By Peter Worden Cattle rustling, to most of us, may be something that happens only in old westerns or the stuff of science fiction. But to cattlemen and ranchers in southern Alberta, it is has always been part of real life. Rural legends come farther-fetched than their urban counterparts, and usually have to do with [...]
By M.L. Cofell There are people and places in life, that when visited, make you feel alive. You walk away with a sense of melancholy because you really don’t want to leave. You want time to slow down and linger just a little bit longer, to savour every moment. When I was about 10 years [...]
Flies, Fish and the Art of Deception By Sheila Sepkowski I like to think of myself as a wannabe adrenalin junkie. My bucket list is peppered with words like skydiving, bungee jumping and the lofty ascents of famous mountains. That is why when I found myself standing in the Bow River, thigh-high in water just [...]
From wagon wheels to 18-wheelers, from Montana to Central Alberta, the Cowboy Trail leaves deep ruts of historic relevance reflected in the towns which now line highways once graced by Mounties and cattle drivers on horseback. By Mary Savage In the late 1990s, the rural communities along Highway 22 came together looking for a unifying [...]
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Read about High River chosen as one of Alberta’s best communities for business High River in Alberta Venture, June 1, 2010 Article in High River Times June 5, 2010 FINDING ROOTS: High River Poised for growth, this town is embracing change and diversity while remaining deeply rooted it is western heritage. By Sheila Sepkowski Driving [...]
The Routes summer issue features the art and passion of artist Paul Rasporich (cover story). Follow this link to read an article from today’s Calgary Herald about Paul’s students recording a song with legendary, local singer, Ian Tyson. Calgary Herald story Read more about Paul’s story in Routes – get your copy today! A Song [...]
Planning your dream wedding, coordinating a staff team-building activity or organizing an intimate gathering of friends? The Foothills region is home to a variety of venues to suit any need. Most facilities are privately owned and operated by welcoming hosts, working hard to make your event special. Lynnwood Ranch, Aldersyde This 9,000 sq. ft. indoor [...]
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The Motherload: Strings Attached By Pat Fream I remember struggling to get my squirming infant out of a soggy bathing suit after an arduous swim lesson, while my other two children wrestled over who would be the first in line at the water fountain. A stranger looked on with quiet dismay then said, “I don’t [...]
