The Beaver Hills Biosphere – living and working in harmony with nature to inspire a positive future. A Remarkable Place A distinct landscape, the Beaver Hills was designated a UNESCO Biosphere in March, 2016. Just 20 minutes east of Edmonton, Alberta, the Beaver Hills Biosphere is an important area of biodiversity conservation. One of only two UNESCO biospheres in Alberta, Read more...

Dreamcatcher™ Nature Assisted Therapy is a Psychology Practice, 30 minutes east of Edmonton, on a beautiful 40 acre ranch. The tranquil setting boasts a holistic approach to healing; offering a wide variety of traditional and unique therapies to help children, youth and adults find healing, balance, and joy that contributes to their personal growth.  Read on to learn about Dreamcatcher™  Read more...

Hand Crafted, Sustainably Farmed Alberta Cottage Winery Why Go? Barr Estate Winery is Strathcona County’s only Alberta Cottage Winery. Owned and operated by Rick and Amy Barr, Barr Estate Winery produces fruit wines from fruit grown organically right on the farm. The two staple wines are The Other Red (a raspberry wine) and The Barb (a rhubarb wine). Wondering where Read more...

Discover the Magic of Spring at Hastings Lake Gardens! Why Go? Hastings Lake Gardens & Events is a family-owned business offering a unique combination of a seasonal greenhouse and versatile event spaces. The greenhouse features a variety of high-quality, locally grown potted plants, herbs, and vegetables, making it easy for plant enthusiasts to enhance their homes or gardens. Whether you’re Read more...

Your Four-Season Outdoor Adventure Centre! Why Go? Are you searching for a place to go tent camping, rent a lodge, organize a group event, or host a birthday party? The Strathcona Wilderness Centre is the perfect place for all of these activities. They also offer regular outdoor recreation programs and school programs. For more information, you can visit their website. Read more...

Ardrossan Farmers Market Memorial Hall, 60 First Ave.  Tuesdays – 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM  Jun 4, 2024 – Sep 24, 2024 (outdoor)  Upcoming Markets:  Jun 4, 11, 18, 25 ; Jul 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 ; Aug 6, 13, 20, 27 ; Sep 3, 10, 17, 24 Special Markets: located at Ardrossan Recreation Complex – 80 First Avenue – Apr Read more...

Discover Scenic Trails Why Go? The Strathcona County Regional Trail is a 22 km route that connects Strathcona Provincial Science Park with Fort Saskatchewan. The trail offers a mix of flat and sloped terrains, making it perfect for hiking or biking. There are plenty of benches along the way where you can rest and enjoy the stunning views. The trail Read more...

The mission is to establish long term partnerships with other community organizations and agencies that have a similar mission and are striving towards the same goals. To encourage improvement in the quality of life in the agricultural community by developing programs, events, services and facilities based on the needs of the community whether it be rural or urban residents. To Read more...

Snowshoeing at the Strathcona Wilderness Centre   Snowshoe and cross-country ski rentals are available to try out a new sport this winter. You can even check the live trail cameras before going to see how the conditions are!  https://www.strathcona.ca/recreation-events/activities/cross-country-skiing-snowshoeing/   Cross-country skiing at Broadmoor Golf Course  Cross-country ski in the heart of Sherwood Park at the Broadmoor Golf Course. Different groomed loops are available with Read more...

Take a Day to Experience Alberta Why Go? Explore the wonders of Alberta through Experience Alberta’s thoughtfully crafted self-driving tours, beginning from the Edmonton area. Tailor your day with suggested stops and activities, whether you prefer a self-guided adventure, a guided experience, or a customized journey.  Experience Alberta offers comprehensive itineraries with destination highlights, activity recommendations, and intriguing local insights Read more...

A tour of local Artist’s home studios! Why Go? The Art Society of Strathcona County is a Volunteer Organization that allows local artists to flourish and enjoy friendships with others in a creative and inclusive environment. ASSC offers many exciting art shows that allow artists to showcase their creations year round. These include the Spring Show, Fall Show, Christmas Marketplace, Student Read more...