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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!
Upcoming Dates
Community Block Party Planning Guides & Block Party Kits are here!
Summer is here and so are the Block Party Planning Guide & Activity Kits! Use the Block Party Guide to help plan your Block Party and sign out one of the activity kits to take your party to the next level of fun!
Residents of the Town of Manning and the County of Northern Lights can get the guide and an activity kit sign-out request here!
Bear Smart
Summer fun often means camping, hiking, biking, and many other outdoor adventures, which also means it is important to be bear smart. Cleaning up garbage, storing food properly and knowing how to identify bears and their presence is just a few things you should know. Learn more about bears and bear safety with this handy pamphlet from Alberta Parks and by visiting bit.ly/ABbearsmart
Camping Etiquette
Check out the Summer and Camping Guides Here! Remember: camping is one of the most popular summer activities in Alberta! Make sure everyone has a fun experience with these basic etiquette guidelines:
- Respect the environment and nature: Do not leave trash behind, or damage natural habitats. Leave no trace!
- Respect your neighbours: avoid loud, excessive or offensive noise, talking, or music at anytime of the day.
- Be courteous to campground staff and caretakers and follow posted campground rules.
- Practice safe burning with your campfire and never leave it unattended. Remember: when you put it out; soak it, stir it and soak it again!
- Keep pets on a leash, do not let them wander. It is not safe for them or others.
- Respect all posted speed limits. Be mindful and cautious of pedestrians, children and other obstructions while driving.
- Be mindful of potential wildlife in the area (bears, cougars, etc.)
- Remember, some Provincial parks are open, but are 'user maintained'.