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Adrenaline junkies need to try these Cochrane, Alberta adventures
Cochrane is a small Alberta town with a big sense of adventure. Just 20 minutes west of Calgary in the...
Group getaway in the charming town of Cochrane, Alberta
Looking around, you notice that every single person in your group has a smile on their face. In fact, the...
Fall is here! 4 best things to do in the fall in Cochrane
The leaves are changing and the temperature is dropping—get ready for an incredible autumn adventure in Cochrane! Whether you're looking...
Alberta road trips by car: 5 places to explore near Cochrane
Road tripping is about the journey as much as the destination. We’ve got the best Cochrane road trip ideas, so...
3 adventure cycling opportunities from Cochrane
Embark on a thrilling day of adventure cycling in Cochrane, where a variety of routes cater to all types of...
What to do when it’s hot: A leisurely summer day with the family
Wondering what to do when it’s hot out? Pause and embrace a slow summer day. Spend time connecting with your...
Top 5 best picnic spots for families in Cochrane
Looking for the best picnic spots for a family-friendly outing in Cochrane? With its stunning natural scenery and extensive park...
ITINERARY: Patio tour weekend for happy hour in Cochrane and more
Raise the bar on patio season! Summer is here, and it’s time to soak up the sun on Cochrane’s best...
Links of GlenEagles and 4 other greens to hit in Cochrane
Time to par-tee with a day on the golf course! Cochrane is a hole-in-1 when it comes to golfing—swing by...
White water rafting in Alberta and 4 other Cochrane adventures for adrenaline junkies
Thrill-seekers unite! Get your heart pumping with high-octane excitement in Cochrane. There’s something for everyone to push their limits and...
Mark your calendar for the Cochrane Rodeo and 4 other summer events
Pack your schedule with all the must-do events of the season! Cochrane summers are full of family-friendly events, from fireworks...
ITINERARY: The perfect summer vacation family weekend in Cochrane
Be swept away by the charm of Cochrane, Alberta with the perfect summer vacation itinerary. Pairing scenic beauty with summer...
Itinerary: Cochrane mother and daughter weekend getaway
Spend some quality time with your mom! Whether you’re looking for Mother’s Day ideas or just reconnecting, nurture your relationship...
Celebrate springtime with 10 reasons to visit Cochrane this April
The sun is shining and the buds are in bloom—it’s springtime in Cochrane! Whether you’re looking to treat a special...
6 thoughtful Valentine’s Day gifts you can find locally
Love is in the air—do you have your hearts and chocolate at the ready? We have the best local, Valentine’s...
Best friend gift ideas for any occasion
A thoughtful present can show your closest friend how much you care, and how well you know her. Gift giving...
Top 4 stops for a local and memorable girls’ getaway
Gather your beloved girlfriends, it’s time to reunite, reminisce, and make precious new memories together! You don’t have to break...
Cheers to the best patios in Cochrane
Nothing makes a sunny day better than lounging on a patio with a cold and delicious drink in hand. From...
Picnic ideas to make your outing epic
Got sunshine on your mind? Hosting an epic picnic is easy with a backdrop as beautiful as Cochrane.  Have a...
Shop Local – order picnics and receive a FREE backpack cooler
The sun is shining and it’s time to hit your favourite park with a basket full of goodies! For the...
Experience the spirits of Cochrane
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Local spirit is always in style! Quench your thirst with the finest concoctions from Alberta meaderies and distilleries, served...
Pedal your way through the best of Alberta bike routes
The wheels on the bike go ’round and ’round! Cochrane has some of the best Alberta bike shops to get...
Top 5 unique things to do in Alberta this summer
Feel the cool air as you cast a line into the river or pedal hard over new terrain. Saunter through...
Best multi-generational things to do in the winter in Alberta
The snow is falling and the outdoors is calling! The coldest time of year doesn’t have to mean days spent...
Fun Festivities in February
Celebrate Unique National Holidays! There may be 6 more weeks of winter if prairie prognosticator Balzac Billy is to be...
Celebrate Inspire Your Heart With Art Day with local artists!
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Celebrate Inspire Your Heart With Art Day and check out your new favourite Alberta art gallery and the talents...
Get outside and Snowshoe!
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Snowshoeing Adventures Here's the beautiful thing about snowshoeing: you don't need to be a finely tuned and trained athlete...
Get outside and try Dog Sledding!
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Mushing in the Mountains Pictures, as a rule, can't convey sounds. But every now and then – say when...
Get Outside and meet the Wolfdogs!
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] There’s No Place Like Home Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary, on the outskirts of Cochrane, is in the business of providing...
Get out and enjoy our Winter Wonderland!
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]According to National Day Calendar, the first Saturday of every month is National Play Outside Day and here in Cochrane,...
Cochrane winter activities for the whole family
In Cochrane, there are plenty of outdoor winter activities to keep your family exploring from dawn till dusk. Don’t let...
Discover the town of Cochrane’s arts and culture
When you’re done enjoying the view of our idyllic river valley, explore the town of Cochrane’s rich arts and culture...
Romantic weekend getaways in Cochrane
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Plan the perfect romantic weekend getaways for you and your partner. Discover the artisans of historic downtown Cochrane, stroll...
Fun-filled family things to do in Alberta this weekend
If you’re looking for fun, family-friendly things to do in Alberta this weekend, escape the hustle and bustle of the...
Fall is in the Air!
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]September brings the vibrant colors of fall along with some amazing adventures right here in your backyard!   Let's remember to...
Explore Cochrane this summer!
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Throughout August, get out and Explore Cochrane!   Let's remember to support our local businesses as we celebrate the following holidays:...
Summer Adventure in Cochrane
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Throughout July, let's celebrate Summer adventures in Cochrane!   Let's remember to support our local businesses as we celebrate the following...
Gateway to Summer!
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This week, let's celebrate the gateway to summer during these last weeks of June.   Let's remember to support our local...
Celebrate the Great Outdoors!!
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This week, we celebrate the great outdoors as we kick off the month of June.  Let's remember to support our...
Get Ready for the Long Weekend!
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This week, here are some great ideas to help you get ready for the Long Weekend!! Let's remember to support...
The Bridge between Spring and Summer!
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This week, we know we are crossing the bridge between spring and summer with the arrival of the calypso orchid...
Marvelous Month of May!
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This week, we are in the marvelous month of May!  As we start to see the purple and gold of...
Blossom by blossom the spring begins!
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This week, the spring flowers have started to bloom.  Let's support our local businesses as we celebrate the following holidays:...
Things can seem unsettled, but Spring is in the Air!
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This week, we might have snow or sunshine and things may seem unsettled, but spring is in the air!  Let's...
Blossoms on the horizon in April!
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This week, let's celebrate the beginning of April as we wait for the blossoms to transform!  Let's support our local...
Every Moment can be a Memory!
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This week, let's start making new memories!   As the Mountain Bluebirds returns, it's a great time to get out and...
Making Memories this Spring!
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This week, let's start making new memories!   With the crocuses starting to bloom, it is a sure sign of spring. ...
Community, Culinary and Custom Memories!!
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This week, let's start making new memories!   Give a shout out to the women who go the extra mile to...
Let’s Make Memories in March Cochrane!!
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This week, let's start making new memories!  Whether you are supporting our community health, trying something new in the backcountry...
Let’s Celebrate Sweet & Savoury Cochrane!
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This week, there is a celebration for everyone in the family!   We are celebrating the following holidays: Feb 23 -...
Let’s Celebrate with Treats for the whole family Cochrane!
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This week, there is a celebration for everyone in the family!   We are celebrating the following holidays: Feb 15 -...
Let’s Celebrate Food & Fun Cochrane!!
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Did you know that you can celebrate every day of the year!  You can even create your own National Holiday! ...
Let’s Celebrate Cochrane!
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Did you know that you can celebrate every day of the year!  You can even create your own National Holiday! ...
Get outside and Skate!
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Skating and more at Mitford Pond His blistering speed reminded me of Connor McDavid. His super-sonic shot of Alexander...
Treasure Hunting in Historic Downtown Cochrane
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Hunting for treasure begins with finding the new locations for a number of our delightful shops. There’s been some reshuffling...
Spray Lake Sawmills Family Sports Centre
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Here's the cold hard truth: the weather in southern Alberta is unpredictable. And that's on a good day. You can...
Thanksgiving in Cochrane
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]It has been a difficult year for many of us, yet we can still count our blessings and give thanks...
Rad Road Rides Around Cochrane
[vc_row type="vc_default"][vc_column][vc_column_text] Road Cycling When you're itching for a ride (for me and many other cyclists, this is a daily...
Fall Foliage – Get Out And Enjoy The Season
FALL FOR AUTUMN Like the song says, it’s “here for a good time, not a long time, so have a...
CELEBRATE ALL THINGS ITALIAN THIS WEEKEND
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Italians know how to celebrate. From masked balls to street parties with giant papier-mâché floats to (my favourite) battle reenactments...
Live Your Own Adventure
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Adventure lies in wait all around Cochrane. And let’s face it, we’re all ready to venture (safely) outdoors while the...
Remember to Breathe
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Remember to Breathe This Weekend The summer months are all about relaxing and enjoying what the season has to offer....
Art For Arts Sake
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The art scene in Cochrane is bursting at the seams these days, with a new gallery collective displaying the wares...
Adventures on the Heritage Day Long Weekend
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Heritage Days To celebrate Heritage Day long weekend, we would like to pay homage to the ranching families that...
Jingle all the way this weekend with Christmas in July!
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Create a new family tradition or honour an old one and celebrate Christmas in July in Cochrane. Why July 25?...
Let’s Celebrate New Holidays This July!
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Celebrations in July - Cochrane Style! The month of July is filled with bizarre and unique celebrations. Who knew...
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