Parks Canada has recently implemented several measures in Banff National Park (Alberta) to ensure the safety of its visitors due to rising concerns about grizzly bears. As the summer season peaks, these majestic creatures become more active, leading to increased human-bear interactions. Specifically, two trails within the park, the Og Pass trail and Upper Assiniboine […]
In a significant move intended to streamline operations and align with the town’s bylaws, the Council of Carstairs has unveiled a comprehensive overhaul to the municipal campground policy. The town-owned Carstairs Municipal Campground, a tranquil retreat nestled on Highway 2A, will be impacted by these changes. This move is aimed at making the campground a […]
As we delve into the height of the summer season, Parks Canada has stepped up to significantly upgrade the visitor experience across Alberta National Parks. The organization has recently relaunched JasperNow, a pioneering website designed to inform travelers about the status of popular attractions and campgrounds in Jasper National Park, as well as other notable […]
The Municipal Planning Commission (MPC) of Barrhead County in Alberta, Canada, has approved an application for a 42-stall campground on Shady Lane Estate. The application, submitted by an Alberta-registered company owned by Daniel and Edith Zdrowski, was approved on June 20, adding to the county’s repertoire of campgrounds. This property also includes a winery and […]
A situation of escalating urgency is unfolding in the town of Whitecourt, located approximately 180 kilometers northwest of Edmonton (Canada). The region is grappling with significant flooding, which has resulted in an official state of local emergency and evacuation orders affecting two riverside dwellings – a residential park and a popular recreational vehicle (RV) campground. […]
Red Deer County’s municipal planning commission has unanimously dismissed a proposal to construct three high-end cabins near Sylvan Lake. The denied proposal aimed at developing the region into a rural getaway, featuring two cabins, each of 300 square feet, and a larger 700-square-foot lodge as a short-term rental. The luxury cabins were intended to be […]
The majority of Waterton Lakes National Park, a gem of Canada’s Rocky Mountains, has been closed due to the unforeseen impact of heavy rainfall and subsequent flooding. Photo courtesy of Waterton Lakes National Park, Parks Canada Popular with hikers, campers, and sightseers, this vast wilderness is now eerily quiet as Parks Canada grapples with the […]
Mountain View County Council (Alberta, Canada) has requested that the administration provide information on the taxation of recreational vehicles (RVs) in the municipality. Mike Krieger, manager of assessment services, presented the 2023 market assessment report at a recent council meeting, held both in person and online. Coun. Peggy Johnson inquired about the tax category for […]
Alberta’s camping season is in full swing, despite the hot and smoky conditions experienced over the May long weekend. As per a report, campgrounds in popular Alberta destinations were bustling throughout the Victoria Day long weekend, as bookings remained largely unaffected by fire and off-highway vehicle bans that covered the province. Campers were in high […]
Facing an increased risk of wildfires due to unseasonably high temperatures and parched conditions, Alberta’s (Canada) government has closed 12 provincial parks and recreation areas ahead of the Victoria Day long weekend. As per a report, the closures are an attempt to lower the risk of more wildfires starting and spreading across the region. Authorities […]
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