• Thursday Night Adult Group Ski at Hinton Nordic Centre - classic or skate skiing
• Suitable for adults of all levels, lit trails
• Bring a headlamp
• More info: www.hintonnordic.ca or Hinton Nordic Centre facebook

Come visit us at Switzer Visitor Centre from 11am - 4pm on Saturdays and Sundays in January and February!

You can:

• Rent snowshoes: $5/hr, $20/day, $40/family for a day
• Borrow toboggans
• Get trail information for hiking, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, or fat biking
• Find out where to winter camp
• Buy firewood and have a campfire
• Grab some hot chocolate or coffee for your adventure and browse the gift shop

More Information:

Hinton Parks Office 780-865-8395
Switzer Visitor Centre 780-865-5600

• Hike or Snowshoe - dependent on snow conditions
• Meet at Switzer Visitor Centre at 12 noon, 2 hour hike, hiking locations will vary
• Snowshoe Rentals available for $5/person
• Come prepared:  dress in layers, bring extra socks, treats, water, tea, sunglasses, winter boots
• Hikes are focused on winter travel safety, technique, winter survival, animal tracks, how to dress, comfort and fun in the snow!
• Hike will be cancelled if temperature is below -20 Celsius

More Information:

780-865-8395 or jennifer.windl@gov.ab.ca

Come visit us at Switzer Visitor Centre from 11am - 4pm on Saturdays and Sundays in January and February!

You can:

• Rent snowshoes: $5/hr, $20/day, $40/family for a day
• Borrow toboggans
• Get trail information for hiking, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, or fat biking
• Find out where to winter camp
• Buy firewood and have a campfire
• Grab some hot chocolate or coffee for your adventure and browse the gift shop

More Information:

Hinton Parks Office 780-865-8395
Switzer Visitor Centre 780-865-5600

• Thursday Night Adult Group Ski at Hinton Nordic Centre - classic or skate skiing
• Suitable for adults of all levels, lit trails
• Bring a headlamp
• More info: www.hintonnordic.ca or Hinton Nordic Centre facebook

Come visit us at Switzer Visitor Centre from 11am - 4pm on Saturdays and Sundays in January and February!

You can:

• Rent snowshoes: $5/hr, $20/day, $40/family for a day
• Borrow toboggans
• Get trail information for hiking, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, or fat biking
• Find out where to winter camp
• Buy firewood and have a campfire
• Grab some hot chocolate or coffee for your adventure and browse the gift shop

More Information:

Hinton Parks Office 780-865-8395
Switzer Visitor Centre 780-865-5600

• Hike or Snowshoe - dependent on snow conditions
• Meet at Switzer Visitor Centre at 12 noon, 2 hour hike, hiking locations will vary
• Snowshoe Rentals available for $5/person
• Come prepared:  dress in layers, bring extra socks, treats, water, tea, sunglasses, winter boots
• Hikes are focused on winter travel safety, technique, winter survival, animal tracks, how to dress, comfort and fun in the snow!
• Hike will be cancelled if temperature is below -20 Celsius

More Information:

780-865-8395 or jennifer.windl@gov.ab.ca

Come visit us at Switzer Visitor Centre from 11am - 4pm on Saturdays and Sundays in January and February!

You can:

• Rent snowshoes: $5/hr, $20/day, $40/family for a day
• Borrow toboggans
• Get trail information for hiking, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, or fat biking
• Find out where to winter camp
• Buy firewood and have a campfire
• Grab some hot chocolate or coffee for your adventure and browse the gift shop

More Information:

Hinton Parks Office 780-865-8395
Switzer Visitor Centre 780-865-5600

• Thursday Night Adult Group Ski at Hinton Nordic Centre - classic or skate skiing
• Suitable for adults of all levels, lit trails
• Bring a headlamp
• More info: www.hintonnordic.ca or Hinton Nordic Centre facebook

Snow! Skiing! Chilli! What could be more fun?!

A cross country ski loppet is a timed event but really it is all about participation and having fun with other skiers at this family friendly event.

Race Start:  11:00 a.m.

Be sure to check www.hintonnordic.ca or the Hinton Nordic Centre facebook page for information and updates on this event

Family Day Weekend is free Family Fishing Weekend in Alberta - no licence required!

• Come give fishing a try in provincial parks with water bodies with open fishing seasons (not in national parks). All Alberta Fishing Regulations apply, including size and limits; be sure to be aware of annual changes to regulations
• Check the Alberta Guide to Sportfishing Regulations

Come visit us at Switzer Visitor Centre from 11am - 4pm on Saturdays and Sundays in January and February!

You can:

• Rent snowshoes: $5/hr, $20/day, $40/family for a day
• Borrow toboggans
• Get trail information for hiking, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, or fat biking
• Find out where to winter camp
• Buy firewood and have a campfire
• Grab some hot chocolate or coffee for your adventure and browse the gift shop

More Information:

Hinton Parks Office 780-865-8395
Switzer Visitor Centre 780-865-5600

• Hike or Snowshoe - dependent on snow conditions
• Meet at Switzer Visitor Centre at 12 noon, 2 hour hike, hiking locations will vary
• Snowshoe Rentals available for $5/person
• Come prepared:  dress in layers, bring extra socks, treats, water, tea, sunglasses, winter boots
• Hikes are focused on winter travel safety, technique, winter survival, animal tracks, how to dress, comfort and fun in the snow!
• Hike will be cancelled if temperature is below -20 Celsius

More Information:

780-865-8395 or jennifer.windl@gov.ab.ca

Bienvenue!   

Celebrate the French Canadian Culture and Food at this annual family friendly fun event!

• 12:00 to 4:00 pm
• Free cross country skiing (equipment supplied)
• Free kick sledding (equipment supplied, or bring your own toboggan)
• Traditional French Canadian cuisine available in concession (regular concession fare also available)
• Sugaring off on the snow (pure maple syrup on a stick) (for a fee)
• Traditional French music and fun activities

Hosted by: CPF (Canadian Parents for French, Hinton Group)

Come visit us at Switzer Visitor Centre from 11am - 4pm on Saturdays and Sundays in January and February!

You can:

• Rent snowshoes: $5/hr, $20/day, $40/family for a day
• Borrow toboggans
• Get trail information for hiking, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, or fat biking
• Find out where to winter camp
• Buy firewood and have a campfire
• Grab some hot chocolate or coffee for your adventure and browse the gift shop

More Information:

Hinton Parks Office 780-865-8395
Switzer Visitor Centre 780-865-5600

• Meet at 1:00 pm, plan on a 2-2.5 hour snowshoe
• Casual guided snowshoe through the forest; No experience necessary
• Led by ACC member Wayne Campbell
• Snowshoes provided if needed; Bring warm clothing, warm footwear, water, snack

Come visit us at Switzer Visitor Centre from 11am - 4pm on Saturdays and Sundays in January and February!

You can:

• Rent snowshoes: $5/hr, $20/day, $40/family for a day
• Borrow toboggans
• Get trail information for hiking, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, or fat biking
• Find out where to winter camp
• Buy firewood and have a campfire
• Grab some hot chocolate or coffee for your adventure and browse the gift shop

More Information:

Hinton Parks Office 780-865-8395
Switzer Visitor Centre 780-865-5600

• Thursday Night Adult Group Ski at Hinton Nordic Centre - classic or skate skiing
• Suitable for adults of all levels, lit trails
• Bring a headlamp
• More info: www.hintonnordic.ca or Hinton Nordic Centre facebook

Come visit us at Switzer Visitor Centre from 11am - 4pm on Saturdays and Sundays in January and February!

You can:

• Rent snowshoes: $5/hr, $20/day, $40/family for a day
• Borrow toboggans
• Get trail information for hiking, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, or fat biking
• Find out where to winter camp
• Buy firewood and have a campfire
• Grab some hot chocolate or coffee for your adventure and browse the gift shop

More Information:

Hinton Parks Office 780-865-8395
Switzer Visitor Centre 780-865-5600

• Hike or Snowshoe - dependent on snow conditions
• Meet at Switzer Visitor Centre at 12 noon, 2 hour hike, hiking locations will vary
• Snowshoe Rentals available for $5/person
• Come prepared:  dress in layers, bring extra socks, treats, water, tea, sunglasses, winter boots
• Hikes are focused on winter travel safety, technique, winter survival, animal tracks, how to dress, comfort and fun in the snow!
• Hike will be cancelled if temperature is below -20 Celsius

More Information:

780-865-8395 or jennifer.windl@gov.ab.ca

Come visit us at Switzer Visitor Centre from 11am - 4pm on Saturdays and Sundays in January and February!

You can:

• Rent snowshoes: $5/hr, $20/day, $40/family for a day
• Borrow toboggans
• Get trail information for hiking, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, or fat biking
• Find out where to winter camp
• Buy firewood and have a campfire
• Grab some hot chocolate or coffee for your adventure and browse the gift shop

More Information:

Hinton Parks Office 780-865-8395
Switzer Visitor Centre 780-865-5600

• Thursday Night Adult Group Ski at Hinton Nordic Centre - classic or skate skiing
• Suitable for adults of all levels, lit trails
• Bring a headlamp
• More info: www.hintonnordic.ca or Hinton Nordic Centre facebook

Come visit us at Switzer Visitor Centre from 11am - 4pm on Saturdays and Sundays in January and February!

You can:

• Rent snowshoes: $5/hr, $20/day, $40/family for a day
• Borrow toboggans
• Get trail information for hiking, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, or fat biking
• Find out where to winter camp
• Buy firewood and have a campfire
• Grab some hot chocolate or coffee for your adventure and browse the gift shop

More Information:

Hinton Parks Office 780-865-8395
Switzer Visitor Centre 780-865-5600

• Hike or Snowshoe - dependent on snow conditions
• Meet at Switzer Visitor Centre at 12 noon, 2 hour hike, hiking locations will vary
• Snowshoe Rentals available for $5/person
• Come prepared:  dress in layers, bring extra socks, treats, water, tea, sunglasses, winter boots
• Hikes are focused on winter travel safety, technique, winter survival, animal tracks, how to dress, comfort and fun in the snow!
• Hike will be cancelled if temperature is below -20 Celsius

More Information:

780-865-8395 or jennifer.windl@gov.ab.ca

Come visit us at Switzer Visitor Centre from 11am - 4pm on Saturdays and Sundays in January and February!

You can:

• Rent snowshoes: $5/hr, $20/day, $40/family for a day
• Borrow toboggans
• Get trail information for hiking, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, or fat biking
• Find out where to winter camp
• Buy firewood and have a campfire
• Grab some hot chocolate or coffee for your adventure and browse the gift shop

More Information:

Hinton Parks Office 780-865-8395
Switzer Visitor Centre 780-865-5600

Biathlon is an Olympic winter sport, which combines competitive, free-technique cross-country skiing and small-bore rifle marksmanship.  Be sure to check www.hintonnordic.ca or the Hinton Nordic Centre facebook page for information and updates on this event

July 4 & 5, 2020 is free Family Fishing Weekend in Alberta - no licence required!

• Come give fishing a try in provincial parks with water bodies with open fishing seasons (not in national parks). All Alberta Fishing Regulations apply, like size and catch limits, still apply; be sure to be aware of annual changes to regulations
• This includes all the lakes in William A. Switzer Park - and Jarvis Creek too
• Check the Alberta Guide to Sportfishing Regulations

July 4 & 5, 2020 is free Family Fishing Weekend in Alberta - no licence required!

• Come give fishing a try in provincial parks with water bodies with open fishing seasons (not in national parks). All Alberta Fishing Regulations apply, like size and catch limits, still apply; be sure to be aware of annual changes to regulations
• This includes all the lakes in William A. Switzer Park - and Jarvis Creek too
• Check the Alberta Guide to Sportfishing Regulations

• Come celebrate Parks Day from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.  Enjoy fun, educational, family-oriented events!
• Check out the wildlife displays, win prizes, or visit the mascots and the Alberta Parks horse patrol!
• Give ancient hunting techniques a try with traditional archery and atlatl spear throwers.
• Give lumberjack life a go with cross-cut saws!
• Prize draws at 2:00 at the Visitor Centre