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Museums:
Canadian Museum of Rail Travel, Cranbrook
B.C.
The passenger train helped establish Canada's west and nowhere
is that fact better reflected than in this wonderful museum.
A complete luxury train from 1929 - the 'Golden Age' of
Rail Travel is on display. The 'Trans Canada Limited' cost
a fortune to build and was the ultimate in luxury. See the
high standards of service that were offered and sample afternoon
tea in a plush business car. There is also an original railway
station on display.
Events
Calgary
Stampede
In 1912, Guy Weadick, a trick roper and promoter, had a
vision to leave a lasting tribute to the cowboy and the
cowboy way of life. Today Calgary comes alive with free
pancake breakfasts all over the city, an unending list of
events and attractions at Stampede park and hospitality
that will leave you feeling like you have been part of the
Calgary Stampede for years. www.calgarystampede.com
Scenic
and Historic Sites
Banff
& Lake Louise
Combining wild alpine beauty with first-class amenities,
Banff and Lake Louise offer vacation possibilities as diverse
as the Canadian Rocky Mountain landscapes themselves. Few
places in the world have such stunning scenery. And fewer
still offer the warm hospitality and excellent service you
can enjoy in Canada's first national park.
www.banfflakelouise.com
Fort Steele Heritage
Park, Ft. Steel B.C.
The origins of Fort Steele can be traced back to the small
settlement of Galbraith's Ferry born during the 1864 Kootenay
Gold Rush. Today, over 60 restored and reconstructed homes
and buildings are waiting to take visitors back to yesteryear.
Living history street dramas, live professional musical
comedies at the theatre, steam train rides, horse-drawn
wagon rides are just part of the excitement of spending
time at Fort Steele. Guided and self-guided tours of the
townsite are available. Other on-site attractions include
the Kershaw General Store, Mrs. Sprague's Confectionery,
the City Bakery with its wood-fired brick oven, the International
Hotel Restaurant and North West Mounted Police post.
Ktunaxa Interpretive Centre,
St. Eugene Mission.
Discover First Nations cultural tourism in the Rockies.
The Ktunaxa Interpretive Centre, located in the St. Eugene's
Mission, offers a rustic teepee village, arts & crafts
and museum-quality exhibits.
Parks
& Gardens
Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park
In
1932, Glacier and Waterton Lakes National Park, in Canada,
were designated Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park.
The park preserves over 1,000,000 acres
of forests, alpine meadows and lakes. Its diverse habitats
are home to more than 70 species of mammals and over 260
species of birds. The spectacular glaciated landscape is
a hikers paradise containing 700 miles of maintained trails
that lead deep into one of the largest intact ecosystems
in the lower 48 states.
In 1932, Glacier and Waterton Lakes National Park, in Canada,
were designated Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park.
www.watertonpark.com
Elizabeth
Lake Sanctuary, Cranbrook B.C.
Elizabeth Lake Sanctuary attracts many
different species of ducks, song birds and Canada Geese.
This area provides a safe place for the birds, as well as
animals such as moose, deer, and painted turtles.
Kootenay Trout Hatchery
6 million baby trout are produced each
year at the Kootenay Trout Hatchery. The Cutthroat, Rainbow,
and Brook species of trout are all raised here, and this
hatchery is the second largest in British Columbia.
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