All Strathcona County

Less than 35 minutes east of Edmonton lies a year-round oasis where bison roam freely, sun glistens off lakes and ponds, and stars light-up the night sky: Elk Island National Park. This gentle wilderness of aspen woodlands, prairie meadows and pockets of wetland is a wildlife-watchers paradise; free roaming bison, elk, deer, moose, and more than 250 bird species call Read more...

Strathcona’s most spectacular course! Why Go? The Broadmoor is an 18 hole public golf course located in the heart of Sherwood Park. The newly renovated clubhouse makes the Broadmoor the ideal location for tournaments and banquets.  They have a proshop offering an extensive selection of products and services where quality and guest service are their first priority.  The clubhouse serves Read more...

The mission is to establish long term partnerships with other community organizations and agencies that have a similar mission and are striving towards the same goals. To encourage improvement in the quality of life in the agricultural community by developing programs, events, services and facilities based on the needs of the community whether it be rural or urban residents. To Read more...

All Farmers Markets and Community Markets across the region in 2023. Click for Featured Farmers Markets Farmers Markets are listed below by Region, Highway and Location Northeast of Edmonton Highway 2 & 55 Athabasca Farmers’ Market- Saturdays – 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM  Feb 11, 2023 – Apr 15, 2023 Every 2nd Week Held at the Multiplex, 2 University Dr.  Read more...

Snowshoeing at the Strathcona Wilderness Centre   Snowshoe and cross-country ski rentals are available to try out a new sport this winter. You can even check the live trail cameras before going to see how the conditions are!  https://www.strathcona.ca/recreation-events/activities/cross-country-skiing-snowshoeing/   Cross-country skiing at Broadmoor Golf Course  Cross-country ski in the heart of Sherwood Park at the Broadmoor Golf Course. Different groomed loops are available with Read more...

Your Four Season Outdoor Adventure Centre Why Go? Are you looking for a place to go tent camping, use a lodge facility, book a group program or a birthday party? You will find that the Strathcona Wilderness Centre will serve you well for all these needs. Additionally, regular outdoor recreation programs and school programs are available. Check the website for Read more...

The Beaver Hills Biosphere – living and working in harmony with nature to inspire a positive future. A Remarkable Place A distinct landscape, the Beaver Hills was designated a UNESCO Biosphere in March, 2016. Just 20 minutes east of Edmonton, Alberta, the Beaver Hills Biosphere is an important area of biodiversity conservation. One of only two UNESCO biospheres in Alberta, Read more...

Hand Crafted, Sustainably Farmed Alberta Cottage Winery Why Go? Barr Estate Winery is Strathcona County’s only Alberta Cottage Winery. Owned and operated by Rick and Amy Barr, Barr Estate Winery produces fruit wines from fruit grown organically right on the farm. The two staple wines are The Other Red (a raspberry wine) and The Barb (a rhubarb wine). Wondering where Read more...

Where History Comes Alive! Why Go? The region is home to Canada’s premier Ukrainian cultural attraction, Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village. The history of Ukrainians in Alberta stretches back 130 years, when the first Ukrainians to Canada settled in the Edna-Star region (north of Lamont). The story of early Ukrainian settlement and culture is brought to life at the Ukrainian Cultural Read more...

Why Go? A family run greenhouse business with over 40 years growing experience.  Their friendly and knowledgeable staff are there to assist you with all of your gardening needs. Whether planning a new yard or garden or just picking out your bedding plants, a visit to Hastings Lake Gardens is a must. Their greenhouses cover 16000 sq. feet and are Read more...