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Alberta Parks - Pigeon Lake Provincial Park Provincial Park near Wetaskiwin, Alberta.

❄️ Can’t wait for ski season? Neither can we. Early season passes for Frozen Thunder at Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial...
10/01/2026

❄️ Can’t wait for ski season? Neither can we.

Early season passes for Frozen Thunder at Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park are now on sale at Shop.AlbertaParks.ca.

Frozen Thunder is a 4 km early-season ski trail that allows cross-country and biathlon athletes to start training as early as October.

How do we make snow appear before winter? Snow from the previous winter is stored under a protective layer of sawdust. When fall arrives, it’s uncovered and spread along the trail to create Frozen Thunder.

Learn more at https://albertaparks.ca/parks/kananaskis/canmore-nordic-centre-pp/activities/cross-country-skiing/

10/01/2026

We interrupt your doom scrolling with the crackle of a campfire, the quiet of the evening and a reminder that parks can be places to rest, reset and simply be for a while.

Today, National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we invite you to wear an orange shirt and join us in honouring residen...
09/30/2026

Today, National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we invite you to wear an orange shirt and join us in honouring residential school survivors, their families and the children who never returned home.

We recognize First Nations have lived in and cared for these lands for generations. Métis people have also shaped these lands and Alberta. We are grateful for the traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who are still with us today and those who have gone before us.

Today can be a difficult time for those impacted by residential schools. The National Residential Schools Support Line is available 24/7 and provides immediate emotional support and crisis referral services for survivors and their families.

📍Sir Winston Churchill Provincial Park

As the days grow shorter, trees begin preparing for winter, and shades of gold take centre stage throughout the province...
09/29/2026

As the days grow shorter, trees begin preparing for winter, and shades of gold take centre stage throughout the province. It might look like magic, but there’s some interesting science happening behind the scenes.

Trees respond to seasonal changes in the length of daylight, known as the photoperiod.

As daylight hours decrease and temperatures cool, trees begin breaking down chlorophyll - the green pigment that helps leaves capture sunlight for photosynthesis.

As that chlorophyll disappears, it reveals the yellow and orange pigments that were there all along.

Of course, if you’d rather believe it’s magic, we won’t stop you. ✨

Go see the fall colours for yourself and find inspiration for your next adventure at AlbertaParks.ca/FallHiking.

Our Kananaskis Mountain Rescue team has been very busy this year with July and August as the busiest months for our res...
09/29/2026

Our Kananaskis Mountain Rescue team has been very busy this year with July and August as the busiest months for our rescue crew.

The best rescue is the one you’ll never need, and there are many things you can do to stay safe on your adventures:

❗Know your limits. Turn around if conditions are harder than expected.
❗Know before you go. Have a plan, review weather, trail conditions and advisories.
❗ Tell someone your plan. Share your route and expected return time.
❗ Pack for the unexpected. Bring layers, water, food, a headlamp and first aid supplies.
❗ Respect mountain water. It is incredibly cold, rarely rising above 10 degrees Celsius - wear a life jacket and use extra caution.
❗ Read up on outdoor safety at AlbertaParks.ca/OutdoorSafety.

🌳Did you know that more than 60% of Alberta is covered in forests?Today we celebrate , a time to recognize the amazing ...
09/25/2026

🌳Did you know that more than 60% of Alberta is covered in forests?

Today we celebrate , a time to recognize the amazing forests right here in Alberta.

From the vast boreal forests to the windswept subalpine trees to the cottonwoods along prairie rivers, forests play many important roles in our parks. Forests are the backdrop to our outdoor adventures, home to a diverse range of plants and animals, and an endless source of beauty and inspiration.

September means golden larch season in the mountains! Between busy trails, beautiful trees, and wildlife filling up on t...
09/25/2026

September means golden larch season in the mountains! Between busy trails, beautiful trees, and wildlife filling up on their favourite foods, we're sure you’ve heard some interesting things out there!

Learn more about preparing for golden larch season at AlbertaParks.ca/FallHiking

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09/24/2026

Short but sweet – Alberta offers a truly stunning autumn for those willing to get out and experience it.

Looking to explore the outdoors this fall? Remember these seasonal tips:
🍁 Check sunset times before your head out. Don’t get caught in the dark and pack a headlamp just in case.
🍁 Check AlbertaParks.ca for advisories and trial reports before heading out.
🍁 Dress for the weather and bring layers. Fall weather can change unexpectedly.
🍁 Wildlife are extra active this time of year. Give them lots of space and stay alert.

Check out recommended hikes at AlbertaParks.ca/FallHiking

Golden eagles incoming! Help the Rocky Mountain Eagle Research Foundation with their annual Fall Migration Count daily o...
09/23/2026

Golden eagles incoming! Help the Rocky Mountain Eagle Research Foundation with their annual Fall Migration Count daily outside Kananaskis Village at their Hay Meadow Site from September 20 to November 15.

For more details check out https://eaglewatch.ca/2025-fall-count/

09/22/2026

Have you been to William A. Switzer Provincial Park yet? tells us why it should be your next stop!

The park offers year-round camping at Gregg Lake, Graveyard Lake, and Jarvis Lake, all available on a first-come, first-served basis through the winter.

Learn more at: https://www.albertaparks.ca/parks/central/william-a-switzer-pp/

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Township Road 470 & Range Road 15A
Wetaskiwin, AB
T0C2C0

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780-586-2644

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