Whitecourt Tourism Guide 2022/2023

2022/2023

EVENTS • MAPS • ATTRACTIONS

ACCOMMODATIONS RESTAURANTS

SHOPPING MOTOCROSS TUBING

ISTORY GEOCACHING TUBING

OUNTAIN BIKING CONCER

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LAYGROUNDS SWIMMING

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EVENTS CALENDAR

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• Whitecourt Street & Trail Map

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INFORMATION

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HISTORY LESSONS

• Forest Interpretive Centre & Visitor Information Centre Brian Ames 780-706-5575 Broker/Owner

Leo Zelinski 780-778-1207 Commercial

Jim McGrath 780-778-0215

• Town of Whitecourt

THE PARK 10 IN • Rotary Park

Debbie Shirley 780-706-0187

Patrick Carew 780-778-0053

Donna Carew 780-706-0982

FOR ALL 12 •FUN Allan & Jean Millar Centre PARTY 14 LET’S • Party In The Park

16 CELEBRATE • Canada Day Amanda Stanchfield 780-262-0550

Karen L’Heureux 780-778-9267

Lexi Ames 780-706-0292

THE 18 GOING DISTANCE • Run 4 Fun • Relay for Life

THE LINKS 20 ON • Whitecourt Golf & Country Club George VanderBurg 780-778-1126 Commercial

Lyndsay Perkins 780-779-1538

Karissa Peach 780-779-0364

Whitecourt’s Favourite Realtors for over 22 years!

COWBOY WAY 21 •THE Whitecourt Woodlands Rodeo

22 SKATEBOARDING • Skateboard Park BIKING 23 MOUNTAIN • Mountain Biking Association THE RIVER 24 ON • Where the Rivers Meet • Annual Jet Boat Races • Tubing on the McLeod River

RUSH 26 •ADRENALINE ATV Club • Whiteridge MX Park • Whitecourt Mudbogs

IT SNOW 30 •LET Eastlink Park • Tobogganing • Cross Country Skiing • Outdoor Ice Rinks • Whitecourt Curling Rink

SNOWMOBILE 34 CAPITAL • Snowmobiling

RESOURCES 36 •WINTER Scott Safety Centre • Alberta Junior Hockey League

FUN 38 •WINTER Family Day Carnival

40 RECREATION FACILITIES MAP TO NATURE 44 •BACK Hard Luck Canyon

• E.S. Huestis Demonstration Forest • Geocaching

& FISHING 46 •HUNTING Fishing Location OUR GUEST 48 •BEAccommodation Listings • Hotels/Motels Map

ALL TASTES 54 FOR • Restaurant Listings • Restaurant Map

UNDER 60 SLEEP THE STARS

• Carson Pegasus Provincial Park • Disposal Station Map • Campsite Listings

events

Visit the Visitor Information Centre, or visit www.whitecourt.ca/tourism

MAY

Whitecourt Jet Boat Rally

WHITECOURT CARNIVALWEST COAST AMUSEMENTS STREET FAIR MAY 6, 7, 8 2022

Downtown Whitecourt manager@whitecourtchamber.com

WOMEN’S CONFERENCE MAY 14, 2022

Whitecourt United Church Keynote Speaker Sharon Mailloux.

Register by calling the Allan & Jean Millar Centre.

JUNE

WHITECOURT GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB SPRING OPEN

WHITECOURT JET BOAT SPRING RALLY

Whitecourt Golf & Country Club

Riverboat Park

WHITECOURT & DISTRICT CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 39TH ANNUAL TRADE FAIR

RUN 4 FUN

Scott Safety Centre and Curling Rink whitecourtchamber.com

SENIOR’S WEEK

MAY 14-15, 2022

MAY 27-29, 2022

CHILDREN’S FESTIVAL MAY 28-29, 2022

Allan & Jean Millar Centre

WHITECOURT MUD BOG MAY 28-29, 2022

Westward Community Centre Rodeo Grounds

JUNE 2022

JUNE 4, 2022 Allan & Jean Millar Centre

JUNE 6-12, 2022 whitecourt.ca

RELAY FOR LIFE JUNE 11, 2022 Rotary Park relayforlife.ca

PARTY IN THE PARK JUNE 17 -18, 2022 Rotary Park

5004-52 Avenue Whitecourt, AB T7S 1N6 Tel: 780-778-2273 Email: tourism@whitecourt.ca www.whitecourt.ca/Tourism

LEMONADE DAY JUNE 18, 2022

lemonadeday.org/northernalberta.

Presented by Community Futures Yellowhead East

NATIONAL INDIGENOUS DAY JUNE 21, 2022 TBA

CHRISTMAS IN JUNE JUNE 25, 2022

Motorcycle and Car Show & Shine Toy Drive for the Christmas Hamper Whitecourt Forest Interpretive Centre Parking Lot

WHITECOURT GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB CASH SCRAMBLE JUNE 25-26, 2022

Whitecourt Golf & Country Club

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events

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Whitecourt`s Canada Day Celebration

AUGUST WHITECOURT & WOODLANDS DISTRICT AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY RODEO AUGUST 5-7, 2022

Westward Community Centre Rodeo Grounds

WHITECOURT GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB LADIES OPEN AUGUST 13, 2022

Whitecourt Golf & Country Club

WHITECOURT MUD BOG AUGUST 20-21, 2022

Westward Community Centre Rodeo Grounds

JULY WHITECOURT’S CANADA DAY PARADE JULY 1, 2022

Downtown Whitecourt wctagsoc@gmail.com

WHITECOURT`S CANADA DAY CELEBRATION JULY 1, 2022

Whitecourt Rotary Park & Community Centre (Central School) Allan & Jean Millar Centre 780-778-3637 www.whitecourt.ca

ALBERT OLD TIMERS MOTORCROSS ROUND 9&10 JULY 23-24, 2022

WhiteRidge MX Park

WHITECOURT GOLF& COUNTRY CLUB MENS OPEN JULY 23-24, 2022

Whitecourt Golf & Country Club

ADRA MX ROUND 6 AUGUST 20-21, 2022 WhiteRidge MX Park

RALCOMM CAR SHOW AUGUST 27, 2022

3475 35 St. Whitecourt branden@ralcomm.com

WHITECOURT GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB INDUSTRIES EVENT AUGUST 27-28, 2022

Whitecourt Golf & Country Club

WHITECOURT GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB NIGHT GLOW OR MIX EVENT JULY 9, 2022

Whitecourt Golf & Country Club

MIDSUMMER MARKET JULY 9, 2022

Forest Interpretive Centre

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Whitecourt & Woodlands District Agricultural Society Rodeo

NOVEMBER

SEPTEMBER

Trailblazers Fun Ride

WESTWARD CHRISTMAS MARKET

WHITECOURT GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB MIXED SCOTCH BALL

NOVEMBER 2022

Westward Community Centre

SEPTEMBER 3, 2022

Whitecourt Golf & Country Club

DECEMBER

WHITECOURT GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP

CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHT-UP

SEPTEMBER 10-11, 2022 Whitecourt Golf & Country Club

DECEMBER 2022

Town Office Whitecourt Food Bank 780-778-2341

TERRY FOX RUN

SEPTEMBER 18, 2022 TBA

JANUARY 2023

SANTA CLAUS PARADE

ENCHANTED FOREST WALK

DECEMBER 2022

SEPTEMBER 2022

Downtown Whitecourt Whitecourt & District Chamber of Commerce 780-778-5363 email manager@whitecourtchamber.com

Forest Interpretive Centre whitecourt.ca

OCTOBER TRUNK OR TREAT

NIGHT AT THE NORTH POLE

Whitecourt & District Chamber of Commerce

Forest Interpretive Centre

CAREER & EDUCATION EXPO

DECEMBER 31, 2022

DECEMBER 2022

OCTOBER 2022

Eastlink Park

Allan & Jean Millar Centre

JANUARY 2023

FEBRUARY 2023 FAMILY SNOWMOBILE RALLY FEBRUARY 18-20, 2023

EASTLINK PARK FIREWORKS

FALL 2022

TRAILBLAZERS FUN RIDE

FAMILY DAY CARNIVAL FEBRUARY 20, 2023

FAMILY

FITNESS

SWIM

RUN

FUN PLAY

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ROTARY PARK POND & PAVILION WHITECOURT RIVER SLIDES WHITECOURT SPLASH PARK ROTARY PARK PLAYGROUND

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Mountain Bike trails are maintained by the Whitecourt Mountain Bike Association. www.bikewhitecourt.com Bikers are encouraged to access the interactive trail map at www.trailforks.com.

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PARK CRT PARK LN

17 BEAVER CREEK

23. RAVINE TRAIL 195m 24. INTERPRETIVE CENTRE TRAIL 500m 25. DAHL DROP 328m 26. TOOTHY GRIN 678m 27. MEMORIAL POINT TRAIL 535m 28. BOARDWALK TRAIL 1300m 29. DAREDEVIL 331m 30. HOGSBACK 422m 31. PARK DRIVE OUTFALL PATH 172m 32. COUGAR RIDGE 1436m 33. PIPELINE TRAIL 679m 34. FLATS PATHWAY 419m 35. MINK CREEK DRIVE NORTH 2000m 36. MINK CREEK DRIVE SOUTH 1380m 37. McILWAINE DRIVE EAST 430m 38. McILWAINE DRIVE WEST 510m 39. ROTARY PARK CONNECTOR 480m 40. 55TH AVENUE NORTH 440m 41. DAHL DRIVE PATHWAY 2100m 42. RAILROAD PATHWAY 1200m 43. 49TH AVENUE PATHWAY 340m 44. HIGHWAY 43 PATHWAY 1778m

45. UP DOG 501m 46. MICROWAVE 40m 47. MOSQUITO BITE 240m 48. BACON SLIDER 55m 49. BEAVERTAIL (Fall 2021) 2200m 50. BIKE PARK LOOP 698m 51. BIKE PARK DH (Fall 2021) 606m 52. CHICKADEE OUTFALL PATH 130m

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TRAIL NAMES 1. RIVERSIDE TRAIL 820m 2. PRITCHARD TRAIL 340m 3. POND TRAIL 960m 4. WEDOW TRAIL 398m 5. RODEO TRAIL 459m 6. RIVER CROSSING TRAIL 300m 7. YUBETSU TRAIL 300m 8. SCOUT TRAIL 300m 9. JACK RABBITS TRAIL 552m 10. NELSON PARK TRAIL 337m 11. OLSON-WELLWOOD PATH 510m 12. FLATS CONNECTOR TRAIL 375m 13. PUMPHOUSE TRAIL 2116m 14. BEAVER CREEK TRAIL 649m 15. SWITCHBACK TRAIL 271m 16. JR FOREST RANGERS TRAIL 590m 17. POWERLINE TRAIL 1540m 18. SAKWATAMAU TRAIL 400m 19. CREEKSIDE TRAIL 1370m 20. BEAVER DRIVE PATH 420m 21. CENTENNIAL PARK LOOP 720m 22. BLUEBERRY TRAIL PATHWAY 115m

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TRAIL NUMBER PAVED TRAIL UNPAVED MULTIUSE TRAIL UNPAVED MOUNTAIN BIKE ASSOCIATION TRAIL OHV/SNOWMOBILE TRAIL Usage permitted December 1 to March 31 only

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SHARE THE TRAILS Trails are shared by bicyclists, hikers, runners, walkers, and dog walkers.

By respecting the rights of other trail users, the trails will be safe and enjoyable for everyone!

Be Visible

EASTLINK PARK

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43 AVE 42 AVE 41 AVE

41 AVE

Ensure you are visible during the day time and night time whether you are walking, jogging, cycling or inline skating.

WHITECOURT HILLTOP

DAHL DRIVE TOBOGGAN HILL

Orderly Fashion

Groups of users should not span more than half of the trail width so others may pass.

Control Your Pet

Keep your animals leashed in all public areas. Please restrain animals around other users and wildlife on the trail.

It is your responsibility to clean up after your dog.

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SAFETY REMINDERS

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Please pitch in and help to keep our parks and trails clean. Please take your garbage with you or dispose of in the bins, where provided.

EVERGREEN MOBILE ESTATES HILLPARK MOBILE HOMES

Fires are Not Permitted.

If you see a fire call 911.

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Off Highway Vehicles (OHVs) are permitted from December 1st to March 31st of each year. Please be aware of the following OHV Bylaw highlights: - Operators may use streets, alleys, and designated trails provided they are the most direct route from where the vehicle is normally stored to the nearest location where OHVs are permitted.

- The maximum speed of operation is 20km per hour on all streets, alleys and designated trails within Town limits.

- Users must learn and respect the prohibited areas of operation.

- OHV use between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM is prohibited.

- Those under the age of 14 years of age are not permitted to operate an OHV unless accompanied by, or are in close proximity to, an adult who is giving instruction.

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Yield to pedestrians.

Cycle slowly around sharp bends and keep to your side of the trail.

Move off the trail when resting or stopping.

Warn pedestrians when passing using a bell or horn.

Keep to the right and pass on the left.

Watch for uneven surface or rocks and slippery sections on the trail.

Slow down and look both ways at trail entrances and roadways.

Off Highway Vehicles

30 ST

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If a trail or park is in need of staff attention, please call 780-778-2273.

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HERITAGE PARK

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LEGEND VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE

TENNIS COURT

BOAT LAUNCH

RCMP

SKATEBOARD PARK

MCLEOD RIVER TUBING PICK-UP

HOSPITAL

GOLF COURSE

SNOWMOBILE STAGING AREA

CLINIC

BALL DIAMOND

PARK

SCHOOL

SOCCER PITCH

CAMPGROUND

TOWN OFFICE

FOOTBALL FIELD

DISPOSAL STATION

SENIORS CIRCLE

OUTDOOR RINK

TRANSFER STATION

FOREST INTERPRETIVE CENTRE

WHITECOURT RIVER SLIDES

MUSEUM

CARLAN SERVICES COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTRE

WHITECOURT SPLASH PARK

AIRPORT

TOBOGGAN HILL

PUBLIC TRANSIT STOP WITH SHELTER

EASTLINK PARK

PUBLIC TRANSIT STOP

LIBRARY ALLAN & JEAN MILLAR CENTRE

(FIELDHOUSE, POOL & FITNESS CENTRE)

PLAYGROUND

CURLING RINK

FISHING

SCOTT SAFETY CENTRE

OFF-LEASH DOG PARK

(ATHABASCA & MCLEOD RINKS)

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Forest Interpretive Centre & Visitor Centre If you are travelling through the area, one of your first stops should be the Forest Interpretive Centre. Why? It’s where you will find the Visitor Information Centre.

Located at the eastern edge of Whitecourt just off of Highway 43, the Forest Interpretive Centre can meet many needs for travelers.

First and foremost, it’s where you will learn all about the numerous activities, amenities and tourist attractions Whitecourt offers.

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The Forest Interpretive Centre is a great place to stop and stretch your legs. There are walking trails throughout the area and even a playground for the kids. Not to mention the centre is equipped with indoor public washrooms.

Want to see more in Whitecourt? No problem. The staff at the visitor information centre can answer all your questions and help guide you in the right direction. Brochures and pamphlets of the area are available, as well as various maps of Whitecourt.

If you need a longer break, the staff at the Centre can take you on a tour of the Heritage Park buildings. You can also wander through the indoor multi-media museum gallery and view the meteorite display.

The Forest Interpretive Centre also houses public washrooms, a 76-seat auditorium/ multi-purpose room and a small 10-12 seat meeting room with audio/visual equipment provided.

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INFORMATION

3002 33 Street

(Located in the Forest Interpretive Centre off Highway 43) 780-778-3433 1-800-313-7383 whitecourt.ca/tourism @TourismWhitecourt

Industry Tours Once you are done looking through this book, we encourage you to go online and visit the Whitecourt Tourism webpage at www.whitecourt.ca/tourism New events and attractions are drawing visitors to the area all the time. This tourism guide gives you a quick look at what you can do in the area. There are events for all seasons. Here are a few not highlighted in this publication but that are still deserving of a mention:

WALKING TRAILS If you enjoy the great outdoors for its peaceful serenity, then grab the map of walking trails. There are 36 trails spanning more than 50 kilometres. Some of the trails start at the Forest Interpretive Centre and tourism information centre.

GEOCACHING Geocaching is a popular activity across the nation and throughout the world - it’s easy, fun, and free. There are several geocaching sites waiting for you to find them in the region.

A typical cache is a small container that holds a log book and treasure, such as a toy or trinket. The idea of geocaching is to find a cache, take something from the cache, leave something in the cache and write about it in the log book.

INDUSTRY TOURS During the summer months, if you really want to learn more about the forest industry, you can book a tour of two local facilities. The Alberta Newsprint Company, Millar Western and Whitecourt Power offer tours of their facilities.

Walking Trails

@TourismWhitecourt

HOURS OF OPERATION: SUMMER June 1 to August 27 Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Weekends & Holidays 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

WINTER August 28 to May 31 Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Closed from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.

AMENITIES: • Visitor Information • Travel Councillors • Public Washrooms • Meeting Rooms • Outdoor Picnic Area • Playground Equipment • Sani-Dump Station • Walking Trails • Interpretive Gallery and Heritage Park • Interactive Meteorite

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LOCATION: 3002 33 STREET, WHITECOURT

(Located in the Forest Interpretive Centre off Highway 43)

History of Whitecourt There is no shortage of history to learn about Whitecourt and the area. The best place to stop is Whitecourt’s Heritage Park. Located at the Forest Interpretive Centre. Outside, you can tour buildings (during the summer months) that tell a story of how people of years past lived. Meanwhile, inside the Forest Interpretive Centre is a historical and interactive gallery that further enriches you on the history of Whitecourt and area.

was the year the Grand Trunk Pacific Railway cut a wagon route to Whitecourt, as part of a plan to build a railway from Edmonton to the Peace River country.

Before being named Whitecourt, the community was known by several different names, one being “Sagitawah” which means “meeting of the waters” in Cree. Whitecourt is literally located at the junction of the Athabasca and McLeod Rivers. Where two rivers meet is considered by Aboriginal people to be a sacred meeting point.

The railway route spurred settlement with the Whitecourt area being considered a good location for a town on the railway line. The first industries in the area were logging and trapping.

European settlement began in the area in 1898 with the opening of a Hudson’s Bay trading post.

At the time, the trading post was only seasonal, but permanent settlement began in 1903. That

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Early settlers either worked on the railway or homesteaded, trapped or traded furs.

The first settlers originated from Britain, the United States, Germany, Sweden and other parts of Canada.

In 1910, the name Whitecourt was chosen in response to population growth and the establishment of the post office. Settlers continued to arrive, awaiting the construction of the railway. The rail line was delayed, first by an economic downturn, and then by World War I.

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In August 1919, work finally began on laying the railway steel to Whitecourt and it was completed in 1921. Having the railway increased the importance of the timber industry. The forestry industry remains a vibrant part of the local economy to this day.

The oil boom reached Whitecourt in the 1950s when Canadian Fina Oil bought the West Whitecourt block. In 1954, Windfall Field was discovered and started a boom for the area. In 1962, the West Whitecourt Plant at Windfall was completed. Numerous oil and gas companies have offices in the Whitecourt area today.

The community was incorporated as a village in 1959 and became a town in 1961.

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HISTORY LESSONS

OTHER FACTS: WHITECOURT POPULATION:

9,927

(2021 STATISTICS CANADA)

ELEVATION:

2,400 FT

AVERAGE TEMPERATURE:

JANUARY -16.6 C, JUNE 15.1 C

ANNUAL RAINFALL:

40 CM

ANNUAL SNOWFALL:

174 CM

HOURS OF SUNSHINE A YEAR:

2,056

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River Slides

Rotary Park Rotary Park was named one of the top 10 family destinations in Alberta. It is a hidden gem full of beauty and outdoor activity.

Located right in Whitecourt, at the end of 51 Street, north of the fire hall, Rotary Park is perfect for those who enjoy sports, the outdoors, fishing or simply a relaxing day outside with the family, including your furry children.

Rotary Park is an ongoing project. Each year, new features are added to the park. Recent additions include a sand volleyball court and an off-leash dog park.

Built on a rubberized concrete play surface, the Splash Park has three different play zones.

• Water activities run from May long weekend to September 30.

• May long weekend to end of August the slides operate weather permitting from 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

• After September long weekend to the end of September the Slides/Splash Park will operate weather permitting only on the weekends from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

WHITECOURT RIVER SLIDES & SPLASH PARK The park’s major attractions are the River Slides and Splash Park. The River Slides are two man-made slides with a series of pools and drops for tubing with a shallow basin and beach at the end for play. The Splash Park is suitable for all ages.

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• The Slides/Splash Park will open when the outside temperature is 16 degrees Celsius or above, weather permitting. If 16 degrees is not reached by 2:00 p.m. the facilities will not open.

• The River Slides may be closed occasionally on Wednesdays from 10:00 a.m. to noon for maintenance.

• Riders need to bring their own tubes or floaties for the River Slides.

For your convenience, Rotary Park does have an air fill station on site for filling your tubes

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POND Rotary Park also has a pond, which is stocked with hundreds of rainbow trout each year.

Fishing is limited to children under the age of 16 and those accompanied by a minor.

Fishing can take place between May and October but Alberta Fishing Guidelines still apply. Bring your own inflatable raft and enjoy a float on the pond while taking in the sights and sounds of summer. In the winter, the pond is cleared for winter skating.

PLAYGROUND The Rotary Park Playground is sure to excite your children. This massive structure features a mega tower with tall towers and tube slides that provide 30 feet of sliding thrills; a typhoon spiral slide; as well as a monkey bar climber.

A Rocks and Ropes Adventure course, Little Tikes play structure, and electronic ICON component are also part of the playground.

The playground also includes swings with a variety of seats to sit on.

WALKING TRAIL The one-kilometre walking trail that winds around the pond at Rotary Park is paved and perfect for a walk for all ages and abilities.

Benches are found along the way if you need to take a break. If you bring your four-legged friends, there are waste bags located along the path to help you keep the park clean.

DOG PARK Don’t forget to give your four-legged friend some excitement while on vacation in Whitecourt.

Whitecourt has a fully-fenced, Off Leash Dog Park located on the northeast boundary of Rotary Park.

Your puppy can run and roam the park while you relax on a bench and enjoy the outdoors. There is plenty of room to play fetch for as long as you, or your furry friend, wants. The park is an area where wellmannered dogs can enjoy a good run, or socialize with other dogs, while under the supervision of the owner. Don’t forget to bring your bags!

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The park also features picnic areas, indoor washrooms and sports fields. Sand Volleyball drop in night is Tuesday from June –August.

Come alone or bring a friend, 7:00-9:00 p.m.

Visitors can also have a relaxing afternoon in the shade and sit inside the park’s pavilion.

Major events that are held at the Park each year include Canada Day activities, and Party In The Park.

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Energy Transfer Canada Aquatic Centre

Allan & Jean Millar Centre The Allan & Jean Millar Centre is your one-stop shop for all things fitness and fun. The multiuse facility offers something for everyone.

Located right off Highway 43, the Centre is a great place to escape a rainy day or to stay on track with your fitness goals.

FIELDHOUSE The fieldhouse is a multi-use sports area that can be used for a variety of sports: soccer, volleyball, basketball, badminton, and other indoor activities. Drop-in sports are hosted

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throughout the week including: badminton, pickleball, dodgeball, volleyball and basketball. Right next to the fieldhouse are two courts for either racketball or squash.

FUN FOR ALL

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AQUATICS Family fun awaits at the Energy Transfer Canada Aquatic Centre. It houses: 25 metre main pool, toddler pool, hot tub (equipped with big screen television to watch the news while you soak), steam room, classroom for meetings or parties, change rooms (including one for families), lazy river, leisure play pool, water slide, wiggle bridge and aqua rock wall.

FITNESS CENTRE For those who want to keep up with their fitness while away from home, visit the Pembina Fitness Centre and running/walking track located on the second floor. There you

will find state-of-the-art cardio machines, weight machines, free weights and other essential workout accessories. You can also join a drop-in fitness class! Change rooms are equipped with lockers and showers.

JUST FOR KIDS

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The Go Active Zone is a play area for children under the age 8. It includes a climbing wall and playground structure.

If the adults would rather spend their time having some fun of their own at the centre, there is a child mind service available. Let your children play and enjoy the company of other children while under the supervision of trained staff, while you get a little “me” time in.

THIS UNIQUE GIFT SHOP IS A MUST SEE! Offering a huge variety of items from local crafters as well as local small businesses.

Something for EVERYONE!

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Party In The Park 2022 Party In The Park is a free two-day family event held at Rotary Park. There are a wide range of events and entertainment to enjoy including: • • • •

artisan market face painting balloon art local and international musical entertainment • beer gardens

Every year since the event launched in 2007, it has expanded its scope to include new events that focus on providing the best experience for individuals of all ages.

In 2017, organizers decided to move the event from September to June in hopes the weather would be more accommodating — the result was fantastic.

3732 Kepler Street , Whitecourt, AB • Phone or Fax 780-778-5260 We welcome all out of town visitors as well as our local customers!

Our friendly staff treat everyone as a valued customer.

CUSTOMER APPRECIATION DAY!

Stop in on the 2nd Tuesday of the month and receive 5% discount on your purchase.

Hours: Monday - Wednesday 10 am - 9 pm HOURS SUBJECT TO CHANGE Hours: Monday -- Wednesday Saturday 10 am -pm 11 pm Hours: Monday 10 am - 9pm Thursday - Saturday 10 am - 10 Sunday 10 am 10 pm Thursday - Saturday 10 am10 - 10 pm- •7Sunday Sunday am pm 10 am - 7 pm

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LET’S PARTY MARK YOUR CALENDAR June 17 & 18, 2022

For 2022, the event will once again be held at the beginning of summer on June 17 and 18.

Each year various artists grace the stage at Party In The Park.

In past years, music lovers have been entertained by (just to name a few): • • • • • • •

Bif Naked The Trews Streetheart Glorious Sons Aaron Lines The Watchmen Platinum Blond

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One Bad Son Trooper Dan Davidson Hunter Brothers Derina Harvey Band Nice Horse Leaving Thomas

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This year the list of performers includes: • Friday night headliner Tim and The Glory Boys • Saturday night headliner Tyler Shaw

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To find out up-to-date information regarding performers and schedules stay tuned to www.whitecourt.ca.

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Canada Day 2022 Every year, Whitecourt hosts an all-day celebration free for families to enjoy, while celebrating the birth of our country.

Start your Canada Day off right with a Pancake Breakfast starting at 9:00 a.m., being served at the Whitecourt Community Centre (Central School Gymnasium). This delicious breakfast is most often served by none other than Whitecourt’s own municipal politicians.

Once the pancakes have settled hang around the downtown area, stop in at some of the unique shops and then enjoy our parade at 11:00 a.m., hosted by Whitecourt District Agricultural Society.

Your next stop will be Rotary Park, where you can set up camp for the rest of the day.

Events beginning at 12:00 Noon.

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The Park becomes a beehive of activity. It truly is a family-friendly event. There are many activities for children to participate in including an inflated bouncy castle, games, face painting and a craft tent.

Captain Tractor to perform at 10:15 p.m.

Everyone at the Park is treated to cake right after the singing of the national anthem. The stage will then open to local and surrounding area performers to kick off the tunes from 7:30 p.m. onward.

Bring an inflatable raft and float around on the pond. Play a game of ultimate Frisbee or soccer with friends and family. Or join a game of sand volleyball.

Make sure the entire family brings their swimsuit so they can enjoy the Splash Park and River Slides that are located at the Park.

The birthday celebration in Whitecourt always wraps up with an impressive fireworks display at 11:15 p.m. at Rotary Park — weather permitting.

BROOKE’S CREEK STAY + PLAY Everything you need for a great getaway!

• 54 Partially Serviced Campsites • Free Showers, picnic tables & fire pits • 18 hole mini-golf Conveniently located within the Town of Whitecourt at 5200 Riverside Road

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Run 4 Fun The Run 4 Fun is a spinoff from the Fallen 4 Marathon that was previously hosted by the Fallen 4 Marathon Society.

For 10 years, between 2005 and 2015, the Society successfully hosted the event to commemorate the lives of four local RCMP Officers that tragically lost their lives while on duty. The Run 4 Fun carries on the enthusiasm and admiration our community had for the

Fallen 4 Marathon, while at the same time encouraging healthy and active living.

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The half marathon, 10 kilometre, 5 kilometre, and kids marathon events take place in town and on the trails – so run alongside your friends!

Start and finish are at the Allan & Jean Millar Centre on Saturday, June 4, 2022.

ALL PRO CANADIAN CHUCK WAGON AND CHARIOT ASSOCIATION All 3 nights, following the afternoon performance

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COME AND ENJOY SMALLTOWN RODEO ATMOSPHERE!!

WRA Rodeo • Junior Rodeo • Chariots & Chucks Trick Riding • In-Field Entertainment Whitecourt District Agricultural Society Hwy 32, 10 kms south of Whitecourt

Free Camping with Weekend Pass Purchase • Kids Games & Infield • Live Entertainment • Beer Gardens Rodeo Market • Car Show • 50/50, Raffles - Concessions

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GOING THE DISTANCE

Relay For Life The Canadian Cancer Society Relay For Life is a nationwide event that brings communities together to celebrate survivors, honour those we’ve lost and commit to raising funds to fight all types of cancer. Relay For Life is a community fundraising event where Canadians across the country join together in the fight against cancer.

With nearly 1 in 2 Canadians expected to be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime, we

all have a reason to relay. This event brings people of all ages together to raise funds to help Canada’s brightest researchers discover breakthroughs that could save lives, and ensure vital support services are available so that no one will have to face cancer alone.

The participation of every person, team and community helps with the work towards a world where no one has to fear cancer.

The Whitecourt Relay For Life will be held at Rotary Park on June 11, 2022. We encourage anyone to start a team or join one online at www.relayforlife.ca. This awesome end of summer bash is great for family, friends and

co-workers to get together. There is not a set amount of hours or number of laps to be walked, however we encourage each team to have at least one person to be walking for the full 12 hours. With many unique FUNdraising ideas around town & pledges soon to be out there, please watch in the upcoming months and support your community members in their own reasons to relay.

Our local cancer fighters are hounoured with a special bruncheon, held before the relay, to help build a sense of community for them and have them walk our opening lap with their families and caregivers.

PLEASE CONTACT Nikola Underwood directly if you know anyone you would like invited to this years survivor bruncheon.

E-mail: nikolaunderwood@gmail.com

Hadley, Asher & Elliot’s Candy Emporium is a unique local Candy store, located in the heart of downtown Whitecourt.

In our store your senses will be treated to old fashioned and hard to find candy as well as the latest in trending candy. We also have craft sodas, fudge and hard ice cream year round to satisfy any craving.

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Whitecourt Golf & Country Club It seems fitting that Whitecourt would be home to one of the most beautiful golf courses in Alberta.

Nestled among the boreal forests that keep Whitecourt working, the award winning Whitecourt Golf and Country Club also sits along the Athabasca River.

The 18-hole, par-72 championship course is complemented by a beautiful clubhouse featuring a licensed restaurant and lounge, banquet facilities, a complete pro shop, club rental, storage facilities and golf cart rental.

Led by General Manager and Head Pro Andy Neilsen and their staff, the Club has numerous specials and events. Some of the weekly events include Monday Couples Night, Tuesday Men’s Night, Wednesday Ladies Night.

A chipping range, putting green, and driving range are also available to ensure you make it to the tee ready to play. They also offer many lesson programs and an awesome Junior Program for all those first timers.

The Whitecourt Golf & Country Club offers a wide variety of tournaments ranging from 30 to 144 players and accommodating all types of formats. Bookings for future tournaments are always welcome.

ALL EVENTS ARE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. The Clubhouse is available to rent for your next function, and has hosted conferences, weddings, meetings, parties and banquets.

Contact the booking office for availability and rates.

FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO BOOK YOUR ROUND OR GOLF OR EVENT: 780-778-3531 whitecourtgolf.com E-mail: pro@whitecourtgolf.com @whitecourtgolf

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THE COWBOY WAY Bronc Riding and Team Roping. Whitecourt Woodlands Rodeo boasts the largest number of contestants within the three associations.

Breakfast is at 8:00 a.m. both Saturday and Sunday. Junior Rodeo, Rodeo Market and the Car Club Show start at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday with gates opening at 12:00 Noon for regular Rodeo action. Sunday, Slack starts at 9:00am. and gates open at 11:00 a.m. for regular Rodeo action. Both days include a half time show and All Pro Chuckwagon & Chariot Races beginning at 5:30 p.m. The weekend also includes daily concessions, 50/50 raffles, Beer Gardens and lots of fun!

Whitecourt Woodlands Rodeo Plan your vacation to the area in August so you can take in the Whitecourt Woodlands Rodeo. Every year, the Whitecourt & District Agricultural Society’s Rodeo Committee work hard to make the event bigger and better than the year before.

The 2022 Rodeo will be no different.

Taking place August 5, 6, 7, the weekend starts at 5:00 p.m. Friday, at the Westward Community Centre Rodeo Grounds which is located on Hwy 32, 8kms south of

Whitecourt with All Pro Canadian Chuckwagon & Chariot races starting at 6:00 p.m. followed by live entertainment at 9:00 p.m.

Part of the Wildrose Rodeo Association circuit, and co-sanctioned by the Lakeland Rodeo Association and Foothills Cowboys Association, contestants face off in numerous events - Bareback, Novice Horse, Calf Roping, Junior Steer Riding, Steer Wrestling, Junior Bull Riding, Junior Breakaway Roping, Ladies Barrels, Junior Barrels, Peewee Barrels, Saddle

Kids infield games are a huge hit and will run on Sunday. These include Mutton Bustin’, Pony Bronc and Wild Pony Races.

The Rodeo Market and Whitecourt Wheels Car Club Show & Shine begin at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. The Rodeo Market, held at Westward Hall, features local artisans, and food.

Free camping available with weekend pass. Live entertainment provided on Friday at 9:00 p.m. and Saturday at 9:30 p.m. by the Grand Stands.

Go to Whitecourt Woodlands Rodeo Facebook Page and Group for each day’s schedule of performances.

See you at the Rodeo!

MARK YOUR CALENDAR August 5, 6, 7

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Visitors can show off their best tricks or watch the accomplished local skaters at the Skate Park in Whitecourt.

The circular layout of the park’s features lends itself to the skateboarders travelling in one direction, preventing them from running into each other and getting injured.

The Skate Park is located on the corner of Highway 43 & Pine Road.

Construction of the park was achieved through countless volunteer hours and the donation of materials. It was designed with a circle flow, created by Jim Barnum, Spectrum Skatepark Creations Ltd. President and skateboarder.

The plaza-style design includes many street skateboarding features, something local skaters express great enthusiasm about.

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The Skate Park includes stairs, rails, hips (two ramps placed together at an angle), and hubbas (ledges running alongside sets of stairs).

MOUNTAIN BIKING The Association was incorporated in 2011 allowing it to begin the process of fundraising for special projects to keep the trails fun for everyone.

Recently, with the funds the association has collected through various fundraisers and membership sales, it has been working on a fourphase construction project to revive the trails.

Mountain Biking If you are looking for an exhilarating way to spend the afternoon, give the Whitecourt Mountain Bike Park a shred.

Situated on the west side of town, the park offers an array of trails, dirt jumps and drop zones.

The amenities are free to the public but memberships can be purchased to support

the work and maintenance provided by the Whitecourt Mountain Bike Association.

The Association’s vision is to develop, maintain and promote the best possible mountain biking opportunities around the Whitecourt area, while ensuring responsible and safe practices in environmental conservation, trail construction, trail maintenance and riding.

The Association has included the trail systems, as well as trails throughout Whitecourt, in the app Trailforks. Trailforks, provides geo referenced mapping for more than 80,000 trails worldwide.

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Jet Boat Races

Where the Rivers Meet Two rivers flow through Whitecourt, the Athabasca and the McLeod, and meet at a point where travellers can come and enjoy a beautiful view. The point where the rivers meet is considered to be a sacred spot. The original inhabitants, the Woodland Cree Nation, called Whitecourt “Sagitawah,” which means “meeting of the waters” The mighty Athabasca River originates at the toe of the Columbia Glacier in Jasper National Park. The river flows 1,231 kilometres before draining into the Peace-Athabasca Delta, south of Fort Chipewyan.

The gracious and beautiful McLeod River flows northeast down from the eastern slopes of the Canadian Rockies. The river begins just outside the western border of Jasper National Park and snakes through the foothills before meeting the Athabasca River.

while floating down the McLeod River. A local recreational favourite, tubing down the McLeod River is a great way to take in the serene beauty of the area.

So, grab your tubes, slap on some sunscreen and invite a few friends. Spend your afternoon taking in one of the most relaxing rides of your life.

Not only is tubing a great way to take in the natural beauty of the forest surrounding the river banks and catch an occasional glimpse of wildlife, but it’s economical too. Several retail stores in the area sell various water shoes, tubes, paddles, and ropes to tie you and your fellow tubers together. There is no charge to set sail on the McLeod River.

The trip can be anywhere from two-and-ahalf to four hours, depending on the time of year and speed of the current.

TUBING CHECKLIST • A good-quality tube • Water shoes • Life jacket • A paddle for slow spots • Sunscreen • Rope to tie group tubes together • Two vehicles – one to park at tubing access site and another at a pickup location

Signs direct tubers to the starting and finishing points. You’ll need two vehicles – one to deliver you to the starting point and one to pick you up at the end of the trip.

To stand at the point where these two rivers meet and experience the difference in the strength of current, one must venture to the Riverboat Park. It is located in Whitecourt behind the Sagitawah RV Park off Highway 43. It is here where you can see the line that divides the Athabasca and McLeod Rivers.

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MCLEOD RIVER CHARACTERISTICS • The McLeod River is a gentle-flowing river with subtle, light rapids • Source elevation – 1,621m (5,318 ft) • Mouth elevation – 690m (2,264 ft) • Mouth – Athabasca River

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RIVER BOATING The Whitecourt Riverboat Association has a long history of developing and maintaining the facilities at Riverboat Park. Club members organize family recreational jet boating events, as well as hosting the annual Jet Boat Races.

The Club operates in conjunction with the many other boating clubs and foundations throughout Canada and is dedicated to the promotion of safe river boating, shared access, preservation of the local rivers, and promoting Whitecourt as a “Jetboating Destination”.

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You will need 2 vehicles.

Park one at the Tubing Takeout and drive to the Tubing Access, where you will start your tubing journey. There are signs along the way directing you to the tubing access point.

Allow for 2.5 to 3 hours (depending on flow and depth of river) to tube down the McLeod River.

Take out is before the Highway 43 bridge. If you pass the bridge you’ve gone too far.

Load up your gear and drive back to the tubing access to get your 2nd vehicle.

FOR INFORMATION ON THIS YEAR’S RACE DATES: Richard Grant

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Off-Highway Vehicles Whitecourt is known for its scenic beauty and varied terrain perfect for nature lovers of all stripes. It’s also perfect for those who love nature while sitting on top of some highoctane machines.

Off Highway vehicle (OHV) use in the region is a common sight at various areas.

SAFETY & RULES

TIMEU REC AREA Just northeast of Fort Assiniboine on the north side of Secondary Highway 661 is the Timeu Off Highway Vehicle Recreation Area, which provides a variety of challenges for ATV enthusiasts.

The area is composed of sandhills and intermittent wetlands over a 38 square kilometre area.

When riding in the area, users are asked to: • Be responsible

• Respect other users

• Stay on the trails

• Don’t litter

• Visit woodlands.ab.ca for regulations and County bylaws Alberta Sustainable Resource Development reminds off highway vehicle users to properly clean their machines in order to prevent fires. For more information visit srd.alberta. ca. From the largest OHV to the smallest dirt bike, riding off-road vehicles could start a costly wildfire.

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WHITECOURT ATV CLUB If you find yourself becoming an enthusiast, think about joining the Whitecourt ATV Club - now in its sixth year. The Club started with goals of promoting safe ATV use and possibly sanctioning a regional trail system.

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WHITERIDGE MX PARK Set amidst the northern Alberta forest and nestled near the mighty Athabasca River, the WhiteRidge MX Park consists of nearly 2 kilometres of track with more than 20 obstacles.

You are sure to have an awesome ride at this location. Memberships are needed to use the track. The track is allocated for racing MX bikes and ATV’s. Riders will be greeted with an appealing assortment of jumps and table-tops.

The track is located approximately 5 kilometres north of Blue Ridge (just off Highway 43 on Secondary Highway 658).

For those wanting to get a taste of organized adrenaline on the dirt track, three sanctioned race events are coming to the WhiteRidge MX park.

The season kicks off with the Alberta Old Timers Round 9 & 10 on July 23 & 24. Come see some of Alberta’s best ATV racers rip up the dirt track vying for the top prize in a variety of categories.

Visit aotmx.ca for information.

The WhiteRidge MX Park, located five kilometres north of Blue Ridge, opens for the season on the May long weekend.

The track is open and ready for daily use.

Day passes and memberships are required as well as proper protective gear, which can be purchased at the following businesses:

ADRENALINE RUSH FOR MORE INFORMATION: whitecourtmx.com @whitecourtmotox

Adrenaline Power Sports Ltd. 3501-35 St., Whitecourt, AB Tel: 780-778-8500

First Choice Truck & Carwash 3530 Kepler St., Whitecourt, AB Tel: 780-778-3377

RPM Power Sports Ltd. 3 3803 - 36 St., Whitecourt, AB Tel: 780-706-2411

Then wind up the season with the Alberta Dirt Riders Association round 6 in August 20 & 21. Visit albertadirtriders.com for more information.

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Whitecourt Mudbogs Brought to you by Western Alberta Motor Sports Are you looking for a great way to spend a weekend? Check out the Whitecourt Mudbogs on May 28 & 29, 2022 and August 20 & 21, 2022 at the Whitecourt District Ag Grounds.

These events are family friendly fun for all ages with on-site camping available. These weekends are not weather dependent, the fun goes on rain or shine so come prepared for all types of weather.

All events start at 1:00 p.m. and the weekend includes on site concession, beer gardens and kids activities.

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The Whitecourt Mudbogs started in 2016 and have been gaining popularity ever since.

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We offer styles for Men, Womenincluding plus sizes and youth.

From denim to dresses, we’ve got you covered.

We also carry, shoes, purses, hats and accessories.

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Eastlink Park A new addition to the list of fun winter activities to enjoy in Whitecourt is Eastlink Park. Skiing, snowboarding, and tubing can all be enjoyed at the park, which opened in 2016.

Eastlink Park features 6.18 acres of skiable area which includes a 92-foot vertical drop and a parent and tot learn-to-ski run.

Snowboarders can enjoy Terrain Park with rails, boxes and jumps for snowboarders.

There are two 580 foot long tubing runs as well. Once you go down, you will be helped back up the hill thanks to the conveyor belt.

When you want to take a break you can sit around the outdoor fire pit or sit in the lodge, which is equipped with lockers, vending machines and a rental shop.

The terrain lends itself to being a perfect beginners hill where parents can take their children to learn to ski and snowboard.

Skiers and snowboarders can progress from the east easy side of the hill to the more extreme west side where the terrain is specifically designed for those more adventurous and advanced.

Hours of operation are Friday, Saturday and Sunday open December 1 - March 31, weather permitting. The park is available for private

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bookings like businesses and school and community groups.

Tubes, skis, and snowboards can be rented on site. The park has its own snow making capabilities. Eastlink Park is located at 100 Roszko Lane, in Whitecourt, Alberta.

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

780-746-3000 eastlinkpark.com @EastlinkPark

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Dahl Drive

Toboggan Hill North of 43 Avenue and East of Dahl Drive Whitecourt, Alberta.

Enjoy a day of fresh air and exercise on a natural toboggan hill. No groomed trails, just good old fashioned fun. Keep warm at the top of the hill with a bonfire, or bring the marshmallows and enjoy a snack between runs.

Cross Country Skiing What better way to enjoy the beauty of a winter day than to explore the 4.5 kilometres of groomed cross country ski trails located on the scenic Whitecourt Golf & Country Club. Trails are groomed from mid-December through March and wind through the forested area of the course and along the beautiful Athabasca River. Moonlight skiing is also possible on the open areas. Access for skiing is on 47 Street, at the second gate north of Flats Road.

For the more adventurous skier there is also a trail network at Carson Pegasus Provincial Park, located just 10 kilometres north of Whitecourt on Hwy 32 north. This trail system is not groomed but is well known and used. For the early season skier, it is common to ski on Carson Lake when it is frozen and initially covered by a thin layer of snow.

Either option provides a great day outdoors for the entire family!

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Outdoor Ice Rinks Four outdoor rinks are maintained by the Town of Whitecourt between mid-November and March.

The rinks are located at Central School, Percy Baxter School, Southlands Park area (near Park Drive) and Pat Hardy School (near the new school site).

Whitecourt Curling Rink Whitecourt Curling rink includes 4 sheets of ice as well as lounging areas upstairs and downstairs. This rink has been a part of the community for many years and has recently received some upgrades.

There are bonspiels held throughout the curling season for mixed teams, ladies and

mens teams. You can always be assured of a great time at one of the many bonspiels.

There is also league curling weeknights and junior curling available.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: @Whitecourt Curling Club

It is also possible to rent the facility for a private function.

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THE GOLDEN TRIANGLE The Golden Triangle Trail has helped to establish Whitecourt, Swan Hills, County of Greenview and Fox Creek area as the premier snowmobiling destination in Alberta.

Snowmobiling in Whitecourt What better place to snowmobile but in the Snowmobile Capital of Alberta. It’s a title Whitecourt boasts often.

Whitecourt was the first town in Western Canada to host an X-Games freestyle snowmobile competition. Hundreds of snowmobilers are drawn to the area every year, especially for the Whitecourt Trailblazer’s Rally.

WHITECOURT TRAILBLAZERS Since 1979, the Club has been grooming trails and hosting rallies simply for the enjoyment of sledders.

Please use the designated staging areas on the Northside – Eagle River Staging Area, Hwy 32 North and South side trail system – Groat Creek Staging Area, Hwy 32 south. We have 3 warm up cabins on the trail system with 4 lookouts which have incredible views. Warm your fingers along the trails. Outhouses are available at all staging areas, cabins and lookouts.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: Hotline:1-800-313-7383 whitecourttrailblazers.ca @whitecourttrailblazers

One of the highlights for the Club is the Family Day snowmobile rally, which attracts upwards of 800 snowmobilers from across the province each year.

Trailblazers prides itself on being a community organization and welcomes everyone to enjoy the trails and all they have to offer.

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It truly is the place for a “golden” sled experience. The roughly 350 kilometre trail system (220 miles) loops through the rugged boreal forests of central Alberta linking the communities of Whitecourt, Fox Creek and Swan Hills. These trails are accessible seven days a week and have multiple access points.

The well-marked, open trail passes through some of Alberta’s finest scenery. The variety of terrain serves up flat stretches for the speedsters interspersed with enough hills to add some thrills. This trail can provide a challenge for the most experienced rider or a wonderful experience for you and the family.

All the clubs have maps of their trails as well as the Golden Triangle. The local sledding clubs, Whitecourt Trailblazers, Northland Sno-Goers and the Swan Hills Snow Goers, with the help of Whitecourt, Woodlands County, Fox Creek, Swan Hills, Big Lakes County and Greenview ensure the Golden Triangle is groomed and that well-marked trails are maintained.

Although trails are maintained, please be aware of the hazards of trees on the trails.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: thegoldentriangle.ca @goldentrianglealberta

SNOWMOBILE CAPITAL WORLD SNOWMOBILE INVASION

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Whitecourt Trailblazers Annual Family Snowmobile Rally is held annually in February on Family Day weekend. Look for information of our upcoming event in 2023.

Please look for details on our website and social media sites.

Whitecourt Trailblazers host an annual VIP & Fun Ride in January. The Club encourages anybody to attend and invites MLAs, MPs, Mayors, Town and County Councillors, Travel Alberta, Alberta Tourism, Alberta Parks and Environment and Media from Alberta. The event includes a guided tour on our trails with lunch provided.

In recent years, Whitecourt has been known to be a small community with big potential.

Not only did the Club host the first-ever X-Games freestyle snowmobile competition in Western Canada but it also hosted a million-dollar, five-day World Snowmobile Invasion in 2015. The event involved two years of planning in partnership with municipal and provincial governments.

The Club has hosted three invasions in the past in 2005, 2009, and 2020.

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Scott Safety Centre Whitecourt’s newly-renovated arena boasts two full-sized ice rinks, a skate-sharpening shop, a restaurant and a boardroom.

The arena is always buzzing with athletic energy whether it be hockey, ringette, figure skating or just open ice time for everyone.

Located right along Highway 43, the arena is a comfy spot to get your sports fix. The

heated seats will keep you toasty warm while you take in the action on the ice.

Scott Safety Centre can play host to various sporting and non-sporting activities.

The building is the home arena of the Whitecourt Wolverines - an Alberta Junior Hockey League Junior A team.

In the summer the arenas are available to rent for indoor sporting events, conventions and trade shows. Every May the Scott Safety Centre, and the adjacent curling rink, hosts the Whitecourt and District Chamber of Commerce annual Trade Fair, to be held May 27-29, 2022.

The Scott Safety Centre has also been the location of the town’s Children’s Festival.

FOR RENT When the ice has melted for the season, the arena is still open for business. The

FOR MORE INFORMATION: For ice rental inquiries and information regarding public skating times, contact the Town of Whitecourt Community Services Department

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Alberta Junior Hockey League When visiting Whitecourt during hockey season, be sure to take in all of the excitement of an AJHL Junior A hockey game!

The Whitecourt Wolverines name was founded in the summer of 2007 as the Wolverines would join the NWJHL (North West Junior Hockey League). The “Junior B Wolverines” would stand tall for 2007-2012 before folding in their “Claws” for something bigger.

The Whitecourt Wolverines (Junior A Franchise) was established in March of 2012 with the relocation of the St. Albert Steel to Whitecourt.

This team is a big part of the community and you will find the players volunteering their time to many causes throughout the year.

The Wolverines since their inception have captured the North Division title once and are lead by current Head Coach and GM Shawn Martin under the ownership of Jason Fischer and Craig Kibblewhite.

The Wolverines home games are played at the Scott Safety Centre in Whitecourt.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: For ticket information or the latest updates on games visit whitecourtwolverines.ca @WhitecourtWolverines

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WINTER FUN

Family Day Winter Carnival Get your mittens on and bundle up so you don’t miss the fun packed day in celebration of the people you love the most.

Whitecourt will be bustling with action during the annual Family Day Winter Carnival on Family Day every year, at Rotary Park.

The day will begin at noon and run until 4:00 p.m. with a wide variety of activities both indoors and outdoors.

There will be an ice slide, family games, bannock roasting, sleigh rides as well as enjoy a free BBQ and hot chocolate while supplies last.

If you are looking to warm up, head over to the Scott Safety Centre where you can enjoy public skating.

A special movie screening will take place at the Vista Movie Theatre.

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Hard Luck Canyon No matter what motivates you to connect with mother nature, let Hard Luck Canyon inspire you!

Carved by Hard Luck Creek through the sandstone layers of the Paskapoo Formation, Hard Luck Canyon is a unique geological feature.

Follow the hard packed gravel trails to the lookout bridge located at the canyon’s edge for the best view. The bridge spans the falls, which are fed from a beaver pond that typically overflows in the spring. Venture down the series of stairs and paths to the canyon floor to get a closer look at Hard Luck Creek and the canyon walls.

Take a walk back in time to when the canyon was formed by following the informative signage on the trail to the bridge and finally to the canyon floor.

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The E.S. Huestis Demonstration Forest The E.S. Huestis Demonstration Forest is a great place to walk and stretch your legs, and learn something about this area’s natural resources.

The forest is only minutes from Whitecourt, just north of the Highway 43/Highway 32 junction.

The site includes a self-guided tour with information kiosks, hiking trails, a tree garden, day-use parking and washroom facilities.

The driving or walking tour follows a 7-kilometre road loop, embedded within 10 acres of working forest.

The E.S. Huestis Demonstration Forest was developed as an area focused around the concepts of demonstration and learning.

Since 2006, the Huestis Demonstration Forest

Partnership has worked hard to renew, repair and revitalize the site. It has added educational signs, kiosks, picnic tables, bear proof garbage cans and new hiking trails.

The forest is open during daylight hours, from about mid-May to mid-October. For more information contact Whitecourt’s local Environment and Parks office at 780-778-7153.

GEOCACHING Geocaching is a popular activity because it’s easy, fun and free. Participants use a Global Positioning System (GPS) or other techniques to hide and seek geocaches anywhere in the world.

There are several geocaching sites to be found throughout the region.

Pat Hardy Primary School Preschool to Grade 2 Principal: Anne Martens Phone: 780.778.6266

Percy Baxter Middle School Grades 6 to 8

Principal: David Turcotte Phone: 780.778.3898

Whitecourt Central School Grades 3 to 5 Principal: Tammy McKeever Phone: 780.778.2136

Hilltop Jr/Sr High School Grades 9 to 12

Principal: Brent Northcott Phone: 780.778.2446

BACK TO NATURE

A typical cache is a small container that holds a log book and treasure, such as a toy or trinket.

The idea of geocaching is to find a cache, take something from the cache, leave something in the cache and write about it in the log book.

Today, 350,000 geocaches are placed in 220 countries around the world and are registered on various websites. A great place to start is at www.geotourismcanada.com.

One never knows what the person before might have left. Since you must leave something in the cache for the next person who finds it, some good ideas for items are maps, books, software, hardware, CDs, videos, pictures, jewelry, tickets, games or antiques.

Learning for life.

Together.

From core programming and fine arts, to technology and extracurricular options, Northern Gateway Public Schools works within our communities to create the richest, most diverse education experience possible for all students.

Gateway Academy Grades 9 to 12 Coordinating Teacher: Maureen Kendall Phone: 780.778.5865

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For Outdoor Enthusiasts HUNTING Hunting is also a highly enjoyed activity in this neck of the woods. Many a prize animals have been hunted in the area. Hunters must also follow certain requirements before heading out. Different species have different times for allowable hunting with fall being the time when most seasons open. All regulations for hunting are found in the hunting guide available at Canadian Tire, and Moose County

Petro Canada Station. Hunters can obtain their licence at the previously mentioned locations as well. For more information, visit the Alberta Environment and Parks Department website at http://aep.alberta.ca.

FISHING With all of the beautiful bodies of water and large forested areas in the area, it’s no wonder why the region is such a popular place for hunting and fishing.

One of the popular fishing spots in the area is at Carson-Pegasus Provincial Park, located about 28 kilometres northwest of Whitecourt. Both the Athabasca and McLeod rivers are popular fishing spots as well.

Alberta residents under the age of 16 and over 65 need not worry about a fishing license, as it’s not required. But for everybody else, different bodies of water have different regulations, and fishers are required to have a sportfishing license.

Season gates, equipment requirements, limits of fish, size of fish and other regulations can be found in the fishing guide, which can be purchased from the following vendors: Moose Country Petro Canada Station, Canadian Tire, both located on Highway 43 in Whitecourt.

Stocked waterbodies in Whitecourt and area include: • Rotary Park Pond • Emerald Lake • McLeod Lake • Paddle River Dam Pond • Schuman Lake • Dolberg Lake • Trapper Lake • Blue Ridge Recreation Area.

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HUNTING & FISHING RIVERS: The Athabasca and McLeod Rivers as well as their tributaries such as, Sakwatamau and Freeman Rivers as well as numerous creeks such as Windfall, Groat, Oldman Creek, Chickadee Creek, Christmas Creek and other creeks can contain game fish such as Athabasca rainbow trout, grayling, pike, walleye, mountain whitefish and northern pike.

THERE ARE ALSO SOME OTHER LOCATIONS WITHIN DRIVING DISTANCE OF WHITECOURT THAT ARE POPULAR FISHING SPOTS SUCH AS: LONG LAKE AND SHININGBANK LAKE: Pike, whitefish, perch. Follow Highway 32 South towards Edson and look for appropriate signs.

BEAR LAKE: Located south on Highway 32 towards Edson. Watch for appropriate signs.

Iosegen Lake: Pike, walleye and whitefish.

Located about eight kilometres northeast of Fox Creek.

SMOKE LAKE: Pike, walleye and whitefish.

Located about 15 kilometres north of Fox Creek, then 8.5 kilometres southwest to the lake.

Fishing Locations in Whitecourt & Area MCLEOD LAKE: Rainbow trout. Go 6.5 kilometres northwest of Whitecourt on Highway 43 and turn north onto Highway 32 for about 10 kilometres and follow the signs located on the east side of the road. Located in Carson-Pegasus Provincial Park.

LITTLE MCLEOD LAKE: Northern pike, whitefish and perch. Located beside McLeod Lake in Carson-Pegasus Provincial Park EMERALD LAKE: Eastern brook. Located about 3.2 kilometres north of McLeod Lake.

No gas motors are allowed. No water sports.

Speeds are 12 kilometres maximum on the lake.

FISH LAKES: Pike and perch. Located near Goose Lake, only accessible by quad.

ROACH LAKE: Pike available, located about 30 kilometres east of Swan Hills, only accessible by quad.

Review the Alberta Guide to Sport Fishing regulations for current information. Contact a local Fish and Wildlife Officer for additional details.

GOOSE LAKE: Pike and perch. Located approximately 45 kilometres northeast of Whitecourt. Take Highway 43 and turn north at Cottonwood onto secondary Highway 658. Look for signs to Goose Lake Campground.

SCHUMAN LAKE: Rainbow trout. Located next to Goose Lake.

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3415 Caxton St. Whitecourt 780-778-4844 reservations@whitecourtinn.com • WI-FI 1-888-416-4844 • Guest laundry • Restaurant on Site • Meeting Space • Outdoor Plug ins • Satellite Television

Cloud 9 Inn

3559 Caxton St. Whitecourt 780-778-3133 780-778-3764 • Senior & Corporate Rates • Newly Renovated - Hot Breakfast Program • High Speed Wireless Internet • Flat Screen TV’s in room • Complimentary Laundry

Green Gables Inn

3527 Caxton St. Whitecourt 780-778-4537 780-778-2510 www.greengablesinn.ca • Free Continental Breakfast • Corporate & Senior Rates • Wireless Internet

Holiday Inn Express & Suites

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Microtel Inn & Suites

4721 - 49 St. Whitecourt 780-778-2512 780-778-2516 www.hiewhitecourt.com • WI-Fi • Free Breakfast • Air Conditioned • Laundry Service

3331-35 St. Whitecourt 780-746-6479 780-746-6480 • Full Kitchens • Jacuzzi Rooms • Free Wi-fi, Cable TV • Air Conditioning, Fireplaces • Pool

The Kanata Whitecourt

3315 33 St. Whitecourt 1-888-700-2264 • Free WI-FI • Free Hot Continental Breakfast • Kitchenettes • Suites • Fitness Centre

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4915-49 Ave. Whitecourt 780-706-0164 1-800-337-0050 • Hot Continental Breakfast • Fitness Centre with Hot Tub & Sauna • Meeting Facilities

Quality Inn & Suites Whitecourt 5406 Caxton St. Whitecourt 780-779-2399 780-779-4399 • Breakfast • Gym • Internet • Pets allowed • Kitchenettes

HOTELS & MOTELS

Ramada

5420 - 49 Ave. Whitecourt (780) 778-5477 • Free Wifi • Free Breakfast • Free Parking • Pet Friendly • Restaurant • Bar

Royal Oak Inn

3305 Caxton St. Whitecourt 780-778-4004 780-778-4483 royal-oak@live.ca • Restaurant • Newly Renovated Rooms • Free A&W Hot Combo Breakfast

Snuggle Inn

5028-50 Ave. Whitecourt 780-778-5544

Super 8 Motel

4121 Kepler St. Whitecourt 780-778-8908 780-78-6064 gm@super8whitecourt.com • Corporate & Senior Rates • Internet Kiosk • Free Continental Breakfast

Western Budget 1&2

3405 Kepler St. Whitecourt 780-706-2030 780-706-3551 www.westernbudgetmotel.com • Wheelchair Access • Wireless internet

Western Budget 3

3301 - 35 St. Whitecourt 780-778-6692 • Swimming Pool • Kitchen Units • Restaurant • Free Continental Breakfast • Fireplaces • Ample Parking

The Ritz Cafe & Motor Inn

5032 Caxton St. Whitecourt 780-778-5055 780-778-6602 theritz@telusplanet.net • Pets Welcome • Free Hot Breakfast • Fully Licensed Restaurant & Lounge on site

Green Gables Inn (780) 778-4537 www.greengablesinn.ca Fax: (780) 778-2510 Toll-free: 1-888-779-4537 3527 Caxton Street, Whitecourt, Alberta T7S 1P3

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For all Tastes 19th Hole Lounge Whitecourt Golf & Country Club 1 Flats Rd. 780-778-3531 Breakfast, Lunch & Snack Menu

A&W

3711 Caxton St. 780-778-6611 Fast Food

Boardwalk Burgers 5420 49 Ave. 780-396-4266 Fast Food

Booster Juice

3843 Caxton St. 780-779-9919 Health Food

Boston Pizza

3836 Kepler St. 780-778-2500 Full Service Menu

Brothers Diner

Domino’s Pizza

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Edo Japan

5123 Kepler St. 780-778-8013 Full Service Menu 3909 37 Ave. 780-778-5955 Fast Food

Cosmic Pizza & Donairs

#5 5004B Dahl Drive 780-778-6664 Pizza, Pasta & Salads 3815 Caxton St. 780-778-3833 Japanese Fast Food

Freddy’s 2 for 1 Pizza

3826 Kepler St. 780-778-4700 Fast Food

KG’s Sandwich Bar

5115 50 Ave. 780-778-5151 Pizza & Pasta

4912 50 Ave. 780-778-5286 Homemade Soup & Sandwiches

#1 4802 51 St. Valley Centre Mall 780-778-1900 Full Service Menu

Golden Delight

Kujira Sushi & Grill

Dairy Queen/ Orange Julius

Green Gables Restaurant

3305 Caxton St. 780-779-5205 Pizza & Donairs

Crown & Anchor Pub

3839 Caxton St. 780-778-4633 Fast Food

4164 Kepler St. 780-778-3688 Chinese & Western

3527 Caxton St. 780-778-3142 Full Service Menu

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Monday-Saturday 10:00 am – 10:00 pm and Sunday 11:00 am – 9:00 pm Japanese food cooked fresh on Teppan Grill served with our signature Teriyaki Sauce.

Edo Japan #102, 3815 Caxton Street, Whitecourt 780-778-3833 Dine-In, Take-out or Delivery Preorder your meal online at www.edojapan.com

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5006 50 St. 780-396-8881 Japanese

Lava Grill & Sports Lounge

5420 49 Ave. (Inside the Ramada Inn) 780-778-5477 Full Service Menu

Liberty Donair & Subs /Taco Time 3702 Kepler St. 780-706-8883 Donairs, Poutines, Shakes

Linh’s Kitchen

Midtown Mall 780-396-8823 Asian & Western

McDonald’s

4111 Kepler St. 780-778-6969 Fast Food

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Wal Mart Super Centre 780-779-2710 Fast Food

RESTAURANTS Starbucks

3847 Caxton St. 780-262-0174 Breakfast, Lunch, Snacks

Subway Mountain Pizza & Steak House

3823 Caxton St. 780-778-3600 Steak, Pizza, Pasta, Seafood

Mr. Mike’s

3301 35 St. 780-778-8669 Full Service Menu

My Little Saigon 4720 50 Ave. 780-778-1911 Vietnamese

Original Joe’s

100A 5004 Dahl Drive 780-778-1981 Full Service Menu

Panago Pizza 4802 51 St. 780-310-0001 Pizza

Pizza 73

3732 Kepler St. 780-778-5656 Pizza

Pizza Hut

3815 Caxton St. 780-778-4900 Pizza

Rainbow Restaurant 4904 51 Ave. 780-778-6333 Chinese & Western

Red Swan Pizza #4 4439 52 Ave. 780-778-4600 Pizza

Road House Pub & Grill

3415 Caxton St. 780-778-8600 Full Service Menu

Sajj Shawarma 3843 Caxton St. 780-778-8889

Smitty’s

3559 Caxton St. 780-779-0006 Full Service Menu

Soban

5108 50 Ave. 780-778-5225 Japanese, Korean & Western

#3 4439 52 Ave. 780-778-0058 Subs, Sandwiches

Subway

3742 Kepler St. 780-778-8700 Subs, Sandwiches

The Ritz Cafe’ & Motor Inn

5032 Caxton St. 780-778-5055 Full Service Menu

Tim Horton’s

4216 Elko Drive 780-778-8771 Coffee, Soups, Sandwiches

Timber’s Bar & Grill Eagle River Casino 780-706-7500 Full Service Menu

Violet Mae’s Bakery 5107 50 Ave. 780-778-8814 Home Made Soup & Sandwiches

Wendy’s

3510 Kepler St. 780-778-5554 Fast Food

Western Canada Coffee Company 3537 Caxton St. 780-706-0206 Breakfast, Brunch

Wok Box

3722 Kepler St. 780-778-3398

Tim Horton’s 4331 52 Ave. 780-779-4968 Coffee, Soups, Sandwiches

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Carson-Pegasus Provincial Park The picturesque Carson-Pegasus Provincial Park is well known as a great fishing spot.

However, it offers much more.

balsam fir, balsam poplar and white spruce surround you as you explore one of the many well-marked trails.

Located just 28 kilometres from Whitecourt, the provincial park includes two lakes McLeod Lake and Little McLeod Lake. The more developed of the two is McLeod Lake.

Clear your mind as you fish for fresh pike in the clear waters of the lakes. Stop to witness nature at its finest in the midst of a variety of mammals and bird species.

Whether it’s adventure or relaxation you are looking for, you will find it here. Let the beauty of the mixed-wood forests of aspen,

Now let’s go have an adventure! Motor boats, rowboats, canoes, paddle boats and kayaks are available to rent at McLeod Lake.

Carson-Pegasus Provincial Park is also the ideal place to camp with your family, whether for a weekend or overnight on your way to Alaska.

• Clean toilet and shower facilities • Wide variety of hiking and nature trails • Boat rentals • Boat launch and seawall for fishing • Playground • Food concession • Coin laundry FISHING • McLeod Lake – Rainbow Trout • Little McLeod Lake – Northern Pike, Whitefish and Perch TRAILS • The Backcountry Trail goes along the lakeshore for nearly five and a half kilometres and starts at the McLeod Lake boat launch parking lot or the group use area. The trail is a combination of gravel and grass surfaces.

• Lakeshore Trail is a shorter trail which also follows the lakeshore just below the campground loops. It is a 1.7 kilometre trail with grass and gravel surfaces, starting at the Penninsula boat launch.

AMENITIES • 181 private campsites to accommodate RV or tent campers (41 powered sites) • 80 reservation sites • Group camping, perfect for family reunions and larger gatherings

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TO GET TO CARSON-PEGASUS PROVINCIAL PARK • Travel 6 kilometres west on Highway 43 from Whitecourt • Travel 11 kilometres north on Highway 32 • Signs will take you the rest of the way

BIRD WATCHING Birding, or bird watching, is an easy hobby to take up. The prospective birder needs only three things: a bird guide, binoculars and a healthy dose of curiosity and interest in the natural world. Luckily, the Whitecourt area is perfect for birding with different areas providing a diverse variety of birds to see.

Carson-Pegasus Provincial Park has a wide range of different birds. Some are more rare and will be seen by dedicated birders and those who get a lucky sighting.

Carson-Pegasus Provincial SLEEP Park provides some great birding opportunities for water birds. The park contains Canada Geese, Mallards, Ringnecked Ducks, Great Blue Heron, Solitary Sandpipers, Red-necked Grebe and Boneparte’s Gulls.

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Carson-Pegasus also has some rare birds for the lucky, or very dedicated, birder to spot. These are the Trumpeter Swan, the Belted Kingfisher, Sora, Ospreys, the Bald Eagle and the American Bittern.

A lot of the fun of birding is the anticipation of tracking down a species that has eluded you, so don’t be discouraged if you don’t check them all off your list in the first outing.

Just keep trying and looking forward to the day when you spot your first Bald Eagle!

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BROTHERS DINER FOR BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER

FOOD FOR YOUR BODY & SOUL

HOMEMADE DISHES, HAMBURGERS, SHAKES AND SO MUCH MORE!

OPEN DAILY 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM

5123 Kepler Street, Whitecourt 780-778-8013

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Campsites

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CARSON PEGASUS PROVINCIAL PARK TEL: 780-778-2664 Carson Pegasus Provincial Park is located about 28 kilometres northwest of Whitecourt on Highway 32, and is open from approximately the beginning of May to the middle of November annually. There are 181 sites, and 41 of them have power hookups. They offer showers, boat rentals, snack bar, a laundromat, interpretive programs, accessible shore fishing, beaches, picnic area, playgrounds, bird watching and canoeing. For more information visit albertaparks.ca.

BROOKE’S CREEK MINI GOLF AND CAMPGROUND 780-778-6988 WWW.BROOKESCREEK.CA 5200 Riverside Rd Whitecourt.

Hours of operation 10:00 a.m to 10:00 p.m.

Partially serviced campground – 54 sites – admission rates $32/night or $200/ weekly sites available. 18 hole mini golf – admission rates: General 11+ $12, 3-10 $10, Seniors 65+ $9.

CLEAR LAKE PARK TEL: 780-674-5307 Clear Lake Park campground is privately owned and located approximately 10 kilometres southwest of Fort Assiniboine (northwest of Tiger Lily). There are 74 sites and one large group site, all of which house tents, trailers and motorhomes.

There are no power or shower facilities but swimming, fishing and water pumps are available. There are also two boat launches available.

EAGLE RIVER RECREATION AREA

1-800-313-7383 or 780-778-3433 Located 13 kilometres northwest of Whitecourt on Highway 32, the Eagle River Recreation Area is available for the general public to book from May to October.

The group camp area is a great venue for events such as family reunions, weddings, anniversaries, and staff functions.

While there, you and your friends can enjoy a game at the horseshoe pits or a game of volleyball or softball. The facility is also equipped with outdoor bathrooms, a fire pit, picnic tables, and loading ramp. Site amenities: • accommodates between 20 and 30 campers • Fee: $200 per night • sheltered camp kitchen • cook stove available for facility renters • fire pit • snowmobile staging area in the winter - so the site leads to an assortment of trails.

To book the Eagle River Recreation Area call 1-800-313-7383 or 780-778-3433. Due to demand, reservations can only be made by phone and are booked on a first come, first serve basis starting January 2 annually. A deposit must be made within 10 days of the booking date.

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EAGLE RIVER TOURISM RV PARK INTERIM TEL: 780-779-2727 or

587-773-2497

(Eagle River Casino, Ask for Guest Services) Located at the intersection of Highway 43 and 32N, 8 kilometres NW of Whitecourt.

Open year round this 107 fully serviced park includes fire pits, picnic tables, playground, graveled pads, water, sanitary sewer, 30-50 amp power hookups, laundromat and clean flush washroom and shower facilities. Daily, weekly, monthly and annual rates available.

The park sets itself apart with a new 2800 sq. ft. First Nation Cultural Centre with artifacts, art and concession. Guided tours are available.

FREEMAN RIVER RV PARK TEL: 780-584-2364 Freeman River RV Park is located five kilometres west of Fort Assiniboine. It is open May to late October and is located on 25 acres with 47 spacious, level, gravel padded sites. All sites include a picnic table and fire pit. There are showers and flush toilets. Rates are available on nightly, weekly and monthly basis with or without power. Activities that are available include river swimming, hiking, biking, picking raspberries, fishing, sightseeing, children’s craft time and horseshoes. If you need more information visit the Freeman River RV Park website at freemanriver.com.

GOODWIN MEADOWS RV PARK

TEL: 780-706-6777

Come experience the serenity of the wild while enjoying the convenience of water, sewer and 50 amp power. Relish the heat of the campfire as the kids devour smores, unwind and reconnect with the peace that only nature provides.

Open year round, 22 sites, 7 pull-thru sites, w/p/s, firewood, showers, laundry and free sani-dump with stay. 132044 Township road 590, Whitecourt, AB T7S 1N5. Contact: Jolene 780-706-6777,email: goodwinmeadows@gmail.com goodwinmeadows.com/

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WHITECOURT GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB Full service golf course, where guests can enjoy golf memberships, superb amenities, outstanding service and 18 holes of magnificent golf • Whitecourt Golf & Country Club is an 18 Hole Facility, equipped with a driving range, chipping and putting areas and practice facilities • PGA staff available for lessons • Golfers and non-golfers alike are welcome in our warm and spacious clubhouse

• Bar and Grill, Restaurant and Lounge • Check our website for menu updates • Relaxing patio with wonderful views and friendly atmosphere • We are a public facility and open to the public • Call us today for a tee time

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SLEEP UNDER THE STARS GOOSE LAKE CAMPGROUND TEL: 780-584-2480 Goose Lake Campground is located about 32 kilometres north of Blue Ridge on Highway 658.

It has 62 large sites in a natural wooded setting with a sanitation dump, shower building, small convenience store, free boat launch, year-round fishing (Perch and Jack), boating, water skiing, fire pits, playground, cookhouse, horseshoe pits, mini golf, sandy beach, walking trail, phone booths and picnic shelter. The camping season at Goose Lake Campground runs from the May long weekend to the September long weekend.

Monthly and seasonal rates are available.

GROAT CREEK GROUP CAMPGROUND TEL: 780-778-3433 Groat Creek Group Campground is located 25 kilometres from Whitecourt off Highway 32, right after the Groat Creek Bridge and about 10 minutes from the Westward Community Centre. It has 10 sites visitors can rent for tournaments, reunions and other group gatherings. There is a shelter equipped with a generator that campers get full use of when renting the site and firewood can be purchased at the time the sites are booked. All sites come with a picnic table and fire pit. There is access to washrooms, a group fire pit and walking trails along scenic Groat Creek, a waterway rich in fossils. Book through the Forest Interpretive Centre in Whitecourt.

LIONS CAMPGROUND TEL: 780-778-6782 Lions Campground is located off 33 St in Whitecourt. There are 75 stalls, many of which are full service and pull through sites. Each stall has a fire pit and a picnic table. They offer firewood for sale, showers, laundry, and picnic areas.

SAGITAWAH RV PARK TEL: 780-778-3734 WEBSITE: sagitawahrv.com Sagitawah RV Park is located within Whitecourt town limits, on Riverboat Park Road by the Athabasca River, just off Highway 43. Sagitawah RV Park is open from approximately the middle of April to the middle of October each year.

There are 113 stalls, including full-service (with 50, 30 and 15 AMP, sewer, water,) as well as no service tenting sites. Sagitawah RV Park provides clean (free) hot showers and flush toilets, fire pits (firewood for sale), picnic tables, free wireless internet, coin-op Laundromat, pedal go-karts, and playground. Workers are welcomed. Weekly and monthly rates are available. The campground is also pets friendly for responsible owners.

SCHUMAN LAKE CAMPGROUND Schuman Lake is 24 kilometres west of Fort Assiniboine on Secondary Highway 658, The Schuman Lake Campground has six overnight stalls. Free access to picnic and barbecue sites are available. No motorboats are allowed on the lake. There are plenty of Rainbow Trout for fishermen.

WOODLANDS RV PARK & RIVER MARINA TEL: 780-584-2222 Located within the east boundaries of Fort Assiniboine along the Athabasca River, Woodlands RV Park and River Marina offers 50 spacious sites (power and potable water included), 5 tenting sites (no services).

Full washroom and laundry facilities, crafts/sewing centre, gift shop, high-speed internet and fax service, coffee/bakery shop, activities include jet boat tours, jet boat poker rallies, kayak rentals and tours, nearby golfing, ATV, horseback trails and beach volleyball.

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Beaver Creek General Store

A trip to Whitecourt just isn’t complete without a visit to Beaver Creek General Store. Located in the heart of downtown, Beaver Creek has been one of Whitecourt’s most popular tourist attractions since 1995.

The store features many unique items, such as giftware, souvenirs, gourmet foods, coffee and tea, kitchen gadgets, body and bath products, garden décor, as well as beer and wine making supplies.

During the summer months, you will see many people enjoying gourmet ice cream, specialty coffees and tea, or Italian sodas, while relaxing on the covered veranda.

There is so much to discover inside this Old-Fashioned store, with its wooden floors and unique decor. Venture inside and find homemade fudge, fresh roasted nuts and handmade chocolates and truffles.

5007 49TH STREET, WHITECOURT

780-778-3636

Beaver Creek offers a wide variety of gourmet food products, from spices, dips and sauces, to specialty teas and coffee. You are sure to find a new favourite!

Beaver Creek has something for everyone, from Teddy Bears and Games for the kids, to BBQ rubs and spices for Dad, to the cutest garden ornament for Mom. Whether you’re looking for a gift for someone special or just treating yourself, Beaver Creek General Store is where you’ll find it!

Looking for a new hobby? Become a wine maker or expand your wine making skills with Winexpert wine kits, equipment and supplies, but most importantly advice and ideas. If you’ve been thinking about making your own beer or wine, stop thinking about it and come talk to Nancy and her Staff. They will help you discover the wonderful world of beer and wine making for yourself.

Beaver Creek is one of those places where you can lose track of time. Whether it’s a rainy day, or the sun is shining bright, ensure you stop by and visit Nancy and the friendly staff at Beaver Creek General Store.

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