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Rosthern Region ADVERTISER DIRECTORY - Pages 6-31 CAMPING & ACCOMMODATIONS
NATIONAL / PROVINCIAL / REGIONAL PARKS
Academy Bed & Breakfast..........................................................14 Bellevue Campground................................................................18
Fort Carlton Provincial Park......................................................21 Martins Lake Regional Park.......................................................85 Wakaw Lakw Regional Park.......................................................89 Waldheim Valley Regional Park.................................................88
EVENTS & THEATRE 12-40 and Beyond.......................................................................31 Hague Threshermen’s Show......................................................26 The Barn Playhouse....................................................................29
GOVERNMENT / MEDIA / TOURISM Clark’s Crossing Gazette.............................................................16 Town of Blaine Lake....................................................................30 Town of Hague............................................................................25 Town of Osler..............................................................................28 Town of Rosthern..........................................................................7 Town of Waldheim......................................................................23
MUSEUMS & ATTRACTIONS Centre Culturel le Rendez-Vous.................................................18 Doukhobor Dugout House.........................................................31 Duck Lake Regional Interpretive Centre...................................20 Glen Scrimshaw Gallery.............................................................22 Mennonite Heritage Museum.....................................................11 River Valley Museum Network...................................................15 Seager Wheeler Farm...................................................................8 Waldheim Museum.....................................................................23
RESTAURANTS & BARS Duck Lake Hotel..........................................................................19 King’s Chicken & Pizza................................................................10 Osler Restaurant.........................................................................27 Rosthern Subway..........................................................................9 Sixth & Railway Grill....................................................................12 The Station Arts Centre Tea Room............................................13 The Cork & Kettle Pub and Eatery.............................................12 TLC Café.......................................................................................18
SHOPS & SERVICES 312 Petro Canada..........................................................................9 Block’s Agencies.........................................................................23 Friesen’s Bigway.........................................................................10 Funk’s Funeral Home....................................................................7 Granger Drugs.............................................................................23 Hague Bigway.............................................................................27 Red’s Liquor & Beer Store..........................................................10 Rosthern Agencies........................................................................6 Rosthern Clothes Basket..............................................................9 Rosthern Pharmacy......................................................................6 Valley Sports & Hardware............................................................8 Walter Agencies.............................................................................9
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EA Rawlinson Centre..................................................................33 Northern Lights Bluegrass.........................................................34 Northern Lights Casino..............................................................37 Vintage Power Machines Threshing Festival............................39
Prince Albert Historical Society.................................................35
NATIONAL/PROVINCIAL/REGIONAL PARKS Honeywood Heritage Nursery...................................................38
GOVERNMENT / MEDIA / TOURISM Prince Albert Tourism & Marketing............................................32
The Battlefords Region ADVERTISER DIRECTORY - Pages 40-52 EVENTS & THEATRE
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Battlefords Exhibition Park........................................................45 Gold Eagle Casino.......................................................................48
Allen Sapp Gallery / The Chapel Gallery...................................42 Fred Light Museum.....................................................................44 Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame & Museum.....................43 Sesula Mineral and Gem Museum.............................................52 Western Development Museum................................................ 41
GOVERNMENT / MEDIA / TOURISM Destination Battlefords..............................................................40 Village of Borden.........................................................................49 4
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Coldwell Banker - Darla Schwartz.............................................58 Lake Vista (North Ridge Land)...................................................66 North Prairie Developments......................................................92 North Ridge Development Corporation......................................2 North Ridge Development Corporation....................................67
EVENTS & THEATRE Dakota Dunes Casino.................................................................53 Dalmeny Days..............................................................................75 Festival Fête Fransaskoise................................................................62 John Arcand Fiddle Fest....................................................................69 Nutrien Fireworks Festival.........................................................60 Saskatchewan Rush.................................................................... 91 Saskatoon Folkfest.....................................................................59 Shakespeare on the Saskatchewan..........................................64 Town of Langham Community Events......................................72 Wheatland Express Excursion Train..........................................71 Wyant Group Raceway...............................................................54
GOVERNMENT / MEDIA / TOURISM City of Martensville.....................................................................66 City of Warman............................................................................56 Kelly Block, Member of Parliament...........................................69 Prairie Sky Chamber of Commerce...........................................63 STARS Air Ambulance 2018 Lottery...........................................76 Saskatchewan Valley
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RESTAURANTS & BARS Subway - Martensville................................................................66 The Caesar Mill Ale & Eats..........................................................67 Vern’s Pizza - Martensville..........................................................70 Wagon Wheel Restaurant...........................................................57
SHOPS & SERVICES Crystal Car Wash.........................................................................66 Diamond Centre Pharmacy........................................................56 I-Deal-To-U Thrift Store..............................................................56 Kessler Insurance........................................................................56 Laskowski & Wright LLP, CPA.....................................................57 Martensville Veterinary Hospital...............................................67 OK Tire - Warman........................................................................57 Warman Thrift Shop....................................................................57 Young Living Essential Oils.........................................................36
GREENBRYRE GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB.................... 78 KACHUR’S GOLF CLUB............. 80 MARTINS LAKE REGIONAL PARK..................... 85
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MOON LAKE GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB.................... 86 THE LEGENDS GOLF CLUB......... 83 VALLEYVIEW DELISLE GOLF CLUB............................. 81 WAKAW LAKE REGIONAL PARK..................... 89 WALDHEIM REGIONAL PARK..... 88
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Summer adventures await you in Rosthern Rosthern is a beautifully kept, quaint little town with an impressive array of amenities and events that will make your summer vacation the most talked about trip for years to come. Being bored in Rosthern is impossible whether you are simply passing through on the twinned highway 11 or seeking an extended stay. Avid golfer? Theatre lover? Geocacher? Family seeking adventure? Rosthern has it all! What’s on your summer to do list? • Multiple generations in the Rosthern area fondly remember the giant slide and zip line at the Valley Regional Park! Open for yet another season, stretch your legs in the creative playground before you continue on your road trip or park your camper and stay a while. • Golfers won’t be able to resist the lush rolling greens at the 18-hole golf course. This course is very playable and fun for a new golfer, but the numerous sand traps, water hazards, and variety of holes also keep it challenging for the more experienced. • The Summer Playground Program in Rosthern has a jam packed schedule that will wow kids ages 5 to 12. Offering families extremely affordable rates, this daily program gives kids the opportunity to participate in arts, sports and cultural activities in July and August. Ditch the electronics with trips to the library, explosive fun with GO Science!, field trips to local businesses, swimming days at the pool, and much much more!
• Rosthern Valley Aquatic Centre is a hub of summer activity from May through to the end of August offering swimming lessons for all ages and daily public swim. • Attention geocachers! Did you know there are hundreds of geocaches in and around Rosthern? The site of a Mega Event in 2014, the variety of caches will keep you busy all summer long. • History buff? Rosthern is home to deeply rooted Canadian history and museums in the area tell the stories of the people who settled here. It will take more than just one day to take it all in! • Locally grown produce is the pride of the prairies and you can find a delicious selection every week at the Rosthern and District Farmer’s Market. Take a walk up Main Street and enjoy what the local shops, restaurants, stores and pubs have to offer. Continued on next page
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Summer adventures await you in Rosthern Continued from previous page • Plan your vacation around the Rosthern Town and Country Fair July 27 - 29 to see the KCRA Rodeo and everything else that comes along with a good old fashioned fair. The sites, the sounds and the food are all well worth the trip. • Art galleries and locally made gifts available in Rosthern will take your breath away. The artistic talent in the valley runs deeply and is always enthusiastically shared with visitors of all ages. • An arts and culture gem in the heart of Rosthern, the Station Arts Centre is home to a professional theatre production for a full month in the summer. Dinner and a show with a stroll down the walking trail to take in some amazing scenery; it’s the perfect date. Find all the fun with Rosthern Recreation on Facebook and check out the extensive town website with dates and details for everything on your summer to do list at www.rosthern.com. A fantastic summer adventure awaits you in Rosthern…where lifestyle counts.
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Seager Wheeler Farm
A showcase of agricultural history Just seven kilometres east of Rosthern on Highway #312, the Seager Wheeler Farm (SWF) is a national historic site that honours the life and work of Dr. Seager Wheeler. As a five time World Wheat Champion between 1911 and 1918, Wheeler became known worldwide as an authority on selecting and growing grain. With his Marquis 10B and Red Bobs, which allowed farmers to grow wheat that would not succumb to frost, Wheeler became a key player in turning Saskatchewan into the wheat province. Wheeler, who was born in England in 1868 and came to Canada in 1885, was well known as a part-time inventor of farm implements and developer of new grain and horticultural varieties. He developed important soil conservation techniques and was a pioneer in planting trees for protection against the wind. A few years ago, shelterbelts were planted on the farm with 1,200 poplar and spruce trees. They receive ongoing maintenance. The Seager Wheeler Farm, originally known as Maple Grove, is a site that has been restored to illustrate the history of agriculture in this area. It will also inform visitors of the latest developments in the field. When you first arrive, you register at the visitor centre, a century old dwelling, which houses the Maple Grove Tea Room. Upstairs, you’ll find an interesting display of memorabilia and a video telling the story of Seager Wheeler’s life. A tour of the extensive yard provides insight into how the farm operated around 1919. The original barn with its hayloft, built in 1928, housed the draft horses, whose names can still be seen on the rafters above their stalls.
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This year, visitors will be able to enjoy lots of animals – goats, sheep and horses, along with chickens. The 12-run Massey Harris seed drill, which Wheeler used for seeding his grain likely between 1910 and the late 1940s, was found on a neighbour’s yard, overgrown with weeds. After undergoing restoration, the drill is on-site. Continued on next page
Seager Wheeler
historic farm Original hOmestead of seager Wheeler, renowned world champion wheat grower, pioneer farmer & early conservationist The VisiTor CenTer The Visitor Center is located at the center of the Seager Wheeler Farm. Located here are such services as a gift shop, interpretive displays, and a video sharing the life of Seager Wheeler. The Maple GroVe GifT shop Browse through the items in the Gift Shop. Take a look at the book “Canada’s Wheat King”, the life and times of Seager Wheeler. The sun rooM Join us in the warmth of a pleasant setting in our Sun Room for a piece of prairie pie or delicious dessert with tea or coffee.
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A showcase of agricultural history Continued from previous page The seed cleaning plant, restored to its 1918 condition, is furnished with some of its original seed cleaning equipment. Its exhibits tell the story of seed selection in this unique building. The blacksmith shop, chicken coop, shed and houses are open to the public, even though the restoration process continues. We are pleased that the smoke house has been restored and placed on-site near the 1925 house. The ice house was redone and painted and has been placed near the 1925 house. The Seager Wheeler nephews have been very helpful in showing the correct placement of these buildings. The flower gardens are home to some of the most beautiful new and heritage plants that grow on the prairies. The old orchard is a must see with its new fruit trees. Dr. Seager Wheeler had a 45 acre orchard in the 1930s, where he developed his own varieties of apples and fruits and sold nursery stock for years. Today, the five acre orchard provides a lovely demonstration for visitors. The fruits are harvested and used to make some of the tempting desserts served in the Maple Grove Tea Room. Replacement apple trees will be planted this spring along with grapes and strawberries. The tea room will be open from June to the end of August. Dessert nights will be every Thursday evening between 7:00 pm and 9:00 pm. Four mouthwatering desserts will be available with one no sugar added dessert for those wishing to enjoy a treat without sugar. This year’s exciting Canada Day celebration will take place on July 2 and will feature a barbecue starting at 12:00 pm. The Heritage Harvest Festival, featuring bindering, stooking and threshing grain will be held near the end of August or in early September (dates to be announced). The event has been a highlight for many people and we are planning a repeat event this year. Don’t miss it. Come out – stook a few bundles and then come for the threshing event. Get the feel of an old time threshing bee. The SWF is available for school tours and adult guided tours. The facilities can be rented for weddings, reunions, birthdays and other social gatherings. An ongoing project is signage for buildings, machinery and artifacts. This will be continued this year making it easier for self-guided tours. For more information about these events and other activities, check out their website at www.seagerwheelerfarm.org, email seagerwheelerfarm@gmail.com, search Seager Wheeler Farm on Facebook or call 306-232-5959 to make reservations.
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King’s Chicken and Pizza
Catering your summer King’s Chicken and Pizza has been family owned and operated by Leonard and Donna Bruce for the last 13 years. They are located on Sixth Street in Rosthern and offer a selection of chicken, pizza, ribs, subs, lasagne, burgers and more. Owner Leonard Bruce is out in the community more than average, offering catering services as well as sponsoring a large number of local events and charity fundraisers. “We find that with charity events, people really go above and beyond here and we are so happy to be in a position to help out.” King’s summers are packed with their favourite activities: catering golf tournaments, weddings, family reunions and any other event that needs great food. King’s offers a full catering menu at excellent prices. “We just want to promote more of Rosthern and give people a reason to come into town. Showcase what we have. It’s a great place to live and work,” said Leonard To book the catering for your next event, call Leonard and Donna Bruce at 306-232-4858 or drop in to King’s Chicken and Pizza on Main Street in Rosthern. 10
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Mennonite Heritage Museum “The heritage value of Rosthern’s Mennonite Heritage Museum resides in the following character-defining elements: those elements that reflect the mixture of Georgian and Colonial Revival architectural elements, such as the four dormers with lunettes, the symmetrically spaced windows, the four front columns; those elements that speak to the local construction, such as the fieldstone footing and the locally made orange red brick; those elements that speak to its association with the Mennonite community, including the siting of the building on its original one hectare, well landscaped lot.” (From Canada’s Historic Places) Further heritage value resides in its association with the Mennonite community’s early commitment to the preservation of its identity through education. Originally named the German-English Academy, the school was established to provide instruction in English, to preserve the German language and to maintain the Mennonite religion and way of life. The building served in this capacity until 1963, when a newer and larger facility was built on a neighbouring lot to accommodate the growing student population. The German-English Academy became the Rosthern Junior College in 1963 and though now operating out of a different building, the school continues to provide education while maintaining its focus on the Mennonite religion and way of life. Now the Rosthern Mennonite Heritage Museum, the original building stands as a symbol to its alumnae, as well as to the local community, of the Mennonite community’s early commitment to education, as well as the survival and identity of the Mennonite way of life. Today, the museum houses hundreds of artifacts of settlement in the Saskatchewan Valley and surrounding area. It is also home to memorabilia depicting the development of Rosthern Junior College and the paraphernalia of daily life in a rural environment since the end of the 19th Century. The museum is open to the public from the May long weekend until September, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 10:00 am to 4:30 pm and Sundays from 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm and admission is by donation. Visiting at the museum at other times can be arranged by calling George at 306-212-7741; Barb at 306-232-4204 or Lorne at 306-232-5380. Group and school tours are welcome to call 306-2127741 to arrange a time.
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Sixth & Railway Grill and Cork & Kettle Pub Housed in a historical building that was a bank in 1903, the Sixth and Railway Grill in Rosthern offers a bright and sunny space to enjoy a range of tasty meals and friendly service. The original safe in the building now serves as a walk-in cooler and deep freeze. A small renovation is planned to enhance the space and create a more intimate atmosphere. The restaurant shares a kitchen The Cork and Kettle Pub next door. Menus at the two establishments are identical but the daily specials are different. The Cork and Kettle offers a cozy atmosphere with 50 cent wings and $5 pints on Mondays; Taco Tuesdays with $3 tacos, $3 tequila, $4 Coronas and $5 margaritas; Ladies Night on Wednesdays with half price bottles of wine plus two-for-one appetizers; Burger & Beer Night on Thursdays featuring $10 burgers and a beer; Fridays are Racks of Ribs and $3 rye; Sangria Saturdays with $10 litres of sangria; and Hangover Sundays complete with $4.50 caesars, $5 poutine and Sunday family dining (minors permitted). The Cork and Kettle has hosted annual parties for Hallowe’en, New Year’s Eve and St. Patrick’s Day. They recently brought in some board games, card games and trivia games. Feature drink and appetizer specials during “big games’, and Entertainment Nights have ranged from professional musicians, amateur buskers, stand up comedians, and magician acts. The Grill specials include the Classic Veal Cutlet Dinner on Mondays, Kids Eat Free on Tuesdays, two-for-one appetizers on Wednesdays, $11 Pasta Nights on Thursdays, Rack of Ribs Fridays, and a Steak supper special on Saturdays. The pub and restaurant are conveniently located directly across from The Station Arts Centre for pre-show dinners and near other historical attractions. The Grill and the Cork and Kettle offers full table service so there’s no standing in line. Just come in, relax and be taken care of. To ensure more flavourful food in your future, stay tuned to The Sixth & Railway Grill and The Cork & Kettle Facebook pages for special event notifications.
The Sixth & Railway Grill is located in a historic building on one of the busiest corners in Rosthern. It shares a kitchen with the Cork & Kettle Pub next door which features a variety of wines, beer and regular drink specials.
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Station Arts Tea Room a calm classy getaway After 22 years of consistent management, the Station Arts Tea Room in Rosthern has become a virtual brand. If they stopped serving their coconut cream pie, for example, customers would protest! A range of delectable home-made culinary delights continues to draw new and repeat customers for a unique Tea Room experience. Soups, salads and sandwiches, organic, whole-wheat stone-ground bread, Belgian waffles on Saturdays with fruit compote and vanilla cream sauce are some standard items. “People bring their visitors from other provinces or other countries, like New Zealand, and they show up here, which I think is a tribute to the atmosphere and the quality of the food,” says Dennis Helmuth, co-manager along with his sister, Joan Yoder. He says the calm environment of the Tea Room has been called a quiet getaway. “It’s a classy experience yet relatively unassuming.” In recent years, the Tea Room has become increasingly responsive to changing menu needs and requests for vegetarian and gluten free dishes. “We strive to accommodate consumer’s preferences, so we have gluten free bread and a gluten free dessert,” says Helmuth. “We do a lot of our lunch cookery for people that are okay without beef or chicken in the soup.” They may not be vegetarians per se, but requests for vegetarian dishes are common as well. Many ingredients are locally sourced and everything is made from scratch. There’s been a big demand for Saskatchewan sour cherries, which were not readily available eight to 10 years ago, but now make regular appearances on the dessert menu. “At Seager Wheeler Farm, just east of
here, is a substantial source where they are grown and sent for processing.” North of Rosthern wild blueberries and cranberries are purchased annually and regularly featured on the menu. Yoder has been a member of the Slow Food Movement Association, a global network that advocates a return to the use of produce, labour, and economies that sustain local environments and communities. While a separate entity, the Tea Room enjoys a friendly relationship with the Station Arts Centre and the gallery in the facility. Gallery exhibits regularly grace the walls, creating an artistic ambience with the bonus of having unique and changing Tea Room décor. “I don’t think there are too many places that are like this, certainly not in smaller towns,” says Helmuth. For a lovely and singular experience visit the Station Arts Centre and Tea Room in the beautiful prairie town of Rosthern. The Tea Room has regular hours, while Preshow Matinee Luncheons are Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays, and Preshow Full Course Dinners are Fridays and Saturdays. Reservations are strongly recommended.
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Academy Bed and Breakfast Welcome to Academy Bed & Breakfast in picturesque Rosthern! For the third time, Academy B & B is one of Saskatchewan’s Top Ten Bed & Breakfasts, having moved up to second place in 2016. Hosts, Jill & Stew Mitchell, are ready to welcome new and returning guests to enjoy the clean and comfortable rooms, relaxed atmosphere, lovely backyard, and tasty, wholesome breakfasts. As they begin their third year of business, Stew & Jill look forward to entertaining people from all over the world who “Enter as Guests...Leave as Friends!” Located at 402 9th Avenue in Rosthern, Academy B & B is situated on a quiet, tree lined street. The windows face east and west, allowing guests to see some spectacular sunrises and sunsets. During the summer months, the back deck is the perfect spot for relaxing, listening to the birds, and breathing the fresh air. Jill’s own original acrylic paintings and custom framed prints decorate the walls (and are for sale) at Academy B & B. As one guest recently said, “It’s just like staying in an art gallery!” An extensive selection of complimentary coffee, tea and snacks is always available and the massage chair is a popular bonus feature in the guest sitting room. The town of Rosthern offers many services, including a fully stocked grocery store, an outdoor swimming pool, several unique shops, museums, a summer outdoor market, and a variety of eating establishments. Academy B & B is minutes from a number of area attractions, such as Batoche Historical Site, Seager Wheeler Farm, Fort Carlton and Duck Lake. Academy B & B has three guest rooms. The Freshman Room offers a double bed with shared bathroom. The Sophomore Room has a queen-sized bed with shared bathroom. The Graduate Room features a queen-sized bed, a double futon (if needed) and a private three-piece attached bathroom. Academy B & B is open year-round, all weekends and Breakfast at Academy B & B always features fruit, vegetables, healthy whole grains and often includes locally made Mennonite sausage. Coffee is freshly ground, freshly percolated and served hot. 14
The Graduate Room with the futon made up as an extra double bed holidays including Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s Eve and Day. Guests may check in between 3:00 pm and 5:00 pm. Check out time is 10:30 am. These times are flexible, upon request. Recently, Jill was nominated for (and accepted) the position of Chairperson for the Saskatchewan Bed & Breakfast Association. Stew and Jill believe strongly in the importance of giving their guests an authentic B & B experience. They are proud to say, “When you stay at Academy B & B, you can feel safe and sleep soundly, knowing that your ‘home away from home’ has been fully inspected, registered, licensed and accredited.” For more information about Academy B & B, please call 306-232-5633, text 306-940-7652, find them online at www. academybandb.ca or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ academybandb. Guests at Academy each receive a complimentary postcard print of Jill’s original painting entitled, “Winter Wheat”, which depicts a Rosthern elevator.
Academy Bed & Breakfast Call (306) 232-5633 Text (306) 940-7652 jillmitchell@sasktel.net academybandb.ca
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Guide River Valley Museum Network The River Valley Museum Network includes eight museums throughout the Valley area. They will be holding a self-guided tour throughout the months of June, July and August. The Saskatchewan Railway Museum The Saskatchewan Railway Museum is located on Highway 60 (Pike Lake Road) southwest of Saskatoon. The museum has over five acres of displays including historic railway rolling stock, buildings and other artifacts. The museum is open from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and holiday Mondays from Victoria Day to Labour Day. For further information, visit the website at www.saskrailmuseum.org or phone 306-382-9855. Borden Museum The Borden and District Museum consists of five buildings located on Main Street in Borden Saskatchewan. The museum is open from June 2 to August 25, 2018. It is open Tuesdays to Fridays from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, Saturdays 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm and Sundays 2:00 to 4:00 pm. The official museum opening for 2018 is Saturday, June 3 with a flag raising ceremony and free ice cream cones following. Our Canada 150 display in the yellow one-room school building “Celebrating Our Canadian Ways – Eh!!” featuring hand crafted Automata depicting things common to earlier times will remain for 2018. If you did not visit this display last year be sure to come and pull the handle on our welcome sign to see who Borden is “Home to”. The display also includes a paper quilt, depicting life in Borden and area over the years as well as a new bulletin board about the life and times of a local resident. A new display “Valued Vintage?” is in the basement of the Lodge building – showing the creativity of the early pioneers. Our summer student will be working on a display about “Communications Over the Years.” July 7 is “Historic Places Day” and the museum will be offering a guided walking tour of “old Borden” that afternoon. For five weeks during the summer “Adventures at the Museum” will take place Saturdays’ from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. A speaker will talk about some artifact at the museum and a simple craft pertaining to it will be made and is perfectly suited to those from six to 86 years of age! For those who like to get out and about, the museum has two geo-cache sites – one in the village and one in the country. We encourage everyone to come find them! Admission is free. For more information contact 306-9974517 or 306-997-5600 or visit Borden & District Museum on Facebook to see what else is happening.
day, Saturday, May 19. Visitor’s will be greeted and shown off the history of Langham. Langham Days is June 22-24, starting with a parade. Then off to the museum for pie and hot dogs at the library. Coffee time is every Monday, Wednesday and Friday morning from 9:30 am to 10:30 am sponsored by the Plus 60 group. Join us as we celebrate Canada Day on July 2. There is summer programming throughout the season for the kids with some events at the museum. We have a geocache around the museum so come anytime to find it even when the museum not open. Hope to see you fit us in on the self guided tour. Museum summer hours will be Tuesdays to Saturdays from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, or by appointment. Have more questions? Contact 306-283-4342. Hepburn Museum of Wheat The Hepburn Museum of Wheat opens for the season on May 19. It is open every Saturday from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, until September 1, 2018. Harvest Fest is scheduled to take place in September and the Christmas banquet is scheduled for November at the Jubilee Centre in Waldheim. Dates are yet to be confirmed; check at the museum for updates. Continued on next page
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River Valley Museum Network Continued from previous page Mennonite Heritage Museum Located at 6th Avenue and 5th Street in Rosthern, the Mennonite Heritage Museum provides a history of Rosthern and the Mennonite presence in the Saskatchewan Valley area. The museum opens May long weekend through the Labour Day weekend and the hours are Saturdays from 10:30 am to 4:30 pm or by request. Call 306-212-7741. Sask River Valley Museum, Hague The Sask River Valley Museum is open Victoria Day weekend to Thanksgiving weekend. The hours are Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Some of the events at the museum this summer include a Burger Supper on May 11 at 4:30 pm, the museum’s Heritage Day August 18, a Soup & Pie Evening on June 22 starting at 5:00 pm, a noon BBQ and car show on June 23. For more information, please refer to the Town of Hague website.
Waldheim Museum Waldheim Museum in the former CN Station welcomes you to see the many displays of our town and rural areas in earlier days. The station is nestled in the corner of the Sam Wendland Park, a beautiful park with trees, flowers, benches and walking paths. A short railway track now has a jigger complete with its trailer used by section men who maintained the train track. Each crew had a certain amount of track to maintain. The station was built in 1912 and closed in 1976. It was purchased by the town of Waldheim and declared a Heritage Site in 1982. We are open each Wednesday afternoon from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm and also from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm on the last Wednesday of each month or by appointment. Call 306-9454828 or 306-945-2371. Blaine Lake Museum The Blaine Lake Museum is located in the beautiful and historic CNR train station that also houses the Blaine Lake Library. The museum is open the same hours as the library.
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St. Isidore de Bellevue welcomes visitors to their French Canadian community! Bienvenue à Bellevue: a hamlet also known as St-Isidorede-Bellevue. Bellevue a predominantly French - Catholic community, offering masses on Sundays, at 9h a.m. or 11 a.m. depending on the month .You will also find a hint of other cultural influences interwoven into its’ culture today. Most of the residents speak a “patois” which is a mixture of French and English. Many have said we sound a little like our Acadian relatives. Some have noticed a little Mitchif dialect as well. It’s no wonder; after all, we are just 20kms east of Batoche where the battle between the government and the Métis people took place in 1885. Visitors shouldn’t be surprised to find that some of our residents are also of Métis heritage. This French Canadian and Métis history has been captured on canvas and through various visual artwork including sculptures which are displayed in the outdoor art gallery called “La Légende Fransaskoise”. You will notice a giant field pea plant sculpture, a miniature village beside the Centre culturel Le Rendez-vous, and the fransaskois flag, three more symbols representing the community’s cultural and agricultural heritage. Bellevue is proud to display the art and talents of the people living in the region through different venues: Christmas craft show, gift shop and “Les Echos” its monthly newsletter. The Centre culturel Le Rendez-vous also houses: a tourist information centre, the Centre francophone BDS administration offices, the Bellevue Archives, Office of economic development advisor Gérald Gareau, (CÉCS) and a Restaurant. At the Centre, enjoy a cup of coffee at the TLC Café with the locals and catch up on the latest happenings. Hungry? You can enjoy a taste of French Canadian cuisine or choose from the varied menu. Visitors will find the accommodations in Bellevue quite comfortable. A campground equipped with water, power, washrooms, showers, waste disposal, ball diamonds, playground, gazebo and a fully equipped camp kitchen is found
1 block north of the Cultural Centre. If camping isn’t for you, inquire at the Centre for possible accommodations in the region. As you drive around the countryside, you will find farms specializing in pulse and grain crops. Ranches raising beef, buffalo, elk and horses are scattered throughout the countryside. You can even experience a cowboy’s life at Crooked Lake Stables. One of Bellevue’s main industries, Belle Pulses, a pea and lentil cleaning and processing plant, employs many local people and proudly distributes their products worldwide. Of course, the Restaurant will gladly serve you pea soup made with locally grown peas! A short drive up the Minatinas hill, 3 kilometres east of Bellevue, you will find a small chapel dedicated to the Virgin Mary. It is the perfect place to relax, meditate and take in the panoramic view of the prairie landscape. Bellevue is only one of many francophone centres and communities in central and northern Saskatchewan. For more information please visit the Assemblée communautaire fransaskois (ACF) website: http://www.fransaskois. sk.ca or call their toll-free number at 1-800-991-1912 or Continued on next page 17
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St. Isidore de Bellevue welcomes visitors to their French Canadian community! Continued from previous page
check out the http://www.fransaskois.info website for up to date news and francophone events in Saskatchewan . For information about tours, the restaurant, the cultural centre, the campground and other services in the Bellevue, Domrémy and St.Louis area call (306) 423-5303; email: info@cfbds.ca or visit our website www.cfbds.ca. À tantôt!
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Duck Lake Hotel offers relaxing atmosphere Duck Lake Hotel is locally owned and operated by Lance Grosco with son Harrison and his wife Dawn. This family takes the business venture into its 28th year of offering a social hub for local residents, visitors and tourists. The hotel’s historically designed structure complements other businesses on Front Street in Duck Lake. Travellers and tourists can relax in the tavern after a day of sightseeing or travelling while looking at paintings of local chiefs and rebellion leaders in an eclectic atmosphere and have some spirits with the resident spirits. The air-conditioned facility has a seating capacity for 100 and the patio area entices customers to enjoy their beverages outdoors during the spring and summer months. Customers can also enjoy the use of VLT machines and a pool table. An eight-foot screen TV is used for major sports broadcasts. The hotel has a selection of pub food for customers to enjoy with their beverages, everything from our famous double burger to our very popular boneless ribs, wings, poutine and nachos. New feature items include deep-fried shrimp and dill pickles. These items are made from quality products and entice many local area residents to order take out. An ATM is also located on the premises. Thirsty? Need refreshments for the lake or hosting an event? Duck Lake Hotel offers a huge selection of refreshments and off sale items. We also have adult and kids’ slushies and icecaps.
Hours of operation are from 9:30 am to midnight Monday through Wednesday, 9:30 am to 3:00 am Thursday through Saturday, and from noon to midnight on Sundays and holidays. When travelling through Duck Lake and area, remember to stock up on beverages on your way to the lake or purchase some ribs, wings or shrimp for a quick take out supper option.
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Duck Lake Regional Interpretive Centre Welcome, bienvenue, tansi from the Duck Lake Regional Interpretive Centre. As you enjoy a guided tour of our centre, featuring our ongoing theme, “Frontier of First Nation, Métis and Pioneer Society from 1870-1905,” you will have an opportunity to climb our 24 metre tower that offers a panoramic view of the surrounding area. Come immerse yourself in “The Height of Saskatchewan History.” Learn about the lifestyles of the Willow Cree First Nation, Métis and pioneer people, interpreted through breathtaking artwork, artifact displays and interactive models. Our museum collection includes some impressive historic items, among them a gold watch given in sympathy to Gabriel Dumont by the French Canadian community of New York following the events of the 1885 North West Resistance. Other items in our collection include First Nation and Métis costumes, beadwork, religious articles, pioneer tools and equipment from the Hudson Bay Company, the North West Mounted Police and local residents. Our art gallery features rotating works of local Saskatchewan artists. Tours of the centre are available in French and English; interpretive texts are translated in English, French with some Cree. Our theatre, with a seating capacity for 60 people, features our “15 Minutes of Fame” production. The theatre is also available for rent for community functions and business meetings. Catered meals can also be provided. You can complete your visit by browsing in our gift shop, which features handmade moccasins, woodcarvings, wheat weaving and ceramics, along with historical books, cards, posters, T-shirts, pins and much more. Artist Glen Scrimshaw’s wonderful artwork and prints are also available at the Regional Interpretive Centre. Researchers are welcome to utilize our newly developed research centre that consists of a large number of books and documents pertaining to the history of First Nations, Métis and pioneer cultures, as well as the events of 1885. Join us as we celebrate National Aboriginal Day on June 21 with an open house. Join us in celebrating Canada Day on July 1 with an open house, coffee and cake, local entertainment and fireworks. The Heritage Christmas Program, November 26 to December 21, 2018, includes cultural crafts and activities with a seasonal flavour. We can help plan your group’s Christmas party with a catered meal, tour and activities. Hours of operation are 10:00 am to 5:30 pm, Monday to Friday from May 21 to June 30, and seven days a week from July 1 to September 3. The Centre is open by appointment during the winter months; please call for tour bookings. Pre-booked catered meals are also available for groups. Gift shop, viewing tower, picnic area, free parking, art gallery 20
and videos are all part of the Interpretive Centre experience. Call 1-866-467-2057, fax 306-467-2257 or visit the website at www. ducklakemuseum.com. The Interpretive Centre is located at Duck Lake on the corner of Highway 11 and Highway 212. Admission rates are as follows: adults $4.50; seniors $3.50; student’s $2.50 and family rate is $12 (two guardians and children under 18). A discount of 25 percent is offered to groups tours (please book in advance when possible to ensure availability of staff). For more information on the Duck Lake Regional Interpretive Centre or to book your guided tour, call 1-866-467-2057.
Duck Lake Regional Interpretive Centre Frontier of First Nations, Métis and Pioneer Society GIFT SHOP • VIEWING TOWER • PICNIC AREA FREE PARKING • ART GALLERY • VIDEOS May 21 to June 30 Monday to Friday 10:00 am to 5:30 pm
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History awaits at Fort Carlton Provincial Park Fort Carlton Provincial Park takes you back in time to the rugged, adventurous days of the fur trade before Canada was a country. This is the original site of a Hudson’s Bay Company fur-trading post that operated between 1810 and 1885. Today, you will see a reconstructed palisade, fur and provisions store, trade store, clerk’s quarters, and tIpI encampment; each of these appears much like they would have in the late 1800s. You can see, touch and smell artifacts such as buffalo hides, beaver pelts, blankets, guns, twist tobacco, birch bark baskets and so much more. Staff will guide you through these areas, answering your questions and leading you in activities like playing the spoons or packing furs for the trip to England. Fort Carlton Provincial Park will be open May 22 to June 30 from 9-5:30 and closed on weekends. Starting July 1 to September 3, the Park will be open seven days a week from 9-5:30. Park programs will include; tea and bannock on Saturdays in July and August, blacksmithing and beading, as well as archery, and guided hikes throughout the summer.
Refer to the web site and posters for more special events and activities throughout the summer. Schools are invited to book guided programs in May and June focusing on the Fort’s history, role in the fur trade and signing of Treaty 6. The cost is $1/student, please contact the Park Program Coordinator, Jennifer Bayer at 306-547-5652 or jennifer.bayer@gov.sk.ca for more information, or Barb at 306933-6319 to book a school tour. Fort Carlton is 1.5 hours North of Saskatoon, west off Highway 11 near Beardy’s and Okemasis’ First Nation. For more information please visit, www.saskparks.com.
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Glen Scrimshaw Gallery – beauty of nature Canadian Artist Glen Scrimshaw has had his artwork displayed around the world. He is well known for his dramatic skies and the minute detail in his work achieved while using a magnifier. He often hides tiny objects in his paintings and we have been fortunate to see the beauty of nature through his eyes for many years. Glen often works with charities and a notso-known fact is that more than 60 percent of his paintings are attached to a charitable organization. A portion of each sale goes directly to a charity. Glen has enjoyed many awards and distinctions over the years, and recently became a designated artist for the Royal Canadian Mint. His first design of a collector coin featuring a Canvasback Duck was released in 2015 and another of a Tundra Swan on the one dollar coin. Celebrating 32 years in business this year, Glen Scrimshaw is happy to say his foray into the art business has been a successful one. Three decades later, he still has more ideas than he has time to paint. A former northern store manager for the Hudson Bay Company and Northern Co-ops, Glen Scrimshaw quit his job 32 years ago to follow his dream of becoming a full-time artist. He moved from La Ronge to Duck Lake in 1991. Having sold the Landmark “Scrimshaw Gallery” in 2010, he now displays his artwork at Russell Hanson’s Mounted Police Museum. He also has a full display at the Duck Lake Museum Gift Shop on Anderson Avenue which is open seven days a week in the summer months. If you are in the Duck Lake area, you might be fortunate enough to meet Glen at the Duck Lake Museum, where his framing, shipping and head office is located. Glen and his wife 22
Zorka, reside near Duck Lake and are often about in the community. Glen is always happy to autograph purchases or the free 2018 year at a glance calendars his gallery and outlets give away. Glen’s gallery is constantly having specials, and contests to name new works – all online. To be one of the first to know about these specials and amazing deals, “Like” Glen Scrimshaw Gallery on Facebook or visit his website and sign up to be on his email list. Go to www.glenscrimshaw.com to learn more.
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Waldheim: a small town with big heart Waldheim, which means “Wood Home” in German, was incorporated as a village in 1912 and became a town in 1966. It’s a small town with a big heart, well known for its hospitality and charm. In addition to a thriving commercial core, the community offers great recreational amenities including Waldheim Valley Regional Park, Pineridge Golf Course, Waldheim Museum, Waldheim Library and Sam Wendland Heritage Park. Summer is an ideal time to visit Waldheim. Whether you’re a pro or a weekend golfer, the newly-upgraded Pineridge Golf Course offers a great excuse to tee up a few balls. The grass greens are in great shape, and the many new bridges over the water courses on the course make it a perfect destination. The golf club has a full-service restaurant on the grounds, which are immediately adjacent to the town. The regional park also has a stocked fish pond and a beach area for swimming and fishing, as well as ball diamonds and camping sites. People from all over the area visit Waldheim for their annual Fair Days. This year’s event is slated for June 16 and will feature a full day of activities for all ages. For more information on the town, the regional park and upcoming events, contact the town office at 306-945-2161 or visit the town’s website www.waldheim.ca.
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Walk back in time at Waldheim Museum Waldheim Museum is in the former C.N. Station where the station agent lived and worked. The waiting room now contains many items common to Waldheim many years ago including farm scythes, sickles, a drill press, cream cans and much more. The old ticket office still has the window where tickets were sold, an antique desk and filing cabinets attended by Pete and Jake, our friendly mannequins. The baggage room has a corner with a pulpit and pews from our first church, the Seventh Day Adventist Church. An organ from the Mennonite Brethren Church sits beside the pews. On the ground floor, the living quarters of the station agent and his family included a livingdining room that now contains many items from that period – a cookstove with sad irons and a coal scuttle, even a cistern pump (when rain water was saved in a cistern in the house basement). Up the stairs to where their four bedrooms were, you’ll see the sewing room, the school room, the washroom and a farm room. Each of these rooms have antiques relating to the theme and many other articles. Remember the travelling book library (in a box) that went from school to school? The egg grading station here in Waldheim? So many memories. Many of the antiques in our museum have been donated by residents (or past residents) of Waldheim and their names, as donors, are beside their donation. Information sheets on some antiques as to their age and their useage make it easier to envision the past years. The station is nestled in the corner of the Sam Wendland Park, a beautiful park with trees, flowers, benches and walking paths. A short railway track now has a jigger complete with its trailer used by section men who maintained the train track. Each crew had a certain amount of track to maintain. The station was built in 1912 and closed in 1976. It was purchased by the town of Waldheim and declared a Heritage Site in 1982. Many hours of work brought it back to life as a library on the main floor and the museum upstairs. 24
The library moved to its own building and the museum was able to take over the complete station in 2015. Waldheim Museum is open each Wednesday afternoon from 3- 5 and also open in the evening from 7- 8 on the last Wednesday of the month. We are open year round.
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Hague is a thriving and prosperous community situated 45 kms north of Saskatoon on Highway #11. Hague was named after Mr. J. Hague, an engineer for the CNR when the track was laid. Hague was incorporated into a village in 1903 and town in 1991. The current population, according to the latest census, is 874. Hague has a large business core which has been able to remain strong, the Town boasts many local businesses plus countless home based businesses. Hague is home to restaurants, garages, convenience stores, gas stations, car dealership, grocery, hardware, building supplies, bakery, a banking institution, post office, accountant and more. The town also services the community with a local library with free internet services, a hall, arena with artificial ice for both skating and curling rink, a K to 12 school system and a youth drop-in centre. Hague is able to service its residents with city water as well as high speed internet. Hague continues to be a great place to put down your roots and raise a family. Please contact the Town Office with all your questions about our community! The Town of Hague is presenting its 14th annual Summer Blast on the weekend of June 22 to 24. It has been a huge success in the past and with some new ideas, it should be even better this year! The weekend starts out with a soup and pie supper at the museum grounds on Friday night, including entertainment for the kids with a petting zoo, bouncy castle and Balloon Funn! Saturday boasts a pancake breakfast followed by the parade at 10:30 am. Planned events for the day include a bake sale, kid’s games, ferris wheel, ball, lunch and an evening outdoor dance. As more details on the Summer Blast weekend are confirmed, posters will advertise all events!
For more information about the Town and upcoming events call the Hague Town Office at 306-225-2155 or check out the website at townofhague.com.
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Reliving the past with the Sask River Valley Thresherman’s Club If you’ve never been to an old-fashioned threshing demonstration, perhaps you need to make this the year! The Saskatchewan River Valley Thresherman’s Club (SRVTC) hosts their annual Threshing Day Saturday, September 15, 2018. Step back in to Saskatchewan’s past and experience how many of our grandparents and great-grandparents lived off the land. This annual event takes place on the northern outskirts of Hague, just west of Highway 11. The Saskatchewan River Valley Thresherman’s Club was formed in 1986 when three local men bought a 1905 75-horsepower Case steam engine. This engine had once been used for ploughing and harvesting before bigger machines took its place. This purchase became the first artifact at the annual threshing day event. The Saskatchewan River Valley Thresherman’s Club now has about 30 local members, but new members are always welcome to join. The threshing day event features a large display of stationary engines used in the 1920s and 1930s to run water pumps, washing machines and grain and flour grinders. Come out early in the day to take in the pancake breakfast beginning at 8:00 am. Threshing day continues with old-time threshing demonstrations, a blacksmith demonstration, train rides for the kids and a display of power engines as well. There’s food on site all day at threshing day including homemade soup, farmer’s sausage on a bun, and fresh, homemade pie. Take time to relax as you tap your toes to live music and enjoy a cup of coffee or lunch. Spend the day wandering around the local farmer’s market and flea market. Vendors are encouraged to contact the event organizer’s to learn more about renting a table space to display their products. Threshing day also features two competitions – a tractor balance, which is a timed event – and the tractor race! But, this is not like other tractor races. Competitors race to see who can arrive at the finish line last, with the slowest tractor winning. Organizers welcome spectators with equipment or horses to 26
join in the fun at threshing day. Anyone interested in bringing their horses can contact organizers so wagons can be ready on site for rides. Admission to threshing day is by donation. Proceeds go toward improvements to equipment and event costs. All donations are gratefully accepted. For information about threshing day on September 15, 2018, please contact Richard Braun at 306-225-4499.
Hague Thresherman’s Show Saturday, September 15, 2018
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Hague Bigway has all you need...and more! Known for its friendy service, Hague Bigway Foods is a mainstay in the community of Hague. The family-owned and operated store stocks a great selection of fresh produce, meats, bakery items and groceries at competitive prices. Whether you’re a local resident, or just passing through, the Hague Bigway has the price and selection you need. The store offers a bakery, deli, farmer’s sausage, barbecue supplies, fresh-cut meats, fresh produce and both gluten-free and organic items. The store also provides catering for occasions such as weddings, anniversaries, family reunions, funerals and birthdays. Hague Bigway is open for business on Sundays from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm on Sundays. Mondays through Fridays, the store is open from 8:30 am to 7:00 pm and Saturdays from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. The staff at the store looks forward to meeting meeting and exceecding all of their customers’ expectations as well as providing continued support for the community.
Experience international cuisine at Osler Restaurant Great tastes abound at the Osler Restaurant. Come enjoy the fresh taste and flavours of traditional Swiss and East Indian foods, Mennonite dishes and Canadian favourites. Owner Kallol Dev offers daily specials. The restaurant is open every day of the week and most holidays. Takeout is also available. Dev has owned the Osler Restaurant for the past nine years. He opened his first restaurant in the town after spending time working in Montreal. Leaving such a large city for small-town Saskatchewan has been a positive experience for Dev, and he said he is enjoying his time in the community. “I like cooking and serving food for people,” Dev said. “Here, people are very nice and very friendly.” Dev also enjoys creating new and tasty dishes for his customers to enjoy. He is always working on new daily specials to offer to his customers. Some of his newest dishes include pulled pork, half barbecue chicken, homemade dried ribs, chicken fingers, and half pork ribs. Osler Restaurant is open Sundays from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm and Mondays through Saturdays from 7:30 am to 10:00 pm. The restaurant is open most holidays from 9:00 am to 7:30 pm. Osler Restaurant is located at 206 First Avenue in Osler. For more information, call 306-239-2151.
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Town of Osler: making the most of summer Small but mighty, the Town of Osler makes the most of our Saskatchewan summer with some wonderful events locals and tourists will love. Osler is situated along Highway 11 just 25 km north of Saskatoon, and was the fastest growing town in Canada in 2011. Highway 11 past Osler is twinned, making a relaxing 20-minute commute to the city of Saskatoon. Osler is a warm, friendly close-knit community of approximately 1,250 people and is a great place to raise a family – away from the big city bustle but near enough to participate in the activities you choose. The community is proud to offer big city amenities such as Saskatoon water, Saskatoon telephone, cable television, highspeed internet, municipal sewer, curb-side recycling, and biweekly garbage pick-up. There is an active Osler Family Resource Center providing unique opportunities for children. Osler boasts a community hall, library, senior’s center, volunteer fire department and first responders, low-rental housing, two schools, and numerous churches. The Town holds a few big events throughout the year, including the Lord of the (Sausage) Rings competition, Firefighters’ Ball, Winter Carnival and the biggest celebration of all – Canada Day being held on July 2 in 2018. Osler is definitely the ‘place to be’ for Canada Day celebrations! For outdoor recreation, residents can take advantage of a new soccer field and a league baseball diamond, concession stand, a brand new state of the art outdoor skating rink, and a heated outdoor paddling pool, as well as a new multi-purpose building called The Gathering Place. The regional library offers various children’s programs and free internet access to all residents.
If you enjoy the atmosphere of a small town and a family oriented community then Osler is the place to be. The Osler Town Council is excited about the growth and development taking place in the area and welcome travellers and friends “we haven’t yet met” to stop by and say hello. For more information about our community, contact the Osler Town Office at (306) 239-2155 or check our website at www.osler-sk.ca to learn more about other exciting events.
The friendly Town of Osler is nestled in the heart of Saskatchewan dairy country on Highway #11 just 25 kms north of Saskatoon. With a population of approximately 1,250 and 200 farms in the immediate vicinity, Osler is a great place to raise a family in a warm and close-knit community away from the big city bustle.
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The Barn Playhouse celebrates its 28th season The Barn Playhouse begins the summer season with “I Remember Mama” running from June 20 to June 24 and June 27 to July 1. Based on a true story this funny, touching, and endearing comedy tells the story of a Norwegian immigrant family in 1910. Remembered through the eyes of their eldest daughter we watch Mama and Papa raise their four children in a new country, stretching each penny in very creative ways! The extended Hanson clan, Mama’s sisters and her Uncle Chris, furnish this story with a rich background of eccentric loveable characters. But it is Mama, resourceful, incorruptible, and endearing Mama, with her mysterious bank account who discovers a way to keep her children from growing up afraid. It is Mama that you will remember. The second show of the summer runs from August 22nd to August 26th and August 29th to September 2nd. ‘Having Hope at Home” is a side-splitting comedy. It is the tale of three – soon to be four – generations on the Bingham family farm. Carolyn and Michael, who are soon-to-be-parents, live happily in the rundown farmhouse along with Carolyn’s Grandpa Russell who hilariously refuses to stay out of the dairy barn even though the doctor has told him he has to slow down. Carolyn’s parents will be arriving soon for a very special dinner in which she is planning to prove herself to her overachieving parents, patch things up between her father and grandfather, AND create a perfectly cooked turkey! Fifteen minutes to their arrival, Carolyn’s contractions begin. This sets off a whole series of events which become more and more uproarious as Carolyn’s father, Dr. Bingham, meets Carolyn’s midwife! Hilarious and moving, “Having Hope at Home” is all about the
pleasure, pain, and redemptive power of family. During the summer, The Barn Playhouse opens at 5:30 pm Wednesday thru Saturday with food-booths, live music, horsedrawn wagon rides, and the Craft Barn. Show time is at 7:30 pm. On Sundays, the event is in the afternoon. The yard opens at 12 noon with the food-booths and other activities. Show time is at 2:00 pm. For more information about our Fall Concert and Christmas Dinner Theatre visit our website at: www.barnplayhouse.com Come on out and enjoy the summer with us!
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Town of Blaine Lake: Gateway to the Lakes Blaine Lake, centrally located at the intersections of Highways 12 and 40 is almost equal distance from Saskatoon, Prince Albert and North Battleford. Known as the “Gateway to the Lakes”, Blaine Lake is nestled amidst lakes, hills, trees, the rolling prairie and golden grain fields. Close to the lakes and the North Saskatchewan River, tourists and district residents have access to both summer and winter outdoor activities. Blaine Lake is situated within 25 miles (40 kilometres) of six distinctive ecological areas, making it an ideal location for sportsmen, nature lovers, bird watchers and photographers. The flight paths of the whooping cranes, sand hill cranes, herons and swans are nearby. Throughout the summer, baskets and pots of flowers welcome you to Blaine Lake’s main street. Stroll through town, viewing the colourful murals, stop at the museum and library, have lunch at the gazebo in Memorial Park, inspect the Doukhobour millstone, walk through the beautifully shaded
campsite, visit the par three sand green golf course or enjoy the panorama at the Centennial Stook. Check out construction at the new playground by the curling rink and honour our servicemen and women at the newly refurbished cenotaph. The concerted efforts by town residents and town employees who support town council’s Community in Bloom initiative will Continued on next page
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Blaine Lake’s entrepreneurial economy offers diversity of mixed farming, retail and tourism that benefits the community and area. Its close proximity to an abundance of lakes and parks enhances the quality of life with camping, boating, fishing, golfing, hunting, snowmobiling and hiking. For more inFormation contact: P: 306.497.2531 | F: 306.497.2511 blainelake@sasktel.net | www.blainelake.ca
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Blaine Lake: Gateway to the Lakes
12-40 and Beyond Self Guided Tour “An Adventure in Rural Life” Saturday & Sunday
July 28 & 29, 2018
Continued from previous page make your visit or stay more enjoyable. Blaine Lake boasts of a very active seniors population – from the morning coffee crowd to exercise groups, weekly card and bingo games, lunches and fundraisers. Check the bulletin board by their building to keep abreast of the upcoming events. Families can take part in curling, hockey, skating, and soccer, as well as swimming at Martins Lake, only 24 kilometres northwest of the community. These and other activities are sponsored by the Blaine Lake Community Association. The Blaine Lake campground and motel provide ideal locations for tourists to stay while they participate in the 12-40 and Beyond Tour – An Adventure in Rural Life, the Riverlands
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www.12-40andbeyond.com Self Guided Heritage Tour, the Doukhobour Dugout House National Historic Site, the Big Tree – Saskatchewan’s largest tree, or the Muskeg Cree Nation Pow-wow. Annual upcoming community events are the 4th annual Swamp and Stomp – an obstacle course, the second annual fall supper and the 20th annual Farmer’s Curling Bonspiel. Learn more about Blaine Lake, its events and history by visiting www.blainelake.ca or calling 306-497-2531.
Doukhobor Dugout House ready for 2018 season The Doukhobor Dugout House located south of Blaine Lake will officially open for the season on July 7 and continue to offer tours at 11:00 am, 1:00 pm and 3:00 pm every Saturday in July rain or shine. The 2018 theme is Voyage and the ship sails at 11 am, 1 pm and 3 pm on July 7 so be on time as the ship cannot wait for those who are late for this exciting adventure! Brenda Cheveldayoff, site owner, continues to create significant themes at the historical site to further educate the general public on her ancestors. She also expresses her appreciation to the many individuals that assist her to realize the historical significance of the area. Guests visiting the Doukhobor Dugout House site will be greeted by volunteers in period costume, embracing the visual aspect and capturing the culture. Visitors are guided down the path to the fresh flowing spring where volunteer Donna Choppe demonstrates the skill of hand washing clothes with lye soap. The tour of the actual dugout house site shows the relevance of the site and displays the artifacts found during the archeological excavation. Visitors are guided back up the bank to participate in the plough-pulling event. Twelve people volunteer to demonstrate pulling while one person mans the plough. “It is important to share these ancestral events with other cultures,” explains Cheveldayoff, “it adds clarity by providing an opportunity for questions to be answered and the livelihood of our culture to be explained.” One of the biggest misconceptions of the plough-pulling event is that the women were forced to pull the plough as a means of
punishment. This is not true but rather, the women devised the system to assist in clearing land for gardens and crops while the men were away earning money. Women would often spend their time working the land while singing a cappella songs of praise. It was a difficult time but yet a time of peace and opportunity to embrace their creator. The tour concludes at the building identified as the Prayer Home where a volunteer shares the significance of being a Doukhobor. Visitors can browse through the quonset, where numerous artifacts and memorabilia are displayed, and where refreshments and traditional home made bread served with butter or jam can be enjoyed. Doukhobor bread baked in an outdoor clay oven is available for take-home at $6 a loaf. A nominal admission fee of $10 is applicable while individuals 12 years of age and under are free. For more information on the Doukhobor Dugout House and its tours, please visit www. doukhobordugouthouse.com.
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Prince Albert for your holiday getaway You simply can’t fully experience the beauty and live the adventure that is in this amazing province without a long holiday in Prince Albert this summer. Chief Executive Officer with Prince Albert Tourism & Marketing Bureau Amber Pratt says the Prince Albert of today has something for everyone. “Whether you’re here for the day or an extended stay, there is a wealth of things to do in our beautiful community. The city has a great mix of historic, cultural, recreation and entertainment venues to keep all visitors enticed. With so many diverse things to do and see, our proximity to lake country, top notch facilities, year-round events, and local charm, Prince Albert is an ideal destination!” No matter what you are interested in, Prince Albert certainly has a lot to offer. Nature enthusiasts will gasp at Kinsmen Park, Little Red River Park, and the Rotary Trail, including a stop on the riverbank overlooking the North Saskatchewan River, all are a must see. Interested in history and landmarks? Explore the museums, Keyhole Castle, historic downtown and the arts centre. “There are so many great golf courses in the area, but Cooke Municipal Golf Course is the only one located right in the City of Prince Albert and is recognized as one of the top five public golf courses to play in Saskatchewan and Manitoba by Score Golf Magazine and Golf Digest.” Whether you’re a golfer or not, stop in at the newly renovated Rock & Iron Sports Bar conveniently located at the Golf and Curling Club. Prince Albert also boasts many splash parks and pools for the little ones to enjoy as well entertainment, arts and shopping for the more mature guest with the Northern Lights Casino and their entertainment in the Starlight Lounge, the Gateway Mall, the E.A. Rawlinson Centre, Mann Art Gallery and On the Avenue Artisan’s Gallery. This year, Prince Albert welcomes the 2018 Junior Men’s Softball World Championship, from July 7 - 15. Spectators will see action packed games with teams from 14 countries! Mark June 16th on your calendar for the Downtown Street Fair which is a must-attend summer event in Prince Albert. Spend the day perusing Central Avenue indulging in treats from food vendors, shopping at local businesses and taking in the entertainment. More annual events to pack into the summer holidays include the Pine Needle Bike Festival (June 3); Kidzfest (July 19); Exhibition Summer Fair (July 31-August 4); Polka Fest (August 24-25); and Tapestrama (September 29-30). As well, don’t forget to visit some locally owned, specialty shops and restaurants in town – Bison Café, Funky Fresh Bistro, Fresh Air Experience, Amy’s on Second, Shananigan’s, 32
The Rusty Owl, Lux Clothing and Ted Matheson’s Men’s Wear. Experience Prince Albert to its fullest and stop in at the Tourism Visitor Centre for more information!
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E.A. Rawlinson Centre for the Arts celebrates 15 years Located on the shore of the North Saskatchewan River, the E.A. Rawlinson Centre for the Arts has served as the cultural hub of Prince Albert since 2003. Home of the Olive & John G. Diefenbaker Theatre and the Mann Art Gallery, the E.A. Rawlinson Centre has been successful in uniting the cultural community under one roof, providing world-class entertainment and art as well, as local and regional opportunities to develop skills and culture. The E.A. Rawlinson Centre for the Arts is named for the late E.A. (“Ed”) Rawlinson, pioneer Canadian broadcaster, Prince Albert community leader and Founder of Rawlco Radio Ltd. A gift of over one million dollars in the early 2000’s from Rawlco Radio Inc. was significant in making the dream of a visual and performing arts centre for Central and Northern Saskatchewan a reality. The Prince Albert Arts Board was instrumental in setting the vision for the Centre-establishing a facility to provide both a first class visual and performing arts facility to showcase our local talent and present arts and entertainment from around the world. In 2015 the Arts Board turned over the operation of the facility to the City of Prince Albert Community Services Department with the Arts Boards’ vision still paramount for the E.A. Rawlinson Centre. The Diefenbaker Theatre is a 606 seat auditorium that hosts over 250 events annually. Professional shows at the Centre help to subsidize local non-profit groups, providing affordable access to the community. High School, theatre groups, dance studios and local entertainers step on the same stage as international stars at the Rawlinson Centre. Many of the touring stars, like Brett Kissel and Randy Bachman early in 2018 remark on what a first-class facility the Rawlinson Centre is and would be eager to return after the experience they had in Prince Albert with the centre, its operation, volunteers and the fans. The Mann Art Gallery is Prince Albert and area’s only professional run contemporary art space. The Mann Art Gallery provides an exciting and varied exhibition schedule promoting local, provincial and national artists as well as curated exhibitions, lectures and workshops. The Mann’s Permanent Collection has over 850 individual works of art from well-known provincial artists such as Winona Mulcaster, A.F.L. Kenderdine, George Glenn, Aganetha Dyck, Myles MacDonald, Bob Boyer, Joe Fafard and Ernest Linder among others. The Mann’s strong and varied education and professional development initiatives encourage public awareness and appreciation of the visual arts for people of all ages and cultural diversities. Many great performers are coming through the E.A. Rawlinson Centre in 2018 including; Kip Moore May 15th and Buffy Sainte Marie May 22nd. The Centre is planning a Gala on June 14th to launch an incredible fall show. For a complete listing of shows and more details please visit www.earc.ca or call (306) 7651270.
The Hub of Arts & Cultural Activities in Prince Albert
The Mann Art Gallery The Mann Art Gallery engages, facilitates, and stimulates the development, presentation, and preservation of the visual arts for the diverse community of Prince Albert and North Central Saskatchewan.
Olive & John G. Diefenbaker Theatre
A 600+ seat auditorium with all the latest amenities
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Plenty of Northern Lights Bluegrass entertainment lined up for 2018 There is no need to venture far from home to find the perfect vacation destination—a place where all generations of families and friends gather to listen to and learn from world-class music in a beautiful, natural environment. Located just twenty kilometres NE of Big River, Saskatchewan, the Northern Lights Bluegrass Music Camp and Festival is a musical oasis and a one-of-a-kind experience. The festival runs from August 17-19 and features acts for all audiences— traditional and modern bluegrass groups, local acts and international musicians, Grammy and Juno award winners, and everything in between. Festival goers not only have the opportunity to see the musicians perform on the mainstage, but also have a chance to rub elbows or even pick a tune with them by the campfire. It is a truly up close and intimate musical experience. Music camp takes place the week before the festival (August 13-17) and features instructors from the mainstage of the festival. Music lessons come from the masters but are suited to those at all levels— from beginner to virtuoso. Learn to pick the banjo, strum the guitar, and harmonize with voices from across the province and beyond. Local band, In With The Old, was in fact, formed out of friendships between teenagers at this camp. Beyond music, there are plenty of activities available during the festival. Festival goers can take a spin around the floor at the old-time dance, take in a workshop, sit in at the Pickin Continued on next page
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Northern Lights Bluegrass Continued from previous page Shack, go on a nature walk, or check out the forest garden. There are food vendors on site with plenty of delicious options available. There is swimming, boating, and fishing on nearby Nesslin and Ness lakes. There is camping room for the largest of RVs and the smallest of tents. Campers have access to a shower building with hot and cold running water and flush toilets. Nearby Big River hosts all the amenities: banks, garages, restaurants, a grocery store and more making it possible to have a camping experience in a forest setting while still being close to everything you might need. The camp and festival are perfect for attendees of all ages— children, teenagers, twenty and thirty somethings, people in their forties and fifties, sixties and seventies, and beyond. There is a great creative playground as well as organized children’s activities during the festival and at our camp, we offer ‘Fungrass’, our special music class just for children. The Northern Lights Bluegrass Music Camp and Festival is perfect for all ages, all musical tastes, and all who want to experience the best that Saskatchewan offers. Come tap your toes to world-class music, spin a partner around the old-time
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dance floor, and if you’re lucky, you may even see the night sky light up with our namesake northern lights. For more information on the festival and camp go to www. northernlightsbluegrass.com. Note: Due to the music camp in progress, there is no festival site access before Friday, August 17.
Prince Albert Historical Society
Learn a little on your summer holiday Steeped in the history of Saskatchewan as one of the first major settlements in the province, the City of Prince Albert is only a short trip up the highway. To learn about the rich heritage of the area, visit the Prince Albert Historical Society (PAHS) and the four museums they operate: the Historical Museum, John & Olive Diefenbaker Museum National Historic Site, the Rotary Museum of Police and Corrections, and the Evolution of Education Museum. Each of these museums highlight different aspects of the region’s history, from the development of policing and corrections within Saskatchewan, the personal history of Canada’s 13th Prime Minister, the early history of education and schools in western Canada, and the history of Prince Albert from its founding to the present day. Also located in the Historical Museum is the Bill Smiley Archives, a treasure trove of over 15,000 documents and 10,000 photos pertaining to Prince Albert and area. Opening for the season on May 22 and closing on August 31, PAHS Manager/Curator Michelle Taylor says there are some exciting things happening this summer. Continued on next page
MuSEuMS OPEN MAy 22 - AuGuST 31 • Prince Albert Historical Museum
Daily 7 days a week 9 am - 5 pm (until 9 pm Thursdays) • John & Olive Diefenbaker Museum National Historic Site Daily 7 days a week 9 am - 5 pm
• Rotary Museum of Police and Corrections Daily 7 days a week 9 am - 5 pm
• Evolution of Education Museum Daily 7 days a week 9 am - 5 pm
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MIIJIM: Traditional Foods of the Lake of the Woods Anishinaabeg Travelling Exhibit from Lake of the Woods Museum in Kenora, Ontario
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Prince Albert Historical Society Continued from previous page The summer exhibit is one from Lake of the Woods Museum in Kenora, Ontario call “Miijim: Traditional Foods of the Lake of the Woods Anishinaabeg.” Although it does not sound to have local interest we are going to add to the display – a small section on foods in the Prince Albert area. The exhibit will be available for viewing from May 22 to August 31 at the Historical Museum. A downtown walking food tour will be offered once a month through to the fall. This tour visits the downtown restaurants and history about Prince Albert is given throughout the tour. The cost of this tour is $30 a person which includes samples at each stop. Please contact the Historical Society for upcoming dates and times. Registration is limited. If you would like to omit the food, the historical downtown walking tour leaves the Historical Museum on Thursdays and Sundays at 11am and 2pm. This tour can take up to 1.5 hours. Booking is not required but groups are urged to do so. As always the tea room is open for light lunch and refreshments. Please call for open dates and times. The tea room leads out to the only public balcony overlooking the North Saskatchewan River- the best hidden destination in the City. Our permanent lower level gallery has been redesigned into our gallery of business and industry in Prince Albert, and fea-
tures exhibits on the history of farming, dentistry, medicine, and forestry within the community. Visits are made to G.P. Carlson Gallery and Ted Matheson’s Men’s Wear to view the interiors of the building. At Carlson’s Gallery you will see the only original façade left on Central Avenue; at Matheson’s, a bill for a very expensive suit purchased by John Diefenbaker. If you would like to see more there are also self guided driving tours and bus tours which take in the whole city- residential and business.
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Where the winning never ends
Northern Lights Casino The doors open and all of a sudden the sights and sounds surround you. Over 40,000 square feet of fun featuring 550 slot machines and 11 live gaming tables await you. The Northern Lights Casino in Prince Albert is one of SIGA’s largest casinos and their Starlight Lounge has received the Saskatchewan Country Music Association award for Nightclub of the Year three times. Marketing coordinator Paul Lomheim says the quality of the entertainment keeps people coming back. “We have some really great acts lined up for this summer. Our stage is always full and it’s quality.” With many years of industry experience, Lomheim is particular about who he books and the size of the crowds reflect that. Grab your dancing shoes and get ready to boogie on Wednesday, May 23 as The Motown sound is coming to Prince Albert. The Dream Girls will drop in to deliver a comprehensive review of Motown stars, including Tina Turner, The Supremes, Donna Summer, Martha Reeves, and a little Cher thrown in for good measure. Audience members can expect a high-energy, intricately choreographed show, with a heavy dose of glamour. Featuring Motown and Disco classics like Baby Love, Come See About Me, Where did our Love Go? I’m so Excited, and She Works Hard for the Money, Dream Girls is a show you won’t want to miss. Howie Miller, one of the funniest corporate and club comedians in North America, will perform on Wednesday, June 20 at 6:30 pm. Howie is a First Nation Descendant of the Cree Nation and was born and raised in Edmonton, Alberta. His quick wit and unique point of view on multi ethnic stereotypes is enjoyed by all audiences, regardless of age, race, or sex; and has garnered numerous television appearances and placed him in great demand on the corporate comedy circuit. Howie’s hilarious routine, mixed with stellar impressions has the audience laughing from start to finish. Gaining a worldwide audience over the course of their accomplished career, the Good Brothers are set to perform at Northern Lights Casino on Thursday, July 12. They’ve kept the flame burning and the music going for 45 years and now they bring their talent to Prince Albert. The 80’s and 90’s came and went, and Canada’s musical soundtrack through all those years included The Good Brothers. For those who love the spotlight, the Starlight Lounge hosts a Ka-
raoke Party with Nancy every Tuesday and Wednesday night starting at 9:00 pm. If you’re looking for some friendly competition, blackjack tournaments are held the second Tuesday of each month and slot tournaments are held the first and third Tuesday of each month. There are always monthly promotions going on at the casino as well so check the casino’s website calendar for all the latest details on how you could be the next big winner! Every Thursday during the month of May, bet on the winning horse and split the $500 purse with the other winners. Hourly races are held between 3:00 pm and 10:00 pm and players can qualify by earning 100 points within the hour prior to each race. Smoke Signals is the largest progressive jackpot, linked to all six SIGA casinos. The jackpot starts at $1,000,000 and builds up as more people play. Lomheim says the game is often full with people standing in line to play. He says it won’t be long before that jackpot reaches for the sky again. “It’s really popular and jumps up pretty quickly.” The Northern Lights Casino is a proud supporter of community events and initiatives, donating hundreds of thousands of dollars since their doors opened in 1996. Please call toll free 1-866-6337333 or visit www.northernlightscasino.ca for a look at their promotions and entertainment calendar, information on the Player’s Club and Senior Days and much more on incentives and prizes. Located on Marquis Road just one block east of Highway 2 as you enter Prince Albert from the south, you can’t miss it. Just follow those Northern Lights. 37
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Honeywood (Dr. A.J. Porter) Heritage Nursery A few minutes from the small community of Parkside, just off Highway 40, sits the Honeywood (Dr. A.J. Porter) Heritage Nursery, a place known for both its history and its scenery. This unique nursery is a local provincial heritage site and sits on the former home of the late Dr. A.J. Porter, who was recognized internationally for his work developing a number of varieties of fruit, specialty plants and more than 47 varieties of lilies. In late summer, the nursery offers a u-pick for saskatoon berries, strawberries, plums and apples. Spread across 80 acres, the nursery is well-preserved and a delight for residents and tourists alike. The lily fields have had a revamping with the big field being cleaned out and planting taking place in a few new areas. In September 2017, Saskatchewan and Alberta received a visit from two Icelandic scientists studying various hardy ornamental and fruit trees that would survive in the climate of their homeland. Honeywood Heritage Nursery was specifically included in this visit as a place of great interest due to the work and introductions of its founder Dr. A. J. Porter. Both men were impressed with the vast variety of ornamentals and fruit trees they discovered at the nursery. A very enjoyable morning was had by all! Honeywood Heritage Nursery features a gift shop in the log cabin, picnic tables and walking tours. This tourist spot opens to the public over the Victoria Day long weekend and remains open seven days a week until September 16. Hours of operation are 9:00 am to 5:00 pm each day. The first summer event of the year is set for June 24. The annual Artists in Bloom event runs from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm and features a showcase of talented artists from around the region, along with tours of the nursery, live entertainment and BBQ’d burgers, etc. Admission to the event is $5 per person and features an array of artwork, from pottery to painting. It is a delightful way to spend the afternoon. On July 15, the Lilies in Bloom event takes place from 11 am to 5 pm, featuring entertainment, artwork, tours of the fields and walking or wagon tours of the nursery grounds. Admission to this event is also $5 per person and also features BBQ’d burgers, etc. Of special note this year, the Saskatchewan Horticultural Association annual bus tour will start with the Honeywood Lilies in Bloom event, then carry on for a three-day two-night tour of points north, including La Ronge. Anyone interested in this tour can contact Sheila Glennie at sheglennie@gmail.com. In the fall, the nursery begins to wrap up its outdoor season, and the Touch of Autumn event is planned for September 16 from 1 pm to 4 pm. Touched by the colours of fall, Honeywood Heritage Nursery celebrates the final tour of the season with 38
raffles, door prizes, music, delicious apple and rhubarb pie and an assortment of lilies and other flowers available for purchase. Honeywood Nursery is appreciative of the community support it receives through fundraisers and donations inkind. Thanks to Malcolm Jenkins, owner of the Canadian Tire store in Prince Albert, new shingles were installed on the log house in September of 2017 and, thanks to the installation of Xplornet internet, the Honeywood Heritage Nursery can now accept credit card payments for plant and gift shop items. The nursery is open to bus tours, family reunions, weddings etc. Simply contact us via email at honeywoodn8@gmail. com to find out more information.
Honeywood Heritage Nursery Inc. Provincial Heritage Site in Parkside, SK
Open Daily 9am - 5pm (May 19 to September 16)
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Located on Hwy 40, 120km N of Saskatoon & 54km SW of Prince Albert. Honeywood is 6.4km S & 1.6km W of Parkside.
306.747.3307 (summer) / 306.747.2275 (winter) honeywood-lilies.ca honeywoodn8@gmail.com
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Vintage power comes to life this summer Every summer, power machines from the past are brought to life for all to enjoy in the annual threshing festival at the Vintage Power Machines site on Highway 11 just southwest of Prince Albert. This unique and wonderful site is filled with tractors and other machinery from the past as well as many out buildings housing beautiful old artifacts to enjoy. Vintage Power Machines Inc. is always a work in progress. “We are always up to something, adding more things for people to see and every year more machinery is added to the site. Our volunteers maintain around 30 acres of property with grass to cut and close to 40 buildings to paint and keep up.” Throughout the season, the group welcomes school tours and new Canadian tours upon request and prepares for hundreds of people to come out for their threshing festival. Planning and preparation for that event requires all hands to be involved. “This year the festival is on July 14 and 15. Fortunately, we have tractor pulls this year which have always been a huge draw. We are always looking for new members who have an interest in preserving the history and this type of thing. All contributions of information, time, anything at all are all appreciated.” The Sunday of the threshing festival will be more family oriented this year. They also received a large donation of new artifacts they are anxious to show off. The group built a new ice cream booth as well this year and have continued with painting and restoring the buildings. The work that is done is really quite remarkable
and needs to be seen in person to be appreciated. Take a step back in time, spend some old fashioned quality time with the family and give a nod to the vintage power of the past. For more information on Vintage Power Machines Inc. or to book a tour please call Alan Andal (president) at 306960-8168 or Percy Halliwell (curator) at 306-961-1471.
Vintage Power Machines Inc.
Annual Threshing Festival Hwy 11 SW of Prince Albert
July 14 & 15 2018 Pancake breakfast both days, threshing, log sawing, blacksmithing demonstrations
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Make it your place in the sun If you are looking for outdoor adventure, the Battlefords has a lot to offer - whether it is soaring through the sky on one of Canada’s longest ziplines, golfing on some of the top-rated golf courses in the province, soaking up rays on Jackfish Lake, hiking or biking in the Battlefords River Valley, travelling back through time at one of the community’s many museums, or experiencing world class art at the Allen Sapp Gallery. In its fifth year running, the NB International Street Performer Festival is still a first of its kind for the province. Held over two days (this summer July 27 and 28), the event brings performers from around the world to downtown North Battleford for a weekend spectacle of world class entertainment, food, and art. The festival is free of charge and takes place over a span of almost two blocks in the city’s downtown core. With your family and friends, uncover the central but littleknown role of Fort Battleford in the Conflict of 1885. Discover the stories of the North-West Mounted Police (NWMP), First Nations people, settlers and Métis people in these difficult times. Learn of the arrival of the Canadian Militia and understand the confusion and fear that was prevalent in the spring of 1885. Explore five original NWMP buildings and discover the role the Mounties played in the early years of settlement. Let our Heritage Interpreters guide you through your discovery of the little known, but pivotal role Fort Battleford played in the Conflict of 1885. The 131st annual Northwest Territorial Days is a major event for the Battlefords. It features a midway provided by West Coast Amusements, grandstand activities with a featured destruction derby and fireworks, and all the exhibition items and activities you would expect from a three day carnival experience. This year’s Northwest Territorial Days will take place on August 15 to 17. Included in the festivities is the 131st Annual Northwest Territorial Days Parade, held on August 14, which takes place along a parade route through the heart of North Battleford. Western Development Museum will host its annual Those Were the Days summer festival on August 11 and 12. This major event features live threshing demonstrations, chili cook off, barbecue show down, parade of power, and much more. Held along the streets of the WDM’s life size simulation town called the Heritage Village, this event is a spectacle and exciting tourist attraction for children and adults alike. There is an abundance of food and delights for travellers to make a full day of this annual event. For more information on the Battlefords and major events offered for tourists please visit Destination Battlefords online at www.battlefords.ca, phone toll free at 1-800-243-0394, direct message on twitter to @battlefords, or message the Destination Battlefords Facebook page. 40
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Located on the Yellowhead Highway, The Battlefords has a variety of dining, shopping and accommodations to meet your needs. Plus convention and meeting facilities.
Allen Sapp Gallery Fred Light Museum North Battleford Golf & Country Club Fort Battleford National Historic Site The Battlefords Provincial Park Table Mountain Regional Park Gold Eagle Casino Western Development Museum Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame & Museum Jackfish Lodge Golf & Conference Centre Credit Union CUplex
www.battlefords.ca contact@battlefords.ca 1.800.243.0394
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Your WDM is Saskatchewan inspired! Enjoy our hospitality and discover the Saskatchewan of yesterday at the WDM North Battleford. The village comes alive at our signature summer event, Those Were the Days on August 11 and 12, 2018. This event features heritage village demonstrations, children’s activities, threshing demonstrations, wagon and vintage fire truck rides, Parade of Power, Dr. Von Houligans Carnival of Calamities (Sunday only) and so much more! Other events will keep you coming back. Mark your calendars for: July 16 - 20 August 11 - 12 October 5 October 27 October 29 - 30
Heritage Farm and Village Kids Camps (pre-registration required) Those Were the Days Bottles and Barrels Great Pumpkin Masquerade and Family Dance Fright Nights
Those Were The Days August 11 - 12, 2018 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
The WDM North Battleford is located at the junction of Highways 16 and 40. For hours and admission rates call 306-445-8033 or visit wdm.ca.
FEATURING: Heritage Village Demonstrations Petting Zoo & Children’s Activities Story of Threshing Parade of Power Wagon & Fire Truck Rides Indoor Entertainment Dr. Von Houligans Carnival of Calamaties (Sunday Only) Photo by Curtis Siggelkow
The WDM’s 1158 locomotive stands along Highway 16 as a larger than life reminder of North Battleford’s roots. This iconic locomotive is crucial to telling North Battleford’s story – a story of immigration, agriculture, commerce and community. Sixty years of rain, sun and wind have been hard on the 1158. It’s currently under a tent, overdue for a restoration. The first phase of the restoration work involved an intensive cleaning of the exterior surface of the engine. For the next phase, experts will use a technique called media blasting to remove rust and grime. The final phase is the painting of the locomotive. When complete, the 1158 will once again sit proudly on the tracks. You can help us raise funds at save1158.wdm.ca.
Adults $15 Seniors/Students $13 Children (12 and under) free Family $35 Weekend passes available
Junction of Highways 16 & 40, North Battleford, SK For more information call 306-445-8033
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The Galleries of North Battleford The Allen Sapp Gallery – The Gonor Collection and The Chapel Gallery heritage of our region, as well, it hosts exhibitions from further a field to continue to inspire innovative art practices for our local audience. Exhibitions include the traditional arts such as paintings, drawings, and sculpture, as well as ceramics, fibre arts, and other media, but it also lends itself to art installations, video projection and new media. With its rapid changing exhibitions and its active programming activities, and the best view in town – there is always something new and exciting on offer at The Chapel Gallery.
“Powerful and sensitive images of the Northern Plains Cree”
1 Railway Ave. E. North Battleford, SK 306-445-1760 www.allensapp.com • contemporary art • regional art • aboriginal art •
contemporary art • regional art • aboriginal art
2018 Exhibitions April Exhibitions 20 – June 17 2016
Earthtones – Saskatchewan Arts Board Permanent Collection Dimensions by Sask Council - July/Aug June 29 – Craft September 7 Gallery Members Exhibition – Adjudicated by artist Ward Schell Ljubica Fa-Hardi - Sept/Oct May 1 – June 23 Cameron Forbes and Adult Crystal Bueckert: Emma Lake Archives OSAC Workshops July 1 – August 23 Professional Art Instruction • Youth Art Programs Cate Francis: Paper Wildlife Conservancy OSAC August 1 – October 23 Monique Martin: 365 Days of Coffee
891 99th St. North Battleford, SK.
306-445-1757 www.chapelgallery.ca
• contemporary art • regional art • aboriginal art •
contemporary art • regional art • aboriginal art
North Battleford is rich with history and culture and the city’s two public galleries are living testaments to that legacy. Since 1989, the Allen Sapp Gallery has been North Battleford’s cultural flagship. Housed in the city’s beautiful Carnegie Library building, which was built in 1916, this award-winning gallery attracts people from around the worked who are passionate about art, First Nations culture and the simple beauties in rural life. The Allen Sapp Gallery is named after world-renowned Cree artist, Allen Sapp, who through his life and his paintings left a legacy that documented the rich culture and traditions of the Cree people. Allen Sapp is the recipient of the Order of Canada, the National Aboriginal Achievement Award, and Honourary Doctorate from the University of Regina, and a host of other prestigious honours. Born into the Cree Nation in 1928 on the Red Pheasant First Nation just south of the city, the artist is a descendant of the great diplomat and leader, Chief Poundmaker. His paintings picture everyday life: rural scenes of work and play from around his boyhood home. In 1989, the gallery opened after the collection of his major patrons, Dr. Allan Gonor and Ruth Gonor, was bequeathed to the City of North Battleford. Since then, the collection has grown to include many other works by First Nation and Inuit artists. The Allen Sapp Gallery-The Gonor Collection is an awardwinning centre for students, citizens and visitors from around the world. Its exhibitions are generally presented over longer periods, allowing for deeper research and development of it is educational components. Exhibitions are supplemented with video-documentaries, artifacts, which gives viewers a rich experience and the widest range of access points. Guided tours and educational programs are offered by booking ahead and friendly staff members are always on hand to provide information. The gift shop features fine crafts by Indigenous artisans, framed prints, local history and special interest books, art supplies, and local delicacies. In 1987, renovations were completed on the former St. Thomas Residential College (now the Don Ross Centre) and The Chapel Gallery was opened. The beautiful modern building has a spectacular site overlooking the Battle River and North Saskatchewan River Valleys. The gallery is an artistic hub for the community and it hosts exhibitions, artist residencies, performances, workshops, artist-talks, and local art guilds meet weekly at the Don Ross Centre Craft Room which is adjacent to the gallery. The Chapel Gallery features contemporary art in all media and disciplines. It has two presentation spaces that are programmed for 6-8 weeks in duration. The gallery features art 42
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Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum Over the past 35 years, Battleford has collected over 4,000 baseball items related to our rich Saskatchewan baseball history, beginning with the Dave Shury Collection. The Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum, founded by the late David W. Shury in 1983, continues to collect, preserve and exhibit baseball memorabilia and artifacts collected over the many years. As well, those that contributed to this rich baseball history are honoured for their contribution, when inducted into the Hall of Fame at an annual induction. The 34th annual induction ceremony and banquet will be held Saturday, August 18, 2018, in Battleford. This event brings over 400 people each year to the Battlefords. It is a very memorable celebration where people who have not seen each other in decades, renew old acquaintances and then make new memories! President and CEO, Jane Shury, states every article in the museum is special and unique and has a story to tell, with a special display in honour of the eight Saskatchewan born and raised baseball players that excelled and played Major League Baseball. As well, the museum displays other unique baseball items donated by other famous baseball people. Another event in honour of the great game of baseball, Vintage Baseball Day, consists of fun baseball games played according to the rules, regulations, and dress as 1879. The first recorded baseball game in the history of the North West Territories was played in Battleford on the grounds of
on the rocks.
Fort Battleford on May 31, 1879. The board of directors and other committee members are all volunteers from across our province of Saskatchewan. As well, we have a large number of individuals from the Battlefords that volunteer to make our fundraising projects successful. We now boast, “Canada’s Biggest Bat”, displayed on our property, 292 22nd Street, Battleford. The museum, located at 292 22nd Street, Battleford, is open throughout the year Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. It is closed weekends and holidays. For more information call 306-446-1983 or email saskbaseballmuseum@sasktel.net.
THE SASKATCHEWAN BASEBALL HALL OF FAME AND MUSEUM ASSOCIATION INC. “HONOURING OUR BASEBALL HERITAGE” 292 - 22nd Street West, Battleford, Saskatchewan
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Fred Light Museum preserves the past Frederick George Light believed in “preserving all things from the past” and dedicated his life to the collection, preservation and restoration of western historic artifacts pertaining to Battleford and the early northwest. This passion for collecting led to the opening of the Fred Light Museum in Battleford in 1980. Dive into history through their many theme rooms filled with artifacts spanning from 1645 to 1950. Museum Manager Bernadette Leslie says the museum has many different displays to interest everyone. “On the first floor is the general store and it shows items you could buy in the late 1800s like canned goods, butter churns and clothing. Across the hall is the Battleford room and some history of the Battlefords. The Veterans room honours our local veterans and people have donated family members’ uniforms and medals.” Also on this floor is the school room filled with antique student desks, a teacher’s desk along with items used to aide students while attending classes. Leslie says they also have an impressive firearms display on their top floor including a firearm from 1645. “Our collection consists of rifles, revolvers, pistols, flintlocks and matchlocks. Any kind of [legal] firearm that has been made, we have and we are always adding to our collection.” Anyone who is interested in donating firearms made before 1950 is welcome to contact the museum directly. If vintage firearms don’t interest you, a trip to the top floor is still worth the climb to see the scenic view of the two rivers – the North Saskatchewan and Battle. The Fred Light Museum proudly displays a replica of the 1905 fire hall complete with the original bell, the first fire truck in Battleford from 1927, along with two other trucks from the 1940s and 1960s. A replica 1927 Andersen Woodworking shop and replica Light Service Station shop is also included in the display. The museum is also proud to house Masonic Battle Lodge #19. Guests can feel free to view the lodge and learn a little about the Masons and who they are. Many lodges are not open to the public and on display in this fashion so visitors are encouraged to take advantage of this rare look at histo44
ry. It is a collection to be admired and appreciated whether you have lived in Battleford forever or you are a first time visitor. The Fred Light Museum also facilitates all types of historical research as they have bound editions of both the Saskatchewan Herald and the Battleford Press that the public is welcome to view. The museum sees many different tour groups in May and June and other visitors throughout the summer from all over the world. They offer programming, tours and special events right through to the end of August and the grounds are a wonderfully unique location for wedding photos. During their summer hours from the May long weekend to the end of August, the museum is open seven days a week from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm and admission is by donation. For more information please visit www.fredlightmuseum.webs. com or call 306-937-7111.
FRED LIGHT MUSEUM
11-20th St., Battleford, SK
306-937-7652
The museum offers a glimpse of old Battleford when the settlement was the first seat of Territorial Government. The museum offers a collection of artifacts in theme rooms housed in a 1914 school house. The gun room contains one of the most comprehensive collections of firearms in Western Canada. Various themed rooms await you including the School Room, the Old General Store, the Battleford Room the Masonic Room, replica 1905 Fire Brigade, replica 1927 Andersen Woodworking shop and replica Light Service Station shop.
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Battlefords Agricultural Society provides exciting family events Since before Battleford was a city, the Battleford’s Agricultural Society has been a pillar of the community, working hard to host a variety of exciting family-friendly events each year. Hosting a number of well-known and hugely popular shows each year, the Battleford’s Agricultural Society has been attracting tourists and events to the city since 1884. This year, the Ag Society will host the CPCA Chuckwagon Races June 1 to 3 at the Exhibition Grounds, featuring an exciting weekend of fast-paced racing. Kids of all ages will be entertained at the Children’s Festival on June 15 and the 4-H Regional Show and Sale is scheduled
Come to
Battlefords Exhibition Park to see these exciting 2018 events... June 1, 2, 3 Canadian Professional Chuckwagon Races
June 15 Children’s Festival
June 16 4H Regional Show
June 23, 24 Walking on the Wild Side of Summer PLUS Sports & Leisure Trade Show
August 14 Northwest Territorial Days Parade
for the following day, June 16. The 131st Annual Northwest Territorial Days will kick off with a parade on August 14. The Exhibition runs from August 15 to 17 and features a midway, food booths, games, prizes and performances. The end of the summer season doesn’t mean the fun ends there as Oktoberfest is scheduled for October 20 while the Mistletoe Craft and Gift Show will take place this year on November 3 and 4. For more information about the Battlefords Agricultural Society and their events, visit them at http://www.agsociety. com/ or find them on Facebook.
August 15, 16, 17 Northwest Territorial Days
September 15 Garage Sale
October 20 Oktoberfest
November 3, 4 Mistletoe Craft Show and Sale
All events sponsored by the Battlefords Agricultural Society
For more information on any of our events, rentals and facilities
www.agsociety.com
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The Gold Eagle Casino Your home for entertainment and dining in the Battlefords The Eagle symbolizes courage, strength and bravery. Eagles are sacred birds of the skies and the closest to the creator. First Nations people believe that the Eagle carries their prayers to the Creator. The Gold Eagle Casino offers a wide range of slot machines. With 335 machines on the gaming floor there is something for every gaming enthusiast. If you enjoy the thrill of being one on one with a dealer, we have eight live games tables just for you, Roulette, Black Jack, Phil’ Em up and Poker. Players Club Card is your all-access pass to exclusive deals no one else can get. Features include a 10 percent discount on hotel rooms, Players Club Rewards, contests,
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fine dining, pre-sale discounts on concerts and much, much more. Kihiw Restaurant and Lounge The Gold Eagle Casino’s Kihiw Restaurant is your favourite place to dine with family and friends. Stop by when you’re craving your favourites or something new! Fresh ingredients every day, delicious features for the holidays, and be sure to try our classic fish and chips. Gold Eagle Event Centre Planning your event in the Battlefords, whether it’s for business or pleasure, extravagant or intimate, the facilities at the Gold Eagle Casino can offer the perfect amount of space and service to suit your needs. Outstanding Entertainment Sit back and relax while the Gold Eagle Casino treats you to the best in live entertainment working in the industry today. Some of the more notable performers that have taken the stage at Gold Eagle Casino include Michelle Wright, The Trews, April Wine, One Bad Son, Washboard Union, Brett Kissel, Chris D’Elia, Marty Stuart, Trooper, Ziggy Marley, Corb Lund, and The Mavericks. New shows are being added to the calendar on a regular basis so make sure you check the casino’s website because you just never know who will hit the stage next! Gold Eagle Casino is located at 11902 Railway Avenue, North Battleford. Phone 306-446-3833 for more information or check out their website at www. GoldEagleCasino.ca.
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History comes alive in Borden The Borden and District Museum consists of five buildings located on Main Street in Borden Saskatchewan. There is an original butcher shop, original barber shop, a heritage school house, a replica of the Diefenbaker Homestead House and a 1950’s Masonic Lodge. The museum is open from June 2 to August 25, 2018. It is open Tuesdays to Fridays from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, Saturdays 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm and Sundays 2:00 to 4:00 pm. The official museum opening for 2018 is Saturday, June 3 with a flag raising ceremony and free ice cream cones following. We will be holding a ribbon cutting ceremony for our newly created bathroom. Thanks to The Borden Lions Club and the generosity of many in the community, we were able to complete the bathroom project a year earlier than anticipated. Diefenbaker Daze is held that weekend as well! Borden Parks & Rec will be hosting a pancake breakfast and of course, a Slo-Pitch tournament. Our Canada 150 display in the yellow one-room school building “Celebrating Our Canadian Ways – Eh!!” featuring hand crafted Automata depicting things common to earlier times will remain for 2018. The public will be invited to try out/ run these under the supervision of our summer student. If you did not visit this display last year be sure to come and pull the handle on our welcome sign to see who Borden is “Home to”. The display also includes a paper quilt, depicting life in Borden and area over the years as well as a new bulletin board about the life and times of a local resident. A new display “Valued Vintage?” is in the basement of the Lodge building – showing the creativity of the early pioneers. Our summer student will be working on a display about “Communications Over the Years.” July 7 is “Historic Places Day” and the museum will be offering a guided walking tour of “old Borden” that afternoon. For five weeks during the summer “Adventures at the Museum” will take place Saturdays’ from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. A speaker will talk about some artifact at the museum and a simple craft pertaining to it will be made and is perfectly suited to those from six to 86 years of age! For those who like to get out and about, the museum has two geo-cache sites – one in the village and one in the country. We encourage everyone to come find them! The last Saturday of September, the 29th, is Borden’s annual Threshing Day in the field. The event site is located approximately 2.5 miles north of Borden on the Borden Grid. This is a free event featuring a parade of power, old time threshing and much more including a potato patch where you can pick up some fresh dug spuds to take home. After the threshing, the museum hosts a supper featuring roast beef, Continued on page 52
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Flag raising ceremony and free ice cream cones. Diefenbaker Daze (June 2 & 3): Borden Parks & Rec will be hosting a pancake breakfast, Kids' Zone, steak supper, and Slo-Pitch tournament HOURS: Tuesday - Friday 10:00am to 5:00pm; Saturday 1:00pm to 5:00pm; Sunday 2:00pm to 4:00pm; Closed Monday. After hour viewing appointments can be made by contacting
Helen at 306-997-4517
The museum can provide pre-arranged school and group tours
Threshing Day & Harvest Supper FREE Saturday, Sept. 29th EVENT 2.5 MILES NORTH OF BORDEN ON GRID Annual
Threshing Day starts 11:00 am Harvest Supper at 5:00 pm Call 306-997-4517 for more information Borden is located on Hwy #16, 25 minutes west of Saskatoon
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The Redberry Lake Discovery Trail is teeming with a wide variety of wildlife species during the summer months. (l-r) Chipmunks, Snipe, Muskrat and House Wren all call this habitat home.
Beauty of the Biosphere
Prairie Lilies can be discovered along the trail
The Redberry Lake Biosphere Reserve is internationally-recognized but is, ironically, little-known in the province. It is one of 16 UNESCO Biosphere Reserves in Canada and the only one in Saskatchewan. Its unique landscape and saline lake have provided a sanctuary for birds, plants and other wildlife for many decades. This article ran previously in the November 13, 2014 edition of the Clark’s Crossing Gazette. By Wayne Shiels
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In nature, everything is inter-related and inter-dependent. It’s a lesson the Redberry Lake Biosphere Reserve Board (RLBRB) has taken to heart as its members work in partnership with the local community, academics and international agencies to preserve the unique character of Redberry Lake, one of 16 UNESCO Biosphere Reserves in Canada and the only one in Saskatchewan. Peter Kingsmill, chair of the RLBRB, explained that they are working on a long-term sustainable regional plan for the area to guide growth and development over the next 25 years. One of the projects to come out of the plan was the use of a Land and Infrastructure Resiliency Assessment (LIRA), which involved conducting an aerial survey of the area using LiDAR. “Taking a plane flying back and forth in a grid pattern can measure elevation to the nearest centimeter,” explained Kingsmill. This project allowed the creation of a model that accurately predicted the flood events of 2013, and has proved to be a useful tool for municipalities. The North Saskatchewan River Basin Council, whose office is in the Research and Education Centre at Redberry Lake, oversees the Agri-Environmental Group Plan’s ‘Growing Forward’ initiative which encourages producers to implement Beneficial Management Practices in order to reduce negative impacts on the areas’ soil, water, air, and biodiversity. Hafford Central School was the first educational institution in Saskatchewan to participate in the UNESCO Associated Schools 50
An American White Pelican glides over the lake
Project Network (ASPNet). This association provides great opportunities to teach students about sustainable development and the need to protect nature. It allows the school to develop important connections with the biosphere reserve, including giving them hands-on experiences as they work alongside experts to monitor the water quality within the watershed. DISCOVERY TRAIL Redberry Biosphere has strong connections with the Rhoen Biosphere in Germany. This cooperation was best shown at the September 2, 2014 opening of the newly-developed Discovery Trail in the buffer zone of Redberry Lake Biosphere Reserve. The trail was based on principles created at the German biosphere . “The Redberry Lake Discovery Trail is the second joint project of the German Rhoen Biosphere Reserve and Saskatchewan’s Redberry Lake Biosphere Reserve,” said Karl-Friedrich Abe, head of administration of the Rhoen Biosphere Reserve/Thuringia during the opening ceremony for the trail. “We have a similar trail near our administration building in Germany, where we invite guests to explore and watch nature and show them how little it sometimes takes to protect it.” In his remarks at the ribbon cutting ceremony he added: “This is not only a hiking trail but a discovery trail. It is the result of the good cooperation we have. It is not only for the biosphere reserve but it is for all.” The trail adds another attraction for Saskatchewan and the Redberry Lake area. “To bring this educational trail to Saskatchewan and the Redberry Lake Biosphere Reserve is a project which supports the idea of a global network and of Biosphere Reserves as model regions that promote answers on how people and nature can co-exist,” explained Kingsmill. The trail, which connects Redberry Lake Regional Park with the Pelletier Point development on the north slopes of Redberry Continued on next page
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Beauty of the biosphere Continued from previous page Lake, takes hikers along the shore of the 25-square mile wide lake, through aspen trees and groves, shrubs full of buffaloberries, chokecherries and saskatoon berries. The trail provides beautiful views of the lake while inviting explorers to discover and playfully learn about nature and her secrets through a series of stations. One such station is a bird/bat house display with leaflets containing instructions on building and maintaining houses for bluebirds, chickadees, saw-whet owls, American kestrals and bats. Another station is a rock garden that provides habitat for amphibians, reptiles, and insects. A third is an insect hotel display and a fourth is called a “tree symphony.” As Thomas Abe explained, “The trail is a fun way to enjoy a walk in nature and a fun way to learn something about nature.” Hikers, mountain bikers and nature lovers can look forward to future developments. “We want to continue this trail around the lake. This is just the start,” said John Kindrachuk, Executive Director of the RLBR. The establishment of the Redberry Lake Discovery Trail was made possible through financial support from Mountain Equipment Co-operative (MEC) and EcoFriendly Sask, and through volunteers and land owners who see the value of projects like this trail. The challenge faced by the Biosphere Reserve in the future will be to maintain this unique trail, especially when it comes to clearing the trail of grass and branches that grow back so quickly. If you want to get involved as volunteer or as sponsor of this trail you are asked to please email info@redberrylake.ca. Copies of the leaflets found on the trail and more information on this trail and other trails within the biosphere can be found at http://redberrylake.ca/exploreus/hikingtrailstips.php The trail is just one more reason to enjoy Redberry Lake. The beauty of the area, the clear waters, the friendliness of the people, and the abundance and variety of flora and fauna make it a great place to visit. Because of the area’s designation as an internationally-recognized UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, it is well known throughout the world, but not so much here. Redberry Lake is a hidden gem of Saskatchewan waiting to be explored.
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Thomas Abe gives details about the nest box display on the Redberry Lake Discovery Trail
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Rockin’ good times at Sesula Mineral and Gem Museum What do you do when a new friend leaves you his incredible mineral and gem collection? You start a museum in his honour! That’s what 14-year-old Judah Tyreman and his nine-year-old sister, Avi, did in Radisson in May 2016 with the opening of the Sesula Mineral & Gem Museum, the only hands on museum of its kind in North America. Judah had already started his own large collection prior to opening the museum, and it was this shared love of minerals and gems that brought about an unlikely friendship between himself and Stewart Sesula, for whom the museum is named. The museum has done a spectacular job of presenting informative displays that take visitors who stop in from around the world on a journey of wonder and education. Boasting over 3,000 minerals, fossils, gems and meteorites that are globally sourced, the collection grows daily. Whether it’s pieces from the Crystal Cave World Heritage Site in Mexico or massive muscovite from Russia, items ranging from meteors to dinosaurs, from geodes to gems, make this museum collection one of the most complete and dazzling you will ever experience. After almost a year of operation, Phase 2 of the museum will be
Judah and Avi Tyreman
open as of May 15, 2017. It will increase the museum’s space by over 200 per cent thanks to the generous financial support of Eleanor Krimmel from the United States, who fully who funded it. To acknowledge her support over the years, Judah has named the new annex after her. Judah’s first main goal after opening was realized in January with the addition of a Velociraptor dinosaur skeleton from Britain. Phase 2 also includes a new six-foot diameter globe of the Earth as the central piece for the astro-geology area, plus over $10,000 in new specimens from around the world. His early fascination with rocks and minerals has morphed into a growing specialization. Judah has become a wealth of information on many things mineral and gem-related. The Sesula Mineral and Gem Museum offers many items for purchase, from mineral samples and fossils, to jewelry of semiprecious stones and gems, allowing people of all ages to start their own collections at prices kids can afford. One of Judah’s main motivations in starting the museum was to help kids and adults alike set aside their tech devices for a while and get back in touch with the real world. For a tactile experience rooted in reality, check out the Sesula Mineral and Gem Museum at 333 Main Street in Radisson, and visit their Facebook page for updates.
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Fridays between 11:00 am and 5:00 pm. Foster’s Store opened in 1905 – while still standing – is now permanently closed. Borden Museum is part of the eight museums in the River Valley Museum Network (Borden, Langham, Hepburn, Waldheim, Blaine Lake, Hague, Rosthern and SK Railway Museum). The Network is offering a self-guided tour in June, July and August with the chance to win tickets to the Station Arts Theatre in Rosthern, dinner for two and a one-night stay at a bed and breakfast in the Rosthern area, if all museums have been visited. Passports are available at any of the eight museums.
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Excitement lives at Dakota Dunes Casino The Dakota Dunes Casino is located on the historical Whitecap First Nation, 20 minutes south of Saskatoon on Highway 219. Located on a hilltop at the height of the South Saskatchewan River Valley Basin, the Dakota Dunes Casino offers a magnificent view to go with top-notch entertainment. The beautiful Vegas-style casino is sure to wow visitors from all over the world. The casino also excels in friendly, courteous service and the traditional First Nations hospitality is unsurpassed anywhere. With over 80,000 sq. ft. including the large gaming floor, multipurpose room, and restaurant and a popular Tim Hortons outlet, players can choose from over 550 slot machines and 14 table games. Many top entertainment names have played over the years in the casino’s entertainment venue including Tanya Tucker, Steve Earle, Lorrie Morgan Los Lobos, Steve Earle and Finger Eleven. Tickets are now on sale for several terrific shows, including The Fab Four: The Ultimate Tribute set to hit the stage and bring back all the great memories of the Beatles on Thursday, June 7. For those looking to relive their youth, Dakota Dunes Casino is proud to present the 80s party featuring Wang Chung as well as the Cutting Crew on Saturday, June 16. If you want to walk 500 miles on Friday, September 14, put on your best kicks and join the party at Dakota Dunes with the Proclaimers. Tickets for all events and shows can be purchased online at www.dakotadunescasino. com. Throughout the month of May, play live table games to win Hot Seat Draws every Monday to Thursday and your shot at winning a $1,000 gas card! Draw will take place Thursday, May 31 at 11:00 p.m.
Dakota Dunes Casino has teamed up with a number of local hotels to make your stay in the Saskatoon area more enjoyable. Each night you stay at one of our participating local hotels, you may be entitled to receive a voucher for $5 off at Arrowhead Grill and Pay $10, Play $20 in Free Slot Play. Abundant, flexible space and five-star service make the Dakota Dunes Event Centre the meeting planner’s choice for hosting major conventions, trade shows, banquets, meetings and special events. Whether you’re planning a meeting for 30 business executives, a conference for up to 400, or a gala dinner, we have the professional resources, catering and production knowledge to make your event memorable. To learn more about our conference and convention facilities, or to have our professional staff arrange a custom event for you, please call 306667-6471 and ask to speak with our event coordinator. The casino, which is located next to the championship calibre Dakota Dunes Golf Links, also offers free shuttle service from various points in Saskatoon as well as free valet parking. Dakota Dunes Casino is open Sunday to Wednesday 9 am to 3 am and Thursday to Saturday 9 am to 4 am. 53
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Exciting season planned for Wyant Group Raceway The 2018 season at Wyant Group Raceway (just 2 km north of Saskatoon on Hwy #12) promises to be another high-octane summer of family fun … running late May to the end of September. Allowing children under the age of 12 to get in for free has resulted in over a 2,000 % increase in young fans experiencing the action, thrills and spills of auto racing, making Wyant Group Raceway a true family destination. This year’s schedule features the WSSL Super Late Models including ‘five’ extra special dates under the Denray Tire (Western Speed Association) Invitationals, co-presented by BFGoodrich. Being one of the most popular Divisions, fans will be treated to some tire-rubbin’-fender-lickin’ good racing !! The always exciting Tiger Automotive Pro-Trucks are back along with the Golf’s Car Wash Street and Mini-Stock Divisions, attracting thousands of fans to fast-paced, competitive battles. The Shell Canada Sportsman Division is one of the strongest groups of racers competing in another tightly contested class, plus this year will feature four female drivers vying to challenge top spot. Earthworks and Cervus Equipment co-present the Sask Legends with the crew at Schira Subway bringing you the amazingly quick young racers within the Bandolero Division … but that’s not all … the cutest (and slowest) races in 2018 will be the Affinity Credit Union Little Racers, when kids between 4 and 8 years old climb into 12 volt mini-cars for what we know will be a new fan favorite !! For older speed enthusiasts, the Dakota Dunes Casino Race Experience will provide a fast-track safety briefing, ridealong test run and then a chance to take the wheel and whip
around the track for a few laps to ‘really’ get YOUR chanceof-a-lifetime adrenalin rush !! (see wyantgroupraceway.ca for details) On July 25th the BAYER Velocity Prairie Thunder Twin 125’s hit town with the NASCAR Pinty’s Series … one of only two NASCAR stops in Western Canada !! A bonus race will feature a Super Late Model 100 Lap feature, showcasing three incredible races all in the same night; now THAT is a must see !! Wyant Group Raceway carries forward a 55 year tradition of racing in Saskatoon. Having also hosted Air Shows, Monster Trucks, musical acts, the Circus and other events, this is one exciting oval that is sure to please fans of any age. Tickets and updated season info can be found at www.wyantgroupraceway.ca.
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Something for everyone in Warman Named Canada’s Fastest Growing Municipality in 2016, the City of Warman continues to provide exciting opportunities for residents and visitors alike! Growth isn’t stopping, either as new residents and businesses continue to call Warman home. Boasting one of the highest parks-per-residential acre in the region, there are more than a number of reasons families are moving here. “People are continuing to make Warman home, we have the policies in place to be attractive to families and businesses alike...we continue to offer a range of services to everybody,” said Warman Economic Development Officer Josh Welz. A new hotel, the Days Inn, opened in late 2016, along with a new, 100-room Special Care Home, along with a 72 room expansion to the already existing Warman Mennonite Special Care Home. Development in the new Traditions residential neighbourhood is ramping up and is anchored by two new jointuse public and separate elementary schools that opened in September of 2017. A new licensed daycare for children has recently opened and is also a welcome addition in Warman, giving parents with young children more options for childcare. Welz said Warman is seeing more young professionals and families moving to the community. The city’s median age is just 32.4, with the average household size being 2.9. More details about the community, including tourist attractions, can be found in the guide at www.warmanguide.ca. For visitors to the community, Warman offers a number of exciting events throughout the year. The Warman Farmer’s Market is open Thursday afternoons from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm in the parking lot at City Hall. The farmer’s market runs outdoors from May until October and a special market is held at the Legends Centre prior to Christmas. The City of Warman also boasts a large annual trade show each fall. Warman’s Open for Business Exhibition – also known as WOBE – will be held October 12 and 13 at the Legends Centre and attracts over 100 exhibitors for the two-day event. The annual Warman Diamond Rodeo, taking place June 8 10, is celebrating its 26th year in 2018 and features contestants from the Canadian Cowboys Association. This exciting event is part of Family Days in Warman and will feature a pancake 58
The 2018 WSCV Sports Celebrity Dinner will be held Thursday, August 23. Last year’s guests included former Edmonton Oilers Charlie Huddy, Kelly Buchberger, Craig MacTavish; former Calgary Flames Mike Vernon, Joel Otto and Doug Gilmour; and retired Toronto Blue Jays Mike Timlin, Ed Sprague and Kelly Gruber. breakfast, parade, Saturday evening cabaret, and children’s entertainment. Next, Canada Day celebrations will take place at Lion’s Park in Warman! You don’t want to miss the spectacular fireworks display to cap off the evening! See www.warman.ca for a complete list of all the fun activities planned for the day! Want to mingle with some sports stars? Attend the annual Warman Sport & Cultural Village (WSCV) Sports Celebrity Dinner & Auction on Thursday, August 23. This year’s lineup is scheduled to include retired NHL stars Bryan Trottier, and Dennis Hull, Jaden Schwartz and Brayden Schenn of the St. Louis Blues as well as retired Blues winger Kelly Chase. To see who is coming for dinner in 2018 and for ticket details, see the WSCV Sports Celebrity Dinner and Auction page on Facebook or contact the WSCV office at (306) 933-1929.
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‘Let’s Move!’ at Folkfest this summer! This year, 25 cultural pavilions will proudly showcase their heritage and culture during Folkfest’s 39th Anniversary on August 16-18, in Saskatoon. These pavilions will showcase their culture through displays, demonstrations, amazing entertainment and delicious ethnic foods. We will be located around the City with Folkfest shuttle buses that will provide free 15 minute service to all locations from Malls, Major Hotels, City Hall and all pavilion locations. Over 5,000 enthusiastic volunteers and sponsors help to make the festival a success. Folkfest is an annual multicultural festival which has taken place since 1980 in the City of Saskatoon. You will be transported to many lands around the globe, feeling the atmosphere of many countries, many cultures, right here in Saskatoon. The $16 passport is an admission passport full of information about the sights, sounds and tastes featured at every pavilion. Children 12 and under are FREE with an adult. Passports this year are numbered for your chance to win 1 of many amazing prizes! A Folkfest passport provides patrons with UNLIMITED access for three days and provides the holder to FREE transportation on the provided shuttle service. A map indicating pavilion locations and bus routes is located in the centre of the passport. Folkfest ‘18 – ``Let’s Move!`` ~ runs Thursday and Friday (August 16 and 17) from 5:00 p.m. to midnight and Saturday (August 18) from 3:00 p.m. to midnight. Please call (306) 931-0100 for more information or visit our website, www.saskatoonfolkfest.ca. Also download our Free App!
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Lighting up Saskatchewan’s Living Skies Saskatoon’s Nutrien Fireworks Festival offers whimsical and playful experiences for all ages to enjoy. Taking place over the Labour Day weekend Aug 31 and Sep 1, 2018. Join thousands who will emerge on to the river’s edge for fun, food and entertainment, before being wowed by spectacular fireworks displays. The fireworks shows are unique each night and are choreographed to music. Its an experience not to be missed! Program and features The festival gets underway at 5:00 pm on Friday and Saturday. Visitors are encouraged to use public transportation or ride their bikes and use the complimentary bike valet service at the festival. Come to take in the free live entertainment and many activities for kids. There is lots of opportunity to experience various food vendors and see other exhibits and displays. Special features include the SGI Safety Fair; onsite contests, and the opportunity to learn to Drum; Dance; Build a Teepee.. The evening wraps up with a fantastic fireworks display launched with the South Saskatchewan River and Saskatoon’s bridges as the backdrop. The 2018 theme of Whimsical and Playful will be reflected in several ways throughout the festival. International pyrotechnic experts will provide amazing moments in the sky; and the festivities will provide tremendous moments along the Meewasin Valley, the family activities are an opportunity for families to enjoy each other’s company and participate in amazingly fun activities. Unique Elements for 2018 More than 50,000 people attend over the two days. This year the Nutrien Fireworks Festival will include family activities in multiple locations along the river; cultural programming, live music; and international pyrotechnic shows. The Fireworks Festival offers citizens and visitors to Saskatoon a deeper feeling of connection to their community through an exciting annual cultural event that showcases local talent and the beautiful landscape that Saskatoon has to offer. The 2018 event will feature dynamic young bands as well as top Saskatchewan Music talent at the free stages. The River Landing 60
Amphitheatre stage will highlight cultural performances from several groups. This two day event brings fun, excitement and entertainment all along the river. For more information about this year’s festival, see our website at: nutrienfireworksfestival.ca. Looking for accommodations? Visit tourismsaskatoon.com/hotels/best-saskatoonhotels.
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Campland RV Resort offers premier camping with all the amenities Avid campers Wes and Diana Baerg started their own RV resort after noticing a lack of camping spots in the Saskatoon area. The demand for regional camping sites has been steadily growing and Campland has become a favourite destination. The Baergs envisioned a premier camping resort with amenities they themselves would look for if they were the guests. Featuring 126 full-service pull-through sites, Campland RV Resort offers sewer, power and water service as well as a group camping area for up to six RVs complete with a covered eating room. Each site includes a 12’ x 70’ gravel drive, lawn, picnic table, fire pit, and WiFi service. The resort also has a confectionery, firewood, coin operated showers, coin operated laundry and a playground for the kids. For those looking to cool down on hot summer days or just wanting to have some fun in the sun, Campland RV Resort also operates a heated swimming pool and spray park. “We knew what we wanted in a campsite, so we made sure it was included here,” says Wes. “Our friendly staff are here to serve our guests and you’ll feel right at home no matter where you’re from or how long your stay is with us.” Located on 90 acres of land just off Highway 16 and less than 10 minutes from Saskatoon, Campland RV Resort is taking reservations for the 2018 season. Reservations are not required but can be made up to a year in advance. Hosting visitors from as far away as Jerusalem, Australia, New Zealand and Germany – as well as various parts of Canada and the United States – Campland RV Resort offers daily, weekly, monthly and seasonal rates. The resort is also part of the Good Sam Club, offering club members discounts on nightly rates. Any campers interested in the club can sign up for a membership when they check in at Campland.
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Festival Fête Fransaskoise a family celebration Don’t miss out on the only summer festival celebrating the artistic and cultural diversity of the Francophonie in Saskatchewan; the Festival Fête fransaskoise! Join the celebration at Pike Lake, provincial park south of Saskatoon from July 6-8 for three magical days of Francophone music, arts and culture, workshops, games and activities in the breathtaking setting of Pike Lake Provincial park (15 min south of Saskatoon). Set in the famous Francophone “joie de vivre” and French charm setting, the Festival provides an incredible line-up of local, regional and national artists in all genres. The Saturday night concert also features internationally renowned Cajun artist, Zachary Richard, who is sure to “Laisser le bon temps rouler”. Don’t speak French? No problem! The festival offers services in both French and English. The festival’s objective is to contribute to Saskatchewan cultural and artistic landscape and provide a weekend of fun and discoveries for everyone: families, music fans, art lovers, campers, urban dwellers and curious minds. Continued on next page
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Festival Fête Fransaskoise Continued from previous page In addition to the music, attendees will be treated to extra entertainment like a children’s play area and show, and outdoor activities. The celebrations begin, on Friday, July 6th at 7 p.m. Need a place to stay? We’ve secured camping sites at Pike Lake for tents and trailers at a very low price. They provide access to hot showers and washroom facilities, a swimming pool, a snack bar, and the golf course. Please note additional charges may apply for some activities. Pike Lake brings a great dimension to the event as it offers a broad choice of activities as well, such as an outdoor pool with a waterslide, a sand beach, a nature trail system and a min-
Prairie Sky Chamber of Commerce leading the way The effort to boost collaboration between the Warman & Martensville Chambers of Commerce took a giant leap last fall, as leaders of both organizations realized they had the ability, the will and the right timing to initiate an amalgamation. Both organizations recognized that they had many shared goals and issues and that combining their resources would make them a much stronger advocate for the future growth of the economic region. The amalgamation is the first of its kind in the province of Saskatchewan and will likely be a model for other Chambers in the future. “It’s about building collective capacity. Municipal boundaries don’t define our economy. This region is, in fact, one economic marketplace. This amalgamation is opening the door for strong collaborations with other partners and provides greater opportunities for new ones, enabling the Chamber to grow so that our members can grow too.” explained Jaimie Malmgren, Executive Director with the Prairie Sky Chamber of Commerce. And that’s exactly what they have done. The Prairie Sky Chamber is now the 5th largest Chamber in the province giving the region a bigger voice in business and government all while increasing the economic diversity of the Chamber. Not only has the amalgamation opened the doors to attract high profile business speakers but members also benefit by having access to better opportunities for network connections. With nearly 200 members, the Prairie Sky Chamber connects the business community by building business networks, partnering for professional development and delivers a variety of events, including the Warman, Martensville & Region Business Excellence Awards Gala. This annual event is a spectacular evening and celebrates businesses for their excellence. Sign up today and join a team of successful business leaders in the region that are dedicated to making the Warman, Martensville and region the best place to live, work and grow a business. To learn more, visit us at www.prairieskychamber.ca or contact our office today (306) 292-7066.
iature golf course. The barrier-free trail that runs from the main beach to the creek that feeds into the lake is one of key elements that makes Pike Lake a magical place to discover! Your summer francophone festival runs from July 6th to 8th at Pike Lake. Tickets are on sale now, and you can find full information at the festival’s official website www.fetefransaskoise.ca Early Bird, day and weekend passes to the Festival, as well as camping sites are available online at https://fetefransaskoise. eventbrite.ca. Entrance is free for children 13 years or under. Embrace your curiosity and “joie de vivre” and join the party!
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Summer comes alive by the river with Shakespeare on the Saskatchewan Make Saskatoon your summertime theatre destination and experience the magic of Shakespeare the way it was meant to be enjoyed: performed live on stage by professional actors! Nothing says “Summer is here!” in Saskatoon quite like seeing Shakespeare on the Saskatchewan’s iconic tents in the beautiful Meewasin Valley in the heart of downtown Saskatoon. The riverside surroundings create the perfect intimate setting for some of the most exciting and unique theatre in the province. Shakespeare on the Saskatchewan is your theatre company, a company that prides itself on making its plays accessible to a wide audience with contemporary adaptations that are both relevant and fun to be a part of. So come on down to our riverside deck and relax and enjoy a drink from Sir Toby’s Tavern and make this annual festival part of your Saskatoon summer experience! From early July to late August, two full-length plays are performed in repertory in the big white festival main stage tent on the riverbank. In our 34th Season The Merry Wives of Windsor features the disreputable and loveable Falstaff played by festival favourite Joshua Beaudry. Feigned lechery and intense jealousy fuel the fire in this hilarious comedy. We are also thrilled to stage the Bard’s most revered tragedy Hamlet in a modern and edgy style. Everyone loves the ghosts, murder plots and madness at the heart of this classic tale. Finally, we are pleased to expand the festival in 2018 with an exciting new third production on a secret second stage for mature audiences only! Puppets will tell the story of the most violent and bloody tragedy in Shakespeare’s canon, adapted as: Titus A. puppet revenge. Delightful yet potentially disturbing, it will not be for the faint of heart! As always the plays are complimented by an exciting mix of events and activities including the very popular Medieval Feasts, Chefs on the Saskatchewan Fundraiser, and Dance Saskatchewan Monday nights – see the full schedule at www. shakespearesask.com. Shakespeare is also a proud partner of Prairie Lily Riverboat Tours, and you can receive a $10 discount if you book the Cruisin to Shakespeare package – a 4:00 pm river cruise and Shakespeare play on the same evening at www.theprairielily.com. Our gates open at 5:00 pm daily for happy hour at Sir Toby’s Tavern. And new in 2018: BBQ food by Boryski’s Butcher Block! You can grab a drink and a bite while you enjoy free pre-show entertainment on our Community 64
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(l-r): Skye Brandon (Hamlet), Kate Herriot (Horatio), Joshua Beaudry (Falstaff) and Kristi Friday (Titus A. puppeteer) Stage, featuring an eclectic mix of local performance artists. The 2018 Shakespeare on the Saskatchewan Festival runs from July 4 to August 19, gates open at 5:00 pm daily, and noon on Sundays. For tickets visit www.shakespearesask.com beginning May 1 or call the on-site box office at (306) 652-9100 (opening June 13).
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Turning back the clock at the Saskatchewan Railway Museum This museum on the Pike Lake Highway 60 offers a handon experience for visitors. Climb on a train. Walk through a vintage railway station. View railway artifacts that helped build Saskatchewan’s railway history. The museum was established in 1990 and this year celebrates its 28th anniversary. The museum is operated by the Saskatchewan Railroad Historical Association, who have collected upwards of 50 vintage railcars and thirty historical railway buildings. These items are restored and maintained by a volunteer work crew. The museum is open Thursdays to Mondays (closed Tuesday/Wednesday) from 10 am to 5 pm. From the May long weekend to the Labour Day weekend. Admission is $6 for adults, $4 for age 6-16, under age 6 is free. Group tours are available by contacting the museum at 306382-9855 or check our website www. Saskrailmuseum.org for more details on the museum’s collection. Watch for special events throughout the summer! Summer student staff are courtesy of the Government of Canada – Young Canada Works and Service Canada.
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A new overpass at the junction of Highway 12 and Main Street will make accessing the City of Martensville easier and safer for motorists
Growth of Martensville continues at a quick pace Optimism and growth continue to be a theme in the City of Martensville. This can be characterized through the city’s new 160 acre master-planned neighbourhood, Lake Vista. Dillon Shewchuk, the city’s economic development manager says Lake Vista is going to be an exciting new neighbourhood. “We see so much more activity and growth in Lake Vista, it is great to see the diversity of housing and builders involved in that subdivision along with the new joint use school. We anticipate more residents coming into Lake Vista leading to commercial activity in that subdivision.“ Lake Vista features two new elementary schools that opened this past fall. Lake Vista Common is an 11 acre commercial site within the subdivision with potential to bring services close to the residents on the east side of Martensville. The subdivision is adjacent to Kinsmen Park and the aquatic centre, and is already connected to the pathway system that runs along the neighbourhoods’ scenic lakes. Business development in Martensville is expected to continue. More services in Martensville means a better quality of life for residents as these were typically services residents felt they may have to go into Saskatoon to enjoy. Martensville has welcomed a new Co-op grocery store, Dollarama, Mr. Mikes Casual Steakhouse recently and entrepreneurial activity and interest remains strong. Shewchuk says “it is good to see people still interested in looking at small business in Martensville, especially in light of the lease space that has been added into the community over the past several years, small business is also great for adding to local services and providing additional job opportunities.“ Infrastructure growth and improvements remain a priority in Martensville. The area around Main Street and the Lake Vista subdivision has had intersection upgrades and is paved east to permit improved access to the new Schools 68
and future commercial activity in Lake Vista. The province has commenced building an overpass at Highway 12 and Main Street, a project that will be complete in 2019 Even in light of all the activity and projects the City of Martensville has kept tax increases low and maintained a competitive commercial tax environment and incentives for new commercial construction. “I think generally our leadership wants to ensure that growth happens responsibly and that our city remains attractive to live in, and we can do this through fair taxation and bringing more amenities and services to the community,” Shewchuk concluded.
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John Arcand Fiddle Fest celebrates 21st year in 2018 Be ready for great entertainment and lots of Métis culture at this year’s John Arcand Fiddle Fest (JAFF) August 9 to 12. Enjoy four days featuring professional and emerging musician concerts, daily main stage entertainment, showcases, old time dances, one of Western Canada’s biggest fiddle contests and over 100 free workshops in fiddle, jigging, guitar, square dancing and Métis art forms. In it’s 21st year, JAFF’s popularity continues to grow with people coming from Canada, the US and further. The festival’s unique entertainment and programming started from John Arcand, Master of the Métis Fiddle, and has grown through his circle of music friends and it’s partnership with the Gabriel Dumont Institute and committed sponsors. “Working with the John Arcand Fiddle Fest is important for the renewal and development of Métis culture,” says Karon Shmon, Gabriel Dumont Institute Director. “We value our collaborative partnership and the community of learning the festival strengthens and nurtures.” John Arcand, Canada’s most decorated and award winning fiddler, started the festival to realize his dream of giving back and helping young people learn the traditions of music and dance under the guidance of Elders. With John’s well respected reputation in the music world and beyond, the Fiddle Fest has been able to attract professionals and create high level Continued on next page
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John Arcand Fiddle Fest Continued from previous page entertainment and programming. Quality entertainment and the popular Métis cultural camps have resulted in continual growth for the festival. “We are proud of the cross-cultural community we have created with our partners and sponsors,” says Wilfred Burton, JAFF Board Member. “The Fiddle Fest brings together diverse attendees with people, cultures and music and dance lovers of all ages.” Located just southwest of Saskatoon, where locals can drive or take a shuttle, JAFF’s beautiful country location offers free, unserviced camping and parking, a children’s activity area and concession. Affordable fun: $60 weekend, $20 day. Children 12 and under free with adult. For complete programming and times visit the JAFF website: www.johnarcandfiddlefest.com.
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Wheatland Express
A ‘Made in Saskatchewan’ experience The Wheatland Express Inc. is Central Saskatchewan’s exclusive excursion and event passenger train. We offer excursions, entertainment, sightseeing, dinner theatre and shows, as well as a venue for private and corporate functions. Our aim is to provide first-rate attractions and events for tourists, visitors and people of Saskatchewan. We are a not-for-profit company. Wheatland Express will generate tourism, economic and employment opportunity for the communities of Cudworth, Wakaw and the RM of Hoodoo. Our premiere season is 2018; we are open from June 2 to September 15, 2018. Wheatland Express celebrates Saskatchewan, our prairie culture, the talents of our people, and our rich agricultural heritage. Our events showcase Saskatchewan performers and entertainers along with Canadian performers. Many of our dinner menus are Saskatchewan inspired. We want our patrons to have an exceptional “Made in Saskatchewan” experience and to know the local charm, hospitality, and strong community spirit experienced in the prairie towns of Cudworth and Wakaw. The Wheatland Express - Excursion Train will run on the Wheatland Short Line Rail track along Highway 2 between the communities of Wakaw and Cudworth Saskatchewan. This ideal location is central to Saskatoon, Prince Albert, Humboldt and Melfort. The train offers several passenger cars and a diner with food and beverage service.
inland terminals were built; these have greater storage and handling capacity and so rail service on many lines diminished. For countless farmers, this meant they would have to truck their grain to be sold. The people and community leaders chose to keep their railway viable. In the pioneering years, as Saskatchewan was being established, many communities sprang up along newly established rail lines. Cudworth and Wakaw are two such communities. These laid-back prairie towns were founded by determined, strong European homesteaders seeking a robust farming opportunity. Wheatland Express wants to preserve and celebrate this heritage and history.
The Wheatland Express Inc. is Central Saskatchewan’s exclusive excursion and event passenger train. We offer excursions, entertainment, sightseeing, dinner theatre and shows, as well as a venue for private and corporate functions. The train offers several passenger cars and a diner with food and beverage service.
HOW IT ALL BEGAN...
Wheatland Rail Inc., in partnership with Great Sandhills Railway Ltd., provides many railway services to farmers and grain producers in central Saskatchewan’s prairie grain belt. The staff and management of Wheatland Rail imagined new opportunities for this valuable segment of rail line. They knew of many viable, thriving tourist and event trains that offered remarkable experiences and entertainment to people. Knowing there is no other tourist excursion train in the northern half of Saskatchewan, the discussion among the Staff began. “Why can’t we? The locomotives are here, the rail track is here and the employees are here”. So, the idea to innovate and offer more from this railway grew to include excursions and events for visitors, vacationers, and train enthusiasts. This is how it all began, the dream of the Wheatland Express – Excursion Train. The staff, with their many combined years of experience, understand the absolute need to uphold rail safety; this inspired the concept of the “Wheatland Express - Safety Train.” The Safety Train will provide education on railway safety using qualified instructors, educational and safety awareness materials, a simulation machine and the train itself. Today’s Wheatland Rail developed from a line of a track previously serviced and owned by Canadian National Railway. As grain handling in Canada moved toward the closure of wood structured grain elevators, the prairies experienced a change. Concrete
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Spend some leisure time in friendly Langham This historic and vibrant Saskatchewan community is located on Highway 16 just 35 kilometres northwest of the City of Saskatoon. Town of Langham Recreation Director Margot Orr says the major summer event, not to be missed, is Langham Days held on June 22-24. “This annual celebration includes a Friday night Cabaret, a slo-pitch tournament, bouncy castles, games, a main street parade, fireworks and much more. Langham Days is a good event for people to attend because it has an old time feel with full community involvement and makes you feel like you are a part of a something big.” Adding to the small town charm of Langham are beautiful parks and green spaces for the kids to play and enjoy the summer sun. Langham Recreation also has their Super Summer Events Series planned again this year in July and August. This series is full of children’s and youth programming that takes place a few times a week. Previous years have seen minute to win it type games, outings and theme activities that will thrill any
youngster looking for something to do on the school break. Orr says even though they are small, they continue to make Langham a wonderful place to live and visit. “The Recreation Department strives to improve and add to the activities offered during our Langham Days Celebration. If families, companies or individuals would like to sponsor an event to help us grow the celebration, please feel free to contact the Recreation Department at the Town Office at 306-283-4842.”
Community Events May
Annual InterCommunity Garage Sale Saturday the 12th Museum opens on the Long Weekend
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Museum closes for the season on the long weekend Passport to Langham – Check out what Langham has to offer Centennial Arena reopens for the season– Call to book your ice times
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Community Fowl Supper on Sunday the 28th
November
Annual Christmas Craft & Trade Fair Saturday the 17th
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Langham Museum has wealth of history It often seems that life is a busy rush these days. There’s nothing like a stop at Langham’s best kept secret – the beautiful museum in the historic railway station – to help slow things down a bit. Be transported back to a time where your grandparents and parents lived – before the days of cars, phones, television and the internet. It is a breath of fresh air to check out their well-organized displays of life at the turn of the early 1900s. There is always a warm welcome from the Plus 60 group that serves coffee and cookies every Monday, Wednesday and Friday morning. It’s a great place to meet neighbours and friends! Check out the artifacts on the main floor including many Doukhobour and Ukrainian cultural items, along with toy tractors and dolls, newspaper and magazine publications, and photography equipment. Head into the past as you descend downstairs to view the well-organized home display including a kitchen, dining room, bedroom and living room. Wander through the general store, chapel, school room and railway office. Being surrounded by such history, it is such a delight to once again spot old dishes that your mom or grandma used, or perhaps find your own favourite walking doll or truck. The men will especially enjoy checking out the large tool selection in the general store display and the working telegraph office at the railway station is a delight to everyone! Now it’s time to step out onto the train station platform, and check out old cutters that perhaps took your parents to school over the fields in the winter behind the horse, ploughs, antique tractors, trucks and the like. Wander over to the end of the station where you are treated to the realistic sounds of a train coming into the station, transporting you back to meeting your grandparents or other such delightful memories! All aboard! Besides regular coffee times, the museum opens to the public over the May long weekend and is available for viewing Tuesdays to Saturdays from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm or by appointment. The museum closes for the season during the La-
bour Day long weekend. Langham offers a rich experience in culture and history and the Langham Museum is busy throughout the year. The museum sees about 4,000 people across its threshold every year, and is busiest during the summer months. Run by volunteers, the Langham Museum is an active organization that also features geocache and Munzee sites outside the building. The museum serves pie and coffee at Langham Days in June and hosts a number of fundraisers throughout the year, including a Christmas banquet in December. Feel free to give a phone call to the numbers listed by the door if no one is at the museum when you stop in. The committee members would be happy to show you around their piece of the past! Admission is by donation. When you’re in the area, take time for a breath of fresh air and stop in at Langham’s best kept secret. You’ll be delighted with the leisurely trip down memory lane!
Langham & District Heritage Village & Museum 302 Railway Street, Langham, SK
Summer Opening Hours: May long weekend to September long weekend Tuesday - Saturday 10:00 am to 4:00 pm For viewing at other times or for more information, or to rent the premises, please contact Doreen at 306-283-4342 Located on Railway Street in Langham 20 minute drive west of Saskatoon on the Yellowhead Highway 16 www.langham.ca 73
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Dalmeny Days always a big hit for families The Town of Dalmeny is celebrating it’s annual Dalmeny Days weekend June 1-3. Dalmeny Days is the town’s largest community event. It is the perfect time for families and members of our community to get out, meet new people and learn what our town has to offer. Dalmeny Days consists of a full weekend of activities including a parade, pancake breakfast, family bingo, slo-pitch tournament, bounce houses, outdoor laser tag, petting zoo, pony rides, concession, face painting, balloon guy, live music entertainment, custom car show, fireworks and more. This event is designed to encourage community involvement and spirit among all residents. Dalmeny Days is always put on at no cost to the public. The Town covers expenses and the entire event is run with the help of volunteers from our community, recreation board and dedicated staff members.
DALMENY DAYS June 1-2-3, 2018
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Slow Pitch Tournament Petting Zoo Pony Rides Bouncy Houses Face Painting Balloon Man OutdoorLaser Tag Parade Pancake Breakfast Fireworks Live Music sponsored by the Saskatoon Country Music Association in beer gardens
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Residential walkout homes with direct access to the golf course and country club For information about Greenbryre Golf and Country Club or tournament bookings contact Brad Vinnick at 306-373-7600, Ext. 4. For information on the purchasing of lots, contact Troy Slater at 306-374-4774. 78
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Golf & Country Club The perfect place for golfers with active, busy lifestyles A new and improved golf experience is located just off Highway 16, southeast of Saskatoon, at Greenbryre Golf and Country Club. Consisting of a north six and a south six, the province’s only 12 hole golf course is surrounded by a high-end real estate development. Individuals and groups now have the option to play six, 12 or 18 holes, depending on their availability. This new idea caters to those who have less time to step out onto the course and play a round of golf. The new 12 hole golf facility was designed by Garth Keays from Golf Shape, a local Saskatchewan developer. Keays is very creative in his design to give golfers a good test of golf which requires accuracy and precision to his tiered greens. The layout features five par threes, six par fours and one par five hole over 520 yards. The ponds and water basins come into play on eight of the 12 holes. One of those holes provides an aquatic practice facility for the patrons to hit range balls. The aquatic practice facility is a warm up range and tips out at 180 yards max in length. More than 120 trees have been moved and replanted to provide shelter and maturity for the new 12 holes. An additional 40 trees were planted in the fall of 2015. Part of the new Greenbryre experience is the opportunity to call it home. The new layout is surrounded by 143 residential lots, which are one half to three quarter acres in size in what is known as Greenbryre Estates. This exciting venture offers homeowners the occasion to own residential walkout homes with direct access to the golf course and country club. Unique to western Canada, this development is a new concept with amazing rewards. If you are looking for a picturesque setting to hold your special event, gathering or tournament, Greenbryre’s Club 19 offers seating for up to 150 people, bar service, patio availability, a state of the art sound system, and excellent food at affordable prices. The 12 Grill Restaurant and Lounge offers Saskatoon and area residents a premier dining option. Receiving rave reviews, 12 Grill offers succulent entrees, juicy steaks, savoury soups and wines to pair. The outdoor deck overlooks the first tee, putting green and the finishing hole #6 on the
south course. Happy hour runs from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm, sit-in only, at the main clubhouse. Drop by for a quick lunch, or spend the evening enjoying the new, lighter menu and great cocktails. Reserve your table by email at events@greenbryre.com or contact 12 Grill directly at 306-373-7600, Ext 3. To make your special evening more enjoyable, take advantage of our limousine service and create an evening to remember! A reservation 48 hours in advance is required. For information about Greenbryre Golf and Country Club or tournament bookings email: events@greenbryre.com. For information on the purchasing of residential lots, contact Troy Slater at 306-374-4774. 79
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Tee off in style at Kachur’s Golf Club Summer and golf go hand in hand and if you are in the Prince Albert area you will find a gem of a course at Kachur’s Golf Club. This 6,000 yard layout just a couple of minutes west of Prince Albert on Highway 3 appeals to all skill levels at a par 70 for men and a 71 for the ladies with an island green, challenging water hazards, plenty of trees, beautiful rolling fairways and meticulously kept greens. Owner Pat Kachur says the putting is second to none. “We’re pretty well known for our greens. [They] are among the best in Saskatchewan.” Practice up that perfect putt with Kachur’s separate putting green, pro shop and driving net. Watered nightly with a fully automated irrigation system, Kachur’s Golf Club must be experienced firsthand. This mature course is laid out on three levels, leading your play along the Shell River through the flat area around the clubhouse and then up into the pine trees. Your comfort is their business with a fully stocked refreshment cart, a food and beverage stop after the 12th hole or relaxing in the clubhouse after your game. Kachur’s licensed lounge and restaurant have a full menu that guests will thoroughly enjoy and they also offer excellent meal choices to help you host your next successful golf tournament. Their beautiful pavilion can accommodate up to 250 guests and is the ideal location for your special event. Kachur’s is known for hosting beautiful weddings of any size and, for those wanting a reception and dinner to follow, the heated indoor Pavilion can comfortably accommodate up to 150 guests with a head table. For added simplicity and convenience, you can now schedule your tee time online and with their easy to use, comprehensive website you can view everything from course details to tournament listings, catered meal prices and weekly specials. Be sure to take a look at the many different packages offered at Kachur’s Golf Club, book early and save! With very competitive rates for all ages, you can golf through the entire summer at Kachur’s enjoying their many amenities, excellent staff and breathtaking sites without breaking your budget. You get a high quality game without the high price tag. The course also offers deals with both weekday and weekend bulk passes and different membership incentives. Bob Hope once said “If you watch a game, it’s fun. If you play it, it’s recreation. If you work at it, it’s golf.” At Kachur’s Golf Club it’s all three of those. Work hard and play hard, Kachur’s has you covered. Find all the details at www.kachursgolf.ca or call 306-763-3465.
Kachur’s Golf Club 5 miles west of Prince Albert on Hwy. 3 nestled in the pines, next to Shell River • 18 hole course • Full restaurant • Licenced lounge, deck and pavilion • Pro shop Tournament bookings and BBQs for all sizes
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Life is good...when you’re golfing at Valleyview Delisle Golf Club
Regarded as one of the best nine-hole golf courses in central Saskatchewan, Valleyview Delisle Golf Club is situated in a picturesque valley in the northwest corner of the town of Delisle. Built in 2001, Valleyview Delisle Golf Club is a short 20-minute drive southwest of Saskatoon on Highway 7 and offers golfers a choice of three yardages on every hole. From the blues, the total length of the nine-hole loop is 3,201 yards; whites are 2,988 yards; and from the reds the course plays 2,810 yards. The grass greens are quick and contoured with deceptive breaks and the fairways are wide enough to pose a challenge to all levels of golfers. The rough, however, is thick and can be punishing if you stray too far off the fairways. Valleyview is member rated by Golf Saskatchewan and is a fully licensed facility that offers a pro shop for supplies such as balls, gloves and tees as well as snack foods and cold beverages for those warm prairie days on the course as well as powercart rentals. The club welcomes players to drop-in or become a regular in one of their weekly leagues for Men’s, Sr. Men’s, and Sr. Women’s. Check our website www.delislegolf.com for times and more information. There are also club and corporate tournaments held throughout the year at the course.
COURSE YARDAGES
Blue: 3,201 (9) 6,402 (18) White: 2,988 (9) 5,976 (18) Red: 2,810 (9) 5,620 (18)
Nine-hole green fees range from $15 for seniors $25 for adults (powercart not included) while the 18-hole rates are $22 for seniors and $35 for adults. Junior rates are $10 for 9-holes and $15 for 18 while Jr. Juniors can play 9 or 18 holes for only $5. Valleyview offers a “can’t miss” green fee special all day Monday and Friday (including public holidays) where adults play for $15 (9 holes) or $20 (18 holes) and seniors are $10 (9 holes) and $15 (18 holes). Anyone over the age of 80 gets to play for half price on all days except the Monday and Friday green fee special days. While walk-ups are more than welcomed, Valleyview Delisle Golf Club recommends tee-times be made by calling the club at (306) 493-3288. For more information on the club and all its amenities, see them online at www.delislegolf.com or find them on Facebook by searching Valleyview Delisle.
‘Life is good . . . . . . when you’re golfing at
• Member-rated by Golf Saskatchewan. Back tee boxes have a yardage of 3,205, Par 35 • Hole 8 provides a picturesque view down to the course’s reservoir and westward to the adjacent creek. • For rates, specials, events, etc. please visit our website at www.delislegolf.com.
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The Legends Golf Club Saskatchewan’s premier golf destination The Legends Golf Club continues to be one of the premier golf destinations in the province. The 18-hole championship course has amenities golfers of all skill levels could possibly want, including a full practice facility that features an expansive driving range, practice bunker, and chipping and putting greens. There are five sets of tees on each hole that provide a challenge to all skill levels while the course itself provides plenty of options with a perfect blend of fescue, sand and water in addition to the large, undulating greens. A fully-stocked pro-shop offers all the top names in golf equipment, shoes and apparel, including Taylor Made, Under Armour, Adidas, Callaway and more. Forgot your clubs? Not a problem! The Legends Golf Club has full sets to rent, too! And you’ll never get lost on the course or pick the wrong club as each power cart is equipped with a GPS that provides target distances for each shot. “We are extremely excited to see the 2018 golf season arrive,” explained Legends General Manager and Head Professional Davidson Matyczuk. “This is one of the best golf courses in Saskatchewan and we continue to strive to make each guest’s experience a memorable one. With each 82
hole having its own unique layout, golfers have also come to expect the Legends to be in great condition which includes some of the best greens in the province.” Analyzing the challenge of each hole is the norm for even the seasoned golfer, and Matyczuk says everyone has a favourite at the Legends. “There is a lot of discussion as to which hole is the talking point of the Legends, but many people go with the 18th. There are so many different ways to play that hole and it’s the epitome of risk reward. Water all the way down the left, fescue to the right leading to a well-bunkered green makes this hole a great challenge. You’ve got to be a big hitter – not to mention a brave one – to go for this one in two all while factoring in the various pin placements on this narrow but deep green. When you add some wind...there are days were making par here is a great score.” Summer means tournaments and events and the Legends have multiple annual events that keep the course – and its outstanding licensed restaurant, Prairie Links – buzzing with excitement. Continued on next page
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Prairie Links provides an incredible, scenic view for golfers to relax with some great food and a cold pint after their round and has also become a popular family dining destination. The response has been tremendous and Matyczuk adds that the Prairie Links team continues to improve and grow with the trends of the ever-changing food and beverage industry. A local favourite for food and golf, visitors will also appreciate the “at home” feel of the Legends. “Our employees take pride in welcoming visitors and also recognizing repeat customers, no matter where they’re from,” Matyczuk explains. “The Legends Golf Club also provides a very affordable outing and we are only a 15-minute drive from Saskatoon on a major, twinned highway.”
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Martins Lake Regional Park A great place to relax
The best memories of summertime always seem to include time at the lake with family and friends. This year why not check out Martins Lake Regional Park? A pristine resort community nestled in the wooded areas only 24 kilometres northwest of Blaine Lake along Highway 12. Visitors are welcome to enjoy the many services offered by the park from the golf course and campsites to the playgrounds and large sandy beach area. Their secured campground provides 78 seasonal, 60 electrical and eight non-electrical sites, each complete with a picnic table, pole barbecue and garbage can. Their showers and modern washroom facilities make your camping experience more comfortable and if needed, you can even purchase firewood from the front gate. Experience roasting wieners and marshmallows or enjoying the warmth of the glowing campfire in the evening with friends or family. Martins Lake provides recreational activities such as boating, fishing, water skiing and swimming. The swimming area itself is a paradise for family times with its shallow, sandy bottom, clear water, and two well maintained swimming docks. The expanded beach area gives
you ample room to spread out your beach chairs or towels, put your toes in the sand, and soak up the sun rays and warmth. For your children’s delight there are swimming lessons available, as well as a centrally located playground complete with swings, climbing apparatus, slides and plenty of sand. Bring your own picnic lunch to enjoy, or stop at the conveniently located new beach concession to pick up your favourite ice cream treat or snack for you and your family. Just a short walk down the trail leads you to the clubhouse where you can enjoy take out or a sit down meal either indoors or on their beautiful wrap around deck. The picturesque nine hole, sand green golf course is challenging and highly utilized by local residents, campers, tourists and avid golfers. There is a spectacular view from the meticulously maintained fairway. Carts and clubs are always available for rent. Come out with your family on July 1 to enjoy Continued on next page
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Canada Day activities which include birthday cake, balloons and flags for the kids. End the evening in style by enjoying the beauty of fireworks over the lake! Martins Lake Regional Park is operational from the May long weekend to the September Labour Day long weekend and welcomes visitors to relax in nature while still enjoying all the modern conveniences. Check them out on Facebook where you can watch for upcoming events. Why not take time for you and your family to enjoy a
day, a weekend or a week or two at Martins Lake Regional Park this summer? After all - you’re worth it!
Only 24 km NW of Blaine Lake, you can relax on the beach, go wake boarding or enjoy an exciting game of golf on our beautiful course, great for all skill-levels. There are electric & non-electrical campsites, so stay and join in the fun that only a Regional Park can offer!
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Moon Lake Golf & Country Club Classic golf the way it is meant to be played A traditional Scottish design and breathtaking scenery makes the Moon Lake Golf and Country Club a must-see this summer. One of the finest golf courses in western Canada, Moon Lake features 27 holes in a traditional links design. With three different 18 hole combinations, including large greens, heavily mounded fairways, long native grass roughs and water hazards, Moon Lake will challenge all aspects of your game. Two finishing holes – the Highlands #9 and Heather #9 – are side-by-side signature holes at Moon Lake and both require a shot across water. The Moon Lake Golf and Country Club is a fun course for golfers of any skill level. Players can customize their experience with four sets of tees, allowing individuals to choose the level of difficulty on three different combinations of 18 holes. This course also has the highest slope rating in the province. Located just a few minutes southwest of Saskatoon along Valley Road, Moon Lake features a well-stocked pro shop featuring all the big brands in golf, such as TaylorMade, adidas, Callaway, Puma, Ogio, Titleist and Sun Dog. A licensed snack counter inside the pro shop features fresh-baked goods, sandwiches, wraps, subs, hot dogs and smokies and provides
convenience out on the links. Golfers can warm-up at the club’s range and practice green prior to heading out. For those who maybe left their clubs at home on this trip, Moon Lake conveniently offers premium Taylor Made rentals. Moon Lake also offers delicious meals at The Station, and features both a licensed indoor lounge and outdoor patio. Many people don’t realize that you don’t have to be a golfer to enjoy the restaurant and patio facilities at Moon Lake. That’s why people say Moon Lake has been Valley Road’s best kept secret for years! For special occasions, Moon Lake offers banquet rooms from 100 to 250 people. Ask them about corporate membership rates, golfing clinics and lesson packages. The Moon Lake Golf and Country Club is open from 5:00 am to dusk on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, and from 6:00 am to dusk Mondays through Thursdays. Book your round online at www.moonlakegolf.com or by calling 306-382-5500. Follow Moon Lake Golf and Country Club on Facebook and Twitter to stay up to date on upcoming events and deals at the pro shop. 87
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Waldheim Valley Regional Park
A hidden gem in the Saskatchewan Valley Golfers began smacking little white balls around John Boese’s pasture just outside Waldheim almost a hundred years ago. It was grand fun back in the 1920s, even if the cows did occasionally wander across the fairway. Valley Regional Park in Waldheim has come a long way since then. In fact, the last three years have seen the park undergo a massive facelift. It was always a nice little jewel on the prairie, but now it’s polished to a brilliant shine. The centrepiece of the park is the PineRidge Golf Course, a 2,897-yard grass green facility featuring picturesque grounds with stands of mature trees, meandering watercourses, wooden bridges and well-maintained fairGolfers of all skill levels will enjoy playing the ways and greens. Golf cart rentchallenging Pineridge Golf Course in Waldheim als are available. For many years, this was one of the top sand-green courses in the province. But the golf club board made the wise choice a few years ago to invest in the future by upgrading to grass greens, and it’s really paid off. A lot more golfers from across the province and beyond have discovered the relaxed, informal atmosphere of PineRidge • 9-hole Grass Greens Golf Course. The club regularly hosts tournaments and its Golf Course membership base continues to grow. • 13 site Campground The fully-licensed Game On Grill, with its full menu, is a great spot to relax with friends after a round of golf. • Softball Diamonds The golf course upgrades have been matched by other • Swimming Hole investments in the park grounds, which now include a 13• Restaurant site, full-service, pet-friendly campground with individual Located 40 minutes north of Saskatoon campfire pits, RV dump-site, showers, washrooms, family-oriented crystal-clear swimming hole with sand beach For Tee Times & area, picnic area, and two ball diamonds. If you feel like Campground Reservations casting a line, the pond is stocked with trout. (306) 945-2255 Best of all, the rates for golf, camping and dining are very www.waldheimvrp.ca reasonable.
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Wakaw Lake Regional Park
A fun, relaxing getaway awaits Wakaw Lake Regional Park is one of the busiest regional parks in Saskatchewan. It is no wonder as it is located within a one hour drive of one third of the population of the province. It is a destination location for those wanting a quick getaway or a long-term stay. From the beautiful scenic nine hole, challenging golf course with its 3,300 square foot clubhouse, featuring an 85 seat licensed restaurant and pro shop, to the sandy beach area of Wakaw Lake, this regional park is a must stay and play location. The park is located approximately 15 kilometres northeast of the Town of Wakaw (population of 1,000) and is accessed from Highway 2. Wakaw Lake is a 14 mile narrow lake, which boasts good fishing for perch, walleye and northern pike, along with good boating, permitted launching and public docks. There are over 300 camping sites in the park. The park has mini-golf, paddle boat rental and canoe rental. A recreation program is available, as well as rental of a gazebo for private functions. Catered golf tournaments are welcome. A small concession is located at the beach, which complements the clubhouse restaurant, store and pro shop at the golf course. Surrounding attractions include the Geneva Mission, the Anna Turnbull Memorial Hospital and Wakaw Heritage Museum, which is the home of the John Diefenbaker (Canada’s 13th prime minister) Law Office, where he practiced between 1919 and 1925. Also nearby is the Batoche National Historic Site, which centres around the Riel Rebellion of 1885. Whether you are a seasoned camper, avid golfer, fisherman or boater, Wakaw Lake Regional Park is a must visit.
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