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Heading east from Edmonton, Fort Saskatchewan is a city with all the amenities you need to stock up for your trip into Kalyna Country. Driving from Manning Freeway or Hwy 16 to Hwy 21 into Fort Saskatchewan you are on the doorstep of a fascinating region just waiting to be explored. A short drive east from Fort Saskatchewan, Josephburg hosts a number of great events at the Moyer Recreation Centre. Heading south on any number of paved Strathcona County roads you may find a berry farm, a golf course and of course some beautiful acreages amongst interesting scenery. Just south of Hwy. 16 on Sec. Hwy 824, Ardrossan is definitely the service centre for many in rural Strathcona County. From here travel further south and you can choose to go west to the Strathcona Wilderness Centre or carry on and maybe visit Halfmoon or Cooking Lake Recreation Areas. When you need to recharge, you can head back on Sec. Hwy 630 (Wye Rd) or Hwy 14 to Sherwood Park the bustling urban centre in Strathcona County. Kalyna Country Map Distance ChartStrathcona County – A Country RetreatSituated just east of Edmonton, Strathcona
County is a beautiful area with recreational activities that are sure
to make your visit memorable. The
County encompasses some of Kalyna Country’s larger attractions, such
as Elk Island National Park, the Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village,
the Cooking - Lake/Blackfoot Recreational Area, and the Strathcona
Wilderness Centre. The
Strathcona Wilderness Centre would be an ideal place to visit with its
12 kilometers of trails, picnic sites, and weekend canoe rentals.
The Canadian Birkebeiner Ski Festival, held on the second
Saturday of February every year, takes place at the Cooking –
Lake/Blackfoot Recreation Area. Strathcona
County combines the best of city and country living. Strathcona County Sherwood Park – A Great Place to LiveThis picturesque community is located directly east of
Edmonton. Here, booming
industries blend with beautiful parks and small lakes.
Take advantage of the numerous shopping opportunities and the
many recreational activities offered.
The newest of which is Millennium Place, Strathcona County’s
new multi-purpose recreation facility.
Millennium Place provides a variety of activities for people of
all ages and many interests. The
new facility is now in full operation, you can drop in any time for
swimming, fitness, walking, activities for children, gym activities,
leisure skating and more! If
you are looking for summer or winter activities to do outside then
Broadmoor Lake Park is your answer.
Whether you have come to work, play, or relax, Sherwood Park is
the perfect destination. Sherwood Park & District Chamber of Commerce Fort Saskatchewan – It’s All HereFort Saskatchewan is an energetic and growing city located
northeast of Edmonton on the banks of the North Saskatchewan River.
With beautiful scenery, year round activities, and a variety of
local businesses, Fort Saskatchewan is a great place to live and
visit. One of the most
unique attractions found here are the herds of grazing sheep that are
moved through the town by a shepherd.
These sheep also maintains the parkland. Over 25 km of trails circle the city and are open to cycling,
in-line skating, cross-country skiing and walking. Enjoy a round of golf, a game of bowling or camping at Turner
Park – a fully serviced campsite in the River Valley. Numerous events are attended throughout the year including
the Home & Garden Tradeshow and the Legacy Park Family Festival.
The Fort Saskatchewan Farmer’s Market is open Thursday
afternoon from mid-July to mid-September.
Whatever your interests, Fort Saskatchewan is the place to be. City of Fort Saskatchewan Josephburg – Famous for its Fried Chicken SupperThis small and quiet community, located just east of Fort Saskatchewan, has retained a lively community spirit reflected in the many cultural activities held at the Moyer Recreation Centre. The Josephburg Agricultural Society hosts many successful events during the year, which include the popular Fried Chicken Supper. Other annual events include various dinner & concert performances and their New Year’s Eve Gala. Phone: 998-9450
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