What’s your summer adventure wishlist looking like? Regardless of whether you’re an avid camper, an off-road enthusiast or a fishing fanatic, we’ve got you covered with this sampling of some of the most unique outdoor spots East of Edmonton to adventure through. Let’s get into it! In Smoky Lake, you can expect to do plenty of horseback riding, biking and camping in and around its grounds. The Hanmore Lake Campground has lots to do thanks to its two camp spots …
Let’s Go… Super Summer Festivals
Summer festival season is upon us. No matter what you’re into, you can rest assured knowing you’ll get an entire summer’s worth of entertainment in every possible way. Let’s get into just what’s waiting for us East of Edmonton this summer! M.D. Bonnyville – Cold Lake Air Show – July 20 – 22 The Cold Lake Air Show is coming back this year! The air show will be paying homage to the 60th anniversary formation of NORAD, the historic pact …
Let’s Go Boot Scootin’ to the Lamont Summer Sizzler Rodeo
Kick your boots off just under an hour away from Edmonton for a sizzling good time at the Lamont Summer Sizzler Rodeo! Activities begin Friday night with the doors opening at 5:00 pm, the rodeo starts at 6:30 and then to cap off an already awesome night, enjoy an outdoor movie! The FREE Centennial movie will be Monsters Inc. Be sure to bring your own lawn chair and enjoy the summer nights! Enter the kids or enjoy watching others in …
Fantastic Father’s Day Fun East of Edmonton!
Father’s Day is just around the corner on June 17th and we want to help you plan to take dad out for something fun you will all enjoy. From fishing, golfing or taking in an exciting event in the region, or just hittin’ the road and going for a road trip. Whatever you decide on, we’ve got all the information you need to make it a great experience! Check out these fantastic Father’s Day events happening in our region below: …
Go East RTO Annual General Meeting
On Tuesday, May 1st Go East Regional Tourism Organization held its Annual General Meeting (AGM). This meeting was held at the Ramada Hotel in Wainwright, Alberta with 42 people in attendance for a very informative afternoon with a variety of speakers this year. Joining us with a presentation was Bodo Archaeology Society and Ribstone Creek Brewery, as well as a few words from Wainwright Stampede Association. This year Go East said farewell to one of its founding members Dave Humphries. …
Go East of Edmonton Wins Tourism Marketing Award!
We are very excited to announce that at the recent Growing Rural Tourism Conference in Camrose, Go East of Edmonton Regional Tourism was awarded the Rural Tourism Marketing Award. From 2017, and going into 2018, we are seeing great results in our marketing campaigns. Public demand and traffic is up for every marketing activity of Go East of Edmonton. “The travel guide is in such demand, (current distribution of 70,000 copies), that it runs out early; and by the end …
Best Ever Vegreville Gun & Accessory Show Celebrates 50th Year of Vegreville Wildlife Federation
Come one, come all, to the 16th Annual Gun & Accessory Show in Vegreville, hosted by the Vegreville Wildlife Federation (VWF). It’s more than firearms – with accessories, hunting gear and great ideas for the sportsmen. Happening this weekend! February 24 & 25, 2018 at the Vegreville Social Centre, 4802 – 47 Avenue, Vegreville Saturday 10 am – 5 pm, Sunday 10 am – 3 pm Admission is only $5/person. We are very excited to announce that this year’s event …
Go East of Edmonton Awarded Grant for Regional Tourism Development
Go East of Edmonton Regional Tourism Organization (RTO) is pleased and excited to announce that their Application to the CARES program through Alberta Economic Development and Trade has been approved for a Regional Tourism Development program. CARES is the Community and Regional Economic Support program to help with long term economic growth in Alberta. In fact, to date, Go East RTO is the first and only Tourism organization to receive this grant in Alberta. This speaks to their creative ability …
Elk Island National Park gets Magical in the Winter
Wintertime visits to Elk Island National Park provides a unique perspective on the Canadian wilderness. Trails feel brand new again and every animal that stayed behind for the winter feels all the more special for braving the cold with us. There’s nothing quite like catching a glimpse of wild bison roaming the white deep snowy plains, hooves trudging through the snow or stargazing on cold winter nights. Make no mistake about it; Elk Island gets magical in the winter. And …
Black Friday Shopping – East of Edmonton!
Tis the season for holiday cheer – the kind of cheer you get from scoring a great deal on something you’ve been looking for a while. The smart shoppers know the best opportunities, Black Friday and beyond, lay outside of the city limits, so what’s stopping you from heading east of Edmonton for some great retail opportunities? To help you out, we outlined some of the best sales and deals going on in some grade A shops you should check …