All Agricultural in Alberta

It’s always a bright and happy day at Grow North Gardens. This unique family-owned business in the Heart of the Peace offers much more than traditional bedding plants. In addition to carrying a massive variety of bedding plants, vegetables, house plants, trees and shrubs in the spring, this gorgeous flower farm is home to 90 unique types of fresh flowers for a flower subscription service available from June to September. Imagine fresh bouquets with snapdragons, peonies, lilies, gladiolas, dahlias, eucalyptus, delphiniums, double tulips and lupins – to name a few. If you love sunflowers, this farm is a must – they have a ton of different varieties and colours that will bring warmth to your home and heart.

Visitors can also experience the colors and fragrance of the flower farm by getting their “feet in the dirt” and literally picking the flowers from Grow North Gardens land for their bouquet. Want to learn how to make a decorative planter? Watch for their spring planter workshops, and during the Christmas season, you can sign up for a workshop to make wreaths, planters, door swag and centrepieces. Plus, kids love it here – in the spring season, they keep the bubble machine ready and the water table full for the smallest gardeners to enjoy. They also host an Easter Egg hunt and DIY stations. Are you having an event or a wedding? Grow North Gardens also provides fresh flowers for different events.

The family business started in 2017 by selling bouquets and plants at the Grande Prairie Farmers Market but quickly grew after they caught the bug for this fulfilling career. In 2018 they built a 6000 square feet greenhouse to grow flowers and vegetables.

Located on the northeast side of the Town of Fairview.
Take the east entrance into Fairview, head north and drive to 108 avenue. Turn right (or east) down a gravel road for 1 km and watch for signage. Grow North Farms is on the left.

Northern Dough – Freshly Baked Delights in Grimshaw, Alberta

Welcome to Northern Dough, where the irresistible aroma of fresh baking fills the air every day. This local gem is your go-to spot for delicious homemade treats. From soft sandwich loaves and tangy sourdough bread to gooey cinnamon buns, perfectly baked cookies, cheesy sticks, cupcakes, and more, there’s something to satisfy every craving.

Enjoy a warm bowl of the daily feature soup paired with a fresh sandwich, or sip on a freshly brewed coffee or chilled beverage. Whether you choose to relax in the cozy bakery or take your goodies home, Northern Dough offers the perfect combination of comfort and flavor.

Planning an event? Northern Dough crafts stunning charcuterie boards and takes custom orders for parties, meetings, or casual get-togethers. Just send an email with your request, and they’ll take care of the rest.

Stop by Northern Dough for freshly baked perfection—made with care every single day!

Barrel Wine ‘n’ Spirits – A Unique Liquor Shopping Experience in The Town of Peace River

Discover a world of exceptional flavors at Barrel Wine ‘n’ Spirits! They pride themselves on offering a carefully curated selection of liquor and beer that you won’t find anywhere else in the region. From rare finds and premium spirits to craft brews and unique wines, their collection is designed to delight every palate.

Conveniently located right beside Board ‘n’ Barrel, you can enjoy a delicious dinner next door before stopping in to grab the perfect drinks for your evening. Whether you are planning a night in or hosting friends, Barrel Wine ‘n’ Spirits has everything you need to make it special.

Established in 2018, the Fairview Farmers’ Market runs throughout the year with regular season hours being from July 3 to September 25 each Wednesday from 3:30 to 6:30PM at the Fairview Legion. Special markets are held in March, May, June, August, November, and December. Visitors can expect a bustling atmosphere filled with freshly baked items, high quality produce, handcrafted goods, and a variety of delicious foods from local vendors. 

Whether you’re looking for a unique gift or a tasty treat, you’re bound to find something special at these markets.

With over 6,000 artifacts, Girouxville’s Museum showcases the interesting history of the pioneers and missionaries who settled in the region. Visitors can browse artifacts that depict the natural history, fur trade, transportation, hunting, education and so much more from the area’s past.

Hours of operation: Monday to Friday 10am – 4pm during the summer months. Appointments can be made during the off season. 

Directions: Turn left onto Highway 49, then after 20km turn left onto Highway 744 and after 3.5km the destination is on your right.

Your ticket to bilingual agricultural tours and more!

Located in the Northern Alberta community of Peace River,  Northern Upshots specializes in drone aerial shots, action camera footage and high resolution videos. They aim to capture the north’s beauty from various perspectives and are passionate about featuring the diversity of the people, places and events in the region. They provide video services for weddings, motorsport events, local festivals and documentation of farm life.  They can “freeze the moment” for you to enjoy forever as they have the skills and equipment to deliver results!  Also, with their connection to multiple farmers in the area, they can coordinate bilingual farm tours. 

For more information contact Réjean Lavoie at (780) 618-9226

The Berwyn Agricultural Society is a dynamic organization dedicated to the advancement and promotion of agriculture within the Peace Region. Consisting of a diverse group of farmers, growers and agricultural enthusiasts, the Berwyn Agricultural Society is committed to supporting local agricultural events, families, and initiatives. 

Whether you are an experienced farmer, a novice gardener, or simply someone with a passion for agriculture, this society is here to provide you with valuable resources, education, and opportunities for networking and collaboration.

With monthly Farmers’ Markets, a rental hall for community events, scholarship and sponsorship opportunities, ag related clinics, and more, this society is always ready to connect with others and find new ways to promote agriculture. 

Farmers’ Market Dates 

Oct 6, 2024 1-4pm
Oct 27, 2024 1-4pm
November 16, 10-4pm, at the Grimshaw Multiplex (participating in the Grimshaw Christmas Market)
December 7, 10am-3pm
December 15, 11:30am-2:30pm. (At Lac Cardinal Pioneer Village Museum, participating in the Christmas in the village event)

Berwyn Ag Society Hall Address: 5001-51 Street, Berwyn, Alberta 

Dunvegan Market Gardens: A Fresh and Fun Destination in Northern Alberta

If you are looking for a place to enjoy nature, shop for local produce, and have some family fun, look no further than Dunvegan Market Gardens. Located only 26km south of the Town of Fairview and right next to Dunvegan Provincial Park just off Highway 2, this family-owned business has been serving the area since 1953. This beautifully landscaped location runs along the north shore of the mighty Peace River and is open spring through fall, offering locally made items, giftware and much more. Find a wide variety of bedding plants in the spring and later in the season bring the family and enjoy picking your own strawberries and raspberries. Through the summer, corn and other vegetables are also available fresh from the garden. As the long Peace country summer comes to an end, enjoy the beautiful fall colors of the river valley and find the perfect pumpkin here.  After shopping in the garden centre get some refreshments at the onsite licensed restaurant serving mouth watering, locally produced bison burgers and much more. Satisfy your sweet tooth with one of the 16 flavors of ice cream available and complete your day in this beautiful area with a round of mini golf. Be sure to visit on the September long weekend, each year a corn roast is hosted at the gardens featuring fresh corn, an open air market and live music!

A visit to Dunvegan offers so much to do, be sure to come for the day, weekend or even a week. Dunvegan Gardens is a scenic riverside stroll away from the Dunvegan Provincial Park Campground, Historic Dunvegan and The Maples day use area. Beach fun, hikes with amazing views and photos of the Dunvegan bridge are also on the do not miss list for this very special location in the MD of Fairview.

Check their Facebook page or call 780-835-4459 for hours of operation and information on what’s happening at Dunvegan Market Gardens.

Priding themselves on excellence and professionalism, Valley B Aviation are Remote Operation Specialists, an approved Robinson Helicopter Company Service Center. They get their clients safely and efficiently to places that usually do not have road access, and provide aircraft owners with the highest level of helicopter maintenance. Their clients include professionals in various industries such as forest management, oil and gas, and environmental. They also provide the bird’s eye view for aerial photography and thermal spotting. They also offer a hotshot service to get supplies to those hard-to-reach areas in northern Alberta, and private tours in the local area.

Aircraft Fleet


They have three aircraft that provide incredible views: the Robinson R66 Turbine (also has air conditioning and holds 4 passengers, the Robinson R44 II (holds 3 passengers), and the Airbus AS350 FX2 (holds 5 passengers).

Aircraft Maintenance


Whether you are looking for an oil change or your aircraft is due for a major inspection, Valley B Aviation strives to deliver the safest and highest level of helicopter maintenance. Their maintenance staff have extensive knowledge of Robinson Helicopters, and Valley B Aviation has a Transport Canada Approved Maintenance Organization Certificate since 2001. They can work on aircraft at their facility in Manning, Alberta, or they are happy to hit the road and come to you.

The Peace River Museum & Archives is located in the beautiful Peace River Valley. The museum cares for many objects, photographs and archival records that celebrate Peace River’s stories and history. The museum is a fun and a entertaining place of learning through objects in the museum’s collection as an entry-point to inquiry, discussion and exploration about the region. The archives offers an extensive archives and library for family and regional history research. Drop by for personal research or call for an appointment for more in-depth research.

The museum showcases temporary galleries throughout the year that enables a deeper look into many of the region’s more interesting and thought-provoking stories, individuals and objects.

Looking for a special gift?

The museum has a wonderful gift shop full of hand-crafted gifts to choose from. You will find 12 Foot Davis magnets by a local glassworks artist, art cards by local photographers, fiber arts, jewelry, history books by local authors and much more!

Hours of Operation:

Tuesday to Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm

Closed only on December 24, 25, 26 and January 1.

Exhibits:

Sir Alexander Mackenzie Gallery

This room tells the story of Sir Alexander Mackenzie and his journeys through the west.  Artifacts include archeological finds from Fort Fork, the 18^th century compound where Sir Alexander Mackenzie wintered while on his way to the Pacific coast.  The display also talks about the fur trade in western Canada, with examples of the types of furs trapped in the area, replica of a fur trader’s canoe and an authentic fur press.

Main Gallery

This gallery is home to our temporary exhibits.  These include local history as well as travelling exhibits from other museums.   New and topical displays are planned out each year to fill this space.

Peace River Gallery

The Town of Peace River has a wonderfully diverse past, and we showcase parts of this past in the Peace River Gallery. From prehistoric history and local Indigenous people into the present day, we examine the Town and the people, both past and present, who call it home.

Admission: By Donation

Simoneau Honey Buzziness is passionate about the hive. This family “buzziness” provides the region, province and beyond with high-quality natural honey, pollen, and wax products straight from their cherished bee hives. They also facilitate hive-side tours and up close and personal tours where guests put on the bee suit and experience a real working hive. The creamed honey is their signature product that keeps people coming back. This yummy product is a cross between whipped and white honey (available in cinnamon, apple spice, peanut butter and seasonal flavours) but even better. They also have regular honey, wildflower (clover, alfalfa, canola, dandelion), honey stix, fresh pollen, and a large variety of beeswax for candle making and bulk beeswax. Their products are available at the Peace River Farmers Market, Value Drug Mart and Maximum Power Sports in Peace River. Simoneau Honey Buzziness is also the honey supplier for the Board n Barrel in Peace River and Home & Away YEG in Edmonton. Visit their website to learn more or book a tour. Located outside of Marie-Reine.

Heilan Beer House is a family friendly establishment that was built from the ground up by a small crew alongside the owners, and opened in 2019. When entering the brewery you will notice features such as the hop lighting, beer taps, and table tops that are unique only to this brewery. If you love pizza, their wood fired oven is sure to impress and with constant rotating taps, one visit will not be enough to satisfy your cravings.

If you are interested in live music, Open Mic Thursday’s with the local talent is not to be missed. This small town brewery will be sure to impress and have you coming back for more or at the very least, you will be talking a growler home with you!

Located just 1 km north of Fairview, the Fairview Pioneer Museum is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in history and the pioneering spirit. This hidden gem is tucked away in the heart of Northern Alberta and is a unique representation of what life was like in rural Canada during the early 20th century.

As soon as visitors arrive, they are transported to a bygone era, as if stepping into a charming village frozen in time. The museum boasts an impressive collection of machinery displays, including a shed full of antique farm equipment, as well as a vintage fire truck and tow truck.

One of the main attractions at the museum is the collection of pioneer homes, including the Morrison home, a classic example of a pioneer house from the late 20s or 30s, which has been preserved and is open to visitors. Inside, the house has displays that depict what life was like during this period, complete with antique furniture and household items. The Hull House and Fitzpatrick House are two other pioneer homes on the property, each with its own unique story and displays. Visitors can step inside these homes and see how life was lived during the early days of settlement.

In addition to the homes, the museum also has farm, oilfield, sawmill and demonstration areas as well as a blacksmith shop. These exhibits provide a glimpse into the economic and commercial activities of the time.

Education was a vital part of pioneer life, and the Fairview Pioneer Museum pays tribute to this with the Woodlawn School and Scotswood School on display. Visitors can step inside these one-room schools and see how children were educated during this period.

The Marshall Rolling Exhibit Building is a two-story building with artifacts on both levels, showcasing an impressive collection of antique tractors, farm machinery, and signs from the region.

The Fairview Pioneer Museum is not just a collection of artifacts; it is a living museum that tells the story of Alberta’s pioneering heritage. The museum is open from May to the end of August, Tuesday to Saturday, from 9 am to 5 pm. The Fairview Pioneer Museum Committee, a subcommittee of the Agricultural Society, manages the museum and is always looking for new volunteers to help with the restoration and upkeep of the site.

With its collection of pioneer homes, machinery displays, businesses, and schools, the museum provides an immersive experience that is sure to delight history enthusiasts and casual visitors alike. So, if you’re in the area, be sure to turn right at Cummings Lake Rec Sign and pay a visit to this remarkable museum.

END OF STEEL MUSEUM

Bringing the homesteading history of Hines Creek to life.

The End of Steel Museum opened to the public in 1985 and has been growing and evolving ever since. The museum celebrates the history of the Hines Creek area which is unique because it was the end of the railway line. The tracks were built only to the point that freight rates would have increased and no further. This entailed the moving of the village, from its original site on the creek from which it takes its name, to the present day location. Hines Creek became a transportation hub with the arrival of the first train in December of 1930 and at one point there were five grain elevators along the tracks.

The museum has three historic houses: the Pohaboff House (1928) which is a good example of the sort of small hand-hewn log house built by arriving immigrant settlers; the Carter House (1938) is an unusually large and somewhat grand home, especially as it was built during the Great Depression as Art Carter (of Carter Camp) owned a sawmill; the French “Half-House” (1948-1949) is exactly that, only half the two story home was ever constructed due to financial problems, the staircase is incredibly narrow. These three homes are furnished with time appropriate artifacts to give visitors the feeling that the owners’ might return at any moment.

Hines Creek School #4430 is a one room log structure which allows one to imagine what it must have been like to ride to school three on a pony or try to learn when it was so cold out that the wood stove had to be stoked to the point that it was quite literally red hot. There are two historic churches, Christ Lutheran Church (1928-1932) preserved and restored by children of the original builders and St. James Anglican (1938) was erected through a donation from the Women’s Auxiliary of St. James Anglican Church in Stratford, Ontario, prior to that the congregation had to make due with meeting in schools and homes and with Miss Eva Hasell’s Sunday School Caravan.

The museum also has a Trapper’s log cabin which while not that old (1975) is no different from a much earlier trapper’s cabin. Although tiny and crude, the temporary shelters resorted to while out on the trapline made this a welcome home base. We also have a caboose, NAR 13021 which was built in Montreal in 1949, and served as bedroom, office, and kitchen for three railmen. In 1945 Morgan’s Confectionary began as John and Mary Morgan’s clothing store, later the couple also had a cafe, grocery, the bus depot and sold all manner of licenses in Hines Creek, after John’s passing in 1967 Mary returned and started the confectionary, running it until she was 91.

The Wildlife and Forestry exhibits are housing in a stunning contemporary log building. Inside it boasts an amazing display of local wildlife set in an autumn boreal forest and a comprehensive display of the sort of hand tools that were used to build settlers homes, as well as early chain saws. We also have a large collection of agricultural equipment and machinery, hand tools and early tractors and vehicles, including a Bombardier “Nodwell” the track vehicle that kept the Canadian north connected. Two projects we are currently working on are a Ukrainian Heritage building and a working blacksmith’s shop in our new Blacksmith building.

Lubeck Hall is a good example of the sort of community hall that dotted the area, built so that the scattered farm population could have a place to come together, to dance and play and get the news. Today is the location of our Saturday Farmers’ Market, which is a popular place to chat over a cinnamon bun hot out of the oven and a cup of coffee.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Pancake Breakfast, 8:30 – 11:00, Canada Day, July 1^st.

Adults $10:00, Children 6 – 12 $5.00, Children under 5 free.

Pancakes with fresh berries, whipped cream and syrup, ham and eggs make for a delicious breakfast and Morgan’s Confectionary is decorated to celebrate Canada Day!

Heritage Day, 8:30 – 6:00, Monday of the August long weekend.

Entry by Donation.

A pancake breakfast begins the day followed by demonstrations of pioneer crafts, log sawing, an antique tractor parade, horse drawn wagon rides, bannock baked over an open fire, blacksmithing demonstration, petting zoo, games for children, a country market, bread baked in our historic outdoor clay oven, live music, and of course, tours of the museum buildings. There will be hamburgers, hot dogs, homemade pie and ice cream, lemonade and iced tea for sale starting at noon.

INFORMATION

LOCATION

The museum is located at the intersection of Highway 64 and Highway 685, the southern most of the two exits for Hines Creek.

Mailing Address: End of Steel Museum, Box 686, Hines Creek, AB, T0H 2A0

CONTACTS

Office: 780-494-3522 (Answering Machine)

Curator: 780-834-6538 Jean Young (Wed. – Sat.)

Bookings: 780- 835-7827 (Weddings, School Tours, Hall Rental)

Email: hinescreekmuseum@gmail.com

Website: endofsteelmuseum.weebly.com

HOURS

Open mid May to mid Sept.

Monday to Saturday 10:00 – 6:00

Sunday 1:00 – 6:00

Last tour of buildings 4:30

Conveniently located off the main highway in Nampa, the Nampa Sunrise Café is a one stop shop for mouthwatering meals, tantalizing treats, tasty appetizers, and so much more. With a wide range of menu items to pick from, you can choose from things such as freshly made salads, loaded burgers, donairs, quesadillas, fish tacos, pierogi platters, and even poutine. Extremely family friendly, they even have a large table equipped with a scavenger hunt for kids to enjoy. This bright, welcoming café is ready to provide you with great customer service and a cozy atmosphere to enjoy your next meal away from home. Stop in today and experience what they have to offer! 

St. Isidore Museum & Cultural Centre – English

Situated in the quaint hamlet of St-Isidore, is a museum that depicts the storied heritage of the francophone community that left Quebec to establish itself in the Mighty Peace. In the museum, you’ll find costumes, pictures and artefacts that tell the story of hardships and victories. Also, theres a train car replica inside of the museum to help visualize the trek that the families had to make with their enormous families as well as with their livestock.

St. Isidore Museum & Cultural Centre – French

Situé dans le pittoresque hameau de St-Isidore, ce musée présente l’héritage historique de la communauté francophone qui a permis au gens du Québec de s’établir au sein de la région de Rivière-de-la-Paix. Dans le musée, vous trouverez des costumes, des images et des artefacts qui racontent l’histoire des épreuves et des victoires. De plus, il y a une réplique d’un wagon de train à l’intérieur du musée pour aider à visualiser le trek que les familles devaient faire avec leur famille et avec leur bétail. Nous accueillons tout le monde, même si vous ne parlez pas français.

Tisserandes De St. Isidore (St. Isidore Weavers)

Hours Of Operation:

• Monday – Thursday, 9:00am -4:30pm
• Fridays – Call  (780)624-8481

Explore the legendary Mighty Peace, from the fur trade to modern times, through the exhibits at our museum. Discover Nampa and Northern Sunrise County’s historic multicultural roots by following the steps of those who ventured to Canada’s northern-most homesteading area, across the Grouard Trail and onto the railways that took people from all over the world through muskeg to the Mighty Peace Country. Learn about local industries, about farming, about traditional ways as we guide you through the indoor and outdoor exhibits and buildings. With displays on two floors open year round and outdoor exhibits accessible from May to September, the Nampa and District Museum is more than worth a gander.

Major attractions include:

• The original water tank built by the Central Canada Railway to which Nampa owes its very own existence;
• Our old-time boardwalk of shops and businesses from the early to mid 1900’s;
• Our taxidermy exhibits, showing off local wildlife in the area
• The Rucka settlement house (circa 1937)
• Reno’s Ukrainian Catholic Church (circa 1946)

And so much more.

Hours of Operation

• June 1st to August 31st – 10 am to 5 pm / 7 days a week
• September 1st to May 31st – 10 am to 5 pm / Monday to Friday
• Admission: Seniors 65+ $3, Family $15, Adults $7, Students/children attending school  $3, Children under 6 Free

The Green Goddess is a small local business that creates truly natural skincare and wellness products for the whole family. As a passionate herbalist and aspiring homesteader who loves serving her community, Sarah is often found at our local Farmer’s Market, chatting with customers while selling her handcrafted creations. Inspired by her love of people and the planet, her vast product collection features only the highest quality organic and ethically sourced ingredients. Some of her most beloved products by the community, like her plantain salve, include acreage-grown or wildcrafted plants found right here in the Peace Country.

Beyond her beloved product line, Sarah is also a passionate teacher who offers a variety of fun and educational workshops at her beautiful acreage studio. From crafting skincare to blending herbal teas or learning how to make traditional medicines like elderberry syrup, Sarah inspires her guests to take their wellness into their own hands by creating safe and natural products for themselves and their families. She dreams of converting their acreage into a botanical garden destination and offering garden tours featuring local and medicinal plants. Be sure to follow The Green Goddess as she works towards becoming an official tourist destination in the north!

The Green Goddess Studio is located 20 minutes from Peace River: Take Highway 2 south to Nampa, and just before Nampa, turn left on South Harmon Valley Road for 11 km. Turn right on Range Road 195; the studio is located on the first acreage on the left.

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Peace River Brewing was opened in March 2018 by a local couple that began the business as a hobby. It has now expanded into a family friendly taproom, serving craft beer, light snacks and house made kombucha. Sit in for a pint, fill growlers, purchase cans to go or check out their swag wall filled with PRB merch! A chill atmosphere and laid back vibe makes this brewery a locals hang out and visitor destination.

Hive Hero’s, Valley Bee Café is a “sweet” place to visit; it boasts an observation window into the honey extraction room, an observation hive, a larger than life mural, bee facility tours, a community word search, handmade journals, and plenty of other goods created by local artisans. The community tables invite conversation and connection, giving visitors the opportunity to meet new people and also run into old friends.

People of all ages come to explore the world of bee year round!

WHAT MAKES THE HIVE HERO AND THE VALLEY BEE CAFÉ UNIQUE FROM ANY OTHER PLACE IN THE MIGHTY PEACE?

The way we’ve curated our education process allows people to entertain themselves and their families for hours. It’s a special experience to be able to see the inner workings of a beehive and watch the work of beekeepers being done first hand . The curious nature of our guests make this a place people can keep coming back to for a fresh experience each time. Like the inner workings of a hive we are always buzzing with something new!

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