Weekly Goose 128

July 19, 2023

Good morning!

Did you know? Lac La Biche is home to Alberta’s only canoe circuit (Jackson, Kinnaird and Blackett Lakes in Lakeland Provincial Park). It’s also home to Sir Winston Churchill Provincial Park, which is Alberta’s only island park!

Speaking of Lac La Biche, we just published a new video about our recent experience. It was our second time there, and once again, it surprised us in many ways. From outdoor adventure to arts and culture, it’s definitely one of Alberta’s hidden gems.

So, in the 128th edition of the Weekly Goose, we’d like to focus on some hidden gems in Alberta, including Lac La Biche, Wetaskiwin, Cypress Hills, and more!

Happy travels!

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Travel Videos

A lot of readers ask us about hidden gems across the country, which is why we’re pleased to feature our latest video from Lac La Biche, one of Northern Alberta’s hidden gems. We’ll also share the first one we made back in 2020.

Travel Guides

From northern communities like Lac La Biche to the oasis of the south, here are some travel guides to some of Alberta’s top hidden gems.

The Best Things to Do in Lac La Biche, Alberta

Located approximately 2 hours northeast of Edmonton, Lac La Biche is an outdoor adventurers’ playground. Home to vast wilderness, provincial parks, and beautiful lakes, it's a great place to get out and see the dark

www.mustdocanada.com/things-to-do-lac-la-biche-alberta

The Best Things to Do in Wetaskiwin Alberta

Not far from Edmonton is Wetaskiwin, Alberta, a place where you can race cars, fly planes, and visit the famous Reynolds-Alberta museum.

www.mustdocanada.com/things-to-do-in-wetaskiwin-alberta

Best Things to Do in the Alberta Foothills

From Turner Valley to Nanton, those looking for small-town charm and countryside views near Calgary will find all they need in the Alberta Foothills.

www.mustdocanada.com/alberta-foothills

9 Fun Things to Do in Sundre Alberta

Located right on Alberta's famous Cowboy Trail and less than 90 minutes away from downtown Calgary, Sundre is easy to visit and yet somewhat off the beaten track. Nestled between the stunning Canadian Rockies and

www.mustdocanada.com/things-to-do-in-sundre-alberta

Best Things to Do in Cypress Hills Alberta

If you're looking for an oasis near the badlands, Cypress Hills Alberta is the place to go. Camping, watersports, biking, and more...

www.mustdocanada.com/cypress-hills-alberta

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Beaver Bites

Travel news in Canada.

  • When you think of the Northwest Territories, you probably think of cold weather. After all, it’s home to Canada’s Arctic. However, like most of Canada, the summer can be very hot and with these extreme weather events, Fort Good Hope in NWT just set a record with a temperature of 37.4°C.

  • Speaking of hot weather, did you know that beavers are heat wave heroes?

  • The Calgary Stampede has been making headlines this summer thanks to its second-highest attendance levels, but another milestone is the 100th anniversary of the chuckwagon races.

  • While most people visit Crawford Lake for hiking and paddling, it’s also home to an archive of the earth’s history and has recently been nominated by scientists as the global example of the beginning of the Anthropocene, the epoch when humans began irrevocably shaping the planet’s fate.

  • Canada always seems to top the list of countries with the highest quality of life, but if you measure GDP per capita, Canada's standard of living is falling behind the rest of the developed world and has been on the decline for about 20 years.

  • With so many good movies out there, it can be hard to decide what to actually watch. Well, as a way to help, here are 25 of the best Canadian movies.

Photo of the Week

Spending a night under the stars in Lac La Biche, Alberta. Photo by Matthew Bailey.