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The Weekend Wanderings is a free service offered by the NRTA.

If you or your organization have a community based event that

you would like listed on our “Weekend Wanderings” please feel

free to call or email us.

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William Slenders,

Jr. Economic Development Officer, County of Newell

slendersw@countyofnewell.ab.ca

Welcome to the

County of Newell

Weekend Wanderings!

July 20th – 26th, 2012

This Week

This Weeks Events 03

Coming Events 11

Community Calendar 14

Newell Necessities 15

W W W . N R T A . C A 707-2nd Ave East, Brooks, Alberta, T1R 1B2 Tel 403-362-3266 Fax 403-362-8681

Welcome to the

County of Newell

Weekend Wanderings!

July 20th – 26th, 2012

BASSANO

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BROOKS COMMUNITIES IN BLOOM GARDEN

TOUR, JULY 19

EVENT INCLUDES

Garden Tour

Tickets on sale July 16, 2012 at Brooks Garden Center, From the Prairie, Country

Cupboard, & Brooks Greenhouses.

CANADA PARKS DAY, JULY 21

DEACONS FRUIT MARKET, JULY 25

Where: Plains Motel , 9:00am—6:00pm

COMMUNITIES IN BLOOM JUDGING,

JULY 25

EVENT INCLUDES

• July 25&26, 2012 Communities in Bloom will be in Brooks judging us for the National

Competition in the 12,000 to 20,000 population category

This Week at the Oasis

Theater:

The Dark Knight Rises

(14A)

Times:

1:00, 6:45 & 10:15 pm

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BROOKS

August 11th and 12th

2012

Saturday 9:30 AM to5 PM

Sunday 9:30 AM to 3 PM Olde Rodeo Grounds

BROOKS

Upcoming Events!

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DUCHESS ONE WEEK GARDEN SPIRITS,

JULY 23-27

EVENT INCLUDES

Where: Red Roof Studio- Hwy #544 (1 km east of Hwy #36)

What: Make your own garden spirit, a sculpture made from green sculpting

medium which you

can put outside in your garden, or inside for you to enjoy year round!

** For more information phone 403-378-4276 or email redroofstu-

dio@xplornet.ca

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ROSEMARY 1217 2 Street West

Brooks Alberta

T1R 1P7

Phone: (403)362-6666

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S E R V I C E S A V A I L A B L E

MEMBERSHIPS

Promote your events, business, and organization

through the NRTA! More details inside.

LOCAL ADVERTISING

Advertise your event and business to both local resident

and tourist

BECOME A BOARD MEMBER

Ever wonder how events and tourism operate in the

County? Join our board of directors and see!

TILLEY

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COUNTY OF NEWELL

BEACH CAT REGATTA, JULY 21

EVENT INCLUDES

Schedule: Saturday: Skipper’s meeting – 9:30am 1st Planned race 10 am

Sunday: 1st Planned race 9:30 am

Event Takes Place on Lake Newell

MENS 4 PERSON GOLF

TOURNAMENT, JULY 21

EVENT INCLUDES

Rolling Hills Golf Course Men’s 4 Person Tournament

Saturday July 21

Call 403-964-2380 for more details

DREW GEGORY, JULY 21

EVENT INCLUDES

Sponsored by the Berry Creek Agricultural Society, Drew Gregory!

Saturday July 21 at Hardgrass Hub .

Doors open at 8:00pm show starts at 9:00.

Tickets available at the door.

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COUNTY OF NEWELL

Karaoke

Date: July 27th, 2012

Burst of Color Run

Date: July 28th, 2012

Adult Painting

Sponsored by Red Roof Studio

Date: July 23-27th, 2012

Best Sunday Brunch in the County!

Date: July 29th, 2012

. Pioneer Damsiters Pot Luck Supper

Date: July 29th, 2012

Bassano Summer Fun Camp

Hosted by ParentLINK & FCSS

Date: July 30-August 2, 2012

BEACH CAT REGATTA, JULY 21

EVENT INCLUDES

Schedule: Saturday: Skipper’s meeting – 9:30am 1st Planned race 10 am

Sunday: 1st Planned race 9:30 am

Event Takes Place on Lake Newell

MENS 4 PERSON GOLF

TOURNAMENT, JULY 21

EVENT INCLUDES

Rolling Hills Golf Course Men’s 4 Person Tournament

Saturday July 21

Call 403-964-2380 for more details

DREW GEGORY, JULY 21

EVENT INCLUDES

Sponsored by the Berry Creek Agricultural Society, Drew Gregory!

Saturday July 21 at Hardgrass Hub .

Doors open at 8:00pm show starts at 9:00.

Tickets available at the door.

707-2nd Ave East, Brooks, Alberta, T1R 1B2 Tel 403-362-3266 Fax 403-362-8681 W W W . N R T A . C A

Raiders of the Lost Artifact

Sponsored by Brooks Public Library

Date: July 23-27th, 2012

EID Classic Sheep Dog Trials

Date: August 4-6th, 2012

Brooks Medieval Faire

Date: August 10-11, 2012

707-2nd Ave East, Brooks, Alberta, T1R 1B2 Tel 403-362-3266 Fax 403-362-8681 W W W . N R T A . C A

Wild Pink Yonder

Date: August 14-18, 2012

Earl Taylor Day

Date: August 14-18, 2012

Summer Fun Camp

Date: August 20-24, 2012

Corn Cob Regatta

Date: August 25-26, 2012

707-2nd Ave East, Brooks, Alberta, T1R 1B2 Tel 403-362-3266 Fax 403-362-8681 W W W . N R T A . C A

Seize the Summer! Try one of these exciting summer

camps at the Brooks Campus - MHC

July 23-27th

All Star Amazing Sports 7-9yrs

All Star Amazing Sports 5-7yrs

Dance to the Music 9-12yrs

July 30 – Aug. 3

Super Cars 5-7yrs

Creepy Crawly Camp 5-7yrs

Dance to the Music 7-9 yrs

Ultimate Survivor 9-12yrs

Aug 7-10

Pop Star Academy 5-7 yrs

Kids in the Kitchen 7-9 yrs

Aspiring Artists 9-12 yrs

Art Monsters 5-7 yrs

Space is the Place 7-9yrs

Hunger Games 9-12yrs

Register soon – camps filling up quickly! Call 362-1677 to register.

On-line at www.mhc.ab.ca/continuing-studies

All applicants will be entered in a draw for a tuition waiv-er!

Call (403)362-1677 for more information.

If your organization or club has any

important deadlines or dates, please email

them to slendersw@countyofnewell.ab.ca.

These dates can be made public for anyone

to attend. Organizations, Clubs, or Event

listings will be posted on this Community

Calendar.

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Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1) Canada

Day!

2 3 4) Deacons Fruit

Market 5 6 7) Steak and Beans

Golf Tournament

8 9 10 11) Deacons Fruit

Market 12 13) Dragons on Lake

Newell 14) Dragons on Lake

Newell

15) Dragons on

Lake Newell 16 17 18) Deacons Fruit

Market 19 20 21) Canada

Parks Day!

22 23) Brooks Car &

Bike Show Meeting 24 25) Deacons Fruit

Market 26 27 28) Burst of Color

run

29 30 31

JULY 2012, COMMUNITY CALENDAR

Kinbrook Island Provincial Park

Located 15 km south of Brooks on Lake Newell.

Campground open round (some loops) and on self-registration until Thursday, May 17.

Summer camping reservations at www.Reserve.AlbertaParks.ca or call toll

free 1-877-537-2757.

Water in campground taps available May 5.

Sewage dump station available.

Power sites and non-power sites.

Shower building and laundry facility open May 5.

Swimming, fishing, boating, hiking (Kinbrook Marsh Trail), day use/picnic area.

Concession (seasonal).

Tillebrook Provincial Park

Located 6 km east of Brooks, just off the TransCanada Highway.

Campground open May 5 and on self-registration until Thursday, May 17.

Summer camping reservations at www.Reserve.AlbertaParks.ca or call toll

free 1-877-537-2757.

Water in campground taps available May 5.

Shower building open May 5.

Sewage dump station available.

Power sites and non-power sites.

Email Address:

info@tumbleweedtheatre.ca

Cathryn Krochak:

403-793-3254

707-2nd Ave East, Brooks, Alberta, T1R 1B2 Tel 403-362-3266 Fax 403-362-8681 W W W . N R T A . C A

Dinosaur Provincial Park

(UNESCO World Heritage Site)

Located 48 km northeast of Brooks (only 10 km from Patricia) along the Red Deer River.

Campground, day use picnic area and five self-guided hiking trails open year round.

Campground on self-registration until Thursday, May 17 then again for the fall starting Sept 3,

2012.

Summer camping reservations at www.Reserve.AlbertaParks.ca or call toll free 1-

877-537-2757.

Water in campground taps available May 5.

Sewage dump station available. Power sites and non-power sites.

Shower building and laundry facility open May 5.

Concession (food services, grocery items) open May 18.

Public Scenic Loop Road (4 km) with 2 outdoor fossil exhibits.

Park Visitor Centre OPEN DAILY

Giftshop (unique toys & books, jewelry, giftwear, souvenirs)

Information Desk

Tour Reservations and ticket pick-up

Exhibit gallery and theatre: small admission fee

Spring hours (April 1 to May 17) Open daily 9:00 – 4:00

Summer hours (May 18 to Sept 2) Open daily 8:30 – 5:00 Sunday to Thursday; 8:30 –

7:00 Friday & Saturday

Fall hours (Sept 3 to Oct 8) Open daily 9:00 – 4:00

Interpretive Bus Tours, Fossil Safari, THE Dinosaur Day Camp, Centrosaurus Quarry Hike,

Sunset Tour, Great Badlands Hike, and many more (reservations highly recommended)

www.dinosaurpark.ca or phone (403) 378-4344.

707-2nd Ave East, Brooks, Alberta, T1R 1B2 Tel 403-362-3266 Fax 403-362-8681 W W W . N R T A . C A

BROOKS AQUADUCT BLACKFOOT CROSSING

DINOSAUR PROVINCIAL PARK

Experience The County of Newell

BROOKS AQUADUCT

Brooks

Ever wonder how they filled the largest man made lake in

Alberta? Spend some time at this engineering marvel from the

past and see how this structure helped to make this land one

of the most prosperous in Southern Alberta.

Brooks Aqueduct

BLACKFOOT CROSSING

Siksika Nation

A beautiful example of culture and education, experience the

culture, art, food, and performances of the Blackfoot people.

Blackfoot Crossing

EID Historical Park

Scandia

Our "Sleeping Giant", the Scandia Pool Elevator (built in 1927)

was the first elevator in Alberta to be declared a historic

resource. Come see the history of the EID.

EID Historical Park

Brooks Medieval Faire

Brooks

A day of people dressed in medieval costumes, armour, and

chainmail on the grounds. Some are fighting knights stepping

into the epic to face an opponent, some are jousting knights

in shining armour, mounted on their trusty steeds, Be part of

a feast or even the King of the event.

Medieval Faire

Dinosaur Provincial Park

Patricia

A trip to Dinosaur Provincial Park is a 75 million-year foray

back in time. Strange land formations rise up on all sides,

sculpted by wind and water into hauntingly beautiful shapes

sunbathed in terra cotta, bronze and amber

Dinosaur Provincial Park

EID HISTORICAL PARK BROOKS MEDIEVAL FAIRE

LAKE NEWELL DRAGON BOAT RACES

Experience The County of Newell

Bassano Dam

Bassano

All the water delivered through the irrigation system of the

Eastern Irrigation District is diverted from the Bow River at

the Bassano Dam. The 1,200 irrigation farmers receive their

water through a system of 4,800 kilometers (3,000 miles) of

canals and drains and thirteen internal storage reservoirs.

Bassano Dam

Brooks & District Museum

Brooks

The museum is organized to be a “Walk Through The Ages”.

Our extensive collection includes exhibits portraying the life of

early ranchers, the war years, the N.W.M.P., the Canadian

Pacific Railroad, and the Eastern Irrigation District.

Brooks & District Museum

Lake Newell

Brooks

Early settlement of what is now the County of Newell

followed the arrival of the Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR) in

1883. Kinbrook Island Provincial Park is located on the eastern

side of the lake.

Lake Newell

Dragon Boat Races

Lake Newell

The races will take place on Lake Newell, south of Brooks.

Climb aboard and join a community-led event promoting

health, wellness and engagement while reaching a

multi-generational and multi cultural audience!

Dragons on Lake Newell

Finnegan's Ferry

Gem

With the town of Brooks about a 45-minute drive south, and

Drumheller the same distance to the north, Finnegan Ferry is

one of the more remote crossings. However, for those who do

make the trek, the small town of Gem welcomes visitors.

Brooks Farmers’ Market Is looking for vendors for this season – produce, baking, crafts, almost anything! First Day – Thursday, May 31, 2012, 3:00 – 6:00 pm at the old rodeo grounds, 7th St. East, Brooks

For more information call Barb at 403-378-4420

Communities in Bloom Show you care! Plant a tree in Brooks Commemorative Forest. For more information

contact Jackie Murray at 403-362-3755.

Blackfoot Crossing Historical Park www.blackfootcrossing.ca Summer hours: Monday to Friday10:00am to 6:00pm. virtual tours at http://www.blackfootcrossing.ca/tours_virtual.html

Check out this blog! http://annekostalas.blogspot.com/2011/06/nobody-here-but-us-

chickens.html#more

Dinosaur Provincial Park UNESCO World

Heritage Site The Park, Campground and hiking trails are open all year.

Water in campground turned off October 3

Shower building and outside concession water tap available to October Dinosaur Park Conces-

sion (food services) open to October 2 DAILY For more information call 403-378-4342

or visit www.dinosaurpark.ca

707-2nd Ave East, Brooks, Alberta, T1R 1B2 Tel 403-362-3266 Fax 403-362-8681 W W W . N R T A . C A

Brooks Farmers’ Market Is looking for vendors for this season – produce, baking, crafts, almost anything! First Day – Thursday, May 31, 2012, 3:00 – 6:00 pm at the old rodeo grounds, 7th St. East, Brooks

For more information call Barb at 403-378-4420

Communities in Bloom Show you care! Plant a tree in Brooks Commemorative Forest. For more information

contact Jackie Murray at 403-362-3755.

Blackfoot Crossing Historical Park www.blackfootcrossing.ca Summer hours: Monday to Friday10:00am to 6:00pm. virtual tours at http://www.blackfootcrossing.ca/tours_virtual.html

Check out this blog! http://annekostalas.blogspot.com/2011/06/nobody-here-but-us-

chickens.html#more

Dinosaur Provincial Park UNESCO World

Heritage Site The Park, Campground and hiking trails are open all year.

Water in campground turned off October 3

Shower building and outside concession water tap available to October Dinosaur Park Conces-

sion (food services) open to October 2 DAILY For more information call 403-378-4342

or visit www.dinosaurpark.ca

Bassano Sage and Thistle Golf

Course

Location: Bassano

403-641-4016

Brooks Golf Course

Location: Brooks

403-362-2998

Duchess Golf Course

Location: Duchess

403-403-378-4710

Rolling Hills Golf Course

Location: Rolling Hills

403-964-2380

Meadows Par 3

Location: Brooks

403-362-6477

The Outdoor Swimming Pool is officially

opened. Everyone is welcome to wander in,

stay for a swim or a dip in the 10 person

hot tub. If you are coming in from out of

Town, please call in to avoid

disappointment. We are open seven days

per week and yet have unforeseen closures

due to weather, mechanical or other.

Ph. (403) 641-4025

The Duke of Sutherland Water Park is FREE

for all users and has a brand new design

and all new equipment. There are new

spray heads, new obstacles, a water gun

section, a slide, and other fun sprayers for

children of all ages.

The park is open from May to September

depending on the weather and the hours

are from 9am to 9pm, every day.

The Lakeside Leisure Center is open and

contains a 25 meter lane pool, Leisure/

Wave Pool, Hot Tub, Sauna, Steam Room,

Waterslide, Fitness Center, Lockers &

Showers, Flexhall, Subway, Curling Rink,

and Meeting Rooms.

707-2nd Ave East, Brooks, Alberta, T1R 1B2 Tel 403-362-3266 Fax 403-362-8681 W W W . N R T A . C A

The best camping and

golf that the County of

Newell has to offer

With so many campgrounds and

golf courses in the County, why not

take a week, or a summer to

explore them all?

Bassano Homecoming Park

Location: Bassano

403-641-3788

Bow City Park

Location: Bow City

403-362-6693

Crawling Valley Campground

Location: Bassano

403-641-4095

Desert Sands

Location: Bassano

403-641-4508

Dinosaur Provincial Park

Location: Patricia

403-378-4342

EID Historical Park

Location: Scandia

403-362-5010

Emerson Bridge Park

Location: Duchess

403-362-2772

Kinbrook Island Provincial Park

Location: Brooks

403-362-2962

Kiwanis Campground

Location: Brooks

403-362-5073

Poplar Grove

Location: Bassano

403-793-0112

THE GREAT

OUTDOORS

707-2nd Ave East, Brooks, Alberta, T1R 1B2 Tel 403-362-3266 Fax 403-362-8681 W W W . N R T A . C A

Rolling Hills Campground

Location: Rolling Hills

403-964-2380

Rolling Hills Reservoir

Location: Lake Newell

403-362-5603

Rosemary Campground

Location: Rosemary

403-403-378-4246

Shady Nook

Location: Bassano

403-641-3853

Tillebrook Provincial Park

Location: Tilley

403-362-4525

Tilley Campground

Location: Tilley

403-377-2203

Westside Campground

Location: Brooks

403-362-4713

Whistle Stop Convenience Store

Location: Duchess

403-378-3133

For more information on campgrounds and outdoor

accommodations please visit the NRTA website at www.nrta.ca

or Opportunity Newell at www.opportunitynewell.com

2012 Camping Season

Closing Date:

September 10, 2012

Bob - Park Manager

County of Newell

(403) 362-1702

emersonbridge2012@gmail.com

707-2nd Ave East, Brooks, Alberta, T1R 1B2 Tel 403-362-3266 Fax 403-362-8681 W W W . N R T A . C A

August 11th and 12th

2012

Saturday 9:30 AM to5 PM

Sunday 9:30 AM to 3 PM Olde Rodeo Grounds

20-7th ST E Brooks AB

The Brooks Medieval

Feast Saturday evening!

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