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Make it a Destination
The new Kinsmen Spray Park and the museum & travel centre are only two of the many attractions & amenities in Edson. The 24 diamond ball park, indoor swimming pool, two full size arenas, 18-hole golf course, skateboard park, tennis courts and kilometres of beautiful hiking trails keep residents and visitors active.
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Where in Alberta? 2 Discover Edson 3 Our History 4 Galloway Station Museum & Travel Centre 5 Local Attractions 7 Eddie’s Big Run 8 Golfing in the Area 8 Rotary Sundays in the Park 9 On behalf of the Town of Edson I would like to Edson & Area Events 10 welcome you to our vibrant community. I hope you have a chance to experience some of Sidewalk Jamboree 12 the fantastic cultural and recreational opportunities Moving to the Area? 13 we have to offer, and take advantage of our The Arts in Edson 14 great local shopping. If you’re a fan of history, don’t miss the chance The Red Brick to visit our Galloway Station Museum and Travel Arts Centre & Museum 15 Centre located in the beautiful Centennial Park in the center of town. It’s the perfect place to learn more Kin Slo-Pitch 17 about the area’s history and to find more information about Local Dining 18 everything this region has to offer. Kinsmen Spray Park 20 For the outdoor enthusiast there is an abundance of activities including; skiing, snowmobiling, hockey, golf, Map of Edson 22 hiking and of course Slo-pitch. Our Town trail system is Accommodations 24 something we’re also very proud of! If you enjoy music, you might want to take in the Places to Shop 26 Rotary Sundays in the Park performances. On select Rodeos 28 Sundays throughout the summer there will be local musicians, family games, and great food served up at Community Spaces 29 Centennial Park for our summer concert series. Willmore Park 31 Edson is also a great place to do business. The Area Camping 32 Town is proud to work with our local Chamber of Commerce and other local business groups to Map of Yellowhead County 34 ensure that our business community is provided Message from the Yellowhead with the best environment in order to promote growth and success. County Mayor 35 So whether you’re looking to relocate to our Unique Sights 36 community, set up a new business, or just visit, Edson ATVing 37 Edson is a place you can do it all! Mayor Greg Pasychny Area Fishing 38 The 2013 Edson and Area Visitor Guide is a publication of the Parks 40 Edson & District Historical Society who holds sole copyright. No part of this publication may be produced without the Fun in the Sun 42 permission of the publishers. For additional copies of this guide, please contact the Scan here to visit Industry 43 Galloway Station Museum & Travel Centre at 780-723-5696. our website! Cover photograph by Giles Merriott. Winter Wonderland 44 2013 Edson & Area Visitor Guide The next 44 pages will tell you almost everything you need to know about Edson and Yellowhead County, but you won’t really know this area until you experience it firsthand. You’ll see photos of the awe-inspiring Yellowhead County landscapes, read about Canada’s largest Slo-Pitch Tournament, learn about a past full of pioneers and explorers, and be inspired to hike, bike, ski and play in Edson’s backyard. History buffs will delight in the museums and attractions dedicated to the Edson area and its more than 100 year old western legacy. Families can take advantage of the Kinsmen Spray Park, our public swimming pool, well-stocked public library and more!
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Where in Alberta?
The Town of Edson lies in the McLeod River Valley, immediately east of the Canadian Rockies foothills and near the center of Yellowhead County. The surrounding landscape consists of primarily taiga forest with sand hills and muskeg (low-lying bog).
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Discover Edson
Edson is a thriving community in the heart of Yellowhead County that has much to offer residents and visitors alike. Located almost exactly between the world-class destinations of Jasper National Park and the City of Edmonton, Edson is a natural, and welcome, stopping point for travellers and a retail destination for many surrounding communities. Visitors and residents alike can enjoy Galloway Station Museum & Travel Centre in Centennial Park seven days a week in the summer months. The Galloway located between the twinned Highway 16, provides free wifi, an information kiosk and a chance to experience the rich western railroad history of Edson. (Page 7) Edson is home to the Kinsmen Spray Park, a whimsical, watery adventure for the whole family open from the May long weekend until early September. (Page 20) Edson offers beautiful gravel and paved walking trails, acres of park land, soccer fields and basketball courts. The new Off Leash Dog Park is located south of the railway tracks on the west side of 54th street and is fenced on three sides with a pond on the other side. (Page 22) The Edson & District Recreation Complex boasts an eight sheet curling rink and a very active curling club in the winter months and a beautiful 18 hole golf course in the summer. (Page 9) Edson is a hockey town and both minor hockey and the adult leagues host many tournaments at the Edson and District Leisure Centre. The Leisure Centre is also home to a walk in, salt-chlorinated swimming pool, with a water slide, diving boards, sauna and hot tub. (Page 19) For more outdoor fun visit the famous Vision Park, which is home to the largest Slo-Pitch Tournament in Canada. Over the August long weekend, the tournament host 272 teams to compete for cash prizes and bragging rights. (Page 19) Head in any direction from Edson and you will find an amazingly rich outdoor wonderland. You can travel to the unique outback of the foothills of the Rockies, the mighty McLeod River, many lakes and smaller fishing rivers and campgrounds. (Page 34) The Edson ATV Club has maintained and improved area trails and promotes safe, responsible ATVing. (Page 37) The Coal Branch and Robb area are great areas to sled, quad or hike, and are only 45 minutes away. (Page 40) 2013
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The Early Years
Edson was born of the railway, during the height of transcontinental rail construction pushing for the Yellowhead Pass heading toward British Columbia. Grand Trunk Pacific Railway (GTP) was ferrying hundreds of workers west and initially, it looked as if Wolf Creek would be the established divisional point. However, Wolf Creek soon became victim to real estate speculators and the GTP refused to pay the overinflated prices so they moved the divisional point eight miles west, to the home of modern day Edson. Edson received its first passenger train on August 10,1910 and by 1911, the people of Edson placed a request to the Post Master General to have the post office renamed from Heatherwood; a name it had carried for about a year, to Edson in honour of Edson J. Chamberlain, the then general manager of the Grand Trunk Pacific Rail. On September 21, 1911, Edson was officially incorporated as a town and by 1912, the population had nearly tripled to a staggering 1,233 people and 32 local businesses. It was this population and business increase that inspired the town to create the Board of Trade. Edson was quickly promoted in every way possible including brochures that read ‘Boosting Edson is like making love to a widow, it can’t be overdone.’ Main Street was directly opposite the railway station on a clean level cut that had been made through the mud and water. Committees began to form and Edson continued to maintain a steady growth right up until the First World War. For all its prosperity, however, Edson also became a hotbed for unlawful activities that followed many frontier towns. In the spring of 1913, a fire claimed the wholesale liquor store building and another fire consumed the Old Edson Hall. It was a night of destruction that would prompt the hiring of the Royal North West Mounted Police to patrol the streets and bring order back to the community. With law and order in place, families came to settle the area, encouraged that they would be safe and protected from the lawless acts following the rail construction. Now the town focused on building solid roads to create greater access to their community. Edson had been established in the heart of muskeg and country pillars of wooden kegs filled with stones were used to create a solid foundation for walkways. By 1920, the town had power, water, sewer systems and a telephone switch board in place. Soon, there was a dentist, long distance service and improvements made to the postal service, along with better roadways in and out of Edson. Born out of the railroad industry, these economic foundations stayed strong throughout Edson’s history and were augmented by the forestry industry, trap lines, and the small businesses that continued to flourish in Edson.
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It was an exciting time in Edson’s history and created the foundation for the vibrant community that exists today.
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Galloway Station Museum & Travel Centre
The perfect halfway stop between Edmonton and Jasper
Our Travel Centre provides plenty of information for the curious traveller, has knowledgeable staff, an Internet Kiosk, free Wi-Fi, a coffee bar and a gift shop featuring unique local art.
The Galloway Station Museum
More than 100 years ago idealistic pioneers of all descriptions — from bootleggers, trappers, miners & tie hackers, to railroaders and businessmen carved a home in Edson out of what was little more than a firm place in the muskeg. The Galloway offers a tantalizing glimpse into our region’s natural world and the pioneer life.
Open 7 days a week from 9 am to 7 pm (May long weekend to September long weekend)
Open year round! Fall/Winter Hours: 10 am to 5 pm Monday - Saturday
Galloway Station Museum & Travel Centre 223 - 55th Street Edson www.gallowaystationmuseum.com
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An ideal place to take a break, stretch your legs & relax for a few moments ... or a few hours.
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Edson Attractions
Centennial Park Home of a T33 jet, water fountain, CN Caboose, Eddie the Squirrel & the Galloway Station Museum & Travel Centre, the Edson & District Chamber of Commerce and the new pavilion.
Edson Golf Club Located at the Edson & District Recreation Complex. Semi-private 18-hole course is on the east edge of Edson. 3905B Golf Course Road Edson 780-723-3311 Edson Kin Spray Park Open late May to early September. Fun for the whole family! 10 am to 8 pm — 7 days a week! Kinsmen Park, south of the Public Library. Edson Leisure Centre Twin arenas, indoor swimming pool with hot tub, waterslide and hospitality room. 1021-49 St., Edson 780.723.7665 Edson Public Library and Archives Large archival collection, e.books & audiobooks, free WIFI, DVDs, CDs & books on CD and millions of books! 4726-8 Ave., Edson 780.723.6691 www.edsonlibrary.ca Edson Rotary Skate Park Park offers both advanced and beginner courses. Skaters and riders can use the park until 11pm, with lighted tracks. Across from Centennial Park on 54 St. Galloway Station Museum and Travel Centre New visitor centre and expanded museum. 223-55th St., Edson 780.723.5696 www.gallowaystationmuseum.com Glenwood Park The park includes a children’s playground, outdoor hockey arena, fenced ball diamond and bathrooms/ change rooms. Park Glen Ave. and 72 St. Kinsmen Park Picnic areas, picnic tables and fire pits, a large children’s playground & waterpark. 7 Ave. and 48 St. Red Brick Art Centre and Museum A refurbished 1913 school, holds the Hatlen theatre, a school room museum and a rotating art gallery. 4818 - 7th Ave. 780-723-3582 Walking Trails The Town of Edson has an extensive series of walking trails, both paved and unpaved, that wind through the community. Page 22. Willmore Park (6 km southwest of Edson) Walking and biking trails, day use, group use, overnight and backcountry camping facilities, tobogganing hill and boat launch.
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Eddie’s Big Run
Come out and enjoy the Edson trail system on Saturday, June 15th during one of Edson’s BIGGEST community events of the year! The fourth annual Eddie’s Big Run takes place at the Edson and District Leisure Centre (1021 - 49th Street, Edson, Alberta).
It’s an event for the entire family, and a way to be active and to explore Edson’s great trail system at the same time. More than 500 people took part in the 2012 run and there are sure to be close to that number again this year. You can choose to walk or run the 5 km, 10 km or 21 km half marathon. There is also the 1 km Kids Fun Run.
21 km Half Marathon start time - 8:30 am 10 km Walk/Run start time - 8:45 am 5 km Walk/Run start time - 9 am Kids Fun Run start time - 11:15 am Awards start time - 11 am A pancake breakfast will be included for all participants. Eddie’s Big Run is a registered with the Running Room with results posted on their website www.runningroom.com For more information call Community Services at 780.723.4403 or visit www.edson.ca. Find us on Facebook!
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The Edson Golf Club is a semi private facility located on the outskirts of Edson, Alberta, only two hours west of the city of Edmonton. This is a great course to check out while travelling in West Central Alberta. The par 72 championship course boasts mature trees, with 18 holes nestled in between natural forests. Open from early May to mid October (weather permitting), the rolling hills, creeks combined with great scenery make it a pleasure to golf at any ability level.
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Housed within the Edson Recreation Complex, the Edson Golf Club also has a Pro Shop, cart rentals and access to Hackers Lounge. For more information visit www.edsongolfclub.com.
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Edson and area residents and visitors alike can look forward to a lot of FREE family fun in Centennial Park again this summer. Rotary Sundays in the Park will bring acts from all along the Yellowhead corridor to perform for audiences free of charge throughout June, July, August and September. The project is a combined effort between the Town of Edson, Edson Rotary Club, Edson’s arts community, local service groups and local businesses. Sunday, June 23, 2013 Rockin’ in the Park Sunday July 7, 2013 Live Entertainment - to be announced Sunday July 14, 2013 Live Entertainment - to be announced Sunday August 11, 2013 Homegrown Folk & Bluegrass Special Event Thursday August 28, 2013 FREE outdoor movie in Centennial Park on a giant inflatable screen. ‘Indiana Jones Raiders of the Lost Ark’ starts at dusk. Concession by Youth Interagency. Sunday September 8, 2013 Country Harvest Jam Sunday September 29, 2013 Culture Days All events will be held at the new Pavilion in Centennial Park and/or the Galloway Station Museum & Travel Centre and will feature music festivals, theatre and more! Free popcorn and juice will be available. Donations will be accepted for the Edson Food Bank at each performance. 2013
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Edson & Area Events May 10 -12 – Medicine Lodge Rodeo Halfway between Edson and Hinton on Hwy. 16. www.medicinelodgerodeo.com
June 21st – Aboriginal Day Free event at the Centennial Park and the Galloway Station Museum & Travel Centre.
May 25th – International Museum’s Day Free admission to the Galloway Station Museum
June 23rd – Rotary Sundays in the Park Rockin’ the Park Free event at Centennial Park www.edson.ca
May 23rd to 25th – Edson Oilmen’s Golf 50th Anniversary Edson Golf Club May 26th – Edson Oil Ladies Golf Edson Golf Club
July 1st – Edson’s Canada Day Free celebration at Centennial Park. Call 780.723.4403 or visit www.edson.ca
May 26th – Yoho Museum Annual Day Call 780-693-2193 for more information.
July 6th – Tim Horton’s Ladies Open Golf Edson Golf Club
June 1st – Strawberry Tea Red Brick Arts Centre & Museum
July 7th – Rotary Sundays in the Park Free event at Centennial Park www.edson.ca
June 9th – Junior’s Open Golf Edson Golf Club
July 12 & 13th – Community Garage Sale at the Edson & District Recreation Complex
June 15th – Eddie’s Big Run www.edson.ca June 15th – Viva Las Fieldhouse at the Edson & District Recreation Complex June 16th – Kinsmen Soapbox Derby www.edsonkinsmen.ca
July 14th – Rotary Sundays in the Park Free event at Centennial Park www.edson.ca July 26 to 28 – Niton Junction Jamboree For more information call Trudy at 780-795-3782 or Lorna at 780-795-3967
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Edson & Area Events August 2nd to 5th – Edson Kin Slo-Pitch Tournament www.edsonkinsmen.ca
October 6th – Edson Run of Hope www.runofhope.ca October 19th – Active for Life Women’s Conference www.edson.ca
August 2nd to 5th – Peers Gold Dust Daze August 10 & 11th – Club Champions Golf Edson Golf Club
October 23rd – Edson Chamber Job Fair Call the Chamber at 780.723.4918 for more info. www.edsonchamber.com
August 11th – Rotary Sundays in the Park Homegrown Folk & Bluegrass Free event at Centennial Park www.edson.ca August 15th to 17th – Edson Summer Festival Sidewalk Jamboree Call the Chamber at 780.723.4918 for more info. www.edsonchamber.com August 24th – Sundance Scramble Endurance Ride Call 780.725.2663 or 780.723.3974 or visit website for details. www.enduranceridersofalberta.com August 24th & 25th – Gelmici’s Men’s Open Golf Edson Golf Club August 28th – FREE Outdoor Movie Indiana Jones Raiders of the Lost Ark Centennial Park - Movie starts at dusk www.edson.ca
October 24th – Edson Chamber Aboriginal Youth Career Day Call the Chamber at 780.723.4918 for more info. www.edsonchamber.com October 25th – Edson Chamber Business Awards Gala Call the Chamber at 780.723.4918 for more info. www.edsonchamber.com October – Pumpkin Carving www.edson.ca November 11th – Remembrance Day November 15th – Oilmens Curling Bonspiel www.edsonkinsmen.ca
August 31st & September 1st – Edson Hillbilly Demolition Derby and Mud Bog Call 780.723.5104 for information September 8th – Rotary Sundays in the Park Country Harvest Jam Free event at Centennial Park www.edson.ca
November 25 – Christmas Farmer’s Market 10 am - 3 pm Edson Friendship Centre December 5th – Santa Parade Edson December 6th – Free Kids Movie Edson December 15th – Christmas Farmer’s Market 10 am - 3 pm Edson Friendship Centre
September 9th – Sobey’s Couples Golf Edson Golf Club
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September 14th & 15th – Ryder Cub Golf Edson Golf Club
March – Wild Sheep Foundation Fundraisier
September 15th – Terry Fox Run
March – Mooseheart Loppet Cross country ski event
September 21st – Go Bro! One Day GET ACTIVE Conference Boys aged 11-15 www.edson.ca September 27th – Arts on Fire Galloway Station Museum & Travel Centre September 27th & 28th – Early Bird Craft Show the Edson & District Recreation Complex September 29th – Rotary Sundays in the Park Culture Days Free event at Centennial Park www.edson.ca 2013
March – Trivia Night Edson Seniors Transportation Society March – International Women’s Day April – Edson Farmers’ Market Fridays 10:30 - 2 pm -Edson Friendship Centre April –Yellowhead Rotary Arts Festival May – Medicine Lodge Rodeo
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Sidewalk Jamboree Summer Festival
The Edson and District Chamber of Commerce hosts the Sidewalk Jamboree beginning Thursday, August 16th, and lasting all day on Friday, the 17th and Saturday the 18th until 5 pm. Edson’s Main Street transforms into a fair which spans five town blocks and includes carnival games and rides, the always popular mini donuts, cotton candy and more. Local businesses and volunteer organizations also set up food booths which feature elephant ears, burgers, and a host of other tasty treats. With Edson’s Main St. closed to traffic, many local businesses set up outdoor booths that offer fabulous deals just before the start of the school year. Face painting, a new Soap Box Derby event and mini draw are more highlights of this year’s Jamboree, as well as a sound stage featuring local musical talent. New events are added yearly to the Jamboree and in the past events like pie eating, watermelon eating and fear factor challenge were popular with the crowds. Photograph by Madison Sharman
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Moving to the area?
Relocating can be challenging so in an effort to make your transition to the area as painless as possible, the Business Support Network has put together some frequently used numbers families moving to the Edson area might need. We hope you will find this information useful in guiding you through the transition into our community.
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Natural Gas: 1-866-420-3174 Electricity: 1-888-420-3181 Home Phone: 780-310-2255 Water/Sewer: 780-723-4401 Garbage Collection: 780-723-6476 Recycle Depot: 780-723-4002
tranSportation Air Service: 780-723-4010 Charter services only Rail Service: Via Rail 1-888-842-7245 Highways: Highway 16 runs through the Town of Edson. The one way running westbound is Second Ave. in town limits and the one way running westbound is Fourth Ave. in town limits. Highway 748 or Bear Lake Road connects to Highway 32 to Whitecourt. Bus Services: Alexdawn: 780-723-1815 Beaupre Bus Service: 780-723-6285 Greyhound: 780-723-3750 Sundog Tours: 780-852-4056 Jasper Taxis: Edson Taxi: 780-723-6633 Five Star: 780-723-3008 On Time Taxi Ltd: 780-723-3389
R.C.M.P Administration: 780-723-8800 Edson Fire Department office: 780-723-7848 Hospital: 780-723-3331 Medical Clinic Appointments Only: 780-723-5531 Town of Edson After Hours Emergencies: 780-723-6300
Finance/inSurance ATB Financial: 780-723-5571 Edson Savings & Credit Union: 780-723-4468 Investia Financial Services: 780-723-3310 Royal Bank of Canada: 780-723-6683 Scotia Bank: 780-723-6001 Sun Life Financial: 780-725-4460 Insurance Berglund & Dubray Insurance: 780-723-3526 Insco Insurance Services: 780-723-4444 Soltys Insurance Services: 780-723-6000 The Co-operators: 780-723-5128 Western Financial Group: 780-723-6045
educational ServiceS early cHildcare Grande Yellowhead Public School Division N0. 77: 780-723-4471 www.gypsd.ca Living Waters Catholic Regional Division No. 42: 780-778-5666 (District Office) www.livingwaters.ab.ca Yellowhead Koinonia Christian School: 780-723-3850 Edson & District Community Learning Society: 780-723-6247 Edson Family Literacy Program: 780-723-6247 Grande Prairie Regional College: 780-723-5206 Day Care Society of Edson: 780-723-6444 FCSS Family/Parent Link Centre: 780-723-4338 Edson Playschool Association: 780-723-5766
HouSing & rentalS Alpha Company Inc: 780-723-6951 Boxshaw Four Realty: 780-723-7818 Century 21 Twin Realty: 780-723-3100 Exit Realty Elite: 780-723-5550 Habitat for Humanity: 780-723-5675 Poor Boy Properties: 780-712-2549 Royal Lepage: 780-723-3186 The Edson Leader: 780-723-3301 The Weekly Anchor: 780-723-5785
For more information visit www.edson.ca and www.yellowheadcounty.ab.ca
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The Arts in Edson
If you enjoy the theater, keep your eyes open for upcoming plays from Edson and area’s drama clubs. If you like to be in the spotlight, join them center stage! Housed in the library building is the Edson Craft Centre for Pottery and the Creative Arts Society for artwork. Workshops run year round for those who like to get creative on a canvas or on a wheel. Photographers can find inspiration and camaraderie at the Edson Photography Club. If you’re interested in live shows, you will want to know about any events held by Chautauqua. The nonprofit organization works to bring various forms of entertainment to Edson and also opens each of their shows with amazing local talent. From drama to music, there is something for everyone. ACES, the Arts Centre for Edson Society is a group dedicated to advocating for the arts and cultural community of Edson and area and for the future development of a new cultural multi-use facility. Love to sing or love to listen? The Edson area is full of talented musicians and singers - and local community choir Vocal Variations is always looking for new members! CANOE, Community Arts Network of Edson is an informal network comprised of local arts and culture groups and individual enthusiasts created to encourage sharing and collaboration.
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• Free WIFI & help with computers • DVDs, CDs & books on CD • Programs for all ages and millions of books!
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Red Brick Arts Centre & Museum Home of The Sports Wall of Honour Schoolroom Museum and Principalʼs office 141 Seat Theatre Art Gallery
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The Red Brick School
Serving Edson and area since 1913
2013 is the Red Brick Arts Centre and Museum’s centennial year! Join the festivities on August 30th, 31st and September 1st as the Edson Cultural Heritage Organization throws a birthday celebration like you’ve never seen! Hundreds of past students and teachers of the ‘sturdy’ Red Brick will be invited back to reminisce about days gone by and reunite with old friends. Up until 1913, the five cottage schools that were located throughout Edson were the only classroom settings in which to learn. It was time to develop a new school that would house all the children under one roof. The town of Edson took out a $60,000 loan from the Bank of Chicago to pay for Alberta’s most modern school — The Red Brick. The Red Brick continued to be a school until 1967, when it closed down to become a maintenance shed and bus barn for the school division. When a new facility was opened in the ‘80’s, the future of the Red Brick was uncertain.
Red Brick 100th Birthday Celebration August 30th, to September 1st.
A campaign to save the building started in 1985 and succeeded when the building was designated a municipal historical resource in 1987. On Saturday, August 31st, the public is invited to be a part of history as the time capsule placed within the bricks of the building will be removed. Placed in the cornerstone of the Red Brick in 1913, the time capsule was to represent the hope is Edson’s future. 100 years later, the Red Brick has become the town’s cultural cornerstone, complete with an art gallery, 141 seat theatre, dance studios, permanent art collection and a classroom museum. As one of Edson’s oldest buildings, it’s a definite must see. 2013
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The Slo-Pitch Capital of Canada
The population of Edson swells as ball players from all over North America head for the heart of the Yellowhead. Billed as the world’s greatest slo-pitch tournament, Edson Kin Slo-Pitch is celebrating its 34th year this August long weekend. Vision Park boasts 24 regulation-sized diamonds and hosts 272 mixed open division teams during this one-of-a-kind tournament, with cash and prizes totalling more than $60,000. Entertainment is held each night in the on-site beer gardens known as The Hanger. Performances this year include: Battle of the Bands (Friday), ‘The Hip Show’ Tragically Hip Tribute Band (Saturday) and Finger Eleven (Sunday). Camping is available inside Vision Park at Kin Kampers Village, at the Rotary Campground across the road and there are several campgrounds and hotels/ motels in the area to give you a place to lay your head. Remember, book early as this is a very popular tournament! This great ball weekend includes the always entertaining home run derbies (the ladies competition is held on Saturday and the mens on Sunday), local on-site vendors, bussing to and from Edson and a Masters division for 40+ males and 35+ females with all skill levels represented. Players must be at least 18 years of age to register for the tournament. All proceeds raised through this event are used by the nonprofit organization, Kinsmen Club of Edson, to help support a variety of community programs, events and charities. For more information about the Edson Kin Slo-Pitch Tournament visit www.edsonkinsmen.ca
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Local Dining
Coffee Shops Funky Fork 5202-2nd Ave. 780.723.7797 Tim Horton’s (East End) 4209-3rd Ave. 780.723.7242 Tim Horton’s (West End) 201-54th St. 780.723.7244 Ethnic Food Castle Restaurant (Chinese) 5630-4th Ave. 780.723.5551 Coconut Tree Restaurant (Thai/Chinese) 118-50th St. 780.723.3103 Golden Honey Restaurant (Chinese) 780.723.8888 300-52 St. Fast Food A&W Restaurant 4531-4th Ave. 780.723.4824 Dominos Pizza #104-330-45th St. 780.723.7733 Donair Zone 4902-4th Ave. 780.723.4449 Dairy Queen 5305-2nd Ave. 780.723.2001
A Local Favourite for Over 38 Years! Mountain Pizza & Steakhouse first opened its doors on February 15, 1975. At that time, the restaurant consisted of 60 dining room seats and a take-out counter, running with a staff of only eight people. Doing everything from cleaning, cooking, serving and everything else in between, the Kazoleas family exerted their efforts to create a reputable, well-known and loved eating establishment.
Driving on Yellowhead West, local traffic and tourists know Mountain Pizza & Steakhouse for its unique architectural design. Its peaks and valleys represent the shape of the beautiful mountains in our area.
5102-4th Avenue, Edson, Alberta www.mountainpizza.ca
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In 1989 Emmanuouil Kazoleas expanded the popular restaurant by adding an extra 90 seats and a new kitchen. Around the same time his middle son, James, entered the business and became partners with his dad. Mountain Pizza & Steakhouse to this day continues to be a family run business.
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Mountain Pizza has been in business now for 38 years running with a staff of more than thirty people. Its continued success can be attributed to the high quality and consistency of the food as well as the top notch service standards - trying hard to make all guests feel welcome and appreciated.
We would like to thank Edson & the surrounding area for your loyalty over the years. Without you, we wouldn’t be where we are today!
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Fast Food KFC /Taco Bell 4914-4th Ave. 780.723.3714 McDonald’s Restaurant 4239-4th Ave. 780.712.2355 Subway Sandwiches & Salads 4920-4th Ave. 780.723.2774 Panago 4902-4th Ave. 780.310.0001 Wendy’s Restaurant 780.712.4422 4207-3rd Ave. Family Blue Jay Café 216-50th St. 780.723.3297 Boston Pizza 4523-4th Ave. 780.712.7300 Branch Inn Family Restaurant 4332-4th Ave. 780.712.6116 Branch Inn West Hwy 16 West of Edson 780.723.5363 Ernie O’s Restaurant & Pub 4340-2nd Ave. 780.723.3600
Boston Pizza 4523-4th Ave. 780.712.7300 Ernie O’s Restaurant & Pub 780.723.3600 4340-2nd Ave. Fat Greasy’s Metal Lounge 4308 4th Avenue 780.725.4401 Galloway Lounge 300-52 St. 780.723.2232 Original Joes #108, 330-45th St. 780.723.6445 Timberfire Lounge 5018-1st Ave. 780.723.4200 Zorba’s Pizza & Pub 5625-2nd Ave. 780.723.3608 Legends Pizza & Family Restaurant 4310-4th Ave. 780.723.4811 Mountain Pizza & Steak House (Fine Dining) 5102-4th Ave. 780.723.3900 Smitty’s Restaurant 4216-2nd Ave. 780.723.3180
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Edson Kinsmen Spray Park
Open late May to early September, the new Kinsmen Spray Park offers free family fun for locals and visitors alike! The park is open from 10 am to 8 pm — 7 days a week and is located in Kinsmen Park, directly south of the Edson Public Library at 4726-8 Ave. The Edson Kinsmen Club is an organization that values community residents and understands the needs of those young families. Through projects like Kinsmen Park, Vision Park, the Slo-Pitch Tournament, the Santa Claus Project, Cystic Fibrosis support, Rotary Skateboard Park, Kin Comedy Night, Monsters and Mudders, and the support of various local and regional organizations, the Kinsmen Club is committed to making Edson the best community it can be.
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Accommodations Aries Motel 5207 - 4th Ave. Best Western High Road Inn 3001 - 52nd St. Black Gold Inn Hwy 16 West on 48th St.
Castle Motel 5604 - 4th Ave. . Cedars Motel 5720 - 4th Ave. Comfort Inn & Suites 5517 - 4th Ave. Commodore Hotel 221 - 50th St. Econo Lodge 5601 - 2nd Ave. Foxwood Inn & Suites 4536 - 2nd Ave. Guest House Inn & Suites 4411 - 4th Ave. Holiday Inn Express 4520 - 2nd Ave.
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Howard Johnson North Ridge Inn 5018 - 1st Ave. Lakeview Inn & Suites Edson Airport 780.723.7508 528 - 63rd St.
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Lakeview Inn & Suites 4300 - 2nd Ave. Moose Creek 4805 - 4th Ave. Nova Inn 5625 - 2nd Ave. Odyssey Inn 5601 - 2nd Ave. Park Ave. Motel 301- 42nd St. Summit Motel 4818 - 4th Ave. Sundowner Inn 5142 - 2nd Ave. Super 8 5140 - 2nd Ave. Totem Motel 4418 - 4th Ave.
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Places to Shop
Audio Vehicle Equipment Auto Motion Audio 780.723.7530 5933-3rd Ave. Banking ATB Financial 313-50th St. 780.723.5571 CIBC 780.723.6061 421-50th St. Edson Credit Union 780.723.4468 4912-2 Ave. RBC Royal Bank 124-50th St. 780.723.6683 Scotiabank 402-50th St. 780.723.6001 Car Wash Edson Petro-Can & Car Wash 4608-2nd Ave. 780.723.1959 Mohawk-U Auto Wash 5226-4th Ave. 780.723.4622 Penny’s Car Care Clinic 5536-1st Ave. 780.723.4207 Splash & Go Car Wash & Detailing 125-43rd St. 780.723.2412 Shinetech 5925-3rd Ave. 780.723.5353
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Clothing Boot Shop Saddlery & Western Wear 412-50th St. 780.723.6272 Crimson Culture 412-50th St. 780.723.6272 Edson’s Ladies Fashion 501-50th St. 780.723.3803 In Your Drawers 117 Main St. 780.723.4435 Jensen’s Lifestyle Clothing 780.723.6677 308-50th St. Kwik Crests 502 Main St. 780.723.7400 Mark’s Work Wearhouse 204-50th St. 780.723.6993 Me & Sweet Pea 5023-3rd Ave. 780.712.4148 Sharen’s Ladies Fashions 780.712.4037 302-50th St. Warehouse One The Jean Store 323-50th St. 780.712.5363 Computer Edson Computers Place 301-50th St. 780.723.4850 BBDS #8 5907 - 4th Ave. 780.723.2037 Fineline Stationery - The Source 780.723.3570 408-50th St.
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Gift Shop & Jewellery Celebrations 780.723.6260 319-50th St. Divine Elements 780.723.7237 420-50th St. Flowers by Mar-Wes 208-50th St. 780.723.3391 Farmer’s Daughter Market 5019 4 Ave. 780.723.2428 Gelmici’s Jewellery 123-50th St. 780.723.3618 Just Frame It 780.723.9792 303-50th St. Level Up Collectables 780.725.4242 5019 4 Ave. The Antique Place 5020-2nd Ave. 780.723.7888 Thymes Two 780.723.3350 306 Main St. Yellowhead Florists 780.723.5050 115-50th St. Groceries Extra Foods 780.712.7564 4431-4th Ave. M&M Meats #101,330-45th St. 780.712.4272 Mother Nature’s Whey 221 50 St. 780.723.3466 Sobeys 780.723.3753 303-54th St. Laundry Sea Spray Coin Laundry 780.723.4722 5014-3rd Ave. Liquor Stores Commodore Liquor Store 780.723.4411 221-50th St. Derrick Liquor Mart 4920-1st Ave. 780.723.3808 Edson Liquor Town 780.723.5657 624-50th St. Junior Derrick Liquor Store 4524-4th Ave. 780.712.7370 Liquor Depot #200 780.728.0447 302-53rd St. Music Freezen Hot Music 319-50th St. 780.723.9778 Horizon Music 4904 - 3rd Ave. 780.723.1955 Pharmacies Extra Foods Drugstore Pharmacy 780.712.7573 4431-4th Ave. Shoppers Drug Mart 302-53rd St. 780.723.3514 Switzer’s Drugs 780.723.4666 50th St. & 3rd Ave.
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Photography Blue Diamond Studio Photography 780.723.6211 5014-2nd Ave. Spas & Hairdressers Clips & Tips Salon & Day Spa 780.723.4342 4827 - 7 Ave. Creative Endz 780.712.1371 4813 - 4 Ave. Eclipse Hair Gallery 5024 - 3 Ave. 780.723.1888 Hair Funk With A Little Spunk 4115 - 15 Ave. 780.517.1821 Hairlines 780.723.6477 4928 4 Ave. Head To Toe Esthetic 780.712.4834 1424 - 54 St. Leeroy’s Hairstyling 4911 - 3 Ave. 780.723.4979 Lulu’s Esthetics 5423 - 14 Ave. 780.728.9214 Pro Nails Plus 4911 - 3 Ave. 780.712.4000 Shear Comfort 780.517.4310 221 - 50 St. Special Touch Hairstying 124 - 50 St. 780.723.5599 Studio On 3rd 5008 - 3 Ave. 780.723.3342 Tangl’d Salon & Spa 4901 - 6 Ave. 780.723.6200 The Other Side Hair 780.712.5521 511 - 50 St. Urban Oasis Spa Studio 218 - 50 St. 780.712.5521 Wigwam Hairstyling 4932 - 5 Ave. 780.723.5900 Sporting Goods Edson Honda 5123-4th Ave. 780.723.6608 Ron’s Outdoor Source for Sports 780.723.4284 5014-4th Ave. So-gnar Snow & Skate 4924-4th Ave. 780.723.7780 Tattoos Painted Lady Tatz 5014-2nd Ave. 780.723.6211 Psycho Pomps Tattooing 780.723.0491 4928-5th Ave. Tattoo InkLined & Kustom Painting 780.517.4488 418-20 St. Toy Stores Diana’s Pets & Hobbyland 413-50th St. 780.723.6220 Good Times Educational Toys 780.728.5046 5008-3rd Ave Pro Hobby 5108-2nd Ave. 780.723.3316
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Rodeos
33rd Annual Medicine Lodge Rodeo May 10, 11 & 12, 2013
This home grown event is a staple in the community with events ranging from ladies barrel racing to saddle bronc. The three days each have their own specific events. On Friday, you can enjoy the ‘All Girls Rodeo’ with pole bending, steer undecorating, cow riding and many more crowd favourites. This rodeo is also a great supporter of the next generation of cowboys and cowgirls — hosting junior barrel racing, stick horse racing, wild cow milking, miniature horse racing and other very exciting events. So sit back and enjoy the home grown country flair of the 33rd Annual Medicine Lodge Rodeo.
Wildwood Bronc Bustin’ 10th Anniversary May 31 - June 2, 2013
Wildwood Bronc Bustin is the only rodeo of its kind in Canada. It’s founder Rod Hay, who is an eight time Canadian champ and 20 time NFR qualifier has brought together Canadian champions and World champions, from the USA and Australia. As a Canadian Professional Rodeo Association event, all the prize money counts toward the Canadian Finals Rodeo. It’s a saddle bronc event only, with 20 professional cowboys riding for $18,000 and with new bronc horses competing for $5,000 in prize money. Don’t forget about the popular wild pony race, mutton bustin’ and steer riding. Two-time Canadian Pro-Rodeo Announcer of the year Brett Gardiner and legendary Rodeo Announcer Bob Tallman, from Weatherford, Texas will both be announcing at Wildwood Bronc Bustin’! Bring your boots, hats and trailers and plan to have a weekend of fun and excitement. 28
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Community Spaces Edson Galloway Station Museum & Travel Centre Centennial Park, 223 – 55 St. 780.723.5696 Kinsmen Hall 4605 – 8 Ave. 780.723.0302 Lions Club Hall 217 – 42 St. 780.723.3169 Pioneer Cabin 4836 – 7 Ave. 780.723.5777 Red Brick Arts Centre & Museum 4818 – 7 Ave. 780.723.3582 Royal Canadian Legion, Edson Joe Wynne Branch #51 5016 – 5 Ave. 780.723.3455 Yellowhead County Beaver Meadow Hall Niton Junction 780.795.2203
Brule Hall 780.865.7833 Cadomin Legion 780.692.3931 Carrot Creek Hall 780.795.2398 Drostan Community Hall East 10 miles on Bear Lake Road (Hwy 748), turn north at Rge Rd 161, 1 mile, hall on the right hand side. 780.723.3950 Edson and District Recreation Complex 3905A Golf Course Road 780.723.3311 Evansburg Heritage House 780.727.2207 Evansburg Legion 780.727.3879 Fulham Community Hall Located 19km north of Hwy 16 on Hwy 32. 780.693.2649 Holly Springs Hall North off Hwy 16 on Hwy 22, watch for signs & turn west, go ½ mile. 780.325.2149
MacKay Community Hall 1 mile north of Hwy 16 on the MacKay Road. 780.795.2432 Marlboro Community Hall 780.397.3772 Niton Community Hall ¼ mile north of Hwy 16 on North Road, Niton Junction. 780.795.3996 Parkcourt Hall 780.727.4476 Peers Community Hall 780.693.2288 Pinedale Hall Rge Rd 160 780.723.4289 Pinegrove Hall 8 km north of Edson on North Road (Hwy 748) 780.723.2361 Robb Community Hall 780.794.2227 Rosevear Hall Peers 780.693.2396 Trail Community Hall Rodeo Road (Rge Rd 180) 780.723.2863 Wildwood Community Hall 4912 – 51 Ave, Wildwood 780.325.2692
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Willmore Park
You’ll find a piece of a different world at Willmore Park. As one of Edson’s best kept secrets, Willmore Park will certainly impress. Located right along the McLeod River, the park offers something for everyone. Hiking and biking trails, ranging from 1.5 km to 5 km provide varying degrees of difficulty and are surrounded by the beauty of the wilderness and scenic views of the river valley. There is plenty of room to camp in one of the 12 river side sites or 29 forest sites. Group camping and picnicking is also available. The area is a great fishing destination and has a boat launch for the McLeod River. The park is used for tobogganing, snow shoeing and cross country skiing in the winter months and in the summer, it is a popular spot for swimming, soaking up the sun or tubing on the river. Willmore Park is a definite must see with its calm, small town charm with grand views and amazing adventures.
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Camping Fishing
Swimming
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Day Use
Playground
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Laundry
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RV Parks Diamond Wood RV Resort 55 km East of Edson on RR 121 780.795.2490 Edson RV and Campground Next to golf course in Edson 780.723.5116 East of Edson RV Resort 8 km East of Edson on Hwy 16 on RR 162 780.723.2287 Moose Meadows RV Park 1.7 km down Golf Course Road 780.712.3455
Campgrounds Bear Lake Located 35 km Northeast of Edson on Hwy 748 east 780.693.2479
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Beta Lake Located off of Highway 16 on Hwy 751, 15 km North 780.868.0109 Chip Lake 9 km North and 10 km West of Wildwood 780.325.2460 Edson Lions Park Campground At East entrance of Edson on 3rd Ave 780.723.3169 32
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Camping Campgrounds
Fickle Lake Provincial Rec Area 39 km Southwest of Edson on Hwy 47
780.723.0738
Hidden Grove Campground & RV Park 55 km east of Edson on Hwy 16 in Niton Junction on 57 Ave. 780.712.3821 Hornbeck Creek Provincial Rec Area 15 km West of Edson on Hwy 16
780.797.4154
Jerry Vanderwell Memorial Park 13 km North of Highway 16 on Hwy 32 780.693.2479 Little Sundance Creek 19 km West of Edson on Hwy 16, 780.865.2154 17 km North on Swanson Road Long Lake Campground 30 km Northeast of Edson on Hwy 748, turn on access road and follow for 15 km
780.693.2479
Minnow Lake Rec Area 20 km East of Edson on Hwy 16 then 20 km South on Wolf Lake Road
780.797.4154
Nojack Rec Area 45 km East of Edson on Hwy 16 780.325.2270 Obed Lake Provincial Park 55 km West of Edson on Hwy 16 780.865.2154 Outback Camping & Cabins 8 km south of Hwy 16 on Hwy 47 780.723.3064 Riverside Campground 780.693.2479 14 km North of the Hwy 16 and Hwy 32 Junction Shiningbank Lake Campground 24 km North of Peers on Hwy 32 then 7 km West on access road
Dumping Stations Town of Edson: 5535 - 1st Ave. State-of-the-art disposal facility with potable water. Rest Area: 20 km East of Edson on Hwy 16 at Range Road 153. Club NoJack: Hwy 16 & corner of Range Road121. Free for registered guests.
780.693.2479
Sundance Provincial Park 56 km Northeast of Edson on Emerson Creek Road 780.865.2154 Willmore Rec Area 6 km South of Edson on 63 Street, Range Road 174 780.723.7141 Wolf Lake Provincial Rec Area 24 km East of Edson on Hwy 16 then 53 km South on Wolf Lake Road
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Camping in Yellowhead County Yellowhead County is home to some of the most pristine wilderness in North America. Vast landscapes with a little bit of everything — lakes, mountains, hoodoos, fishing, quadding, hiking and more. Looking for adventure? You’ll find it in Yellowhead County.
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Message from the Mayor of Yellowhead County
On behalf of Yellowhead County, I am very proud to welcome you to our community – a large and diverse area that stretches from the Pembina River and the Cowboy Trail in the east to Jasper Park and the Athabasca River in the west. Yellowhead County is located in west central Alberta, with its eastern boundary about 90 kilometres west of Edmonton and its western edge extending to the foot of Alberta`s Rocky Mountains. Encompassing an area of over 5 million acres that surround the Towns of Edson and Hinton, Yellowhead County is considered one of central Alberta’s key economic and tourist destinations enroute to the Alberta Rockies. With abundant open wilderness, lush agricultural areas, and countless lakes, rivers and streams, this is one area of the province worth visiting! Yellowhead County has something for anyone wanting to explore some of the most majestic and eclectic landscapes Canada has to offer. Opportunities exist for hiking, biking, camping, fishing, hunting, snowmobiling, quadding, skiing, and numerous community festivals and events. Please take the time to look around to find out all that Yellowhead County has to offer! Mayor Gerald Soroka
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Unique Sites
Coal Branch
The Coal Branch Railway was one of the first railways in Western Canada. The railway was a link from Bickerdike (seven miles west of Edson) to the coal mining towns of the Rockies. This area is known for quadding, hiking and its rugged untouched beauty. Visiting these sites will give you a great insight into the Coal Branch and a wonderful connection to the area’s railroading past.
Mountain Park
Mountain Park used to be a thriving mining village of more than 1,000 people but now is a ghost town. All that remains of the town are faint traces of buildings and a the highest cemetery in the British Commonwealth that is taken care of by previous residents of the town.
Cardinal Divide
The Cardinal Divide is an elevation of land that separates the Arctic Drainage from drainage to Hudson’s Bay. The Cardinal Divide is a day use area with hiking trails that showcase much of the unique wildlife and wildflowers in the area, providing for a truly pleasurable alpine view.
Rosevear Ferry
The Rosevear Ferry has been in operation for over seventy years and is one of only seven ferries remaining in Alberta today. To access the ferry go north off Highway 16 on Range Road 154, also known as the Rosevear Road.
Brule Sand Dunes
These three story sand dunes are fun places to hike, bike or quad. In the 1900’s the Grand Trunk Pacific railway ran across the dunes hoping to connect the Rockies to Edmonton. Drifting sand over the tracks caused this section of the railway to be shut down and remains of some of the tracks are still visible today.
Ogre Canyon
The canyon and the sinkholes within it were carved out by streams and underground water. The climb to the top is a difficult one, rising up almost 900 metres along switchbacks. Four wheel drive is recommended on the gravel road to get to the parking lot.
Cadomin Caves
Cadomin Caves have been closed to lessen the risk of the White-Nose Syndrome spreading to bats in Alberta as it has been deemed the most at risk cave in Alberta. It is one of only three known bat hibernacula in Alberta. The fungus is not harmful to humans, but is spread by humans when they explore caves. 36 36
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Edson Area ATVing The Edson ATV Club is a family orientated not for profit group which promotes safe, fun and responsible riding on the vast trails in the area. The trails in the area span a wide range of terrains that can please the novice rider to someone with an advanced skill set. The club operates with a volunteer a workforce for trail maintenance and funds from memberships, local donations and fund raising events.
There are several areas that offer opportunities for day rides or longer duration stays. The Swanson area is only 20 km west on Highway 16 and offers diverse riding conditions; there is access across the Sundance Provincial Park via the freshly completed Ruperts Crossing which has opened up many more trails for use. Another area for riding is the South Esk trail which the Club stewards is located approximately 120 km South of Edson and can be staged from Grave Flats. As always the Edson ATV Club would encourage you to support the clubs where you ride, treat our trails with respect, pack out what you pack in and most of all have fun while being safe.
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Athabasca-Berlund Rivers Mountain Whitefish, Arctic Grayling, 73.5 km NW of Edson Rainbow Trout, Northern Pike, Walleye
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Bear Lake 30 km NE of Edson
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Long Lake 32 km NE of Edson
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Little Sundance Creek 18 km NE of Edson
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Miller’s Lake 18 km S of Edson
Rainbow Trout, Northern Pike, Brown Trout
Minnow Lake 28 km SW of Edson
Rainbow Trout, Yellow Perch, Brown Trout, Brook Trout
Obed Lake 45 km W of Edson
Northern Pike, Walleye, Yellow Perch, Lake Whitefish
Shiningbank Lake 26 km NE of Edson
Mountain Whitefish, Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Rocky Mountain Whitefish
Sundance Creek 25 km W of Edson
Mountain Whitefish, Rainbow Trout, Northern Pike, Arctic Grayling
Wolf Creek 21 km E of Edson
Northern Pike, Yellow Perch
Wolf Lake 74 km SE of Edson
Hiking in the Coal Branch
Cardinal Divide There are spectacular views due to the high elevation and for the more adventurous in your group, this makes an excellent scramble to the top of the mountain. Length: a few km of clear trail but can be extended. Ruby Creek Popular with hikers and quadders alike, this trail takes you along Ruby Creek eventually arriving at small lakes and a waterfall. Length: 12.5 km Fiddle Pass If you are interested in backcountry hiking, this one is for you. It generally takes three days to complete and you can end with a soak in Miette Hot Springs; where the trail ends. While the destination is within Jasper National Park, it begins outside the park at Whitehorse Creek Recreation Area. Length: 37 km Bighorn River There are a variety of hiking trails that begin at the Cresent Falls Recreation Area ranging from an easy short hike along a canyon to a gorgeous waterfall to full day hikes that lead through meadows, across creeks and up to alpine lakes. Longer multi day hikes are also a feature in that area and due to the flat terrain, they also make excellent horseback riding trails.
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Sundance Provincial Park Sundance Provincial Park is comprised of three very different and unique features only found within the park’s boundaries. It was declared a park under the Special Places Program. Emerson Lakes is a grouping of 5 beautifully clear lakes nestled in a quiet oasis. Seven km of hiking trails circle three of the lakes and offer amazing scenic views. The lakes provide excellent fishing for brook trout and a range of other fish. Marl Bog is a provincially significant site for flora. Twelve different species of orchids, as well as 5 different species of carnivorous plants can be found here along with a variety of rare aquatic plants, sedges, rushes and ferns. This area has a unique combination of soil and hydrology which provide for such an unusual grouping of plants.
Wild Sculpture Trail
This trail takes a journey through the ever changing hoodoos of Sundance Park. The sandstone cliffs, which were and are carved by rain and wind, hang on the side of steep cliffs overlooking the lakes below. The trail is about 9 km in length one way and provides camping spots for overnight adventures within the park.
Sundance Provincial Park is 49 km Northwest of Edson. It is accessible via Hwy 16 to Swanson Rd. or via the North Road. Both routes meet up with Emerson Road.
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Obed Lake Provincial Park Obed Lake Provincial Park encompasses 3 small lakes and the upland areas around them. The area contains a diverse mix of wetland and well drained upland communities including black spruce, tamarack, ferns, mixed wood forests, and closed conifer forests of lodgepole pine and black spruce. The area is important for wildlife as well, especially for elk and as an over wintering area for moose.
Bear Lake Park
Bear Lake Park remains one of the area’s most popular lakes. The sandy beach, clean water, and playground are a draw for the younger members of the family while the boat launch and docking areas play host to the more adventuresome water enthusiasts for water skiing and tubing.
Shining Bank
Shining Bank offers a wide variety of family camping activities within a quiet aspen grove. A roped off swimming area, playground facilities, a sandy beach and excellent boat launching and docking facilities give great access and use to the area’s largest lake. 2013
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Fun In the Sun
Peers Gold Dust Daze August 2-4, 2013
Gold Dust Daze is an annual event that celebrates the community and relives the adventure of gold discovery in the area during the August long weekend. This fun filled event takes place in the hamlet of Peers and McLeod Valley recreation grounds, located 35 kilometers Northeast of Edson and Highway 32, 8 kilometers North of the Yellowhead Highway 16. Activities include; parade, slo-pitch tournament, horse pull events, gymkhana, mounted shooters and Kidz Daze. There will be horseshoe tourneys, gold panning competition, beer gardens, and a cabaret. Camping is available at Mcleod River for the whole weekend so come out and enjoy! For more information visit: www.golddustdaze.com
Hillbilly Demolition Derby & Mudbog
This yearly, family friendly event features events like the full size car, mini and pick up truck demolitions, tough truck competition and of course the mudbog, which covers three different classes of boggers. The demolition derby delivers bone crunching action and every year the event gets bigger. The two day event attracts more than 100 participants each year from across the province (and even outside of Alberta!). The Edson Hillbilly Demolition Derby and Mudbog has become a local institution with about 1,500 fans coming out cheering on their favourite drivers every Labour Day weekend. Keep up to date, connect with others, or simply drop us a line at our Facebook page at ‘Edson Hillbilly Demolition Derby’ or call 780.723.5104.
Geocaching Along the Yellowhead
Geocaching is a real-world outdoor treasure hunting game. Individuals try to locate hidden containers, called geocaches, using GPS-enabled devices. Geocaches can be found all over the world and their locations can be quite diverse. There are a lot geocaches in the Edson area and along the Yellowhead corridor — many that can be found quickly from the highway. To learn more about geocaching and to find caches in Edson and along Highway 16, visit www.geocaching.com. 42
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Industry
Coal Mining has been a key player in the Edson area for many years, but when oil became the fuel of choice, coal mining started to decline. Mines gradually shut down in the 1950s and the industry slowed dramatically until the late 1970s when coal became a viable product again. Oil & Gas Since Edson is located on one of the largest gas fields in Alberta, there are always employment opportunities in this field. Exploration, drilling, collection, transportation and servicing of the oil and gas industry continues to be a driving force and major contributor to Edson’s economic prosperity. There are many plants and pumping stations scattered throughout the region. Forestry In 1983, an OSB manufacturing plant opened in the Edson area — Pelican Spruce Mills (now Weyerhaeuser). Employing more than 160 people, Weyerhaeuser uses the abundant supply of Aspen and Black Poplar to manufacture structural panels used for flooring and sheltering in residential home construction throughout North America. In the early 1990’s Sundance Forest Industries (formerly Erith Tie Company) built a new state-of-the-art sawmill and in the mid 1990’s they expanded their operations to include SunPlus, a specialty wood product manufacturing facility which ships to overseas markets.
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Winter Wonderland
Winter is an active time in Edson! Muskeg Flyers Offering excellent cross-country skiing through beautiful rolling foothills forest, the Hornbeck Cross Country Skiing Forest Recreation Area is located 15 kilometres Northwest of Edson.
Follow highway 16 west from Edson about 4 kilometres, and then turn North on the Schlick Road (Range Road 181A). Follow the Schlick Road 8.5 kilometres to its end at a T-intersection, then turn left and follow the signs to the ski area. The Hornbeck Area is a legally designated Forest Recreation Area reserved for non-motorized recreation under the Alberta Forests Act. Volunteers of the Edson Muskeg Flyers Nordic Ski Club maintain the trails and facilities, with support contributed by industry, municipalities, and individuals in the district. The 30 kilometres of trails in the Hornbeck Area are groomed for both skating and classical skiing. There are trails for both novices and intermediate skiers. The staging area provides a warm-up shelter with a wood stove, picnic tables, pit toilets, and a parking lot. Edson Sno-Seekers A nonprofit, family oriented club, The Edson Sno-Seekers has existed informally since 1969, and was officially registered in 1986. Sno-Seeker volunteers maintain signed, groomed trails from Edson North to Silver Summit, west to the Little Sundance Staging Area and South to Robb. There is a warm-up shelter between Edson and Silver Summit, and at Tom Hill Tower where the trail connects to the Whitcourt trail system (Golden Triangle). The Fox Creek trail will be completed in 2013. The Edson Sno-Seekers are members of the Alberta Snowmobile Association and promote safe snowmobile riding in Edson and area. For more information: edsonsnoseekers@yahoo.com Edson Curling Club Located at the Edson and District Recreation Complex, the Edson Curling Club has a Men’s, Ladies’, Mixed and Junior league. With eight sheets of ice and an ‘Open’ curling night, the Edson Curling Club is a great place to learn the sport, meet new friends or just watch the action. The Edson Curling Club is a member of the Canadian Curling Association. For more information visit: www.edsonrecreationcomplex.com 44
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