Following is a list of suggested photo opportunities throughout Central Alberta. Thanks to Lynda Fawcett for putting this list together.
If anyone else has suggestions please email them to us via the link on the contact us page, we will be sure to add them to this list.
If anyone else has suggestions please email them to us via the link on the contact us page, we will be sure to add them to this list.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Last year there were a few cancellations so PLEASE verify the events BEFORE you head out.
Last year there were a few cancellations so PLEASE verify the events BEFORE you head out.
Jan 18, 2014
Wetaskiwin Snow Machine Drag Races 12-5pm
The Wetaskiwin Snow Drags is now an SSRA Snowmobile Drag Race.
Click on the link below to see some video of last years event.
This may be the perfect opportunity for you to try shooting some video.
http://www.history.alberta.ca/reynolds/specialevents/snowdrags.aspx
Suggested by Lynda Fawcett
Wetaskiwin Snow Machine Drag Races 12-5pm
The Wetaskiwin Snow Drags is now an SSRA Snowmobile Drag Race.
Click on the link below to see some video of last years event.
This may be the perfect opportunity for you to try shooting some video.
http://www.history.alberta.ca/reynolds/specialevents/snowdrags.aspx
Suggested by Lynda Fawcett
Jan 17-26, 2014
Ice Magic Festival - Lake Louise
The shores of Lake Louise will become an icy wonderland as ice carvers turn giant blocks of frozen water into Olympic themed works of art! The 34 hour competition, hosted by the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, showcases the world’s top carvers competing for the gold. Watch as these towering ice statues take shape over the weekend, all in one of the most picturesque settings imaginable. Click on the link below for more details.
http://therealbanff.com/ice-magic/
Suggested by Lynda Fawcett
Ice Magic Festival - Lake Louise
The shores of Lake Louise will become an icy wonderland as ice carvers turn giant blocks of frozen water into Olympic themed works of art! The 34 hour competition, hosted by the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, showcases the world’s top carvers competing for the gold. Watch as these towering ice statues take shape over the weekend, all in one of the most picturesque settings imaginable. Click on the link below for more details.
http://therealbanff.com/ice-magic/
Suggested by Lynda Fawcett
Jan 24 - Feb 22, 2014
Ice On Whyte
The International Ice Carving Competition where 10 teams of artists from around the world create amazing ice carvings. The ice carvings remain on exhibit for the duration of the festival. The evenings are filled with live music presented by Alberta musicians. There will be food, hot beverages, fashion, L'il Chipper ice carving lessons, crafts, cultural exhibits and much more.
Visit this link for more information http://www.iceonwhyte.ca/festival/2014-festival/
Suggested by Lynda Fawcett
Ice On Whyte
The International Ice Carving Competition where 10 teams of artists from around the world create amazing ice carvings. The ice carvings remain on exhibit for the duration of the festival. The evenings are filled with live music presented by Alberta musicians. There will be food, hot beverages, fashion, L'il Chipper ice carving lessons, crafts, cultural exhibits and much more.
Visit this link for more information http://www.iceonwhyte.ca/festival/2014-festival/
Suggested by Lynda Fawcett
Feb 14-16, 2014
Sled Dog Races - Pigeon Lake
Each Family Day long weekend there is dog sled races near Pigeon Lake. This is a fantastic photography opportunity. There are very few cameras present. Visit their website at http://www.pigeonlakesleddogclub.ca/default.shtml to learn more.
To see some of Naomi's images taken at this event follow this facebook link.
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.482879985111824.119947.169156336484192&
Suggested by Lynda Fawcett
Suggested by N McKinney and Lynda Fawcett
Sled Dog Races - Pigeon Lake
Each Family Day long weekend there is dog sled races near Pigeon Lake. This is a fantastic photography opportunity. There are very few cameras present. Visit their website at http://www.pigeonlakesleddogclub.ca/default.shtml to learn more.
To see some of Naomi's images taken at this event follow this facebook link.
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.482879985111824.119947.169156336484192&
Suggested by Lynda Fawcett
Suggested by N McKinney and Lynda Fawcett
Feb 16, 2014
Cow Lake Ice Fishing DerbyANNUAL FAMILY DAY ICE FISHING DERBY, Great fun, great prizes, and free hot dogs and pop, coffee. Breakfast buffet available.
Fishing start 9 am to 2 pm.
http://www.grandviewstage.com/special-events/
Suggested by Lynda Fawcett
Cow Lake Ice Fishing DerbyANNUAL FAMILY DAY ICE FISHING DERBY, Great fun, great prizes, and free hot dogs and pop, coffee. Breakfast buffet available.
Fishing start 9 am to 2 pm.
http://www.grandviewstage.com/special-events/
Suggested by Lynda Fawcett
April 15, 2014
Penumbra Lunar Eclipse
Visit this link for more information
http://www.moongiant.com/Lunar_Eclipse_Calendar.php
Suggested by Lynda Fawcett
Penumbra Lunar Eclipse
Visit this link for more information
http://www.moongiant.com/Lunar_Eclipse_Calendar.php
Suggested by Lynda Fawcett