By Jeremy Derksen / SnowSeekers.ca Lac La Biche, AB – Snowmobiling through willow stands and old birch along Tom’s Trail (one of a handful of locally known cut trails), Heather Maekelburger wraps her arms around David Schultz and leans in, while he navigates the hairpin turns. Soon the trail opens out onto a bay of Lac La Biche and they both grin as Schultz opens it up, the engine growling to life as they skim across the bay. As they …
A big THANK YOU to everyone who participated in our Photo Contest this year! We received some amazing photos that beautifully showcases the Go East of Edmonton Region! New this year — all photos that were tagged with #goroadtrips2021 were automatically entered while playing the 2021 Go East of Edmonton Roadtrip Adventure Game. BEST Roadtrip Adventure Photos #goroadtrips2021 Photo 1. Kids having fun at Minnie Lake, M.D. of Bonnyville. Photo by Erin Murphy – $100 Cash Prize Photo 2. Visiting …
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 …
Last updated January 30, 2024 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 …
Last updated January 30, 2024 By Jeremy Derksen Credit: Paul Lavoie / SnowSeekers Vermilion, AB – Outside of Canmore, few places are as connected to Alberta’s Nordic scene as Vermilion. When she first moved to Vermilion 30 years ago, Caroline McAuley was looking for something to do in winter, so she picked up Nordic skiing. She took her first lessons with Walter Scott (father of Beckie Scott). “I needed an unstructured sport in the winter you could just go do,” …
Last updated January 23, 2024 It is absolutely amazing that Métis Crossing is being listed as one of the best places to visit – not in only Alberta or in Canada… but in the world! As the top Indigenous Tourism attraction in the Go East of Edmonton region, Métis Crossing has grown to into a world class experience showcasing Métis culture and history. The contributions of the Métis People in our region are abundant and Métis Crossing seeks to showcase …
As the Christmas season is upon us, we made a shopping guide to help you find the perfect gifts. Highlighting some of the region’s retailers, antique shops, and quilt shops. We’ve designed three shopping trails to provide an enjoyable experience of shopping for the perfect gift this Christmas season. Pick one of our shopping trails – Northeast of Edmonton, East of Edmonton, or Southeast of Edmonton – and start your search for the perfect gift! Look for unique gift ideas from …
The Roadtrip Savings Passport is ready so you can start planning your adventures! When you Go Northeast, East and Southeast of Edmonton; you’ll find great savings in every part of our region! It’s FREE to sign up and the more locations you visit…the more deals, discounts and prizes you can win! Go on a Roadtrip Adventure. Eat, Drink, Shop and Save. Get Roadtrip Rewards. Unlock these prizes when you check-in at with your pass on your phone: • Check into 5 local businesses and you …
CONGRATULATIONS to all of our WINNERS in the 2021 Go East of Edmonton Roadtrip Adventure Game! $100 Prize (Gift Cards / Certificates) Northeast Lucky 7 Prize — Judy and Tracy Wasylishen, Vermilion East Lucky 7 Prize — Reece Donovan, Edmonton Southeast Lucky 7 Prize — Gayle Plican, Edmonton $50 Prize (Gift Card / Certificate) Monthly Social Media Bonus Prize — Linda Pedley, Sherwood Park Monthly Social Media Bonus Prize — Maryia Talkachova, Lamont Monthly Social Media Bonus Prize — Robert …
The natural areas surrounding Camrose are not the typical flat, prairie farmland that normally comes to mind with rural Alberta. This portion of Alberta rises and falls over gorgeous green hills that almost call out to golfers. The many golf courses in and around Camrose are all highly rated and reviewed as not only fun to play on but also easy on the eyes. If golf is your escape, then you’ll be happy to know you can plan an overnight …