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A Day In Grande Prairie! (Things to do and places
to see--where I'd take my guests.)
Day 1: |
Morning: |
Breakfast at The Ritz--great
breakfast, reasonable prices, superb service.
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Walk in Muskoseepi Park--Grande Prairie's Urban Park:
Start at the Tourist Information Bureau, under the huge
sun dial, on the bypass just before the bypass turns from east->west to
north->south. It's called the "Center 2000".
While at the Bureau, pick up some maps and find out about
activities of interest to you! (Maybe the Rotary Club's Bus Tour, or
some live theatre?) Be sure to visit the "mini" Tyrrell Museum"
downstairs in the Center 2000 (very mini--but very well done).
There are about three walks from here:
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Around the lake, 25 minutes
Canada Geese, Loons, and a beautiful view. Stop at the log cabin and
take a look at "Art In the Park".
Grande Prairie Regional College, an additional 20 minutes.
Located on the other side of the lake, GPRC's "old" building was
designed by Cardinal--the aboriginal architect--and is worth seeing!
Check out the bricklaying on the "old" part of the building.
Cardinal had to threaten to fire some of the bricklayers--he wanted rough
work but the bricklayers were too professional!
When you are in the "Concourse", look up! The scalloped edges along
the center well represent mud flats along a river bed.
Except for door jambs, it is rather hard to find many straight lines in
the walls!
The "new" part of the building is impressive--but not as interesting!
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| 1 to 2 Hours:
Keep going straight down the hill when you get to the dam. In about
10 minutes you will be at the Pavilion. Kids love the mini climbing
walls, and other playground equipment (including a water/spray area and
outdoor swimming pool). Have a snack from the concession while you
check out the trout pond!
Be sure to visit the main G.P. Museum and Pioneer Village, across
the creek.
Head back, walking on the other side of the lake, and visit GPRC
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| 2 to 3 Hours:
All of the above, except instead of coming back after the Museum, just
keep walking south! Beautiful, tree lined, paved trails--complete
with picnic areas--along Bear Creek.
Keep walking 'til 1/2 your time is gone, then return along the same
trails. Be sure to finish the walk around the lake!
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Afternoon: |
Lunch at Tony Roma's--super lunch specials,
friendly service, nice atmosphere.
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Visit Prairie Mall, Grande Prairie's largest indoor shopping mall.
While there, have a coffee in the food court, and stock up on books for a
rainy day.
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Evening: |
Supper at East Side Mario's, eat in the pub and enjoy the peanuts, but
try the Seafood Linguini!
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Take in the theatre, either a live performance, or one of the cinemas.
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That's Day 1, more days will be added!
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