2. STONE PRODUCTIONS WESTERN & WILDLIFE ART GALLERY
Artist John Stone has real life paintings of wildlife and birds in the 'best little art gallery in the West'. Come in and browse the Krafty Korner or relax in the tea room. 30m. west of Bowden on Hwy 587 and 1/2 mile south on Hwy 22. Phone: 403-638-2116
3. WHITE CREEK LEATHER CRAFTS
This unique gift shop specializes in giftware with a western flare. Handmade slippers, mukluks, dreamcatchers, etc. Located 17.5 km west of Bowden on Hwy 587. Phone: 403-224-3895
GOLF COURSES [back to top]
1. BOWDEN HI-WAY GOLF COURSE
This nine hole golf course is ideal for family or friends looking for a relaxing afternoon of golf. Located adjacent to Highway 2 South at Bowden. (403) 224-2121.
2. GLENIFFER LAKE RESORT & COUNTRY CLUB
Located on Gleniffer Lake, this lakeshore resort includes a nine hole golf course and beautiful club house with dining facilities. (403) 728-3010.
LAKES, RIVERS, POOLS & WATERPARKS [back to top]
1. GLENIFFER LAKE / DICKSON DAM
20 km west of Innisfail is Gleniffer Lake, fed by the Red Deer River, and held back by the Dickson Dam. The lake has four boat launches and is well used for recreational boating, fishing, and birdwatching. Provincial and private campgrounds, picnic areas, and year round resorts are nestled along the shores of the lake. www.dicksonleisuregrounds.com
2. INNISFAIL AQUATIC CENTRE AND OUTDOOR WATER SPRAY PARK
Great fun for those hot summer days. Park and picnic tables adjacent to the outdoor spray park. Indoor aquatic centre has daily public swim times with an annual September triathlon. (227-2920) www.townofinnisfail.com
3. NAPOLEON LAKE NATURAL AREA / CENTENNIAL PARK
A day use recreational area that includes the numerous hiking trails around Napoleon Lake and the wildlife viewing platform where bird watchers enjoy a secluded view of the lake.
4. RED DEER RIVER
Experience the beauty of Central Alberta in a leisurely drift down the Red Deer River.
2. EDGAR FARMS
The freshest, sweetest and most tender asparagus from the largest asparagus farm in Alberta is just 10 km west of Innisfail on the Cottonwood Road. Asparagus in May and June, fresh peas in July and August. Also available are home made pickles, james, relish, pie, and other local produce. May to Thanksgiving at their farm store.Phone: 403-227-2443 www.edgarfarms.com
3. PEARSON'S BERRY FARM
Jams, fresh pies, gift baskets, local crafts, syrups, jellies, chocolates, ciders, anti pasta, mincemeat, etc. Located 28 km west of Bowden on Hwy 587. Phone: (403) 224-3011 www.homestylebeverages.com/
4. PEN Y BRYN MARKET GARDEN
Outstanding variety of berries, vegetables, herbs, and shrubs. U-pick or pre-picked.
10 km south of Gleniffer Lake or 17 km west of Bowden on Hwy 587. (403) 588-3607.
5. EAGLE CREEK FLOWERS & BOWDEN SUN MAZE
Visit the Parklands newest country attraction of 3 mazes of sunflowers, corn and sorghum, alongside thousands of u-pick flowers. Phone: 403-224-3995 www.sunmaze.ca
1. DAINES RODEO RANCH
Site of the annual mid-June Innisfail Pro Rodeo, the Mothers Day Bucking Horse Sale, and the Ivan Daines Country Music Picknic. The Ranch is located 4 miles north of Innisfail on the historic Calgary & Edmonton Trail. Phone: 403-227-3166 Innisfail Pro Rodeo
Ivan Daines Country Music Picnic
2. RED LODGE GUEST RANCH
Enjoy western hospitality including homestyle cooking, hay rides, and trail rides. Now hosting sanctioned ranch roping competitions. Open year round, featuring Sunday brunch open to the public 10:00am to 2:00pm. Rustic cabins and RV parking available. Phone: 403-224-3082 www.redlodgeoutfitters.com
WILDLIFE [back to top]
1. DISCOVERY WILDLIFE PARK
An educational wildlife park focusing on unique animal experiences. The park also features daily presentations with bears, tigers, jaguars and other animals. Photo opportunities are available with the animals after presentations. Plan to spend the day - bring your picnic or have lunch in our indoor concession. Phone: 403-227-3211 www.discoverywildlifepark.com
2. MEDICINE RIVER WILDLIFE REHAB CENTRE
Located south-east of Raven, this centre operates as a wildlife hospital and education centre. Visitors are welcome between 10:00 am and 5:00 pm. from May to November.
3. RCMP DOG SERVICE TRAINING CENTRE
Five km south of Innisfail, the RCMP have their only dog training facility in Canada. PDSTC is the home of the Canadian National Police Service Dog monument which was created in memory of all Police Dogs killed in the line of duty for all Police Services in Canada. Training demonstrations are given every Wednesday afternoon from May to September, 1:30pm - 3:30pm. Take the Cottonwood Overpass exit at South Innisfail and follow the signs. Phone: 403-227-3346 www.policedogs.ca
4. NAPOLEON LAKE NATURAL AREA
A day use recreational area that includes the numerous hiking trails around Napoleon Lake and the wildlife viewing platform where bird watchers enjoy a secluded view of the lake.
