East and Southeast Indigenous Experiences

Jennifer FilipAttractions, East of Edmonton, Fall Adventures, Indigenous Attraction, Indigenous Experience, Roadtrips, Southeast of Edmonton, Spring Adventures, Summer Adventures, Winter Adventures

Featured above: Artwork by Ellie Lagrandeur, Dreamcatchers Gift & Art Gallery in Fort Saskatchewan East of Edmonton INDIGENOUS EXPERIENCES  Traveling east of Edmonton on Highway 16 you can learn about Indigenous culture and the early history of Alberta’s first people. As you drive East of Edmonton you are entering into the Beaver Hills Biosphere, a traditional gathering place for Indigenous peoples from many nations. The Biosphere features an Indigenous speaker series as well as other activities that that promote living …

12 Tremendous Trips for a Super Summer

Rebecca Isbister2022 Roadtrip Adventures, Athabasca County, Attractions, Beaver County, Bonnyville, Campgrounds & RV Parks, Camping, Camrose, Camrose County, Cold Lake, Drink, Eat & Shop, East of Edmonton, Entertainment, Fishing, Flagstaff County, Glamping, Golfing, Highway 13, Highway 14, Highway 15, Highway 16, Highway 28, Highway 29, Highway 45, Highway 55, Indigenous Attraction, Lac La Biche Region, Lakeland Region, MD of Bonnyville, Metis Crossing, Northeast of Edmonton, Outdoor Adventures, Parks & Trails, Roadside Attraction, Roadtrips, Shopping, Smoky Lake County, Southeast of Edmonton, St. Paul County, Strathcona County, Summer Adventures, Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village, Vegreville, Vermilion, Vermilion River County, Wainwright

Make Summer Memories We’re lucky to live in such a beautiful place. Here’s our 12 summer travel ideas to keep you having fun all season long. 1. Hit the Trails If you’re looking to escape the summer crowds, the East of Edmonton region has many hidden gems to explore. With a 1000+ km of trails at 100+ Provincial Parks, & Natural Areas, there’s plenty to experience.   2. Go Camping…or, Glamping! Summer is the best time of the year to go camping and get outdoors at your ‘home away …

Connecting to Indigenous winter culture in Lac La Biche

Jolene Kisilevich#SkiNorthAB, Highway 55, Indigenous Attraction, Lac La Biche Region, Northeast of Edmonton, Roadtrips, Winter Adventures

Last updated January 25, 2024 #SkiNorthAB #NEAB By Lisa Monforton Sometimes you really don’t have to go that far from the big city to feel like you’re a million miles away. Walking amid the silence of the aspen forest on a bluebird winter day at Hideaway Adventure Grounds, as John Ritchie and his dog, Buddy, and our dog, Anouk, chased each other in the snow, felt like just that kind of much-needed escapism. Hideaway is just a 20-minute drive south …

Shop, Save & Go in the Snow East of Edmonton!

Rebecca Isbister#SkiNorthAB, 2021 Roadtrip Adventures, Attractions, Cross Country Skiing, East of Edmonton, Elk Island National Park, Entertainment, Indigenous Attraction, Itinerary, Metis Crossing, National Park, Northeast of Edmonton, Outdoor Adventures, Roadtrip2021, Roadtrips, Southeast of Edmonton, Winter Adventures

As 2021 winds down, we want to wish everyone the best of the holiday season. Check some of the unique boutiques and great shopping experiences around the region. We’ve included some wonderful ways to enjoy winter, so start planning your winter adventures. Shop and Save on our Shopping Trails… Use the Go Savings Pass! Want to save $ and feel good about where your money goes? Shop and save at over 80 local businesses. The  Roadtrip Savings Passport is ready so …

#TakeItToTheLake on a #NEAB roadtrip

Jolene Kisilevich#TakeItToTheLake, Athabasca County, Bonnyville, Campgrounds & RV Parks, Cold Lake, Fall Adventures, Highway 28, Highway 55, Indigenous Attraction, MD of Bonnyville, Metis Crossing, Northeast of Edmonton, Outdoor Adventures, Roadtrips, Smoky Lake County, Spring Adventures, Summer Adventures, Water Adventures

– Jeremy Derksen #Takeittothelake #NEAB   What makes a great roadtrip? If abundant lakes, wide open spaces and hidden gems top your list, then you’ll want to look to northeast Alberta. Looping from Métis Crossing up to Athabasca, across to Lac La Biche, then Cold Lake and finally Vermilion, Kristina Martel and Myk Morris recently did the tour and came back wowed by what they experienced. “There’s so much beauty in Alberta,” Martel reflects. “Even in just a few days, …

Sweet 16 Awesome August Adventures and Super Summer Festivals

Rebecca Isbister2021 Roadtrip Adventures, Attractions, Campgrounds & RV Parks, Drink, Eat & Shop, East of Edmonton, Entertainment, Events, Indigenous Attraction, It's Time To Go, Itinerary, Museums, Northeast of Edmonton, Outdoor Adventures, Roadside Attraction, Roadtrip2021, Roadtrips, Shopping, Southeast of Edmonton, Summer Adventures

Are you making the most of the longer summer days? There’s plenty to see and do, so what are you waiting for? Take your pick and go on an adventure. 1 Super Summer of Events & Festivals  Our Summer Events Guide has everything to make the most out of your summer. The Events Calendar has more details, posters and schedules of the best Fairs, Festivals and Rodeos across the region. Check out 6 Must-Do Adventures Take a hike on the many Terrific Trails. Immerse your self in …

Cultural Explorations in Lac La Biche Provide a Rich Palette for Learning & Adventure

Jolene Kisilevich#TakeItToTheLake, 2021 Roadtrip Adventures, Camping, Fall Adventures, Glamping, Highway 55, Indigenous Attraction, International Flavours, Lac La Biche Region, Lakeland Region, Northeast of Edmonton, Parks & Trails, Roadtrips, Spring Adventures, Summer Adventures

Jeremy Derksen #TakeItToTheLake #NEAB Lac La Biche County, AB – As early morning sun begins to burn away the dew at Hideaway Adventure Grounds in Kikino Metis Settlement, Amy Stewart and Ali Cole emerge to a forest alive with wonder. The two friends spent the previous night in a trapper’s tent in the boreal forest, here on a journey of cultural and nature exploration. It’s one of several ways to get to know some of Alberta’s diverse heritage, in the …

#CampMetisCrossing and Discover Indigenous History

Jolene Kisilevich#TakeItToTheLake, 2021 Roadtrip Adventures, Attractions, Fall Adventures, Glamping, Highway 28, Indigenous Attraction, Interpretive Centre, Metis Crossing, North Saskatchewan River, Northeast of Edmonton, Roadtrips, Smoky Lake County, Summer Adventures

By Jeremy Derksen #TakeItToTheLake #NEAB Cindy Lazarenko and her daughters return to their tent flush with the excitement of new discovery. A camping experience at Métis Crossing will do that to just about anyone. There is a make-your-own adventure feel to camping here. Campers can delve into early frontier history and learn about the Métis people, learn archery, paddle like a voyageur, gather round a fire to hear Métis folk tales, or retire to their own space for some relaxing …