Galloway museum edson and area visitor guide 2014

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Edson & Area Visitor Guide 2014

Welcome to the

Heart of the Yellowhead


Make it a Destination

The 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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Edson & Area — Heart of the Yellowhead The next 48 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 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!

Message from the Mayor

Welcome to Edson! On behalf of the Town of Edson I want to welcome you to our community. I hope you have a chance to experience some of the fantastic cultural and recreational opportunities we have to offer. Experience history with a visit to the Galloway Station Museum and Travel Centre located in the beautiful Centennial Park. It’s the perfect place to learn more about Edson’s origin and to gather information about everything this region has to offer. There are some great adventures to be had for the outdoor enthusiast. Check out our great ski trail system, head out snowmobiling, play a round of golf on our beautiful 18 hole course, or explore our local hiking/walking trails. Sports fans can also check out why Edson is world famous for our Slo-Pitch. Vision Park has 24 regulation ball diamonds and is host to the Edson Kinsmen Slo-Pitch Tournament with around 272 teams participating on August long weekend each year! If you enjoy music, you must take in the Rotary Sundays in the Park performances. On select Sundays throughout the summer there will be local musicians, family games, and great food served up at Centennial Park for our summer concert series. Edson is also a great place to do business. The Town is proud to work with our local Chamber of Commerce and other local business groups to ensure that our business community is provided with the best environment in order to promote growth and success. This is evident by our vibrant and growing local shopping district. So whether you’re looking to relocate to our community, set up a new business, or just visit, Edson is a place you can do it all! Mayor Greg Pasychny The 2014 Edson and Area Visitor Guide is a publication of the Edson & District Historical Society who holds sole copyright. No part of this publication may be produced without the permission of the publishers. For additional copies of this guide, please contact the Galloway Station Museum & Travel Centre at 780-723-5696. Cover photograph by Julian Buchwald. 3

Where in Alberta? 4 Discover Edson 5 Our History 6 Galloway Station Museum & Travel Centre 7 Local Attractions 9 Edson & Area Events 10 Eddie’s Big Run 12 Golfing in the Area 12 Rotary Sundays in the Park 13 Sidewalk Jamboree 14 Moving to the Area? 15 The Arts in Edson 16 Culture Days 17 Sports 19 Local Dining 20 Kin Spray Park 22 Kin Slo-Pitch 23 Accommodations 24 Map of Edson 26 Red Brick Arts Centre 28 Community Spaces 29 Area Rodeos 30 Hillbilly Demolition Derby & Mudbog 31 Shopping in Edson 32 Map of Yellowhead County 34 Message from Mayor of Yellowhead County 35 Fishing 36 Camping 38 ATVing 40 Gold Dust Daze 41 Geocaching 41 Parks 42 Scan here to visit Unique Sites 44 our website! Willmore Park 46 Winter Wonderland 48 Industry 50


Where in Alberta? The Town of Edson (population 8,646) is located in the McLeod River Valley, immediately east of the Canadian Rockies foothills at an elevation of 925 m (3035 ft) — near the center of Yellowhead County.

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The historic Coal Branch can be reached from Edson via Highway 47 to the south and Highway 32 connects Edson and Whitecourt to the north.

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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, free adventure for the whole family open from the May long weekend until early September. (Page 22) 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 26) 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 12 & 48 Edson is a hockey town and both minor hockey and the adult leagues host many tournaments at Talisman Place (leisure centre). Talisman Place is also home to a walk in, saltchlorinated swimming pool, with a water slide, diving boards, sauna and hot tub. (Page 26) 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 Kinsmen tournament hosts 272 teams to compete for cash prizes and bragging rights. (Page 23) Head in any direction from Edson and you will find an amazingly rich outdoor wonderland. You can travel to the unique foothills of the Rockies, explore the mighty McLeod River, or take advantage of the many lakes and smaller fishing rivers and campgrounds. (Page 38) The Edson ATV Club has maintained and improved area trails and promotes safe, responsible ATVing. (Page 40) The historic Coal Branch and Robb area are great areas to sled, quad or hike, and are only 45 minutes away. (Page 44) 5

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The Early Years Edson was born of the railway, during the height of transcontinental rail construction heading toward BC. Grand Trunk Pacific Railway (GTP) was ferrying hundreds of railway 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. Instead, 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 demolished much of Edson’s ‘red light’ district. That fire and a later riot 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 lawlessness 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, these economic foundations stayed strong throughout Edson’s history and were augmented by extended forestry industry, trap lines, oil and gas development and the small businesses that continued to flourish in Edson. It was an exciting time in Edson’s history and created the foundation for the vibrant community that exists today. 6


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.

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

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.

An ideal place to take a break, stretch your legs & relax for a few moments ... or a few hours.

Galloway Station Museum & Travel Centre 223 - 55th Street Edson www.gallowaystationmuseum.com

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Edson Attractions

Local 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 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 Public Library

Large archival collection, e.books & audiobooks, free WIFI, DVDs, CDs & books on CD and millions of books! 4726-8 Ave. 780.723.6691

Edson Rotary Skate Park

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 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 & spray park. 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 Talisman Place Twin arenas, indoor swimming pool with hot tub, waterslide and hospitality room. 1021-49 St. 780.723.7665 Walking Trails The Town of Edson has an extensive series of walking trails, both paved and unpaved, that wind through the community. Willmore Park (6 km southwest of Edson) Walking and biking trails, day use, group use, overnight and backcountry camping facilities and tobogganing hill. 9

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Events

2014 May 9 - 11 – Medicine Lodge Rodeo Halfway between Edson and Hinton on Hwy. 16. www.medicinelodgerodeo.com

May 17 – International Museum’s Day Free admission to the Galloway Station Museum www.gallowaystationmuseum.com

May 22 - 24 – Trade Show

Edson and District Chamber of Commerce Talisman Place www.edsonchamber.com

June 21st – Aboriginal Day

Free event at the Centennial Park and the Galloway Station Museum & Travel Centre www.gallowaystationmuseum.com

June 22 – Rotary Sundays in the Park - Rockin in the Park Fun for the whole family! Free event at Centennial Park www.edson.ca

August 10 – Rotary Sundays in the Park - Bluegrass & Folk

July 6 – Rotary Sundays in the Park - Rock Camp Alberta

May 25 – Yoho Museum Day

Fun for the whole family! Free event at Centennial Park www.edson.ca

May 28 – Town Triathalon

July 7-11 – Action Packed Boys Camp

May 31 – Holy Redeemer Graduation

July 13 – Rotary Sundays in the Park - Play in the Park

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June 7 – Strawberry Tea

Red Brick Arts Centre & Museum www.redbrickartscentre.com

June 9 – Junior’s Open Golf Edson Golf Club

June 14 – Eddie’s Big Run Talisman Place ww.edson.ca

June 15 – Kinsmen Soapbox Derby www.edsonkinsmen.ca

Volunteers welcome! www.edsonkinsmen.ca

July 1st – Edson’s Canada Day

May 25 – Edson Oil Ladies Golf

Call 780-693-2193 for more information

August 1 - 4 – Edson Kin Slo-Pitch Tournament

August 1 - 4 – Peers Gold Dust Daze

May 23 - 24 – Edson Oilmen’s Golf

Edson Golf Club

For more information call Trudy at 780-795-3996 or Lorna at 780-795-3967

June 27 – Parkland Composite Graduation Free celebration at Centennial Park. Don’t miss Taste of Edson! Call 780.723.4403 or visit www.edson.ca

Edson Golf Club

July 25 - 26 – Niton Junction Jamboree

Youth Interagency Edson

Fun for the whole family! Free event at Centennial Park www.edson.ca

July 14-18 – Girls in Motion Camp Youth Interagency Edson

July 19 – Ladies Open Golf Edson Golf Club

July & August – Summer Reading Program and Reading Buddies Edson Public Library www.edsonlibrary.ca

Fun for the whole family! Free event at Centennial Park www.edson.ca

August 9 - 10 – Weekend of Champions Golf Edson Golf Club

August 14 – Senior Open Golf Edson Golf Club

August 14 - 16 – Summer Festival Sidewalk Jamboree

Edson and District Chamber of Commerce www.edsonchamber.com

August 23 & 24 – Men’s Open Golf Edson Golf Club

August 27 – FREE Outdoor Movie Centennial Park - Movie starts at dusk www.edson.ca

August 30 - 31 – Edson Hillbilly Demolition Derby and Mud Bog Call 780.723.5104 for information

September 7 – Couples Golf Edson Golf Club

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Events September 10 – Rotary Sundays in the Park - Harvest Jam Fun for the whole family! Free event at Centennial Park www.edson.ca

September 13 – Road Hockey Rumble Youth Interagency www.edson.ca

September 13 - 14 – Ryder Cup Golf Edson Golf Club

September – Toxic Roundup Recycling Depot www.westyellowheadrecycles.ca

Events

October – Libraries Month

December 4 – Santa Parade Edson and District Chamber of Commerce www.edsonchamber.com

October – Edson Run of Hope for Breast Cancer www.runofhope.ca

December 5 – Free Kids Movie Edson Edson and District Chamber of Commerce www.edsonchamber.com December 5 – Christmas Farmer’s Market 10 am - 3 pm Edson Friendship Centre

Lego Challenge and other fun activities Edson Public Library www.edsonlibrary.ca

October 18 – Active for Life Women’s Conference www.edson.ca

October 24 – Edson and District Chamber of Commerce Business Awards Gala www.edsonchamber.com

September – Santa’s Anonymous Toy Run Edson Kinette Christmas Hampers

October – Oktoberfest Edson Legion sponsored by McMan 780-712-7677

September 14 – Terry Fox Run www.edson.ca or 780.723.4403

November 1 – Red Brick Bazaar & Tea

September 21 – Parent/Child Golf

November 11 – Remembrance Day

September 26 – Arts on Fire

November 14 - 16 – Oilmens Curling Bonspiel

Edson Golf Club

Galloway Station Museum & Travel Centre www.edsoncanoe.com

September 26 & 27 – Early Bird Craft Show Edson & District Recreation Complex

September 26 - 28 – Culture Days Cultural events in Edson www.edsoncanoe.com

September 28 – Rotary Sundays in the Park - Culture Days Fun for the whole family! Free event at Centennial Park Culture Days wrap up concert www.edson.ca

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Edson & District Recreation Complex

November 15 – Christmas Bazarr Catholic Women’s League

November 16 – Christmas Farmer’s Market 10 am - 3 pm Edson Friendship Centre

November 20 - 22 – Festival of Trees Red Brick www.redbrickartscentre.com

November 20 - 22 – Palette & Pottery Show and Sale Edson Library

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December 6 – Tree Trimming Party 11 am - 2 pm Edson Public Library www.edsonlibrary.ca December 13 – Chamber Christmas Party - tentative Edson and District Chamber of Commerce www.edsonchamber.com Year round English as a Second Language Conversation Groups every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month 6:30 pm -7:30 pm Edson Public Library Preschool Story Time Every Tuesday and Thursday 11am Edson Public Library FCSS Family/Parent Link Centre Families with preschool Children Drop In Tuesdays & Thursdays 9 am - 11:30 am & 1 pm - 3 pm Stay & Play Wednesdays 9 am - 11 am Friday PlayTime 9 am - 11 am Edson Farmers’ Market Fridays 10:30 - 2 pm Edson Friendship Centre


Eddie’s Big Run

Come out and enjoy the Edson trail system on Saturday, June 14th during one of Edson’s BIGGEST community events of the year! The fifth annual Eddie’s Big Run starts at Talisman Place (formerly the 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 2013 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 is included for all participants. Eddie’s Big Run is 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!

Golfing 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.


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 22, 2014 Rockin’ in the Park Sunday July 6, 2014 Rock Camp Alberta Sunday July 13, 2014 Play in the Park Sunday August 10, 2014 Homegrown Folk & Bluegrass SPECIAL EVENT August 27, 2014 FREE outdoor movie in Centennial Park on a giant inflatable screen. Title to be announced. Concession by Youth Interagency. Sunday September 7, 2014 Country Harvest Jam Sunday September 28, 2014 Culture Days Wrap up Concert 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, juice and hotdogs will be available. Don’t miss the bouncy house looked after by Edson & District Victim Services. Donations will be accepted for the Edson Food Bank at each performance. 13

Photographs by Tracy Templeton & Giles Merriott


Sidewalk Jamboree Summer Festival The Edson and District Chamber of Commerce hosts the Sidewalk Jamboree beginning August 14th, and lasting all day on Friday, the 15th and Saturday the 16th 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 Street 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 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 Julian Buchwald

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Moving to the Area? MEDICAL/EMERGENCY For any emergency dial 911 R.C.M.P Administration: 780-723-8800

Edson Fire Department office: 780-723-7848 Hospital: 780-723-3331

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 Poor Boy Properties: 780-712-2549 Royal Lepage: 780-723-3186 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

TRANSPORTATION Air Service: 780-723-4010 Charter services only Rail Service: Via Rail 1-888-842-7245 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 UTILITIES 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 FAITH Bethel Pentecostal Church: 780- 723-3007 Edson Baptist Church: 780-723-3982 Sacred Heart Catholic Church: 780-723-3661 Christian Reformed Church: 780-723-5242 Jehovah’s Witnesses: 780-723-6884 New Hope Family Fellowship: 780-723-5704

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 CIBC 780-723-6061 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

St. Catherine’s Anglican Church: 780-723-3157 Edson Mennonite Church: 780-723-4922 Grace Lutheran Church: 780-723-4366 Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints: 780-723-3525 Edson Alliance Church: 780-723-5776 Seventh-day Adventist Church: 780-723-5490

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The Arts in Edson and Area The arts are alive and well 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 or if behind the scenes is more your style try your hand at set design or work with costumes or stage makeup. There are performance opportunities and acting workshops for all skill levels. The Chronicle Project - Join the Adventure! www.thechronicleproject.com Pandora Players Double Feature Theatre The schools in the Edson area are filed with talented students who take to the stage though their drama departments. 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. www.edsonphotographyclub.ca If you’re interested in live shows, you will want to know about any events held by Chautauqua Edson Arts Council. The nonprofit organization works to bring various forms of entertainment to Edson and also opens many of their shows with amazing local talent. From drama to music, there is something for everyone. www.edsonartscouncil.com 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 multiuse facility. www.artscentreforedson.ca 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!

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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. www.edsoncanoe.com


Culture Days September 26, 27 & 28 Alberta Culture Days in Edson are a time to discover arts and culture opportunities, experience a variety of events, and celebrate local artistic talent. On Friday evening, local residents and groups are recognized with awards at Arts on Fire. On Saturday, drop-in activities are hosted by Edson Creative Arts Society, Edson Craft Centre (potters), Pandora Players, and Edson Public Library. Edson Photography Club presents a workshop. Red Brick Arts Centre organizes a display of work by local artists and artisans. The Galloway Station Museum raises the community tipi and offers heritage activities. Local performers shine Saturday night at a Community Talent Show. The finale — Rotary Sundays in the Park Wrap-Up Concert in Centennial Park. Events are funded by grants from Government of Alberta, Town of Edson, and private donors. The weekend is powered by talented, dedicated volunteers who share their time and energy with the community throughout the year. Culture Days in Edson focuses community attention on arts and culture. We stand up in our small, vibrant, part of Alberta and say: Arts and Culture Matter!

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Sports Whether you use sports as a form of exercise, for entertainment, to hone skills or to interact with other people, sports are a big part of what makes Edson a great place to live and play! Sports can be a great learning experience. Through them we learn how to be a team player, to accept constructive criticism and to develop discipline. There are many team sports (for the young and young at heart) in the area, including; volleyball, soccer - drop in, ladies indoor and youth, rugby, curling, hockey, bowling, basketball, ultimate frisbee and of course, slo-pitch! For those who enjoy a more solitary experience, there are plenty of individual activities in the area like golf, running, cross country skiing, fencing and figure skating, just to mention a few. Martial arts classes (karate and tae kwon do) are offered in the area as are dance courses and swimming. Motivated to get fit? There are numerous exercise courses from spin classes to zumba, yoga, moveball and more which are held all year round. The Edson area also is home to several fitness centres, indoor and outdoor ice rinks and a great pool and splashpark. Friends of the Fieldhouse is a non-profit organization to raise support and funding to build a multi- purpose recreation facility in Edson.

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Local Dining

TO BE PLACED IN THE GUEST SERVICES DIRECTORY OF TH Coffee2013 Shops Holiday Inn Express Edson

To: Donair Zone Attention: Phone: 780-723-4449 Fax: Cell: Email: samar0032@hotmail.com Date Sent: Dec 12

Funky Fork 5202-2 Ave 780.723.7797

Tim Horton’s (West End) 201-54 St 780.723.7242

Tim Horton’s (East End) 4209-3 Ave 780.723.7244

Divine Elements 420-50 St 780.723.7237 Ethnic Food

Castle Restaurant (Chinese) 5630-4 Ave 780.723.5551 Coconut Tree Restaurant (Thai/Chinese) 118-50 St 780.723.3103 Golden Honey Restaurant (Chinese) 300-52 St 780.723.8888 Fast Food A&W Restaurant 4531-4 Ave 780.723.4824 Dominos Pizza #104-330-45 St 780.723.7733 Donair Zone 4902-4 Ave 780.723.4449 Dairy Queen 5305-2nd Ave 780.723.2001

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Fast Food KFC /Taco Bell 4914-4 Ave 780.723.3714 McDonald’s Restaurant 4239-4 Ave 780.712.2355 Subway Sandwiches & Salads 4920-4 Ave 780.723.2774 Panago 4902-4 Ave 780.310.0001 Wendy’s Restaurant 4207-3 Ave 780.712.4422 Family Blue Jay Café 216-50 St. 780.723.3297 Boston Pizza 4523-4 Ave. 780.712.7300 Branch Inn Family Restaurant 4332-4 Ave. 780.712.6116 Golden Tees Restaurant Hwy 16 West of Edson 780.723.2828 Janis Italian Restaurant 221-50 St. 780.723.4433 Legends Pizza & Family Restaurant 4310-4 Ave. 780.723.4811

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Mountain Pizza & Steak House (Fine Dining) 5102-4 Ave. 780.723.3900 Olive Tree (Fine Dining) 4340-2 Ave. 780.723.3600 Smitty’s Restaurant 4216-2 Ave. 780.723.3180

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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!

5102-4th Avenue, Edson, Alberta www.mountainpizza.ca 780-723-3900 21


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 and District Public Library. Through projects like Kinsmen Park, the Slo-Pitch Tournament, Edson Kinsmen Spray Park

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PENNY’S Car Care Clinic

· Pet supplies · Grooming · Engraving Edson 780.723.6220

Committed to exceptional customer service and to quality vehicle detailing

5536 1 Ave Edson 780-723-4207

Two great stores under one roof! 413 - 50th Street

· Puzzles · Games · Toys for all ages! Edson 780.712.4494

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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 35th 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: Rock’n & Rave’n (Friday), BC/DC (Saturday) and Tim Hicks (Sunday). Camping is available inside Vision Park at Kin Kampers Village, at the Rotary Campground 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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Accommodations

Photograph by Giles Merriott

Aries Motel 5207 - 4 Ave Best Western High Road Inn 300 - 52 St. Black Gold Inn 4830 - 4 Ave Castle Motel 5604 - 4 Ave Cedars Motel 5720 - 4 Ave Comfort Inn & Suites 5517 - 4 Ave Commodore Hotel 221 - 50 St Econo Lodge 5601 - 2 Ave Ramada Inn & Suites 4536 - 2 Ave Guest House Inn & Suites 4411 - 4 Ave Holiday Inn Express 4520 - 2 Ave

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Toll Free Reservations: 1.877.723.5591

780.723.5591

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Accommodations

Howard Johnson North Ridge Inn 5018 - 1 Ave 780.723.4200 Lakeview Inn & Suites Edson Airport 528 - 63 St 780.723.7508 Lakeview Inn & Suites 4300 - 2 Ave 780.723.2500 Moose Creek 4805 - 4 Ave 780.723.5508 Nova Inn 5625 - 2 Ave 780.712.3005 Odyssey Inn 5601 - 2 Ave 780.723.5505 Park Ave. Motel 301- 42 St 780.723.5541 Summit Motel 4818 - 4 Ave 780.723.6199 Sundowner Inn 5142 - 2 Ave 780.723.5591 Super 8 5140 - 2 Ave 780.723.7373 Totem Motel 4418 - 4 Ave 780.723.2020

Photograph by Keith Biernacki

The Bell Store

PKE Water Store & More

118 - 49th Street Edson, AB

780-723-3794

Water Treatment Equipment Softeners/Iron Filters Spa Supplies Reverse Osmosis Home & Office Bottle Water Delivery Sales & Service

• Upholstery • Window • Coverings • Auto • Marine • Residental • Commercial

Service Technician with over 30 years of experience

780-712-7666

4622-4th Avenue, Edson

118 - 49th Street Edson, AB

780-723-3573

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The Red Brick Arts Centre Serving Edson and area since 1913 As one of Edson’s oldest buildings, the Red Brick Arts Centre and Museum is a must see! Built in 1913, the Red Brick was originally one of Edson’s first schools and continued to serve the children of Edson up until 1967 when it was closed down. It soon become a maintenance shed and bus barn for the school division but when a new facility was opened in the 80s, the future of the Red Brick was uncertain. A campaign to save the building started in 1985 and succeeded when the building was designated a municipal historical resource in 1987. 101 years after opening its doors, 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.

The Antique Place

The

Edson and District Public Library

• Downloadable e-books & audiobooks • Free WIFI & help with computers

• DVDs, CDs & books on CD • Programs for all ages and millions of books!

Have you been to the Library lately?

Antiques, collectables, gifts and more!

4726 – 8 Ave. Edson 780-723-6691 Across from Kinsmen Park

Freshly made fudge 5020-2 Avenue, Edson, AB

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Community Spaces Edson Edson & District Recreation Complex

Kinsmen Hall

780.723.8144

Beaver Meadow Hall 780.795.2203 Niton Junction

Brule Hall 780.865.7833

217-42 St.

780.723.3169

4836-7 Ave

780.723.5777

Pioneer Cabin

780.723.5696

Yellowhead County

780.723.0302

Lions Club Hall

Galloway Station Museum & Travel Centre Centennial Park

4605-8 Ave

Evansburg Legion 780.727.3879 Fulham Hall 780.693.2649

Red Brick Arts Centre & Museum 4818-7 Ave.

780.723.3582

Royal Canadian Legion, Joe Wynne Branch # 51 5016 5 Ave

780.723.3455

Peers Community Hall 780.693.2288 Pinedale Hall 780.723.3655

Holly Springs Hall

780.325,2149

Rge Rd 160

780.692.3931

MacKay Community Hall

780.795.2435

Robb Community Hall 780.794.2227

Drostan Community Hall

Marlboro Community Hall

780.725.2110

Cadomin Legion Carrot Creek HallDistrict 780.692.3931 Edson and

Rge Rd 161

780.723.8144

Evansburg Heritage House

780.727.2207

Niton Community Hall 780.725.3996 Parkcourt Hall 780.727.4476

Pinegrove Hall

780.723.2361

Rosevear Hall 780.693.2396 Trail Community Hall 780.693.2396 Rge Rd 180

Wildwood Community Hall 780.693.2396

Edson Recreation and DistrictComplex

Edson and District

The Edson and District Recreation Complex houses the Edson Recreation and DistrictComplex curling club, banquet and meeting facilities, and the Golf Club District andShop. EdsonPro We provide catering & bar services for any size function. Our facility is host to golf tournament banquets, craft shows, trade fairs, wedding receptions, graduation ceremonies, concerts and monthly safety meetings.

coffee house loose leaf tea home baking soup sandwiches salads

www.thefunkyfork.ca 780-723-7797 5202-2nd Ave. Edson, AB M - F ~ 7:30 am - 8 pm Sat ~ 10 am - 4 pm

Located on Golf Course Road (780) 723-3311 www.edsonrecreationcomplex.com 29


34th Annual Medicine Lodge Rodeo

Rodeos

May 9, 10 & 11, 2014

This home grown event is a staple in the community with events ranging from ladies barrel racing to saddle bronc. 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 country flair of the 34th Annual Medicine Lodge Rodeo.

Wildwood Bronc Bustin’ May 30th & 31st, 2014

Photograph by A.J. Simmons

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. Bring your boots, hats and trailers and plan to have a weekend of fun and excitement.

412-50th street

780.723.6272

Moccasins & Mukluks Work and Cowboy Boots Western apparel Tack & Farrier Supplies Gift wear Shoe Repair www.thebootshop.ca 30


Hillbilly Demolition Derby & Mudbog

Get revved up for the annual Edson Hillbilly Demolition Derby and 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 fan favourite demolition derby delivers bone crunching action that our spectators have come to expect. 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. Concession stands are available to keep everyone fed and happy. The weekend is a place to have fun and spend time playing in the mud and dirt, but safety is always a concern. There are rules that govern both the building of the vehicles and driving aspects of the event. 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 for more information.

Photograph by Giles Merriott

Edson Fish and Game Association

HOME OFTHETIRE EXPERTS

• • • •

www.fountaintire.com

Wildlife Conservation Shooting Sports Fish Management & Record Book Trophy Measuring

Currently Accepting New Members

• tire services • tune ups • electrical • batteries •w heel

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maintenance packages

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Shopping

Audio Vehicle Equipment Auto Motion Audio 5933-3 Ave. 780.723.7530 Banking ATB Financial 313-50 St. 780.723.5571 CIBC 421-50 St. 780.723.6061 Edson Credit Union 4912-2 Ave. 780.723.4468 RBC Royal Bank 124-50 St. 780.723.6683 Scotiabank 402-50 St. 780.723.6001 Car Wash Edson Petro-Can & Car Wash 4608-2 Ave. 780.723.1959 Mohawk-U Auto Wash 5226-4 Ave. 780.723.4622 Penny’s Car Care Clinic 5536-1 Ave. 780.723.4207 Splash & Go Car Wash & Detailing 125-43 St. 780.723.2412 Shinetech 5925-3 Ave. 780.723.5353 Clothing

Kwik Crests 502-50 St. 780.723.7400 Mark’s Work Wearhouse 5919-2 Ave. 780.723.6993 Thrift Store 5112-3 Ave. 780.723.4545 Sharen’s Ladies Fashions 302-50 St. 780.712.4037 Warehouse One The Jean Store 323-50 St. 780.712.5363

Boot Shop Saddlery & Western Wear 412-50 St. 780.723.6272 Edson’s Ladies Fashion 501-50 St. 780.723.3803 In Your Drawers 117-50 St. 780.723.4435 Jensen’s Lifestyle Clothing 308-50 St. 780.723.6677 Electronics Edson Computers Place 301-50 St. 780.723.4850 BBDS #8 5907-4 Ave. 780.723.2037 Fineline Stationery - The Source 408-50 St. 780.723.3570

Nuwave Wireless 118 49th Ave. 780.723.3794 Telecom West 4622 4th Ave. 780.723.5999 Morad Communications 5108 2nd Ave. 780.723.3939

Leading Edge Communications & Cellular

320-50 St.

780.712.4006

Laundry

Toy Stores

Sea Spray Coin Laundry 5014-3 Ave. 780.723.4722

Diana’s Pets & Hobbyland 413-50th St. 780.723.6220 32


Gift Shop & Jewellery Divine Elements 420-50th St. 780.723.7237 Flowers by Mar-Wes 208-50 St. 780.723.3391 Farmer’s Daughter Market 5019 4 Ave. 780.723.3001 Friendly Findings 5514-3 Ave. 780.723.2428 Galloway Station Gift Shop 223-55 St. 780.723.5696 Gelmici’s Jewellery 123-50 St. 780.723.3618 Just Frame It 303-50 St. 780.723.9792 Level Up Collectables 5019 4 Ave. 780.725.4242 Simply Beautiful Event Rentals 221-50 St 780.712.3301 The Antique Place 5020-2 Ave. 780.723.7888 Thymes Two 306-50 St. 780.723.3350 Yellowhead Florists 115-50 St. 780.723.5050 Spas & Hairdressers Blue Diamond Studio Photography 5014-2 Ave. 780.723.6211

Groceries Extra Foods 4431-4 Ave. 780.712.7564 M&M Meats #101,330-45 St. 780.712.4272 Mother Nature’s Whey 221-50 St. 780.723.3466 Sobeys 303-54 St. 780.723.3753 Just Delicious 112 50 St 780.723.3226 Liquor Stores Commodore Liquor Store 221-50 St. 780.723.4411 Corked! 515-50 St. 780.7231971 Derrick Liquor Mart 4920-1 Ave. 780.723.3808 Edson Liquor Town 624-50 St. 780.723.5657 Junior Derrick Liquor Store 4524-4 Ave. 780.712.7370 Liquor Depot #200 302-53 St. 780.728.0447 2 am Liquor 5208-4 Ave. 780.723.2008

Eclipse Hair Gallery 5024-3 Ave. 780.723.1888 Hairlines 4928-4 Ave. 780.723.6477 Head To Toe Esthetic 1424-54 St. 780.712.4834 Lulu’s Esthetics 5423-14 Ave. 780.728.9214 Music Horizon Music 4904-3rd Ave. 780.723.1955 Ye Olde Music Garage 4907-2 Ave. 780.723.3362 Pharmacies Extra Foods Drugstore Pharmacy 4431-4 Ave. 780.712.7573 Shoppers Drug Mart 302-53 St. 780.723.3514 Switzer’s Drugs 50th St. & 3 Ave. 780.723.4666

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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 511-50 St. 780.712.5521 Urban Oasis Spa Studio 780.728.3312 Wigwam Hairstyling 4932-5 Ave. 780.723.5900 Tattoos Tattoo InkLined & Kustom Painting 418-20th St. 780.517.4488 Sporting Goods Canadian Tire 5919 2nd Ave. 780.723.3025 Edson Honda 5123-4th Ave. 780.723.6608 Ron’s Outdoor Source for Sports 5014-4th Ave. 780.723.4284 So-gnar Snow & Skate 4924-4th Ave. 780.723.7780


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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.

Grande Cache

Grande Prairie

Park or campground Unique Sight

City/town/hamlet


Message From the Yellowhead County Mayor

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

FINELINE

STATIONERY

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ELECTRONICS

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Fishing Athabasca-Berlund Rivers 73.5 km NW of Edson

Fickle Lake 36 km SW of Edson

Edson River 7 km N of Edson

Long Lake 32 km NE of Edson

Mountain Whitefish, Arctic Grayling, Rainbow Trout, Northern Pike, Walleye

Arctic Grayling, Rainbow Trout, Northern Pike, Rocky Mountain Whitefish

Arctic Grayling, Rainbow Trout, Northern Pike, Brown Trout, Rocky Mountain Whitefish

Northern Pike, Yellow Perch

Edson River 7 km N of Edson

Little Sundance Creek 18 km NE of Edson

Arctic Grayling, Rainbow Trout, Northern Pike, Brown Trout, Rocky Mountain Whitefish

Arctic Grayling, Rainbow Trout, Book Trout, Rocky Mountain Whitefish

Emerson Lakes 62 km NW of Edson

Chip Lake 56 km E of Edson

Rainbow Trout, Brook Trout

Northern Pike, Burbot

Erith River 36 km SW of Edson

Lovett Lake 70 km SW of Edson

Arctic Grayling, Rainbow Trout, Northern Pike, Rocky Mountain Whitefish

Rainbow Trout

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Fishing McLeod River 2.5 km E of Edson

Shiningbank Lake 26 km NE of Edson

Mountain Whitefish, Arctic Grayling, Rainbow Trout, Northern Pike, Walleye, Yellow Perch, Rocky Mountain Whitefish

Northern Pike, Walleye, Yellow Perch, Lake Whitefish

Sundance Creek 25 km W of Edson

Miller’s Lake 18 km E of Edson

Mountain Whitefish, Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Rocky Mountain Whitefish

Rainbow Trout, Yellow Perch

Minnow Lake 28 km SE of Edson

Wolf Creek 21 km E of Edson

Northern Pike, Walleye, Brown Trout

Little Sundance Creek 18 km NE of Edson

Mountain Whitefish, Rainbow Trout, Northern Pike, Arctic Grayling

Obed Lake 45 km W of Edson

Wolf Lake 74 km SE of Edson

Arctic Grayling, Rainbow Trout, Book Trout, Rocky Mountain Whitefish

Northern Pike, Yellow Perch

Rainbow Trout, Yellow Perch, Brown Trout, Brook Trout

West Central Alberta’s largest sporting goods store • Hunting

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• Baseball

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• Paintball

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RON’S OUTDOOR for sports 5014 - 4th Ave. Ph: 780-723-4284 37


Fishing

Swimming

Pump Water

Flush Toilets

Day Use

Playground

Shower

Outhouse

Boat Launch

Hiking

Tap Water

Laundry

Firewood

Wheelchair accessible

Dump Station

Power

Canoeing

Biking

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 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

Photograph by Keith Biernacki

Camping

Edson Lions Park Campground At East entrance of Edson 780.723.3169 38


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, 17 km North on Swanson Road 780.865.2154 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

Dumping Stations Town of Edson: 5535 - 1st Ave. State-of-the-art disposal facility with potable water.

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 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 Weald Campground South on Hwy 47 10 km 780.723.0738 Wolf Lake Provincial Rec Area 24 km East of Edson on Hwy 16 then 53 km South on Wolf Lake Road 780.723.0738 39

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.


Edson Area ATVing The Edson ATV Club is a family orientated, not for profit group that 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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Membership and other club information can be found at www.edsonatvclub.com or email at info@edsonatvclub.com


Fun in the Sun Peers Gold Dust Daze August 1-4, 2014

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 Highway 16. Activities include; parade, slo-pitch tournament, horse pull events, gymkhana, mounted shooters and Kidz Daze. Camping is available at Mcleod River for the whole weekend so come out and enjoy! For more information visit: www.golddustdaze.com

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 find caches in Edson and along Highway 16, visit www.geocaching.com.

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Parks in the Yellowhead 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 Road or via the North Road. Both routes meet up with Emerson Road. 42

Photograph by Madison Sharman

To Edson


Parks in the Yellowhead 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. 55 km W of Edson on Highway 16

Range Road 222A

To Edson

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. 35 km NE of Edson on Highway 748

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. 24 km N of Peers on Highway 32 43

Photograph by Glen Kauffman


Brule Sand Dunes

Unique Sites

These three story sand dunes are fun places to hike, bike or quad. In the 1900s 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. W of Hinton off Highway 16

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. NW of Hinton near Brule

Coal Branch Railway

The Coal Branch Railway is now a chain of abandoned mining towns along the eastern slopes of the central Canadian Rocky Mountains and was once an important part of Alberta’s coal industry. Once the Branch was famous for its guarantee of work and overall prosperity, however, technological advancement outdated the collieries and many of the once prosperous towns are now abandoned. The railway was a link from Bickerdike (seven miles west of Edson) to the coal mining towns of the Rockies. S off Highway 16 onto Highway 40

Photograph by Julian Buchwald

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Unique Sites 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.

Mountain Park

Mountain Park used to be a thriving village of more than 1,000 people but now is a ghost town. No more remains of the town but faint traces of buildings and a cemetery 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.

Photograph by Giles Merriott and Glen Kauffman

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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. It is also a great place for runners of all levels. 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 also a great fishing destination. 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, hiking, running, 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 many potential adventures.

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Day-Use Trails Park Boundaries Road

Campsite Playground Hiking Trail Water Pump

Cookhouse Outhouses Bridge

Legend:

Willmore Park


Winter Wonderland Winter is an active time in the Edson area! 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.

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Winter Wonderland 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 2014. 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

Hockey/Skating

Edson has two outdoor arenas. One in Glenwood Park, 463 - 72 Street and one in Griffiths Park (behind the Boys and Girls Club) at 5414 - 6 Avenue. Both arenas have full boards with lights (until 10:30 pm) and are maintained by the Town of Edson. Talisman Place (Leisure Centre)has two indoor arenas for hockey and public skating from September to April. The arenas are home to minor hockey teams, ladies recreational hockey, men’s hockey league and oldtimers hockey. The arenas are also home to an active figure skating club. Public skating and shinny are regularly scheduled.


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.

Forestry

In 1983, an OSB manufacturing plant opened in the Edson area — Pelican Spruce Mills (now Weyerhaeuser). Weyerhaeuser uses the abundant supply of Aspen and Black Poplar to manufacture structural panels used for flooring and sheltering in residential home construction. In the early 1990’s a second mill, Sundance Forest Industries (formerly Erith Tie Company) built a new state-ofthe-art sawmill which soon expanded. The mill is now known as Edson Forest Products, a division of West Fraser.

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