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Two Lakes Provincial Park campground guide

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Provides information for campers at Two Lakes Provincial Park, located in the foothills of northwestern Alberta southwest of Grande Prairie. The guide includes a map of the park and surrounding... More ≫

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Provides information for campers at Two Lakes Provincial Park, located in the foothills of northwestern Alberta southwest of Grande Prairie. The guide includes a map of the park and surrounding area, campsite regulations, and contacts for more information such as learning about any active fire bans.

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Pre-summer Alberta tourism operator survey

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This summary report reflects comments from a cross-section of the province’s tourism industry including hotel/motel properties, attractions and events, campground and RV parks, and tour operators.... More ≫

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This summary report reflects comments from a cross-section of the province’s tourism industry including hotel/motel properties, attractions and events, campground and RV parks, and tour operators. It further provides a geographic representation of industry operators throughout the province and those outside operators serving Alberta’s tourism industry.

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Dillberry Lake Provincial Park campground guide

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Provides information for campers at Dillberry Lake Provincial Park, located south of Lloydminster near Provost. The guide includes a map of the park and surrounding area, and contacts for more... More ≫

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Provides information for campers at Dillberry Lake Provincial Park, located south of Lloydminster near Provost. The guide includes a map of the park and surrounding area, and contacts for more information such as learning about any active fire bans.

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Cross Lake Provincial Park campground guide

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Provides information for campers at Cross Lake Provincial Park is located on Steele Lake, less than two hours drive north of Edmonton, near the town of Fawcett. The guide includes a map of the... More ≫

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Provides information for campers at Cross Lake Provincial Park is located on Steele Lake, less than two hours drive north of Edmonton, near the town of Fawcett. The guide includes a map of the park and surrounding area, and contacts for more information such as learning about any active fire bans.

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Recreational vehicle camping in Alberta : a demand and supply side perspective

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A study of recreational vehicle (RV) campers and campgrounds was conducted in February and March of 2009 to assess if Alberta campgrounds are adequate in numbers, condition and diversity. Study... More ≫

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A study of recreational vehicle (RV) campers and campgrounds was conducted in February and March of 2009 to assess if Alberta campgrounds are adequate in numbers, condition and diversity. Study findings provide an assessment of the status of the travel industry in light of economic changes, the current campground situation in Alberta in terms of the supply side (manufacturers and RV campground operations) and the demand side (users of Alberta campgrounds), highlights significant trends impacting RV campground operation and development, and identifies best practices in campground operations.

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William A. Switzer Provinical Park : Athabasca Lookout Nordic Centre

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This world-class facility provides 35 kilometres of well-maintained cross-country ski trails for skate and classic skiing, a biathlon range, and a luge track. The centre can be enjoyed in spring,... More ≫

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This world-class facility provides 35 kilometres of well-maintained cross-country ski trails for skate and classic skiing, a biathlon range, and a luge track. The centre can be enjoyed in spring, summer and fall as well. Forested trails offer opportunities for hiking and mountain biking; there are breathtaking views of the Rocky Mountains and foothills from Athabasca Lookout viewpoint; and the centre also serves as a group use area during camping season. Athabasca Lookout Nordic Centre is 20 kilometres north of Hinton – follow Highway 16 west to the Grande Cache turnoff then follow Highway 40 north for 14 kilometres to Athabasca Tower Road.

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European segmentation study Alberta summary

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Presents the findings of research conducted on behalf of the Canadian Tourism Commission to investigate the state of tourism travel to Canada from various European countries. In order to gather... More ≫

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Presents the findings of research conducted on behalf of the Canadian Tourism Commission to investigate the state of tourism travel to Canada from various European countries. In order to gather grassroots insights to shape the quantitative survey, as well as to give context to its results, focus groups were conducted among U.K., French and German travellers. This report focuses on the most relevant data for Alberta from the three European studies.

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The Canadian market for hikers, climbers & paddlers in Alberta : a special analysis of the 2006 Travel Activities and Motivation Survey (TAMS)

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Alberta Tourism, Parks, Recreation and Culture commissioned a set of Canadian tourist profiles based on activity-based sectors identified in the 2006 Travel Activities and Motivation Survey:... More ≫

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Alberta Tourism, Parks, Recreation and Culture commissioned a set of Canadian tourist profiles based on activity-based sectors identified in the 2006 Travel Activities and Motivation Survey: cultural tourists; fairs & festivals tourists; hikers, climbers & paddlers; archaeological & palaeontological tourists; and Aboriginal culture tourists. This profile describes hikers, climbers & paddlers.

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The American market for hunting in Alberta : a special analysis of the 2006 Travel Activities and Motivation Survey (TAMS)

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Alberta Tourism, Parks, Recreation and Culture commissioned a set of American tourist profiles based on activity-based sectors identified in the 2006 Travel Activities and Motivation Survey:... More ≫

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Alberta Tourism, Parks, Recreation and Culture commissioned a set of American tourist profiles based on activity-based sectors identified in the 2006 Travel Activities and Motivation Survey: cultural tourists; fairs & festivals tourists; hunters; and archaeological experiences tourists. This profile describes hunters.

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The American market for cultural tourism in Alberta : a special analysis of the 2006 Travel Activities and Motivation Survey (TAMS)

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Alberta Tourism, Parks, Recreation and Culture commissioned a set of American tourist profiles based on activity-based sectors identified in the 2006 Travel Activities and Motivation Survey:... More ≫

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Alberta Tourism, Parks, Recreation and Culture commissioned a set of American tourist profiles based on activity-based sectors identified in the 2006 Travel Activities and Motivation Survey: cultural tourists; fairs & festivals tourists; hunters; and archaeological experiences tourists. This profile describes cultural tourists.

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