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lvl3 Alberta G to L

Find the letters on the map. Then read about the communities, places and events below.

G. Grande Cache
H. Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump
I. Icefields Parkway
J. Jasper National Park
K. Kananaskis Country
L. Legal

 

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G. Grande Cache

Grande Cache is a town in the Rocky Mountains. You can do many outdoor activities in the area.

 

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Grande Cache is near a wilderness park. You can't drive into the park. But you can hike, bike or ride a horse into the park.

 

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H. Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump

This park protects an old buffalo jump. Aboriginal people hunted here. They drove buffalo over the cliffs. They used most parts of the buffalo: the meat, fat, bones and hides.

 

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There are many displays in the visitors' centre. Ask about special events. For example: Aboriginal drumming, dancing, storytelling.

 

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I. Icefields Parkway

The Icefields Parkway is a highway in the Rocky Mountains. It is between Jasper and Lake Louise.

 

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There is lots to see along the way. Stop at the Columbia Icefields and look at the glaciers.

 

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J. Jasper National Park

Jasper National Park is a beautiful place to visit. It is in the Rocky Mountains.

 

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Many people like to camp in Jasper. You can go for short walks or long hikes. Don't miss Maligne Canyon and Miette Hot Springs!

 

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K. Kananaskis Country

You can see foothills and mountains in Kananaskis Country.

There are many parks, trails and campgrounds.

 

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William Watson Lodge is for people with disabilities. The lodge, cabins, campsites and trails are accessible. People in wheelchairs can use them easily.

 

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William Watson Lodge

 

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  • Phone: 310-0000, then 403-591-7227 (free)
  • The lodge is open year-round.
  • Anyone can visit the lodge and use the trails.
  • The cabins and campsites are for people with disabilities and their families.
  • Seniors 65 and over can also stay there.
  • The Alberta government runs the lodge.

L. Legal

You can hear French and English in Legal. It is a bilingual town.

Fęte au Village is a summer festival. Enjoy the music and events. For example: a chili contest, parade and demolition derby.

 

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