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the "International" to the Goat Haunt on Waterton Lake. What about a trail ride for several days in Alberta's Rockies, or the beautiful Porcupine Hills south of Calgary? Have you ever been on the Crypt Lake trail in Waterton Lakes National Park, one of Canada's top 10 hikes? My biggest problem is deciding where to go, there are so many choices.

So, where do you get some information about Alberta's camping scene? For starters, get your hands on the following two key brochures. The "Alberta Campground Guide" which lists private campgrounds and resorts, national and provincial parks, recreation and day use areas, and last but not least Alberta's adventure experiences and is available online at Travel Alberta. Secondly, "Alberta's Provincial Parks" brochure which lists all the parks and recreation areas, and provides a map showing their location, also available online If you have access to the internet you can search out a lot of other information about parks and recreational opportunities in Alberta from the comfort of your home. The national parks have brochures available that can be obtained by calling Parks Canada offices. Detailed maps of these parks are available from Gem Trek Publishing ; I have found them invaluable and well worth the cost. Hot off the press is Lesley and Randy Whitte's book on "Camping Alberta's Rocky / Clearwater Forest" @ $9.95 which features information on campgrounds and recreational opportunities west of Rocky Mountain House, Edmonton's Rocky Mountain playground.

For nature lovers, there is no better place than Alberta to experience the great outdoors. Whether you simply want to relax, have a change of pace, or want to pursue hobbies such as fishing, hiking, photography or bird watching, there are many places to go. Parks are also a good place to learn about the outdoors so take advantage of the guided hikes and interpretive programs.

Ever thought of sleeping in a teepee and listening to the quite roar of an airtight stove after a day of trail riding in Alberta's Rockies? What about that cup of hot chocolate by the campfire after an evening in the Miette hot pool in Jasper? Catching a fat trout on a dry fly on one of Alberta's many streams in the Eastern Slopes? Don't just think about it, make some plans to enjoy Alberta's camping scene now!

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