Magee Lake, named after an early settler [1], lies within the Chain Lakes. Nearby Morningside, once home to a mental hospital, now has limited facilities. The area is ideal for a half day walk, botany, bugs, fungus, and dog walking, with options for snowshoeing.
Continue readingDevon to Calmar – Bakery Run
The small town of Calmar has a not-so-hidden secret, an excellent bakery. Family run, get there early as they often run out of the good stuff. This is the first time I have done this ride although it is well known in a local bike club. Thanks to AMA for a great day.
Continue readingEagle Hill NA – 2024-05-05
Technically not YEG-Ville, but then I get to make up the rules, so I am including Eagle Hill. It is an intriguing out of the way site that is challenging to visit and ‘kinda’ undisturbed.
Continue readingRedwater River Natural Area – 2024-03-29
A site close to Gibbons that has been partially destroyed through bush parties, ATV destruction, and an illegal gun range. Visit with extreme caution.
Continue readingCrippsdale Natural Area – 2024-03-29
Crippsdale is part of a constellation of NA’s less than an hours drive north of Edmonton. A good day walking or snowshoeing is possible in the site.
Continue readingOpal Natural Area – 2024-03-09
Two discrete blocks of land have a surprising guardian angel looking after them.
Continue readingBridge Lake NA – 2023-10-01
An OC and a PNT make up this NA. The OC shows signs of disturbances and abuse in the form of dumping. Otherwise, a good location for fat biking, walking, or snowshoeing.
Continue readingNestow NA – 2023-10-08
Sandy ATV trails and reasonably close to Edmonton. Unfortunately, this NA is showing signs of abuse. Still, a potential destination for hiking and fat biking.
Continue readingSherwood Park NA – 2023-09-16
This NA is a handy resource for the people of Sherwood Park and YEG-Ville in General.
Continue readingParkland Natural Area – 2023-10-08
A reasonably undisturbed natural area which is best described as ‘wet’. Best visited in late fall or in winter when the southern portion is accessible.
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