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Old Photographs from Frog Lake, Alberta (1885-1967)

Tyler Dixon — Thu, 30 May 2024 07:44:42 +0000

Food shortages, broken promises, rising tensions, and desperate people all came to a head on April 2, 1885 when nine settlers were murdered. This incident became known as the Frog Lake Massacre. Frog Lake is [...]

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Historic Photos of Mountain Park, Alberta

Tyler Dixon — Thu, 02 May 2024 07:44:02 +0000

The town of Mountain Park was founded in 1911 with the creation of the Mountain Park Coal Company. The town was built at an elevation of 1890 metres (6200 feet), making it the highest permanently [...]

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Vintage Photos of the Hamlet of Lac La Biche

Tyler Dixon — Thu, 04 Apr 2024 07:44:50 +0000

The name “Lac La Biche” is actually a French translation from a Cree phrase that means “Lake of the Elk.” The hamlet of Lac La Biche is the second-oldest permanent settlement in Alberta. The Hudson’s [...]

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Historic Photos of Skijoring from Banff and Jasper

Tyler Dixon — Thu, 04 Jan 2024 06:33:57 +0000

Skijoring, a winter sport with roots tracing back to Scandinavia, has a rich history as a method of transportation during harsh winter months. Its name, roughly translating to “ski driving,” aptly captures its essence as [...]

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Vintage Photographs of Hunting from Around Alberta

Tyler Dixon — Thu, 19 Oct 2023 07:44:12 +0000

Recently, the seasonal calendar rolled over from summer to autumn. The days are shorter, there’s a noticeable chill in the air, and the colours are rapidly changing. The fall season also marks the start of [...]

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Historic Photos of Canyons from Western Canada

Tyler Dixon — Thu, 07 Sep 2023 07:44:31 +0000

Canyons are deep, often narrow, valleys with steep walls. Canyons are created through the processes of weather and erosion, moving water, and tectonic activity. Most of the canyons featured below would be considered river canyons. [...]

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Historic Photos of Lakes from Across Alberta

Tyler Dixon — Thu, 20 Apr 2023 07:44:59 +0000

Alberta is home to more than 600 freshwater lakes, so there’s no shortage when choosing a spot for your next water-based outdoor adventure. The majority of the lakes in this province can trace their formation [...]

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Vintage Photos of Trading Posts from Across Alberta

Tyler Dixon — Thu, 23 Mar 2023 07:44:40 +0000

Canada’s western frontier was developed on the back of the fur trade. As an extremely competitive business, the fur trade thrived for nearly 250 years as hunters and trappers attempted to satisfy Europe’s demand for [...]

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Vintage Photos of Mountain Passes Across Alberta

Tyler Dixon — Thu, 23 Feb 2023 07:44:36 +0000

According to National Geographic, a pass can be defined as, “a gap, or break, in high, rugged terrain such as a mountain ridge.” Typically, passes are formed when a glacier or flowing water erode the terrain between areas of [...]

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Historic Photos of Num-Ti-Jah Lodge

Tyler Dixon — Thu, 17 Nov 2022 21:37:12 +0000

Jimmy Simpson was born in England in 1877 and emigrated to Canada in 1896. After landing in Winnipeg and farming for awhile, Simpson left town by stowing himself away on a westbound train. He was [...]

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