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The ever-present wind in Alberta blows through the mountains in the west, past Banff’s Lake Moraine, tousling the wheat on the open prairie, crossing the industrial pits of the oil sands before swirling over the ancient dinosaur bones in the arid grasslands of the southeast. The varied landscapes give outdoors enthusiasts plenty of options to explore, while the urban areas offer a surprising number of world-class festivals. From screaming yourself hoarse the Calgary Stampede rodeo to snowshoeing to Banff’s Lake Agnes Teahouse, the articles below offer some good starting points to begin exploring this vast province.

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Work your way into the alpine while avoiding ridge crest features.

Culture and Art Festivals →

What you need, and what you can expect at the Stampede.

Photo Essay →

Part rodeo, part county fair, the Calgary Stampede is a ten-day festival in the southern...

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Sprinkled with nuts and topped with berries -- Robin heads to Buzzards to sample the...

 

Rodeo clowns risk all to ensure both rider and bull remain unharmed.