Secrets of the Southwest 2022

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SASKATCHEWAN 2022• FREE VISITORS GUIDE



Adventure!MAP OUT YOUR SOUTHWEST SASKATCHEWAN

❚ MAPLE CREEK............................... 4
❚ CYPRESS HILLS............................18
❚ LAC PELLETIER............................20
❚ SHAUNAVON...............................22
❚ MCLAREN LAKE..........................24
❚ FRONTIER.....................................25
❚ EASTEND......................................26
❚ CONSUL........................................29
❚ SWIFT CURRENT.........................32
❚ EMPRESS.......................................34
❚ BLUMENFELD..............................36
❚ THE GREAT SANDHILLS........... 37

Secrets of the Southwest is a publication of the 2022 SECRETS OF THE SOUTHWEST | 3
Maple Creek Advance Times and Maple Creek News
Box 1328 Maple Creek, SK S0N 1N0 | Phone 306-662-2133
www.maplecreeknews.com. Copyright laws apply.

Maple Creek

MAPLE CREEK

Jasper Cultural & Historical Centre
The heart of Maple Creek
T he Jasper Cultural & Historical Centre
is Southwest Saskatchewan’s largest arts and heritage of our area and provides Chinook Library, The Chinook School Division,
year-round arts and heritage centre. a unique experience for all who visit and Veterans, Historical Societies, Classic Car Club,
participate in its many programs. We are Okimaw Ohci Healing Lodge, and many more.

The Centre is located at 311 Jasper open year-round, 9 am - 5 pm weekdays, 1 The Jasper Centre houses 22,000 square
Street and was formerly the town’s school. pm – 5 pm weekends and holidays from May- feet of museum, gallery, programme and
Built in two stages (1909 & 1914) the red brick October, and 1 pm – 5 pm weekdays, closed meeting space as well as spacious grounds.
building was saved from demolition in 1986 weekends and holidays, from November – We have three art galleries and many theme
and opened its doors as a cultural centre on April. rooms including the two rooms housing the
July 1, 1988. collection of Irvine and Phoebe Fleming, The
We are known for our inclusiveness and

We are not only situated in the physical heart partner with many groups including, The Hugh Varty Railway Room, School Room,

of Maple Creek, but we are also the heart of Maple Creek Art Club, Seniors groups, music Victorian Parlour, Rodeo Room, Sport Room,

the area’s historical and cultural community. and entertainment related organizations, The Michael Oxarart Western Gallery and

The Centre showcases and promotes the the LGBTQ2S+ community, First Nations, The more.

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Doug Steele SALVATION ARMY
MAPLE CREEK
Saskatchewan Party MLA for Cypress Hills
The Thrift store is located at 213 shop. We are fully accessible with
Southwest Saskatchewan has a Jasper Street and features well lots of parking. Come on in and
rich landscape with something for over 5000 sq ft of shopping for see what treasures you can find!
everything from craft supplies, ages. Funds made go to support
everyone to discover. to clothing and footwear, to many programs such as; feeding,
bed linens to furnishings. Any summer camps, emergency and
I encourage you to explore bookworm can tell you that some medical transportation, assisting
the Southwest, and it’s of the best deals in town for a individuals in job searches and
many treasures, in a safe good read, can be found in our obtaining government services as
and healthy way. The Salvation Army in Maple Creek well as finding adequate housing.
is an active part of community
1-844-672-1755 / [email protected] including running a local thrift
store, food bank and programs to
engage all ages. By supporting
our Thrift Store and Food Bank,
through donations, volunteering
and shopping, you are
enhancing the lives
of many people of all

The Food Bank is located
at the corner of 1st and
Maple (203 Maple Street), inside Maple Creek Community Church of The
Salvation Army. Assistance is available to anyone in need.

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Life in Maple Creek

The Town of Maple Creek is the hub of the Cypress Hills Destination Area, tourism returns Modern infrastructure amenities such as
southwest. are a significant aspect of the community’s recently upgraded educational facilities (K-12),
commercial sector. a new regional integrated health care facility,
Ideally positioned along the Trans-Canada a satellite campus of the regional college,
Highway and the CPR mainline, this Maple Creek offers its diverse population and new water treatment plant all contribute
community of 2,500 is centrally located an the less complicated lifestyle of a smaller to the development and well-being of the
equal distance between the major urban community, while providing all the cultural citizenry. Various community facilities ensure
centres of Saskatoon, Regina, Calgary and and recreational amenities one would expect that recreation & leisure opportunities abound,
Great Falls and an hour from the regional of a regional centre. Culturally vibrant, the including walking trails, parks, skating &
centres of Medicine Hat and Swift Current. This community of Maple Creek boasts numerous curling rinks, swimming pool, golf course,
convenient proximity offers the community annual festivals and cultural events. spray-park, seniors’ centre and more.Maple
ready access to major shipping corridors, as Creek is a “shovel-ready” community that
well as ready access to connector flights to The community is proud of its rich heritage, currently has residential, commercial and
international airports. which is evident in its two museums, light-industrial lots available.Maple Creek is a
downtown Heritage District and numerous great place to visit, to live, and to do business!
A number of industries use Maple Creek as an rodeos. A long standing cooperative
important service centre, including: ranching, relationship with Nekaneet First Nation, as well www.maplecreek.ca
farming, oil & gas and tourism. Located within as opportunities for new immigrants rounds
Tourism Saskatchewan’s recently designated out the multicultural face of the community.

HO ARD’S
BAKERY

& Deli

107 Maple Street MAPLE CREEK, SK

306-662-3811

Maple Creek Swift Current Homemade Pies
Fresh Baked
Toll Free 1-877-662-2617 www.cypressmotors.ca Bread & Buns

DELI Doughnuts & Pastries
Cold Cuts Gluten-free Goods
Burgers Sausages Cakes & Cupcakes
Meat & Cheese Trays - Wedding
- Special Events
Bacon - Ice Cream Cakes
Meat & Cheese Sticks
BREAKFAST & LUNCH & All-O- BccirathsidoanyCakes

Eggels * Bagels HOURS:
Breakfast Wraps Tues. - Fri. 7:00 A - 5:00 P
Howie Burgers Saturdays mid-June - Sept 1

Meat Pies 8:00 A - 2:00 P
Sausage Rolls
Closed Saturdays
Sept through May

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Join us on our Patio this summer!

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212 Maple Street, MAPLE CREEK, SK • Fresh Produce Daily!
DELIVERY AVAILABLE Call 306-661-8057 • Frozen Meats &

l $3.00 for orders under $50 l FREE for orders $50+ Appetizers
• Dairy & Local Eggs
OPEN FOR BUSINESS! • Groceries
7 Days a Week • Fresh Breads & Baking

Monday - Friday 6 am - 7 pm FOLLOW • In-store made
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MAPLE CREEK, SK

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Cobble Creek Lodge

Nicely situated between Medicine Hat and those with needs. The free product for those who require it.
Swift Current, Cobble Creek Lodge is Maple elevator makes it easy They look forward to seeing you this
Creek’s newest 36-room hotel conveniently for guests to access summer. For more information or to book
located within walking distance to the both floors and there your stay at Cobble Creek Lodge, call 1-306-
downtown area, where you can find all is plenty of parking 662-5100 or visit the website at
kinds of restaurants and unique shops. space in the parking www.cobblecreeklodge.com
It is located on Highway 21, just minutes lot for all kinds of
from Cypress Hills Provincial Park. vehicles.
Come enjoy a comfortable night’s stay in Don’t forget to check
any one of our 36 rooms. Whether you out the conference
choose a standard king/queen room or room, which is
one of our five suites, we guarantee you a available to rent for
good night’s sleep. Cobble Creek Lodge has meetings, family
three deluxe suites and two regular suites gatherings, etc. A fitness room is also
to accommodate those who have a longer available for guests to use.
stay. All guests are treated to a complimentary
They are the only facility in Maple Creek continental breakfast every morning, and
with barrier-free rooms to accommodate upon notice, the hotel will provide gluten-

Conference Room The Fitness Room Shower in our barrier free room

Continental Breakfast Area Our Deluxe Suite’s full kitchen The Front Desk

#201 Highway 21, Maple Creek, SK.

306-662-5100

[email protected]
Visit us on our website: Cobblecreeklodge.com

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Rafter R Brewery and the start of that was choosing a business name. Ryan
wanted to bring the history of his family’s farm/ranch into
Ryan and Teresa Moncreiff grew up on farms just a mile apart the neighbouring town of Edgerton. They both knew this the name and they settled on Rafter R Brewing Company Inc.
near Senlac Sask. Their parents both grew up on farms at job would be a perfect fit for him. Getting this position at His great grandfather on his Dad’s side of the family had the
Senlac and continue to live and farm there still. Ryan and Ribstone Creek Brewery was a dream come true. Ryan had brand Rafter NE. They really felt this company name fit in
Teresa both gained valuable life lessons growing up on farms earned so many valuable lessons while working there and well with Maple Creek’s ‘cowtown’, that it was easy to see the
in rural Sask. One of which is that communities thrive when worked his way up to head brewer in a very short time. choice was the right one.
everyone helps their neighbours and takes on a live, eat, and Ryan dreams of being his own boss, providing for his family They are so excited to bring this opportunity to Maple Creek.
buy local philosophy. and building a business to be proud of and Teresa supports his They feel that having a brewery in Maple Creek will help draw
Ryan and Teresa moved to Chauvin, a small town just inside dream in every way. They have been working on bringing this even more tourists into the town, as well as give the locals a
the Alberta border in 2005. Where they have raised their four dream to life since July 2018, when on a summer vacation to great place to experience and enjoy locally made craft beer.
kids up to the present time. Soon after moving to Chauvin Maple Creek the couple realized that it would be the perfect Ryan and Teresa plan on integrating the community into
they knew that they wanted to integrate into the community location. Ryan and Teresa and their four kids, Avery, Holden, the business as much as possible. They will not be having
and really be part of something. They are active in many local Lily and Olivia planned a great holiday to Maple Creek and a restaurant with their taproom but instead would invite
groups like the Elks and Scouts, as well as things like parent took in a fun filled day at Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park, customers to take advantage of the many great places in town
council at the K-12 school. the Heritage Festival, Eastend T-Rex Centre and many other instead. In the taproom, the customers are able to order in or
Ryan worked in the oilfield for many years and got tired attractions. They really enjoyed their week in the area, and pick up takeout from any local restaurants that do takeout/
of that lifestyle. Once he moved on from the oilfield work it left them feeling Maple Creek was a great place to open a delivery such as pizza or Chinese food.
he dabbled in a few things and in 2014 a job opening came brewery and make their dream come to life. Another way that Rafter R Brewing Company will be
open for Assistant Brewer at Ribstone Creek Brewery in There is a lot of work that goes into building a business plan immersing themselves in the local community will be by
having local farmers make use of the mash from the brewing
process by feeding it to livestock.

Fresh, Local Craft Beer

Patio is Open!!

13 Pacific Ave. MAPLE CREEK, SK 306-661-9664

Snack food is available, but we invite our guests to order from our local eateries,
and bring it with them or have it delivered to the Rafter R! Menus available.

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Jasper Lounge & Liquor Store
E AT . D R I N K . LAU GH . REPEAT.

It seems after 119 years every local in the rum you can hear the walls tell a thousand Open 364 days of the year for the road warrior
southwest of Saskatchewan has a story to tell stories. Ron Janzen the general manager says, or business traveler, the lounge is a great no
of “The Jasper.” The wood structure hotel built “Whatever you have seen in those old western pressure place to plugin the laptop and hang
in 1903 has taken on various persona over the and gangster movies - it’s happened here!” out for a couple of hours to get work done
course of its life surviving the eras of railways without feeling rushed out the door.
and industrialization, pioneering, early Considered the oldest Tavern in SW Sask, today
indigenous relationships, trapping, prohibition, the Jasper Lounge is a hybrid space acting Ever evolving, nested around the corner on
modernization and its continuing update into as the hub of social and arts experiences 1st Avenue is the addition of a boutique liquor
our age of technology. Today the historic hotel including hosting bands, solo artists, DJs & store which is a great place to stock up on your
is no longer operating as a hotel, however, the comedians, the Artist Jam/Open Mic, Big Sound party or movie night needs for confectionery,
main floor, including the original lobby and Karaoke, Dinner & Dessert Concerts, Paint soda and liquor as well as take home local
stairs, is fully occupied by the Jasper Lounge & Nights, Dance classes and corporate events. wines from the Cypress Hills and craft beer
Liquor Store. When you are looking for something to do or from local Saskatchewan breweries.
perhaps considering a meal or encountering
While dining and enjoying a SW Saskatchewan the cravings for a late night snack the Jasper For more information visit the
craft beer or wine or perhaps sipping an old is a place to check if something is going on. website at jasperlounge.ca
or call 306-662-2212

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Oldtimers’ Museum preserves Sask. history
SUBMITTED one-room log cabin to serve as a museum.

Concerned that the memory of the frontier The log construction of the museum was
period in the history of Maple Creek and the emblematical of the buildings that were
Cypress Hills was starting to fade, in 1926 the commonly used during the frontier period by
S.W. Sask. Oldtimers’ Association was formed. the Métis, the NWMP and early Ranchers.

Inspired by how the banquets and dances held As the museum’s collection continued to new log museum building was constructed
by the NWMP in the 1870s and 1880s at old Fort grow, a variety of additions were made to immediately behind the original.
Walsh brought the community together for the 1935 Log Museum. Unfortunately, by 2011
“social discourse.” The new group resurrected these additions were failing structurally and The log museum has the identical footprint of
the practice with their annual “Round-Up had to be removed. As the original section the old museum at the fullest extent of all of
Banquet & Dance,” a tradition that is still was determined to be the oldest purpose- its additions, and architecturally pays homage
practiced today. They also collected mementos built museum building in Saskatchewan, the to the original building. The two buildings are
of the frontier period that they originally decision was made to restore the 1935 Log now linked by a short corridor.
exhibited in a barbershop in downtown Maple Museum.
Creek. However, the collection soon outgrew
the barbershop, and in 1935 they constructed a In order to compensate for the space lost
when all the additions were removed, a

S.W. Sask. Oldtimers’ Museum & Archive

1. 3 Heritage 2.
Properties

1. W.R. Orr
Building

(114 Jasper Street)

2. Log Museum
Complex

(218 Jasper Street)

3. C.M. Glascock Log Museum projected re-opening
Building July 2019

(222 Jasper Street)

1. Law Office Exhibit 3. OPEN

2. Frontier to Early Tues. – Sat.
Ranching
(1870-1918) 9:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

3. Art Gallery & Victoria Day –
Temp Exhibits Labour Day
weekends

[email protected] | www.facebook.com/OldtimersMuseum

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Family friendly

ACCOMMODATION AND CAMPING

The Willowbend Motel and Willowbend are 60 full-service sites and two four- district with restaurants, stores and more.
Campground look to deliver one of season cottages. Family reunions are There’s more travelling to be done nearby,
the most pleasant stays in all of the very popular at Willowbend, with camp as Willowbend is centrally located for
Southwest! kitchens on-site. They also offer seasonal tourist destinations around the Cypress
sites, so you can set up your RV in a Hills, Fort Walsh, the Great Sand Hills and
Owners Joan and Darcy Chmilar invite full site, leave it there from mid-May to elsewhere.
all to Willowbend, and strive to make mid-September and come and go as
everyone’s stay as pleasurable as possible. you please. There are plenty of on-site The newly renovated Willowbend Motel
amenities, including a volleyball court, offers family and budget-friendly
Whether you’re looking to stay in an RV horseshoe pits and a playground. The accommodations that are close to Maple
site, a sheltered tent site or one of the campground is conveniently placed within Creek’s downtown and all the amenities
on-site accommodations, Willowbend walking distance of downtown Maple the community offers, including Howard’s
Campground is a place you can sit back, Creek, so you can explore the heritage Bakery right across the street – ideal for
relax and enjoy your stay. In total there breakfast or the Rockin Horse Cookhouse

Willowbend Hotel
Newly renovated, quality accommodations at
affordable prices

• Spacious Double and Single rooms available,
all with queen beds

• Air conditioned with fridge, complimentary coffee & tea

• HD TV and Free Wifi

• Located within a 1 block radius of the many excellent
restaurant and shopping options the town has to offer.

Starting at $89.00

[email protected] • www.willowbendmotelsk.com

To Book Your Reservation Call: P. 306-662-2555

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and Bar for lunch or supper.

The Willowbend Motel offers single
rooms (1 queen bed) and double rooms
(2 queen beds). They have free wifi, air
conditioning, mini fridges, and in-room
coffee.

Group bookings for weddings, reunions
and conferences in partnership with
Willowbend Campground and Cabins are
available.

If you’d like more information on
Willowbend Campground call Joan and
Darcy at 306-662-3006 or visit www.
willowbendcampground.com.

For information on the Willowbend
Motel, call 306-662-2555, email
[email protected] or visit www.
willowbendmotelsk.com.

Willowbend Campground

Open FREE
Year Round WiFi

(partial service) Four CSoetatasognes
Guest
Reunion & Group Facilities

• CHaomrspesKhitocehePnitss ••VSohlolewyebrasll Camping – $40/day full service 1 B–drDma,ilFyu,lWl Keietckhlye,nM, Sonatthellylit–e TV
• Tenting – $10/day + $5/person per day

LOCATED AT THE WEST END OF PACIFIC AVE. IN MAPLE CREEK (turn right after tracks)

Darcy & Joan Chmilar RESERVATIONS: 306-662-3006 www.willowbendcampground.com

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YOUR GO TO NEW! Luxito

KITCHEN STORE ElOecf&tfriocneics

121 Jasper Street, Maple Creek Supplies
www.countrylanekitchens.net
Come & See over 306.662.2032
Monday - Friday 1000 Stuffed Animals
9:30 A - 5:00 P
OPEN 124 Jasper St
1.877.643.0285 JULY & AUGUST MAPLE CREEK, SK

306.662.3317 www.luxitoandco.com

rural tax service116 Jasper St MAPLE CREEK

MAIN STREET
MERCANTILE

OPEN HOURS: u Scrapbooking
MONDAY - SATURDAY Tuesday - Friday u Fabric
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10:00 am - 5:00 pm 10 A - 5 P
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306.662.3317 10 A - 4 P Pamela Drever

127 Jasper St MAPLE CREEK 119 Jasper St Text (306) 661-7873 after hours
MAPLE CREEK [email protected]
CYPRESS
Rural Tax Services 111 Maple Street MAPLE CREEK, SK
PIZZA & CHICKEN
Bookkeeping OPEN
FULL MENU on Facebook & Income Tax MONDAY - SATURDAY
Cypress Pizza Chicken
www.cypresspizza.com Barbara M Drever 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
306.662.3317
‘Cypress Pizza & Chicken was voted 306-662-2200
the BEST PIZZA in the fax 306-662-2411 127 Jasper St MAPLE CREEK
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PickUp OR Delivery

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MAPLE CREEK, SK

Proudly serving SW Saskatchewan with 2 locations!

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There’s a touch of the Caribbean
in southwest Saskatchewan

Conveniently located just a few kilometres The valley portion of the campground includes you’re soaking up the sun in the Caribbean.
west of the Maple Creek junction of the Trans- 44 campsites with 30-amp Full Service
Canada highway and highway 21, Eagle Valley available. While the upper area of the park is You can get a delicious meal right at the
Campground provides one of the most unique comprised of 72 sites. campground’s Escape Grill, a licensed, 47-seat
camping experiences in all of the Southwest. restaurant and keeping with the Caribbean
The sites at Eagle Valley are perfect for family theme, a Tiki bar can be located inside the
reunions, get-togethers or just spending a Escape Grill.
weekend in the wilderness.
To contact the grill and pool,
There is a Caribbean influence at Eagle Valley. call 306-662-2221.
If you feel like taking a dip, there’s a
32 x 16 foot, indoor swimming pool, For more information on Eagle Valley
with dressing rooms and a sun Campground, you can call 306-662-2788 or
deck. With the indoor pool and email [email protected]. You can also
restaurant, it will feel like visit its website at www.eaglevalleypark.ca.

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F9-Hole GOLF COURSE FIrrigated GRASS GREENS

FLicensed LOUNGE & CONCESSION FOUTDOOR PATIO

FPOWER & PULL CART, CLUB RENTALS FDRIVING RANGE

[email protected] www.cypresshillsgolfcourse.com

lAKeVieW Grill 306-662-4381

OPEN - May Long Weekend to September Long Weekend
HOURS: Sunday - Sunday 11 am - 7 pm JULY - AUG 9 am - 7 pm
Casual Dining - Catering Breakfast Served - Weekends

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Premium & Regular GAS DIESEL PROPANE
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OPEN May long weekend to September long weekend
Operating Hours July & August 8 am - 8 pm LAuNDrOMAt Open 24/7

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NEW!! SPECIALTY COFFEES! Weekly Specials l Handmade Pizza
lBurgers made with local cJB Purebred Angus Beef
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Made with our fresh ground thunder Brew blend, l ice cream l real Fruit Smoothies l Shakes & Sundaes

uniquely roasted for Lonepine! l 18-hole Familiy Mini Golf

OPEN MAY long weekend to SEPTEMBER long weekend

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for when you cant hold it any longer EDDY currAH, 2 sizes of Pumper Trucks
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OPEN May Long Weekend until September Long WeekendStore # 306-662-4336 • Cell 306-662-7306

CYPRESS HILLS

Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park
– A Three Park Partnership

The Cypress Hills: throughout the country, including in the separate parks, & their respective agencies,
Cypress Hills. to work cooperatively on the management of
The Cypress Hills are the highest point the unique ecosystem and visitor experience
in Canada between Labrador and the In 1930 the federal government transferred service offer of the Cypress Hills.
Rocky Mountains. The hills rise out of the control of natural resources to the provinces,
surrounding plains sloping upwards from the and in 1931 the Province of Saskatchewan In 2004 the Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park
east to the west. At their highest point, the created Cypress Hills Provincial Park was designated a Dark Sky Preserve by the
hills tower 4,810 feet above sea level. Saskatchewan from lands previously Royal Astronomical Society of Canada. At the
making up the federal forest reserve on the time of the designation, the Cypress Hills was
The hills are a flat-topped erosional plateau Saskatchewan side of the Cypress Hills. the largest Dark Sky Preserve in Canada.
that was formed over millions of years by
sedimentary deposits and subsequent erosion. On the Alberta side of the Cypress Hills, the Cypress Hills Interprovincial
Province of Alberta created Elkwater Provincial Park Alberta:
The unique geology of the Cypress Hills Park in 1947, which they re-named Cypress Hills
supports a unique eco-system in the context of Provincial Park Alberta in 1951. The main access route to Cypress Hills
the great plains, which has attracted humans Interprovincial Park Alberta (CHIPP Alta.) is via
to the hills for food, water, and shelter for In 1968 Parks Canada assumed responsibility the Trans-Canada Highway #1 to Highway #41
more than 8,500 years. for Fort Walsh National Historic Site in the West south. Medicine Hat is the closest city, located
Block of the Cypress Hills from lands operated approximately 65km away.
With its unique climate and mix of montane by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police as their
forests, wetlands, and grasslands, the Cypress Remount Ranch. The majority of facilities in CHIPP Alta.,
Hills is home to an astonishing diversity of including the Visitor Centre (open year-round)
plants and animals. More orchids grow in In 1989 representatives of the two Cypress and 7 campgrounds with over 350 individual
these hills than anywhere else on the prairies. Hills Provincial Parks signed the “Cypress campsites, are concentrated along the
At least 18 species have been recorded here. Hills Interprovincial Park Memorandum of south shore of Elkwater Lake in the Elkwater
Over 220 bird species, 47 mammal species, Understanding” establishing “Cypress Hills townsite, located just off Highway #41. In
and several species each of reptiles and Interprovincial Park” as Canada’s first and only addition, 3 smaller campgrounds with more
amphibians – the Cypress Hills are a wild and interprovincial park at the time. than 50 sites, as well as viewpoints and hiking
wonderful place! trails, are found scattered throughout the
Fort Walsh National Historic Site of Canada Hills. You can also find 4 group campgrounds
Becoming an Interprovincial Park: signed an adhesion to the original agreement and 24 comfort cabins to offer a range of
in the year 2000 becoming the third park area accommodation types.
The story of Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park to become part of the Interprovincial Park
starts in 1906 when the federal government agreement. Two outstanding features of CHIPP Alta. are
passed the Dominion Forest Reserves Act, Horseshoe Canyon Viewpoint and Reesor
establishing 21 permanent forest reserves The agreement is an inter-jurisdictional
commitment in principle between the three

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Viewpoint. Looking north on a clear day, you CREDIT TOURISM SASKATCHEWAN
can see rolling hills, coulees, and flat prairie
landscape for more than 100km. The cliff faces unserviced campsites as well as an equestrian (RCMP) returned to the site in 1942 to raise
of Horseshoe Canyon expose the conglomerate campground. Two outstanding features of their signature black horses for equestrian
caprock that protects the underlying bedrock. CHIPP Sask. West Block are the viewpoint at training and the world famous RCMP Musical
From the plateau at Horseshoe Canyon, there the Conglomerate Cliffs overlooking Adams Ride.
are no obstructions so sunsets are spectacular, Lake and the Hidden Conglomerate Cliffs
and the lights of Medicine Hat can be seen in viewpoint overlooking the Battle Creek Valley. In 1968 the RCMP turned the site over to Park
the distance. Canada who opened it to the public. Today the
Fort Walsh National Historic Site fort’s log buildings have been furnished to the
Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park of Canada: 1880’s period, and guides in period costumes
Saskatchewan: tell the stories of the people who called the
In 1875 the North West Mounted Police Cypress Hills home in the late 19th century.
19 campgrounds and 650 campsites ranging (NWMP) established Fort Walsh in the Cypress
from unserviced to full-service await! Cypress Hills with the objective of putting an end Open May to September, a recently upgraded
Hills Interprovincial Park Saskatchewan (CHIPP to the American whiskey trade in the area, Visitor Centre, on-site concession, and
Sask.) is divided into two separate blocks: expressing Canada’s sovereignty along the interpretive trails round out the visitor
Centre Block (core area) and West Block border with the United States, enforcing the experience at Fort Walsh National Historic Site
(wilderness area). Queen’s law in the west, and preparing the of Canada.
Northwest Territories for settlement.
The Centre Block (just south of Maple Creek,
Sask. on Highway #21) is where the majority Although the NWMP abandoned Fort Walsh in
of the park’s campsites are located, as well 1883 with the arrival of the Canadian Pacific
as all the park’s front-country services and Railway to the north of the Cypress Hills, their
amenities including several in-park businesses. successors the Royal Canadian Mounted Police
In addition to a Visitor Centre, viewpoints,
and a multitude of trails, the Centre Block
offers day-use picnic sites with BBQ stands
for charcoal briquettes. Additionally, there is
a day-use camp kitchen at the main beach,
and a reservable day-use camp kitchen is also
available.

Camping in the Centre Block is offered year-
round as the park offers a number of winter
recreational activities including a snowmobile
area, snowshoe trails, and cross-country ski
trails.

The West Block “wilderness area” (near Fort
Walsh on Highway #271) features limited

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Your Local Adventure Experts!

Looking to add some excitement to your If ziplining isn’t your thing, they have heaps outdoor attraction in the Cypress Hills for the
vacation? Check this place out! of other activities to keep everyone busy for past 10 years, this family-owned and operated
an afternoon. Stop in and take your pick from business is one experience you won’t want to
Treeosix is most known for its award-winning experiences such as a climbing wall, parachute miss!
zipline tours that unleash a whole new simulators, mini-zips for kids, 18-hole disc golf Advanced online bookings highly
perspective of the Cypress Hills on all who course, and the largest rental fleet of electric recommended. Walk-ups permitted. See
visit. These two-hour long, private adventures fatbikes in the Cypress Hills! website for hours of operation, availability,
(based on a group size of eight) take your At Treeosix, their crew makes all the difference. and reviews from past guests.
family and friends up into the canopy of the They call you by name and they provide “We had a wonderful experience zip lining. It’s
lodgepole pines and enable you to immerse emotional support as you conquer your been on our list for years and we are glad we
yourself in the sights and sounds of the forest fears and push your boundaries during your finally were able to do it. It definitely did not
in a way that only they can make possible. adventures while at their site. They receive disappoint. Our guides were super friendly and
As you climb the giant rope ladder, cross the over 80 hours of site-specific training each supportive. They had our safety as their main
skybridge, and zip from platform to platform, season - twice what the industry requires priority. We cannot wait to go again in the
the guides at Treeosix encourage you to – and many of them return to the trees future and highly recommend this activity to
have fun, push your boundaries, and find season after season, ensuring a high-quality, other families! Thanks Treeosix!”
your happy dance! Each guided experience is consistent adventure each time you visit.
designed to not only provide the maximum Most of all, as a past Canadian Tourism Award
amount of fun, but leave you with a new Winner, an eight-time Tourism Saskatchewan
knowledge of the Cypress Hills as well as some Awards of Excellence Winner, and the #1 rated
awesome dad jokes for later use.

Find us in the trees this summer next to the Resort at Cypress Hills!

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Cypress Hills Speedway

Cypress Hills Speedway is a go-kart track where the whole family can With the double-seat karts, parents have a chance to spend time with
have some fun. The Speedway is located on SK-221, just off Highway 21, their children on the track itself.
and is located just outside Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park.
Ko-karting can also be a fun group event, so if you and your friends are
Eighteen people are allowed on the track at a time in either double or looking for something to do on a nice day, hitting the track is definitely
single-seat go-karts, with anyone 10 years of age or older allowed to a great option.
drive.
For more information, call 306-662-2337 or email
Some people believe go-karting is a kids’ activity, but adults can’t help [email protected]. You can also visit the
but crack a smile while driving around the track. Cypress Hills Speedway Facebook page for more details.

Your Destination in the Prairies ...

The Resort at Cypress Hills is open year round.
Reserve your getaway in any Season.

Call 306-662-4477

www.resortatcypresshills.ca
eM: [email protected]

The perfect spot.

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SHAUNAVON

Take a trip to Shaunavon Saskatchewan to experience the Southwest! and everything in-between. Spend more time in this lively town and
In this tourism hub, there’s no shortage of amenities, fun activities stay at one of Shaunavon’s wonderful accommodations which include
and spots to unwind, for kids and adults alike. Take a leisurely stroll or campgrounds, motels and hotels. With its heritage, breathtaking
bike ride down a paved section of the Trans Canada Trail, designated architecture, and numerous amenities, Shaunavon is a must-see
since 1999, which spans the perimeter of the community. Relax and location in Southwest Saskatchewan!
decompress, or adventure and play at any of the various parks and
playgrounds in the community. Rent or bring your own set of discs
to play a 9-hole round of Disc Golf on Shaunavon’s new course that
stretches along the Trans Canada Trail and into Avondale Park. If you
are looking to beat the heat, dive into Shaunavon’s outdoor swimming
pool or take a run through the Splash Park. Head on down to the Grand
Coteau Heritage and Cultural Centre for Tourism Information and explore
the art gallery, meet Frank the Buffalo at the Natural History Museum,
and learn about the history of Shaunavon! The Braydon Coburn Outdoor
Rink, named after the Shaunavon-born NHL athlete Braydon Coburn,
gives Shaunavon residents and guests a place to gather and be active
during both the winter for ice hockey and skating, and in the summer
for ball hockey! Take a quick drive West of town to play a round of golf
at Rock Creek Golf Course and enjoy the fresh air. Feast at Shaunavon’s
local restaurants - from award-winning fine dining, to ethnic cuisine

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During the peak of the growing season, you can pick the freshest, • 9 Hole Grass Green Gem
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Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:30am-5:30pm
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• Pet Food & Supplies

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• Fishing Supplies & Bait

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McLaren Lake Regional Park

McLaren Lake Regional Park is located in the and 2013 with total of 60 sites being available. and slide, tether ball and basketball hoop for
southwest part of the Province of Saskatchewan, Washrooms and showers are available. A camp children. A ball diamond within the park is fenced
near the villages of Richmound and Golden Prairie, kitchen is available for family get-togethers with bleachers and two horseshoe pits.
SK and Schuler, AB. The lake is approximately 2 km (includes fridge, briquette barbeque, seats
long and 0.5 km wide with the park area located 30) A canteen on the north east side offers Old Dock
on the east end. confectionery and fast food, washrooms on south
It has a natural beauty on its own with the spring side. Paddle boats and a canoe are available to rent at
watershed spilling into the lake from miles the concession, fishing is available, jet skis boats,
around. With a man-made dam constructed in the Effective 2021- Electrical sites $30/night or $180/ sailboats and water skiing are permitted. The lake
1960’s, the lake when full, covers approximately week is stocked with rainbow trout in 2011-2013, in 2015
200 square miles. 200,000 Northern Pike and trout again in 2017.
Amenities of swimming, boating, and fishing. Seasonal Park Passes - $50,  Seasonal sites $1250/
The park is treed and with a rejuvenation of new May 15 - Sept 13. (south end of park) Gate & Concession
shelter-belts. Negotiations for the park began in
1961 with 5000 trees being planted. In 1965 the Firewood A walking trail has been established as it offers
ball diamond and concession were built. a lake side stroll to enjoy the sights and sounds
In 1966, 250,000 pickerel fish were stocked into New policy passed for the 2021 camping season - within the wildlife sanctuary of the Park. This trail
the lake, following this golf course and office were In order to protect our area, McLaren Lake prohibits runs along the south side of the lake, there are
added. In 2016-17 a new bathroom/shower was bringing your own firewood into the park. Many benches and it offers a good view of the scenery,
constructed. parks ban outside wood being brought into the birds and the lake. Driving range available/ Golf
parks because people can unknowingly bring course is  under renovation.
Camping pests and disease & excess metals (nails, bolts
etc.) into the parks on their firewood. Help us Music Festival
Camping sites within the mapped campground keep our beautiful park safe! Firewood may be
offer 15-30 amp electrical power. A program purchased at the office for $10 per bundle. McLaren Lake annual Slo-Pitch Tournament/Music
to upgrade electrical pedestals began in 2011 Festival- slo-pitch, music stage, pancake breakfast
Swimming and pie social- 2nd weekend in July

Swimming is available, no lifeguard on duty, swim Canada Day – Fireworks/food
at your own risk. A Blue Imp playground, swings

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FRONTIER Union, SGI office, tavern, bistro, Honey Bee Manufacturing Ltd. is
hairdressers and several home the major economic driver with
The village of Frontier is the perfect of the first houses built in Frontier. based businesses. workers travelling from Shaunavon,
place to spend a day. Located south The original RM office/Royal Bank Frontier also has a number of Val Marie, Eastend and Climax.
of Shaunavon and 14 kilometres Building and the Dunkeely School active community groups and The farm machinery manufacturer
west of Climax, Frontier is a was moved in from 15 miles north organizations, such as a Moms has played a huge role in making
picturesque community. of Loomis. Once produce is ready, and Tots program, quilting group, Frontier the thriving place it is as
A couple of murals located around the museum hosts a market every Minor Sports Association, local Beta it currently employs 180 people,
town add to the attractiveness of Friday afternoon. Sigma Phi chapter, and United and many of which are Filiplio descent
this town of 371. There is a K-12 Frontier boasts a large Norwegian Lutheran churches. If you need who call Frontier home.
school including a daycare in the heritage. Each May 17 Norway’s to stay over we have Gilbertson’s For residents of this charming
school. Independance Day is celebrated Guest House and the Frontier Inn village, it’s the quiet lifestyle
The Rec Centre is the heart of the with Norwegian culinary delights, and Restaurant. and friendly people who are
community with curling, skating, with a few Ole and Lena jokes While the village is an agricultural- always willing to give back to the
hockey (Frontier Flyers), bowling, a thrown in. based community, oil activity in the community that make Frontier a
fast food outlet, miniature golf and Other community events include area has added to our work force. great place to live.
a Pie Friday fundraiser every Friday an annual fowl supper held the last
throughout the winter. Sunday in October which always Visit us on
The Senior Citizens Centre has draws a large crowd. In November, Facebook &
a large activity area, a kitchen, the Minor Sports Association Instagram
billiards, shuffle board and houses organizes its annual supper and
a library. It hosts senior meals auction with proceeds supporting 306-296-2060 • Hwy 18 E. Frontier, SK
every Wednesday throughout the the upkeep of the rink. Various [email protected]
winter. Christmas concerts and activities
The South West Settlers Museum is also take place throughout the Clean, Affordable Rooms
located at the sports grounds just year. Friendly Service
outside the village. The Loomis Hall The community has a variety of
was moved there, as well as one businesses, some of which are
a grocery store, Co-op, Credit

The Village of Frontier Welcomes You!
A welcoming village that is large enough to serve you, and small enough to care!

South of the Valley is where you will find this vibrant village. The vast openness of the village is
where approximately 370 residents deems this their home. The entrepreneurial spirit runs deep,
from the Friggstad Manufacturing days to present-day Honey Bee Manufacturing plant. Come
explore a new business - Frontier’s Flower Patch where you can buy a variety of flowers, trees &
shrubs that are rated for our zone along with outdoor décor to freshen up your back yard.

The Village offers most amenities. Coming for a visit
and need a place to stay? Be sure call the Frontier Inn
& Motel. Your stay at the Frontier Campground, is
now more comfortable with a brand new bathroom and
shower unit accessible for all campers, also offers 15,
30 & 50 amp services. Need groceries for your stay at the
campground? Head over to Frontier Foods for all your
needs. Needing a night out? Stop at Corner Pub & Grill
for a beverage and a bite to eat, when finished sing your
heart out with karaoke. We also have the one of a kind
Frontier Rec Centre complete with a variety of food to
order, bowling, curling, skating, ping pong, air hockey and some of the best ice cream for miles! If you
are having car problems give Cory a call at Border Mechanics and he can assist you. Visiting Old
Man on His Back Nature Conservancy? Before you leave town be sure to stop for coffee at End of
the Line Coffee Bar & Gifts, then remember to fill up with gas at Frontier Pioneer Coop. If traveling/
visiting during the spring/summer months be sure to check out the Frontier Golf Course. A 9 hole
beautiful course that challenges your skill. The Frontier Museum hosts a Market every Friday from
July to September, where you can get anything from fresh veggies to homemade baking to handmade soaps.

Contact the Village of Frontier: P: (306)296-2250 • E: [email protected] • W: www.frontiersask.com
RM of Frontier : P:(306)296-2030 / E: [email protected]

Home to Honey Bee Mfg. (4km's South of Frontier) • Old Man on His Back/Nature Conservancy (39kms West of Frontier)

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EASTEND

Discover Eastend, Saskatchewan

Established in 1914, Eastend is a jewel nestled in the historic Frenchman Rail Ranch Log House” - the Best Log House in the west - and learn
River Valley, better known as the “Valley of Hidden Secrets”. about the history of Eastend and area.

Located on one of Western Canada’s oldest trails – the Red Coat Trail Play a round of golf on our stunning green 9-hole golf course, then cool
(Highway #13), Eastend is a community that offers natural beauty, a off at our new Swimming Pool and Splash Park. Discover handmade
vibrant arts community and a rich historical past. Home to Scotty, the art at one of our exceptional pottery studios, browse our antique and
World’s Largest T.rex, Eastend offers a variety of activities for all the boutique stores, and enjoy a local or international meal at one of our
family to enjoy. friendly restaurants.

Visit Scotty at the T.rex Discovery Centre, learn about Saskatchewan’s Surrounded by nature and breath-taking views, attractions near the
rich prehistoric history, be a paleontologist for a day as you uncover Town include Pine Cree Regional Park, Chocolate Peak, Chimney Coulee,
fossils at the Paleo Lab and enjoy the many exhibits at the Centre. In Brady Coulee and Jones Peak. Take in a historical hiking trek or enjoy
town you can visit the Eastend Historical Museum you will see what our self-guided driving tours that can take you the Continental Divide
settler’s life was like on the Southwest Prairies. Walk around the “Tie and through the Frenchman River Valley where you’ll see an amazing
variety of wildlife.

Spend the evening star-gazing at the Wilkinson Memorial Observatory,
making every minute of your spectacular time in Eastend relaxing and
memorable. Discover Eastend... you’ll never want to leave!

Dino Days: July 22-July 24, 2022
Eastend Garden Market: July 7 – September 15, 2022

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Eastend Historical Museum
306 Red Coat Drive, EastendSK

Phone 306 295-3375

Explore what this amazing seven building complex has to offer!
As you enter the new main building - are welcomed by the big Brontothere,
collection of wild birds and animals.
Continuing to your right see Cory Jones (a self-taught Palaeontologist)
collection of dinosaur bones, you will tour through history from early

years to present as you wander
through the displays – continue
out the back door to view the Tie
Rail Ranch Log house that was
built in 1909.
Don’t forget to see the
Homesteader’s Shack, the
Benison Building with Veteran’s
Room or the Machine Shed that
includes a 1903 Case Steam
Engine, a 1927 Federal Truck and so much more!!
Entering back into main building, stop to honor our fallen soldier in the
2nd World War, who was buried in an unmarked German grave, after
years searching his nephew located his body and brought him back to
Eastend cemetery.

Hours: Tuesday - Sunday from 10:00am – 5:00pm

NIXAVL POTTERY
Nick Saville
• Lightweight, colourful pottery
• Individually hand-painted 215 Railway Street East, Eastend, SK
• Handmade
Phone or Text: 306-295-7432
www.nixavl.ca

Summer Hours (starting May long weekend)
Monday - Sunday 12 Noon to 6 pm
Text or visit Nixavl Facebook
for Events & Happenings

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jolaine_nicole photography Historic

Reesor Ranch

Wide open ranges…incredible fresh air…big blue living skies…
room to breathe!
All this and more awaits you at Historic Reesor Ranch.
Nestled on the north slope of the West Block of Cypress Hills Park,
Historic Reesor Ranch offers an authentic ranch experience and getaway
from the hustle and bustle of city life.
Five generations of Reesors have lived on this land which has been
continuously operated by the family for over 100 years. The sixth
generation which includes grandchildren are now part of our family.
Established in 1904, this is Saskatchewan’s first ranch to be designated
as a Provincial Heritage Property. The ranch represents the development
of family, featuring five original buildings.
With five B&B bedrooms in the historic ranch house, five self-contained
cabins, the Old Log Barn facility with 15 bedrooms and camping-RV sites,
guests are sure to find something suited to their liking.
On site is the Ranch Hall Grill Restaurant and Bar. The menu boasts of
mouth-watering, locally raised 8-oz. bacon wrapped top sirloin steak
with a fresh full salad bar and fixings. Book ahead for meals.
Local wine and beer can be tasted at the Ranch Hall Bar.
Romans packages are available in the Cowboy’s Cabin and Bunkhouse.
There’s also daily horseback activities and ATV guided tours.
Day visitors are welcome.
Hiking and mountain biking on the ranch and beyond via the Trans-
Canada Trail into the Wilderness area of the West Block, Cypress Hills
Park are all part of the adventure to be experienced.
Winter activities and winterized accommodations attract guests for
snowmobiling, tobogganing, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing.

So, come on out - truly a getaway you
don’t want to miss!

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CONSUL

Big Blue Skies Fresh, home-baked goodness, everyday!

The village of Consul is located in the extreme southwest corner of Manley
the province along Hwy 13 and west of Hwy 21. The agriculture-based Bread & Honey
community has a small core of essential businesses and services that Bakery & Cafe
serve its residents and those in the surrounding area. These services
include a K-12 school, two churches, a skating and curling rink, and a HoursC: onsul, SK
public library.
Monday - Friday, Early - 8:00 pm
The Consul Museum has a group of volunteers with a common interest in Saturday Early - 6:00 pm
preserving local history. The Consul Museum is the first in Saskatchewan
to exist entirely as a website. Sunday 11:30 am - 3:00 pm

Cypress Lake is truly one of the deep southwest’s best recreation areas Extended Hours to Motel Guests
and best kept secrets. With rolling hills to the north, natural prairie grass
and farmland to the south, this prairie lake spans seven miles to the
east/west tips and two miles to the north/south at it’s widest area. the
recreation area is off of Cypress Lake road (between Consul and Cypress
Hills Park) and can be accessed from Hwy 21.

Stardust Inn @ Consul SK
1916 Restored Character Home

“Book now for the Phone: 306-299-2050
whole house or one
of the four uniquely Cell: 306-299-7181 o
decorated rooms in this oo o
1916 character home.
We are located along • 2 Queen & 2 Double South Country Inn & Suites
the Redcoat Trail, next Rooms
to a real ghost town. • Well-stocked 10 Updated Rooms
Go boating on nearby Country Kitchen 4 - 2 Bedroom
Cypress Lake, say hello • TV & Free WiFi
to Scotty at the T Rex • 2 Bathrooms Vacation Apartments
Discovery Centre, or • Laundry
cross the USA border • Huge Yard Phone: 306-299-2050
for a day of shopping. • ... and much more! Cell: 306-299-7181
Whatever you plan to
do, the Stardust Inn is an “The small motel with BIG service”
ideal location for singles
coming through the area
or long awaited family
get-togethers.

Book or Inquire through for more Information

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Life is more fun when
you are at the lake!

The countdown is on at Lac Pelletier Regional Park (the Park) for users with our “Stay and Play” camping and golf packages that are
opening day on May 19, 2022. Have you booked your campsite? If not, available for stays Sunday to Thursday for the full Park season.
you better because the secret is out “Lac Pelletier” is where you want to
be this summer! No RV – no worries, check out our micro chalets (camping cottages) in
the core area adjacent to Darling’s Campground. Since opening in 2020
Every year the Park continues to improve events, services and amenities the micro chalets have been a favorite for Park users. The micro chalets
and this year is no different. The Clubhouse has been renovated, ½ provide you with a roof over your head, beds, mini-fridge, barbecue,
basketball court has been installed at the south end and the mini-golf and are next to washrooms and showers. Best of all you get to enjoy
has been totally redone. all the fun activities that the Park has to offer without having to worry
about setting up camp!
While July and August are always the busiest time at the Park, the
shoulder seasons offer campers the opportunity to enjoy all the services If you haven’t finalized your summer vacation plans the Park has a
and amenities of the Park without all the crowds. Even better, the Park wide selection of tournaments and special events for you to pick from.
offers reduced camping rates from May 19th to June 16th and August We also offer children activities through the Summer Fun program
15th to September 11th. In addition, the Park offers great savings to and kid friendly events that the whole family can participate in. More
information on camping rates, site availability and scheduled events can
be found on the Park’s website.

Most exciting for 2022 is the Guinness World Record attempt on July
30th and we definitely need your help! Not only can you be part of
setting a new “world record” but after there will be an afternoon of
family fun activities that you won’t want to miss.

For more information on the Guinness Attempt and other happenings at
the Park like us on Facebook or Instagram to stay up-to-date on all the
news. If you have never been to Lac Pelletier Regional Park or if it has
been a few years, 2022 is the year to “Come summer with us!”

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www.swiftcurrentex.com Kinetic Park @SCAGEX @SCAGEX

Swift Current
Museum

PUBLIC VIEWING HOURS

MONDAY TO FRIDAY 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
SATURDAY 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

UPCOMING EXHIBITIONS WALKING TOURS DRIVING TOURS

• Canola: A Story of Canadian Throughout July and August Stop by & pick up our: A Driving
Innovation On Now to July 2nd join us for great tours of the Tour Guide. This experience will take
Cemetery and our Historic you to the sites of some of Swift
• To What Degree? Canada in a Downtown. Current’s most interesting spots in &
Changing Climate: July 11th to Contact the museum for further around the Community.
October 2nd details or visit our website at
www.swiftcurrent.ca/museum. 44 Robert St. W. • Swift Current, SK
• Fighting in Flanders - Gas. 1-306-778-2775
Mud. Memory: October 11th to
December 31st

Check our website and Facebook
for future events and exhibitions.

The Museum’s permanent gallery space
traces the connection between people and the

land... from the sea creatures of 70 million
years ago to today

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SWIFT CURRENT

Ted Knight Saskatchewan Hall of Fame

About the Hall 41427736 • 04/15/2022 The Braves were the last Junior Team in Manitoba to win the Memorial
Cup, defeating the Flin Flon Bombers in the Abbott Cup and the
The Ted Knight Saskatchewan Hockey Hall of Fame is located in the Peterborough Petes in the Memorial Cup. The Petes at the time were
city of Swift Current at the Innovation Credit Union iplex. It came to coached by a young upstart Coach by the name of Scotty Bowman.
be through many discussions over a period of years, and with the
renovation of the facility came an opportunity to design an award- Ted turned the experience and team-building he had with the Braves
winning space to house the Hall on the upper level. into a successful business career, first with Chrysler Credit, and then
with Crestview Chrysler Dodge in Regina, Sask. From the beginnings of
This paved the way for the formation of a Board of Directors to take the that dealership in Regina, the family has expanded to include a network
project from an idea to a reality. The Hall is constructed with movable of 15 dealerships in Saskatchewan, Alberta and Manitoba.
display cases in a mock-arena with actual rink boards, a theatre room,
an interactive area, and even a chandelier of hockey sticks! Since In 1986, Ted along with his business partners Bill Hicke, Morley
opening in 2012 to celebrate 100 years of Hockey Saskatchewan, the Ted Gusway, Jack Nichol and Huddy Bell purchased the Regina Pats, and
Knight Saskatchewan Hockey Hall of Fame has welcomed visitors from they owned the club for the following ten years. The Knight family is
around the world. synonymous with hockey in Saskatchewan. Ted’s children, Tracey, Kevin
and Kyle, as a legacy for their late father and his love for the game of
Though the official location of the Hall is Swift Current, the Hall of Hockey graciously have supported the Hall and the Legends Live Here
Fame wants to stress the inclusion of the entire province. An induction Campaign, which I was privileged to be Honorary Chair.
dinner is held annually, in a different location across the province, to
allow everyone in Saskatchewan the opportunity to be involved in this In recognition of the gift of $500,000 on behalf of the Knight family, we
initiative and the fundraising efforts needed to maintain and promote are honoured to rename the Saskatchewan Hockey Hall of Fame, the Ted
the Hall. Knight Saskatchewan Hockey Hall of Fame.

About Ted Knight Founders Wall of Fame

Ted was born in Selkirk, Man., and grew up in Winnipeg on the east side Are you looking for the perfect way to honour your favourite
of the city, playing hockey on the outdoor rinks of Winnipeg. championship team? What about the perfect gift for the hockey fan in
your life?
He ended his playing career with the Winnipeg Braves junior hockey
team and was a member of the 1958-59 Memorial cup team that year The Saskatchewan Hockey Hall of Fame has just what you need - the
along with a few hockey greats that those of us who are a little older chance to immortalize your family member, friend, coach, teammate,
would recognize, such as Gary Bergman, Ted Green, Bobby Leiter and colleague, favourite team or memory - amongst some of the biggest
Ernie Wakely. hockey names in Saskatchewan. For a minimum investment of $1,000,
you will receive a “brick” on the Founders Wall of Fame, featuring a
Ted Knight Saskatchewan 40-48 character personalized inscription, and a $1,000 charitable tax
Hockey Hall of Fame receipt. Brick quantities are limited so don’t miss your chance to be part
of this unique monument!
Credit Union i-plex
2001 Chaplin St. E., Swift Current, SK The Saskatchewan Hockey Hall of Fame is a proud member of the
Museums Association of Saskatchewan and recognized by Tourism
306-773-3031 Saskatchewan. For more information, please contact (306)-789-5101.

PUBLIC VIEWING HOURS

Tuesday - Saturday, from 1pm - 5pm
Request for groups can be made by calling 306-773-3031

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Festival Information
Free Admission
The SaskPower Windscape Kite Festival welcomes an impressive cast of
Celebrity Kite Flyers each year to present an incredible array of kites against Experience the majesty of the prairie sky with
the beautiful Saskatchewan sky. Over 40 national and international stars of fun for the whole family!
kite performing and kite-making annually attend Windscape, most of whom windscapekitefestival.ca
have flown at some of the most prestigious and largest festivals in the world.
Along with the fantastic lineup of kite artist and flyers, the SaskPower LINEUP ANNOUNCEMENT
Windscape Kite Festival features a wide variety of activated for children COMING SOON
and families. The TD Bank Children’s Tent offers many opportunities to keep
kids of all ages entertained and engaged. There is a bubble station, balloon LONGDAYSNIGHT.CA
sculpting, a straw bale maze, a “Flying Dragon” booth and an obstacle course
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Kite Building Workshops, where everyone can create a custom made kite. With
the assistance of skilled volunteers, both children and adults can construct a
simple sled or bird-shaped kite guaranteed to fly.
There is no admission to come and enjoy the SaskPower Windscape Kite
Festival, and visitors receive a free festival program and passport upon
arrival. There is plenty to do at Windscape, but it is still recommended to
take the time to sit back and enjoy the sky filled with colour and characters.
Bring a chair and join Swift Current in watching the parade of interesting
kite performances and artistic masterpieces as they take over the vast
Saskatchewan skies.

DIRECTIONS

From Highway 1 heading West:
• Take the Cadillac/Rosetown exit
• Turn left at the stop light
• Turn right onto South Railway St E
• Turn left onto 6th Ave SE
• Turn right on Gladstone (4 blocks)
• Turn left onto 2nd Ave SE (4 blocks)
• Go to the top of the hill and turn right onto Marston St, gravel road
• Turn left onto 11th Ave SW, gravel road

From Highway 1 heading East:
• Turn right onto Lac Pelletier Trail
• Turn left onto South Railway St. W
• Turn right onto 11th Ave SW, gravel road

From Highway 4 heading North:
• Turn left onto South Railway St. W
• Turn left onto 6th Ave SE
• Turn right onto Gladstone (4 blocks)
• Turn left onto 2nd Ave SE (4 blocks)
• Go to top of hill and turn right onto Marston St, gravel road
• Turn left onto 11th Ave SW, gravel road

From Highway 4 heading South:
• T urn left at bypass around city, following #4 highway signs (highway 4
turns into Memorial Drive)
• Turn right onto South Railway St. W
• Turn left onto 6th Ave SE
• Turn right onto Gladstone (4 blocks)
• Turn left onto 2nd Ave SE (4 blocks)
• Go to top of hill and turn right onto Marston St, gravel road
• Turn left onto 11th Ave SW, gravel road

EMPRESS

Often referred to as the “Hub Of The West,” Empress If you’re looking for a tack shop or barrel racing natural lay of the land to create habitat for birds
is a little village located 120 kilometres north of workshops, call Jen at 403- 664-5013 or Dale 403- and wildlife. This growing in the surroundings into
Medicine Hat, just off “the Buffalo Trail” (Highway 502- 1219. If you are a labyrinth enthusiast, give Lori 20 acres of prairie that inspired them. In of effort,
41) along the Saskatchewan- Alberta border. a call 403-565-2288. and a lot more landscaping, but it has proven to be
Empress is nestled in the confluence of the Red Deer Twelve km east of town, on the north banks of a great attraction. For lovers of art, old churches,
and South Saskatchewan rivers. The natural prairie the Red Deer River, is the Forks Prairie U-Pick and gardeners, Sagebrush Studio & Art Galleries
surroundings and river valleys are home to many Fruit Orchard, contact Cathy at 403-565-2191 for is open by appointment from June to September.
bird species, wildlife, horse and cattle ranches. information. Appointments can be made by calling 403-565-2039
The village is home to several Alberta Heritage Sites Drive 20 km east of Empress and you will find or by going online to www.deanfrancis.ca.
– the 1914 St. Mary’s Anglican Church is original, Sagebrush Studio and Art Galleries, where prairie Each spring since 2001, Dean and Fran host a grand
quaint and charming. The 1913 CPR Station, lovingly painter Dean Francis has three restored churches spring open house on the first week- end in June,
rescued and properly restored, a work in progress, is filled with art, and surrounded by 20 acres of prairie when all the new and recent paintings are on exhibit
open for visits. gardens. in the Sagebrush Galleries. It is a well-attended
Peter Fidler Campground and Uptown RV Park, offer Painting from a young age, Dean Francis became event with about 400 folks out to enjoy the art,
full service camping. Contacts for the heritage sites a full-time artist in 1978. As an avid photographer, the galleries, the gardens, the live music and
and camping sites, are the village office 403-565- he roamed the prairie and river valleys in the area, refreshments.
3938 or That’s Empressive, a must-see tea house, art observing and collecting reference for his paintings. Dean provided works for many galleries and art
gallery, gift shop and fuel stop. www.empressive.ca. Constantly inspired by the natural beauty of the shows over the years. In 2000, he and his wife Fran,
The Forksview Motel (403-565-2003) offers year- land, in 1996, Dean moved his house and studio from moved and restored an abandoned church from
round suites. Just south of town, the River Hills the family farm at Mantario to its current location at Mantario to exhibit his paint- 2005, the couple
Lodge and Retreat (403-565-2252) offers meal- Sagebrush Studio & Art Galleries. He began to plant moved in two more abandoned churches, one from
inclusive accommodation for large and small groups. all kinds of shelterbelt trees, and other native trees Pinkham, restored to become a bigger studio, and
Murray Roger’s Big Buck Lodge offers a deluxe alpine and shrubs in long curved furrows, following the the other moved from Mendham to become another
cabin that sleeps six. grand gallery space.

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BLUMENFELD

Visiting Blumenfeld Heritage Site, in the The church and grotto were designated as a
middle of the Saskatchewan prairie, you can provincial heritage site in 1983. Along with the
feel the history of the place. You can close church, the site includes a clapboard prayer
your eyes and visualize a young bride full of house, cemetery, memorial shrine, magnificent
nervous excitement, or sense the energy of fieldstone grotto and an open-air Stations of
children rushing by eager for a Sunday visit the Cross. Surrounding the church is a grassy
and the joyful chatter of the annual bazaar four-hectare area enclosed in a hedgerow.
reverberating from the basement.
The church has not been used for regular
The few cracks in the church’s foundation services since 1964, but is still used for special
aren’t wrinkles from strain. Rather, they are occasions such as weddings, funerals and
the laugh lines from the memories shared community gatherings. Hundreds of people
by gathering pilgrims. Saints Peter and make an annual pilgrimage to the historic
Paul Church, parish of Blumenfeld, stands church every June.
majestically against the prairie sky. Built in
1915, it is a tribute to the early German settlers. To find the site, turn east at the Blumenfeld
sign 16 kilometres south of Leader on Hwy 21
The church’s records tell the story of what was and proceed another 6.4 kilometres.
once a thriving rural parish.

Brooks
Corn Maze

South of Brooks, AB, 7th Street East & Industrial Road

403-793-4034

Open Weekends mid-August through October

Look for details
on Facebook
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Guide to The Great Sandhills N

You are here

12.5 miles
20km

Prelate
St. John’s School
Explore the Dirt RoadWelcome to
Gravel RoadThe Great Sandhills Museum!
Great Sandhills
While in Sceptre visit our:
The Great Sandhills Museum is the gateway to the Great Sandhills. t 15 murals
Museum staff will be pleased to tell you everything you need to know t Metal wheat sculpture
before starting your adventure on the dunes. t Painted fire hydrants

Take a walk down memory lane and stroll the wooden boardwalks of Please come again!
the Great Sandhills Museum exhibits. Inside you’ll find 11 room displays,
each depicting a different theme. Blumenfeld Church Great Sandhills
Museum Box29
On the grounds, explore the historical village and discover the barn, Cattle gate Sceptre, SK SON 2H0
church, antique machinery, early 1900’s house and wildflower gardens. (306) 623-4345
14 miles [email protected]
The large mass of sand and dunes cover 1,900 square kilometres and 27.8 km
are subject to very strong winds, creating an ever-changing landscape. Parking Lot
Some of the dunes stand 15 to 20 metres high, and cover several
hectares of land. Maple Creek 86 km 531/2 mles
South HWY #21
The Sandhills are fringed by small clumps of trees such as aspen and
birch, and are home to native grasses, abundant wildlife, and the rare 35
Ord’s Kangaroo Rat.

The Great Sandhills are used to pasture up to 16,000 head of cattle
during a 7 month grazing period. The area also hosts widespread oil and
gas exploration.

Thousands of people come to see, photograph and climb the dunes each
year. There is nothing like the feel of the soft smooth sand between
your toes as you explore the banks of the Great Sandhills!

• W hen visiting the Great Sandhills, there is off-road parking within
walking distance of the dunes.

• N O FIRES and NO SMOKING of any kind are allowed because of the
risk of wildfires.

• V isiting the Great Sandhills is a privilege: please respect the laws
as posted.

About GSHS

The Great Sandhills Museum & Interpretive Centre is operated by the
Great Sandhills Historical Society (GSHS).

The GSHS is a volunteer organization with a local board of directors. We
contribute our time to the operation and advancement of the Museum,
and to preserving and promoting the Great Sandhills area.

We are a registered charity and we welcome donations. You receive
a tax donation for your support and your name will be prominently
displayed in our lobby.

Our address: GSHS, Box 29, Sceptre, SK  S0N 2H0

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GOLF COURSES

ANTELOPE LAKE REGIONAL PARK GULL LAKE MEDICINE HAT
Antelope Lake Golf Course, Meadowdale Golf Course, 9 hole, sand greens Paradise Valley Golf Course, 18 hole, par 3
9 hole, sand greens
306-672-3933 306-672-4183 403-526-3330
(located 4 km east on Hwy No. 1) licensed restaurant, outdoor patio
BURSTALL
Burstall Golf Course, 9 hole, grass greens Antelope Lake Reg. Park, Connaught Golf Club 403-526-0737
9 holes, sand greens
306-679-2200 306-672-3933 Cottonwood Coulee Golf Course
403-529-1010
CABRI (located 20 km north on Hwy 37 and 3.2 km east)
Miry Creek Golf Course, 9 hole, sand Desert Blume Golf Club 403-581-4653
LEADER
greens River Ridge Golf Course, Medicine Hat Golf & Country Club
306-587-2689 403-529-6930
(located 5 miles west of Cabri on Hwy. 32) 9 holes, grass greens
306-306-628-3256 SHAUNAVON
CORONACH sand bunkers, cart/club rentals Rock Creek Golf & Country Club
Coronach Golf Course, 9 hole, grass greens (located on the banks of the South
Saskatchewan River) 306-297-6366
306-267-3300 9 hole, grass greens
MAPLE CREEK
EASTEND Maple Creek Golf Club, 9 hole, grass SWIFT CURRENT
Streambank Golf Club, 9 hole, Chinook Golf Course, 18 hole 306-778-2776
greens 306-662-2886
grass greens restaurant & lounge
306-295-3792 Willowbend Mini Golf 306-662-3006 Elmwood Golf Club, 18 hole 306-773-2722

FRONTIER Cypress Hills Mini Golf 306-662-2012 restaurant & lounge
Frontier Golf Course, 9 hole, sand greens
Cypress Hills Golf Course, 9 hole, grass TOMPKINS
306-296-2160 greens 306-662-4422 Rolling Acres Golf Course, 9 hole, sand greens
(located 1 mile north of Frontier)
(at Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park) 306-622-2253

CAMPGROUNDS

BURSTALL LEADER - Lions Campground 628-3868 SHAUNAVON
Burstall Campground - serviced sites.
GRASSLANDS NATIONAL PARK Shawnee Campground – elec. sites, picnicking,
306-679-2000 Rock Creek Campground - 24 Tent/RV electric 306-297-2605

CABRI sites (all 50 amp) with fire pits and picnic showers, modern washrooms, sewage dumping
Cabri Regional Park – elec. & non-elec. sites tables. Kitchen shelter, day use picnic area, station. Located in Memorial Park

306-587-2755. vault toilet, easy access to potable water, - Pine Cree Regional Park 306-297-7970 – a

Beach, boat launch, concession stand, RV dump tank. Reservations recommended. natural environment regional park located on

playground, horseshoe pits, picnic sites Phone: 1-877-737-3783 Grid Road 633, 13 km NE of Eastend, or 30 km

CLIMAX MAPLE CREEK west of Shaunavon. Scenic camping, picnicking,
Climax Campground – 6 elec. units,
Eagle Valley Park - elec sites, pull through hiking, fishing, playground. 28 non-elec. sites,
bathrooms 306-293-2124 sites, fire wood, showers, indoor pool, limited sites for trailers 28+ft.

CONSUL restaurant 306-662-2788 SWIFT CURRENT

Cypress Lake Campground – 6 miles west of - Willowbend Campground – elec sites, Trail Campground - 701 11 Ave. NW, Swift
Hwy 21, (no elec. or running water) dock, 2 cabins, showers, washrooms, picnicking, Current. Phone: 306-773-8088

boat launch, toilets mini golf, playground, sewage dump -Ponderosa Campground - Tenting and RV
306-662-3006 camping. 306-773-5000.
- Redcoat RV Park (in town) 306-299-2046,
elec. service - Rotary Campground – picnicking, camping. -Kilton Hill Campground- 22 full-service

CORONACH Sewage dump station. Located west of sites with 30 amp. power, water and sewer
Coronach Poolside park- 16 campsites with rodeo grounds. hookups. Located 2 kms off the TransCanada

30-amp service, showers, sewer and water. - Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park Highway and 7 minutes from downtown
Playground. Located next to the Coronach Swift Current. Pet friendly, playground,
Sportsplex. Free WIFI. Phone: 306-267-2318 - Centre Block - elec, non-elec. sites, bathroom, shower, WIFI access, horseshoe
306-662-5411 cabin rentals/rooms
EASTEND 306-662-4477 pits, and group fire pit area.
Town of Eastend Campground – no Phone: 306-741-1538 or 306-741-2055.
reservations, elec. & non-elec. sites, - West Block (rustic camping) 306-662-5489
TOMPKINS
picnicking, showers - Fort Walsh (West Block - camping, Shady Place Campground – elec. & non-elec.

FRONTIER picnicking)306-662-3590 306-622-2020

Frontier Campground – elec. & non-elec. MCLAREN LAKE PARK VAL MARIE
sites, 306-296-2250. Bathrooms, picnicking,
Located 5 mi. west & 11 mi. south of Val Marie Campground- On-site sami-dump
sewage dumping Richmound. Elec. & non-elec. sites. 306-662- and central water tap available. Washrooms

GULL LAKE 4824 or 306-662-4735 and showers are wheelchair accessible.
All sites serviced with electricity. Phone:
Antelope Lake Regional Park – elec. sites, SASKATCHEWAN LANDING PROVINCIAL PARK
306-672-3933 (summer), 306-672-4002 30-amp service, beach, boat launch, 306-298-2022

(winter) picnicking, showers, washrooms, drinking water, electric sites, equestrian -Frenchman Valley Campground- 20 tent/RV
beach, hiking, boating. camping, fire pit, fish cleaning facility, electric sites, 3 walk-in Tipi campsites, and

- Gull Lake Campsite – elec. & non-elec. marina. Boat rentals. Barrier-free campsites 4 oTenTik units. Fire pit and picnic table per
sites, 306-672-8075. Showers, washrooms, and washrooms/shower, pet friendly. Phone: site. Potable water and vault toilets. Coulee
Centre cook shelter. Phone: 306-298-2257
38 playground, sewage dumping 306-357-5525

Effective July 1st to September 5th: Effective May 15th
Monday - Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Saturday: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Every Day
Sunday: Noon to 5:00 p.m. 662-2808

Open Noon - 5:00 p.m. on Stat Holidays:
July 1st, August 1st & September 5th
In-Store Bakery and Deli • 662-2643

Consul: Gull Lake:

Mon. - Fri., Mon. - Fri.,
6:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.,
8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Sat. 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.,
Sun. 12:00-5:00 p.m.
Sat. 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Ph: 306-672-4105
Ph: 306-299-2022
Food, Liquor, hardware, Agro, Fuel
Food, Liquor,
hardware, Agro, Fuel

Mon. - Fri., Tompkins: Eastend: Bracken:
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Closed from Noon to 1:00 p.m. Mon. - Fri. Mon. - Fri. Mon. - Sat.
7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Ph: 306-623.4224
Sat. - Sun. Ph: 306-295-3651 Ph: 306-293-2700
Fuel, Convenience Store 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Hardware, Agro Fuel, Hardware, Feed, Agro Food, Fuel, Hardware, Agro, Tires
Ph: 306-622-2242

Fuel, Convenience Store, Hardware, Agro

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Medicine Hat’s Historic Downtown

Downtown Self-Guided Tours

Stay outdoors and explore all seven tours — experience one historic brick building after another as you indulge

in freshly-brewed coffee, hearty sweet treats, and impressive public art, all while basking in the Medicine Hat sunshine.

Bakery Tour Historic Downtown Tour

The tastiest of our tours will bring Take a deep-dive into our history,
you to all sweet and savoury and into some of the most
treats in the downtown area. prominent buildings in the city.

Sunniest Spaces James Marshall Murals

With 330 days of sunshine, you One of the most prominent artists
bet downtown Medicine Hat in the city. Enjoy a tour of James
has outdoor spots where you Marshall’s beautiful brick murals.
can enjoy the summer sun!
Public Art
Indy Coffee Tour Stops
Explore the free and accessible
So much coffee, so many baked creative diversity from local
goods! Check out a handful of to international artists.
the city’s exceptional cafes.

Downtown Murals Details and a map for these tours can be found in our
Experience Medicine Hat Guide on our website. Physical
There are plenty of new murals copies are found at the Swift Current Museum and Visitor
to the city’s downtown. Grab Centre. If you’d like a guide mailed to you, just contact us!
a coffee and enjoy the art!

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