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Adventure, Alberta, environment

Gadd’s Truth: Interesting Times?

It might be nice if the times were a little less interesting.

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Adventure, Alberta, Indigenous, News

Indigenous Tourism is Growing in Alberta with the Help of a New Tourism Partnership

An expanding and well-supported Indigenous tourism sector sets Alberta apart on the world stage.

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Adventure, Alberta, Summer

This Is the Best Thing I Did in the Rockies—and It’s Not What You Expect

Since then, my relationship with the Rockies has changed.

Smiling woman in hiking gear stands in a grassy meadow with towering rocky mountains and a pine forest behind him/her.

Adventure, Alberta, Hiking

I Went Hiking in the Rockies With Three People in Their 70s—And It Changed My Perspective

My week of hiking the Rockies was not what I thought I wanted, but it was what I needed.

Muncho Lake

Alberta, British Columbia, Editors' Picks, Winter, Yukon

Chasing Winter Magic along the Alaska Highway, from the Yukon to Alberta

Tucked away in a dense spruce forest, it feels like I’ve stumbled upon a hidden nature gem.

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Alberta, Editors' Picks, Health and Wellness, Winter

Why Scandinavians Love Winter (and How Canadians Can Too)

This is how my journey to find ways to un-cocoon myself and begin embracing the winter months started. 

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Adventure, Alberta, British Columbia, Winter

10 Incredible Natural Ice Skating Locations in Alberta and BC

From world-renowned lakes to hidden gems just outside town, here are 10 of the best wild ice skating spots in Alberta and British Columbia for you to explore this winter.

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Adventure, Alberta, Travel

Canmore Beyond the Tourist Traps: A Local’s Take on Alberta’s Paradise

This is Canmore: Alberta’s adventure paradise, as experienced by the people who live, work and play here.

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Adventure, Alberta, Editors' Picks

Tailored Thrills: Can an Adventure Concierge Curate Your Next Wild Escape?

These guides do more than hand out trail maps. They shape experiences around each guest’s interests and abilities.

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Adventure, Alberta, Editors' Picks

Jasper Looks Different This Summer. Here’s What Visitors Can Expect

This summer, visitors have the chance to play a meaningful role in supporting that recovery.

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Adventure, Alberta, Partner Content

Alberta’s Mighty Peace Region Has the Best Summer Adventures

Plan your next adventure in raw, wild and unexplored northern Alberta now.

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Alberta, Camping, Editors' Picks

Best Tips for Reserving Alberta’s Wonderful Campsites

You’ll need Lady Luck on your side if it’s a long summer weekend, whereas mid-week in the off season is relatively easy to get.

A view of Mount Engadine Lodge in Kananaskis Country, AB

Adventure, Alberta, Ski and Snowboard

The Best Kept Secret of Kananaskis: Mount Engadine Lodge

Tucked within a quiet Kananaskis valley Mount Engadine Lodge is complete with all the best things about the mountains—good food, great people and adventure right out the front door.

Prince of Wales Hotel, Waterton

Adventure, Alberta, Travel

The Ultimate Guide to Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park

Glacier National Park in the United States is connected to Waterton Lakes National Park in a profound way. As the …

Whitemud Ravine, Edmonton - Urban backpacking

Adventure, Alberta, Hiking

Urban Backpacking: Adventure in the Heart of Edmonton

Nothing compares to the adventure of a backpacking trip in a remote wilderness setting. But trips like this require time, …

Leaving Carnavon Lake: Random camping in Alberta

Alberta, Camping, Editors' Picks

Random Camping: What Is It and How to Do It Responsibly

What does the future of random camping look like as more and more people flock to the backcountry?

Hiking Black Rock Mountain in Alberta

Adventure, Alberta, Hiking Trail Reviews

Discover the Hike to Black Rock Mountain in Alberta

The summit boasts incredible views of Devil’s Head and surrounding peaks.

Adventure, Alberta, Camping Gear

Blazing the Way: Trailblazers Camping and Outdoor Store

Looking back, Mark Denton recalls that it wasn’t always easy to turn his passion for the outdoors into a business.

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Adventure, Alberta, Hiking

10 Best Hikes in Banff for Dog Lovers

Grab your four-legged hiking buddy and check out these dog-friendly trails in Banff.

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Ryan De Angelis | Adam Constantine

Alberta, Editors' Picks, Ontario

So, You Saw the Northern Lights Last Weekend, Eh?

Here are some of the incredible aurora captures from across the country.

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