History
Vintage Photos of a Horse Drawn Sleigh
Over the river and through the wood, To grandfather’s house we go; The horse knows the way To carry the sleigh, Through the white and drifted snow. ~Lydia M. Child The image […]
Alberta
Lifestyle
Wild Jobs: Senior Forester
Recently I attended a Forestry & Wildlife professional development experience with Inside Education. As part of the day’s activities, Kirk Hawthorn, a Senior Forester with Alberta Agriculture and Forestry, gave a brief presentation about his […]
History
Vintage Photographs of Tobogganing in Alberta
Tobogganing has long been a favourite winter pastime. Sliding down snow-covered slopes on a sled evokes fond childhood memories of long days spent outside in the brisk air. As you’ll see from these vintage photographs, […]
History
Historic Photos of Skating from Across Alberta
Have you ever heard of wild ice skating? To put it simply, it’s skating on a frozen lake. In the Canadian Rockies, a trifecta of ideal conditions are needed to make that perfectly smooth, crystal […]
Lifestyle
Wild Jobs: Guided Excavation Coordinator
“If you throw your hat and it doesn’t come within twenty feet of a dinosaur bone, then you’re not in Dinosaur Provincial Park.” […]
History
Trick or Treat: Vintage Halloween Photos from Alberta
Halloween is just around the corner. Although this year’s festivities will look different than what we’re used to, there are still opportunities to get out and uncover some frightful fun! After you’ve finished prepping your […]
History
Historic Photos From Silver City
Anyone who has driven west from Banff towards Lake Louise has gazed in awe at the towering cliffs of Castle Mountain. But most don’t realize that the same mountain was the backdrop to a scandalous […]
History
Historical Wildlife Photos From Across Alberta: Part Three
We’re back with Part Three of our series about Historical Wildlife Photos. Here you’ll find another collection of photos featuring various species from across this province. As with the previous two posts, which you can […]
Lifestyle
Staying Elk Smart This Fall
The leaves are slowly starting to change colour, dawn and dusk now have a noticeable chill, and the first bugling of male elk has begun. Even though the official start is still a few days […]
Lifestyle
Wild Jobs: Mountain Bike Instructor & Guide
Mountain biking is booming business. Since the COVID-19 pandemic started, bike shops in southern Alberta have seen an increase in sales. Biking was one of those activities that could still be enjoyed even during the […]