OUTDOOR ADVENTURES
We organize cycling, canoeing, guided
history tours and hiking day trips as well as x-c skiing (even moonlight ski excursions).
Scenic
History
This
region, rich in local history with fur trading at Manchester House from 1784 as
well as the Riel Rebellion, is very scenic - offering a wide diversion of
terrain; from long steep hills along the banks of the North Saskatchewan River
– to rolling farmland intersected by sandy trails bordered by Saskatoon berry
and chokecherry bushes. Choosing a route
east of
Mountain BikeTours
Cyclists will find miles (or even more kilometers) of country roads to explore in this neck of the woods. Many of the roads within the R.M of Turtle River surrounding Edam have been paved with oil sands, creating a dust-free environment for cyclists. Traffic is generally light and motorists always courteous, resulting in a safe environment for law-abiding bikers.
Escorted
Canoe excursions
The North Saskatchewan River flows past the Edam area to the south-west. Pine Island, site of fur-trading posts in ages passed, makes for an excellent drop-off point for canoeists. Traveling downstream from here to the Paynton Ferry crossing affords a scenic and diverse day-trip.
Visitors can purchase a county map at the RM office on Main Street in Edam, or ask one of the locals to suggest routes to explore.
Hiking &
Birding
Hikers can access a recreational trail at DULWICH which has been developed by EDAM SKI CLUB to provide set track for cross-country skiers.
The property belongs to 2 local families graciously granting access to users who respect their `leave it as you found it’ philosophy.
Whereas the HORSE HILL trails are only accessible in winter due to serving as pasture during the summer, the DULWICH area trails are open to environment- minded users year-round. This trail system is ideal for hikers and bird watchers.
For access, follow the directional signs along highway # 26 north of Edam approximately 8 km. There is a site map at the trailhead parking area.
Running parallel to the Turtle Creek and situated mainly in the creek valley, the pristine terrain of willows, poplars and prairie grasses provides safe haven for abundant wildlife.
A herd of mule deer have made this area their home. Hawks, eagles, and owls have nested here annually. Hikers will know by the screeching when they venture too close to a nest.
Here the creek has been home to a colony of beaver that are not too shy to show themselves to the quiet and patient observer.
There
is a rest area towards the north end of the trail system at Dulwich Station
offering benches and an outdoor privy.
For more information call (306)397-2335.
Prairie Stewardship Program: http://www.swa.ca/Stewardship/PrairieStewardship/
Canada Trails - biking, hiking and x-c skiing. http://www.canadatrails.ca/
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