EDSON & AREA VISITOR GUIDE The Heart of the Yellowhead
2015/2016
Make it a Destination The Kinsmen Spray Park and the museum & travel centre are only two of the many attractions & amenities in Edson. The 24 diamond ball park, indoor swimming pool, two full size arenas, 18-hole golf course, skateboard park, tennis courts and kilometres of beautiful hiking trails keep residents and visitors active.
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INSIDE Heart of the Yellowhead............2 Discover Edson & Area...............3 The Early Years..............................4 Galloway Station Museum & Travel Centre.............................5 12 Great Places Around Edson.7 What’s Happening in Edson.......8 Eddie’s Big Run.............................10 Rotary Sundays in the Park.........11 Sidewalk Jamboree.....................12 Moving to the Area?...................13 Celebrating the Arts....................14 Culture Days..................................15 Sports..............................................17 Dining Out.....................................18 Kinmen Spray Park.......................20 Kin Slo-Pitch..................................21 Edson Golf..................................21 Accommodations..................22 Map of Edson......................24
Red Brick Arts Centre...................26 Community Spaces.....................27 Area Rodeos.................................28 Hillbilly Demolition Derby & Mudbog.....................................29 Shopping in Edson.......................30 Map of Yellowhead County......32 Message from Mayor of Yellowhead County................33 Fishing.............................................34 Camping Guide...........................36 ATVing............................................38 Gold Dust Daze............................39 Geocaching.................................39 Parks...............................................40 Unique Sites...................................42 Willmore Park................................45 Winter Wonderland.....................46 Industry...........................................48
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FROM THE MAYOR
Welcome to Edson! Please take the time to experience all of the great cultural, recreational, and business opportunities we have to offer. Edson is a great stop for families with our amazing Kinsmen Park that features a top notch spray park, playground area, fire pits, washroom facilities and outdoor exercise equipment. If you enjoy music, you can take in the Rotary Sundays in the Park performances. On select Sundays throughout the summer there will be local musicians, family games, and great food served up at Centennial Park for our summer concert series. Family fun at its finest! Experience history with a visit to the Galloway Station Museum and Travel Centre located in the beautiful Centennial Park. It’s the perfect place to learn more about Edson’s origin and to gather information about everything this region has to offer. There are also some great opportunities for the outdoor enthusiast. Check out our great ski trail system, head out snowmobiling, play a round of golf on our beautiful 18 hole course, or explore our local hiking/walking trails. Edson is also world famous for our passion for Slo-Pitch. Vision Park has 24 regulation ball diamonds and is host to the Edson Kinsmen Slo-Pitch Tournament with around 272 teams participating on August long weekend each year! If you’re looking to start up a business, Edson is a great location for that as well. The Town is proud to work with our local Chamber of Commerce and other local business groups to ensure that our business community is provided with the best environment in order to promote growth and success. Our business district has been very successful and we look forward to continuing to encourage that growth. So whether you’re looking to relocate to our community, set up a new business, or just visit, Edson is a place you can do it all!
HEART OF THE YELLOWHEAD
Mayor Greg Pasychny
The next 48 pages will tell you almost everything you need to know about Edson and surrounding Yellowhead County, but you won’t really know this area until you experience it firsthand. Use this publication as a guide to discover the multitude of family-friendly events and facilities in the area. You’ll see photos of awe-inspiring County landscapes, read about Canada’s largest Slo-Pitch Tournament, learn about a past full of pioneers and explorers, and be inspired to hike, bike, ski and play in Edson’s backyard.
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DISCOVER EDSON
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Edson is a thriving community in the heart of Yellowhead County that has much to offer residents and visitors alike. Located almost exactly between the world-class destinations of Jasper National Park and the City of Edmonton, Edson is a natural, and welcome, stopping point for travellers and a retail destination for many surrounding communities.
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The Town of Edson (population 8,646) is located in the McLeod River Valley, immediately east of the Canadian Rockies foothills at an elevation of 925 m (3035 ft) — near the center of Yellowhead County. The surrounding landscape consists of primarily boreal forest with sand hills and muskeg (low-lying bog). Wildlife native to the area include bear, moose, deer, wolf, fox, rabbit and a wide variety of avian and aquatic life. Twinned Highway 16 (the Yellowhead Highway) runs through Edson from east to west. The highest point on the Yellowhead — Obed — is between Edson and Hinton and has an elevation of 1163.9 m (3818.88 ft). The historic Coal Branch can be reached from Edson via Highway 47 to the south and Highway 32 connects Edson and Whitecourt to the north.
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THE EARLY YEARS Edson was born of the railway, during the height of transcontinental rail construction heading toward BC. The Grand Trunk Pacific Railway (GTP) was ferrying hundreds of railway workers west and, initially, it looked as if Wolf Creek would be the established divisional point. However, Wolf Creek fell victim to real estate speculators and the GTP refused to pay the overinflated prices. Instead, they moved the divisional point eight miles west, to the home of modern day Edson.
Edson received its first passenger train on August 10,1910 and in 1911, the people of Edson placed a request to the Post Master General to have the post office renamed from Heatherwood — a name it had carried for about a year — to Edson, in honour of Edson J. Chamberlain, the then general manager of the Grand Trunk Pacific Rail. On September 21, 1911, Edson was officially incorporated as a town and by 1912, the population had nearly tripled to a staggering 1,233 people and 32 local businesses. For all its prosperity, however, Edson also became a hotbed for unlawful activities that followed many frontier towns.
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In the spring of 1913, a fire claimed the wholesale liquor store building and another fire consumed the Old Edson Hall. It was a night of destruction that demolished much of Edson’s ‘red light’ district. That fire and a later riot would prompt the hiring of the Royal North West Mounted Police to patrol the streets and bring order back to the community. With law and order in place, families came to settle the area, encouraged that they would be safe and protected from the lawlessness following the rail construction. By 1920, the town had power, water, sewer systems and a telephone switch board. Soon, there was a dentist, long distance service and improvements made to the postal service, along with better roadways in and out of Edson. These economic foundations stayed strong throughout Edson’s history and were augmented by an extended forestry industry, trap lines, oil and gas development, coal developments to the south, and dynamic small businesses that continue to flourish in Edson.
Galloway Station Museum & Travel Centre The perfect halfway stop between Edmonton and Jasper
Our Travel Centre provides plenty of information for the curious traveller, has knowledgeable staff, an Internet Kiosk, free Wi-Fi, a coffee bar and a gift shop featuring unique local art.
Open year round! Summer Hours:
Open 7 days a week from 9 am to 7 pm (May long weekend to September long weekend)
Fall/Winter Hours: 10 am to 5 pm Monday to Saturday
The Galloway Station Museum
More than 100 years ago idealistic pioneers of all descriptions — from bootleggers, trappers, miners & tie hackers, to railroaders and businessmen carved a home in Edson out of what was little more than a firm place in the muskeg. The Galloway offers a tantalizing glimpse into our region’s natural world and the pioneer life.
An ideal place to take a break, stretch your legs & relax for a few moments ... or a few hours.
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Edson & Area Visitor Guide
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12 GREAT PLACES AROUND EDSON
Centennial Park
Home of a T33 jet, water fountain, CN Caboose, Eddie the Squirrel & the Museum, the Edson & District Chamber of Commerce and the pavilion.
Edson Golf Club
Located at the Edson & District Recreation Complex. Semi-private 18-hole course is on the east edge of Edson. 3905B Golf Course Road Edson 780-723-3311
Edson Kin Spray Park
Open late May to early September. Fun for the whole family! 10 am to 8 pm — 7 days a week! Kinsmen Park, south of the Public Library.
Edson Public Library
E-books & audiobooks, free WIFI, DVDs, CDs & books on CD and millions of books! Home to the Edson Craft Centre and Edson Creative Arts Society. 4726-8 Ave. 780.723.6691
Edson Rotary Skate Park
Skaters and riders can use the park until 11pm, with lighted tracks. Across from Centennial Park on 54 St.
Galloway Station Museum and Travel Centre Hosts the visitor centre and gift shop, expanded museum and area archives. 223-55 St. Edson 780.723.5696 www.gallowaystationmuseum.com
Glenwood Park
The park includes a children’s playground, outdoor hockey arena, fenced ball diamond and bathrooms/change rooms. Park Glen Ave. and 72 St. Kinsmen Park Picnic areas, picnic tables and fire pits, a children’s playground, fitness equipment & spray park. 7 Ave. and 48 St. Red Brick Art Centre and Museum A refurbished 1913 school holds the Hatlen theatre, a school room museum a rotating art gallery. 4818 - 7th Ave. 780-723-3582 Talisman Place Twin arenas, indoor swimming pool with hot tub, waterslide, hospitality room and concession. 1021-49 St. 780.723.7665 Walking Trails The Town of Edson has an extensive series of walking trails, both paved and unpaved, that wind through the community. Outdoor public fitness equipment has been installed in various locations along the trails. Photo by Julian Buchwald docphoto.zenfolio.com
Willmore Park (6 km southwest of Edson) Walking and biking trails, day use, group use, overnight and backcountry camping facilities and tobogganing hill. www.gallowaystationmuseum.com
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Month
Date
Event
April December
Fridays
Edson Farmers’ Market
780.723.3480
May
8 - 10
Medicine Lodge Rodeo - Between Edson & Hinton on Hwy. 16
www.medicinelodgerodeo.com
16 - 18
Rural Renditions - Surrounding Wildwood Area Art Walk
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International Museum’s Day (Free Admission) - Galloway Station Museum & Travel Centre
www.gallowaystationmuseum.com
20
Arts Alive Awards Ceremony - Galloway Station Museum & Travel Centre
www.artsaliveedson.com
22-23
Oilmen’s Golf Tournament - Edson Golf Course
www.edsongolfclub.com
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Oil Ladies Golf Tournament - Edson Golf Course
www.edsongolfclub.com
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Yoho Museum Day
780.693.2193
30-31
FireFit Competition - Location to be announced
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Holy Redeemer Graduation - Edson & District Rec Complex
www.holyredeemerhigh.ca
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Strawberry Tea & Garage Sale - Red Brick Arts Centre
www.redbrickartscentre.com
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The Secret Garden - Play at the Red Brick Arts Centre
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Seniors Talk & Tour Main Street Memories - Galloway Station Museum
www.gallowaystationmsueum.com
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Retro Masquerade Ball (Tentative) - Edson Royal Canadian Legion
www.edsonchamber.com
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Eddie’s Big Run - Talisman Place
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Kinsmen Soapbox Derby - 63rd Street
www.edsonkinsmen.ca
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Aboriginal Day at FCSS - Red Brick Arts Centre
www.edson.ca
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Aboriginal Day - Galloway Station Museum & Travel Centre
780-723-5494
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Rotary Sundays in the Park - Rockin’ in the Park - Centennial Park
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Parkland Composite Graduation - Edson & District Rec Complex
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Canada Day Celebrations - Centennial Park
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Taste of Edson - Art, Food & Music Festival - Galloway Station Museum & Travel Centre
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Rotary Sundays in the Park - Rock Camp Alberta - Centennial Park
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6 - 10
Boys Action Packed Summer Camp - Red Brick Arts Centre
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Ladies Open Golf - Edson Golf Course
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Rotary Sundays in the Park - Play in the Park - Centennial Park
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14 - 18
Get Out & Get Active Girls Summer Camp - Red Brick Arts Centre
www.edson.ca
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Edson & District Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament Edson Golf Course
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24 - 25
Niton Junction Jamboree - Niton Junction
780.795.3996
June
July
August
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WHAT’S HAPPENING Contact Details
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Edson Kin Slo-Pitch Tournament - To August 3
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Peers Gold Dust Daze - Peers
www.golddustdaze.ca
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Gospel Jamboree - Niton Junction
780.795.2628
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Carnival (Tentative) - Red Brick Arts Centre
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Rotary Sundays in the Park - Community Pig Roast Centennial Park
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Weekend of Champions Golf - Edson Golf Course
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13 - 15
Summer Festival Sidewalk Jamboree - Main Street Edson
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Edson Custom Crusiers Car Show - Centennial Park
780-723-0368
22 - 23
Men’s Open Golf - Edson Golf Course
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AROUND EDSON Month
Date
Event
Contact Details
September
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FREE Outdoor Movie - The Princess Bride - Centennial Park - dusk
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Children/Youth Bike Event for Tour of Alberta - Talisman Place
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Edson Hillbilly Demolition Derby & Mudbog - Sok’s Sandpit - 2 km south on Willmore Road
780.723.5104
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Tour of Alberta Edson Stop - Talisman Place
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Rotary Sundays in the Park - Harvest Jam - Centennial Park
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Couples Golf - Edson Golf Course
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Road Hockey Rumble - Talisman Place
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12 - 13
Ryder Cup Golf - Edson Golf Course
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Terry Fox Run - Talisman Place
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Parent/Child Golf - Edson Golf Course
www.edsongolfclub.com
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Arts on Fire - Galloway Station Museum & Travel Centre
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25 -26
Early Bird Craft Show - Edson & District Recreation Complex
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25 - 27
Culture Days - Various Edson venues
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Rotary Sundays in the Park - Alberta Culture Days - Centennial Park
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McMann Oktoberfest - Edson Royal Canadian Legion
780.712.7677
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Active for Life Women’s Conference - Location to be announced
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Edson & District Chamber of Commerce Business Awards Gala Edson Royal Canadian Legion
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19 - 21
Festival of Trees - Red Brick Arts Centre
www.redbrickartscentre.com
20 - 22
Palette & Pottery Show & Sale - Edson & District Public Library
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Christmas Farmer’s Market - Edson Friendship Centre
780.723.3480
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Santa Parade - Main Street Edson
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Galloway Santa Visit - Galloway Station Museum & Travel Centre
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Tree Trimming Party - Edson Public Library
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Chamber Christmas Party - Edson Royal Canadian Legion
www.edsonchamber.com
Preschool Story Time - Edson & District Public Library
www.edsonlibrary.ca
Parent/Child Preschool Drop In & Play Time - Red Brick Arts Centre
780.723.4338
Early Childhood Matters Indoor Play Space
780-723-0149
Edson & District Chamber of Commerce Trade Show - Talisman Place
www.edsonchamber.com
Home Grown Film Festival - Nova Theatre
780.723.4906
Palette & Pottery Show & Sale - Edson & District Public Library
www.edsonlibrary.ca
Watch for Chautauqua’s 2016 Season!
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October
November
December
Year Round Events
Coming up in 2016
April
May
There is so much happening in the Edson area throughout the year that we could not list them all. Please visit www.edsonandareaevents.com for an up-to-date list of events in the area. If YOU have an event that is happening in the area, please submit that event to the online calendar!
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EDDIE’S BIG RUN Come out and enjoy the Edson trail system on Saturday, June 14th during one of Edson’s BIGGEST community events of the year! The fifth annual Eddie’s Big Run starts at Talisman Place (formerly the Leisure Centre) 1021 - 49th Street, Edson, Alberta. It’s an event for the entire family, and a way to be active and to explore Edson’s great trail system at the same time. More than 400 people took part in the 2014 run and there are sure to be close to that number again this year. You can choose to walk or run the 5 km, 10 km or 21 km half marathon. There is also the 1 km Kids Fun Run.
21 km Half Marathon start time - 8:30 am 10 km Walk/Run start time - 8:45 am 5 km Walk/Run start time - 9 am Kids Fun Run start time - 11:15 am
Awards start time - 11 am
A pancake breakfast is included for all participants. Eddie’s Big Run is registered with the Running Room with results posted on their website www.runningroom.com For more information call Community Services at 780.723.4403 or visit www.edson.ca. You can also find us on Facebook!
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Sunday, June 21, 2015
Rockin’ in the Park
Edson and area residents and visitors alike can look forward to a lot of FREE family fun in Centennial Park again this summer. Rotary Sundays in the Park will bring acts from all along the Yellowhead corridor to perform for audiences free of charge throughout June, July, August and September. The project is a combined effort between the Town of Edson, Edson Rotary Club, Edson’s arts community, local service groups and businesses.
Sunday July 5, 2015
Rock Camp Alberta
Sunday July 12, 2015
Play in the Park
Sunday August 9, 2015
Community Pig Roast
SPECIAL EVENT September 2, 2015
FREE outdoor movie - The Princess Bride - in Centennial Park on a giant inflatable screen. Concession by Youth Interagency.
Sunday September 6, 2015
Country Harvest Jam
Sunday September 27, 2015
Culture Days Wrap up Concert
All events will be held at the Pavilion in Centennial Park and/or the Galloway Station Museum & Travel Centre and will feature music festivals, theatre and more! Free popcorn, juice and hotdogs will be available. Don’t miss the bouncy house looked after by Edson & District Victim Services. Donations will be accepted for the Edson Food Bank at each performance. For more informaton visit www.edson.ca or edsonandareaevents.com. Photo by Tracy Templeton www.horizonmusicedson.com
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SIDEWALK JAMBOREE
The Edson and District Chamber of Commerce hosts the Sidewalk Jamboree beginning Thursday August 13th, and lasting all day on Friday, the 14th and Saturday the 15th until 5 pm. Edson’s Main Street transforms into a fair which spans five town blocks and includes carnival games and rides, the always popular mini donuts, cotton candy and more. Local businesses and volunteer organizations also set up food booths which feature elephant ears, burgers, and a host of other tasty treats. With Edson’s Main Street closed to traffic, many local businesses set up outdoor booths that offer fabulous deals just before the start of the school year. Face painting, mini draws, live entertainment and great family fun are on tap for this year’s Sidewalk Jamboree!
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MOVING TO THE AREA? MEDICAL/EMERGENCY For any emergency dial 911 R.C.M.P Administration: 780-723-8800
Edson Fire Department office: 780-723-7848 Hospital: 780-723-3331
HOUSING & RENTALS Alpha Company Inc: 780-723-6951 Boxshaw Four Realty: 780-723-7818 Century 21 Twin Realty: 780-723-3100 Alpine 3% Realty: 780-723-5550 Poor Boy Properties: 780-712-2549 Royal Lepage: 780-723-3186
NUMBERS TO REMEMBER Town of Edson: 780-723-4401 Yellowhead County: 780-723-4800
EDUCATIONAL SERVICES EARLY CHILDCARE Grande Yellowhead Public School Division N0. 77: 780-723-4471 www.gypsd.ca Living Waters Catholic Regional Division No. 42: 780-778-5666 (District Office) www.livingwaters.ab.ca Yellowhead Koinonia Christian School: 780-723-3850 Edson & District Community Learning Society: 780-723-6247 Edson Family Literacy Program: 780-723-6247 Grande Prairie Regional College: 780-723-5206 Day Care Society of Edson: 780-723-6444 FCSS Family/Parent Link Centre: 780-723-4338 Edson Playschool Association: 780-723-5766 Women Infants & Nutrition: 780-723-6444 Brighter Futures: 780-723-5494 Early Childhood Matters 780-723-0149
TRANSPORTATION Edson Senior Transportation Society: 780-723-1122 Air Service: 780-723-4010 Charter services only Rail Service: Via Rail 1-888-842-7245 Bus Services: Alexdawn: 780-723-1815 Beaupre Bus Service: 780-723-6285 Greyhound: 780-723-3750 Sundog Tours: 780-852-4056 Jasper Taxis: Edson Taxi: 780-723-6633 Avenue : 780-723-3008 On Time Taxi Ltd: 780-723-3389 UTILITIES Natural Gas: 1-866-420-3174 Electricity: 1-888-420-3181 Home Phone: 780-310-2255 Water/Sewer: 780-723-4401 Garbage Collection: 780-723-6476 Recycle Depot: 780-723-4002 FAITH Bethel Pentecostal Church: 780- 723-3007 Edson Baptist Church: 780-723-3982 Sacred Heart Catholic Church: 780-723-3661 Christian Reformed Church: 780-723-5242 Jehovah’s Witnesses: 780-723-6884 New Hope Family Fellowship: 780-723-5704
Clinic Appointments Only: 780-723-5531 Town of Edson After Hours Emergencies: 780-723-6300 Welcome Wagon: 780-293-5325 Alberta Works: 780-723-8817 Kopar Administration: 780-723-7221 Service Canada: 1-800-622-6232
FINANCE/INSURANCE ATB Financial: 780-723-5571 Edson Savings & Credit Union: 780-723-4468 CIBC 780-723-6061 Investia Financial Services: 780-723-3310 Royal Bank of Canada: 780-723-6683 Scotia Bank: 780-723-6001 Sun Life Financial: 780-725-4460 Insurance Berglund & Dubray Insurance: 780-723-3526 Insco Insurance Services: 780-723-4444 Soltys Insurance Services: 780-723-6000 The Co-operators: 780-723-5128 Western Financial Group: 780-723-6045
St. Catherine’s Anglican Church: 780-723-3157 Edson Mennonite Church: 780-723-4922 Grace Lutheran Church: 780-723-4366 Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints: 780-723-3525 Edson Alliance Church: 780-723-5776 Seventh-day Adventist Church: 780-723-5490 United Church: 780-723-3418
For more information visit www.edson.ca and www.yellowheadcounty.ab.ca
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CELEBRATING THE ARTS
The arts are alive and well in Edson! If you enjoy the theater, keep your eyes open for upcoming plays from Edson and area’s drama clubs. If you like to be in the spotlight, join them center stage. Behind the scenes more your style? Try your hand at set design or work with costumes or stage makeup. There are performance opportunities and acting workshops for all skill levels. • The Chronicle Project - Join the Adventure! www.thechronicleproject.com • Pandora Players • Double Feature Theatre vbussing.79@gmail.com or call (780) 712-1906 The schools in the Edson area are filled with talented students who take to the stage though their drama departments. Housed in the library building is the Edson Craft Centre, dedicated to pottery and the Creative Arts Society that focuses on paint and print. Workshops run year round for those who like to get creative on a canvas or on a wheel.
Photographers can find inspiration, photo tips and tricks, and plenty of camaraderie at the Edson Photography Club. www.edsonphotographyclub.ca If you’re interested in live shows, you will want to know about the wonderful acts brought to Edson by Chautauqua Edson Arts Council. The nonprofit organization works to bring various forms of entertainment to Edson and also opens many of their shows with amazing local talent. From drama to music, there is something for everyone. www.edsonartscouncil.com ACES, the Arts Centre for Edson Society is a group dedicated to advocating for the arts and cultural community of Edson and area and for the future development of a new cultural multi-use facility. www.artscentreforedson.ca Love to sing or love to listen? The Edson area is full of talented musicians and singers - and local community choir Vocal Variations is always looking for new members!
CANOE, Community Arts Network of Edson is an informal network comprised of local arts and culture groups and individual enthusiasts created to encourage sharing and collaboration. www.edsoncanoe.com Finally, if you are looking for arts (or any other events) in the area, the Edson and Area Events website is an effort to provide a single consolidated calendar showcasing Edson’s ever increasing community related events. www.edsonandareaevents.com
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CULTURE DAYS
Alberta Culture Days in Edson is a time to discover arts and culture opportunities, experience a variety of events, and celebrate local artistic talent at the end of September. On Friday evening, local residents and groups are recognized with awards at Arts on Fire. On Saturday, drop-in activities are hosted by Edson Creative Arts Society, Edson Craft Centre (potters), Edson Public Library and the Red Brick Arts Centre organizes a display of work by local artists and artisans. The Galloway Station Museum raises the community tipi and offers heritage activities. The finale — Rotary Sundays in the Park Wrap-Up Concert in Centennial Park. Events are funded by grants from Government of Alberta, Town of Edson, and private donors. The weekend is powered by talented, dedicated volunteers who share their time and energy with the community throughout the year. Photo by Giles Merriott www.365photography.com
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EDSON & AREA SPORTS
Whether you use sports as a form of exercise, for entertainment, to hone skills or to interact with other people, sports are a big part of what makes Edson a great place to live and play! There are many team sports for all ages in the area, including; volleyball, soccer, rugby, curling, hockey, bowling, basketball, ultimate frisbee and of course, slo-pitch! For those who enjoy a more solitary experience, there are plenty of individual activities in the area like running, cross country skiing, and figure skating, just to mention a few. Martial arts classes (karate and tae kwon do) are offered in the area as are dance courses and swimming. Motivated to get fit? There are numerous exercise courses from spin classes to zumba, yoga, moveball and more which are held all year round. The Edson area is also home to several fitness centres, indoor and outdoor ice rinks and a great pool and splashpark.
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Type Coffee Shops
coffee house loose leaf tea home baking soup sandwiches salads
www.thefunkyfork.ca 780-723-7797 5202-2nd Ave. Edson, AB M - F ~ 7:30 am - 8 pm Sat ~ 10 am - 4 pm
Ethnic Food
DINING OUT Restaurant
Contact Information
Divine Elements
420 - 50 St
780.723.7237
Funky Fork
5202 - 2 Ave
780.723.7797
Tim Horton’s East Tim Horton’s West
4209 - 3 Ave 201 - 54 St
780.723.7244 780.723.7242
Castle Restaurtant
5630 - 4 Ave
780.723.5551
Coconut Tree (Thai/Chinese)
118 - 50 St
780.723.3103
Golden Honey 300 - 52 St Restaurant (Chinese)
780.723.8888
Wok Box
780.725.9739
Fast Food A&W Restaurant
5103 - 2 Ave
4531 - 4 Ave 780.723.4824
Dominos Pizza
104 330 - 45 St 780.723.7733
Donair Zone
4902-4 Ave
Dairy Queen
5305 - 2nd Ave 780.723.2001
KFC /Taco Bell
4914 - 4 Ave
780.723.3714
McDonald’s
4239 - 4 Ave
780.712.2355
Outlaw’s Pizzeria
620 - 50 St.
780.728.0241
Panago Pizza
4902 - 4 Ave
780.310.0001
Subway
4920 - 4 Ave 780.723.2774
Wendy’s Restaurant
4207 - 3 Ave 780.712.4422
Catering &
Delivery A
DONAIR ZONE
Hwy 16 W
BEEF or CHICKEN DONAIR • SHAWARMA 4th Ave FALAFEL • KABOBS • SALADS
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46 St
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4904 - 4th Avenue, Edson
780-723-4449
780.723.4449
Dine Take In Out
Hours Mon-Sat 11am-10pm Sun 12pm-8pm
DINING OUT Type
Restaurant
Contact Information
Family
Blue Jay Café
216 - 50 St
Boston Pizza
4523 - 4 Ave 780.712.7300
Branch Inn Family Restaurant
4332 - 4 Ave 780.712.6116
Golden Tees
Hwy 16 West 780.723.4653
Janis Italian Restaurant 221 - 50 St
Lounge
780.723.3297
780.723.4433
Legends Pizza & Family Restaurant
4310 - 4 Ave 780.723.4811
Mountain Pizza & Steak House
5102 - 4 Ave 780.723.3900
Olive Tree
4340 - 2 Ave. 780.723.3600
Smitty’s Restaurant
4216 - 2 Ave. 780.723.3180
Boston Pizza
4523 - 4 Ave 780.712.7300
Fat Greasy’s
4308 - 4 Ave 780.725.4401
Galloway Lounge
300 - 52 St
780.723.2232
High Mileage Bar & Grill 4805 - 4 Ave 780.723.5508 Original Joes
108 330 - 45 St 780.723.6445
OTs Lounge
4340 - 2 Ave 780.723.3600
Sit N Bull
21 - 50 St
Timberfire Lounge
5018 - 1 Ave 780.723.4200
Zorba’s Pizza & Pub
5625 - 2 Ave 780.712.3005
780.728.2089
Take a walk down the delicious side of Asia! 5103 2nd Avenue Edson, Alberta
(780) 725-9739 wokbox.ca
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KINSMEN SPRAY PARK
Open late May to early September, the new Kinsmen Spray Park offers free family fun for locals and visitors alike! The park is open from 10 am to 8 pm — 7 days a week and is located in Kinsmen Park, directly south of the Edson and District Public Library. Through projects like Kinsmen Park, the Slo-Pitch Tournament, the Santa Claus Project, Cystic Fibrosis support, Kin Comedy Night, and the support of various local and regional organizations, the Kinsmen Club is committed to making Edson the best community it can be.
Edson Kinsmen Spray Park
8th Ave. 7th Ave.
46th St.
47th St.
5th Ave.
48th St.
6th Ave.
Highway 16 West
Highway 16 East
PENNY’S Car Care Clinic
Committed to exceptional customer service and to quality vehicle detailing
5536 1 Ave Edson 780-723-4207 20
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Call today for a cleaning experience like you have never had before!
· Pet supplies · Grooming · Engraving Edson 780.723.6220
Two great stores under one roof! 413 - 50th Street
· Puzzles · Games · Toys for all ages! Edson 780.712.4494
SLO-PITCH CAPITAL OF CANADA
The population of Edson swells once a year as ball players from all over North America head for the heart of the Yellowhead. Billed as the world’s greatest slo-pitch tournament, Edson Kin Slo-Pitch is celebrating its 36th year this August long weekend. Vision Park boasts 24 regulation-sized diamonds and hosts 272 mixed open division teams during this one-of-a-kind tournament, with cash and prizes totalling more than $60,000. Entertainment is held each night in the on-site beer gardens known as ‘The Hanger.’ Camping is available inside Vision Park and there are several campgrounds and hotels/motels in the area to give you a place to lay your head. Remember, book early as this is a very popular tournament! This great ball weekend includes the always entertaining home run derbies (the ladies competition is held on Saturday and the mens on Sunday), local on-site vendors, bussing to and from Edson and a Masters division for 40+ males and 35+ females with all skill levels represented. Players must be at least 18 years of age to register for the tournament. All proceeds raised through this event are used by the nonprofit organization, Kinsmen Club of Edson, to help support a variety of community programs, events and charities. For more information about the Edson Kin Slo-Pitch Tournament visit www.edsonkinsmen.ca
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EDSON GOLF
The Edson Golf Club is a semi private facility located on the outskirts of Edson, Alberta, only two hours west of Edmonton. This is a great course to check out while travelling in West Central Alberta. The par 72 championship course boasts mature trees, with 18 holes nestled in between natural forests. Open from early May to mid October (weather permitting), the rolling hills, creeks combined with great scenery make it a pleasure to golf at any ability level. Housed within the Edson Recreation Complex, the Edson Golf Club also has a Pro Shop, cart rentals and access to Hackers Lounge. For more information visit www.edsongolfclub.com. www.gallowaystationmuseum.com
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ACCOMODATIONS Breakfast Included
Waterslide
Restaurant
300 - 52 Street
780.712.2378
Black Gold Inn
4830 - 4 Avenue
780.723.5511
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Castle Motel
5604 - 4 Avenue
780.723.3279
X
Cedars Motel
5720 - 4 Avenue
780.723.4436
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Comfort Inn & 5517 - 4 Avenue Suites
780.723.7303
Econo Lodge
5601 - 2 Avenue
780.723.5505
Edson Hotel
221 - 50 Street
780.723.4411
Guest House Inn & Suites
4411 - 4 Avenue
780.723.4486
High Mileage Inn
4805 - 4 Avenue
780.723.5508
Holiday Inn Express
4520 - 2 Avenue
780.723.4011
Howard 5018 - 1 Avenue Johnson North Ridge Inn
780.723.4200
Free Wifi
Best Western High Road Inn
Gym
780.723.4242
Steam
5207 - 4 Avenue
Sauna
Aries Motel
Hot Tub
Phone
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Conveniently located on Highway 16 East Very pet friendly Indoor pool, hot tub and steam sauna Wi-Fi Free deluxe continental breakfast
Toll Free Reservations: 1.877.723.5591
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The Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites Edson, Alberta, welcomes guests with exceptional service and outstanding amenities 4520 2nd Avenue 780.723.4011 or Edson, AB T7E 1C3 1-888-733-4011 www.bestsleepintown.com
ACCOMODATIONS
Park Avenue Motel
301 - 42 Street
780.723.5541
Ramada Inn & Suites
4536 - 2 Avenue
780.723.9797
Summit Motel
4818 - 4 Avenue
780.723.6199
Sundowner Inn
5140 - 2 Avenue
780.723.5591
Super 8
4300 - 2 Avenue
780.723.7373
Totem Motel
4418 - 4 Avenue
780.723.2020
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Free Wifi
780.712.3005
Breakfast Included
5625 - 2 Avenue
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Nova Inn
Steam
780.723.7508
Sauna
Lakeview 528 - 63 Street Inn & Suites Edson Airport
Hot Tub
780.723.2500
Bar
Lakeview Inn 4300 - 2 Avenue & Suites
Waterslide
Phone
Pool
Address
Restaurant
Hotel/ Motel
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5625- 2nd Avenue Edson, AB T7E 1L6 Pool Hot Tub Zorba’s Restaurant & Lounge Free WiFi Kitchen Suites Free Parking
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RED BRICK ARTS CENTRE
Serving Edson and area since 1913 As one of Edson’s oldest buildings, the Red Brick Arts Centre and Museum is a must see! Built in 1913, the Red Brick was one of Edson’s first schools and continued to serve the children of Edson until 1967 when it was closed down. It then become a bus barn for the school division but when a new facility was opened in the 80s, the future of the Red Brick was uncertain. A campaign to save the building started in 1985 and succeeded when the building was designated a municipal historical resource in 1987. 102 years after opening its doors, the Red Brick has become the town’s cultural cornerstone, complete with an art gallery, 141 seat theatre, dance studios, permanent art collection and a classroom museum. Photo by Giles Merriott www.365photography.com
The
Keep Edson in business by keeping your business in Edson!
Edson and District Public Library
• Downloadable e-books & audiobooks • Free WIFI & help with computers
• DVDs, CDs & books on CD • Programs for all ages and millions of books!
Have you been to the Library lately? • Trade Show• Sidewalk Jamboree • Small Business Awards• Christmas Party • Santa Parade• Free Christmas Kids Movie • Networking Meetings• Political forums
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COMMUNITY SPACES
Area
Name
Edson
Edson & District Recreation Complex
Galloway Station Museum & Travel Centre Edson Recreation Kinsman Hall and DistrictComplex Lions Club Hall
Address
Phone
3905 Golf Course Rd.
780.723.8144
223 55 St. - Centennial Park
780.723.5696
4605 8 Ave.
780.723.0302
217 42 St.
780.723.3169
Pioneer Recreation Cabin 4836 7 Ave. The Edson and District Complex Red Brickbanquet Arts Centre and Museum 4818 7Ave. houses the curling club, and meeting facilities, and theRoyal GolfCanadian Club ProLegion, Shop.Joe Wynne Branch #51 5016 5 Ave. Yellowhead County
780.723.5777 780.723.3582 780.723.3455
Beaver Meadow Hall
North of Niton Junction
780.795.2203
Cadomin Legion We provide catering
Highway 40
780.692.3931
Rge. Rd. 161
780.692.3931
Fulham Hall
Highway 32
780.693.2649
MacKay Road
780.795.2435
1005 21St. Marlboro
780.725.2196
Highway 16 Niton Junction
780.725.3996
Peers
780.693.2512
Rge. Rd 160
780.723.2361
Robb
780-794-2233
Carrot Creek Hall & bar services for
any size function. MacKay Community Hall Our facility is host Marlboro Community Hall to golf tournament Niton Community Hall banquets, craft Edson Peers Community Hall and shows, trade fairs, wedding Hall District Pinedaleceremonies, receptions, DistrictRobb Community Hall concerts and Edson andgraduation monthly safety meetings.
Recreation Complex Rosevear Hall
Trail Community Hall
780-693-2396 Rge Rd. 180
780.693.2396
Located on GolfWildwood Course Road (780) 723-3311 www.edsonrecreationcomplex.com Community Hall Highway 16 Wildwood 780.693.2396 Edson Recreation and DistrictComplex
Edson and District
HORIZON The Edson and District Recreation Complex houses the Edson Recreation and DistrictComplex curling club, banquet and meeting facilities, and the Golf Club District andShop. EdsonPro We provide catering & bar services for any size function. Our facility is host to golf tournament banquets, craft shows, trade fairs, wedding receptions, graduation ceremonies, concerts and monthly safety meetings.
Located on Golf Course Road (780) 723-3311 www.edsonrecreationcomplex.com
Music
EST. 1991
Instrument Sales, Service & Repairs Guitars - Drums - Keyboards - Accessories ith here w Scan e mobil your device
*Body Jewellery *Music Books *Art Supplies *Beads *T-Shirts *Posters & More! 4904 - 3rd Ave. Edson
www.horizonmusicedson.com
780-723-1955 www.gallowaystationmuseum.com
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RODEOS
37th Annual Medicine Lodge Rodeo May 8, 9 & 10, 2015
This home grown event is a
staple in the community with events ranging from ladies barrel racing to saddle bronc. This rodeo is also a great supporter of the next generation of cowboys and cowgirls — hosting junior barrel racing, stick horse racing, wild cow milking, miniature horse racing and other very exciting events. So sit back and enjoy the country flair of the 37th Annual Medicine Lodge Rodeo.
Wildwood Bronc Bustin’
May 29 & 30, 2015
Wildwood Bronc Bustin is the only rodeo of its kind in Canada. It’s founder Rod Hay, who is an eight time Canadian champ and 20 time NFR qualifier has brought together Canadian champions and World champions, from the USA and Australia. As a Canadian Professional Rodeo Association event, all the prize money counts toward the Canadian Finals Rodeo. It’s a saddle bronc event only, with 20 professional cowboys riding for $18,000 and with new bronc horses competing for $5,000 in prize money. Bring your boots, hats and trailers and plan to have a weekend of fun and excitement.
Jessie James Memorial Rodeo
This rodeo, hosted by the Edson 4-H Multi Club and the Yellowhead Agricultural Society in April, is for contestants 20 year of age and under.
Stay tuned for more information on the Medicine Lodge Fall Roundup pro rodeo on September 12, 2015!
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An independent pharmacy that prides itself on friendly personalized customer service. Harvey
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A. Switzer - founder of the drug store - opened January 12, 1912
Celebrating 103 years of service
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Street Edson 780-723-4666
HILLBILLY DEMOLITION DERBY & MUDBOG
Get revved up for the annual Edson Hillbilly Demolition Derby and Mudbog! This yearly, family friendly event features full size car, mini and pick up truck demolitions, tough truck competition and of course the mudbog, which covers three different classes of boggers. The two-day event, held on the September long weekend, attracts more than 100 participants each year from across the province (and even outside of Alberta!). The Edson Hillbilly Demolition Derby
and Mudbog has become a local institution with about 1,500 fans coming out to cheer on their favourite drivers every Labour Day weekend. Keep up to date, or drop us a line on our Facebook page at ‘Edson Hillbilly Demolition Derby’ or call 780.723.5104 for more information.
Photo by Giles Merriott www.365photography.com
NEW CAR
WARRANTY
APPROVED PRODUCTS & SERVICE AIR MILES NOW AVAILABLE!
5220 - 4th Ave. Edson www.jiffylube.ca
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AREA SHOPPING Address
Contact Details
Auto Motion Audio
5933 3 Ave.
780.723.7530
Bumper to Bumper
5611 3 Ave.
780.723.5566
D & A Automotive Ltd.
4833 2 Ave.
780.723.3393
Edson Muffler and Tire
Wolf Creek
780.723.6166
Fountain tire
4619 2 Ave.
780.723.7666
Integra Tire
7042 4 Ave.
780.723.7788
Jerry Ford
5908 4 Ave.
780.723.4441
Jiffy Lube
5220 4 Ave.
780.712.5333
KAL Tire
5959 3 Ave.
780.712.7540
Napa Auto Parts
4833 2 Ave.
780.712.4152
Patterson's Part Supply
5023 3 Ave.
780.728.8803
Wilden's Service Ltd
5521 3 Ave.
780.723.4507
Eclipse Hair Gallery
5024 3 Ave.
780.723.1888
Hairlines
4928 4 Ave.
780.723.6477
Lulu’s Esthetics
5423 14 Ave.
780.728.9214
Next Barber Shop
5108 2 Ave.
780.517.5179
Of The Earth Spa
5024 3 Ave.
780.723.5883
Sal’s Barber Shop
5027 1 Ave.
780.723.4138
Special Touch Hairstying
124 50 St.
780.723.5599
Studio On 3rd
5008 3 Ave.
780.723.3342
Tangl’d Salon & Spa
4901 6 Ave.
780.723.6200
The Other Side Hair
511 50 St.
780.712.5521
Urban Image Studio
218 50 St.
780.728.3312
Wigwam Hairstyling
4932 5 Ave.
780.723.5900
Anchor Apparel
319 50th St.
780.728.0133
Boot Shop Saddlery & Western Wear
412 50 St.
780.723.6272
In Your Drawers
117 50 St.
780.723.4435
Jensen’s Lifestyle Clothing
308 50 St.
780.723.6677
Kwik Crests
502 50 St.
780.723.7400
Mark’s Work Wearhouse
5919 2 Ave.
780.723.6693
Me and Sweet Pea
206 50 St.
780.712.4148
Sharon’s Ladies Fashions
302 50 St.
780.712.4037
Thrift Store
5112 3 Ave.
780.723.4545
Warehouse One The Jean Store
323 50 St.
780.712.5363
Yeti’s clothing Company
5016 2 Ave.
780.723.5525
B.B.D.S.
#8 5907 4 Ave.
780.723.2037
Edson Computers Place
314 50 St.
780.723.4850
Edson Drycleaners
108 50 St.
780.723.7503
Fineline Stationery- The Source
408 50 St.
780.723.3570
Leading Edge Communications & Cellular
320 50 St.
780.712.4006
Morad Communications
5108 2 Ave.
780.723.3939
Nuwave Wireless
118 49 Ave.
780.723.3794
Telecom West
4622 4 Ave.
780.723.5999
Alpine Health Club
5202 2 Ave.
780. 712 .3060
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Type
Name
Address
Contact Details
Fitness
Toned & Tanned Ladies Gym
5033 1 Ave.
780. 728.9019
Ultimate Fitness Club
4903 2 Ave.
780.728.2426
Gift Shops
Grocery
Uptown Yoga
319 50 St.
780.725.2255
Chad’s Smoke Shop
49024 Ave.
780.728.0420
Diana’s Pets & Hobbyland
413 50th St.
780.723.6220
Divine Elements
420 50th St.
780.723.7237
Double Read Book Nook
5019 4 Ave.
Farmer’s Daughter Market
5019 4 Ave.
780.723.3001
Flowers by Mar-Wes
208 50 St.
780.723.3391
Galloway Station Gift Shop
223 55 St.
780.723.5696
Gelmici’s Jewellery
123 50 St.
780.723.3618
Just Frame It
303 50 St.
780.723.9792
Level Up Collectables
110 50 St.
780.725.4242
Little Bee’s Paperie
5014 2 Ave.
780.723.9799
Simply Beautiful Event Rentals
221 50 St.
780.712.3301
The Antique Place
5020 2 Ave.
780.723.7888
Thymes Two
306 50 St.
780.723.3350
Yellowhead Florists
115 50 St.
780.723.5050
Independent
4431 4 Ave.
780.712.7564
M&M Meats
#101 330 45 St.
780.712.4272
Mother Nature’s Whey
221 50 St.
780.723.3466
Pinoy Store
5339 4 Ave.
780.728.0050
Sobeys
303 54 St.
780.723.3753
Walmart
5750 2 Ave,
780.723.6357
Canadian Tire
5919 2 Ave.
780.723.3025
Edson Tool Centre
5702 4 Ave.
780. 723.3072
Timberjack Home Hardware
4840 2 Ave.
780. 723.3980
Laundry
Sea Spray Coin Laundry
5014 3 Ave.
780.723.4722
Liquor
2 am Liquor
5208 4 Ave.
780.723.2008
Commodore Liquor Store
221 50 St.
780.723.4411
Derrick Liquor Mart
4920 1 Ave.
780.723.3808
Edson Liquor Town
624 50 St.
780.723.5657
Junior Derrick Liquor Store
4524 4 Ave.
780.712.7370
Liquor Depot
#200 302 53 St.
780.728.0447
Horizon Music
4904 3 Ave.
780.723.1955
Ye Olde Music Garage
4907 2 Ave.
780.723.3362
Independent
4431 4 Ave.
780.712.7573
Shoppers Drug Mart
302 53 St.
780.723.3514
Hardware
Music Pharmacies
Switzer’s Drugs
50th St. & 3 Ave.
780.723.4666
RV
Happy Camper
4624 2 Ave.
780. 723.2355
Sporting Goods
Boarderline Snow & Skate
314 50 St.
780.723.2698
Edson Honda
5123 4 Ave.
780.723.6608
Tattoos
Ron’s Outdoor Source for Sports
5014 4 Ave.
780.723.4284
So-gnar Snow & Skate
4924 4 Ave.
780.723.7780
Got Ink 5513
3rd Ave.
Gotink.ca
Psychopomps Tattooing & Piercing
4928 5 Ave.
780.728.0491
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418 20 St.
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Camping in Yellowhead County Yellowhead County is home to some of the most pristine wilderness in North America. Vast landscapes with a little bit of everything — lakes, mountains, hoodoos, fishing, quadding, hiking and more. Looking for adventure? You’ll find it in Yellowhead County.
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FROM THE YELLOWHEAD COUNTY MAYOR
Welcome to Yellowhead County! Abundant with open wilderness, lush agricultural areas, rivers and streams, this is one area of the province worth visiting! Stretching from the west side of the Pembina River to the Jasper National Park gates, Yellowhead County has something for anyone wanting to explore some of the most majestic and exciting landscapes Canada has to offer. Opportunities exist for touring, hiking, biking, camping, fishing, hunting, snowmobiling, ATVing, white water rafting, caving, guiding, skiing and community festivals and events. During your visit we invite you to stay at one of the area’s bed and breakfasts or comfortable hotels. Or, instead camp at one of the 1000 campsites, or take a scenic trail on a guided horseback adventure and sleep at one of the many guest ranches that are rich in history and local culture. The residents of Yellowhead County are proud of everything we have to offer, from the majestic Rockies to the rolling acres of prime prairie farmland, and know that there is something for everyone in Yellowhead County. For more information on Yellowhead County please visit our website at www.visityellowheadcounty.com. Enjoy Your Stay, Mayor Gerald Soroka
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AREA FISHING
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AthabascaBerlund Rivers
73.5 km NW of Edson
Mountain Whitefish, Grayling, Rainbow Northern Pike, Walleye
Chip Lake
56 km E of Edson
Northern Pike, Burbot
Edson River
7 km N of Edson
Arctic Grayling, Rainbow Trout, Northern Pike, Brown Trout, Rocky Mountain Whitefish
Emerson Lakes
62 km NW of Edson
Rainbow Trout, Brook Trout
Erith River
36 km SW of Edson
Arctic Grayling, Rainbow Trout, Northern Pike, Rocky Mountain Whitefish
Fickle Lake
36 km SW of Edson
Arctic Grayling, Rainbow Trout, Northern Pike, Rocky Mountain Whitefish
Little Sundance Creek
18 km NE of Edson
Arctic Grayling, Rainbow Trout, Book Trout, Rocky Mountain Whitefish
Little Sundance Creek
18 km NE of Edson
Arctic Grayling, Rainbow Trout, Book Trout, Rocky Mountain Whitefish
Arctic Trout,
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Long Lake
32 km NE of Edson
Northern Pike, Yellow Perch
Lovett Lake
70 km SW of Edson
Rainbow Trout
McLeod River
2.5 km E of Edson
Mountain Whitefish, Arctic Grayling, Rainbow Trout, Northern Pike, Walleye, Yellow Perch, Rocky Mountain Whitefish
Miller’s Lake
18 km E of Edson
Rainbow Trout, Yellow Perch
Minnow Lake
28 km SE of Edson
Northern Pike, Walleye, Brown Trout
Obed Lake
45 km W of Edson
Rainbow Trout, Yellow Perch, Brown Trout, Brook Trout
Shiningbank Lake
26 km NE of Edson
Northern Pike, Walleye, Yellow Perch, Lake Whitefish
Sundance Creek
25 km W of Edson
Mountain Whitefish, Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Rocky Mountain Whitefish
Wolf Creek
21 km E of Edson
Mountain Whitefish, Rainbow Trout, Northern Pike, Arctic Grayling
Wolf Lake
74 km SE of Edson
Northern Pike, Yellow Perch
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AREA CAMPING
Hidden Grove Niton Junction on 57 Ave.
780.712.3821
Hornbeck Creek
15 km west of Edson on Hwy 16
780.797.4154
Jerry Vanderwell Memorial Park
13 km Noth of 780.693.2479 Hwy 16 on Hwy 32
Little Sundance Creek
19 km west of Edson on Hwy 16 17km north on Swanson Road
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780.723.8043
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Watson Creek North of Cadomin on hwy 47
780.865.2154
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780.723.0738
Whitehorse Creek
780.865.2154
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Willmore Rec 6 km south of Area Edson on 63 Street, RR 174
780.723.7141
Wolf Lake 24 km East of 780.723.0738 Provincal Rec Edson on Hwy Area 16, 53 km south on Wolf Lake Road
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EDSON AREA ATVING
The Edson ATV Club is a family orientated, not for profit group that promotes safe, fun and responsible riding on the vast trails in the area. The trails in the area span a wide range of terrains that can please the novice rider to someone with an advanced skill set. The club operates with a volunteer workforce for trail maintenance and funds from memberships, local donations and fund raising events.
There are several areas that offer opportunities for day rides or longer duration stays. The Swanson area is only 20 km west on Highway 16 and offers diverse riding conditions; there is access across the Sundance Provincial Park via the freshly completed Ruperts Crossing which has opened up many more trails for use. Another area that the Edson ATV Club stewards is the South Esk trail, located approximately 120 km South of Edson and can be staged from Grave Flats. As always, the Edson ATV Club would encourage you to support the clubs where you ride, treat our trails with respect, pack out what you pack in and most of all have fun while being safe. Membership and other club information can be found at www.edsonatvclub.com or email at info@edsonatvclub.com
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FUN IN THE SUN
Peers Gold Dust Daze, July 31, Aug. 1- 2, 2015
Gold Dust Daze is an annual event that celebrates the community and relives the adventure of gold discovery in the area during the August long weekend. This fun filled event takes place in the hamlet of Peers and McLeod Valley recreation grounds, located 35 kilometers Northeast of Edson and Highway 32, 8 kilometers North of Highway 16. Activities include; parade, slo-pitch tournament, horse pull events, gymkhana, mounted shooters and Kidz Daze. Camping is available at Mcleod River for the whole weekend so come out and enjoy! For more information visit: www.golddustdaze.com
Geocaching Along the Yellowhead
Geocaching is a real-world outdoor treasure hunting game. Individuals try to locate hidden containers, called geocaches, using GPS-enabled devices. Geocaches can be found all over the world and their locations can be quite diverse. There are a lot geocaches in the Edson area and along the Yellowhead corridor — many that can be found quickly from the highway. To find caches in Edson and along Highway 16, visit www.geocaching.com.
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PARKS IN THE YELLOWHEAD Sundance Provincial Park
Sundance Provincial Park is comprised of three very different and unique features only found within the park’s boundaries. It was declared a park under the Special Places Program. Emerson Lakes is a grouping of 5 beautifully clear lakes nestled in a quiet oasis. Seven km of hiking trails circle three of the lakes and offer amazing scenic views. The lakes provide excellent fishing for brook trout and a range of other fish. Marl Bog is a provincially significant site for flora. Twelve different species of orchids, as well as 5 different species of carnivorous plants can be found here along with a variety of rare aquatic plants, sedges, rushes and ferns. This area has a unique combination of soil and hydrology which provide for such an unusual grouping of plants.
Wild Sculpture Trail
This trail takes a journey through the ever changing hoodoos of Sundance Park. The sandstone cliffs, which were and are carved by rain and wind, hang on the side of steep cliffs overlooking the lakes below. The trail is about 9 km in length one way and provides camping spots for overnight adventures within the park.
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Sundance Provincial Park is 49 km Northwest of Edson. It is accessible via Hwy 16 to Swanson Road or via the North Road. Both routes meet up with Emerson Road.
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PARKS IN THE YELLOWHEAD Shining Bank
Shining Bank offers a wide variety of family camping activities within a quiet aspen grove. A roped off swimming area, playground facilities, a sandy beach and excellent boat launching and docking facilities give great access and use to the area’s largest lake. 24 km N of Peers on Highway 32
Bear Lake Park
Bear Lake Park remains one of the area’s most popular lakes. The sandy beach, clean water, and playground are a draw for the younger members of the family while the boat launch and docking areas play host to the more adventuresome water enthusiasts for water skiing and tubing. 35 km NE of Edson on Highway 748
Obed Lake Provincial Park
Obed Lake Provincial Park encompasses 3 small lakes and the upland areas around them. The area contains a diverse mix of wetland and well drained upland communities including black spruce, tamarack, ferns, mixed wood forests, and closed conifer forests of lodgepole pine and black spruce. The area is important for wildlife as well, especially for elk and as an over wintering area for moose. 55 km W of Edson on Highway 16 Photo by Mike Dykstra www.edsonphotographyclub.com
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UNIQUE SITES Brule Sand Dunes
These three storey sand dunes are fun places to hike, bike or quad. In the 1900s the Grand Trunk Pacific railway ran across the dunes hoping to connect the Rockies to Edmonton. Drifting sand over the tracks caused this section of the railway to be shut down and remains of some of the tracks are still visible today. W of Hinton off Highway 16
Ogre Canyon
The canyon and the sinkholes within it were carved out by streams and underground water. The climb to the top is a difficult one, rising up almost 900 metres along switchbacks. Four wheel drive is recommended on the gravel road to get to the parking lot. NW of Hinton near Brule
Coal Branch Railway
The Coal Branch Railway is now a chain of abandoned mining towns along the eastern slopes of the central Canadian Rocky Mountains and was once an important part of Alberta’s coal industry. Once the Branch was famous for its guarantee of work and overall prosperity, however, technological advancement outdated the collieries and many of the once prosperous towns are now abandoned. The railway was a link from Bickerdike (seven miles west of Edson) to the coal mining towns of the Rockies. S off Highway 16 onto Highway 40 Photo by Madison Sharman www.ruralrenditions.com
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UNIQUE SITES
Rosevear Ferry The Rosevear Ferry has been in operation for over seventy years and is one of only seven ferries remaining in Alberta today. To access the ferry go north off Highway 16 on Range Road 154, also known as the Rosevear Road. Mountain Park Mountain Park used to be a thriving village of more than 1,000 people but now is a ghost town. No more remains of the town but faint traces of buildings and a cemetery that is taken care of by previous residents of the town. Cardinal Divide The Cardinal Divide is an elevation of land that separates the Arctic Drainage from drainage to Hudson’s Bay. The Cardinal Divide is a day use area with hiking trails that showcase much of the unique wildlife and wildflowers in the area, providing for a truly pleasurable alpine view.
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WILLMORE PARK
You’ll find a piece of a different world at Willmore Park. As one of Edson’s best kept secrets, Willmore Park will certainly impress. Located right along the McLeod River, the park offers something for everyone. Hiking and biking trails, ranging from 1.5 km to 5 km provide varying degrees of difficulty and are surrounded by the beauty of the wilderness and scenic views of the river valley. It is also a great place for runners of all levels. There is plenty of room to camp in one of the 12 river side sites or 29 forest sites. Group camping and picnicking is also available. The area is also a great fishing destination. The park is used for tobogganing, snow shoeing and cross country skiing in the winter months and in the summer, it is a popular spot for swimming, hiking, running, soaking up the sun or tubing on the river. Willmore Park is a definite must see with its calm, small town charm with grand views and many potential adventures.
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WINTER WONDERLAND
Muskeg Flyers
Offering excellent cross-country skiing through beautiful rolling foothills forest, the Hornbeck Cross Country Skiing Forest Recreation Area is located 15 kilometres Northwest of Edson.
Follow highway 16 West from Edson about 4 kilometres, and then turn North on the Schlick Road (Range Road 181A). Follow the Schlick Road 8.5 kilometres to its end at a T-intersection, then turn left and follow the signs to the ski area. The Hornbeck Area is a legally designated Forest Recreation Area reserved for non-motorized recreation under the Alberta Forests Act. Volunteers of the Edson Muskeg Flyers Nordic Ski Club maintain the trails and facilities, with support contributed by industry, municipalities, and individuals in the district. The 30 kilometres of trails in the Hornbeck Area are groomed for both skating and classical skiing. There are trails for both novices and intermediate skiers. The staging area provides a warm-up shelter with a wood stove, picnic tables, pit toilets, and a parking lot. 46
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WINTER WONDERLAND Edson Sno-Seekers
A nonprofit, family oriented club, The Edson Sno-Seekers has existed informally since 1969, and was officially registered in 1986. Sno-Seeker volunteers maintain signed, groomed trails from Edson North to Silver Summit, West to the Little Sundance Staging Area and South to Robb. There is a warm-up shelter between Edson and Silver Summit, and at Tom Hill Tower where the trail connects to the Whitcourt trail system (Golden Triangle). The Edson Sno-Seekers are members of the Alberta Snowmobile Association and promote safe snowmobile riding in Edson and area. For more information: edsonsnoseekers@yahoo.com
Edson Curling Club
Located at the Edson and District Recreation Complex, the Edson Curling Club hosts a Men’s, Ladies’, Mixed and Junior leagues. With eight sheets of ice and an ‘Open’ curling night, the Edson Curling Club is a great place to learn the sport, meet new friends or just watch the action. The Edson Curling Club is a member of the Canadian Curling Association. For more information visit: www.edsonrecreationcomplex.com
Hockey/Skating
Edson has two outdoor arenas. One in Glenwood Park, 463 - 72 Street and one in Griffiths Park (behind the Boys and Girls Club) at 5414 - 6 Avenue. Both arenas have full boards with lights (until 10:30 pm) and are maintained by the Town of Edson. Talisman Place (Leisure Centre)has two indoor arenas for hockey and public skating from September to April. The arenas are home to minor hockey teams, ladies recreational hockey, men’s hockey league and oldtimers hockey. The arenas are also home to an active figure skating club. Public skating and shinny are regularly scheduled.
INDUSTRY Coal
Mining has been a key player in the Edson area for many years, but when oil became the fuel of choice, coal mining started to decline. Mines gradually shut down in the 1950s and the industry slowed dramatically until the late 1970s when coal became a viable product again.
Oil & Gas
Edson is located on one of the largest gas fields in Alberta and there are always employment opportunities in this field. Exploration, drilling, collection, transportation and servicing of the oil and gas industry continues to be a driving force and major contributor to Edson’s economic prosperity.
Forestry
In 1983, an OSB manufacturing plant opened in the Edson area — Pelican Spruce Mills (now Weyerhaeuser). Weyerhaeuser uses the abundant supply of Aspen and Black Poplar to manufacture structural panels used for flooring and sheltering in residential home construction. In the early 1990s a second mill, Sundance Forest Industries (formerly Erith Tie Company) built a new stateof-the-art sawmill which soon expanded. The mill is now known as Edson Forest Products, a division of West Fraser.
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Yellowhead County Well worth the stop.
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Over 152 Spacious Campsites. Dozens of campgrounds, B&Bs, guest ranches, and more. All located within over 6 million acres!
Stretching from Pembina River Provincial Park to the Jasper National Park gates! Go to www.visityellowheadcounty.com to plan your trip. Each year, more and more Albertans are making Yellowhead County in the Northern Alberta Rockies and foothills part of their vacation plans – and it isn’t hard to see why. Go to www.northernrockiesarecalling.ca to discover all there is to explore. The natural landscape and choice of outdoor activities to enjoy are what make this area a must for your vacation bucket list. When you visit, make sure you leave enough time – you’ll be surprised at how much there is to do. www.NorthernRockiesAreCalling.ca
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