Biking in Vermilion cranks up the fun

Jolene Kisilevich#TakeItToTheLake, 2021 Roadtrip Adventures, Campgrounds & RV Parks, East of Edmonton, Fall Adventures, Highway 16, Outdoor Adventures, Parks & Trails, Roadtrips, Shopping, Summer Adventures, Vermilion, Vermilion River County

Last updated July 28, 2023 By Jeremy Derksen #TakeItToTheLake #NEAB Mist rises from the forest as Tomas Vidal, his brother Eddie and Eddie’s son Caleb fly past on their bikes, winding down the serpentine single track in Vermilion Provincial Park, just kitty corner to Vermilion, AB. With the Vidals as my guides, I am getting a taste for the trails that ignited the boys’ lifelong passion for biking. The park has been the boys’ playground since childhood. “I was born …

#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 …

October’s Best Shopping, Dining & Things to do!

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This month we are celebrating two of our favourite holidays, Thanksgiving & Halloween. Thanksgiving is a time to be with those you love, eat good food, decorate for Fall & Halloween, and we encourage you to check out some new or favourite places east of Edmonton. Have a safe and happy holiday! Great Places for a Fall Shopping Experience When you shop at a local store East of Edmonton, you will find it unique, uncrowded, safer, and a “real” shopping …

Swing into September

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  The leaves are changing, the days are getting cooler – head out and enjoy the short season of beautiful colours. There are plenty of ways for you to get out and enjoy September all over the region, with great outdoor activities and wonderful shopping & dining. Golfing You don’t have to go far to enjoy some of the best and uncrowded courses in the province. Whether you have a favourite or are looking to try somewhere new, the Go …

Super Camping and Glamping Adventures

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It’s summertime and you know what that means — there’s no better time to leave the city and head in search of some camping adventures. East of Edmonton is home to some great retreats, provincial parks, parkland spaces and RV campgrounds. Here are a few camping locations to check out East of Edmonton. Rest assured, you will find loads of space to park your RV and plenty of great outdoors to take in. An adventure awaits you! NORTHEAST of Edmonton …

How to Spend a Fun Weekend in Camrose & Camrose County

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Only one hour from Edmonton; Camrose is one of central Alberta’s best-kept secrets. Between the historic downtown’s boutiques and eateries, and recreational opportunities in and around the city, there’s plenty to do all weekend. And with a population of 18,000, Camrose has all the creature comforts you crave, but is close to nature so you can have the best of both worlds. Here’s how to spend a fun weekend in Camrose and Camrose County. Friday night For a five star …

It’s Epic, It’s Unforgettable…It’s time to Go to Cold Lake!

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An urban community in the midst of rural Alberta, Cold Lake is surrounded by the natural beauty of its clear blue waters, to the rugged forest backdrop in close proximity. Get away from it all and back to nature here in Cold Lake, with its small-town feel and city amenities. Read on for our tips on what to see and do in Cold Lake, the ‘hidden gem of Northeast Alberta’. Attractions Embracing its historical past and the future, Cold Lake …

Vegreville Pysanka

Explore Vegreville! Take in what’s happening this Summer & Fall…

Jolene Kisilevich2020 Daytrips & Getaways Campaign - It's Time to GO!, Attractions, Campgrounds & RV Parks, Drink, Eat & Shop, East of Edmonton, Events, Fall Adventures, Farms and Markets, Golfing, Highway 16, It's Time To Go, Minburn County, Outdoor Adventures, Parks & Trails, Roadtrips, Shopping, Summer Adventures, Vegreville, Visitor Information Centre

A rich history with many great shops and services makes Vegreville a welcoming stop to make some memories and have some fun! Read on for some exciting events and activities happening this summer and fall. Only an hour’s drive from Edmonton on Highway 16. Head outdoors! Take a roadtrip any time of the year to see the World’s Largest Pysanka (Ukrainian Easter Egg) just off Hwy 16A in Vegreville. Stop for a #selfie and explore your surroundings at the Vegreville …

Boating, Barbecuing and Chillin with Ice Cream in Athabasca County

Rebecca Isbister#TakeItToTheLake, Athabasca County, Boyle, Fall Adventures, Highway 55, Ice Cream, Northeast of Edmonton, Outdoor Adventures, Summer Adventures, Water Adventures

– Jeremy Derksen for #TakeItToTheLake Lake life has a certain glamour and luxury associated with it, making it seem unattainable to some. But there’s an easy formula for a fun day on the water in Athabasca County, even if you don’t have the lakeside cottage and all the toys. Have your boat chauffeured right to the lake Athabasca Boat Rentals makes it easy to enjoy the perks of the lake. All you need to do is show up with your …

Fine food, crafty cocktails and fun on the lake – it’s all in friendly Vermilion

Jolene Kisilevich#TakeItToTheLake, Breweries, Distilleries & Wineries, Coffee & Tea, Drink, Eat & Shop, East of Edmonton, Fall Adventures, Highway 16, Local Food, Outdoor Adventures, Parks & Trails, Spring Adventures, Summer Adventures, Vermilion, Vermilion River County, Water Adventures

– Jeremy Derksen for #TakeItToTheLake Here’s your invitation, and please share this with friends and family so they can come visit you this summer and/or for you to get out and renew yourself by getting close to the water; #TakeItToTheLake. Greg Smith is prepared for visitors: he has extra life jackets, paddles and watercraft for getting friends and family out on Vermilion Lake. On a sunset tour, he points out goshawks and beaver, and tells how he once found a …