance groups as they perform throughout the day! Watch historic settlers preparing fields to welcome spring! Fabulous quilt display, children’s activities, a Village Market, music and sheep shearing demos! Address/Directions: Outdoor: Located 25 minutes east of Edmonton on Highway 16 East (Yellowhead Highway). Phone: (780) 662-3640 Email: [email protected] Website: www.tprc.alberta.ca/uchv Wheelchair accessible: limited Bus Parking/turnaround: yes VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 49 Events June Town of Devon Redwater & District Ag Society June 13 – 15 59. Weekend of Endurance – 5 Peaks Trail Run & Grand Prix of Cycling 57. Redwater Farmers’ Market June 1 – Special market at the Ride For Hunger & Tuesdays, starting on June 10 – September 2 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm Redwater Farmers’ Market kicks off at our annual Ride for Hunger event June 1. Regular market resumes June 10 at the Pioneer Club. Check out our tables of farm fresh produce, baking and other country fare. Call to book at table or for more information. Address/Directions: Redwater Pioneer Club, 4916 50 Street, Redwater Phone: (780) 942-3023 Email: [email protected] Wheelchair accessible: yes Bus Parking/turnaround: yes Alberta Dairy Congress Thrills, chills and spills guaranteed as personal limits are tested. Your adventure awaits; run, bike or cheer your way to a lifetime of memories. Address/Directions: Outdoor: Town of Devon – Located on Highway 60, southwest of Edmonton; 5 Peaks Trail Run – Devon Lion’s Campground, 1140 Saskatchewan Avenue East. From Highway 60, turn into town at Extra Foods, go straight through the 4-way stop Left on Pidgeon Street (across from high school) Right onto Saskatchewan Avenue, Drive until you descend into the river valley and into the Devon Lions Campground. Grand Prix of Cycling – Downtown on Athabasca Avenue (Extra Foods entrance to town) Phone: Janet (780) 987-8332 Email: [email protected] Website: www.devon.ca Wheelchair accessible: yes Bus Parking/turnaround: yes 58. Always Number One! June 5: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm June 6: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Kick off ALBERTA DAIRY MONTH! Celebrate our 22nd Annual Alberta Dairy Congress and plan to attend this first-class event featuring a trade show, dairy show, sale, and a “Dairy Display of Six Breeds.” Join us for breakfast, BBQ, school tours, petting zoo, and more! Address/Directions: Black Gold Centre, 4330 Black Gold Drive, Leduc Phone: (780) 986-9562 Email: [email protected] Website: www.leduc-chamber.com/ADC/Dairy.htm Wheelchair accessible: yes Bus Parking/turnaround: yes ’ D\\k pfl Xkk_\ 50 dXib\k VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 8cY\ikXËj=Xid\ijËDXib\kj1 ® ]i\j_#cfZXc^ff[j ®8cY\ikXdX[\#YXb\[fi^ifne ®\oZ\cc\ekflk`e^]fi]Xd`cpXe[]i`\e[j ®fm\i(''Xggifm\[dXib\kj KfÔe[X=Xid\ijËDXib\k`epfliXi\X#m`j`k nnn%XcY\ikXdXib\kj%ZfdXe[ nnn%Z_fdgXifle[XcY\ikX%ZX fig_fe\./'%-++%,*.. Events July Edmonton Regional Tourism Group – City of St. Albert 63. Country Cuisine: TASTE of Summer July 13 Canadian Petroleum Discovery Centre 60. Junior Roughneck Day Camp — Canadian July 7,9,15 & 17 9:30 am – 3:00 am A day of science and history exploration! Fossils, models, crafts, games, movies, and projects to take home. Included, a new educational program that will focus on the Future of Energy. Camps fill up quickly, so don’t miss out! Cost: $35 Pre-registration required. Please call Jeanne Visser-Vliegen (Education Director) to book your spot and for more information. Address/Directions: 50339 Highway 60; 10 minutes west of Edmonton International Airport; junction of Highways 19 & 60 (Nisku & Devon) Phone: 1-866-987-4323 Email: [email protected] Website: www.LeducNumber1.com Wheelchair accessible: yes Bus Parking/turnaround: yes Aqualine Aquatics & Water Features 61. Water Garden Tour July 13 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Take an inspiring self-guided tour of private and residential water gardens in the Strathcona and southeast Edmonton area. This is a fundraiser for the “Friends of Strathcona Library”. Cost $12/person. Please call the Library at (780) 449-5801 for tickets, or Aqualine Waterfeatures at (780) 467-3450. Address/Directions: 23211 Township Road 514, Sherwood Park. Take Highway 216 or Anthony Henday East to Range Road 232. Drive south to Township Road 514 (Ellerslie Road). Turn right and continue for 160 metres. Phone:(780) 467-3450 Email: [email protected] Website: www.aqualinewaterfeatures.com Wheelchair accessible: yes Bus Parking/turnaround: yes Town of Devon 62. Devon Dust-up Cross-Country Mountain Bike Race This gourmet food event showcases meats, cheeses, fruits, and produce from local county farms. Local chefs use their expertise to create a memorable regional food experience. Educational seminars and music will be part of the experience. Check out our website for more details and location. Address/Directions: Refer to www.edmontonscountryside.com Phone: 1-866-622-0740 Email: [email protected] Website: www.edmontonscountryside.com Wheelchair accessible: yes Bus Parking/turnaround: yes Devonian Gardens 64. 17th Annual Herb And Flower Festival July 20 11:00 am – 4:00 pm (Herb Garden & Pine Pavilion) Various times for events Visit our Herb Garden displaying herbal vinegar and oils, herbal facial creams, hand lotions, herbal beverage and food samplings as well as ‘green’ displays and informational talks in the Pine Pavilion. Herb Garden walk at 12:30 pm and Sensory and Healing Garden walk at 2:30 pm. Regular admission rates apply. No registration required. Address/Directions: 5 km north of Devon on Highway 60. Phone: (780) 987-3054 Website: www.devonian.ualberta.ca Wheelchair accessible: yes Bus Parking/turnaround: yes Edmonton Regional Tourism Group 65. Country Soul Stroll – 6th Anniversary! July 19 & 20 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Around every bend there is something new to see or do on this self-guided driving route through the Edmonton Countryside! Visitors of all ages will enjoy the variety of fun experiences available on the Stroll. Visit the website to choose the route that interests you! Address/Directions: Refer to website Phone: 1-866-622-0740 Email: [email protected] Website: www.edmontonscountryside.com Wheelchair accessible: Refer to website Bus Parking/turnaround: Refer to website July 13 This rollercoaster like ride is an Alberta Cup open to all. This weekend will crown the new Alberta Single Speed Champion too. Address/Directions: Town of Devon – Located on Highway 60, southwest of Edmonton; Devon Lion’s Campground – 1140 Saskatchewan Avenue East. From Highway 60, turn into town at Extra Foods, go straight through the 4-way stop. Left on Pidgeon Street (across from high school). Right onto Saskatchewan Avenue, Drive until you descend into the river valley and into the Devon Lions Campground Phone: (780) 987-8332 Email: [email protected] Website: www.devon.ca Wheelchair accessible: yes Bus Parking/turnaround: yes VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 51 Events Lamont & District Ag Society St. Albert Chamber of Commerce 66. Summer Sizzler Rodeo & Fair 68. Seniors’ Day at the St. Albert Farmers’ Market July 25 & 26 Various times for events Visitors will enjoy a parade, rodeo events, demolition derby, bench show, petting zoo, beer gardens, chili cook-off, market garden, steak & pork supper, Saturday night dance with Mark Lorenz, Rising Stars Variety Show, and fireworks. There’s fun for everyone in Lamont! Address/Directions: Lamont Recreation Grounds, Lamont Phone: Jason Fedyniak (780) 895-7765 or Sandy at Town Office (780) 895-2010 Email: [email protected] Website: www.lamont.ca Wheelchair accessible: yes Bus Parking/turnaround: yes August Prairie Gardens & Greenhouses 67. 2008 Fairy Berry Festival August 1-4 10:00 am – 10:00 pm Friday and Saturday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Sunday and Monday Kids love this magical festival with dragons, fairies, pirates, wagon rides, bunnies, games, and strawberry café for the Grand Opening of the Dragon 2008! Great Prairie Corn Maze with Flashlight Maze Adventures. Reserve a campfire and Hot Dog Roast! Admission $30/Family (4), $8/Person. Fairies & Pirates age 6 and under – FREE. Group rates available. Address/Directions: Highway 28 (97 Street) north from Edmonton 25 km to Bon Accord. Travel 1 km east past Bon Accord on Highway 28, turn left (north) on Lily Lake Road for 2 km. Phone: (780) 921-2272 Email: [email protected] Website: www.PrairieGardens.org Wheelchair accessible: yes Bus Parking/turnaround: yes August 2nd, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm In addition to the market’s bounty of local produce, meats and baking, as well as delicious prepared foods and fine crafts, participating vendors will offer seniors discounts and select giveaways. Details will be advertised prior to Seniors’ Day, but may include youths volunteering to carry bags, displays and information on proper nutrition, and coupons. The guest musical act at Seniors’ Day this year will inspire… tapping toes and dancing shoes! Address/Directions: Outdoor – Downtown St. Albert – Located on St. Anne Street & St. Thomas Street Phone: (780) 458-2833 Email: [email protected] Website: www.stalbertchamber.com Wheelchair Accesible: Yes Bus parking/turnaround: Park’n Ride from St. Albert Center Canadian Petroleum Discovery Centre 69. Discovery Days August 9 & 10 9:30 am – 5:00 pm Come and celebrate 61 years of wildcatting, doodle bugging, 133 famous dry holes and one BIG discovery that changed our province forever. We are hosting a variety of events for the whole family. Learn about Alberta’s rich history and about the future of Energy. Address/Directions: 50339 Highway 60; 10 minutes west of the Edmonton International Airport; junction of Highways 19 & 60 (Nisku & Devon) Phone: 1-866-987-4323 Email: [email protected] Website: www.LeducNumber1.com Wheelchair accessible: yes Bus Parking/turnaround: yes Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village 70. Ukrainian Day Sunday, August 10 10:00 am – 6:00 pm An unprecedented tribute to history, culture and community as we celebrate all things Ukrainian including the “Taste of Ukraine” food fair, a glimpse of early life in the Historic Village and traditional Church Services, Memorial Services, and Centenary Pioneer celebrations. Co-presented by the Ukrainian Canadian Congress – Alberta Provincial Council. Address/Directions: Located 25 minutes east of Edmonton on Highway 16 East (Yellowhead Highway). Phone: (780) 662-3640 Email: [email protected] Website: www.tprc.alberta.ca/uchv Wheelchair accessible: limited Bus Parking/turnaround: yes 52 VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 Events Cowboy Poets Society 71. 16th Annual Stony Plain Cowboy Poetry, Music & Art Gathering August 15th – 17th Friday evening 4:00 pm – 10:00 pm Saturday 9:00 am – 10:00 pm Sunday 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Stony Plain hosts the finest artists from across Canada and the USA to edify, educate and elucidate the traditional and contemporary cowboy life and humour in music and prose. The weekend will include cowboy poets, pickers, singers, artists, chuckwagon dinner/ BBQ and sing-a-long bonfire gatherings, plus all-weekend Western Arts & Crafts Trade Show. Address/Directions: Stony Plain Exhibition Grounds, 4200 - 50 Street, Stony Plain Phone: (780) 668-5578 Email: [email protected] Website: www.StonyPlainCowboyPoetry.com Wheelchair accessible: yes Bus Parking/turnaround: yes Redwater & District Agricultural Society 72. Redwater Discovery Days Trade Show and Fair August 15, 16 & 17 Join us in Redwater to experience the fun of a country fair with parade, bench show, Movie in the Park, trade show, car show and tons of other activities! You can also participate in or simply enjoy the slowpitch tournament. Address/Directions: Town of Redwater, just off Highway 28, northeast of Edmonton. Phone: Donna (780) 942-3498 Email: [email protected] Website: www.town.redwater.ab.ca Wheelchair accessible: yes Bus Parking/turnaround: yes Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village 73. Friends’ Ukrainian Music Fest Sunday, August 24 10:00 am – 6:00 pm Experience musical magic featuring an incredible gathering of some of the region’s greatest Ukrainian musicians. This stellar event encompasses an abundance of entertainment, cultural displays and delicious foods. Enjoy old fashioned activities and wagon rides in the Historic Village. Address/Directions: Located 25 minutes east of Edmonton on Highway 16 East (Yellowhead Highway). Phone: (780) 662-3640 Email: [email protected] Website: www.tprc.alberta.ca/uchv Wheelchair accessible: limited Bus Parking/turnaround: yes September St. Albert Chamber of Commerce 74. Yellow Ribbon Day at the St. Albert Farmers’ Market September 6th, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm The Yellow Ribbon Day is a community show of support for the individual soldier, airman, or sailor and his family. He may be far from home on another continent or simply a province away, but he is risking his life every day. As Canadians we need to show our military personnel that we are behind them. Yellow Ribbon Day acts as a visual symbol of their sacrifice. It signifies hope for the safe return of all members of the Canadian Forces. Address/Directions: Outdoor – Downtown St. Albert – Located on St. Anne Street & St. Thomas Street Phone: (780) 458-2833 Email: [email protected] Website: www.stalbertchamber.com Wheelchair Accessible: yes Bus Parking/turnaround: Park’n Ride from St. Albert Center Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village 75. Harvest of the Past & Taste of Heritage Food Fest Sunday, September 7 10:00 am – 6:00 pm Described as one of the best autumn events in Canada! Start your day with an early-bird pancake breakfast and later on, feast on some of the finest Alberta-produced foods at the Taste of Heritage Food Festival. Take in nostalgic harvest activities, specialty food items & crafts, demonstrations, and all-day musical entertainment. Address/Directions: Located 25 minutes east of Edmonton on Highway 16 East (Yellowhead Highway). Phone: (780) 662-3640 Email: [email protected] Website: www.cd.gov.ab.ca/uchv Wheelchair accessible: no Bus Parking/turnaround: yes VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 53 Events Amazing Field Maze Canadian Petroleum Discovery Center 76. Maze Days 79. 8th Annual Get Energized Career Fair September 20 – 21 September 29 – 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Saturday 10:00 am – 8:00 pm; Sunday 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm High school and post-secondary students/grads will meet one-onDuring this special weekend, the maze donates $1 from each adult admission and $.50 from each child admission to the “Alberta Legacy Development Society” in support of Leduc’s grain elevator. Address/Directions: South of Leduc on Highway 2A then east on Township Road 484 for 1.5 km. Phone: (780) 986-9034 Email: [email protected] Website: www.amazingfieldmaze.ca Wheelchair accessible: yes Bus Parking/turnaround: yes Redwater & District Ag Society 77. 10th Annual Harvest Moon Fiddle Festival September 20 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm with Dinner and Dance to follow October The 10th Annual Harvest Moon Fiddle Festival features up to 20 Alberta fiddlers and our famous “comes with all the fixins” home-cooked Alberta Beef dinner catered by the Moore Memorial United Church. Address/Directions: Radway Agri Centre; 25 km north of Redwater on Highway 28. Phone: Joanie (780) 942-2937 Email: [email protected] Wheelchair accessible: yes Bus Parking/turnaround: yes Canadian Petroleum Discovery Center Devonian Gardens 78. Fall Family Festival (Pine Pavilion/ Classroom) September 28 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm Create your very own scarecrow, build a bird feeder, or make a corn husk wreath! Follow the Sunflower Trail and enjoy the spectacular fall colors or enjoy hot apple cider and cookies by the Grebe Water. Admission – $20.00/family (4 people) – includes apple cider and cookie. $6 per extra person. There is an additional cost of $10/ scarecrow/bird feeder/ wreath. Refreshment and craft supplies are limited so to avoid disappointment call (780) 987-2496 to purchase your tickets. Address/Directions: 5 km north of Devon on Highway 60. Phone: (780) 987-3054 Website: www.devonian.ualberta.ca Wheelchair accessible: yes Bus Parking/turnarou und nd:: yyes es Parking/turnaround: 54 one with Energy Industry representatives to learn about a multitude of energy related career opportunities available today in Alberta’s booming economy. Included, the Centre will be showcasing a new educational program that will focus on the “Future of Energy”, Community Awareness”. Museum tours and operating drilling rig demonstrations will also be available. Call to register your class or to find out about the “Sponsor a School Bus Program”. Address/Location: 50339 Highway 60; 10 minutes west of the Edmonton International Airport; junction of Highways 19 & 60 (Nisku & Devon) Phone: 1-866-987-4323 Email: [email protected] Website: www.LeducNumber1.com Wheelchair accessible: yes Bus Parking/turnaround: yes VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 80. Science & Technology Week Information Night October 17 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Join us at the Canadian Petroleum Discovery Centre for an informative evening to learn about the energy industry! Included, a new educational program that will focus on the “Future of Energy, Community Awareness”. Please call Jeanne Visser-Vliegen (Education Director) for further information. Address/Directions: 50339 Highway 60; 10 minutes west of the Edmonton International Airport; junction of Highway 19 & 60 (Nisku & Devon) Phone: 1-866-987-4323 Email: [email protected] Website: www.LeducNumber1.com Wheelchair accessible: yes Bus Parking/turnaround: yes Prairie Gardens & Greenhouses 81. Haunted Pumpkin Festival October 4 – 26 Weekend Hours: 11:00 am – 5:00 pm Reserved weekday tours: 9:30 am – 3:00 pm Com discover a magical world of scarecrows, pumpkins and Come Hal Halloween! This fun-filled family adventure includes wagon rides, sca scarecrow building, pumpkin cannon, enchanted forest, pumpkin café and more! Admission charged. Add Address/Directions: 56311 Lily Lake Road, Bon Accord; Travel Hig Highway 28 North to Bon Accord. Turn left (North) 1 km east of Bon Accord onto Lily Lake Road. Continue north for 2 km. Pho Phone: (780) 921-2272 Ema Email: [email protected] W eb Website: www.PrairieGardens.org W h Wheelchair accessible: partial access B us Parking/turnaround: yes Bus Events Andrew Ag Society Edmonton Regional Tourism Group 82. Andrew Garlic Festival 85. Country Christmas October 18th 10:00 am – 1:00 am November & December 2008 Huge Farmers’ Market and Craft Sale, from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm. Be sure to reserve your table! Stay for a traditional Ukrainian dinner served at 6:00 pm, followed by dancing until 1:00 am. Address/Directions: Andrew Community Centre, 51 Avenue & 54 Street, Andrew. Phone: (780) 365-3741 Email: [email protected] Wheelchair accessible: yes Bus Parking/turnaround: yes Relax, rejuvenate and renew relationships with your friends, sisters, mothers, and daughters at Greater Edmonton Country Retreats. Packages range from $105/person – $325/person, based on double occupancy. All packages include taxes and gratuities. Address/Location: Refer to website Phone: 1-866-622-0740 Email: [email protected] Website: www.edmontonscountryside.com Wheelchair accessible: Refer to website Bus Parking/turnaround: Refer to website November Creative Country Crafts Pottery by Heather 83. Annual Artist and Artisans’ Sale 86. Work of Our Hands Open House & Sale November 8 – 11 Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday 10 am – 6 pm Every year a group of 11 artists present this show featuring pottery, handmade greeting cards, fabric arts, granite geese and shore birds, wood crafts from fine furniture to ready-to-finish products, sterling silver jewellery with semi-precious gems. Relax and have a leisurely shopping experience with prices in everyone’s range. Address/Directions: 118 Riverlane, Summerbrook Estates, St. Albert: From St. Albert: Follow Bellerose Drive east to Summerbrook Estates. Turn north on Riverlane to #118. From Highway 37: turn south on Starkey Road to Bellerose Drive, turn west on Bellrose (1.6 km) to Summerbrook Estates. Turn north on Riverlane to #118. From Edmonton: Take 127 Street out of city to Starkey Road, turn north and go over the little bridge, turn west onto Bellerose Drive (1.6 km) to Summerbrook Estates and turn north on Riverlane to #118. Phone: (780) 973-5298 Wheelchair accessible: No Bus Parking/turnaround: Yes Grove Valley Gardens 84. Christmas at Grove Valley Gardens Mid-November – December This time of year, our greenhouse is packed with Christmas giftware, plants and trees. Plenty of gifts perfect for family or friends or simply indulge yourself with something new for the season. Check out our website for details. Address/Directions: Take Yellowhead to RR.274/Campsite Road at Spruce Grove. Just 500 metres north of the interchange, then back in on the service road. Phone: (780) 962-3783 Email: [email protected] Website: www.gvgardens.ca Wheelchair accessible: Yes Bus Parking/turnaround: Yes November 15 & 16 Saturday and Sunday, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Come join Heather and friends at a show and sale of unique pottery and handcrafted gift items. Delightful and affordable Christmas gift-giving ideas. Address/Directions: 4740 50 Street, Bon Accord; Travel Highway 28 North to Bon Accord. Turn left at the Husky Gas Station. Phone: (780) 921-3412 Email: [email protected] Website: www.PotteryByHeather.com Wheelchair accessible: No Bus Parking/turnaround: Yes Town of Devon 87. Christmas in the Park November 29 Evening Activities from 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm Get your shopping done early at the numerous regional craft shows, enjoy the parade, sleigh rides, visit with Santa, warm up at the bonfire and be a part of the best candle luminary in the Capital Region! Address/Directions: Town of Devon – Located on Highway 60, southwest of Edmonton; Devon Lion’s Campground – 1140 Saskatchewan Avenue East From Highway 60, turn into town at Extra Foods, go straight through the 4-way stop. Left on Pidgeon Street (across from high school) Right onto Saskatchewan Avenue, drive until you descend into the river valley and into the Devon Lions Campground. Phone: Janet (780) 987-8332 Email: [email protected] Website: www.devon.ca Wheelchair accessible: Yes Bus Parking/turnaround: Yes VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 55 Events Dunvegan Gardens (AB) Ltd. 88. Winter Wonderland Event January 2009 November 22 Enjoy our Christmas displays including unique giftware, decorated trees, and benches and benches of poinsettias. Contact us for the date of our Annual Christmas Open House where you can enjoy hot cider, coffee, and home-baked goodies amidst an indoor winter wonderland. Address/Directions: 26005 Secondary Highway 627, Spruce Grove; 5 km east of Highway 60 on Garden Valley Road (Secondary Highway 627) or 215 Street and 23 Avenue northwest, Edmonton. Phone: (780) 470-0527 Email: [email protected] Website: www.dunvegangardens.ca Wheelchair accessible: yes, greenhouse only. Bus Parking/turnaround: yes December Redwater Ag & District Society 89. Redwater’s Annual Christmas Craft Sale December 6 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Find that unique gift for the hard-to-buy- for person on your list when you browse table upon table of crafts and wonderful gift ideas and be sure to look for our special guest in attendance this year! Address/Directions: Redwater School, 50 Avenue and 51 Street, Redwater. Phone: Donna (780) 942-3498 Email: [email protected] Wheelchair accessible: Yes Bus Parking/turnaround: Yes 56 VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 Town of Devon 90. Devon Ironman & Ironmaiden Classic Hockey Tournament January 17 1 day, 4 games, 3 on 3, 20 minutes of play, 1 minute rest, and its outdoors… in January. Show us what YOU are made of. Address/Directions: Town of Devon – Located on Highway 60, southwest of Edmonton; Devon Community Hall, 20 Haven Avenue From Highway 60, right at lights onto St. Lawrence Avenue (Fas Gas & Mac’s). Immediate left onto Superior Street. Right onto Haven Avenue (South of IGA) Phone: Janet (780) 987-8332 Email: [email protected] Website: www.devon.ca Wheelchair accessible: Yes Bus Parking/turnaround: Yes March 2009 Town of Devon 91. International Women’s Day Sunday, March 8 11:00 am – 3:00 pm Description: Enjoy a fantastic brunch at the picturesque Devon Golf Course nestled in river valley. Featuring live music, keynote speaker, Women in Business Expo, Pillar of Peace Award Presentation plus lots of great prizes Address/Directions: Devon Golf and Conference Center, 1130 River Valley. From Highway 60 take the Athabasca Avenue exit into town (Extra Foods). Head West until Pidgeon Street (by high school) Turn left. Turn right onto Saskatchewan Avenue. Follow the road down the hill. Turn left at the Devon Golf and Conference Center sign and follow the road to the club house. Phone: (780) 987-8332 Email: [email protected] Website: www.devon.ca Wheelchair accessible: Yes Bus Parking/turnaround: Yes Events 2008 Region Event Phone April Tuesday, April 1, 2008 Tuesday, April 1-30, 2008 April 5-October 18, 2008 Sunday, April 6, 2008 Friday, April 18-20, 2008 Saturday, April 19, 2008 Saturday, April 19-20, 2008 April 19-December 20, 2008 Saturday, April 19, 2008 April 21-May 7, 2008 Friday, April 25-27, 2008 Saturday, April 26, 2008 North East East East East East North West South Central South East First Choice Tree Nursery Santa’s Treasures Year Round Event Fort Saskatchewan Pottery Guild Exhibit Andrew Farmers’ Market Dow Presents: Ballet Jorgen Canada’s Anastasia Fort Saskatchewan 27th Annual Trade Show and Sale Dancers Dancing Morinville – Share the Secret Trade Show Stony Plain Farmers’ Market The MAN Show – Leduc Edmonton Kiwanis Music Festival Spring Welcome Horse Show Lamont Bull-a-rama Supreme XV North East South North North East East East North West East East All East Central South Central East East North East South Central North South South North East North West East West North Potter’s Guild Spring Sale Fort Saskatchewan Art Society Exhibit Leduc Black Gold Days Rodeo & Parade Flower Festival at Prairie Gardens Work of Our Hands Open House-Pottery By Heather Fort Saskatchewan Pottery Guild Sale Community Wide Garage Sale – Mundare Fort Saskatchewan Art and Quilt Walk Garden Festival – Prairie Gardens Stony Plain & District Community Garage Sale Ardrossan Lobster Dinner, Ardrossan Recreational Centre Mother’s Day Strawberry Tea, Strathcona County Museum & Archives Edmonton Countryside Spring Drive Strathcona Arabian Horse Association’s Annual Mother’s Day Horse Show Beverly Towne Farmers’ Market 2008 David Thompson Brigade – Bicentennial Celebrations LA Galaxy vs Vancouver Whitecaps Soccer Women’s Olympic Qualification Wrestling Tournament Bruderheim Professional Chuckwagon & Chariot Races – Dinner & Dance Namao United Church 125th Anniversary Celebration of Dance – Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village Devon Days Opera Nuova Presents – Vocal Arts Festival 43rd Annual Rainmaker Rodeo & Exhibition Dressage Show – Amberlea Meadows Country Swap Meet – AB Heritage Exp. Park Morinville Protective Services BBQ Horse Showcase 2008 International Children’s Festival Farmers’ Days & Kinsmen Rodeo Strathcona Country Classic, Moyer Recreation Centre, Josephburg Pioneer Museum Annual Opening Dinner Morinville Town-wide Garage Sale 939-4448 992-6400 365-3741 992-6400 998-4355 992-6400 939-9462 963-3029 986-5454 488-3498 955-7608 662-2506 May Thursday, May 1-3, 2008 Thursday, May 1-30, 2008 Friday, May 2-4, 2008 Saturday, May 3-4, 2008 Saturday, May 3-4, 2008 Saturday, May 03, 2008 Saturday, May 03, 2008 Monday, May 5-10, 2008 Saturday, May 10-11, 2008 Saturday, May 10, 2008 Saturday, May 10, 2008 Saturday, May 10, 2008 Saturday, May 10-11, 2008 Sunday, May 11, 2008 May 13-September 30, 2008 Tuesday, May 13, 2008 Tuesday, May 13, 2008 Friday, May 16, 17, 2008 Saturday, May 17-19, 2008 Sunday, May 18, 2008 Monday, May 19, 2008 Wednesday, May 21-25, 2008 May 23-June 30, 2008 Friday, May 23-25, 2008 Friday, May 23-25, 2008 Saturday, May 24, 2008 Sunday, May 25, 2008 Tuesday, May 27, 2008 Tuesday, May 27-31, 2008 Friday, May 30-June 1, 2008 May 31-June 2, 2008 Saturday, May 31, 2008 Saturday, May 31, 2008 459-4135 992-6400 986-0321 921-2272 921-3412 992-1886 764-3929 992-0871 921-2272 963-4545 922-0014 / 922-3377 467-8189 459-1724 407-8982 413-6244 987-8332 451-8000 464-2112 796 3731 973-6708 662-3640 987-8300 922-2379 1-888-459-1725 955-7608 986-5912 939-4361 446-9932 459-1542 963-2151 992-9796 963-1234 939-4464 VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 57 Events 2008 Region Event Phone June Sunday, June 1, 2008 Sunday, June 1-30, 2008 Monday, June 2-8, 2008 Tuesday, June 3, 2008 Tuesday, June 3, 2008 Wednesday, June 4-7, 2008 Thursday, June 5, 2008 Thursday, June 5, 2008 Thursday, June 5-6, 2008 Thursday, June 5-8, 2008 Thursday, June 5-15, 2008 Saturday, June 7, 2008 Saturday, June 7-8, 2008 June 7-September 3, 2008 Saturday, June 7, 2008 June 10-September 2, 2008 Wednesday, June 11, 2008 Thursday, June 12-15, 2008 Friday, June 13, October 13 Friday, June 13, 2008 Friday, June 13-15, 2008 Saturday, June 14, 2008 Saturday, June 14, 2008 Saturday, June 14, 2008 Saturday, June 14, 2008 Saturday, June 14-15, 2008 Saturday, June 14-15, 2008 Saturday, June 14-15, 2008 Wednesday, June 18-28, 2008 Wednesday, June 18-22, 2008 Thursday, June 19-20, 2008 Friday, June 20-29, 2008 Friday, June 20-21, 2008 June 20-July 2, 2008 Saturday, June 21, 2008 Saturday, June 21, 2008 Saturday, June 21, 2008 Tuesday, June 24-July 20, 2008 Wednesday, June 25, 2008 Friday, June 27-July 13, 2008 Saturday, June 28-29, 2008 Sunday, June 29, 2008 Sunday, June 29, 2008 Sunday, June 29, 2008 Monday, June 30-July 1, 2008 Monday, June 30-July 1, 2008 58 North East North West South Central East East South South Central East Central East North North East South Central West South East South West South Central North South Central Central East Central West Central East South North Central West Central South East North East West North Special Market at the Ride for Hunger – Redwater Fort Saskatchewan Museum & Historical Site Exhibit Morinville Seniors’ Week Devonian Botanic Garden – Kurimoto Japanese Garden Spring Festival KJG Beaumont Communities in Bloom, spring clean up and beautification Annual Dreamspeakers International Film Festival Strathcona Seniors Jamboree Strathcona Seniors Jamboree Alberta Dairy Congress – Leduc Aurora Arabian Summer Horse Show Nextfest – Next Generation Arts Festival Legacy Park Family Festival Lamont County Doors Open Sheep Grazing Bon Accord 3rd Annual Town Wide Garage Sale Redwater Farmers’ Market Josephburg Fried Chicken Supper & Country Market Beaumont Town & Country Daze TELUS World of Science Edmonton Body Worlds 1 Stony Plain Chamber/Rotary 11th Annual Pro Am Golf Tournament Grand Prix of Cycling – Devon’s Weekend of Endurance Father’s Day Pancake Breakfast 5 Peaks Trail Running Series – Devon’s Weekend of Endurance Show & Shine Car Show Beaumont Business Association – Annual Trade Fair Concrete Theatre presents Sprouts 2008 Berry Ridge Miniature Donkey Open House Millet Days Rapid Fire Theatre Presents – Improvaganza Cique du Soleil – Saltimbanco Wabamun Fun Daze Edmonton International Jazz Festival Western Fun Daze The Works Art & Design Festival Annual Ardrossan, Community Parade & Picnic Millet’s Annual Community Garage Sale St. Jean Baptiste Day River City Shakespeare Festival Summer Rural Rendezvous Feats Festival of Dance Wild Rose Arabian Horse Show Strathcona Fiddle Jamboree, Josephburg Sts. Peter & Paul Pilgrimage Sts. Peter and Paul Pilgrimage – Mundare Canada Day & Street Performer’s Festival – Spruce Grove orinville Canada Day Celebration – Morinville VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 942 3023 992-6400 939-4361 987-3054 929-1364 378-9609 464-4044 464-4044 986-9562 955-7608 453-2440 992-6261 895-2233 992-6261 921-2137 942-3023 998-9450 929-1364 877-772-5425 963-4545 987-8332 467-8189 987-8332 963-6297 929-8734 496-7008 913-5136 387-4727 448-0695 451-8000 892-2699 990-0222 892-2720 426-2122 922-0014 387-4554 939-4361 425-8086 963-1156 422-8107 955-7608 998-2740 764-3860 764-3860 962-7616 939-4361 Events 2008 Region Event Phone July Tuesday, July 1, 2008 Tuesday, July 1, 2008 Tuesday, July 1, 2008 Tuesday, July 1, 2008 Tuesday, July 1, 2008 Tuesday, July 1, 2008 Tuesday, July 1, 2008 Tuesday, July 1, 2008 Tuesday, July 1, 2008 Tuesday, July 1, 2008 Friday, July 4-6, 2008 Friday, July 4-13, 2008 Sunday, July 6, 2008 Monday, July 7-9, 2008 Wednesday, July 9-13, 2008 Saturday, July 12, 2008 Saturday, July 12, 2008 Sunday, July 13, 2008 Sunday, July 13, 2008 Sunday, July 13, 2008 Tuesday, July 15-17, 2008 Tuesday, July 15-August 3, 2008 Thursday, July 17-20, 2008 Thursday, July 17-26, 2008 Thursday, July 18-27, 2008 Friday, July 18-20, 2008 Friday, July 24-26, 2008 Friday, July 24-26, 2008 Saturday, July 19-20, 2008 Saturday, July 19-20, 2008 Saturday, July 19-20,2008 Saturday, July 19, 2008 Sunday, July 20, 2008 Monday, July 28-August 3, 2008 Wednesday, July 23-27, 2008 Friday, July 25-August 03, 2008 Friday, July 25, 2008 Friday, July 25-26, 2008 Friday, July 25-26, 2008 Friday, July 25-27, 2008 Saturday, July 26-27, 2008 Saturday, July 26-August 3, 2008 Saturday, July 26-27, 2008 Saturday, July 26, 2008 Monday, July 28-August 2, 2008 East East South South South East Central West West North South Central West South South South East South North South South Central West Central Central West Central Central North All West West West East Central Central East North East South South Central North North North Canada Day Celebrations, Broadmoor Lake Park Parade into Summer, Sherwood Park & District Chamber of Commerce Beaumont Canada Day Event Canada Day – Devon Canada Day – Leduc Canada Day Celebrations – Fort Saskatchewan Canada Day Fireworks Festival Stony Plain Canada Day Celebrations & Bike Parade Spruce Grove Canada Day & Street Performers Festival Gibbons Canada Day Rocky Mtn. Nationals – Castrol Raceway Edmonton International Street Performers Festival Great White North Triathlon Apache Junior Roughneck Day Camp – Canadian Petroleum Discovery Centre Jump with Hope for Kids with Cancer Horse Show Berry Festival – Leduc Wabamun Boat Demos & Wakeboard Event Devon Dust-up Cross Country Mountain Bike Race Country Cuisine – Taste the Summer Water Garden Tour – Aqualine Aquatics & Water Features Apache Junior Roughneck Day Camp – Canadian Petroleum Discovery Centre 2008 IBAF World Junior Baseball Championship Stony Plain Centennial Homecoming Edmonton’s Capital EX A Taste of Edmonton Entwistle Rodeo Rexall Edmonton Indie Visualeyez… A Festival of Performing Art Host Site – Country Soul Stroll – Prairie Gardens Country Soul Stroll–6th Anniversary Yard and Garden Tour 2008 Carvel Street Sale 7th Annual Herb and Flower Festival – Devonian Gardens Historic Garden Tours 2008 Canoe Polo World Championship 2008 World Junior Baseball Championships Sobeys Movie in the Park Legal Fete au Village Lamont Summer Sizzler Rodeo & Fair Monster Madness – Castrol Raceway Leduc West Antique Exposition Edmonton & Athabasca District Historic Festival Red Hat Strawberry Fair – Prairie Gardens Bon Accord Out Door Movie Bilingual Guided Walking Tour 467-2112 464-0801 929-1364 987-8331 980-7177 / 986-5454 992-6261 423-2822 963-2777 962-7616 923-3331 468-3278 425-5162 433-2047 987-4323 955-7608 980-7177 892-2699 987-8332 459-1724 467-3450 987-4323 425-5162 963-2151 471-7210 423-2822 727-4035 451-8000 423-5353 921-2272 866-622-0740 960-7367 963-1156 987-3054 662-3640 982-1250 427-8943 992-6261 961-3773 895-7765 468-3278 986-5912 439-2797 921-2272 921-2137 939-4361 VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 59 Events 2008 Region Event Phone August Friday, August 1-4, 2008 Friday, August 1-3, 2008 Friday, August 1-3, 2008 Friday, August 1-30, 2008 Saturday, August 2, 2008 Saturday, August 2-4, 2008 Monday, August 5-10, 2008 Thursday, August 7-10, 2008 Thursday, August 7-10, 2008 Friday, August 8-10, 2008 Friday, August 8-10, 2008 Saturday, August 9-10, 2008 Saturday, August 9-10, 2008 Saturday, August 9, 2008 Saturday, August 9, 2008 Sunday, August 10, 2008 Wednesday, August 13, 2008 Saturday, August 16, 2008 Thursday, August 14-17, 2008 Thursday, August 14-24, 2008 Friday, August 15-17, 2008 Friday, August 22-24, 2008 Friday, August 15-17, 2008 Friday, August 15-16, 2008 Friday, August 15-17, 2008 Saturday, August 16-17, 2008 Saturday, August 16, 2008 Saturday, August 16, 2008 Friday, August 22-23, 2008 Friday, August 22-24, 2008 Saturday, August 23-24, 2008 Sunday, August 24, 2008 Sunday, August 24, 2008 August 29-September 1, 2008 Friday, August 29-31, 2008 Friday, August 29-31, 2008 Saturday, August 30, 2008 Saturday, August 30-31, 2008 60 North South West East West Central North Central South Central South South North North South East South East Central Central West Central West North East Central East East South Central South East West Central East South North South Fairy Berry Festival – Prairie Gardens Summer Dressage Festival Blueberry Bluegrass & Country Music Festival Photographic Light Experiments Exhibit Tri-A Taste @ Stony Plain Rotary Park Edmonton Heritage Festival Rock ‘n August Edmonton Folk Music Festival Summer Heat Horse Show Cariwest – Edmonton Caribbean Arts Festival Millet Concert in the Country Discovery Days – Canadian Petroleum Discovery Centre Bon Accord Harvest Days Agricultural Society Bull-O-Rama Millet’s Annual Garden Tour & Strawberry Tea Ukrainian Day – Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village Hot August Night – Castrol Raceway South Cooking Lake Trail Days Canadian Youth Francophone Games Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival Cowboy Poetry, Music & Art Gathering Edmonton Dragon Boat Festival Grove Cruise – Classic Car Weekend Redwater & District Discovery Days Mundare Agri-Daze Edmonton Expo Latino Hispanic Arts Festival Chicken Coop Quilt Show – Mundare South Cooking Lake Trail Days World of Outlaws – Castrol Raceway Edmonton Labatt Blues Festival Northern Alberta Pony Club Horse Show Friends’ Ukrainian Music Festival – Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village Harvest Rural Rendezvous Symphony under the Sky Festival Bruderheim Centennial – Chuckwagon & Chariot Races Alberta Morgan Horse Show Gibbons Museum Pioneer Days Beaumont Blues Festival VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 921-2272 955-7608 1-888-526-6464 992-6400 963-2777 488-3378 1-877-808-7044 429-1899 955-7608 421-7800 387-5124 987-4323 921-3550 939-4361 387-4554 662-3640 468-3278 922-0907 427 2227 448-9000 963-5998 493-8158 962-8206 942-3498 764-3929 628-5822 764-3727 922-0907 468-3278 708-7230 955-7608 662-3640 963-1156 428-1414 796 3731 955-7608 923-3331 929-1364 Events 2008 Region Event Phone September Monday, September 1-30, 2008 East Tuesday, September 2-4, 2008 North Saturday, September 6, 2008 North Sunday, September 7, 2008 East Saturday, September 13, 2008 South Sunday, September 14, 2008 West Sunday, September 14, 2008 East Monday, September 15-21, 2008 Central Monday, September 15-16, 2008 South Tuesday, September 16, 2008 East Friday, September 19-21, 2008 South Saturday, September 20, 2008 North Saturday, September 20, 2008 North Saturday, September 20-21, 2008 South Saturday, September 20, 2008 North September 22-October 31, 2008 North Wednesday, September 24-26, 2008 East Friday, September 26, 2008 East Saturday, September 27-28, 2008 North September 26-October 4, 2008 Central Saturday, September 27, 2008 West Sunday, September 28, 2008 East Monday, September 29, 2008 South September 29-October 4, 2008 Central “Hers” Exhibit The “A-Mazing Race” Giant Cornfield Maze Challenge Gibbons Town Wide Garage Sale Harvest of the Past & Heritage Food Festival Country Harvest – AB Heritage Exp. Park Rotary Run For Life Terry Fox Run Edmonton Poetry Festival Amazing Field Maze – Maze Days Annual Terry Fox Run Harvest Horse Show – Amberlea Meadows Harvest Moon Fiddle Festival – Redwater & District Ag Society Bon Accord Trade Fair and Exposition Amazing Field Maze – Maze Days Morinville Town Wide Garage Sale Scarecrows, Pumpkins, and Fall on the Farm Tours Canadian Urban Forest Conference Colin James Preview to Pumpkins – Harvest Fest Edmonton International Film Festival Pioneer Harvest Thanksgiving Church Service & Pioneer Old-Time Thrashing Bee Strathcona Wilderness Family Fun Day Get Energized! Career Fair – Canadian Petroleum Centre Edmonton Chante, Edmonton’s French Song Festival 992-6400 921-2272 923-3331 662-3640 986-5912 797-2440 998-3757 497 2336 986-9034 465-5460 955-7608 942-2937 921-3550 986-9034 939 4361 921-2272 464-8496 992-6400 921-2272 423-0844 963-1234 922-3939 987-4323 469-4401 Trees – “pARTners” Exhibit The Banff Centre Alberta Autumn Tour Haunted Pumpkin Festival – Prairie Gardens and Greenhouses Edmonton International Lit Fest Andrew Garlic Festival Activity Night – Science & Technology Week– Canadian Petroleum Discovery Centre A Tribute to Elvis, Roy, and Johnny Bon Accord – Old Fashioned Fall Supper InterFEAR Arts Festival Christmas in October Craft Show & Sale Bon Accord – Broomstick Ball Elizabeth Antique Show & Sale Devon Halloween Family Dance Farmfair International River City RoundUp Bruderheim Haunted House Halloween Hoopla – Spruce Grove 992-6400 992-6400 921-2272 430-1918 365-3741 987-4323 992-6400 921-2137 431-2126 461-2003 921-2540 467-7766 987-8331 471-7210 498-1073 796 3731 962-7616 October Wednesday, October 1-30, 2008 Thursday, October 2, 2008 Saturday, October 4-26, 2008 Thursday, October 9-12, 2008 Saturday, October 18, 2008 Friday, October 17, 2008 Saturday, October 18, 2008 Saturday, October 18, 2008 Friday, October 24-26, 2008 Friday, October 24-26, 2008 Saturday, October 25, 2008 Sunday, October 26, 2008 Friday, October 31, 2008 October 31-November 8, 2008 October 31-November 8, 2008 Friday, October 31, 2008 Friday, October 31, 2008 East East North Central East South East North Central East North East South Central Central East West VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 61 Events 2008 2009 2009 Region Event Phone November ‘ Saturday, November 1, 2008 Sunday, November 2, 2008 Wednesday, November 5-9, 2008 Thursday, November 6-9, 2008 Friday, November 7-8, 2008 Friday, November 7-8, 2008 Saturday, November 8-11, 2008 Tuesday, November 11, 2008 Tuesday, November 11, 2008 Tuesday, November 11, 2008 Thursday, November 13, 2008 November 15-December 24, 2008 Saturday, November 15-16, 2008 Saturday, November 15, 2008 Saturday, November 15-16, 2008 Saturday, November 15-16, 2008 Sunday, November 16, 2008 Friday, November 21-23, 2008 Saturday, November 22, 2008 Saturday, November 22, 2008 Saturday, November 22, 2008 Saturday, November 22, 2008 Thursday, November 27-30, 2008 Friday, November 28, 2008 Friday, November 28, 2008 Friday, November 28-29, 2008 Friday, November 28, 2008 Saturday, November 29, 2008 Saturday, November 29, 2008 Saturday, November 29, 2008 Saturday, November 29, 2008 Saturday, November 29, 2008 Saturday, November 29, 2008 Saturday, November 29, 2008 Sunday, November 30, 2008 November & December 2008 West North Central Central North East North East East North East West West West North North North West Central West West North Central East South North North East East South East North West North East All “Spirits of Stony Plain” Masquerade Ball Bon Accord Christmas Craft Fair Canadian Finals Rodeo Global Visions Film Festival Bon Accord Bi-annual Women’s Conference Where’s Charlie? Creative Country Crafts Annual Artist and Artisans’ Sale Strathcona County Museum & Archives Honour Our Veterans Remembrance Day Ceremony Gibbons Remembrance Day Ceremonies International Guitar Night Christmas at Grove Valley Gardens Christmas Rural Rendezvous Muir Lake Christmas Craft Fair and Trade Show Work of Our Hands Open House & Sale-Pottery by Heather Country Craft Fair Gibbons-Saville Country Classic Junior Bonspiel Tri-Community Festival of Trees Bright Nights Winter Family Festival Winter Wonderland Event – Dunvegan Gardens (AB) Ltd. Stony Plain – Christmas in November Legal’s Trade and Craft Fair Festival of Trees Christmas Lights Up Celebration and Moonlight Madness Santa Claus Parade & Festivities – Leduc Morinville Lite up the Nite Christmas Festival Gibbons Seniors Almost Christmas Dinner Josephburg Country Christmas Market Partridge Hill Christmas Market Devon’s Christmas in the Park Santa Claus Parade Morinville Christmas Craft Fair Christmas in Central Park – Spruce Grove Gibbons Craft Sale Josephburg Presents – Comedy & Music Dinner Concert Country Christmas 963-2777 921 3550 471-7210 414-1052 921-2137 992-6400 973-5298 467-8189 998-3466 923-3331 992-6400 962-3783 963-1156 963-3535 921-3412 458-1918 923-3331 963-2777 409-2131 470-0527 963-1234 961-2221 498-1073 992-0871 986-5454 939-4361 923-3331 998-2818 998-2789 987-8332 998-4355 939-3292 962-7616 923-3331 998-2740 922-4072 East East North West South North East North East East Central George Canyon Creative Hands Exhibit Downtown Christmas Light-up Festival Stony Plain Rotary Carol Festival Brighten Up Beaumont Redwater’s Annual Christmas Craft Sale Fort Saskatchewan Pottery Guild Display and Sale Legal’s Annual Christmas Festival Christmas Extravaganza – Mundare Broadmoor Lake Park New Year’s Eve Family Celebrations New Year’s Eve Downtown 992-6400 992-6400 459-1724 963-2416 929-1364 942-3498 992-1886 961-3773 764-3929 467-2211 423-2822 South West North South Devon Ironman & Ironmaiden Classic 3 on 3 Outdoor Hockey Tournament Pioneer Valentine’s Tea Gibbons Family Day International Women’s Day 987-8332 963-2777 923-3331 987-8332 December Monday, December 1, 2008 Monday, December 1-30, 2008 Thursday, December 4, 2008 Friday, December 5, 2008 Friday, December 5, 2008 Saturday, December 6, 2008 Saturday, December 6, 2008 Sunday, December 7, 2008 Saturday, December 13, 2008 Wednesday, December 31, 2008 Wednesday, December 31, 2008 2009 Saturday, January 17, 2009 Saturday, February 14, 2009 Tuesday, February 17, 2009 Sunday, March 8, 2009 62 VISIT EDMONTON’S COUNTRYSIDE 2008 Enter to Win a $500 shopping spree! 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