Edson and Area Visitor Guide
The next 52 pages will tell you almost everything you need to know about Edson and surrounding Yellowhead County, but you won’t really know this area until you experience it firsthand. Use this publication as a guide to discover the multitude of family-friendly events and facilities in the area. You’ll see photos of awe-inspiring County landscapes, read about Canada’s largest Slo-Pitch Tournament, learn about a past full of pioneers and explorers, and be inspired to hike, bike, ski and play in Edson’s backyard.
The next 52 pages will tell you almost everything you need to know about Edson and surrounding Yellowhead County, but you won’t really know this area until you experience it firsthand. Use this publication as a guide to discover the multitude of family-friendly events and facilities in the area. You’ll see photos of awe-inspiring County landscapes, read about Canada’s largest Slo-Pitch Tournament, learn about a past full of pioneers and explorers, and be inspired to hike, bike, ski and play in Edson’s backyard.
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EDSON & AREA<br />
VISITOR GUIDE<br />
The Heart of the Yellowhead<br />
2015/2016
Make it a<br />
Destination<br />
The Kinsmen Spray Park <strong>and</strong> the museum & travel centre are only two<br />
of the many attractions & amenities in <strong>Edson</strong>.<br />
The 24 diamond ball park, indoor swimming pool, two full size<br />
arenas, 18-hole golf course, skateboard park, tennis courts <strong>and</strong><br />
kilometres of beautiful hiking trails keep residents <strong>and</strong> visitors active.<br />
www.edson.ca
INSIDE<br />
Heart of the Yellowhead............2<br />
Discover <strong>Edson</strong> & <strong>Area</strong>...............3<br />
The Early Years..............................4<br />
Galloway Station Museum<br />
& Travel Centre............................5<br />
12 Great Places Around <strong>Edson</strong>.7<br />
What’s Happening in <strong>Edson</strong>.......8<br />
Eddie’s Big Run.............................10<br />
Rotary Sundays in the Park.........11<br />
Sidewalk Jamboree.....................12<br />
Moving to the <strong>Area</strong>?...................13<br />
Celebrating the Arts....................14<br />
Culture Days.................................15<br />
Sports..............................................17<br />
Dining Out.....................................18<br />
Kinmen Spray Park.......................20<br />
Kin Slo-Pitch..................................21<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> Golf..................................21<br />
Accommodations..................22<br />
Map of <strong>Edson</strong>......................24<br />
Red Brick Arts Centre...................26<br />
Community Spaces.....................27<br />
<strong>Area</strong> Rodeos.................................28<br />
Hillbilly Demolition Derby<br />
& Mudbog.....................................29<br />
Shopping in <strong>Edson</strong>.......................30<br />
Map of Yellowhead County......32<br />
Message from Mayor<br />
of Yellowhead County................33<br />
Fishing.............................................34<br />
Camping <strong>Guide</strong>...........................36<br />
ATVing............................................38<br />
Gold Dust Daze............................39<br />
Geocaching.................................39<br />
Parks...............................................40<br />
Unique Sites...................................42<br />
Willmore Park................................45<br />
Winter Wonderl<strong>and</strong>.....................46<br />
Industry...........................................48<br />
Photo by Madison Sharman<br />
www.ruralrenditions.com<br />
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The 2015 <strong>Edson</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Area</strong> <strong>Visitor</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> is a publication of the <strong>Edson</strong> & District Historical Society who holds sole copyright. No part of this<br />
publication may be produced without the permission of the publishers. You have a business or event that is not listed or for additional<br />
copies of this guide, please contact the Galloway Station Museum & Travel Centre at 780-723-5696.<br />
Cover photograph by Julian Buchwald. (http://docphoto.zenfolio.com) or visit www.edsonphotographyclub.com.<br />
www.gallowaystationmuseum.com<br />
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FROM THE MAYOR<br />
Welcome to <strong>Edson</strong>!<br />
Please take the time to experience all of the great cultural, recreational, <strong>and</strong> business<br />
opportunities we have to offer.<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> is a great stop for families with our amazing Kinsmen Park that features a top<br />
notch spray park, playground area, fire pits, washroom facilities <strong>and</strong> outdoor exercise<br />
equipment.<br />
If you enjoy music, you can take in the Rotary Sundays in the Park performances. On<br />
select Sundays throughout the summer there will be local musicians, family games,<br />
<strong>and</strong> great food served up at Centennial Park for our summer concert series. Family<br />
fun at its finest!<br />
Experience history with a visit to the Galloway Station Museum <strong>and</strong> Travel Centre<br />
located in the beautiful Centennial Park. It’s the perfect place to learn more about<br />
<strong>Edson</strong>’s origin <strong>and</strong> to gather information about everything this region has to offer.<br />
There are also some great opportunities for the outdoor enthusiast. Check out our<br />
great ski trail system, head out snowmobiling, play a round of golf on our beautiful 18 hole course,<br />
or explore our local hiking/walking trails.<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> is also world famous for our passion for Slo-Pitch. Vision Park has 24 regulation ball diamonds <strong>and</strong> is host to the <strong>Edson</strong><br />
Kinsmen Slo-Pitch Tournament with around 272 teams participating on August long weekend each year!<br />
If you’re looking to start up a business, <strong>Edson</strong> is a great location for that as well. The Town is proud to work with our local<br />
Chamber of Commerce <strong>and</strong> other local business groups to ensure that our business community is provided with the best<br />
environment in order to promote growth <strong>and</strong> success. Our business district has been very successful <strong>and</strong> we look forward to<br />
continuing to encourage that growth.<br />
So whether you’re looking to relocate to our community, set up a new business, or just visit, <strong>Edson</strong> is a place you can do it all!<br />
HEART OF THE YELLOWHEAD<br />
Mayor Greg Pasychny<br />
The next 48 pages will tell you almost everything you need to know about <strong>Edson</strong> <strong>and</strong> surrounding Yellowhead County, but you<br />
won’t really know this area until you experience it firsth<strong>and</strong>.<br />
Use this publication as a guide to discover the multitude of family-friendly events <strong>and</strong> facilities in the area.<br />
You’ll see photos of awe-inspiring County l<strong>and</strong>scapes, read about Canada’s largest Slo-Pitch Tournament, learn about a past<br />
full of pioneers <strong>and</strong> explorers, <strong>and</strong> be inspired to hike, bike, ski <strong>and</strong> play in <strong>Edson</strong>’s backyard.<br />
2 www.gallowaystationmuseum.com<br />
Photo by A.J. Simmons<br />
www.ajsimmonsphoto.com
DISCOVER EDSON<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> is a thriving community in the heart of Yellowhead<br />
County that has much to offer residents <strong>and</strong> visitors alike.<br />
Located almost exactly between the world-class<br />
destinations of Jasper National Park <strong>and</strong> the City of<br />
Edmonton, <strong>Edson</strong> is a natural, <strong>and</strong> welcome, stopping<br />
point for travellers <strong>and</strong> a retail destination for many<br />
surrounding communities.<br />
The Town of <strong>Edson</strong> (population 8,646) is located in the<br />
McLeod River Valley, immediately east of the Canadian<br />
Rockies foothills at an elevation of 925 m (3035 ft) —<br />
near the center of Yellowhead County.<br />
High Level<br />
EDSON TO:<br />
Hinton 88 km<br />
Whitecourt 105 km<br />
Jasper 162 km<br />
Edmonton 202 km<br />
Gr<strong>and</strong>e Cache 233 km<br />
Gr<strong>and</strong>e Prairie 382 km<br />
Banff 452 km<br />
Calgary 495 km<br />
Fort McMurray 632 km<br />
Fort McMurray<br />
63<br />
The surrounding l<strong>and</strong>scape consists of primarily boreal<br />
forest with s<strong>and</strong> hills <strong>and</strong> muskeg (low-lying bog).<br />
Wildlife native to the area include bear, moose, deer,<br />
wolf, fox, rabbit <strong>and</strong> a wide variety of avian <strong>and</strong><br />
aquatic life.<br />
Twinned Highway 16 (the Yellowhead Highway) runs<br />
through <strong>Edson</strong> from east to west. The highest point on<br />
the Yellowhead — Obed — is between <strong>Edson</strong> <strong>and</strong><br />
Hinton <strong>and</strong> has an elevation of 1163.9 m (3818.88 ft).<br />
The historic Coal Branch can be reached from <strong>Edson</strong><br />
via Highway 47 to the south <strong>and</strong> Highway 32 connects<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> <strong>and</strong> Whitecourt to the north.<br />
Gr<strong>and</strong>e<br />
Prairie<br />
Gr<strong>and</strong>e<br />
Cache<br />
40<br />
40<br />
43<br />
Hinton<br />
Jasper<br />
High<br />
Prairie<br />
Whitecourt<br />
93<br />
11<br />
16<br />
33<br />
43<br />
EDSON<br />
Slave Lake<br />
Athabasca<br />
22<br />
20<br />
2<br />
63<br />
Edmonton<br />
Red Deer<br />
16<br />
Lake Louise<br />
Banff<br />
1<br />
Calgary<br />
Brooks<br />
1<br />
2<br />
Lethbridge<br />
5<br />
3<br />
Medicine<br />
Hat<br />
www.gallowaystationmuseum.com<br />
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THE EARLY YEARS<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> was born of the railway, during the height of<br />
transcontinental rail construction heading toward BC.<br />
The Gr<strong>and</strong> Trunk Pacific Railway (GTP) was ferrying<br />
hundreds of railway workers west <strong>and</strong>, initially, it<br />
looked as if Wolf Creek would be the established<br />
divisional point. However, Wolf Creek fell victim to real<br />
estate speculators <strong>and</strong> the GTP refused to pay the<br />
overinflated prices. Instead, they moved the divisional<br />
point eight miles west, to the home of modern day<br />
<strong>Edson</strong>.<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> received its first passenger train on August<br />
10,1910 <strong>and</strong> in 1911, the people of <strong>Edson</strong> placed a<br />
request to the Post Master General to have the post<br />
office renamed from Heatherwood — a name it had<br />
carried for about a year — to <strong>Edson</strong>, in honour of <strong>Edson</strong><br />
J. Chamberlain, the then general manager of the<br />
Gr<strong>and</strong> Trunk Pacific Rail.<br />
On September 21, 1911, <strong>Edson</strong> was officially<br />
incorporated as a town <strong>and</strong> by 1912, the population<br />
had nearly tripled to a staggering 1,233 people <strong>and</strong> 32<br />
local businesses.<br />
In the spring of 1913, a fire claimed the wholesale<br />
liquor store building <strong>and</strong> another fire consumed the<br />
Old <strong>Edson</strong> Hall. It was a night of destruction that<br />
demolished much of <strong>Edson</strong>’s ‘red light’ district. That fire<br />
<strong>and</strong> a later riot would prompt the hiring of the Royal<br />
North West Mounted Police to patrol the streets <strong>and</strong><br />
bring order back to the community.<br />
With law <strong>and</strong> order in place, families came to settle<br />
the area, encouraged that they would be safe <strong>and</strong><br />
protected from the lawlessness following the rail<br />
construction.<br />
By 1920, the town had power, water, sewer systems<br />
<strong>and</strong> a telephone switch board. Soon, there was a<br />
dentist, long distance service <strong>and</strong> improvements made<br />
to the postal service, along with better roadways<br />
in <strong>and</strong> out of <strong>Edson</strong>. These economic foundations<br />
stayed strong throughout <strong>Edson</strong>’s history <strong>and</strong> were<br />
augmented by an extended forestry industry, trap lines,<br />
oil <strong>and</strong> gas development, coal developments to the<br />
south, <strong>and</strong> dynamic small businesses<br />
that continue to flourish in <strong>Edson</strong>.<br />
For all its prosperity, however, <strong>Edson</strong> also became<br />
a hotbed for unlawful activities that followed many<br />
frontier towns.<br />
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Galloway Station Museum<br />
& Travel Centre<br />
The perfect halfway stop<br />
between Edmonton <strong>and</strong> Jasper<br />
Our Travel Centre provides plenty of information for the curious<br />
traveller, has knowledgeable staff, an Internet Kiosk, free Wi-Fi,<br />
a coffee bar <strong>and</strong> a gift shop featuring unique local art.<br />
Open year round!<br />
Summer<br />
Hours:<br />
Open 7 days a week<br />
from 9 am to 7 pm<br />
(May long weekend to<br />
September long weekend)<br />
Fall/Winter<br />
Hours:<br />
10 am to 5 pm<br />
Monday to<br />
Saturday<br />
The Galloway Station Museum<br />
More than 100 years ago idealistic pioneers of all descriptions —<br />
from bootleggers, trappers, miners & tie hackers, to railroaders <strong>and</strong><br />
businessmen carved a home in <strong>Edson</strong> out of what was little more than a<br />
firm place in the muskeg.<br />
The Galloway offers a tantalizing glimpse into our region’s<br />
natural world <strong>and</strong> the pioneer life.<br />
Galloway Station<br />
Museum & Travel Centre<br />
223 - 55th Street <strong>Edson</strong><br />
www.gallowaystationmuseum.com<br />
780.723.5696<br />
An ideal place to take<br />
a break, stretch your<br />
legs & relax for a few<br />
moments ...<br />
or a few hours.<br />
www.gallowaystationmuseum.com<br />
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• FRESH Cut Fruits <strong>and</strong> Vegetables Sliced Fresh Daily<br />
• Premium LIVE Lobster Fresh from Nova Scotia<br />
• FRESH <strong>and</strong> Convenient Gourmet Minute Meals<br />
• In-store made Deli Pizzas – Ready to take <strong>and</strong> bake<br />
• Choose from over 150 Gourmet Deli Cheeses<br />
• Excellent selection of gluten free goods<br />
Fresh finds at<br />
Great people, FRESH shopping experience.<br />
Sobeys <strong>Edson</strong> • 303 – 54 Street, <strong>Edson</strong>, AB • 780-723-3753 • 8 a.m - 8 p.m. 7 Days A Week<br />
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Photo by Julian Buchwald<br />
docphoto.zenfolio.com<br />
12 GREAT PLACES<br />
AROUND EDSON<br />
Centennial Park<br />
Home of a T33 jet, water fountain, CN Caboose,<br />
Eddie the Squirrel & the Museum, the <strong>Edson</strong> &<br />
District Chamber of Commerce <strong>and</strong> the pavilion.<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> Golf Club<br />
Located at the <strong>Edson</strong> & District Recreation<br />
Complex. Semi-private 18-hole course is on the<br />
east edge of <strong>Edson</strong>.<br />
3905B Golf Course Road <strong>Edson</strong> 780-723-3311<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> Kin Spray Park<br />
Open late May to early September. Fun for the<br />
whole family!<br />
10 am to 8 pm — 7 days a week!<br />
Kinsmen Park, south of the Public Library.<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> Public Library<br />
E-books & audiobooks, free WIFI, DVDs, CDs &<br />
books on CD <strong>and</strong> millions of books! Home to<br />
the <strong>Edson</strong> Craft Centre <strong>and</strong> <strong>Edson</strong> Creative Arts<br />
Society.<br />
4726-8 Ave. 780.723.6691<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> Rotary Skate Park<br />
Skaters <strong>and</strong> riders can use the park until 11pm, with<br />
lighted tracks. Across from Centennial Park on 54 St.<br />
Galloway Station Museum <strong>and</strong> Travel Centre<br />
Hosts the visitor centre <strong>and</strong> gift shop, exp<strong>and</strong>ed<br />
museum <strong>and</strong> area archives.<br />
223-55 St. <strong>Edson</strong> 780.723.5696<br />
www.gallowaystationmuseum.com<br />
Glenwood Park<br />
The park includes a children’s playground,<br />
outdoor hockey arena, fenced ball diamond <strong>and</strong><br />
bathrooms/change rooms.<br />
Park Glen Ave. <strong>and</strong> 72 St.<br />
Kinsmen Park<br />
Picnic areas, picnic tables <strong>and</strong> fire pits, a children’s<br />
playground, fitness equipment & spray park.<br />
7 Ave. <strong>and</strong> 48 St.<br />
Red Brick Art Centre <strong>and</strong> Museum<br />
A refurbished 1913 school holds the Hatlen theatre,<br />
a school room museum a rotating art gallery.<br />
4818 - 7th Ave. 780-723-3582<br />
Talisman Place<br />
Twin arenas, indoor swimming pool with hot tub,<br />
waterslide, hospitality room <strong>and</strong> concession.<br />
1021-49 St. 780.723.7665<br />
Walking Trails<br />
The Town of <strong>Edson</strong> has an extensive series of<br />
walking trails, both paved <strong>and</strong> unpaved, that wind<br />
through the community. Outdoor public fitness<br />
equipment has been installed in various locations<br />
along the trails.<br />
Willmore Park (6 km southwest of <strong>Edson</strong>)<br />
Walking <strong>and</strong> biking trails, day use, group use,<br />
overnight <strong>and</strong> backcountry camping facilities <strong>and</strong><br />
tobogganing hill.<br />
www.gallowaystationmuseum.com<br />
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WHAT’S HAPPENING<br />
Month Date Event Contact Details<br />
April -<br />
December<br />
Fridays <strong>Edson</strong> Farmers’ Market 780.723.3480<br />
May 8 - 10 Medicine Lodge Rodeo - Between <strong>Edson</strong> & Hinton on Hwy. 16 www.medicinelodgerodeo.com<br />
16 - 18 Rural Renditions - Surrounding Wildwood <strong>Area</strong> Art Walk www.ruralrenditions.com<br />
18 International Museum’s Day (Free Admission) - Galloway Station<br />
Museum & Travel Centre<br />
20 Arts Alive Awards Ceremony - Galloway Station Museum &<br />
Travel Centre<br />
www.gallowaystationmuseum.com<br />
www.artsaliveedson.com<br />
22-23 Oilmen’s Golf Tournament - <strong>Edson</strong> Golf Course www.edsongolfclub.com<br />
24 Oil Ladies Golf Tournament - <strong>Edson</strong> Golf Course www.edsongolfclub.com<br />
31 Yoho Museum Day 780.693.2193<br />
30-31 FireFit Competition - Location to be announced www.edson.ca<br />
30 Holy Redeemer Graduation - <strong>Edson</strong> & District Rec Complex www.holyredeemerhigh.ca<br />
June 6 Strawberry Tea & Garage Sale - Red Brick Arts Centre www.redbrickartscentre.com<br />
4 - 6 The Secret Garden - Play at the Red Brick Arts Centre www.thechronicleproject.com<br />
5 Seniors Talk & Tour Main Street Memories - Galloway Station<br />
Museum<br />
6 Retro Masquerade Ball (Tentative) - <strong>Edson</strong> Royal Canadian<br />
Legion<br />
www.gallowaystationmsueum.com<br />
www.edsonchamber.com<br />
13 Eddie’s Big Run - Talisman Place www.edson.ca<br />
21 Kinsmen Soapbox Derby - 63rd Street www.edsonkinsmen.ca<br />
19 Aboriginal Day at FCSS - Red Brick Arts Centre www.edson.ca<br />
21 Aboriginal Day - Galloway Station Museum & Travel Centre 780-723-5494<br />
21 Rotary Sundays in the Park - Rockin’ in the Park - Centennial Park www.edson.ca<br />
27 Parkl<strong>and</strong> Composite Graduation - <strong>Edson</strong> & District Rec Complex www.parkl<strong>and</strong>composite.ca<br />
July 1 Canada Day Celebrations - Centennial Park www.edson.ca<br />
1 Taste of <strong>Edson</strong> - Art, Food & Music Festival - Galloway Station<br />
Museum & Travel Centre<br />
www.gallowaystationmuseum.com<br />
5 Rotary Sundays in the Park - Rock Camp Alberta - Centennial Park www.edson.ca<br />
6 - 10 Boys Action Packed Summer Camp - Red Brick Arts Centre www.edson.ca<br />
11 Ladies Open Golf - <strong>Edson</strong> Golf Course www.edsongolfclub.com<br />
12 Rotary Sundays in the Park - Play in the Park - Centennial Park www.edson.ca<br />
14 - 18 Get Out & Get Active Girls Summer Camp - Red Brick Arts Centre www.edson.ca<br />
18 <strong>Edson</strong> & District Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament -<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> Golf Course<br />
www.edsonchamber.com<br />
24 - 25 Niton Junction Jamboree - Niton Junction 780.795.3996<br />
31 <strong>Edson</strong> Kin Slo-Pitch Tournament - To August 3 www.edsonkinsmen.ca<br />
August 1 - 3 Peers Gold Dust Daze - Peers www.golddustdaze.ca<br />
8 Gospel Jamboree - Niton Junction 780.795.2628<br />
9 Carnival (Tentative) - Red Brick Arts Centre www.redbrickartscentre.com<br />
9 Rotary Sundays in the Park - Community Pig Roast -<br />
Centennial Park<br />
www.edson.ca<br />
8 www.gallowaystationmuseum.com<br />
8 - 9 Weekend of Champions Golf - <strong>Edson</strong> Golf Course www.edsongolfclub.com<br />
13 - 15 Summer Festival Sidewalk Jamboree - Main Street <strong>Edson</strong> www.edsonchamber.com<br />
15 <strong>Edson</strong> Custom Crusiers Car Show - Centennial Park 780-723-0368<br />
22 - 23 Men’s Open Golf - <strong>Edson</strong> Golf Course www.edsongolfclub.com
AROUND EDSON<br />
Month Date Event Contact Details<br />
September 2 FREE Outdoor Movie - The Princess Bride - Centennial Park - dusk www.edson.ca<br />
5 Children/Youth Bike Event for Tour of Alberta - Talisman Place www.edson.ca<br />
5 - 6 <strong>Edson</strong> Hillbilly Demolition Derby & Mudbog - Sok’s S<strong>and</strong>pit - 2 km<br />
south on Willmore Road<br />
780.723.5104<br />
6 Tour of Alberta <strong>Edson</strong> Stop - Talisman Place www.edson.ca<br />
6 Rotary Sundays in the Park - Harvest Jam - Centennial Park www.edson.ca<br />
6 Couples Golf - <strong>Edson</strong> Golf Course www.edsongolfclub.com<br />
12 Road Hockey Rumble - Talisman Place www.edson.ca<br />
12 - 13 Ryder Cup Golf - <strong>Edson</strong> Golf Course www.edsongolfclub.com<br />
20 Terry Fox Run - Talisman Place www.edson.ca<br />
20 Parent/Child Golf - <strong>Edson</strong> Golf Course www.edsongolfclub.com<br />
25 Arts on Fire - Galloway Station Museum & Travel Centre www.edsoncanoe.com<br />
25 -26 Early Bird Craft Show - <strong>Edson</strong> & District Recreation Complex www.edsonrecreationcomplex.com<br />
25 - 27 Culture Days - Various <strong>Edson</strong> venues www.edsoncanoe.com<br />
27 Rotary Sundays in the Park - Alberta Culture Days - Centennial<br />
Park<br />
www.edson.ca<br />
October 3 McMann Oktoberfest - <strong>Edson</strong> Royal Canadian Legion 780.712.7677<br />
17 Active for Life Women’s Conference - Location to be<br />
announced<br />
23 <strong>Edson</strong> & District Chamber of Commerce Business Awards Gala -<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> Royal Canadian Legion<br />
www.edson.ca<br />
www.edsonchamber.com<br />
November 19 - 21 Festival of Trees - Red Brick Arts Centre www.redbrickartscentre.com<br />
20 - 22 Palette & Pottery Show & Sale - <strong>Edson</strong> & District Public Library www.edsonlibrary.ca<br />
22 Christmas Farmer’s Market - <strong>Edson</strong> Friendship Centre 780.723.3480<br />
3 Santa Parade - Main Street <strong>Edson</strong> www.edsonchamber.com<br />
December 5 Galloway Santa Visit - Galloway Station Museum & Travel<br />
Centre<br />
Year Round<br />
Events<br />
Coming up<br />
in 2016<br />
www.gallowaystationmuseum.com<br />
5 Tree Trimming Party - <strong>Edson</strong> Public Library www.edsonlibrary.ca<br />
12 Chamber Christmas Party - <strong>Edson</strong> Royal Canadian Legion www.edsonchamber.com<br />
April<br />
Preschool Story Time - <strong>Edson</strong> & District Public Library<br />
Parent/Child Preschool Drop In & Play Time - Red Brick Arts<br />
Centre<br />
www.edsonlibrary.ca<br />
780.723.4338<br />
Early Childhood Matters Indoor Play Space 780-723-0149<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> & District Chamber of Commerce Trade Show - Talisman<br />
Place<br />
Home Grown Film Festival - Nova Theatre 780.723.4906<br />
www.edsonchamber.com<br />
May Palette & Pottery Show & Sale - <strong>Edson</strong> & District Public Library www.edsonlibrary.ca<br />
Watch for Chautauqua’s 2016 Season!<br />
www.edsonartscouncil.com<br />
There is so much happening in the <strong>Edson</strong> area throughout the year<br />
that we could not list them all.<br />
Please visit www.edson<strong>and</strong>areaevents.com<br />
for an up-to-date list of events in the area.<br />
If YOU have an event that is happening in the area, please submit<br />
that event to the online calendar!<br />
www.gallowaystationmuseum.com<br />
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EDDIE’S BIG RUN<br />
Come out <strong>and</strong> enjoy the <strong>Edson</strong> trail system on Saturday,<br />
June 14th during one of <strong>Edson</strong>’s BIGGEST community<br />
events of the year!<br />
The fifth annual Eddie’s Big Run starts at Talisman Place<br />
(formerly the Leisure Centre) 1021 - 49th Street, <strong>Edson</strong>,<br />
Alberta.<br />
It’s an event for the entire family, <strong>and</strong> a way to be<br />
active <strong>and</strong> to explore <strong>Edson</strong>’s great trail system at<br />
the same time.<br />
More than 400 people took part in the 2014 run <strong>and</strong><br />
there are sure to be close to that number again this<br />
year. You can choose to walk or run the 5 km, 10 km<br />
or 21 km half marathon.<br />
There is also the 1 km Kids Fun Run.<br />
21 km Half Marathon start time - 8:30 am<br />
10 km Walk/Run start time - 8:45 am<br />
5 km Walk/Run start time - 9 am<br />
Kids Fun Run start time - 11:15 am<br />
Awards start time - 11 am<br />
A pancake breakfast is included for<br />
all participants.<br />
Eddie’s Big Run is registered with the<br />
Running Room with results posted<br />
on their website<br />
www.runningroom.com<br />
For more information call<br />
Community Services at 780.723.4403<br />
or visit www.edson.ca. You can also<br />
find us on Facebook!<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> Alberta<br />
Photo by Giles Merriott<br />
www.365photography.com<br />
4411-4 th Avenue EDSON AB<br />
Ph: 780.723.4486 Toll Free: 1.888.744.4486<br />
Email: frontdesk@edsongh.com<br />
Come Be Our Guest<br />
Fridge, Coffee, & Microwaves in all rooms; Free High speed internet; HDTV service;<br />
Exercise, Sauna, Steam Room; Kitchenette Suites;Guest Laundry; Ample Rig/Bus Parking.<br />
FREE Breakfast Buffet Daily<br />
810 www.gallowaystationmuseum.com<br />
Family & Fine Dining on Site at the<br />
Olive Tree
Sunday, June 21, 2015<br />
Rockin’ in the Park<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> <strong>and</strong> area residents<br />
<strong>and</strong> visitors alike can look<br />
forward to a lot of FREE<br />
family fun in Centennial<br />
Park again this summer.<br />
Rotary Sundays in the<br />
Park will bring acts from<br />
all along the Yellowhead<br />
corridor to perform for<br />
audiences free of charge<br />
throughout June, July,<br />
August <strong>and</strong> September.<br />
The project is a combined<br />
effort between the<br />
Town of <strong>Edson</strong>, <strong>Edson</strong><br />
Rotary Club, <strong>Edson</strong>’s arts<br />
community, local service<br />
groups <strong>and</strong> businesses.<br />
Sunday July 5, 2015<br />
Rock Camp Alberta<br />
Sunday July 12, 2015<br />
Play in the Park<br />
Sunday August 9, 2015<br />
Community Pig Roast<br />
SPECIAL EVENT<br />
September 2, 2015<br />
FREE outdoor movie - The<br />
Princess Bride - in Centennial<br />
Park on a giant inflatable screen.<br />
Concession by Youth Interagency.<br />
Sunday September 6, 2015<br />
Country Harvest Jam<br />
Sunday September 27, 2015<br />
Culture Days Wrap up Concert<br />
All events will be held at the Pavilion in Centennial Park <strong>and</strong>/or the Galloway Station<br />
Museum & Travel Centre <strong>and</strong> will feature music festivals, theatre <strong>and</strong> more!<br />
Free popcorn, juice <strong>and</strong> hotdogs will be available.<br />
Don’t miss the bouncy house looked after by <strong>Edson</strong> & District Victim Services.<br />
Donations will be accepted for the <strong>Edson</strong> Food Bank at each performance.<br />
For more informaton visit www.edson.ca or<br />
edson<strong>and</strong>areaevents.com.<br />
Photo by Tracy Templeton<br />
www.horizonmusicedson.com<br />
www.gallowaystationmuseum.com<br />
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SIDEWALK JAMBOREE<br />
The <strong>Edson</strong> <strong>and</strong> District Chamber of Commerce hosts<br />
the Sidewalk Jamboree beginning Thursday August<br />
13th, <strong>and</strong> lasting all day on Friday, the 14th <strong>and</strong><br />
Saturday the 15th until 5 pm.<br />
<strong>Edson</strong>’s Main Street transforms into a fair which spans<br />
five town blocks <strong>and</strong> includes carnival games <strong>and</strong><br />
rides, the always popular mini donuts, cotton c<strong>and</strong>y<br />
<strong>and</strong> more.<br />
Local businesses <strong>and</strong> volunteer organizations also<br />
set up food booths which feature elephant<br />
ears, burgers, <strong>and</strong> a host of other tasty treats.<br />
With <strong>Edson</strong>’s Main Street closed to traffic,<br />
many local businesses set up outdoor<br />
booths that offer fabulous deals just<br />
before the start of the school year.<br />
Face painting, mini draws, live<br />
entertainment <strong>and</strong> great<br />
family fun are on tap for<br />
this year’s Sidewalk<br />
Jamboree!<br />
Photo by Julian Buchwald<br />
docphoto.zenfolio.com<br />
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to be serving<br />
our community<br />
since 1996<br />
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Enjoy the finer<br />
things in life<br />
Br<strong>and</strong>s you can Trust<br />
Main Street, <strong>Edson</strong><br />
780.723.6677<br />
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Serving <strong>Edson</strong> & <strong>Area</strong> for more than 45 years<br />
306 Main Street <strong>Edson</strong><br />
780.723.3350
MOVING TO THE AREA?<br />
MEDICAL/EMERGENCY<br />
For any emergency dial 911<br />
R.C.M.P Administration:<br />
780-723-8800<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> Fire Department office:<br />
780-723-7848<br />
Hospital: 780-723-3331<br />
Clinic Appointments<br />
Only: 780-723-5531<br />
Town of <strong>Edson</strong> After Hours<br />
Emergencies: 780-723-6300<br />
HOUSING & RENTALS<br />
Alpha Company Inc:<br />
780-723-6951<br />
Boxshaw Four Realty:<br />
780-723-7818<br />
Century 21 Twin Realty:<br />
780-723-3100<br />
Alpine 3% Realty:<br />
780-723-5550<br />
Poor Boy Properties:<br />
780-712-2549<br />
Royal Lepage:<br />
780-723-3186<br />
EDUCATIONAL SERVICES<br />
EARLY CHILDCARE<br />
Gr<strong>and</strong>e Yellowhead Public School<br />
Division N0. 77:<br />
780-723-4471<br />
www.gypsd.ca<br />
Living Waters Catholic Regional<br />
Division No. 42:<br />
780-778-5666 (District Office)<br />
www.livingwaters.ab.ca<br />
Yellowhead Koinonia Christian<br />
School: 780-723-3850<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> & District Community<br />
Learning Society:<br />
780-723-6247<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> Family Literacy Program:<br />
780-723-6247<br />
Gr<strong>and</strong>e Prairie Regional College:<br />
780-723-5206<br />
Day Care Society of <strong>Edson</strong>:<br />
780-723-6444<br />
FCSS Family/Parent Link Centre:<br />
780-723-4338<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> Playschool Association:<br />
780-723-5766<br />
Women Infants & Nutrition:<br />
780-723-6444<br />
Brighter Futures:<br />
780-723-5494<br />
Early Childhood Matters<br />
780-723-0149<br />
NUMBERS TO REMEMBER<br />
Town of <strong>Edson</strong>:<br />
780-723-4401<br />
Yellowhead County:<br />
780-723-4800<br />
TRANSPORTATION<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> Senior Transportation Society:<br />
780-723-1122<br />
Air Service: 780-723-4010<br />
Charter services only<br />
Rail Service: Via Rail<br />
1-888-842-7245<br />
Bus Services:<br />
Alexdawn: 780-723-1815<br />
Beaupre Bus Service:<br />
780-723-6285<br />
Greyhound: 780-723-3750<br />
Sundog Tours: 780-852-4056 Jasper<br />
Taxis:<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> Taxi: 780-723-6633<br />
Avenue : 780-723-3008<br />
On Time Taxi Ltd: 780-723-3389<br />
UTILITIES<br />
Natural Gas: 1-866-420-3174<br />
Electricity: 1-888-420-3181<br />
Home Phone: 780-310-2255<br />
Water/Sewer: 780-723-4401<br />
Garbage Collection: 780-723-6476<br />
Recycle Depot: 780-723-4002<br />
FAITH<br />
Bethel Pentecostal Church:<br />
780- 723-3007<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> Baptist Church:<br />
780-723-3982<br />
Sacred Heart Catholic Church:<br />
780-723-3661<br />
Christian Reformed Church:<br />
780-723-5242<br />
Jehovah’s Witnesses:<br />
780-723-6884<br />
New Hope Family Fellowship:<br />
780-723-5704<br />
For more information visit www.edson.ca <strong>and</strong> www.yellowheadcounty.ab.ca<br />
Welcome Wagon:<br />
780-293-5325<br />
Alberta Works: 780-723-8817<br />
Kopar Administration: 780-723-7221<br />
Service Canada: 1-800-622-6232<br />
FINANCE/INSURANCE<br />
ATB Financial: 780-723-5571<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> Savings & Credit Union:<br />
780-723-4468<br />
CIBC<br />
780-723-6061<br />
Investia Financial Services:<br />
780-723-3310<br />
Royal Bank of Canada:<br />
780-723-6683<br />
Scotia Bank: 780-723-6001<br />
Sun Life Financial:<br />
780-725-4460<br />
Insurance<br />
Berglund & Dubray Insurance:<br />
780-723-3526<br />
Insco Insurance Services:<br />
780-723-4444<br />
Soltys Insurance Services:<br />
780-723-6000<br />
The Co-operators:<br />
780-723-5128<br />
Western Financial Group:<br />
780-723-6045<br />
St. Catherine’s Anglican Church:<br />
780-723-3157<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> Mennonite Church:<br />
780-723-4922<br />
Grace Lutheran Church:<br />
780-723-4366<br />
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day<br />
Saints: 780-723-3525<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> Alliance Church:<br />
780-723-5776<br />
Seventh-day Adventist Church:<br />
780-723-5490<br />
United Church: 780-723-3418<br />
www.gallowaystationmuseum.com<br />
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CELEBRATING THE ARTS<br />
The arts are alive <strong>and</strong> well in <strong>Edson</strong>!<br />
If you enjoy the theater, keep your eyes open for upcoming plays from <strong>Edson</strong> <strong>and</strong><br />
area’s drama clubs. If you like to be in the spotlight, join<br />
them center stage. Behind the scenes more your<br />
style? Try your h<strong>and</strong> at set design or work with<br />
costumes or stage makeup. There are performance<br />
opportunities <strong>and</strong> acting workshops for all skill<br />
levels.<br />
• The Chronicle Project - Join the Adventure!<br />
www.thechronicleproject.com<br />
• P<strong>and</strong>ora Players<br />
• Double Feature Theatre<br />
vbussing.79@gmail.com or call (780) 712-1906<br />
The schools in the <strong>Edson</strong> area are filled with talented students who take<br />
to the stage though their drama departments.<br />
Housed in the library building is the <strong>Edson</strong> Craft Centre, dedicated to pottery <strong>and</strong><br />
the Creative Arts Society that focuses on paint <strong>and</strong> print. Workshops run year round<br />
for those who like to get creative on a canvas or on a wheel.<br />
Photographers can find inspiration, photo tips <strong>and</strong> tricks, <strong>and</strong> plenty of camaraderie<br />
at the <strong>Edson</strong> Photography Club. www.edsonphotographyclub.ca<br />
If you’re interested in live shows, you will want to know about the wonderful acts brought<br />
to <strong>Edson</strong> by Chautauqua <strong>Edson</strong> Arts Council. The nonprofit organization works to bring various<br />
forms of entertainment to <strong>Edson</strong> <strong>and</strong> also opens many of their shows with amazing local talent.<br />
From drama to music, there is something for everyone. www.edsonartscouncil.com<br />
ACES, the Arts Centre for <strong>Edson</strong> Society is a group dedicated to advocating for the arts <strong>and</strong> cultural<br />
community of <strong>Edson</strong> <strong>and</strong> area <strong>and</strong> for the future development of a new cultural multi-use facility.<br />
www.artscentreforedson.ca<br />
Love to sing or love to listen? The <strong>Edson</strong> area is full of talented musicians<br />
<strong>and</strong> singers - <strong>and</strong> local community choir Vocal Variations is always<br />
looking for new members!<br />
CANOE, Community Arts Network of <strong>Edson</strong> is an<br />
informal network comprised of local arts <strong>and</strong><br />
culture groups <strong>and</strong> individual enthusiasts created<br />
to encourage sharing <strong>and</strong> collaboration.<br />
www.edsoncanoe.com<br />
Finally, if you are looking for arts (or any other<br />
events) in the area, the <strong>Edson</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Area</strong><br />
Events website is an effort to provide a single<br />
consolidated calendar showcasing <strong>Edson</strong>’s<br />
ever increasing community related events.<br />
www.edson<strong>and</strong>areaevents.com<br />
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Artwork by Madison Sharman www.ruralrenditions.com
CULTURE DAYS<br />
Alberta Culture Days in <strong>Edson</strong> is a time to discover arts <strong>and</strong><br />
culture opportunities, experience a variety of events, <strong>and</strong><br />
celebrate local artistic talent at the end of September. On<br />
Friday evening, local residents <strong>and</strong> groups are recognized with<br />
awards at Arts on Fire. On Saturday, drop-in activities are hosted by<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> Creative Arts Society, <strong>Edson</strong> Craft Centre (potters), <strong>Edson</strong> Public<br />
Library <strong>and</strong> the Red Brick Arts Centre organizes a display of work by local<br />
artists <strong>and</strong> artisans.<br />
The Galloway Station Museum raises the community tipi <strong>and</strong> offers heritage activities.<br />
The finale — Rotary Sundays in the Park Wrap-Up Concert in Centennial Park.<br />
Events are funded by grants from Government of Alberta, Town of <strong>Edson</strong>, <strong>and</strong> private donors.<br />
The weekend is powered by talented, dedicated volunteers who share their time <strong>and</strong> energy<br />
with the community throughout the year.<br />
Photo by Giles Merriott www.365photography.com<br />
Locks &<br />
Keys<br />
CCTV<br />
Security<br />
Systems<br />
Safes<br />
New<br />
Location!<br />
4905 4 Ave.<br />
Gelmici Jewellers<br />
Since 1948<br />
Canadian Diamonds - Custom Design<br />
Engagement Rings - Necklaces<br />
Bracelets - Watches - Earrings<br />
Jewellery & Watch Repair<br />
123-50 Street <strong>Edson</strong> 780-723-3618<br />
www.gallowaystationmuseum.com<br />
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EDSON & AREA SPORTS<br />
Whether you use sports as a form of exercise, for<br />
entertainment, to hone skills or to interact with other<br />
people, sports are a big part of what makes <strong>Edson</strong> a<br />
great place to live <strong>and</strong> play!<br />
There are many team sports for all ages in<br />
the area, including; volleyball, soccer, rugby,<br />
curling, hockey, bowling, basketball, ultimate<br />
frisbee <strong>and</strong> of course,<br />
slo-pitch!<br />
For those who enjoy a more solitary experience,<br />
there are plenty of individual activities in the area<br />
like running, cross country skiing, <strong>and</strong> figure skating,<br />
just to mention a few.<br />
Martial arts classes (karate <strong>and</strong> tae kwon do) are<br />
offered in the area as are dance courses <strong>and</strong><br />
swimming.<br />
Motivated to get fit? There are numerous exercise<br />
courses from spin classes to zumba, yoga, moveball<br />
<strong>and</strong> more which are held all year round. The <strong>Edson</strong><br />
area is also home to several fitness centres, indoor <strong>and</strong><br />
outdoor ice rinks <strong>and</strong> a great pool <strong>and</strong> splashpark.<br />
www.gallowaystationmuseum.com<br />
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DINING OUT<br />
coffee house<br />
loose leaf tea<br />
home baking<br />
soup<br />
s<strong>and</strong>wiches<br />
salads<br />
www.thefunkyfork.ca<br />
780-723-7797<br />
5202-2nd Ave. <strong>Edson</strong>, AB<br />
M - F ~ 7:30 am - 8 pm<br />
Sat ~ 10 am - 4 pm<br />
Type Restaurant Contact Information<br />
Coffee<br />
Shops<br />
Ethnic<br />
Food<br />
Divine Elements 420 - 50 St 780.723.7237<br />
Funky Fork 5202 - 2 Ave 780.723.7797<br />
Tim Horton’s East<br />
Tim Horton’s West<br />
4209 - 3 Ave 780.723.7244<br />
201 - 54 St 780.723.7242<br />
Castle Restaurtant 5630 - 4 Ave 780.723.5551<br />
Coconut Tree<br />
(Thai/Chinese)<br />
Golden Honey<br />
Restaurant (Chinese)<br />
118 - 50 St 780.723.3103<br />
300 - 52 St 780.723.8888<br />
Wok Box 5103 - 2 Ave 780.725.9739<br />
Fast Food A&W Restaurant 4531 - 4 Ave 780.723.4824<br />
Dominos Pizza 104 330 - 45 St 780.723.7733<br />
Donair Zone 4902-4 Ave 780.723.4449<br />
Dairy Queen 5305 - 2nd Ave 780.723.2001<br />
KFC /Taco Bell 4914 - 4 Ave 780.723.3714<br />
McDonald’s 4239 - 4 Ave 780.712.2355<br />
Outlaw’s Pizzeria 620 - 50 St. 780.728.0241<br />
Panago Pizza 4902 - 4 Ave 780.310.0001<br />
Subway 4920 - 4 Ave 780.723.2774<br />
Wendy’s Restaurant 4207 - 3 Ave 780.712.4422<br />
Catering<br />
&<br />
Delivery A<br />
Dine In<br />
Take Out<br />
DONAIR<br />
ZONE<br />
50 St<br />
3rd Ave<br />
Hwy 16 E<br />
Hwy 16 W<br />
46 St<br />
2nd Ave<br />
4th Ave<br />
HOLIDAY<br />
INN<br />
45 St<br />
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BEEF or CHICKEN DONAIR • SHAWARMA<br />
FALAFEL • KABOBS • SALADS<br />
4904 - 4th Avenue, <strong>Edson</strong><br />
780-723-4449<br />
Hours<br />
Mon-Sat 11am-10pm<br />
Sun 12pm-8pm
DINING OUT<br />
Type Restaurant Contact Information<br />
Family Blue Jay Café 216 - 50 St 780.723.3297<br />
Boston Pizza 4523 - 4 Ave 780.712.7300<br />
Branch Inn Family<br />
Restaurant<br />
4332 - 4 Ave 780.712.6116<br />
Golden Tees Hwy 16 West 780.723.4653<br />
Janis Italian Restaurant 221 - 50 St 780.723.4433<br />
Legends Pizza &<br />
Family Restaurant<br />
Mountain Pizza &<br />
Steak House<br />
4310 - 4 Ave 780.723.4811<br />
5102 - 4 Ave 780.723.3900<br />
Olive Tree 4340 - 2 Ave. 780.723.3600<br />
Smitty’s Restaurant 4216 - 2 Ave. 780.723.3180<br />
Lounge Boston Pizza 4523 - 4 Ave 780.712.7300<br />
Fat Greasy’s 4308 - 4 Ave 780.725.4401<br />
Galloway Lounge 300 - 52 St 780.723.2232<br />
High Mileage Bar & Grill 4805 - 4 Ave 780.723.5508<br />
Original Joes 108 330 - 45 St 780.723.6445<br />
OTs Lounge 4340 - 2 Ave 780.723.3600<br />
Sit N Bull 21 - 50 St 780.728.2089<br />
Timberfire Lounge 5018 - 1 Ave 780.723.4200<br />
Zorba’s Pizza & Pub 5625 - 2 Ave 780.712.3005<br />
Take a walk down<br />
the delicious side of Asia!<br />
5103 2nd Avenue <strong>Edson</strong>, Alberta<br />
(780) 725-9739<br />
wokbox.ca<br />
www.gallowaystationmuseum.com<br />
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KINSMEN SPRAY PARK<br />
Open late May to early September, the new Kinsmen Spray Park offers free family fun for locals <strong>and</strong> visitors alike!<br />
The park is open from 10 am to 8 pm — 7 days a week <strong>and</strong> is located in Kinsmen Park, directly south of the<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> <strong>and</strong> District Public Library.<br />
Through projects like Kinsmen Park, the Slo-Pitch Tournament, the Santa Claus<br />
Project, Cystic Fibrosis support, Kin Comedy Night, <strong>and</strong> the support of various<br />
local <strong>and</strong> regional organizations, the Kinsmen Club is committed to<br />
making <strong>Edson</strong> the best community it can be.<br />
8th Ave.<br />
<strong>Edson</strong><br />
Kinsmen<br />
Spray Park<br />
7th Ave.<br />
48th St.<br />
6th Ave.<br />
46th St.<br />
47th St.<br />
5th Ave.<br />
Highway 16 West<br />
Highway 16 East<br />
5536 1 Ave<br />
<strong>Edson</strong><br />
780-723-4207<br />
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PENNY’S<br />
Car Care<br />
Clinic<br />
Committed to<br />
exceptional<br />
customer<br />
service<br />
<strong>and</strong> to quality<br />
vehicle detailing<br />
Call today<br />
for a cleaning<br />
experience like<br />
you have never<br />
had before!<br />
· Pet supplies<br />
· Grooming<br />
· Engraving<br />
<strong>Edson</strong><br />
780.723.6220<br />
Two great stores under one roof!<br />
413 - 50th Street<br />
· Puzzles<br />
· Games<br />
· Toys for all ages!<br />
<strong>Edson</strong><br />
780.712.4494
SLO-PITCH CAPITAL<br />
OF CANADA<br />
The population of <strong>Edson</strong> swells once a year as ball players from all over North<br />
America head for the heart of the Yellowhead.<br />
Billed as the world’s greatest slo-pitch tournament, <strong>Edson</strong> Kin Slo-Pitch is<br />
celebrating its 36th year this August long weekend.<br />
Vision Park boasts 24 regulation-sized diamonds <strong>and</strong> hosts 272 mixed open<br />
division teams during this one-of-a-kind tournament, with cash <strong>and</strong> prizes<br />
totalling more than $60,000.<br />
Entertainment is held each night in the on-site beer gardens known as ‘The<br />
Hanger.’<br />
Camping is available inside Vision Park <strong>and</strong> there are several<br />
campgrounds <strong>and</strong> hotels/motels in the area to give you a place<br />
to lay your head. Remember, book early as this is a very<br />
popular tournament!<br />
This great ball weekend includes the always entertaining<br />
home run derbies (the ladies competition is held on<br />
Saturday <strong>and</strong> the mens on Sunday), local on-site<br />
vendors, bussing to <strong>and</strong> from <strong>Edson</strong> <strong>and</strong> a Masters<br />
division for 40+ males <strong>and</strong> 35+ females with all skill levels<br />
represented.<br />
Players must be at least 18 years of age to register for the<br />
tournament.<br />
All proceeds raised through this event are used by the<br />
nonprofit organization, Kinsmen Club of <strong>Edson</strong>, to help<br />
support a variety of community programs, events <strong>and</strong><br />
charities.<br />
For more information about the <strong>Edson</strong> Kin Slo-Pitch<br />
Tournament visit www.edsonkinsmen.ca<br />
Photo by Giles Merriott www.365photography.com<br />
EDSON GOLF<br />
The <strong>Edson</strong> Golf Club is a semi private facility<br />
located on the outskirts of <strong>Edson</strong>, Alberta, only two hours<br />
west of Edmonton.<br />
This is a great course to check out while travelling in West Central Alberta.<br />
The par 72 championship course boasts mature trees, with 18 holes<br />
nestled in between natural forests.<br />
Open from early May to mid October (weather permitting), the rolling hills, creeks combined with great scenery<br />
make it a pleasure to golf at any ability level.<br />
Housed within the <strong>Edson</strong> Recreation Complex, the <strong>Edson</strong> Golf Club also has a Pro Shop, cart rentals <strong>and</strong> access<br />
to Hackers Lounge.<br />
For more information visit www.edsongolfclub.com.<br />
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ACCOMODATIONS<br />
Hotel/<br />
Motel<br />
Address<br />
Phone<br />
Restaurant<br />
Bar<br />
Pool<br />
Waterslide<br />
Hot Tub<br />
Sauna<br />
Steam<br />
Gym<br />
Breakfast<br />
Included<br />
Aries Motel 5207 - 4 Avenue 780.723.4242 X<br />
Best Western<br />
High Road Inn<br />
300 - 52 Street 780.712.2378<br />
X X X X X X X<br />
Black Gold Inn 4830 - 4 Avenue 780.723.5511 X<br />
Castle Motel 5604 - 4 Avenue 780.723.3279 X<br />
Cedars Motel 5720 - 4 Avenue 780.723.4436 X<br />
Comfort Inn &<br />
Suites<br />
5517 - 4 Avenue 780.723.7303<br />
Free Wifi<br />
X X X<br />
Econo Lodge 5601 - 2 Avenue 780.723.5505 X X<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> Hotel 221 - 50 Street 780.723.4411 X X X<br />
Guest House<br />
Inn & Suites<br />
High Mileage<br />
Inn<br />
Holiday Inn<br />
Express<br />
Howard<br />
Johnson North<br />
Ridge Inn<br />
4411 - 4 Avenue 780.723.4486<br />
4805 - 4 Avenue 780.723.5508<br />
4520 - 2 Avenue 780.723.4011<br />
5018 - 1 Avenue 780.723.4200<br />
X X X X X X X<br />
X X X<br />
X X X X X X<br />
X X X<br />
SUNDOWNER<br />
INN<br />
.<br />
Come & Stay With Us!<br />
Conveniently located on Highway 16 East<br />
Very pet friendly<br />
Indoor pool, hot tub <strong>and</strong> steam sauna<br />
Wi-Fi<br />
Free deluxe continental<br />
breakfast<br />
Toll Free<br />
Reservations:<br />
1.877.723.5591<br />
780.723.5591 5142-2nd Avenue, Alberta T7E 1W2<br />
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The Holiday Inn Express Hotel <strong>and</strong> Suites<br />
<strong>Edson</strong>, Alberta, welcomes guests with exceptional<br />
service <strong>and</strong> outst<strong>and</strong>ing amenities<br />
4520 2nd Avenue<br />
780.723.4011 or<br />
<strong>Edson</strong>, AB T7E 1C3<br />
1-888-733-4011<br />
www.bestsleepintown.com
Hotel/<br />
Motel<br />
Lakeview Inn<br />
& Suites<br />
Lakeview<br />
Inn & Suites<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> Airport<br />
Address<br />
Phone<br />
4300 - 2 Avenue 780.723.2500<br />
528 - 63 Street 780.723.7508<br />
ACCOMODATIONS<br />
Restaurant<br />
Bar<br />
Pool<br />
Waterslide<br />
Hot Tub<br />
Sauna<br />
Steam<br />
Gym<br />
Breakfast<br />
Included<br />
X<br />
Free Wifi<br />
X<br />
X X X<br />
Nova Inn 5625 - 2 Avenue 780.712.3005 X X X X X X X<br />
Park Avenue<br />
Motel<br />
Ramada Inn<br />
& Suites<br />
Summit<br />
Motel<br />
Sundowner<br />
Inn<br />
301 - 42 Street 780.723.5541<br />
4536 - 2 Avenue 780.723.9797<br />
4818 - 4 Avenue 780.723.6199<br />
5140 - 2 Avenue 780.723.5591<br />
X<br />
X X X<br />
X X X X X<br />
Super 8 4300 - 2 Avenue 780.723.7373 X X X<br />
Totem Motel 4418 - 4 Avenue 780.723.2020 X<br />
X<br />
5625- 2nd Avenue<br />
<strong>Edson</strong>, AB T7E 1L6<br />
Pool<br />
Hot Tub<br />
Zorba’s Restaurant & Lounge<br />
Free WiFi<br />
Kitchen Suites<br />
Free Parking<br />
VISIT NOVAHOTELS.CA OR CALL<br />
1.866.483.6682 TO BOOK NOW!<br />
ACHESON | INUVIK | EDMONTON | EDSON | PEACE RIVER | HINTON | KINDERSLEY | FORT MCMURRAY<br />
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RED BRICK<br />
ARTS CENTRE<br />
Keep <strong>Edson</strong> in business<br />
by keeping your business in <strong>Edson</strong>!<br />
Serving <strong>Edson</strong> <strong>and</strong> area since 1913<br />
As one of <strong>Edson</strong>’s oldest buildings, the Red Brick<br />
Arts Centre <strong>and</strong> Museum is a must see!<br />
Built in 1913, the Red Brick was<br />
one of <strong>Edson</strong>’s first schools<br />
<strong>and</strong> continued to serve the<br />
children of <strong>Edson</strong> until 1967<br />
when it was closed down. It<br />
then become a bus barn for<br />
the school division but when<br />
a new facility was opened<br />
in the 80s, the future of the<br />
Red Brick was uncertain.<br />
A campaign to save the<br />
building started in 1985<br />
<strong>and</strong> succeeded when the<br />
building was designated<br />
a municipal historical<br />
resource in 1987.<br />
102 years after opening<br />
its doors, the Red Brick<br />
has become the town’s<br />
cultural cornerstone,<br />
complete with an<br />
art gallery, 141 seat<br />
theatre, dance studios,<br />
permanent art<br />
collection <strong>and</strong> a<br />
classroom museum.<br />
The<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> <strong>and</strong> District<br />
Public Library<br />
• Downloadable e-books<br />
& audiobooks<br />
• Free WIFI & help<br />
with computers<br />
Photo by Giles Merriott www.365photography.com<br />
• DVDs, CDs &<br />
books on CD<br />
• Programs for all ages<br />
<strong>and</strong> millions of books!<br />
Have<br />
you<br />
been<br />
to the<br />
Library<br />
lately?<br />
• Trade Show• Sidewalk Jamboree<br />
• Small Business Awards• Christmas Party<br />
• Santa Parade• Free Christmas Kids Movie<br />
• Networking Meetings• Political forums<br />
211 55 St <strong>Edson</strong>, AB<br />
Phone: 780-723-4918 www.edsonchamber.com<br />
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4726 – 8 Ave.<br />
<strong>Edson</strong><br />
780-723-6691<br />
Across from<br />
Kinsmen Park
n<br />
COMMUNITY SPACES<br />
<strong>Area</strong> Name Address Phone<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> <strong>Edson</strong> & District Recreation Complex 3905 Golf Course Rd. 780.723.8144<br />
<strong>Edson</strong><br />
<strong>and</strong><br />
District<br />
Recreation<br />
Complex<br />
Galloway Station Museum & Travel Centre 223 55 St. - Centennial Park 780.723.5696<br />
Kinsman Hall 4605 8 Ave. 780.723.0302<br />
Lions Club Hall 217 42 St. 780.723.3169<br />
The <strong>Edson</strong> <strong>and</strong> District Pioneer Recreation Cabin Complex<br />
4836 7 Ave. 780.723.5777<br />
houses the curling Red club, Brick banquet Arts Centre <strong>and</strong> <strong>and</strong> meeting Museum 4818 7Ave. 780.723.3582<br />
facilities, <strong>and</strong> the Royal Golf Canadian Club Pro Legion, Shop. Joe Wynne Branch #51 5016 5 Ave. 780.723.3455<br />
Yellowhead County Beaver Meadow Hall North of Niton Junction 780.795.2203<br />
Cadomin Legion We provide catering Highway 40 780.692.3931<br />
Carrot Creek Hall<br />
& bar services for<br />
Rge. Rd. 161 780.692.3931<br />
Fulham Hall<br />
any size function.<br />
Highway 32 780.693.2649<br />
MacKay Community Hall<br />
Our facility is host<br />
MacKay Road 780.795.2435<br />
Marlboro Community Hall<br />
to golf tournament<br />
1005 21St. Marlboro 780.725.2196<br />
Niton Community Hall Highway 16 Niton Junction 780.725.3996<br />
banquets, craft<br />
Recreation<br />
Peers Community Hall Peers 780.693.2512<br />
shows, trade fairs, wedding<br />
Pinedale Hall Rge. Rd 160 780.723.2361<br />
receptions, graduation<br />
Complex<br />
ceremonies, concerts <strong>and</strong><br />
Robb Community Hall Robb 780-794-2233<br />
monthly safety meetings.<br />
Rosevear Hall 780-693-2396<br />
<strong>Edson</strong><br />
<strong>and</strong><br />
District<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> <strong>and</strong> District<br />
Located on Golf Course Road<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> <strong>and</strong> District<br />
Trail Community Hall Rge Rd. 180 780.693.2396<br />
(780) 723-3311 www.edsonrecreationcomplex.com<br />
Wildwood Community Hall Highway 16 Wildwood 780.693.2396<br />
<strong>Edson</strong><br />
<strong>and</strong><br />
District<br />
Recreation<br />
Complex<br />
The <strong>Edson</strong> <strong>and</strong> District Recreation Complex Recreation<br />
houses the<br />
curling club, banquet <strong>and</strong> meeting facilities, Complex <strong>and</strong> the<br />
Golf Club Pro Shop.<br />
We provide catering & bar services for any size<br />
function.<br />
Our facility is host to golf tournament banquets, craft<br />
shows, trade fairs, wedding receptions, graduation<br />
ceremonies, concerts <strong>and</strong> monthly safety meetings.<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> <strong>and</strong> District<br />
<strong>Edson</strong><br />
<strong>and</strong><br />
District<br />
Located on Golf Course Road (780) 723-3311<br />
www.edsonrecreationcomplex.com<br />
HORIZON<br />
Music<br />
Instrument Sales, Service & Repairs<br />
Guitars - Drums - Keyboards - Accessories<br />
Scan here with<br />
your mobile<br />
device<br />
EST. 1991<br />
*Body Jewellery<br />
*Music Books<br />
*Art Supplies<br />
*Beads<br />
*T-Shirts<br />
*Posters<br />
& More!<br />
4904 - 3rd Ave. <strong>Edson</strong><br />
www.horizonmusicedson.com 780-723-1955<br />
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RODEOS<br />
37th Annual Medicine<br />
Lodge Rodeo<br />
May 8, 9 & 10, 2015<br />
This home grown event is a<br />
staple in the community<br />
with events ranging from<br />
ladies barrel racing to<br />
saddle bronc. This<br />
rodeo is also a great<br />
supporter of the<br />
next generation<br />
of cowboys <strong>and</strong><br />
cowgirls — hosting<br />
junior barrel racing,<br />
stick horse racing,<br />
wild cow milking,<br />
miniature horse racing<br />
<strong>and</strong> other very exciting<br />
events.<br />
So sit back <strong>and</strong> enjoy the<br />
country flair of the 37th Annual<br />
Medicine Lodge Rodeo.<br />
Stay tuned for more information on<br />
the Medicine Lodge Fall Roundup pro<br />
rodeo on September 12, 2015!<br />
Wildwood Bronc<br />
Bustin’<br />
May 29 & 30, 2015<br />
Wildwood Bronc Bustin is the only rodeo of<br />
its kind in Canada. It’s founder Rod Hay,<br />
who is an eight time Canadian champ<br />
<strong>and</strong> 20 time NFR qualifier has brought<br />
together Canadian champions <strong>and</strong><br />
World champions, from the USA <strong>and</strong><br />
Australia. As a Canadian Professional<br />
Rodeo Association event, all the prize<br />
money counts toward the Canadian<br />
Finals Rodeo.<br />
It’s a saddle bronc event only,<br />
with 20 professional cowboys<br />
riding for $18,000<br />
<strong>and</strong> with new<br />
bronc horses<br />
competing for<br />
$5,000 in prize<br />
money.<br />
Bring your boots,<br />
hats <strong>and</strong> trailers<br />
<strong>and</strong> plan to have a<br />
weekend<br />
of fun <strong>and</strong> excitement.<br />
Jessie James Memorial Rodeo<br />
This rodeo, hosted by the <strong>Edson</strong><br />
4-H Multi Club <strong>and</strong> the Yellowhead<br />
Agricultural Society in April, is for<br />
contestants 20 year of age <strong>and</strong> under.<br />
Switzer’s Drug Store<br />
Switzer's<br />
Drug Store<br />
Serving <strong>Edson</strong> & District<br />
Since 1912<br />
224-50th Street<br />
Phone: 780-723-4666<br />
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Original Store in 1912<br />
Harvey A. Switzer - founder of the<br />
drug store - opened January 12, 1912<br />
Three generations proudly serving<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> & District Since 1912<br />
An independent pharmacy that<br />
prides itself on friendly<br />
personalized customer service.<br />
Celebrating 103<br />
years of service<br />
224 - 50 Street <strong>Edson</strong> 780-723-4666
HILLBILLY DEMOLITION DERBY<br />
& MUDBOG<br />
Get revved up for the annual <strong>Edson</strong><br />
Hillbilly Demolition Derby <strong>and</strong> Mudbog!<br />
This yearly, family friendly event features<br />
full size car, mini <strong>and</strong> pick up truck<br />
demolitions, tough truck competition<br />
<strong>and</strong> of course the mudbog, which<br />
covers three different classes of<br />
boggers.<br />
The two-day event, held on the<br />
September long weekend, attracts<br />
more than 100 participants each year<br />
from across the province (<strong>and</strong> even<br />
outside of Alberta!).<br />
The <strong>Edson</strong> Hillbilly<br />
Demolition Derby<br />
<strong>and</strong> Mudbog has become<br />
a local institution with<br />
about 1,500 fans coming<br />
out to cheer on their<br />
favourite drivers every<br />
Labour Day weekend.<br />
Keep up to date,<br />
or drop us a line<br />
on our Facebook<br />
page at ‘<strong>Edson</strong><br />
Hillbilly Demolition<br />
Derby’ or call<br />
780.723.5104<br />
for more<br />
information.<br />
Photo by Giles Merriott<br />
www.365photography.com<br />
NEWWARRANTY<br />
CAR<br />
APPROVED PRODUCTS & SERVICE<br />
AIR MILES<br />
NOW AVAILABLE!<br />
5220 - 4th Ave. <strong>Edson</strong><br />
www.jiffylube.ca<br />
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AREA SHOPPING<br />
Type Name Address Contact Details<br />
Automotive Auto Motion Audio 5933 3 Ave. 780.723.7530<br />
Beauty/<br />
Barbershop<br />
Bumper to Bumper 5611 3 Ave. 780.723.5566<br />
D & A Automotive Ltd. 4833 2 Ave. 780.723.3393<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> Muffler <strong>and</strong> Tire Wolf Creek 780.723.6166<br />
Fountain tire 4619 2 Ave. 780.723.7666<br />
Integra Tire 7042 4 Ave. 780.723.7788<br />
Jerry Ford 5908 4 Ave. 780.723.4441<br />
Jiffy Lube 5220 4 Ave. 780.712.5333<br />
KAL Tire 5959 3 Ave. 780.712.7540<br />
Napa Auto Parts 4833 2 Ave. 780.712.4152<br />
Patterson's Part Supply 5023 3 Ave. 780.728.8803<br />
Wilden's Service Ltd 5521 3 Ave. 780.723.4507<br />
Eclipse Hair Gallery 5024 3 Ave. 780.723.1888<br />
Hairlines 4928 4 Ave. 780.723.6477<br />
Lulu’s Esthetics 5423 14 Ave. 780.728.9214<br />
Next Barber Shop 5108 2 Ave. 780.517.5179<br />
Of The Earth Spa 5024 3 Ave. 780.723.5883<br />
Sal’s Barber Shop 5027 1 Ave. 780.723.4138<br />
Special Touch Hairstying 124 50 St. 780.723.5599<br />
Studio On 3rd 5008 3 Ave. 780.723.3342<br />
Tangl’d Salon & Spa 4901 6 Ave. 780.723.6200<br />
The Other Side Hair 511 50 St. 780.712.5521<br />
Urban Image Studio 218 50 St. 780.728.3312<br />
Wigwam Hairstyling 4932 5 Ave. 780.723.5900<br />
Clothing Anchor Apparel 319 50th St. 780.728.0133<br />
Boot Shop Saddlery & Western Wear 412 50 St. 780.723.6272<br />
In Your Drawers 117 50 St. 780.723.4435<br />
Jensen’s Lifestyle Clothing 308 50 St. 780.723.6677<br />
Kwik Crests 502 50 St. 780.723.7400<br />
Mark’s Work Wearhouse 5919 2 Ave. 780.723.6693<br />
Me <strong>and</strong> Sweet Pea 206 50 St. 780.712.4148<br />
Sharon’s Ladies Fashions 302 50 St. 780.712.4037<br />
Thrift Store 5112 3 Ave. 780.723.4545<br />
Warehouse One The Jean Store 323 50 St. 780.712.5363<br />
Yeti’s clothing Company 5016 2 Ave. 780.723.5525<br />
Electronics B.B.D.S. #8 5907 4 Ave. 780.723.2037<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> Computers Place 314 50 St. 780.723.4850<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> Drycleaners 108 50 St. 780.723.7503<br />
Fineline Stationery- The Source 408 50 St. 780.723.3570<br />
Leading Edge Communications & Cellular 320 50 St. 780.712.4006<br />
Morad Communications 5108 2 Ave. 780.723.3939<br />
Nuwave Wireless 118 49 Ave. 780.723.3794<br />
Telecom West 4622 4 Ave. 780.723.5999<br />
Fitness Alpine Health Club 5202 2 Ave. 780. 712 .3060<br />
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Type Name Address Contact Details<br />
Fitness Toned & Tanned Ladies Gym 5033 1 Ave. 780. 728.9019<br />
Ultimate Fitness Club 4903 2 Ave. 780.728.2426<br />
Uptown Yoga 319 50 St. 780.725.2255<br />
Gift Shops Chad’s Smoke Shop 49024 Ave. 780.728.0420<br />
Diana’s Pets & Hobbyl<strong>and</strong> 413 50th St. 780.723.6220<br />
Divine Elements 420 50th St. 780.723.7237<br />
Double Read Book Nook<br />
5019 4 Ave.<br />
Farmer’s Daughter Market 5019 4 Ave. 780.723.3001<br />
Flowers by Mar-Wes 208 50 St. 780.723.3391<br />
Galloway Station Gift Shop 223 55 St. 780.723.5696<br />
Gelmici’s Jewellery 123 50 St. 780.723.3618<br />
Just Frame It 303 50 St. 780.723.9792<br />
Level Up Collectables 110 50 St. 780.725.4242<br />
Little Bee’s Paperie 5014 2 Ave. 780.723.9799<br />
Simply Beautiful Event Rentals 221 50 St. 780.712.3301<br />
The Antique Place 5020 2 Ave. 780.723.7888<br />
Thymes Two 306 50 St. 780.723.3350<br />
Yellowhead Florists 115 50 St. 780.723.5050<br />
Grocery Independent 4431 4 Ave. 780.712.7564<br />
M&M Meats #101 330 45 St. 780.712.4272<br />
Mother Nature’s Whey 221 50 St. 780.723.3466<br />
Pinoy Store 5339 4 Ave. 780.728.0050<br />
Sobeys 303 54 St. 780.723.3753<br />
Walmart 5750 2 Ave, 780.723.6357<br />
Hardware Canadian Tire 5919 2 Ave. 780.723.3025<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> Tool Centre 5702 4 Ave. 780. 723.3072<br />
Timberjack Home Hardware 4840 2 Ave. 780. 723.3980<br />
Laundry Sea Spray Coin Laundry 5014 3 Ave. 780.723.4722<br />
Liquor 2 am Liquor 5208 4 Ave. 780.723.2008<br />
Commodore Liquor Store 221 50 St. 780.723.4411<br />
Derrick Liquor Mart 4920 1 Ave. 780.723.3808<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> Liquor Town 624 50 St. 780.723.5657<br />
Junior Derrick Liquor Store 4524 4 Ave. 780.712.7370<br />
Liquor Depot #200 302 53 St. 780.728.0447<br />
Music Horizon Music 4904 3 Ave. 780.723.1955<br />
Ye Olde Music Garage 4907 2 Ave. 780.723.3362<br />
Pharmacies Independent 4431 4 Ave. 780.712.7573<br />
Shoppers Drug Mart 302 53 St. 780.723.3514<br />
Switzer’s Drugs 50th St. & 3 Ave. 780.723.4666<br />
RV Happy Camper 4624 2 Ave. 780. 723.2355<br />
Sporting Goods Boarderline Snow & Skate 314 50 St. 780.723.2698<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> Honda 5123 4 Ave. 780.723.6608<br />
Ron’s Outdoor Source for Sports 5014 4 Ave. 780.723.4284<br />
So-gnar Snow & Skate 4924 4 Ave. 780.723.7780<br />
Tattoos Got Ink 5513 3rd Ave. Gotink.ca<br />
Psychopomps Tattooing & Piercing 4928 5 Ave. 780.728.0491<br />
Tattoo InkLined & Kustom Painting 418 20 St. 780.517.4488<br />
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City/town/hamlet<br />
Park or campground<br />
Unique Sight<br />
Gr<strong>and</strong>e Prairie<br />
Gr<strong>and</strong>e<br />
Cache<br />
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Camping in Yellowhead County<br />
Yellowhead County is home to some of the most pristine wilderness in North America. Vast l<strong>and</strong>scapes with a little bit of everything —<br />
lakes, mountains, hoodoos, fishing, quadding, hiking <strong>and</strong> more. Looking for adventure? You’ll find it in Yellowhead County.<br />
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FROM THE YELLOWHEAD<br />
COUNTY MAYOR<br />
Welcome to Yellowhead County!<br />
Abundant with open wilderness, lush agricultural areas, rivers <strong>and</strong><br />
streams, this is one area of the province worth visiting! Stretching from the<br />
west side of the Pembina River to the Jasper National Park gates, Yellowhead<br />
County has something for anyone wanting to explore some of the most<br />
majestic <strong>and</strong> exciting l<strong>and</strong>scapes Canada has to offer.<br />
Opportunities exist for touring, hiking, biking, camping, fishing, hunting,<br />
snowmobiling, ATVing, white water rafting, caving, guiding, skiing <strong>and</strong><br />
community festivals <strong>and</strong> events.<br />
During your visit we invite you to stay at one of the area’s bed<br />
<strong>and</strong> breakfasts or comfortable hotels. Or, instead camp at<br />
one of the 1000 campsites, or take a scenic trail on a guided<br />
horseback adventure <strong>and</strong> sleep at one of the many guest ranches that are<br />
rich in history <strong>and</strong> local culture.<br />
The residents of Yellowhead County are proud of everything we have to offer, from the majestic Rockies<br />
to the rolling acres of prime prairie farml<strong>and</strong>, <strong>and</strong> know that there is something for everyone in Yellowhead<br />
County.<br />
For more information on Yellowhead County please visit our website at www.visityellowheadcounty.com.<br />
Enjoy Your Stay,<br />
Mayor Gerald Soroka<br />
Photo by Giles Merriott<br />
www.365photography.com<br />
FINELINE<br />
STATIONERY<br />
STATIONERY<br />
Your one stop<br />
office<br />
supply<br />
store<br />
<strong>and</strong><br />
more!<br />
Authorized Dealer<br />
ELECTRONICS<br />
408 - 50 Street, <strong>Edson</strong><br />
780.723.3570 Toll Free 1.800.232.7210<br />
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MACHINES<br />
CLEAN<br />
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<strong>Edson</strong> Fish <strong>and</strong><br />
Game Association<br />
• Wildlife Conservation<br />
• Shooting Sports<br />
• One of the longest ranges in<br />
Western Canada<br />
• Fish Management &<br />
Record Book Trophy<br />
• Measuring<br />
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Currently Accepting<br />
New Members<br />
For more information visit<br />
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AREA FISHING<br />
Name Location Fish Types<br />
Athabasca-<br />
Berlund Rivers<br />
Chip Lake<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> River<br />
Emerson<br />
Lakes<br />
Erith River<br />
Fickle Lake<br />
Little<br />
Sundance<br />
Creek<br />
Little<br />
Sundance<br />
Creek<br />
73.5 km NW<br />
of <strong>Edson</strong><br />
56 km E of<br />
<strong>Edson</strong><br />
7 km N of<br />
<strong>Edson</strong><br />
62 km NW<br />
of <strong>Edson</strong><br />
36 km SW<br />
of <strong>Edson</strong><br />
36 km SW<br />
of <strong>Edson</strong><br />
18 km NE of<br />
<strong>Edson</strong><br />
18 km NE of<br />
<strong>Edson</strong><br />
www.fountaintire.com<br />
Mountain Whitefish, Arctic<br />
Grayling, Rainbow Trout,<br />
Northern Pike, Walleye<br />
Northern Pike, Burbot<br />
Arctic Grayling, Rainbow Trout,<br />
Northern Pike, Brown Trout,<br />
Rocky Mountain Whitefish<br />
Rainbow Trout, Brook Trout<br />
Arctic Grayling, Rainbow Trout,<br />
Northern Pike, Rocky Mountain<br />
Whitefish<br />
Arctic Grayling, Rainbow Trout,<br />
Northern Pike, Rocky Mountain<br />
Whitefish<br />
Arctic Grayling, Rainbow Trout,<br />
Book Trout, Rocky Mountain<br />
Whitefish<br />
Arctic Grayling, Rainbow Trout,<br />
Book Trout, Rocky Mountain<br />
Whitefish<br />
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alignments<br />
• heating/<br />
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struts<br />
• brakes<br />
• mufflers<br />
exhaust<br />
• oil changes<br />
• transmission<br />
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AREA FISHING<br />
Name Location Fish Types<br />
Long Lake<br />
Lovett Lake<br />
McLeod River<br />
32 km NE of<br />
<strong>Edson</strong><br />
70 km SW<br />
of <strong>Edson</strong><br />
2.5 km E of<br />
<strong>Edson</strong><br />
Northern Pike, Yellow Perch<br />
Rainbow Trout<br />
Mountain Whitefish, Arctic Grayling,<br />
Rainbow Trout, Northern Pike, Walleye,<br />
Yellow Perch, Rocky Mountain Whitefish<br />
SOAK IT<br />
STIR THE ASHES<br />
SOAK IT AGAIN<br />
Miller’s Lake<br />
Minnow Lake<br />
18 km E of<br />
<strong>Edson</strong><br />
28 km SE of<br />
<strong>Edson</strong><br />
Rainbow Trout, Yellow Perch<br />
Northern Pike, Walleye, Brown<br />
Trout<br />
Obed Lake<br />
Shiningbank<br />
Lake<br />
Sundance<br />
Creek<br />
Wolf Creek<br />
Wolf Lake<br />
45 km W of<br />
<strong>Edson</strong><br />
26 km NE of<br />
<strong>Edson</strong><br />
25 km W of<br />
<strong>Edson</strong><br />
21 km E of<br />
<strong>Edson</strong><br />
74 km SE of<br />
<strong>Edson</strong><br />
Rainbow Trout, Yellow Perch,<br />
Brown Trout, Brook Trout<br />
Northern Pike, Walleye, Yellow<br />
Perch, Lake Whitefish<br />
Mountain Whitefish, Rainbow<br />
Trout, Brown Trout, Rocky<br />
Mountain Whitefish<br />
Mountain Whitefish, Rainbow<br />
Trout, Northern Pike, Arctic<br />
Grayling<br />
Northern Pike, Yellow Perch<br />
Make Sure Your<br />
Campfire Is Out<br />
West Central Alberta’s largest sporting goods store<br />
• Hunting<br />
• Fishing<br />
• Rugby<br />
• Rackets<br />
• Slo-Pitch<br />
• Camping<br />
• Hockey<br />
• Baseball<br />
• Soccer<br />
• Paintball<br />
• Curling<br />
• Bicycles<br />
RON’S OUTDOOR<br />
5014 - 4th Ave. Ph: 780-723-4284<br />
for sports<br />
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AREA CAMPING<br />
Cost<br />
Biking<br />
Canoeing<br />
Power<br />
Dump Station<br />
Wheelchair<br />
Accessible<br />
Firewood<br />
Boat Launch<br />
Hiking<br />
Tap Water<br />
Laundry<br />
Outhouse<br />
Shower<br />
Playground<br />
Day Use<br />
Flush Toilets<br />
Pump Water<br />
Swimming<br />
Fishing<br />
Phone<br />
Address<br />
Campground<br />
Bear Lake<br />
35 km Northeast<br />
of <strong>Edson</strong> on<br />
Hwy 748 East<br />
Beta Lake Off of Hwy 16<br />
on Hwy 751, 15<br />
km North<br />
Chip Lake<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> Lions<br />
Park<br />
Emerson<br />
Lakes<br />
Campground<br />
Fickle Lake<br />
Provincal Rec<br />
<strong>Area</strong><br />
9 km North &<br />
10 km West of<br />
Wildwood<br />
East entrance<br />
of <strong>Edson</strong><br />
19km west of<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> on Hwy<br />
16 North on<br />
Swanson Road<br />
39 km<br />
Southwest of<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> on Hwy<br />
47<br />
Hidden Grove Niton Junction<br />
on 57 Ave.<br />
Hornbeck<br />
Creek<br />
Jerry<br />
V<strong>and</strong>erwell<br />
Memorial<br />
Park<br />
Little<br />
Sundance<br />
Creek<br />
Long Lake<br />
Campground<br />
McLeod River<br />
Provincial Rec<br />
<strong>Area</strong><br />
McLeod<br />
Valley Group<br />
Minnow Lake<br />
Rec <strong>Area</strong><br />
15 km west of<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> on Hwy<br />
16<br />
13 km Noth of<br />
Hwy 16 on Hwy<br />
32<br />
19 km west of<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> on Hwy<br />
16 17km north<br />
on Swanson<br />
Road<br />
30 km Northeast<br />
of <strong>Edson</strong> on<br />
Hwy 748, turn<br />
on access road<br />
for 15km<br />
South on Hwy<br />
47, west on RR<br />
232A<br />
North of Peers<br />
on Hwy 32<br />
20 km East of<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> on Hwy<br />
16 then 20 km<br />
on south on<br />
Wolf Lake road<br />
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780.693.2479<br />
780.868.0109<br />
780.898.1446<br />
780.723.3169<br />
780.865.2154<br />
780.723.0738<br />
780.712.3821<br />
780.797.4154<br />
780.693.2479<br />
780.865.2154<br />
780.693.2479<br />
780.865.2154<br />
780.723.8043<br />
780.797.4154<br />
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X X X X X $15<br />
X X X X X X X X X $20<br />
X X X X X X X X X Varies<br />
X X X X X X $11<br />
X X X X X X X X $22<br />
X X X X X X X X X<br />
$17 <strong>and</strong><br />
up<br />
X X X X X X $20<br />
X X X X X $15<br />
X X X X X X $20<br />
X X X X X X X X X $15<br />
X X X X X X X X $11<br />
X X X X X Varies<br />
X X X X X X X X $22
AREA CAMPING<br />
Campground<br />
Nojack Park<br />
Obed Lake<br />
Provincal Park<br />
Outback<br />
Camping<br />
<strong>and</strong> Cabins<br />
Riverside<br />
Campground<br />
Shiningbank<br />
Cabins B &B<br />
Shiningbank<br />
Campground<br />
Address<br />
45 km east of<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> on Hwy 16<br />
55 km west of<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> on Hwy 16<br />
8 km south of<br />
Hwy 16 on Hwy<br />
47<br />
14 km north of<br />
Hwy 16<br />
<strong>and</strong> Hwy 32<br />
Junction<br />
NE of <strong>Edson</strong> on<br />
Hwy 748<br />
24 km north of<br />
Peers on Hwy<br />
32 then 7 km<br />
west on access<br />
road<br />
Watson Creek North of<br />
Cadomin on<br />
hwy 47<br />
Weald Group<br />
Campground<br />
Whitehorse<br />
Creek<br />
Willmore Rec<br />
<strong>Area</strong><br />
Wolf Lake<br />
Provincal Rec<br />
<strong>Area</strong><br />
RV<br />
South on Hwy<br />
47<br />
South from<br />
Cadomin on<br />
Grave Flats Rd<br />
6 km south of<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> on 63<br />
Street, RR 174<br />
24 km East of<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> on Hwy<br />
16, 53 km south<br />
on Wolf Lake<br />
Road<br />
Phone<br />
780.325.2270<br />
780.865.2154<br />
780.723.3064<br />
780.693.2479<br />
780.693.2403<br />
780.693.2479<br />
780.865.2154<br />
780.723.0738<br />
780.865.2154<br />
780.723.7141<br />
780.723.0738<br />
Fishing<br />
Swimming<br />
Pump Water<br />
Flush Toilets<br />
Day Use<br />
Playground<br />
Shower<br />
Outhouse<br />
Laundry<br />
Tap Water<br />
Hiking<br />
Boat Launch<br />
Firewood<br />
Wheelchair<br />
Accessible<br />
X X X X X $15<br />
X X X X X X X X $11<br />
X X X X X Varies<br />
X X X X $15<br />
X X X X X Varies<br />
X X X $17<br />
X X X $11<br />
X X X X X X X x X X X<br />
Dump Station<br />
Power<br />
Canoeing<br />
Biking<br />
Cost<br />
$150 for<br />
5 units<br />
X X X X X X $11<br />
X X X X X X X X X X X $17<br />
X X X X X X X $22<br />
Diamond<br />
Wood RV<br />
Resort<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> RV <strong>and</strong><br />
Campground<br />
East of <strong>Edson</strong><br />
RV Resort<br />
Moose<br />
Meadows RV<br />
Park<br />
55 km East of<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> on RR 121<br />
Next to golf<br />
course in <strong>Edson</strong><br />
8 km East of<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> on Hwy<br />
16 on RR 162<br />
1.7 km down<br />
Golf Course<br />
Road<br />
780.795.2490<br />
780.723.5116<br />
780.723.2287<br />
890.712.3455<br />
X X X X X<br />
starts at<br />
$20<br />
X X X X X X X X Varies<br />
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starts at<br />
$19<br />
X x X X X X $40<br />
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EDSON AREA ATVING<br />
The <strong>Edson</strong> ATV Club is a family orientated, not for profit group that promotes safe, fun <strong>and</strong><br />
responsible riding on the vast trails in the area. The trails in the area span a wide range of terrains<br />
that can please the novice rider to someone with an advanced skill set.<br />
The club operates with a volunteer workforce for trail maintenance <strong>and</strong> funds<br />
from memberships, local donations <strong>and</strong> fund raising events.<br />
There are several areas that offer opportunities for day rides or<br />
longer duration stays.<br />
The Swanson area is only 20 km west on Highway 16 <strong>and</strong> offers diverse riding<br />
conditions; there is access across the Sundance Provincial Park via the freshly<br />
completed Ruperts Crossing which has opened up many more trails for use.<br />
Another area that the <strong>Edson</strong> ATV Club stewards is the South Esk trail, located approximately 120 km<br />
South of <strong>Edson</strong> <strong>and</strong> can be staged from Grave Flats.<br />
As always, the <strong>Edson</strong> ATV Club would encourage you to support the clubs where you ride, treat our trails<br />
with respect, pack out what you pack in <strong>and</strong> most of all have fun while being safe.<br />
Membership <strong>and</strong> other club information can be found at<br />
www.edsonatvclub.com or email at info@edsonatvclub.com<br />
The Bell Store<br />
Bell Mobility &<br />
Bell Satellite TV<br />
780-723-3794<br />
118 - 49th St.<br />
<strong>Edson</strong>, AB<br />
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Nuwave<br />
Wireless<br />
• Upholstery<br />
• Window<br />
• Coverings<br />
• Auto<br />
• Marine<br />
• Residental<br />
• Commercial<br />
118 - 49th Street <strong>Edson</strong>, AB<br />
780-723-3573<br />
PKE Water Store & More<br />
Water Treatment Equipment<br />
Softeners/Iron Filters<br />
Spa Supplies<br />
Reverse Osmosis<br />
Home & Office Bottle Water Delivery<br />
Sales & Service<br />
Service Technician with over 30 years of experience<br />
780-712-7666<br />
4622-4th Avenue, <strong>Edson</strong><br />
www.pkewaterstore.ca<br />
office@pkewaterstore.ca
FUN IN THE SUN<br />
Peers Gold Dust Daze, July 31, Aug. 1- 2, 2015<br />
Gold Dust Daze is an annual event that celebrates the community<br />
<strong>and</strong> relives the adventure of gold discovery in the area during the<br />
August long weekend.<br />
This fun filled event takes place in the hamlet of Peers <strong>and</strong> McLeod<br />
Valley recreation grounds, located 35 kilometers Northeast of <strong>Edson</strong><br />
<strong>and</strong> Highway 32, 8 kilometers North of Highway 16. Activities include;<br />
parade, slo-pitch tournament, horse pull events, gymkhana, mounted<br />
shooters <strong>and</strong> Kidz Daze. Camping is available at Mcleod River for the<br />
whole weekend so come out <strong>and</strong> enjoy!<br />
For more information visit: www.golddustdaze.com<br />
Geocaching Along the Yellowhead<br />
Geocaching is a real-world outdoor treasure hunting game.<br />
Individuals try to locate hidden containers, called geocaches,<br />
using GPS-enabled devices.<br />
Geocaches can be found all over the world <strong>and</strong> their locations<br />
can be quite diverse. There are a lot geocaches in the <strong>Edson</strong><br />
area <strong>and</strong> along the Yellowhead corridor — many that can be<br />
found quickly from the highway.<br />
To find caches in <strong>Edson</strong> <strong>and</strong> along Highway 16, visit<br />
www.geocaching.com.<br />
Red Brick Arts Centre &<br />
Museum<br />
Home of<br />
• The Sports Wall of<br />
Honour<br />
• Schoolroom<br />
Museum <strong>and</strong><br />
Principal’s Office<br />
• 141 Seat Theatre<br />
• Art Gallery<br />
• Special Touch<br />
Gift Shop<br />
• Dance Studios<br />
• Meeting Rooms<br />
Open<br />
Monday to Friday<br />
9 am to 4:30 pm<br />
By appointment only on<br />
weekends<br />
Special Events<br />
• Strawberry Tea & Garage<br />
Sale - June 7<br />
• Red Brick Harvest Bazaar<br />
& Tea - October 18<br />
• Red Brick Christmas<br />
Festival - Nov. 20 - 22<br />
4818 - 7 Avenue <strong>Edson</strong> 780-723-3582<br />
The<br />
Chronicle Project<br />
Join the Adventure<br />
Acng aßс<br />
&<br />
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www.thechronicleproject.com<br />
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PARKS IN THE YELLOWHEAD<br />
Sundance Provincial Park<br />
Sundance Provincial Park is comprised of three very different <strong>and</strong> unique features only found within the park’s<br />
boundaries. It was declared a park under the Special Places Program.<br />
Emerson Lakes is a grouping of 5 beautifully clear lakes nestled in a quiet oasis. Seven km of hiking trails circle<br />
three of the lakes <strong>and</strong> offer amazing scenic views.<br />
The lakes provide excellent fishing for brook trout <strong>and</strong> a range of other fish.<br />
Marl Bog is a provincially significant site for flora. Twelve different species of orchids, as well as 5 different species<br />
of carnivorous plants can be found here along with a variety of rare aquatic plants, sedges, rushes <strong>and</strong> ferns.<br />
This area has a unique combination of soil <strong>and</strong> hydrology which provide for such an unusual grouping of<br />
plants.<br />
Wild Sculpture Trail<br />
This trail takes a journey through the ever changing hoodoos of<br />
Sundance Park.<br />
The s<strong>and</strong>stone cliffs, which were <strong>and</strong> are carved by rain <strong>and</strong> wind,<br />
hang on the side of steep cliffs overlooking the lakes below.<br />
The trail is about 9 km in length one way <strong>and</strong> provides camping spots<br />
for overnight adventures within the park.<br />
Photo by Madison Sharman<br />
www.ruralrenditions.com<br />
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Sundance Provincial Park is 49 km<br />
Northwest of <strong>Edson</strong>. It is accessible<br />
via Hwy 16 to Swanson Road or via<br />
the North Road. Both routes meet<br />
up with Emerson Road.<br />
To <strong>Edson</strong><br />
Photograph by Madison Sharman
PARKS IN THE YELLOWHEAD<br />
Shining Bank<br />
Shining Bank offers a wide variety of family camping activities within a quiet aspen grove. A roped off swimming<br />
area, playground facilities, a s<strong>and</strong>y beach <strong>and</strong> excellent boat launching <strong>and</strong> docking facilities give great<br />
access <strong>and</strong> use to the area’s largest lake.<br />
24 km N of Peers on Highway 32<br />
Bear Lake Park<br />
Bear Lake Park remains one of the area’s most popular lakes. The s<strong>and</strong>y beach, clean water, <strong>and</strong> playground<br />
are a draw for the younger members of the family while the boat launch <strong>and</strong> docking areas play host to the<br />
more adventuresome water enthusiasts for water skiing <strong>and</strong> tubing.<br />
35 km NE of <strong>Edson</strong> on Highway 748<br />
Obed Lake Provincial Park<br />
Obed Lake Provincial Park encompasses 3 small<br />
lakes <strong>and</strong> the upl<strong>and</strong> areas around them. The area<br />
contains a diverse mix of wetl<strong>and</strong> <strong>and</strong> well drained<br />
upl<strong>and</strong> communities including black spruce,<br />
tamarack, ferns, mixed wood forests, <strong>and</strong> closed<br />
conifer forests of lodgepole pine <strong>and</strong> black spruce.<br />
The area is important for wildlife as well, especially<br />
for elk <strong>and</strong> as an over wintering area for moose.<br />
55 km W of <strong>Edson</strong> on Highway 16<br />
Range<br />
Road 222A<br />
To <strong>Edson</strong><br />
Photo by Mike Dykstra www.edsonphotographyclub.com<br />
www.gallowaystationmuseum.com<br />
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UNIQUE SITES<br />
Brule S<strong>and</strong> Dunes<br />
These three storey s<strong>and</strong> dunes are fun places to hike, bike or<br />
quad. In the 1900s the Gr<strong>and</strong> Trunk Pacific railway ran across<br />
the dunes hoping to connect the Rockies to Edmonton.<br />
Drifting s<strong>and</strong> over the tracks caused this section of the<br />
railway to be shut down <strong>and</strong> remains of some of the tracks<br />
are still visible today. W of Hinton off Highway 16<br />
Ogre Canyon<br />
The canyon <strong>and</strong> the sinkholes within it were carved out<br />
by streams <strong>and</strong> underground water. The climb to the<br />
top is a difficult one, rising up almost 900 metres along<br />
switchbacks. Four wheel drive is recommended on the<br />
gravel road to get to the parking lot. NW of Hinton near<br />
Brule<br />
Coal Branch Railway<br />
The Coal Branch Railway is now a chain of ab<strong>and</strong>oned<br />
mining towns along the eastern slopes of the central<br />
Canadian Rocky Mountains <strong>and</strong> was once an<br />
important part of Alberta’s coal industry. Once<br />
the Branch was famous for its guarantee of work<br />
<strong>and</strong> overall prosperity, however, technological<br />
advancement outdated the collieries <strong>and</strong> many of the<br />
once prosperous towns are now ab<strong>and</strong>oned. The railway was a link<br />
from Bickerdike (seven miles west of <strong>Edson</strong>) to the coal mining towns<br />
of the Rockies. S off Highway 16 onto Highway 40<br />
Photo by Madison Sharman www.ruralrenditions.com<br />
BRIAN’S ELECTRIC &<br />
MAINTENANCE LTD<br />
• Residential<br />
• Commercial<br />
• Industrial<br />
• Controls<br />
Full Body Piercing Facility<br />
Proudly Serving <strong>Edson</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Area</strong> since 2009<br />
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Cell 780-723-0571<br />
Fax 780-723-7569 Phone: 780-723-7175<br />
6207 12 Ave <strong>Edson</strong>, AB T7E 1Y5
UNIQUE SITES<br />
Rosevear Ferry<br />
The Rosevear Ferry has been in operation for over seventy years<br />
<strong>and</strong> is one of only seven ferries remaining in Alberta today. To<br />
access the ferry go north off Highway 16 on Range Road 154, also<br />
known as the Rosevear Road.<br />
Mountain Park<br />
Mountain Park used to be a thriving village of more than 1,000 people<br />
but now is a ghost town. No more remains of the town but faint traces<br />
of buildings <strong>and</strong> a cemetery that is taken care of by previous residents<br />
of the town.<br />
Cardinal Divide<br />
The Cardinal Divide is an elevation of l<strong>and</strong> that separates the Arctic Drainage from drainage to Hudson’s<br />
Bay. The Cardinal Divide is a day use area with hiking trails that showcase much of the unique wildlife <strong>and</strong><br />
wildflowers in the area, providing for a truly pleasurable alpine view.<br />
Photo by Giles Merriott Photo by Glen Kauffman<br />
www.365photography.com gkauff65@gmail.com<br />
www.gallowaystationmuseum.com<br />
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Parkl<strong>and</strong> Composite High School<br />
“The top choice for <strong>Edson</strong> <strong>and</strong> area students”<br />
<strong>Edson</strong>’s most extensive program offerings including:<br />
• Student Travel, Drama, B<strong>and</strong>, Art, Photography<br />
• Registered Apprenticeship Program <strong>and</strong> Work Experience<br />
• Construction Technology, Mechanics, Welding<br />
• Cosmetology, Foods, Fashion<br />
• Work Place Safety Training, First Aid, H2S Alive<br />
• Excellent Academic Scores<br />
• French Bilingual Certificate<br />
• Government approved High School Flexibility Project<br />
• Environmental <strong>and</strong> Outdoor Education<br />
Be a part of the PCHS Advantage<br />
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WILLMORE PARK<br />
You’ll find a piece of a different world at Willmore Park.<br />
As one of <strong>Edson</strong>’s best kept secrets, Willmore Park will certainly<br />
impress. Located right along the McLeod River, the park offers<br />
something for everyone.<br />
Hiking <strong>and</strong> biking trails, ranging from 1.5 km to 5 km provide<br />
varying degrees of difficulty <strong>and</strong> are surrounded by the beauty<br />
of the wilderness <strong>and</strong> scenic views of the river valley. It is also a<br />
great place for runners of all levels.<br />
There is plenty of room to camp in one of the 12 river side sites or<br />
29 forest sites. Group camping <strong>and</strong> picnicking is also available.<br />
The area is also a great fishing destination.<br />
The park is used for tobogganing, snow shoeing <strong>and</strong> cross<br />
country skiing in the winter months <strong>and</strong> in the summer, it is a<br />
popular spot for swimming, hiking, running,<br />
soaking up the sun or tubing on the river.<br />
Willmore Park is a definite must see with its<br />
calm, small town charm with gr<strong>and</strong> views<br />
<strong>and</strong> many potential adventures.<br />
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Willmore<br />
Park<br />
Trail Map<br />
Legend:<br />
Cookhouse<br />
Outhouses<br />
Bridge<br />
Campsite<br />
Playground<br />
Hiking Trail<br />
Water Pump<br />
Day-Use<br />
Trails<br />
Park Boundaries<br />
Road<br />
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WINTER WONDERLAND<br />
Muskeg Flyers<br />
Offering excellent cross-country skiing<br />
through beautiful rolling foothills forest,<br />
the Hornbeck Cross Country Skiing Forest<br />
Recreation <strong>Area</strong> is located 15 kilometres Northwest of<br />
<strong>Edson</strong>.<br />
Follow highway 16 West from <strong>Edson</strong> about 4 kilometres, <strong>and</strong> then turn North on the<br />
Schlick Road (Range Road 181A). Follow the Schlick Road 8.5 kilometres to its end at<br />
a T-intersection, then turn left <strong>and</strong> follow the signs to the ski area.<br />
The Hornbeck <strong>Area</strong> is a legally designated Forest Recreation <strong>Area</strong> reserved for non-motorized recreation under<br />
the Alberta Forests Act.<br />
Volunteers of the <strong>Edson</strong> Muskeg Flyers Nordic Ski Club maintain the trails <strong>and</strong> facilities, with support contributed<br />
by industry, municipalities, <strong>and</strong> individuals in the district.<br />
The 30 kilometres of trails in the Hornbeck <strong>Area</strong> are groomed for both skating <strong>and</strong> classical skiing. There are trails<br />
for both novices <strong>and</strong> intermediate skiers. The staging area provides a warm-up shelter with a wood stove, picnic<br />
tables, pit toilets, <strong>and</strong> a parking lot.<br />
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WINTER WONDERLAND<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> Sno-Seekers<br />
A nonprofit, family oriented club, The <strong>Edson</strong><br />
Sno-Seekers has existed informally since 1969,<br />
<strong>and</strong> was officially registered in 1986.<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> Curling Club<br />
Located at the <strong>Edson</strong> <strong>and</strong> District Recreation Complex,<br />
the <strong>Edson</strong> Curling Club hosts a Men’s, Ladies’, Mixed<br />
<strong>and</strong> Junior leagues.<br />
Sno-Seeker volunteers maintain signed, groomed trails<br />
from <strong>Edson</strong> North to Silver Summit, West to the Little<br />
Sundance Staging <strong>Area</strong> <strong>and</strong> South to Robb. There is<br />
a warm-up shelter between <strong>Edson</strong> <strong>and</strong> Silver Summit,<br />
<strong>and</strong> at Tom Hill Tower where the trail connects to the<br />
Whitcourt trail system (Golden Triangle).<br />
The <strong>Edson</strong> Sno-Seekers are members of the Alberta<br />
Snowmobile Association <strong>and</strong> promote safe<br />
snowmobile riding in <strong>Edson</strong> <strong>and</strong> area.<br />
For more information:<br />
edsonsnoseekers@yahoo.com<br />
With eight sheets of ice <strong>and</strong> an ‘Open’ curling night,<br />
the <strong>Edson</strong> Curling Club is a great place to learn the<br />
sport, meet new friends or just watch the action.<br />
The <strong>Edson</strong> Curling Club is a member of the Canadian<br />
Curling Association.<br />
For more information visit:<br />
www.edsonrecreationcomplex.com<br />
Hockey/Skating<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> has two outdoor arenas. One in Glenwood Park,<br />
463 - 72 Street <strong>and</strong> one in Griffiths Park (behind the<br />
Boys <strong>and</strong> Girls Club) at 5414 - 6 Avenue. Both arenas<br />
have full boards with lights (until 10:30 pm) <strong>and</strong> are<br />
maintained by the Town of <strong>Edson</strong>.<br />
Talisman Place (Leisure Centre)has two indoor<br />
arenas for hockey <strong>and</strong> public skating from<br />
September to April. The arenas are home to<br />
minor hockey teams, ladies recreational hockey,<br />
men’s hockey league <strong>and</strong> oldtimers hockey. The<br />
arenas are also home to an active figure skating<br />
club. Public skating <strong>and</strong> shinny are regularly<br />
scheduled.
INDUSTRY<br />
Coal<br />
Mining has been a key player in the <strong>Edson</strong> area for many years, but<br />
when oil became the fuel of choice, coal mining started to decline.<br />
Mines gradually shut down in the 1950s <strong>and</strong> the industry slowed<br />
dramatically until the late 1970s when coal became a viable product<br />
again.<br />
Oil & Gas<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> is located on one of the largest gas fields in Alberta<br />
<strong>and</strong> there are always employment opportunities in this field.<br />
Exploration, drilling, collection, transportation <strong>and</strong> servicing of<br />
the oil <strong>and</strong> gas industry continues to be a driving force <strong>and</strong><br />
major contributor to <strong>Edson</strong>’s economic prosperity.<br />
Forestry<br />
In 1983, an OSB manufacturing plant opened in<br />
the <strong>Edson</strong> area — Pelican Spruce Mills (now<br />
Weyerhaeuser). Weyerhaeuser uses the<br />
abundant supply of Aspen <strong>and</strong> Black Poplar<br />
to manufacture structural panels used for<br />
flooring <strong>and</strong> sheltering in residential home<br />
construction. In the early 1990s a second<br />
mill, Sundance Forest Industries (formerly<br />
Erith Tie Company) built a new stateof-the-art<br />
sawmill which soon<br />
exp<strong>and</strong>ed. The mill is now known as<br />
<strong>Edson</strong> Forest Products, a division<br />
of West Fraser.<br />
Photo by Giles Merriott www.365photography.com<br />
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Yellowhead County<br />
Well worth the stop.<br />
#northernrockiesarecalling<br />
Over 152 Spacious Campsites.<br />
Dozens of campgrounds, B&Bs, guest ranches, <strong>and</strong> more.<br />
All located within over 6 million acres!<br />
Stretching from Pembina River Provincial Park to the Jasper National Park gates!<br />
Go to www.visityellowheadcounty.com to plan your trip.<br />
Each year, more <strong>and</strong> more Albertans are making Yellowhead County in the Northern<br />
Alberta Rockies <strong>and</strong> foothills part of their vacation plans – <strong>and</strong> it isn’t hard to see why.<br />
Go to www.northernrockiesarecalling.ca to discover all there is to explore.<br />
The natural l<strong>and</strong>scape <strong>and</strong> choice of outdoor activities to enjoy are what make this area a must for<br />
your vacation bucket list. When you visit, make sure you leave enough time – you’ll be surprised at how<br />
much there is to do.<br />
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