What is there to do in Wetaskiwin?
4 January 2010
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In talking with people, one of the most common complaints about Wetaskiwin is that “there isn’t anything to do.” While this is definitely a concern, in some cases, the issue might just be about not knowing about what’s going on in the City and surrounding area.
So, the idea is simple:
Leave a comment (below) saying what it is that you like to do in Wetaskiwin.
It can be something easy (eg. ‘Go for a walk in Peace Hills Park’ ), seasonal (eg. ‘The Raw Hide Rodeo’), generational (something for teenagers, families, seniors), funny, boring, really it doesn’t matter — as long as its something to do.
We’ll take the compiled list and publish it on the website but also use portions at different times in various other media.
But now it’s up to you, what is there to do in Wetaskiwin?
– (Photo Credit: “To-do list book” by koalazymonkey. Used under a Creative Commons Attribution License)
Family day @ Bye the Lake Park. Went there one year & it was great! (from @VeJason via Twitter)
"Reynolds Museum, then take a ride in a 1929 vintage coach at the AB Central Railway Museum then dinner at Huckleberry's!" (from @VeJason via Twitter)
Lets see.. How about transportation, Walking @ Bye the Lake Park, Automobiles @ Reynolds Alberta Museum, Flight @ Canada's Aviation Hall of Fame, and Trains @ Alberta Central Alberta Railway Museum!
"Montgomery Glen Golf & Country Club is beautiful espesically after all the upgrades were done!" (from @VeJason via Twitter)
volunteer for the community. It's a great way to show your teenage children the benefits they have: Secret Santa, Meals on Wheels, the library, the hospital, Boys and Girls Club, Scouts/Guides, Minor Hockey, and local schools. All of these agencies or projects need volunteers.
Reading at By the Lake Park is fun to do in the summer.
Bi-Plane flight in the summer
"Stan Renolds Sales (Antique Wherehouse), 57 Street, all kinds of collectables, old car parts, Indian arrow heads, old books, coins etc." (submitted by email)
Visit one of the specialty shops "quilting supplies, wood working shops, "T" Shirt printing, banners at Wannasign" (submitted by email)
"Volunteer at Reynolds-Alberta Museum!" (from @jadenemah)
"Test drive the automile! Cars cost less!" (from @jadenemah)
You think walking in the winter, burrrr!!!! But really if you dress in layers, good old long johns and turtlenecks and don't forget your toque! A walk around the Peace Hills Park is absolutely peaceful and a good work out. If your dog is friendly, by all means let them enjoy a walk off the leash, they may even get a chance to chase a deer, or rabbits or foxes, and have a visit and play time with some other friendly dogs, and get to meet some folks you haven't met yet. The scenery is beautiful, you have some hills for that extra work out, the path for the most part is well packed, thanks to the diligent walkers and cross country skiers. There are even some good hills for tobogganing, watch out for the little ski jumps they've built, pack a thermos of hot chocolate and you're good to go! Make an afternoon of it. Lov'in it.
skating on the lake, bird watching , boat paddling, cycling, swimming, watching sunset/sunrise
"Become a pilot! Sign up for Ground School at @wetair" (from @jadenemah)
"Go to the Bunny Show! Jan 22-24, don't miss the annual Poultry & Rabbit Show!" (from @jadenemah)
Theatre!!! The Wetaskiwin Theatre Society is always looking for new members. AND you don't have to be an actor. Many of our members use a variety of other talents to contribute to our organization.
BTW, anyone ever consider re-establishing the arts council? It would be great to have a collaborative body to network and cross-promote events. (Yes, I am aware of the City's committee, but I am thinking of something that is exclusively arts focused).
It's something we're proposing in the draft document, it will be available soon for comment. Thanks Paris!
"Drop in or volunteer with ParentLINK or the Children's Indoor Playground Society (CHiPS)" (Submitted at City Hall)
"Visit the fountain at City Hall" (Submitted at City Hall)
"Get involved with the community garden!" (Submitted at City Hall)
"The annual Art Walk." (Submitted at City Hall)
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