By Jessica Lee, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter A lot has changed in Alberta’s parks over the last 10-plus years. The province’s population has grown over 30 per cent from 2009 to 2024, and with that visitation has increased, creating growing pressures on the landscape. It was 2009 when the first iteration of Alberta’s Plan for Parks was released as a 10-year … Read more…
By Mia Parker, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Alberta Hiking Association has received a $98,000 provincial grant to improve trails in the Crowsnest Pass area. This includes facilitating the recruitment and training of volunteers to help with the project. Jenice Smith, an Alberta Hiking Association contractor, has been brought on as the volunteer co-ordinator using these funds, and looks forward to the … Read more…
By Jessica Lee, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter A lot has changed in Alberta’s parks over the last 10-plus years. The province’s population has grown over 30 per cent from 2009 to 2024, and with that visitation has increased, creating growing pressures on the landscape. It was 2009 when the first iteration of Alberta’s Plan for Parks was released as a 10-year … Read more…
By Rob VogtClaresholm Recreation has a lot planned for this summer.No matter what the weather is like outside, it’s always perfect for a dip in the pool because Claresholm has an indoor swimming pool.The aquatic centre features a five-lane, 25-metre pool, with Olympic-rated diving blocksIt also is handicapped-accessible with a graduated entry, and is accessible to everyone.The pool offers something … Read more…
By Rob VogtClaresholm town council has approved an out-of-budget expenditure of up to $112,500 to complete the skatepark located south of the town office, to be funded by Local Government Fiscal Framework capital grant funds.The decision came at council’s May 13 meeting, after Chief Administrative Officer Abe Tinney updated them on the situation.He explained site preparations have begun for skatepark … Read more…
By Rob VogtThere is a safe place in Claresholm where youth can go – the teen centre.“It gives kids something to do,” said William Allan, youth leader.The teen centre runs in the mezzanine of the Claresholm Arena, that’s up the stairs, on Tuesdays from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.It is an opportunity for youth to go somewhere safe to relax, hang … Read more…
By Alexis Way, Willow Creek 4-H District and Fort Macleod Midnight Riders 4-H Horse ClubThe Willow Creek 4-H District hosted a curling bonspiel and dance on Saturday, Jan. 6 at the Claresholm Curling Club.The event was open to clubs, 4-H members in the 4-H South Region of Alberta.Each club in our district was represented at the bonspiel, as well, we … Read more…