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Stay up to date about recreational and cultural events, programs and experiences happening in the County, the region, and provincial/federal initiatives and incentives that promote recreation and culture!
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OHV Helmet Law
The OHV (off highway vehicle) Helmet Law has taken effect on May 15th. OHV riders are now required to wear a helmet while on public and crown land. The fine for failing to wear a helmet is $155.00
For more information, please see the FAQ sheet link below or visit Alberta Transportation's website.
Experience Alberta History-Annual Pass
Looking to spend 2017/2018 visiting Alberta's provincial historic sites and museums? Get unlimited admission with the Experience Alberta History Annual Pass! Rates are:
Family: $150
Adult: $50
Senior: $40
Youth: $30
Under 7: FREE
Passes are available for purchase upon arrival at major Government of Alberta provincial heritage facilities (except Royal Tyrrell Museum Field Station), or at any AMA offices in Alberta.
Local Parks Pass
The County of Northern Lights and the Manning & District ECD Community Coalition have partnered together to create a Parks Pass brochure to get families out and active. The Parks Pass has a map with locations of public parks & playgrounds from Paddle Prairie all the way to Deadwood! Each park/playground is highlighted with ways you can use the play facility to help develop one of the five developmental domains. Please note that the new North Star Playground will be installed soon!
Parks Passes are available at the FCSS office and County of Northern Lights office in Manning. You can also print your own copy by clicking the link below.
Have fun!
Plan Your Camping Adventure!
June is a great time of year to get a head start on planning and preparing for your camping trips. Check out all the Provincial Parks & campgrounds in the County, Manning, Peace River & Grimshaw area. Plus, there is this handy dandy free camping check list to make sure you don't leave anything important behind!
Passport 2017
Launched early this year, Passport 2017 helps you find, or list, Canada 150 activities near you using the website or the free app! You’ll also have access to articles that feature and showcase parts of Canada’s history, culture and famous Canadians like Mr. Dressup and k.d. Lang.
ParticipACTION 150 Play List & Prizes
ParticipACTION is celebrating Canada’s 150th Birthday with a 150 Play List; 150 ultimate activities that define our land and our people.
Canadians sign up to participate and track the activities they complete. Tracking your activities gets your name in for some pretty awesome prizes.
Weekly prizes of gift cards and fitness trackers, Monthly prizes of trips to the Grey Cup, Manulife LPGA Tour, Canadian Tours by Fairmount and a grand prize of a new Chevrolet vehicle!
The more activities you track, the greater your chances of winning! Now, time to get signed up and get out tracking your activities.
Seniors Week, June 5th-11th
Each year Albertans come together and celebrate seniors and the contributions they have made to our communities. Events are held throughout the week in the County of Northern Lights and surrounding municipalities. In addition to events being held, there is the County of Northern Lights Senior of the Year Award. This annual award is given to a dedicated senior who resides in the County. Seniors are nominated by fellow community members and the winner is chosen via a selection committee.
County in Bloom Workshop: In the Vegetable Garden with Lorraine Taylor
Join us May 12th or 13th for a fun, informative and interactive workshop with horticulturist Lorraine Taylor. Lorraine will get us set for a productive growing season chatting about picking the best garden spot, good garden soil, extending the season and pests (to name a few). This workshop is great for new and seasoned gardeners. Attendees will also enjoy refreshments and a chance to win door prizes, and because it is Mother's Day weekend, there are extra door prize entries for all the moms.
Visit the event calendar for more information and ticket purchasing.
Kids in Bloom Craftshops
Kids in Bloom is back for a second year, after a successful launch in 2016. This year, kids 12 and under will be making and painting their own terracotta butterfly feeders and will then enjoy a drink and a treat. For more information visit the event calendar.