Recreation

Recreation Tourism 

Minister promotes rural, western and Indigenous pathways to continued tourism success

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By George Lee, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Originally Published on Nov 13, 2025 at 11:15 A rich tapestry of western heritage unfolds beyond Alberta’s big cities and more famous destinations, providing amazing opportunities for tourists and rural entrepreneurs alike. That’s among the key messages offered up by Andrew Boitchenko, who joined cabinet last May as the province’s latest minister of tourism … Read more…

Nanton Recreation 

Organist, John Vandenbeld to play in Nanton

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By David Gale Music lovers in the Foothills region are invited to an afternoon of “Joyful Notes” on Sunday, Nov. 2, as acclaimed organist and pianist John Vandenbeld performs at the Nanton United Church from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. This family-friendly concert, presented by the United Church Women of Nanton, will feature a wide range of music from classical and semi-classical selections to hymns, spirituals, … Read more…

Community Recreation 

Tumbling Tots offered Monday mornings at Pentecostal Assembly

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By Rob Vogt It’s a chance for children zero to six to have some unstructured play time accompanied by a caregiver, inside every week.Tumbling Tots runs from 9 a.m. to 12 noon on Monday mornings at the Claresholm Pentecostal Assembly. They provide the space but the program is not affiliated with the church.The program is drop-in, offered by Claresholm and … Read more…

Community Entertainment Recreation 

Much to do Friday night at museum

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By Rob Vogt One of the highlights of an Old West Jamboree is an old-fashioned carnival.That will highlight Friday, Aug. 8 at Claresholm’s annual Fair Days weekend, whose theme this year is “Old West Jamboree”.The day kicks off at 8 a.m. with a Claresholm Food bank pancake breakfast behind Claresholm Pharmacy, running until 10 a.m.At 11:30 a.m. ATB Financial will host … Read more…

Entertainment Recreation 

Pro wrestling ‘Cattle Country Smackdown’ packs Stavely Arena

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By Rob Vogt It was a night of slaps, slams, and suplexes as CanAm Wrestling paid a visit to the Stavely Arena to provide some quality entertainment and raise money for a good cause.There were seven matches on the card on Saturday night, July 26, providing a little something from every part of the wrestling world.When the dust settled, $13,000 … Read more…

Entertainment Recreation Tourism 

Plan an adventure with Alberta’s trail guide

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Alberta’s government is releasing the 2025 Alberta Public Land Trail Guide, which will help Albertans plan their next outdoor adventure on public lands. The 2025 Alberta Public Land Trail Guide helps outdoor enthusiasts plan ahead for their next outing to explore the province’s great outdoors, connect to the land and try something new this summer. Whether heading out for the … Read more…