Saskatchewan Discovery Guide
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saskatchewan discovery guide OFFICIAL VACATION AND ACCOMMODATION PLANNER CONTENTS 1 Contents Welcome.........................................................................................................................2 Need More Information? ...........................................................................................4 Saskatchewan Tourism Zones..................................................................................5 How to Use the Guide................................................................................................6 Saskatchewan at a Glance ........................................................................................9 Discover History • Culture • Urban Playgrounds • Nature .............................12 Outdoor Adventure Operators...............................................................................22 Regina..................................................................................................................... 40 Southern Saskatchewan.................................................................................... 76 Saskatoon .............................................................................................................. 158 Central Saskatchewan ....................................................................................... 194 Northern Saskatchewan.................................................................................... 276 Events Guide.............................................................................................................333 Information for Travellers......................................................................................354 Transportation ..........................................................................................................358 Community Services .............................................................................................363 Discovery Index........................................................................................................383 Published by: Tourism Saskatchewan • 189 - 1621 Albert Street, Regina, SK Canada S4P 2S5 Phone Toll Free: 1-877-237-2273 / 306-787-2300 • Fax 306-787-5744 Information Warning & Disclaimer: The information in this publication is provided to Tourism Saskatchewan by the operators or organizers of the facilities, attractions, and events listed and you rely on it at your own risk. Tourism Saskatchewan assumes no responsbility for any information concerning facilities, events, dates, products, or services contained in this publication. Some changes inevitably occur after the time of publication and it is recommended that you contact the operator or organizer to confirm relevant information. Photography: Bryan Schlosser, Calvin Fehr, Douglas E. Walker, Eric Lindberg Photography, Greg Huszar Photography, Hans-Gerhard Pfaff, Hogarth Photography, Nathan Walker, Patricia Holdsworth, Paul Austring, Robert Postma, Thomas Porter 2 SASKATCHEWAN DISCOVERY GUIDE 2011 Although Saskatchewan might be hard to These are the welcoming and hospitable spell, it is easy to draw...and to find on a people that make Saskatchewan so unique. map. This trapezoid (or rectangleish)-shaped They can be found in all four corners of this province can be found in the heart of the province. They give directions by name here Canadian prairies – east of Alberta, west of – “Go past the old Lawrence house and take Manitoba, south of the Northwest Territories, a left.” And they welcome you to their and north of Montana and North Dakota. “home” – Saskatchewan – with open arms at all times and in all seasons. Saskatchewan has a varied landscape – the north is covered by forest and crystal-clear Summer months see lazy days at the lake. lakes and the south is made up of golden The fresh, clean waters of the 100,000 lakes fields, grasslands, and rolling hills. However, are a haven for swimming, waterskiing, both areas have one thing in common – fishing, and more. Ski trails give way to sunshine, and lots of it, with an average of hiking and biking paths, birds come north, 2,500 hours each year. and a bustling season of festivals begins. Living in a climate of four distinct seasons It makes for a good – and frequent – topic of brings a varied and exciting roster of conversation on “coffee row.” You can bet activities, and people here take full that somewhere in this province, right now, advantage. the weather is being discussed. But, really, can you blame them in a place where the Winters can be extreme, but in typical prairie rain gauge reading can relate directly to their fashion, people see the bright side saying livelihood? things like, “At least it's a dry cold.” Ask around and you'll find someone who has 1-877-2ESCAPE • WWW.SASKTOURISM.COM 3 Waskesiu Lake frozen their tongue to a flag pole as a kid, neighbours that it was nothing to stretch a and is darn proud of it, too. The crisp air and meal for four into a feast for a dozen. Rarely snow of winter brings hockey, tobogganing, did people have a penny to spare in the snowmobiling, skating, and skiing. Frozen early days, but there was a powerful sense lakes become home to communities of ice of generosity and trust that is evident even fishermen who park their shelters until today. spring breakup. Saskatchewan is home to Gordie Howe, Joni No matter what time of year, try saying, Mitchell, Buffy St. Marie, Brent Butt, W.O. “Green is the colour” to someone. You're Mitchell, and Tommy Douglas, just to name sure to hear the answer, “Football is the a few. The talented, genius, sometimes game,” and probably be treated to a full eccentric – all shaped from their time on rendition of the Saskatchewan Roughriders' these lands. anthem. Fans come from miles around, wearing helmets fashioned from Beneath the vast living skies, the people watermelon husks and teeming with “Rider here are survivors, skilled artists, Pride.” ambassadors of the old country, and genuinely friendly hosts. Welcome to a place Banding together to support the home team where it's still custom to hold the door for a is just the start of the community spirit. They stranger. come by their sense of camaraderie naturally here. The geographic isolation of the early Come on in. Leave your shoes on the mat. rural days made gracious hosts out of the Welcome to Saskatchewan. settlers. So welcome were visiting 4 SASKATCHEWAN DISCOVERY GUIDE 2011 NEED MORE INFORMATION? Let our friendly Travel Counsellors help you plan your Saskatchewan vacation. With one toll-free call or the click of the mouse, you can receive travel information, trip planning assistance, or order any of our free travel guides. Service is offered in Canada’s two official languages – English and French. CALL TOLL-FREE: 1-877-2escape (1-877-237-2273) Ask for Operator 11SDG • Visit our website at www.sasktourism.com and chat live with a Travel Counsellor • Email us at [email protected] Open mid-May through mid-September, Saskatchewan has five official Visitor Receptions Centres, located at major border crossings into the province: Trans-Canada Highway • Manitoba border, east of Fleming • Alberta border, west of Maple Creek Trans-Canada Highway/Yellowhead Route • Manitoba border at Langenburg • Alberta border at Lloydminster Highway 39 • U.S. border at North Portal Tourist information centres also operate year-round in each of Saskatchewan’s 15 cities and many smaller communities. Visit Tourism Saskatchewan’s office in Regina at 189 – 1621 Albert Street or in Saskatoon at 102 – 202 Fourth Avenue North. FREE 2011 SASKATCHEWAN TRAVEL GUIDES AND RESOURCES Saskatchewan Fishing & Hunting Guide This colourful resource offers information about Saskatchewan’s great fishing and hunting opportunities, plus detailed descriptions of numerous outfitting camps. The Perfect Drive: Saskatchewan Golf Vacations This guide includes information on many of our unique and challenging golf courses, along with Stay & Play packages for booking your next great Saskatchewan golf vacation. Saskatchewan Official Road Map This fully detailed navigator is included with each Saskatchewan Discovery Guide and is a handy tool for touring the province. 1-877-2ESCAPE • WWW.SASKTOURISM.COM 5 SASKATCHEWAN TOURISM ZONES To make your travel planning easier, Saskatchewan is divided into five regions within three distinct tourism zones and two major cities. The map defines these areas. Contact the cities and regions: Regina Stony Rapids 1-800-661-5099 or 306-789-5099 Saskatoon 1-800-567-2444, Ext. 1 or 306-242-1206 South East 1-866-676-7111 or 306-842-4648 Southwest 1-800-670-1093 or 306-693-1883 La Ronge Creighton East Central Meadow Lake 1-877-250-6454 or 306-647-2155 West Central Nipawin Lloydminster 1-800-665-4600 or 306-893-4290 Prince Albert North Battleford Melfort Northern Battleford Martensville 306-989-2014 Saskatoon Humboldt Kindersley Yorkton Travel corridors, along with all Melville communities, major highways, and Regina roads are shown in full detail on the Moose Jaw Swift Current Saskatchewan Official Road Map. Weyburn Estevan *Population source (cities, towns, and villages): Saskatchewan Health’s 2009 Covered Population. Populations for hamlets are from the 2006 Canada Census Data. 6 SASKATCHEWAN DISCOVERY GUIDE 2011 HOW TO USE THE SASKATCHEWAN DISCOVERY GUIDE GETTING STARTED • Transportation: Contains details on the The Saskatchewan Discovery Guide has been transportation (air/bus/vehicle) available to get organized by three main provincial geographic to Saskatchewan, and to use once you