Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park The idea didn’t make a lot of sense to young Nicholas. “It’s winter,” he said. “You can’t go biking in winter, dad!” I told him that in this day and age, when people can send robots to Mars and cross oceans in rowboats, we can totally go biking in winter. Especially…
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Parade of Lights It is the most wonderful, prettiest time of the year in Historic Downtown Cochrane. The buildings and light standards are bathed in holiday seasonal lights; violet blue, mint green, fire engine red, bright white, and golden yellow hues envelope the main downtown street. We soak up this picturesque, Norman Rockwell ambiance while the…
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Horse Creek Heritage Candy & Gifts Who would think a candy store can connect generations and support communities, but this is exactly what the Horse Creek Heritage Candy & Gifts shop does. A nostalgic and flashy wave of jaw breakers, saltwater taffy, bubble gums, and so much more greeted me as I stepped into the…
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My Greek Plate Tucked away on a cozy side street is a favourite local restaurant. Out front is a large patio, with billowing white fabric sails offering shade for sunny days. Guests surround small tables, sipping crisp white wine, and nibbling on a cornucopia of mezes (Greek appetizers). Choose from familiar dishes like tzatziki and…
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Bragg Creek Trails About two hours into our hike – our quest: to summit Moose Mountain – we broke through the pines and found our lunch spot on the bare, wind-scoured ridge. Thanks to a Thermos of hot coffee, delicious homemade Asian wraps, and endless prairie-and-mountain views, we lingered on our little perch. For…
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Cochrane Light Up If you love Christmas, you will definitely want to attend Cochrane’s Light Up—an annual street party that kick-starts the holiday season in Cochrane’s Historic Downtown. On arrival, the first thing I noticed was the bewildering hot dog buns that occupied the table tops of every sponsoring station. I soon realized that this…
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Cochrane Lanes If you are searching for something exciting to do in Cochrane, Alberta, that is full of fun and entertainment for everyone, then look no further than the locally owned Cochrane Lanes located in the heart of Cochrane on Railway St. West. More than just a bowling alley Cochrane Lanes is more that a…
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Earth Rocks!! Spirit of Oneness Despite having limited appreciation for rocks and their healing powers, when I visited Earth Rocks I remember feeling unusually clear-headed just moments upon my arrival. At first, I dismissed the sensation as simply having a good day; but when I met store owner, Tara Sue Moore, I became more convinced…
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The Venue Bar & Grill If you haven’t been to Cochrane’s newest “Hot Spot”, The Venue Bar & Grill you have been missing out!! The definition of a venue is” the place where an activity or event happens”. This defines “The Venue” to a “T”! Hub for Social Networking The Venue is a collaboration of great “Red…
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Cochrane Pumpkin Lantern Festival I became a kid again when I arrived at the Pumpkin Lantern Festival. The wiry trees across the landscape of Cochrane Historic Ranche were the perfect creepy backdrop for goblin pumpkins scattered throughout. Daylight was quickly dissipating, so I took advantage of what remained to peruse and marvel at all the…
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