Alberta Private Campgrounds are allowed to remain open. How to use Parks and Trails SAFELY during COVID-19

Jolene KisilevichAnnouncement, Beaver County, Campgrounds & RV Parks, Camping, Camrose County, East of Edmonton, Fall Adventures, Flagstaff County, Glamping, Highway 13, Highway 14, Highway 15, Highway 16, Highway 28, Highway 29, Highway 45, Highway 55, Lac La Biche Region, Lamont County, MD of Bonnyville, Minburn County, Northeast of Edmonton, Seasonal Campground, Smoky Lake County, Southeast of Edmonton, Spring Adventures, St. Paul County, Summer Adventures, Thorhild County, Two Hills County, Vermilion River County

New 2021 AHS Camping Guidelines released! Click here to see the updated Guidelines published April 29, 2021 For all 2021 Sector Guidelines click here https://www.alberta.ca/guidance-documents.aspx ************************************************************************* June 15, 2020 Update: Alberta Government Guidance for Private and Municipal Campgrounds The purpose of this article is for educational purposes to educate our audience, and you the general public about the recent updates regarding the upcoming camping season. While the guidelines here are in place for Alberta, this update is specific for Campgrounds …

Highway 13 Road Trip – Trains Planes and Antique Automobiles!

Jolene KisilevichBreweries, Distilleries & Wineries, Camping, Camrose, Camrose County, Daysland, Flagstaff County, Forestburg, Golfing, Hardisty, Highway 13, Killam, Lougheed, Museums, Provost, Restaurants, Roadtrips, Sedgewick, Shopping, Southeast of Edmonton, Train Excursion, Wetaskiwin

If you are starting from Edmonton, Wetaskiwin is just a quick hour south along HWY 2. There is a familiar radio jingle, “Cars cost less in Wetaskiwin!” but it’s the cars from history that are at the first stop on your road trip—the world class Reynolds-Alberta Museum. The Reynold’s Alberta Museum is one of North America’s premier destinations for antique cars and machinery from Alberta’s history. Visit this international award-winning museum and learn how machinery has shaped and changed Alberta …

Find the Perfect Gift on the Santa Trail!

Jolene KisilevichBeaver County, Camrose County, Drink, Eat & Shop, Entertainment, Events, Flagstaff County, Gifts, Highway 13, Highway 14, Local Food, Restaurants, Shopping, Southeast of Edmonton, Wainwright Leave a Comment

As the Christmas Season is upon us, our friends over at BRAED (Battle River Alliance for Economic Development) is promoting Christmas markets and retailers in their region. Starting November 16 for five weeks, we will highlight some of BRAED’s area markets, retailers, makers and restaurants. They’ve designed each trail to provide an experience of shopping for the perfect gift this Christmas season and also included coffee shops and restaurants so you can enjoy a snack or a meal along the …

ALBERTA OPEN FARM DAYS – August 17 & 18, 2019!

Trevor TessierCamrose County, Events, Highway 13, Highway 28, Lac La Biche Region, Northeast of Edmonton, Smoky Lake County, Southeast of Edmonton, St. Paul County Leave a Comment

Have you ever wanted to learn how your food gets to the grocery stores or markets before it gets on your table? Then you might want to mark your calendar for August 17th and 18th because you are not going to want to miss Alberta Open Farm Days! This two-day event is all about Alberta farmers inviting you to learn about the growing and farming process by stepping foot right on the farms. Listen to unique stories, witness demonstrations, and …

Let’s Go Sippin’ East of Edmonton Summer 2019

Trevor Tessier2019 Let's Go Summer Campaign, Beaver County, Beverage Trails, Breweries, Distilleries & Wineries, Camrose, Drink, Drink, Eat & Shop, East of Edmonton, Edgerton, Fort Saskatchewan, Highway 13, Highway 14, Highway 15, Southeast of Edmonton, Strathcona County, Viking Leave a Comment

As we round off the final month of summer, you’re going to want to soak up those last few days in the sun! Why not bring happy hour to your own backyard? With beer, wine, and spirits from some of these great distilleries, breweries, and wineries East of Edmonton, you can enjoy fresh tastes made with local ingredients and specialty recipes. And we know what you’re thinking – yes, there are tastings and wine tours! Check out our list of …

Must See Attractions on Roadtrips East of Edmonton

Trevor Tessier2019 Let's Go Summer Campaign, Attractions, Bonnyville, Cold Lake, Elk Island National Park, Fort Saskatchewan, Highway 13, Highway 14, Highway 15, Highway 16, Highway 28, Highway 29, Highway 45, Historic Site, Lac La Biche Region, Lamont County, MD of Bonnyville, Museums, Northeast of Edmonton, Redwater, Smoky Lake County, St. Paul, Thorhild County, Vegreville, Viking, Wetaskiwin Leave a Comment

Fancy taking a road trip through time? We put together a list of some of the coolest museums and heritage areas East of Edmonton you can visit if you’re fiending some local knowledge and cool facts. Pack your things, jump in the car and let’s go – east! HWY 13 Wetaskiwin – If you consider yourself to be a bit of a motor head, or just want to learn about the world of machines, head to the Reynolds-Alberta Museum. This …

Magnificent Mother’s Day

Jolene KisilevichAntique Tour, Beaver County, Boutiques, Camrose, Camrose County, Cold Lake, East of Edmonton, Fashions, Flagstaff County, Fort Saskatchewan, Gifts, Highway 13, Highway 14, Highway 15, Highway 16, Highway 28, Irma, Killam, Lakeland Region, Marwayne, MD of Bonnyville, Northeast of Edmonton, Shopping, Southeast of Edmonton, Thorhild County, Vermilion, Vermilion River County, Viking Leave a Comment

If you’re looking for an adventure this Mother’s Day, a shopping excursion and sightseeing trip along one of five scenic highways east of Edmonton will surely make Mom’s day. How about pampering her this weekend with jewelry, clothes, flowers, or that unique gift you’ll only find on a visit to one of these retailers east of Edmonton. Highway 28 North of the city, on a drive down Highway 28, you’ll find a little bit of everything at Nook in the …

A Grateful Good Time with Go East of Edmonton

Jolene KisilevichCamrose, Camrose County, Daysland, Drink, Eat & Shop, East of Edmonton, Farms and Markets, Flagstaff County, Highway 13, Highway 14, Highway 15, Highway 16, Highway 28, Lloydminster, Local Food, Mundare, Northeast of Edmonton, Shopping, Southeast of Edmonton, Strathcona County, Thorhild County, Vermilion River County, Wainwright

Fall has officially arrived! Meaning SO many great things here at Go East of Edmonton! Like Thanksgiving, Smoky Lake Pumpkin Festival, Craft Markets, Andrew Garlic Festival and the beauty of a new season beginning! As well as ideas about where to purchase great Thanksgiving dinner necessities. Go East of Edmonton is your source for everything to see and do throughout the East Central Alberta region. On October 8th we will be celebrating one of our favorite holidays, Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving is …

Let’s Go Indoors… to Shop East of Edmonton!

Jolene Kisilevich2018 Let's Go Summer Campaign, Antique Tour, Bonnyville, Cold Lake, East of Edmonton, Flagstaff County, Gifts, Highway 13, Highway 14, Highway 15, Highway 16, Highway 28, Killam, Lamont County, MD of Bonnyville, Minburn County, Mundare, Northeast of Edmonton, Redwater, Sherwood Park, Shopping, Smoky Lake County, Strathcona County, Thorhild County, Vegreville

Get your bags and wallet ready, it’s time to Go East of Edmonton in search of adventure – a shopping adventure that is! Below, we outline some of the great boutique shopping options available for city dwellers and urban adventurers. Whether you’re looking for crafts, vintage surprises or one-of-a-kind pieces, you’ll be sure to find them just East of Edmonton… Let’s Go! Antiquing Start your antique tour with the Den of Antiquity. This Redwater treasure specializes in unique home decor …

Let’s Go Support Local Food

Jolene Kisilevich2018 Let's Go Summer Campaign, Bonnyville, Camrose County, East of Edmonton, Edgerton, Farms and Markets, Highway 13, Highway 14, Highway 28, Local Food, MD of Bonnyville, Northeast of Edmonton, Round Hill, Smoky Lake County, Strathcona County, Thorhild County, Uncategorized

Pull up your socks and get ready for a tasty ride! Foodie fans are in for a delight; this week marks the first ever Alberta Local Food Week, meant to celebrate our local producers and get Albertans to think harder about how and where our great food is made. In the spirit of Alberta Local Food Week, we highlighted our favourite local producers and farms in the Go East Region. Hope you’re not too hungry after reading this! Local Producers …