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A 2 day/ 2 night circle tour to enjoy the artistic treasures of Forestburg, Galahad and Alliance all within ½ hour driving distance.
Exploring these three cozy rural communities, you will discover a wide variety of art on display for your viewing pleasure. You may even be inspired to try your own creativity with a lesson in Stained Glass Art, Diamond Willow Woodworking, Woodturning, or a private painting lesson with local artists.
Alliance, an Artistic Touch
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Steel nature sculptures including a deer, buffalo, red fox, beaver, Canada Geese, and a butterfly, are scattered throughout the Village - how many can you find?
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Main street murals, paintings, and cartoon art decorate the Bottle Depot, the Village Office, AG Hardware, and Bob’s Corner Service
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Legion Memorial Park on Railroad Avenue is alive with color in the summer
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Visit our Peace Garden at Main Street and 2nd Ave West
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“Clouds Hill 2” - Don’t miss this amazing eclectic collection of art, music and literary treasures - the private collection of local artist Norman Johnston, located at 214 -1st Avenue East. He is always thrilled to provide a personal tour. Norman would also be willing to offer a private water-color painting lesson. Give him a call at 780-879-3762.
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Main Street Medley is a unique gift shop well worth a little browsing time. Laurie and her staff would even make a personalized memento for you.
Galahad - A MedievalVillage
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The Medieval theme is exhibited in the Memorial park and Main street horse sculptures, as well as the uniquely named streets.
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See the old horse drawn school bus
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The Grant & Joanne Jackson park-like farmstead one-half mile south of the Village on Secondary 861, features a stocked fish pond (recently featured in Our Canada magazine). Give them a call at 780-583-3940.
Forestburg - 1999 Communities in Bloom National Champion
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Glass Inn & Artists’ Studios - a Bed & Breakfast with a difference - an opportunity to take classes in Tiffany Stained Glass, Patio Stone Making, Diamond Willow, Cottonwood Bark Carving, or Wood turning. Complete your own unique project during a day or two stay. Call Bill or Joanne Green at 780-582-2409 for reservations.
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Numerous interpretive sites throughout the community commemorate the history of Forestburg in an artistic fashion.
Your traveling companions aren’t into art ?? While you take in the artsy activities let them try some of these -
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Forestburg Golf Course
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Fishing - Diplomat Trout Pond - 5 miles west, 5 miles south on SR855
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Cross-country Skiing - Big Knife Park
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Downhill skiing - Valley Ski Hill just west of Hi-way 36 at the Battle River
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Swimming pool - Seasonal
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Alliance Museum
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Forestburg Museum
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Visit an Alpaca Farm - Ernie & Denise Gamroth
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Nature’s Way Walking Trail - 2 km meander through the woods around the Village of Alliance
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Hunting - deer, moose, upland birds and waterfowl
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Accommodations and Dining
Alliance Valley Inn and Restaurant - On Main St Alliance
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8 bright, comfortable, modern rooms
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Dining room and Lounge - Friday night is Steak Night, or try the excellent pizza
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Phone - 780-879-3966
Forestburg Motor Inn
J's Motel & Suites
Galahad Motel Bed and Breakfast - Main Street in Galahad
Glass Inn & Artists’ Studios - Bed and Breakfast in Forestburg
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“A touch of country on the edge of town!” promises a place to relax, an exciting food experience, and comfortable surroundings. Joanne & Bill have their artwork and gift items available.
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5602 - 50th Avenue, Forestburg
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Phone - 780-582-2409
Camping
Alliance Recreation Park
Galahad
Forestburg
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Kinsmen RV Park by the Arena - Phone 780-582-3635
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Golf Club Campground - Phone 780-582-3693
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Big Knife Provincial Park - 5 miles west, 7 miles south on SR 855
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