Celebrate Canada Day in the Mountains
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Oh Canada. It’s time to celebrate the birthday of this country and the mountain towns have events ready for locals and visitors alike. One thing to expect: it’ll be busy! Here’s what’s happening for Canada Day in the mountains. Banff Canada’s flagship national park is celebrating the day with a morning parade (the parade […]Botanical Milestones
As I rise from a sun-warmed rock near the trailhead of Crypt Lake, I notice a delicate bloom I nearly crushed beneath my boot. I hadn’t seen it while sitting, but now it holds my full attention: Aphyllon purpureum. Only three species of Aphyllon grow in Alberta, and here, quietly rooted in the soil, is […]Your Home Base to Golf the Columbia Valley: The Ultimate Stay & Play Destination
Promotional Feature For golfers ready for exceptional fairways, the Columbia Valley offers one of Western Canada’s most rewarding golf escapes. Invermere has quietly become a hub for mountain golf, where dramatic landscapes frame a collection of remarkable courses. Perched high above the valley, Eagle Ranch is as spectacular to look at as it is to […]The Considerate Explorer
We all love to spend time on the trails. Let’s work together with proper trail etiquette to make it an enjoyable experience for everyone. We all come to the mountains to relax and reconnect with nature. There’s nothing like taking a deep breath of crisp mountain air, feeling the warmth of the morning sunshine on […]Six Ways to Save a Buck in Banff
Let’s face it, life is expensive. With the rising costs of everything something like taking a vacation can be a huge financial commitment. We’re not going to tell you to not do the things you want to do during your stay, but we do have some suggestions on how to make them cost a little […]Wild Adventures in Beautiful BC
The BC Rockies are full of wild adventures. Where will you get outside to play? Get Wet and Wild It’s time to get acquainted with the wild waters! Get splashy with rapids on the mighty Kicking Horse River. With Class 1-4 rapids, this river starts slow enough for you to learn the ropes before you’re […]Ways to Help Banff National Park During Your Stay
You’ve heard the saying before: “Leave the place better than you found it.” But when visiting the vast Rocky Mountain landscapes of Banff National Park – or any place in the Canadian Rockies for that matter – how exactly do you do that? Here are some ways you can help improve the wild spaces of […]Mountain Living Within Reach
Promotional Feature Three Sisters Mountain Village is a master-planned resort community in the town of Canmore. Its distinct neighbourhoods offer contemporary homes, lifestyle amenities, shops, services, and world-class outdoor recreation. Set within the stunning Canadian Rocky Mountains, this is a place to live actively, connect with the landscape and community, and experience the best of […]Mountain Traditions: The Canmore Mountain Market
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Every Thursday, the parking lot in front of Elevation Place comes alive. It’s market day, and whether you’re a local, a regular visitor, or a first-time tourist, the Canmore Mountain Market is an event you won’t want to miss. Each week there are over 75 vendors selling everything from fresh fruits and vegetables to local […]
