By: Lisa Roper Pictures by: Lisa Roper and Mat Weaver Crunch, crunch, crunch. My boots connect with the icy snow. It is a sound I have come to love in the stillness of the morning before the sun crests the horizon. Pulling my sleigh across the frozen lake with fishing gear in tow, I drill my first hole and drop a line into the ice-chilled depths of the water. My Kims Watermelon tube jig baited with a frozen chunk of …
By Jeremy Derksen Credit: Paul Lavoie / SnowSeekers BONNYVILLE, AB – In Bonnyville, folks like Mitch Sylvestre (of Sylvestre’s Source for Sports) have long been clearing their own cross-country ski trails and enjoying the solitude of a winter glide. But when Les and Sarah Parsons came to town, they saw a way to turn the solitary pursuit into a community building project. For Les, it was an extension of the mission he’s lived most of his life: growing the Alberta …
– Jeremy Derksen for SnowSeekers.ca Making the time to get outside together through the winter months isn’t always easy, but for the Engler family, that’s where Kinosoo Ridge comes in. The northern Alberta ski hill has seen significant upgrades in recent years, first with the summer adventure park and a revamped culinary experience, and then the addition of new winter offerings. With a new chairlift, readily available ski lessons, three terrain parks, snow tubing and pop-up night skiing, everything the …
We have our winners for the 2024 Go East of Edmonton Photo Contest! Thank you to everyone who participated and a BIG congratulations to all of the winners! The BEST of photos are awarded $100 and the runners up are award $50. Sponsored by The Marketer – publishers of the Go East of Edmonton Travel Guide and Go East Regional Tourism Organization. BEST SCENIC PHOTO – Quadding along the North Saskatchewan River in Two Hills County Photo by Miles …
Use this as your complete guide to areas Northeast of Edmonton on your 2024 Roadtrips! Don’t forget to post your photos on social media with the hashtags #GoRoadtrips2024 and #GoEastofEdmonton (Above photo by Carol Benitez at the St. Paul UFO Landing Pad) Highway 2 & 55 (Teal Section) Note: Hours to Sticker Stations are subject to change. Town of Gibbons Did you know that Gibbons was the first stop on the Athabasca Landing Trail? Visit the Gibbons Historic Museum, where …
The Roadtrip Adventure Game Has Returned! The amazing 2024 Roadtrip Adventure Game offers up a gameboard and the chance to collect stickers in 46 community locations across the region. This year it is easier to play and easier to win with over 10 different prize categories and the chance to Scan and Win a bonus prize at every Sticker Station.  New Prizes for 2024 include a special Only for Kids Prize Package and Repeat Gamer Prize packages if you have played before. …
Did you know that you can explore our beautiful region in an Electric Vehicle (EV)?  The range of new EVs have been extending in recent years, with some now having ranges of 640 km (400 miles) or more. If your EV doesn’t quite have that range, you’re still in luck, as there are over 20 areas with recharging stations in our region. Tips for an EV Roadtrip External battery packs, similar in size to a jerry can, allow you to …
We have our winners for the 2023 Go East of Edmonton Photo Contest! Thank you to everyone who participated and a BIG congratulations to all of the winners! The BEST of photos are awarded $100 and the #GoRoadtrips2023 awarded $50 sponsored by The Marketer – publishers of the Go East of Edmonton Travel Guide and Go East Regional Tourism Organization Best Event Photo — The exciting Kehewin Pow Wow by Sharon Taylor Photography BEST ATTRACTION PHOTO – Admiring the World’s …
Get into the Christmas spirit with exciting events and fantastic shopping ideas with Go East of Edmonton! ‘Tis the season with plenty of fun activities and shopping events in the region. Christmas is here, which means it’s that time to stock up on items your loved ones are looking for. We’re featuring just a few of the events in the region, but you can access many more in our events calendar. You can also find some of the wonderful stores and unique boutiques …
With more warm weather in the forecast for September, there’s still time to keep the summer fun alive throughout the region! Whether you take part in the fantastic options for outdoor activities, or enjoy shopping and dining experiences in various communities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Check out the extended summer trip ideas below. Trip Ideas 1-7: Popular Destinations Our Summer Events Guide has everything to make the most out of your summer. The Events Calendar has more details, posters and …