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Ponoka Visitors Guide 2017 & Business Directory Published By

Box 4188 - 4205 Hwy 2A, Ponoka, Ab. T4J 1R6 Phone: 403-783-3888 • Fax: 403-783-3886 Email – chamberp@telus.net

PonokaLive .ca

PONOKA & DISTRICT CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

“Blazing a trail to bring innovation and inspiration to businesses in Ponoka” TRADE SHOW BUSINESS AWARDS

2017/2018

EVENT DATES

July 15 ...................... Town Wide Garage Sale October 20 .............. Annual Business Awards November 17 ......... Christmas Tree Lighting Almost Midnight Madness

PROUD TO HOST

2017 ALBERTA AMATEUR

Nov. 6 to Dec. 24 .. Passport to Christmas December 2............. Children’s Christmas Shopping Party April 27 & 28, 2018 Trade Fair

PONOKA GOLF CLUB

Where everyone likes to play

PRO SHOP: 403-783-4626 • CLUBHOUSE LOUNGE: 403-783-2255 • FAX: 403-783-5144

PONOKA GOLF CLUB PROSHOP • Fully Stocked Proshop • Custom Club Fitting

TEE TIMES BY APPOINTMENT NON-MEMBERS BOOK 1 Week in Advance TOURNAMENTS WELCOME Call early to avoid disappointment (Corporate or Family Get-togethers)

• Golf Lessons by Appointment • Club Repair • Nike, Under Armour, Ping, Sun Mountain Equipment and Apparel Available • Rusty Putter Grill & Patio - Public Welcome Call for Green Fee or Membership Information

www.ponokagolf.com

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Location of Ponoka, Alberta, CANADA

Member of Parliament Blaine Calkins

MP welcomes you Welcome to Ponoka, a town which includes vibrant arts and culture, excellent athletic facilities and a generous volunteer spirit.

Take a dip in the pool, swing a club at one of the courses, bat a ball, shoot a puck, throw a rock at the curling rink or enjoy one of the many other sporting events in the area.

Take a walk on the walking trails, take in a movie, visit a museum or throw a pot, pick up a paint brush and explore your creative side!

The area is rich in history and is well known for the Ponoka Stampede which is celebrating their 80th anniversary this year!

So stop on in and experience some real western hospitality!

Blaine Calkins, MP Red Deer - Lacombe

Where Is Ponoka, AB? Ideally located in the heart of central Alberta and along the thriving Calgary – Edmonton economic corridor.

2 Hour Drive to Calgary 1 Hour Drive to Edmonton ½ Hour Drive to Red Deer

Ponoka A place you will want to be.

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Welcome to Ponoka On behalf of the Ponoka and District Chamber of Commerce, we are pleased to welcome you to our community, of which we are all very proud to be a part of.

We are a very active chamber that promotes its members and spurs on economic growth through a variety of events and activities. The Trade Fair each April is our cornerstone event, promoting local and surrounding area businesses to the public and adding in some fun for the whole family.

The Business Awards Gala, held in the fall, acknowledges our local businesses for their involvement and commitment to our community. Passport to Christmas and many other events throughout the year continue to show that Ponoka is

We have a vibrant and many wondereventful town. ful retail and Our town is service busifull of recrenesses. From ational facilproviding the ities ranging basic needs from three to the unique hockey ice boutique surfaces, six shops all over sheets of town, every curling ice, need can be a skate park, fulfilled. From soccer pitchnuts and bolts es, ball diato shirts, shoes, monds and ANDREW MIDDLETON s w i m m i n g PRESIDENT, PONOKA AND lingerie, furniture, appliancfacilities. We DISTRICT CHAMBER OF es, electronics also have two COMMERCE and gifts, our of the best golf courses in Alberta. We local retailers have it all. I have everything to meet am sure you will find them friendly and helpful for evyour recreational needs.

While you are in town erything you require.

Our local food scene we hope that you will take some time to get to know can’t be beat – choose the people, businesses and from western, Oriental, organizations that make pizza, upscale dining, or pub food. If you’d rather Ponoka what it is.

cook your own, there’s fresh produce and everything you need at the local grocers and you will also find some of the best meat processors in Alberta.

Be sure to visit our beautiful parks and recreation facilities. A stroll down Diamond Willow Trail along the Battle River is a must for nature lovers. We have multiple other fun activities to partake in; a movie, bowling, massage, yoga, an afternoon workout at the gym, or a round of golf; just to name a few.

Contact us at 403783-3888 or visit www.

PonokaLive.ca. You can also follow us on Facebook to stay up to date with current events. We will be happy to help you discover the attractions you can add to your stay.

Monday - Friday 10 am - 5 pm Saturday 11 am - 4:30 pm Closed Sundays & Holidays

5101-51st Ave.

403-790-0012

Participating Food Bank Drop Location!

We have a large selection of almost everything!

Mission Thrift Store in Ponoka is one of 50 stores across Canada that is volunteer driven and actively involved in recycling. Volunteers work to receive funds to help people in our own community, and to better the lives of people living in impoverished areas around the world through literacy programs, employment training and access to the Living Word.

Mission Thrift Stores convert donated goods into cash beneÀting the joint ministry of BFM Foundation (Canada) and Bible League of Canada, a ministry which ensures that people everywhere can access the living, life-giving, life-changing, Word of God, (as expressed in the Bible)

Clothing, Household, Books, Crafts, Furniture, Sporting goods, and much, much more! COME VISIT US TODAY!

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Super Shopping DIRECTORY Ponoka New & Used Antiques & Collectables

Gerald Stebner Phone 403 783 5655 Fax 403 783 5787 5306 50 St., Ponoka, AB T4J 1H4

403-783-4091

skinnys1@shaw.ca

www.ponokanewused.ca ponokanewused@shaw.ca EVERYTHING YOU NEED AND MORE!

Ponoka’s must see store!

Indoor and outdoor gifts, home decor, jewellery, flowers and much more!

5102 46 Avenue

877-783-8190 • Email: flowrs4u@telusplanet.net Box 4214, 5008 - 51st Ave Ponoka, AB T4J 1R6

Lyon’s Jewellery

403-783-3921 Fax: 403-783-3923 5017 - Chipman (50 Ave.) Ponoka lyons63@hotmail.com

We are a family owned and operated business, since 1969.

Lyon’s Jewellery, is your go-to store for all those important Jewellery purchases, be it Engagement, Anniversary, or for any special occasion. We have a huge selection of Bradford Collectible Giftware, exclusive to Ponoka. Our staff is all local, and are waiting to greet you and help you find that special item. Come in and take a ‘closer look’ at all we have to offer.

Specializing in Children’s Clothing from Newborn to size 10

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421025 Seafield Rd

403-704-4062

Ponoka County

Tues. & Thurs. 12:00pm to 5:00 pm • 1st & 3rd Sat. 10:00am to 2:00pm

Email: joniscollections63@gmail.com

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Opportunities of fun in Ponoka County Visitors Battle River, to Ponoka Blindman County will River and be impressed Medicine with the numRiver. ber of attracCottage tions and country livrecreational ing can be opportuniexperienced ties that are at a number available. of resorts and D u r i n g rural subdivithe sumsions in and mer months, around Gull golfers can Lake and PAUL MCLAUCHLIN play at the PONOKA COUNTY REEVE Red Deer challenging Lake. Ponoka Wolf Creek Golf Resort County is also a great or the family orientated destination for camping, Gull Lake Golf Course. boating, snowmobiling, Fishermen can enjoy horseback riding and year-round angling on the hunting activities.

Chain Lakes, Gull Lake, Combine the natural

beauty and atmosphere of the County with the many events hosted by the Towns of Ponoka and Rimbey and visitors can enjoy all four seasons in our area.

Ponoka County is a growing, progressive County and we encour-

age you to access our website at www.ponokacounty.com for current information.

I hope you will come again to enjoy our hospitality and friendly rural life-style.

Paul McLauchlin Ponoka County Reeve

“I HOPE YOU WILL COME AGAIN TO ENJOY OUR HOSPITALITY AND FRIENDLY RURAL LIFE-STYLE.”

Welcome from

working to promote, support and celebrate agricultural opportunities, leadership and events in our rural and urban community.

The key to our success rests in our volunteers who embody the spirit of greatness by saying “Yes we can do this!”

Join us for: High School Scholarship Deadline June 1 Reined Cow Horse July 7-9 Cowboy Challenge July 15-16 Home, Hobby & Horticultural Show August 11-12 Community Church August 20 Black Elk Cutting September 6-10 Chore Horse Challenge September 30-October 1 Farming with Horses and Ranch Rodeo Fall: (Dates TBA) Commercial Pen Show December 1-2 AGM December 4

For registration forms and activities updates visit our website: www.ponokaagsociety.ca

RON ORR, MLA LACOMBE - PONOKA

Welcome tourists to the Heart of Central Alberta!

We are glad that you have chosen to travel and experience this wonderful community where the pride of its people is so evident.

As you visit the Town, make sure you stop and enjoy the many attractions Ponoka has to offer.

Whether you enjoy a round of golf or a walk by the Thinking Tree – I know you will relax as get to know this unique community.

As MLA for Lacombe-Ponoka, I hope you will enjoy your time spent in Ponoka and that you will come back and visit again! Best wishes for a safe journey home.

#101, 4892 - 46 St. Lacombe, AB T4L 2B4 403-782-7725

lacombe.ponoka@assembly.ab.ca

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Discover the Real Ponoka!

Association, at of Highway our world-fa53, also offers mini golf, a mous Ponoka Stampede. splash park, a stocked trout You can also pond, a new enjoy some fun family acplayground for your kids to tivities and live entertainenjoy, and ‘The Legacy’, the ment in Lions Centennial world’s largest bucking Park on July 1 as we saddle bronc celebrate horse and rider statue.

C a n a d a ’s RICK BONNETT birthday!

There’s so MAYOR, much to see Come back TOWN OF PONOKA to Centennial and do in Park again on August 18 Ponoka! While you’re here, for our Day in the Park sum- don’t miss the Farmers mer festival to enjoy chil- Market every Wednesday dren’s games and activities, morning at the arena from our community Canada 150 May to October, and take a Family Feud challenge, an leisurely stroll along our 8 km outdoor movie and more river valley trail system located right in the heart of town fireworks! along the scenic Battle River.

Attractions and Activities You can hit the greens Centennial Park, which is located on Highway 2A north at Ponoka’s Golf Club and

Welcome to Ponoka!

While you’re here, we invite you to explore the many businesses and restaurants in our community, including our historic Downtown where you’ll find a wide variety of specialty shops and services that draw people from across Alberta.

We are currently making plans to revitalize our Downtown to make it an even more dynamic and attractive place to shop and do business – so be sure to check back often to see the progress we’re making!

Celebrate Canada’s 150th Birthday with Us! This year marks Canada’s 150th birthday and Ponoka has some special celebrations planned to celebrate this momentous event. Join us for a spectacular fireworks show on July 1, jointly funded by the Town of Ponoka and the Stampede

#201, 5025 Parkwood Rd Box 59, Blackfalds, AB T0M 0J0 1-800-665-0865 www.blainecalkinsmp.ca calkib1@parl.gc.ca

Wolf Creek Golf Resort, step back in time at the Fort Ostell Museum, and visit the Canadian Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame on the upper floor of the Calnash Ag Event Centre at the south end of Highway 2A to learn about Ponoka’s rodeo legends.

Ponoka is a great place to live, work and play. As Mayor, I am extremely proud of our community and encourage you to take time to fully experience all that Ponoka has to offer. If you would like to learn more about living or doing business here, we invite you to contact the Town at 403-783-4431. You can also stay connected by visiting www.ponoka.ca or follow us on Facebook or Twitter.

We’re happy you’re here, and we invite you to come back again soon!

Mayor Rick Bonnett Town of Ponoka

Outdoor Event Area in the Beautiful Battle River Valley We have a large event area including fire pits, cabins, horseshoe pits, walking trails, horse & quad trails, farm tours…

Blaine Calkins, MP Red Deer - Lacombe

Welcome to Ponoka, a family friendly community in the heart of our dynamic and diversified province. Whether you’re here for the renowned Stampede or for a taste of true western hospitality Enjoy your visit and come back soon!

Enjoy the river view (or even float down it), the great sunsets and the elk & Longhorns on the hills close by.

GREAT FOR › Wedding pictures, ceremony & receptions › Group camping events CALL FOR AVAILABILITY › Quiet cabin get away OF THE CABINS, › Bring your horses and ride CAMPING OR FARM TOURS › Family reunions DURING STAMPEDE. › Association or Staff gatherings On farm store with Organic Beef, Elk, Chicken, Pork, Eggs, & Honey

Just a few miles off Highway 2 but you feel like you are all by yourself in the river valley SEND US A NOTE MSWFARMS@GMAIL.COM OR CALL 403-357-9833 FOR AVAILABILITY Don’t forget to check us out at www.mswfarms.com to see a video of the landscape

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School choices for kids and parents When it comes to education in Ponoka there are many options available to parents with learning and growth an important part of the experience.

There are two Kindergarten to Grade 12 schools in Ponoka.

Set in two different divisions, Ponoka offers elementary and high school through the Wolf Creek Public Schools (WCPS) system. There is also Catholicoriented education at St.

Augustine Catholic School, which is a part of the St. Thomas Aquinas Roman Catholic School division.

Plus there is the Kindergarten to Grade 9 Ponoka Christian School.

WCPS is in charge of managing Ponoka’s three public schools; the Ponoka Secondary Campus, which encompasses grades 7 to 12, Ponoka Elementary School and the Outreach School.

The new location of the

Ponoka Elementary School also features a brand new playground with skywalk fixture that has kids from all around converging towards.

WCPS is also responsible for the affairs of Ponoka County’s two rural community schools, Mecca Glen to the east and Crestomere to the west.

JOHNSON’S BEACH CAMPGROUND Located on Red Deer Lake • Group Rates • Non-serviced and serviced sites • Concession • Mini-golf • Playground From Ponoka: 33 km east on Hwy 53 and 6 km north For more info contact 780-372-3884

J.J. Collett Natural Area

An Alberta Gem

Located south of Morningside (follow signs from Morningside) 11 kms south of Ponoka.

This nature area is valued for its diversity of habitat, flora and wildlife and an excellent site for outdoor research studies and educational activities.

Annual Fall Walk - Sept. 24, 2017 Annual Spring Walk - May 27, 2018 For inquiriescall call For inquiries

Open Year Round

403-783-5283 783-5283

When it comes to education in Ponoka parents and kids have a strong selection of two school divisions providing education from Kindergarten to Grade 12.

Parkland United Reformed Church Pastor: Rev. Mitch Ramkissoon 403-783-1888

Worship services: Sunday at 10:00 am & 2:30 pm Coffee and fellowship following the second service Directions: From Ponoka: 4 miles south on Hwy 2A and ¼ mile west on Spruce Road (Rge Rd 422). Church on right hand side of the road From Lacombe: North on Hwy 2A and ¼ mile west on Spruce Road (Rge Rd 422).

Church on right hand side of the road

www.parklandurc.org

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Church

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Associated Gospel Churches of Canada

CHURCH OF THE OPEN BIBLE 3704 - 42 St. Ponoka 403-783-6500 www.churchoftheopenbible.ab.ca Worship Service 11:00 a.m. churchoftheopenbible@telus.net

TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH Pastor: Tim Graff

5501 - 54 Ave. Ponoka 403-783-4141 Worship Service 10:30 a.m. tel.church.ponoka@gmail.com trinityponoka.ca

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH PONOKA Paul Spate – Lead Pastor James Crosina – Associate Pastor

5109 - 57 Ave. Ponoka www.fbcponoka.org 403-783-5533 Bible Discovery Hour 9:30 a.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

PONOKA UNITED CHURCH Sunday Service 10:30 am Rev. Robin King 5020-52 Ave. Ponoka 403-783-4087 ponokaunited@shaw.ca www.ponokaunitedchurch.ca

ST. MARY’S ANGLICAN CHURCH Pastor Rob McArthur Corner of Hwy 2A & Hwy 53 Sunday @ 10:30 a.m. www.myhomechurch.ca 403-783-5659

Sonrise Christian Reformed Church Pastor William Delleman Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

403-783-6012 ½ mile south of Centennial Centre for Mental Health & Brain Injury www.sonriseponoka.com

Rev. Donna Willer Rev. Marty Tuer, Honorary Assistant

5120 - 49 Ave. Ponoka

403-783-4329

Sunday Service: Holy Eucharist 10 a.m. www.stmarysanglicanponoka.com

ST. AUGUSTINE CATHOLIC CHURCH Father Shimit Abraham CFIC Mass Times: Saturday, 7:00 p.m.

Sunday, 9:00 a.m.

5113 - 52 Ave., Ponoka, T4J 1H6 403-783-4048 stachurch@shaw.ca

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Ponoka looking to expand amenities Planners want to bring additional amenities to the Town of Ponoka.

A proposed plan has been approved that will feature a new field house to handle a variety of indoor sports while also connecting to the current ice arena.

During the summer months, however, there is the fun splash park, built with the hard work of the Ponoka Kinettes and the Lions Club, right along Highway 2A in Centennial Park, which has seen the addition of a new playground and covered gazebos.

Summer staff host a wide variety of summer crafts and activities for kids at the park.

Ice sports The Ponoka Culture and Recreation Complex boasts two ice surfaces and updated locker rooms for visiting teams and is home to the

Junior B Stampeders hockey team.

On top of the two indoor rinks is the Scott Seamans

Kids have a wide variety of recreation amenities to choose from including utilizing baseball diamonds, soccer pitches, three ice surfaces, racquetball courts, curling and many more.

Outdoor Rink for a quick game of shinny hockey.

But don’t let that cool you off, the town also offers a sixsheet curling rink to keep folks busy.

Nearby Gull Lake is a much-used amenity for winter fishing or summer swim activities.

Racquetball, squash and wallyball Most people don’t realize it, but under the stands of the Ponoka Culture and Recreation Complex are two racquetball .

One of the courts is marked to allow for a solid game of squash and both are outfitted with hooks for nets to allow teams to play wallyball, a sport that is similar to volleyball and uses the walls as part of the play.

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Indoor swimming The Aquaplex is a staple in town, especially during the cold, winter months.

Families make good use of the 25-metre salt-water swimming pool, complete with kiddy pool, sauna and hot tub.

For kids looking for some excitement, there is also a 12-foot deep-tank with diving board, climbing wall and a rope swing. Companies have been known to sponsor swim days when school is out.

Golf courses There is not one, but two well-known golf courses in the Ponoka area.

The Ponoka Golf Club is found on the eastern side of town nestled along the Battle River and boasts 18 holes for golf lovers.

The Wolf Creek Golf Resort is 10 minutes south of Ponoka on Highway 2A and houses two 18-hole courses.

It mirrors old Scottish golf courses and sits on an ancient lake bed that provides challenging hills for golfers.

Farmers Market In the summer the curling rink is the ideal location for the Farmers Market, open every Wednesday morning open even more during the Ponoka Stampede.

Klaglahachie Fine Arts Society If you like to act then Klaglahachie Fine Arts Society’s winter and spring play productions may be just the thing you need.

The society brings fun plays to the community to help keep arts alive in Ponoka.

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Ponoka Festival of Trees brings joy When it comes to community fundraising, Ponoka outshines them all as has been seen with the popular Ponoka Festival of Trees.

Now just past its third year, the festival brings much-needed funds to the Ponoka Hospital and Care Centre. In 2016 the festival brought in more than $100,000. The sky is the limit for Ponoka and its residents, known for their volunteering and fundraising abilities.

Along with pediatric support, the festival has ensured the hospital’s endoscopy program can continue to grow. The 2016 festival brought in the big names and the big fundraising dollars and has become a welcome tradition in Ponoka.

Ponoka’s first annual Festival of Trees took place in 2014 and was able to raise enough to donate $59,500 to the Ponoka Hospital Foundation.

Along with the big opening night featuring the likes of charity auctioneer and entertainer, Danny Hooper, there was a breakfast with Santa, seniors tea and countless live and silent auction items.

The money from the festival goes to the Ponoka and District Health Foundation, which provides the funds to the hospital.

Organizers are already in the works looking at how the 2017 festival will be. One thing’s for sure, it’s a family good time that brings benefits to the community.

Paying tribute to contestants, builders and animals of professional rodeo in Canada.

“IN 2016 THE FESTIVAL BROUGHT IN MORE THAN $100,000. THE SKY IS THE LIMIT FOR PONOKA AND ITS RESIDENTS, KNOWN FOR THEIR VOLUNTEERING AND FUNDRAISING ABILITIES.”

The Ponoka Festival of Trees is coming into its fourth year of bringing funds to the Ponoka Hospital and Care Centre. Last year the fundraiser was so successful it broke the $100,000 mark.

3611 Hwy 2A South 403-755-8490 • www.paecs.com

“Located in the heart of the horse industry” Year round agri-recreational facility featuring:

Located in the Calnash Ag Event Centre | Ponoka, AB

Ph: 403-236-8511 Check website for hours

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• Indoor area with seating for 500 • Concession • Separate warm up area • Stabling – 280 stalls • Stock pens

• 55 RV parking spots • Specialized equipment • Home of the Canadian Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame

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Ag society has strong roots in Ponoka With activity for more than 100 years in the area, the Ponoka Agricultural Society is a mainstay of the community.

The society has taken its agricultural fair and organized it into two parts: The bench show, now the Home, Hobby and Horticultural Show and then a ranch rodeo.

With the development of the popular equine facility, the Calnash Ag Event Centre, the ag society has grown by leaps and bounds.

The strong and dedicated board of directors and volunteers help ensure the ag centre runs smoothly. This centre has been a boon for the Town of Ponoka, which has brought organizations like the Alberta

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Barrel Racing Association finals along with the society’s ranch rodeo and much more.

There’s hardly a weekend that the centre isn’t busy with organizers planning for the next two to three years.

As for the ag society, it promotes everything that has to do with agriculture and partnered with Ponoka County, the Town of Ponoka and the Ponoka Stampede and Exhibition Association to ensure the ag centre was built.

The Calnash Ag Event Centre crew is now working on an expansion to join its main arena to the large barn.

The ag society also hosts a county fair, which is over 100 years old.

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The Ponoka Agricultural Society’s history in Ponoka is long and proud. Along with horticultural and ranch shows the society has recently taken over operations of the Calnash Ag Events Centre, a premier equine events facility.

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Largest seven-day pro-rodeo in western Canada For one week at the end of June, Ponoka swells as thousands of rodeo fans converge on the town to check out the Wild West of the ’36 Ponoka Stampede.

The largest outdoor pro rodeo in Canada, the Ponoka Stampede kicks off at the end of June with bull riding followed by daily rodeo performances.

This year is the 81st annual stampede edition.

Rain or shine, rodeo fans from around the world flock to Ponoka to see the cowboys and cowgirls tighten their spurs, don their hats and ride hard to make it to the Stampede Showdown, where only the top riders of the rodeo compete on the evening of July 3 for an extra $15,000 and the

title of Ponoka Stampede Champion.

Things progress quickly with the racing action of the World Professional Chuckwagon Association (WPCA) during the evening at the Stampede. They don’t call it the Half Mile of Hell for nothing.

With drivers always flanked by their trusty outriders, the WPCA races take the centre stage for six of the seven rodeo days. The drivers are also looking to be the best and make the $50,000 Tommy Dorchester Dash for Cash, the ultimate race of the event.

This year’s entertainment features the likes of Diamond Rio and Tim Hicks but also brings the best performers from the Stampede

talent competition and fireworks that boom and crash.

Off-site events, ranging from mounted shooter competitions and cattle penning, to farmer’s markets and art auctions, ensure

there’s something enticing for everyone to enjoy between rodeo performances.

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Along with barrel racing action at the Ponoka Stampede comes a variety of western heritage sports, including mounted shooters and wild horse racing.

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Pancake breakfasts in various locations around town allow a tasty beginning to the mornings, and spectacular fireworks shows light up the evening sky.

The free camping at the Frank Mickey Stampede Park is the perfect place to set up camp for those wishing to remain close to the action.

Many of the service clubs around town take the opportunity to help work the Stampede, which results in a well-deserved donation to their group. The Rodeo Challenge and Chicks for Charity fundraiser also ensure the wealth of stampede week benefits as many people as possible.

Wednesday, June 14 • Father’s Day - Free Coffee & Cake Tuesday, June 27 • Stampede Market 9am – 6pm Wednesday, June 28 • Stampede Market 9am – 6pm Wednesday, July 5 • Canada Day Market - Free Coffee & Cake Wednesday, July 26 • Christmas in July - Treats for the Children Wednesday, August 9 • 41st Anniversary - Free Coffee & Cake

Regular markets every Wednesday from May to September 9am – 1pm Ponoka Curling Rink For more information or to book a table call 403-783-6776

If you’re looking for a professional rodeo with a small town feel then the Ponoka Stampede is the place to go. For one week every year the town swells with rodeo lovers as athletes vie for top dollar.

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More options for kids and youths In addition to the many kids’ sports activities the Ponoka Youth Centre (PYC) is a great option for parents looking for after school activities.

Along with after school programming there are nights and weekend activities. Add to that the summer programming features field trips plus many activities in the Town of Ponoka.

Youths can drop in Friday and Saturday nights to have a great place to hang out and play pool or enjoy some video games. It has created an option for kids to have something to do.

PYC’s involvement is working. The centre has seen growth in recent years with thousands of visits annually from hundreds of kids in the community. It’s a busy

place.

The PYC has been operating with another program under the same roof: Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS).

Mentoring programs have grown to include traditional mentoring, in-school mentoring and recently the addition of youth leaders at PYC mentoring younger students.

Organizers at PYC had much to celebrate recently

After 15 years of dedication to the community the Ponoka Youth Centre continues to be a safe place for kids and youths to come hang out or take in a field trip.

with the centre being in operation for the last 15 years with no signs of slowing down.

Benefiting youths, reducing crime Studies show that when kids have somewhere to go between the hours of 3 to 6 p.m. then juvenile crime is reduced.

The centre is ideal for kids from Kindergarten to Grade 12.

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There are more sports activities than ever for kids in Ponoka Ponoka’s youths have more choices than ever before when it comes to sports.

Hockey Ponoka Minor Hockey has teams as young as Timbits all the way to Midget A. The association has a female league that brings together players from Lacombe and Ponoka.

Swim teams Two categories of activities complement a strong swimming program in Ponoka.

In the summer months, the Gators Swim Club competes at home and away against other Alberta swim clubs. The Pool Sharks make up the winter swim team and training starts in the fall.

Figure skating For kids looking to hone their figure skating skills, the Ponoka Skate Club offers programs for skaters of any skill level.

Synchro skating and CanSkate make up much of

the club’s programs and when the group is not travelling to carnivals around the province.

Ponoka Storm Soccer Soccer has seen growth year over year with hundreds of athletes to check out the many fields within the town boundaries. Ponoka Storm has also played host to provincials several times now.

Ponoka Minor Ball Baseball has seen an upswing ever since the Blue Jays started doing well. Kids have come out of the woodworks looking to make it into the big leagues.

Ponoka Minor Ball offers a variety of disciplines for kids including baseball and fast pitch.

Lacoka Lacrosse Like the female hockey league Ponoka is working with Lacombe to bring its own lacrosse league.

The association has grown

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over the years bringing a solid female hockey team to the league.

Leadership groups Youths in Ponoka have many options available to them.

The Ponoka Royal Canadian Air Cadets is one group that provides opportunities for kids to get involved and learn leadership skills in the process.

For those with a taste for adventure, the Ponoka Girl Guides bring a sense of community to their programs and give girls an opportunity to become leaders. The Ponoka Scouts and Beavers also bring similar programs.

For those looking to learn more about the life of a farmer there are several 4-H clubs in town including beef clubs and horseriding clubs.

Arts Along with leadership and sports is a recent addition to the Town of Ponoka in the shape of an arts/drama camp for kids.

The newly designed camp from Klaglahachie Fine Arts Society gives kids a familiarity with dance, acting and production needs for plays and films.

When it comes to kids sports or leadership activities in Ponoka the options are plenty. Kids can get into team sports, arts, leadership groups and others to hone the skills they’ll need later in life.

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Ponoka trail system continues to be a big draw Over the years Ponoka has groomed its trail system to be part of an extensive network that allows folks to walk, run, bike or long-board for a good stretch.

Along with paved paths following the river valley are systems for the more hardy hikers.

Planners have forged a wonderful trail system that follows the mighty Battle River through the Town of Ponoka.

The spring-fed waterway flows at a stately pace with a five-ki-

lometre path called Diamond Willow Trail right in Ponoka.

It’s one of the well-known secrets of Ponoka that residents and visitors enjoy daily.

Nature and wildlife lovers enjoy the sights and have seen wildlife such as deer and beaver in the area.

For those who want to give their dogs a chance to run free, a fenced off-leash area can be found on the north side of the trail system.

Centennial Park All along the pathways in

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Centennial Park are benches for folks to relax and enjoy the view. Near the pond, which has summer trout fishing, is a large stage that has been used for summer concerts and summer birthday parties. It’s definitely a well-used Ponoka amenity right along Highway 2A. A new addition to the town includes a bridge over the Battle, which replaced the 100-year old bridge in town.

This new bridge connects to

the river valley trail and to a large residential area, plus has a double-wide sidewalk.

JJ Collett Natural Area Don’t forget about the JJ Collett Natural Area just south of Ponoka near Morningside.

The 635 acres of land is a favourite for hikers, nature lovers and more recently, marathon runners.

The natural area played host to a marathon that took inspiration from the infamous Barkley Marathon.

Ponoka residents came in droves to check out the grand opening of the Siding 14 bridge that connects downtown Ponoka to a large residential area and trail system, which winds its way along the lazy Battle River.

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Automotive

DIRECTORY

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Comprehensive health services in Ponoka Ponoka’s healthcare is strong and vibrant with a host of health amenities for families.

Along with the quality birthing facilities at the Ponoka Hospital and Care Centre is a high quality endoscopy program that has patients travelling from around central Alberta to utilize.

Couple that with 24/7 patient care and an active emergency room, health professionals are at the ready to care for patients.

The hospital also operates its own laboratory and radiology services.

Brain injury specialists The world-renowned Centennial Centre for Mental Health and Brain Injury is nestled right next to the Ponoka Golf Club and has a strong history in Ponoka.

The centre offers a plethora of professional programs, including telemental health, concurrent disorders, brain in-

jury rehabilitation, adult psychiatry and seniors’ mental health.

General Services Ponoka also offers a variety of general health services such as dentistry, eye care, physiotherapy and chiropractic work and a spa, which recently introduced a new line of aromatherapy options to envelope both physical and mental/spiritual care.

Seniors housing Along with regular care centres are senior housing and lodges.

Located across the street from the Ponoka Hospital and Care Centre is Legacy Place, which is managed by the Rimoka Housing Foundation.

Nestled near the heart of the beautiful Battle River Valley, Sunrise village was constructed in a quieter residential corner of town. Accommodating more than 50 living suites, the facility offers various options designated to provide assist-

ed living for seniors.

Other housing options available in the community include Reid Manor, Golden Leisure Lodge and Northcott Care Centre.

For those who wish to remain in their own homes as long as possible, Ponoka Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) runs a number of volunteer based programs, including Meals on Wheels, home care and a volunteer driver program to make inde-

pendent living and outings safe and easy for seniors.

Rising Sun Clubhouse Also looking to improve the lives of the socially challenged individuals is the Rising Sun Clubhouse, located in downtown Ponoka.

The clubhouse is a go-to centre and resource hub for its members as the staff work tirelessly to provide a smooth transition for those affected by psychological challenges into community life.

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Come & Enjoy: • Historic Downtown Ponoka • Ponoka Stampede, June 27 – July 3 • Canada Day Festivities & Fireworks • Summer Festival in the Park, Aug. 18 • Farmers Markets Wednesday mornings (May-Sept.)

• Ponoka Community Golf Course • Fort Ostell Museum • Canadian Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame • Horse & Livestock Shows (Ag Event Centre)

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