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1 Proudly Bringing You Canada at its Best Land and culture are woven into the tapestry of Canada’s history and the Canadian spirit. The richness of our great country is celebrated in a network of protected places that allow us to understand the land, people and events that shaped Canada.

Some things just can’t be replaced and, therefore, your support is vital in protecting the ecological and commemorative integrity of these natural areas and symbols of our past, so they will persist, intact and vibrant, into the future.

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Our Mission ’s mission is to ensure that Canada’s national parks, national historic sites and related heritage areas are protected and presented for this and future generations. These nationally significant examples of Canada’s natural and cultural heritage reflect Canadian values, identity, and pride.

2 CONTENTS

Welcome ...... 4 Batoche National Historic Site ...... 8 National Historic Site ...... 10 Fort National Historic Site ...... 12 National Historic Site ...... 14 Map of Saskatchewan ...... 17 Prince Albert National Park ...... 18 National Park ...... 22 Other National Historic Sites ...... 26 The Family of National Historic Sites ...... 28 How to Contact Us ...... 30 Seasons, Hours, Camping and Fees ...... Insert SAFEGUARDING CANADA’S FAMILY OF HERITAGE TREASURES

The idea of a Canada-wide Parks Canada is proud of its system of protected areas leadership role in preserving took root in the Rockies and presenting Canada’s more than a century ago. natural and cultural Today, national parks protect resources. National parks significant landscapes that and national historic sites represent Canada’s vastness offer world-class heritage and diversity. National experiences. historic sites commemorate Canada’s evolution as a You can do your part—by country, past and present. respecting the land and Together, they are a family celebrating our traditions. It’s of special places which up to all of us to make sure symbolize the important our parks, our waterways, link between stewardship of and our past will always the land and respect for our have a future. human heritage.

2 3 WELCOME More than just wide open species, Prince Albert spaces, Saskatchewan has National Park and Grasslands treasures of all kinds. Your National Park offer visitors imagination will be your the opportunity to explore guide as you experience the diverse natural resources Saskatchewan’s national of the province. Whether parks and historic sites. hiking through a boreal forest A haven for a number of or investigating the vast endangered flora and fauna southern plains, the national Parks Parks Canada / B Muir

4 west as it once was. Witness turn of the century farming demonstrations with horses and period equipment. Tour a North West Mounted Police fort or the remains of a Métis Parks Parks Canada Page / R. J. village along the South . Costumed parks of Saskatchewan offer interpreters will recount the you a chance to discover and wild ways of the west when appreciate over a million rotgut whisky fuelled “Whoop- acres of protected wilderness Up Country”. Whether you are splendor. Rich in ecological wanting education or enter- and cultural treasures, Prince tainment, Saskatchewan’s Albert and Grasslands provide national parks and national wonderful opportunities for historic sites offer diverse leisure, recreation and activities and opportunities. revisiting history. Whether wanting a more rustic The national parks and experience or all the amenities historic sites offer interpretive of home, visiting the national programming all summer parks allows you to relax and long. Whether you prefer retreat from the everyday. guided tours or independent exploration you are in for a A land bountiful in resources, treat. Special events offer uni- Saskatchewan also offers a que opportunities to partici- rich history. Before the first pate in authentic activities that plough ever broke the will enrich your experience. sod, the frontier was bustling To ensure that you enjoy your with activity. Aboriginal people, visit to the fullest, when buffalo hunters, whisky traders, mounted police and settlers are only a few of those who impacted the development of the west. Whether exploring the battle- field, the barracks or the barn- yard, you can experience the Parks Canada / W. Lynch Parks Canada W. /

IMAGES. Left: FORT WALSH; Top: PRINCE ALBERT NATIONAL PARK; Right:

5 planning your vacation be sure The money collected is used to contact the park or site to preserve parks and sites, directly for further information. and to maintain the quality of visitor services and facilities. Park and Site Fees Every time you visit a park or Park use fees are collected at site you invest in its future— all national parks and national and in a legacy for future historic sites in Saskatchewan generations. except Grasslands. Reduced rates are available for children, Group Tours seniors and families. Fees are Most parks and sites offer also charged for camping, special services for educational, equipment rentals, fishing commercial, and other large licences and other such groups. Please contact the services. Fees may also be parks and sites directly for charged for special programs details on specific services and events. If you visit a park and reservation requirements. or site often, To add your name to our inquire about the mailing list to receive travel availability of an trade information please call annual or national (306) 975-5814. pass. For additional information on fees and passes please see insert. Parks Canada / W. Lynch Parks Canada W. / Parks Parks Canada / Syroteuk M.

6 For Your Convenience

Services vary in the various parks and sites. Watch for these symbols throughout the

Parks Canada / T. Verishine Parks Canada T. / Vacation Planner when planning your visit to our parks and sites. Weather and Road Conditions Public Washrooms Access to some of the parks and sites and their resources Parking is dependent upon good road conditions. Inclement weather Public Telephone will often limit access, making roads impassable when wet. Gift shop To avoid disappointment, be sure to contact the park or site Restaurant/Coffee Shop to discuss road conditions. Picnic Facilities

Accessibility (Please inquire as services

Friends of the Parks vary at individual sites.) and Sites Friends groups are non-profit Park and site regulations are designed to organizations that partner with protect these special places and ensure that Parks Canada to help achieve you have a safe and memorable visit. common goals. Friends contri- • Please do not disturb or collect any natural bute time and resources to the objects or historical artifacts. educational and interpretive • Never feed, touch, or hurt any wildlife. activities that occur at the parks and sites. They are • Keep pets on a leash at all times. indispensable partners in the • Pets are not allowed in the historic buildings. preservation of heritage. • Smoking is not permitted in buildings or on historic grounds. • Please do not consume food or beverages in historic buildings. • Stay on established trails to help preserve vegetation. • Each park and site has specific regulations. Please consult on-site publication for other IMAGES. Left: GRASSLANDS NATIONAL PARK; important safety messages. Background: PRINCE ALBERT NATIONAL PARK; Top: MOTHERWELL HOMESTEAD NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE

7 BATOCHE NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE

Rapid change accompanied the opening of the west for settlement in the late 1800s. As a result, by 1885, tensions were high in the Métis community of Batoche. Frustrated by lack of govern- ment support in addressing issues of encroaching set- tlement, land surveys and decimated buffalo herds, Parks Canada / Muir B. the Métis were determined to defend their land. Led by visible in the rectory, serve Gabriel Dumont and Louis as a testament to the struggle Riel, they clashed with the for land and recognition. North West Field Force. The confrontation culminated Architectural, archaeological in the . and cultural resources are Out-numbered and short of yours to explore as you tour ammunition, the Métis sur- the remains of the village, rendered after four days of the battlefield, the rifle pits fighting. Bullet holes, still and the cemetery where Gabriel Dumont is buried. Parks Parks Canada / Archives Alberta Provincial of

8 Making the Most BATOCHE NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE of Your Visit

• Plan to spend at least 3.5 hours at the site. •Start at the Visitor Reception Centre and experience the multi-media presentation Parks Parks Canada / Muir B. that includes a battle re-enactment. View Getting There the exhibits about the armed conflict of The site is located 88 km 1885 and the Métis Community. Learn northeast of . about the River Lots, the and the national importance of Batoche. Travel north on Highway 11 to Rosthern. Turn east onto • Enjoy your visit through the restored Highway 312 and follow church, rectory and battle grounds. Guides the signs to the junction of in period costume are posted throughout the site. Stop at the cemetery, trenches, Highway 225. Travel 10 kms remains of the village, the battlefield, and north on Highway 225. the military encampment. Kids Corner • Pick up a “South Saskatchewan Meander” brochure at the Visitor Reception Centre • Dress up as a Métis and walk the trails along the scenic • Help with chores including riverbank. gardening, laundry and loading a • Visit the restaurant in the Visitor • Participate in an Reception Centre for traditional Métis cuisine, including bannock and tourtiere. “archaeological dig” • Enjoy the Outdoor Activity • Explore the zareba, the remains of the Area fortified camp of the North West Field Force, and the rifle pits of the Métis to get For Your Convenience a sense of the atmosphere in which both sides fought. • The area is rich in history. Batoche is one of a number of historic 1885 sites. The National Historic Site, Provincial Historic Site and Duck Lake Interpretive Centre are all within a half hour of Batoche National Historic Site. A wide range of services are available nearby at Bellevue, Rosthern, and Wakaw, including camping, which is not available at Batoche National Historic Site.

9 FORT WALSH NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE

Misunderstanding about a missing horse resulted in a

massacre of Nakoda people Parks Canada / McArthur D. near the trading post of Abel Farwell on June 1st, 1873. 1878. As the great buffalo This massacre hastened the herds disappeared, Canadian organization and dispatch signed treaties to western Canada of and made the transition to the North West Mounted life on reserves. The NWMP Police (NWMP). The force abandoned the fort in 1883. established Fort Walsh in In 1942 the Royal Canadian 1875 to enforce the Queen’s Mounted Police (RCMP) re- law and express Canada’s acquired the property for sovereignty. Following the their Remount Ranch. Until arrival of Lakota and Nez 1968 the RCMP’s Fort Walsh Perce refugees after military ranch raised the force’s engagements in the United signature black horses for the States, Fort Walsh became world famous Musical Ride.

Parks Parks Canada / McArthur D. NWMP headquarters in

10 Getting There Making the Most The site is located 55 kms of Your Visit southwest of Maple Creek on highway #271, and is • Plan to spend at least 2 to 3 hours, starting adjacent to the West Block of with the Visitor Reception Centre for orientation, exhibits and a theatre. Interprovincial Park Saskatchewan. • Take a 2.5 km bus tour along Battle Creek Valley to the site of the Cypress Hills Kids Corner Massacre and Farwell’s Trading Post. As • Be a NWMP recruit for a you explore the period furnished trading post, your guide will recount the lawless day. The “Fort Walsh Kids days of the whisky trade and the dramatic Club” operates frequently events leading up to the massacre. throughout the months of July & August. Activities • Your guide in period costume will later help you re-trace the footsteps of the red coated include setting up camp, NWMP as you tour Fort Walsh itself. making a NWMP pill box hat, marching, beading, • Self guide through the adjacent townsite of scavenger hunts and other Fort Walsh and nearby cemeteries. games and activities. • The 1600 acre site is located in the • For the dates & times beautiful Battle Creek Valley, the ideal site of the “Fort Walsh Kids for the hiking enthusiast. Club,” please call the site • Enjoy a meal at our on-site concession and at 1-306-662-3590. gift shop, or plan a picnic at one of the several picnic locations around the site.

For Your Convenience Fort Walsh National Historic Site of Canada and Maple Creek (Jasper Centre & Oldtimers’ Museum) are natural stops on the way to (SK), Medicine Hat (AB), (T.rex Discovery Centre, SK) and along the international Old Forts Trail (Forts Assinniboine and Benton, ). Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park (SK & AB) is just a

short drive away and has all levels of camping and outdoor recreation opportunities. Parks Parks Canada / Pettyjohn R.

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HISTORIC SITE Verishine Parks Canada T. /

When Battleford was declared and sheltered 500 people territorial capital in 1876, a who feared for their safety. police force was required. After the conflict, the fort Agents of government policy, remained the focal point of the North West Mounted police activities in the area Police were instrumental in and was closed in 1924. ensuring peaceful settlement, fostering diplomacy, and Today you can experience securing treaty negotiations the life of a NWMP officer as in the area. By 1885, Fort you tour the fort, including Battleford boasted the largest the furnished Commanding police force in the west. Officer’s residence, the During the armed conflict of officers quarters, and three 1885, Fort Battleford was the other original buildings. base for military operations, Parks Parks Canada / Muir B.

12 Getting There Making the Most FORT BATTLEFORD The site is located in Battleford, of Your Visit 153 km northwest of NATIONAL Saskatoon on the Yellowhead • Plan to spend 2 to 3 hours at the site. Highway #16. • Learn about the government objectives and HISTORIC SITE the First Nations and Métis grievances that Kids Corner resulted in the armed conflict of 1885, an • Dress up in Mountie event fundamental to the development of costumes and participate the west. in drills. • Tour the site with a costumed guide and • Participate in an witness historic demonstrations throughout archaeological dig and the day. identify your finds as you • Stroll around the 22.8 hectares and tour the fort! envision the fort at its height. You can wander along the same trails patrolled by For Your Convenience the NWMP. Fort Battleford is one of many tourist attractions in the . The site is only

minutes away from other local attractions including the Western Development Museum, Fred Light Museum, Allan Sapp Gallery, Government Ridge, and Interpretive Centre. Scooters are available free of Fort Battleford is adjacent to Kramer charge. Drinks and snacks Campground, and close to the David Laird are available in the Visitor Campground and Battlefords Provincial Park. Reception Centre. Parks Canada / T. Verishine Parks Canada T. /

13 MOTHERWELL HOMESTEAD NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE

Motherwell Homestead stands as an island amid a sea of wheat, barley, flax Verishine Parks Canada T. / and canola. The beautiful stone house speaks silently W.R. Motherwell played of its proud heritage, an important role in the while the enormous barn development of the West and gives testimony to the self- agriculture. He served as the sufficiency of the early first Minister of Agriculture homesteaders. upon the inception of the province of Saskatchewan Visitors can tour the house in 1905 and later as federal and barn, which have been Minister of Agriculture. W.R. restored to the pre-World Motherwell retired in 1939, War I period. Through the at the age of 79. He was living history program, they dubbed the ‘Grand Old Man can observe some of the of Canadian Agriculture’and everyday activities of the declared an eminent time including farm practices Canadian in 1966. with horses and period equipment. Parks Parks Canada / McArthur D.

14 Getting There Making the Most MOTHERWELL HOMESTEAD of Your Visit The site is located approxi- NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE mately 1 hour northeast • Plan to spend at least 2 hours at the site, of Regina, or one hour except during special events when more time is recommended. southwest of ; 9 kms south of the junction of Hwy • Experience life on the farm when horse 10 & 22. power was still of the animal variety. Lighten the load of the hired help and pitch Kids Corner in with chores. Grind feed for the chickens and pigs, pick vegetables in the garden or • Enjoy old-fashioned help with laundry. games and activities. • Participate in crafts and • Visit with the hired help working in the races on special event days. fieldstone house. • Watch the horses working • Coordinate your visit with special event in the field. days and find fun for the whole family. • Play with toys in the August is busy with days to demonstrate kid’s area of the Visitor some farm practices of the past; ‘binding and stooking’ and ‘threshing’. Contact Reception Centre. Motherwell Homestead for this year’s special event days. For Your Convenience • Relax and enjoy a piece of pie in the Visitor Reception Centre where you’ll find a concession and gift shop operated by the Friends of Motherwell Homestead. Motherwell Homestead National Historic Site is within an hour of Yorkton and Regina and a half hour from Fort Qu’Appelle. These centres offer a full range of services and activities. Limited services can be found in Abernethy and Balcarres. Plenty of camping opportunites are also available at Katepwa Beach, Echo Valley and Crooked Lake Provincial Parks. Parks Canada / T. Verishine Parks Canada T. / 15 SeagerWheeler Farm Historical Society

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1 Prince Albert National Park

5 2 Batoche National Historic Site

3 Seager Wheeler Farm National Historic Site

4 Fort Battleford National Historic Site

Parks Canada / R. Pettyjohn R. / Canada Parks 5 Fort Walsh National Historic Site

6 Grasslands National Park 6 7 National Historic Site

8 Motherwell Homestead National

Historic Site Parks Canada / C. Schmidt C. / Canada Parks

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16 Claybank Brick Plant Historical Society Parks Canada / K. Strange

Parks Canada / M. Syroteuk

Parks Canada / D. McArthur D. / Canada Parks 17 PRINCE ALBERT NATIONAL PARK

Representative of the of the largest white pelican transition from aspen breeding colonies in Canada parkland to the southern and the only one afforded edge of the great boreal full protection by a national forest, the park is a mosaic park. One third of Canada’s of large lakes, black spruce- remaining original fescue tamarack bogs and white grasslands, part of a once vast spruce-aspen uplands. The prairie ecosystem, is found meeting of ecoregions is in pockets in the southwest profoundly reflected in the corner of the park, where diverse wildlife and human roam freely. stories from the area. Rich in cultural history, archaeological Getting There evidence suggests that The park is located in central during the harsh winters, Saskatchewan, where prairie peoples of plains culture and parkland gradually give migrated northward to this way to the lake country of area’s more sheltered forests the north. Just a short drive, 80 and intermingled with the km north of Prince Albert, the resident forest culture. park is accessible by Highways #2/264 and #263(scenic route). Prince Albert National Park protects several unique features of national significance.

Parks Parks Canada / Muir B. Lavallée Lake is home to one

18 PRINCE ALBERT NATIONAL PARK Activities Hiking & Walking. Whether your idea of hiking is an afternoon stroll or an overnight excursion on a backcountry trail, hiking Parks Parks Canada Page / R. J. is one of the most popular ways to get to know the park. You have over 150 kms of Making the Most trails to explore! Join a park interpreter on a of Your Visit guided hike or try one of the four designated • The park’s mood and self-guiding trails. scenery vary with each Camping. Choices abound from a fully season but its tranquil serviced trailer park, electrical to non- beauty remains unchanged. electrical sites to rustic unserviced sites. The operating season Venture into the remote reaches of the park for many services and to one of the many backcountry campsites. recreation facilities is Registration is required. seasonal, with peak Canoeing & Kayaking. A myriad of lakes operation from mid- and rivers cover the park making the lure of May to September. There the water almost impossible to resist. Park are a variety of day use staff can recommend relaxing day paddles opportunities and to better and overnight trips. Rentals are available. experience the park, a Scenic Touring. Enjoy the variety of scen- stay of two to three days ery while touring on one of the three scenic is recommended. Enjoy park roads. Watch for wildlife along the way, interactive displays, activities stop to climb one of the towers for a pan- and films in the Park Nature oramic view, or take a break at a day use or Centre, May to September. beach area. • Unravel the mystery Birdwatching. Host to more than 230 spe- of Archie Belaney, a.k.a. cies, the park is a paradise for bird watchers. Grey Owl, internationally Bring your bird field guide and binoculars. renowned author and Wildlife Watching. Moose, elk, wolves, orator who lived his last 7 red fox, beaver, black bear…the park’s pro- years in the park until his tective boundaries harbour a great variety death in 1938. His cabin of animals. A drive down a park road or still stands on the shores of a stroll along a trail at dawn or dusk may Ajawaan Lake where he, prove rewarding. his wife Anahareo and their Cycling. In addition to the trails through and daughter Shirley Dawn are encircling the townsite of Waskesiu Lake, buried. designated trails in the southern areas of the park provide a unique opportunity to experience seldom visited areas of the aspen parkland.

19 Special Events • May – ‘Spring Fever’ Nature Centre Opening • June – National Aboriginal Day • July – Canada Day, Waskesiu Children’s Festival, Parks Day Lynch Parks Canada W. / • August – Heritage Day • September – Arbor Day Winter Activities. Bring your skis; the For Your Convenience classic and freestyle groomed trails are fantastic. Try snowshoeing, ice fishing or • Facilities and services within winter camping. Enjoy the tranquillity of the the park and the townsite boreal forest. of Waskesiu Lake are well Boat & Fishing. Powerboats are permit- established, providing visitors ted on the larger lakes in the park with the of all ages and abilities a smaller lakes used for canoes/kayaks and wide range of experiences sailboats. Motor restrictions apply in some and opportunities. These areas. Cast your line into cool northern services include a post waters for lake trout, northern pike and wall- office, gas station and RCMP eye. A national park fishing permit and regu- detachment. The Warden lations can be obtained at various locations. Office and the Nature and Marina facilities, services and watercraft Visitor Centres are also rentals are available. located in Waskesiu. Interpretive Programs. To help visitors appreciate and understand this transi- • Make your visit more tional ecosystem, a variety of interpretive enjoyable, borrow an amigo, activities are offered by park interpreters. stroller or wheelchair. Whatever your age or interest, you will find the interpretive events unique, educational and rewarding. Look for the summer ‘Park Activity Schedule’ for dates, times and loca- Parks Parks Canada / Muir B. tions of interpretive programs.

20 Parks Canada / Syroteuk M. Lavallée Wabeno Lake Lake 916 Wassegam Tibiska Pelican Nesting Area Lake Lake Restricted Area

Grey Owl’s/ Ajawaan  Lake

Bladebone Canoe Route Kingsmere Lake Bagwa Canoe Crean Route Lake

Kingsmere  Road La Ronge  Hanging Heart Lakes

Waskesiu Lake Waskesiu East Gate 2 Narrows  Road Shady Lake 264 Namekus Lake

Trappers  Lake Waskesiu

Prince 263 Albert West  Side  Anglin Camp Lake Lake Fish Lake Hunters Lake Sandy (Halkett)  Fescue Grasslands Lake Special Preservation Area

Cookson Road Christopher 240 South Lake MILES Gate Shellbrook  263 

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Legend Paved Road Camping Marina Gravel Road Viewpoint Trailer Pump Out Canoe Route Parking Launch Ramp Trail over 5km Trail under 5km

21 GRASSLANDS NATIONAL PARK

Explore one of the last Divided into two blocks, frontiers of the Canadian the East Block, contains the west and discover unique Badlands and the Wood and endangered flora and Mountain Uplands. The fauna. This vast, open West Block presents the landscape represents some of Valley the last original mixed-grass and the dissected plateaus, prairie. Palaeontological coulees and famous 70 Mile history is evident in the Butte. The park provides dinosaur remains of the visitors opportunities for Badlands. The Ice Age is camping, horse-back riding, evident in the plateaus and hiking and nature viewing. coulees along the Frenchman When fully established, the River Valley. Tipi rings and park will encompass over buffalo rubbing stones, 900 square kilometres. weathered NWMP trails, and the seasoned ranch Getting There homesteads show the diverse The park is located in history of the region. In southwestern Saskatchewan, fact, it was here near the Montana border, took refuge after the Battle accessible by Highway of Little Big Horn. This is 4 and Highway 18. The a magical land of diversity, Visitor Centre is located in

Parks Canada / P. Fargey Parks Canada / P. beauty and history. , close to the West Block, and about 120 km south of Swift Current.

22 GRASSLANDS NATIONAL PARK Activities Walking and Hiking Enjoy the prairie on your own or with a guide. Park staff offer guided hikes daily in July and August or you Parks Parks Canada Page / R. J. can explore unmarked and marked hiking trails including the self-guided “Two Trees Making the Most Trail.” As the park is not yet fully established, of Your Visit there are private lands located within the • Inquire at the Visitor proposed boundary. Always seek permission Centre in Val Marie about before accessing private lands. However, park access, interpretive there is ample park land available to acquire programs, and safety your ‘prairie’ experience. Contact the Visitor concerns. The centre is open Centre for details. daily, 8:00 to 5:00 p.m. for the Scenic Touring Scenic drives through the summer (May long weekend West Block can be enjoyed with the aid of to Labour Day), and from brochures and audio cassettes. Stop at the 8:00 to 4:30 p.m. weekdays Visitor Centre for the self-guided “Frenchman (except holidays) for the rest River Valley Ecotour” brochure to explore this of the year. The park itself is scenic roadway. accessible year-round. Wildlife Watching Unique and endangered • Enjoy guided hikes with flora and fauna make their home within the an interpreter or take a self- park. antelope, sage grouse, bur- guided driving tour. rowing owl, ferruginous hawk, prairie rattle snake and eastern short-horned lizard all • Early and late summer are reside in the park. This part of Canada is the best times to visit the park the only place that black-tailed prairie dog as temperatures can be very colonies can be viewed in their native habitat. hot in summer. However, Opportunities abound for bird watching and each season delivers a special nature photography. Contact Visitor Centre experience. staff about species and viewing guidelines. • Many roads to the park are gravel or rough highway. Use caution as park roads are rough and can become impassable when wet. Inquire at the Visitor Centre about road conditions. Parks Parks Canada / Gurr B.

23 • Travel with a full tank of Horseback Riding One of the best ways you gas as services are few and can explore the park is on horseback. Guided far between. horseback rides and overnight pack trips are • Always carry water as no available with local outfitters, or you can bring drinking water is available your own horse. Contact the park for more within the park. information. Camping Campers must register at the Visit in Winter Visitor Centre (year-round) or the Rodeo Ranch The park can become Museum at Wood Mountain Regional Park inaccessible during poor (during summer). No open campfires are allowed. Primitive campers are encouraged weather. However, snowfall to camp anywhere in the park but away from is typically minimal, so winter roads and old buildings. Vehicle campers can activities can include hiking park at one of two old homesteads where a and horseback riding, and dry toilet is provided. No other services are occasionally cross-country provided. Serviced campgrounds can be found skiing or snow-shoeing. in the towns of Val Marie, and at Wood Mountain Regional Park. For Your Convenience No facilities or services are located within the park. A select range of services are provided at nearby Val Marie, Mankota, McCord, Glentworth and Wood Mountain. Inquire at the Visitor Centre in Val Marie for

Parks Parks Canada information on local services or the park. There is also limited visitor information available at the Rodeo & Ranch Museum in the Wood Mountain Regional Park.

Parks Parks Canada Page / R. J.

24 Glentworth 18 Ferland Swift Mankota McCord Current Fir Mountain & Wood Mountain 1 (summer only) 4

Val Marie West Block East Block

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Legend Marked Interpretive Trail International Boundary Ashphalt Highway Suggested Hiking Route River Gravel Road Proposed Park Boundary Visitor Reception Centre 2

5 Eco-Tour Road Current Park Holdings Information Kiosk OTHER NATIONAL HISTORIC SITES

Parks Canada administers Privies and a picnic area are another six national historic available at the site. Contact sites in Saskatchewan. Fort Battleford National These important places Historic Site for more in the Canadian story are information. interpreted by plaques and signs on-site but do not offer The following three sites are personal programming. Once administered by Motherwell there, the natural settings Homestead National Historic inspire you to imagine Site. the events at their height, making the trip well worth Located near Rocanville, Fort your while. Your imagination Espérance National Historic will be your guide as you Site contains the remains of stand in the spot where two North West Company fur history was made. trade posts from the late 18th century. The site offers picnic Located near Batoche, The facilities and privies. Battle of Fish Creek National Historic Site commemorates Fort Livingstone National the site of this battle between Historic Site, in east central Gabriel Dumont’s Métis and Saskatchewan, is the site of First Nations forces and the the original headquarters Canadian militia in 1885. of the NWMP and the first This event delayed the battle capital of the Northwest at Batoche. The site has no Territories from 1876–1877. facilities or services and is The site does not have any located about 15 minutes facilities or services. from Batoche National Historic Site. National Historic Site contains the Located near Frenchman remains of a Hudson’s Bay Butte, Company fur trade post with National Historic Site is interpretive panels to tell the the site of the 1885 battle story of the post. The site between Wandering Spirit’s does not have any facilities warriors and General or services. These two last Strange’s Canadian troops. sites are located near Pelly.

26 The services and facilities OTHER NATIONAL HISTORIC SITES at each of these sites vary from basic privies and picnic areas to a plaque in a spot of historic significance. Access to certain sites is often via dirt roads or poor

secondary roads. Be sure Parks Tyrchniewicz Canada / B. to take your own drinking water and wear proper footwear to manoeuver terrains that receive various levels of maintenance. Road conditions and detailed directions can be obtained by contacting the operational office which Parks Tyrchniewicz Canada / B. administers the site. Parks Parks Tyrchniewicz Canada / B.

IMAGES. Top to bottom: THE BATTLE OF FISH CREEK NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE FRENCHMAN BUTTE NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE

FORT ESPERANCE Parks Canada / Duchoslav C. NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE FORT PELLY NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE FORT LIVINGSTONE NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE Parks Parks Tyrchniewicz Canada / B.

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2 9 HOW TO CONTACT US

For further information on any of the national parks and national historic sites, visit the Parks Canada web site: http://www.pc.gc.ca or contact the parks and sites directly.

Batoche National Historic Site Motherwell Homestead National Box 999 Historic Site Rosthern, SK S0K 3R0 Box 247 ph (306) 423-6227 Abernethy, SK S0A 0A0 fax (306) 423-5400 ph (306) 333-2116 TDD (306) 423-5540 fax (306) 333-2210 email: [email protected] email: [email protected]

Fort Battleford National Historic Site Prince Albert National Park Box 70 Box 100 Battleford, SK S0M 0E0 Waskesiu Lake, SK S0J 2Y0 ph (306) 937-2621 ph (306) 663-4522 fax (306) 937-3370 fax (306) 663-5424 TDD (306) 937-3199 email: [email protected] email: [email protected] Grasslands National Park Fort Walsh National Historic Site Box 150 Box 278 Val Marie, SK S0N 2T0 Maple Creek, SK S0N 1N0 ph (306) 298-2257 ph (306) 662-3590 (Victoria Day to Labour Day) fax (306) 298-2042 ph (306) 662-2645 (off-season) TDD (306) 298-2217 fax (306) 662-2711 email: [email protected]

Parks Parks Canada / Muir B. TDD (306) 662-3124 email: [email protected]

30 31 Planning Your Visit to Canada’s National Parks and National Historic Sites To receive FREE trip-planning information on Canada’s National Parks and National Historic Sites in other provinces and territories call today: 1-888-773-8888 or for the National Parks Campground Reservations System: 1-877-737-3783

© Her Majesty the Queen in Right of Canada, represented by the Chief Executive Officer of Parks Canada, 2004 Cat # R62-329/2004E ISBN 0-662-35747-7 Cette publication est aussi disponible en français.

Front Cover: Grasslands National Park / Parks Canada / J. R. Page Back Cover (top to bottom): Fort Battleford National Historic Site / Parks Canada / C. Duchoslav Batoche National Historic Site / Parks Canada / M. Fiolleau Motherwell Homestead National Historic Site / Parks Canada / D. McArthur Fort Walsh National Historic Site / Parks Canada / R. Pettyjohn Background image: Grasslands National Park / Parks Canada / D. McArthur

31 Be sure to visit Canada’s national parks and national historic sites in Saskatchewan.

Motherwell Homestead National Historic Site

Batoche National Historic Site

Fort Battleford National Historic Site

Fort Walsh National Historic Site

Grasslands National Park

Prince Albert National Park

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