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An image of two people feeding a wolfdog at Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary near Calgary, Alberta.
An image of two people feeding a wolfdog at Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary near Calgary, Alberta.
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Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary – A Howling Adventure Near Calgary

Wolfdogs are fascinating creatures and the Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary near Calgary is a nonprofit haven for them. It’s a place to see wolfdogs up close, to learn about wolfdogs and to learn about wolf behavior. This sanctuary was created to educate the public about responsible wolfdog ownership and to raise awareness about the large numbers of these animals that end up in shelters. Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary is less than an hour’s drive northwest of Calgary near the town of Cochrane, Alberta. Several different experiences are offered, but the most exciting part of a visit is getting to see wolfdogs up close and maybe even interact with them. You can also learn about wolves and how to contribute to the conservation …

Kelsey Olsen
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An image of a child receiving the first gift of Christmas on the Polar Express Stettler train.
Santa Claus gives the first gift of Christmas on the Polar Express Stettler.
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Finding Christmas Magic on the Polar Express Stettler Train

Do you believe in Christmas magic? The Polar Express, one of the world’s most beloved children’s Christmas books, is all about magic. Every year, in the weeks leading up to Christmas, Alberta Prairie Railway reenacts the story on the Polar Express Stettler train journey.

Debbie Olsen
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An image of Echo Dale Regional Park paddling Lake and cliffs in summer in Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada.
An image of Echo Dale Regional Park paddling Lake and cliffs in summer in Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada.
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Summer Fun in Canada’s Sunniest City – Medicine Hat

Medicine Hat sits squarely in the sunbelt of Canada and receives an average of 2544 hours of sunshine every year, making it the sunniest city in Canada. In The Hat, you can bask in the sun 330 days a year. The city’s sunshine trolley transit system proudly proclaims the fact on the back of all of its trolley buses. With all that sunshine, it stands to reason that Hatters know how to celebrate summer better than anyone else. Here are some suggestions for the best ways to enjoy summer fun in Medicine Hat. There are affiliate links in this post. If you make a qualifying purchase through one of these links, Wander Woman Travel Magazine may receive a small commission …

Debbie Olsen
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An image of the antique jammer bus owned by SunDog Tours in Jasper National Park, Alberta, Canada.
An image of the antique jammer bus owned by SunDog Tours in Jasper National Park, Alberta, Canada.
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Jasper Jammer Tours – The Newest Adventure in Jasper National Park

There’s a new sightseeing adventure in Jasper National Park. Sundog Tours is offering sightseeing tours in a fully refurbished 1939 Jammer Bus. You can rent the entire bus for a private tour or enjoy a group sightseeing tour. We were the first media to try out the new tour and we had a blast. It’s one of the most unique Jasper tours out there. There are affiliate links in this post. If you make a qualifying purchase through one of these links, Wander Woman Travel Magazine may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thanks for your support! Why is it Called a Jammer Bus? The White Motor Company/Bender Body Company Model 706 buses were used to …

Debbie Olsen
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An image of two women standing on the top of the Grassi Knob Trail hike in Kananaskis, Alberta, Canada.
An image of two women standing on the top of the Grassi Knob Trail hike in Kananaskis, Alberta, Canada.
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Grassi Knob Trail Happy Dance

My legs burned as I ventured up the Grassi Knob trail near Canmore, Alberta. The thought of reaching the top is what motivated me to keep going. I was so happy my friends Jenna and Claire were along with me to experience this adventure. Grassi Knob is not a super well-known hike, but the views are fantastic and well worth the effort it takes to reach the top. To get to the top involves trail finding as well as a difficult climb, but it is well worth it to enjoy the breathtaking views of Canmore and the Three Sisters mountain range. There are affiliate links in this post. If you make a qualifying purchase through one of these links, Wander …

Kelsey Olsen
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An image of a couple and a dog at Halfway River Hot Springs in British Columbia, Canada.
An image of a couple and a dog at Halfway River Hot Springs in British Columbia, Canada.
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Halfway Hot Springs – A Natural Oasis

The phrase “hidden gem” gets used too often, but there are times when it really fits. Halfway Hot Springs in the Kootenay region of British Columbia is a secluded, undeveloped off-the-beaten-path set of natural hot springs that really are a hidden gem. These hot springs are different from other hot springs, because they are rustic, rugged and all natural. They are very popular in summer. We visited them in early spring when there was still snow on the ground. Getting to these hot springs was challenging, but it was well worth the effort to soak in the serenity and beauty of Halfway Hot Springs. There are affiliate links in this post. If you make a qualifying purchase through one of …

Kelsey Olsen
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An image of Abraham Lake, one of the prettiest spots in the Canadian Rockies in Alberta, Canada.
Abraham Lake is one of the prettiest spots in the Canadian Rockies in Alberta, Canada.
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Camping and Hiking at Abraham Lake

Word is starting to get out – Abraham Lake camping and hiking adventures are some of the best in the Rocky Mountains. You can camp near this beautiful lake for free and enjoy lovely mountain scenery and wonderful hiking trails without paying the fees associated with entering a national park. Bighorn Backcountry, also known as David Thompson Country, is one of the prettiest places in Canada. There are affiliate links in this post. If you make a qualifying purchase through one of these links, Wander Woman Travel Magazine may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thanks for your support! About Abraham Lake and David Thompson Country With a surface area of nearly 54 square kilometres, Abraham Lake …

Debbie Olsen
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An image of a bus driving along a section of the Icefields Parkway in Jasper National Park, Alberta, Canada - Alberta road trips
An image of a bus driving along a section of the Icefields Parkway in Jasper National Park, Alberta, Canada – Alberta road trips
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From Banff to Jasper – A Complete Guide to Canada’s Most Spectacular Drive

The Banff to Jasper drive along the Icefields Parkway (Hwy 93) is one of the most scenic journeys on the planet and is the ultimate Canadian Rockies road trip. You’ll drive past impossibly blue lakes, cascading waterfalls, towering mountain peaks and over a hundred glaciers. There’s a good chance you’ll spot wildlife on the drive from Banff to Jasper or the Jasper to Banff drive- it’s equally good in either direction. There aren’t many places in the world where you can see so much in just 288 kilometres (179 miles). If you rushed it, you could do this drive in three-and-a-half hours, but why would you? There is so much to see and do along the way that you should …

Debbie Olsen
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An image of someone sitting in a red chair and taking in the view of the Athabasca Glacier on the Wilcox Pass lookout hike in Jasper National Park, Alberta, Canada.
You can see one of the prettiest views in the Canadian Rockies from the red chairs at the Wilcox Pass lookout. Photo by Greg Olsen.
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Wilcox Pass – The Hike with Absolutely Amazing Athabasca Glacier Views

The Athabasca Glacier is one of the most incredible sites along the Icefields Parkway. Whenever we make the journey from Banff to Jasper, we stop there. You can’t drive past it without stopping. It’s a rule in our family. No matter how many times I have seen it, this enormous glacier never ceases to amaze me. Last September, my husband and I decided it was time to get a bird’s eye view of the glacier and the surrounding mountains on the Wilcox Pass hike. This phenomenal day hike has the best views of the Athabasca Glacier we’ve ever seen. When we sat in the red chairs, we didn’t want to move. The view before us was just that beautiful. There …

Debbie Olsen
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An image of a young woman watching rock climbers scaling a cliff above the Grassi Lakes in Canmore, Alberta - Grassi Lakes hike.
The Grassi Lakes hike is a fun family hike near Canmore, Alberta that leads to beautiful lakes, Photo by Greg Olsen
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10 Best Easy Hikes in Kananaskis

Some of the best easy hikes in Kananaskis lead to waterfalls, mountaintops and glistening lakes. Kananaskis is a year-round outdoor paradise that runs along the edge of Banff National Park and includes some of the prettiest scenery in the Canadian Rockies. It is a vast recreation area with many incredible hiking trails, so it was difficult to pick a top ten list. There’s a hike for every level of hiker in Kananaskis County and everyone has his or her own idea of what classifies as an “easy hike.” We’ve included some amazing family-friendly hikes on this list – everything from a stroller-friendly lake loop to a short and steep summit hike. If you have suggestions or comments about any of …

Debbie Olsen
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