Prairie Fun Days 2011 participants remarked: Celebrating “A very enjoyable day visiting interesting places off the main trail.” History in – Lesley Stoddart, Camrose “Visiting the stops along the Prairie Fun Days tour Come celebrate our is like finding historical gems in your backyard. The stops were a fun way to learn about local history 50th Anniversary! and an excuse to go on a road trip.” There is something for everyone to enjoy! – Mary MacArthur, The Western Producer “My wife and I participated in the first Prairie Fun Days (2011) Friday, August 24 and sponsored by the County of Camrose. We enjoyed all of our Saturday, August 25, 2012 visits, but were absolutely fascinated with the conservation area that was a reclaimed gravel pit. A stunning project FUN DAY Golf Tournament the County should be proud of, and one everyone should Friday, August 24, Silver Creek Golf Course experience. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to visit A fun, scramble-style 18-hole tournament places of interest within the County of Camrose.” Saturday, August 25, 2012 – Wayne and Linda Sampson, Proud Camrose County residents designed for all ages and skill levels. $90/person includes golf, cart, steak supper and prizes. Camrose County 50th Contact Public Works for information – 780-672-4449 Thank you to the 2012 Banquet Anniversary Celebration Saturday, August 25, Prairie Fun Day Sponsors Explore glorious Camrose County as you never Camrose Regional Exhibition have before during this self-guided driving excursion Featuring Danny Hooper filled with special events all weekend! Tickets: $25 • Discover the Beauty For additional ticket • Experience the History information, contact • Join in the fun! Camrose County 780-672-4446 Get in the loop! Join in the fun at any Heritage Harvest Showcase point on the map. Maps Saturday, August 25, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. are available at most Local producers and individuals will show off Central Visitor Information Centres, Site their grains, flowers, produce and Destinations, Sponsors historic photographs at the CRE and Camrose Railway Station and Park. Schnell & Barrie Geocachers! (2011) Ltd. Grab your GPS for some great treasure hunting along the way. (See www.geocaching.com CAMROSE for coordinates.) For more information, go to LOUGHEED www.county.camrose.ab.ca STONY PLAIN Heritage Harvest Showcase Railway Station Joseph 833 1 Lake LINDBROOK SECONDARY 8 Camrose Regional Exhibition 11 km (7 mi) and Elevator Enjoy displays of amazing historical Miquelon Take a step back in time to the 1940s as Lake 41 km (26 mi)

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