25 Fun Things to Do in Red Deer
Looking for fun things to do in Red Deer? Here are some of our top suggestions for outdoor and indoor fun.
Lake Newell & Kinbrook Island – Alberta’s Best Kept Secret
You don’t have to travel to a tropical island to find warm water and sandy beaches in Alberta – not in the summer anyways. Fourteen kilometres south of Brooks lies Lake Newell, one of the largest and warmest man made lakes in the province. The broad sandy beach at Kinbrook Island Provincial Park is a real treat on a sunny day and there are nice playgrounds and campgrounds there. Other activities include boating, fishing and birding. It’s a beautiful place to be on a warm day and there are plenty of warm days in this arid region of southern Alberta. There are affiliate links in this post. If you make a qualifying purchase through one of these links, Wander Woman …
See Birds in Alberta at Lois Hole Provincial Park
Lois Hole, the former lieutenant governor of Alberta, was so beloved that a provincial park was established in her honor. An avid gardener and nature lover, she would have been pleased to know that Lois Hole Centennial Provincial Park is one of the best places to see birds in Alberta. This beautiful 1800-hectare provincial park is located at Big Lake Natural Area in St. Albert, just eleven kilometres southwest of Holes Greenhouses, the business that Hole established and spent her life building. There are affiliate links in this post. If you make a qualifying purchase through one of these links, Wander Woman Travel Magazine may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Lois Hole, the Nature …
Allstones Lake – Adventure in Bighorn Backcountry
Allstones Lake is one of my family’s favorite day hikes in David Thompson Country. Even though it’s just over 13 kilometres round trip if you include the peak, it’s a challenging hike and you should plan to make a full day of it. The journey to this pristine lake is a steep uphill climb with beautiful views along the way. While it can be busy with hikers during the daytime, if you stay overnight, you might get the lake almost to yourself. There are affiliate links in this post. If you make a qualifying purchase through one of these links, Wander Woman Travel Magazine may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Allstones Lake Trailhead The …
Big Knife Provincial Park – Explore a Hidden Gem
The road less traveled provides the opportunity to experience beautiful destinations that tend to be less crowded. You might describe these places as hidden gems. One such is Big Knife Provincial Park, a remarkable provincial park with beautiful scenery, hiking and camping. Big Knife Provincial Park is a wonderful place to reconnect with nature without the worry of coming in contact with large numbers of people. It’s a piece of paradise that feels all your own. There are affiliate links in this post. If you make a qualifying purchase through one of these links, Wander Woman Travel Magazine may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Where is Big Knife Provincial Park? Big Knife Provincial Park …
Heart Mountain Hike – Big Adventure Near Canmore
On the Heart Mountain hike near Canmore, an ordinary human can summit up to three mountains in a single day. That’s something worth bragging about, but in all honesty that wasn’t my main motivation for doing it. My son, Brady suggested we do the hike as a family, and I couldn’t resist. I always try to say yes whenever my children ask if I’d like to do something with them. Hiking adventures are better when you share them with people you love. Bragging rights from the Heart Mountain hike were just a bonus. There are affiliate links in this post. If you make a qualifying purchase through one of these links, Wander Woman Travel Magazine may receive a small commission …
15 Fantastically Fun Things to do in Waterton
You might describe Waterton Lakes National Park as the little Canadian park that could. Waterton survived wildfires in 2017 and 2018 and has remained a fantastic travel destination. It’s the smallest of the Canadian Rockies national parks, but it is home to an incredible amount of wildlife, fantastic scenery and some amazing hiking trails. Here is our list of the top things to do in Waterton. There are affiliate links in this post. If you make a qualifying purchase through one of these links, Wander Woman Travel Magazine may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Take in the View – Prince of Wales Hotel As you are coming into Waterton, take the exit to the Prince …
How to go Glamping in Alberta
Glamping in Alberta is the perfect solution for those who enjoy being in the great outdoors, but don’t relish the idea of setting up a tent and sleeping on the hard ground. It’s what you get when you combine “glamour” and “camping.” Also known as Comfort Camping, glamping takes all the hard work out of camping. Glamping accommodations all offer some level of luxury like comfortable beds. running water and sometimes even private bathrooms with flush toilets. Here’s a list of ten amazing places to experience glamping in Alberta, Canada. There are affiliate links in this post. If you make a qualifying purchase through one of these links, Wander Woman Travel Magazine may receive a small commission at no extra …
14 Fun Things to Do in Drumheller
In the heart of beautiful badlands filled with dinosaur fossils and hoodoos, sits the town of Drumheller. There’s a lot to like about this little community and the attractions that surround it. There is a world class museum, a national historic site, hiking trails, hoodoos and much more all within an easy drive. Here are our suggestions for best things to do in Drumheller in both summer and winter. There are affiliate links in this post. If you make a qualifying purchase through one of these links, Wander Woman Travel Magazine may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. The Royal Tyrrell Museum The Royal Tyrrell Museum tops the list of things to do in Drumheller. It …
Jasper Wildlife Watching – Amazing Photos and Tips
Jasper National Park is the largest and wildest of Canada’s Rocky Mountain Parks and it is a fantastic place for wildlife watching. On a recent visit, we rounded a corner on the Maligne Lake road and spotted a small herd of bighorn sheep including an absolutely enormous ram. His massive horns curled around his head and he looked up at us from a spot near the edge of the road. He was absolutely beautiful. Here are some of our favorite photos and some suggestions for how to find and photograph wildlife in Jasper. There are affiliate links in this post. If you make a qualifying purchase through one of these links, Wander Woman Travel Magazine may receive a small commission …