Mackenzie Frontier Tourist Association

08/11/2024

Visiting the Mackenzie Frontier during the winter months doesn’t mean you won’t see any wildlife!

In fact, there are still plenty of majestic animals making their way through the frost and snow that are always exciting to see. It’s not very often that you could catch a glimpse of a buffalo, caribou, and lynx all in the same region!

🔗 Plan your trip and learn more here:https://mackenziefrontier.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Wildlife-in-the-Frontier.pdf

📸 Lynx photo by Adam in the Wild

06/11/2024

Now’s the time to start planning your winter excursions this year! Luckily for you, the Mackenzie Frontier has many opportunities for you to get outside and enjoy the brisk weather.

For those who like to cross country ski, check out these great options:

🎿 The Rocky Lane Ag Society provides trails for both classic cross country and skate skiing. In season, the trails are groomed weekly and offer beginner, intermediate, and advanced routes. 15km of trails offer a family and pet-friendly ski experience along the Ponton River.

🎿 Far North Nordic offers over 5 km of cross country ski trails to be explored and you’ll be able to treat yourself to hot chocolate as you warm up in the clubhouse and prepare to head out for another lap.

🔗Learn more by visiting our winter brochure here: https://mackenziefrontier.com/winter-in-the-frontier/

🎥 Video by Jordan Maskell

04/11/2024

How lucky are we to live in a quiet corner of nature here? 🙌🏼🌲

Nothing beats our never ending forests, close knit communities, and access to some of the most beautiful places in Alberta!

01/11/2024

There are so many great ways to experience winter in the Frontier and we want to know what your favourites are! ⛷️🏒🛷

Is it checking out the Rocky Lane Cross Country Ski Trails? Hitting the trails with the La Crete Polar Cats Snowmobile Club? Or maybe you enjoy ice fishing at Tapawingo Lodge?

Let us know in the comments! 👇🏼

01/11/2024

Happy Halloween everyone!

We would like to wish a safe and fun Halloween to all the trick or treaters today. We hope you enjoy a great and spooky evening in the Mackenzie Frontier. 🎃

30/10/2024

Whether snowmobiling, ice fishing, cross country skiing, skating, or even driving over an ice bridge, there are plenty of adventures to be had in the Mackenzie Frontier this winter! ❄️

Imagine gazing at the breathtaking Northern Lights under a starry sky or having the surreal experience of sitting on a frozen lake with a fishing rod in your hand or becoming one with nature as you ski along endless trails through boreal forests.

🔗 Learn more and plan your trip today by visiting the “Winter” page on our website at:

https://mackenziefrontier.com/winter-in-the-frontier/

25/10/2024

Driving through the vast Mackenzie Frontier, you may come across deer, moose, lynx, wolves, coyotes, many species of birds, and even bison! 🦬

You will not always see them, but when you do, it is worth your time! 📸

Lynx and wolves have been spotted on rural roads around High Level and Rainbow Lake, while deer, moose, and coyotes frequently make appearances along highways between towns.

🚘 Please be alert and drive cautiously, as animals are everywhere in the Frontier.

23/10/2024

Perfectly situated in the Northern Auroral Zone, the Mackenzie Region's wide expanses of sky, relatively flat terrain, and little light pollution create the perfect setting to catch a glimpse of the elusive, stunning colors of the Aurora Borealis.

✨ While this phenomenon occurs year-round, long hours of darkness and crisp, clear skies make nights from October to March in the Mackenzie Frontier the perfect backdrop for viewing the Aurora in all their glory.

If you’ve captured the dancing lights lately, we’d love to see your pictures in the comments! 👇🏼

21/10/2024

It won’t be long until it’s snowmobiling season again! ❄️

The club has built and is currently maintaining 350 kilometers of world class trails suitable for all age groups. The groomed trail system runs through vast wilderness with 98% of these trails on crown land. All the trails are mapped, signed, and available on GPS.

🔗 For more information, check out their website at http://www.wattmountainwanderers.ca/ or visit them on Facebook at Watt Mountain Wanderers Snowmobile Club

18/10/2024

As the temperatures drop it’s time to think about riding indoors this winter! 🐎

The Rocky Lane Agricultural Society has an incredible facility to utilize that will let you enjoy more time in the saddle during the colder months ahead.

For more information, follow their page at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100082151840044&mibextid=LQQJ4d or give them a call at 780-927-3812.

16/10/2024

If you're looking for a cozy stay this fall in a one-of-a-kind location, then one of the Bed & Breakfasts in the Mackenzie Region might be just what you're needing! 🍂

🏡 Country Gardens Inn, Fort Vermilion
(780) 927-3773 or https://www.countrygardensbb.com/

🏡 Cabin in the Woods Bed & Breakfast, La Crete
(780) 285-1034 or https://www.cabininthewoodsbandb.com/

🔗Learn more by visiting the “Stay” page on our website.

14/10/2024

We’re grateful for the beauty of the Mackenzie Region and all the wonderful people and businesses who make our area so special. ♥️

Have a happy Thanksgiving everyone!

11/10/2024

Located in Fort Vermilion, and also known as the "Big House" and "Factor's House," the Old Bay House is the only Hudson's Bay Company factor's house remaining on its original site in Alberta.

Following the decline of the fur trade posts, The Old Bay House became a private residence owned by various people and at one point was abandoned and gutted. However, in 1988 The Friends of the Old Bay House Society began a project to restore the grand property.

🔗Learn more and plan your trip by visiting the history page on our website and opening the PDF brochure:https://mackenziefrontier.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/FV-Historical-Guide.pdf

09/10/2024

Autumn is in full force and we’re loving every second of it! 🍂🍁🧡

07/10/2024

07/10/2024

The Northern Lights Rec. Centre is the perfect place to get some movement in when the temperatures start to drop. 🍂

With youth and adult programming, a bowling alley, ice rink, field house and youth centre, you're sure to keep active there! 🏀🎳🏒

La Crete Recreation

🔗Learn more at: http://NLRECCENTRE.COM

05/10/2024

The Camping in the Forest Capital of Canada 2024 Mackenzie Region promotion was a huge success!!
Four winners not only enjoyed camping here in the Boreal but also walked away with a great prize pack!!

04/10/2024

Fall is in the air, which means now is the perfect time to treat yourself to a delicious drink from The Espresso House in La Crete! 🍂☕️

This café and bistro is located on Main Street and serves up delicious food and Starbucks coffee, which can be ordered ahead of time online at:
https://theespressohouse.revelup.online/store/1/category/9/subcategory/11