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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 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 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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An image of a frozen waterfall inside Maligne Canyon in Jasper National Park in Alberta, Canada.
An image of a frozen waterfall inside Maligne Canyon in Jasper National Park in Alberta, Canada.
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Jasper Icewalk – Discover Maligne Canyon in Winter

Hiking the deepest canyon in Jasper National Park is an incredible experience in any season, but it’s particularly special in winter. When the canyon freezes, you get the opportunity to see frozen waterfalls and other incredible ice formations. It’s nature’s artistry at its finest. It’s wonderful to walk along the snow-covered trails near the canyon’s edge, but a Jasper icewalk lets you walk on the frozen Maligne River and see the ice formations close up. 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! Jasper Icewalk – Guided or On Your Own I …

Debbie Olsen
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An image of the Edmonton downtown skyline.
An image of the Edmonton downtown skyline.
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The Best Edmonton Museums for Families

Alberta’s capital city is a fantastic place to experience the arts, culture and history of the prairies. Edmonton museums and art galleries provide memorable learning experiences that inspire imagination, introduce new ideas and allow a family to learn and grow together. On top of all that, modern museums are a lot of fun. After a weekend family escape in Edmonton, we asked our 3-year-old granddaughter what she liked best about the trip. We thought she might talk about the water park she visited, but she said she liked the museum visit best. We were surprised and pleased. Appreciating a museum is a first step to becoming a lifelong learner. Here are our picks for the best Edmonton museums. There are …

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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16 Amazing Alberta Road Trips to Experience Now

Alberta was made for road trips. It’s a destination filled with spectacular landscapes, interesting historical sites and fun-filled attractions. Most people think of the Canadian Rockies when they picture Alberta’s landscapes, but there’s beauty to be found driving through the foothills, the prairies, forests, lakes, parkland, mountains and the badlands. Wonderful attractions and cultural experiences are waiting to be discovered in the province’s towns and cities. Check out these Alberta road trips and get ready to have fun on the open road exploring Canada. But be warned before you go – you’re going to want to get out of the car to take in the views – often. There are affiliate links in this post. If you make a qualifying …

Debbie Olsen
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