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Visitor Information for Saskatchewan
| Tourism Saskatchewan Phone: 1-800-667-7191 or (306) 787-2300, Dept. 815, Suite 500, 1900, Albert Street, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada S4P 4L9. Website: Escape - To Saskatchewan! |
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Climate and Weather Information for
Saskatchewan
Check the latest weather
update for Saskatchewan. And , for world-wide weather forecasts and current
conditions, always check TulipsWeather.com.
Throughout Saskatchewan you may see the temperature shown in Celsius as well as in
Fahrenheit. To convert from Celsius to Fahrenheit multiply the number of Celsius
by 9/5 and add 32. To convert from Fahrenheit to Celsius subtract 32 from the number of
Fahrenheit, then multiply by 5/9.
Getting
To and Around Saskatchewan
Crossing the
International Border
Americans who plan to drive in Saskatchewan should obtain a Canadian non-resident inter provincial motor vehicle liability insurance card from their insurance company.
To convert miles to kilometers multiply the number of miles by 1.6. to convert kilometers to miles multiply the numbers of kilometers by 0.6.
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Parks and Recreation Areas for Saskatchewan
Craven World Campground
is located on the Qu'Appelle River in a peaceful, picturesque, private and
serene setting in the Qu'Appelle Valley at Craven, Saskatchewan. Great place to
get away from it all.
Duck Mountain Provincial Park - Get away from the city life and out into the country at a place that is very popular area for cottaging. Pass the time on the nature trails, which include the new handicapped accessible trail just recently built. You'll be treated to an eyeful of natural elegance like beautiful Boggy Creek Valley and wildlife such as the black bear and moose. Let the scenery entice your senses and provide a wonderful background for the things you like to do. Retain as many modern comforts as you desire or 'get back to basics.' A weekend getaway for two, a summer holiday for the family or company meeting are perfect excuses for a trip to Duck Mountain Provincial Park.
Grasslands National Park This was the first national park of Canada to preserve a portion of the mixed prairie grasslands. Eavesdrop on a prairie dog town or learn about how Sitting Bull took refuge here after the battle of the Little Bighorn in 1876. Guided hikes, interpretive trails, bird watching, and nature photography are popular activities in Grasslands
Macklin Regional Park Here is your perfect getaway for long and short stays. There is something for every member of the family to do. Golfing, swimming, hiking, (on expanded and improved trails), boating, or just relaxing in the sun reading a good book. Come for the day for a picnic, or stay for awhile and enjoy everything Macklin Regional Park has to offer. Rates are reasonable and affordable, and the attractions surrounding this area are many.
Memorial Lake Regional Park - Located near
Prince Albert National Park of Canada This park protects a slice of the northern coniferous forest, which plays host to an abundance of wildlife. The park also contains many outstanding natural and cultural features, including the only fully protected white pelican nesting colony in Canada, and the isolated, lakeside cabin of conservationist Grey Owl. Special events and extensive interpretive programming help to make the diverse natural setting of Prince Albert come alive for the visitor. The town of Waskesiu, located in the park, provides extensive services for visitors.
Rowan’s Ravine Provincial Park - On the eastern shore of Last Mountain Lake you’ll discover an extraordinary summertime haven - Rowan’s Ravine Provincial Park. Less than an hour’s drive from Regina, this family park offers something for everyone. Spend a weekend or the entire summer relaxing in one of the campgrounds, all within walking distance of the beach, store and licensed restaurant. Firewood, showers, playgrounds and all the fun you can imagine are included with your camping fee. Semi-modern and wheelchair accessible cabins overlooking the marina are available for the not-so-adventurous visitors.
Wood Mountain is a village located in south central Saskatchewan, a few kilometres north of where the famous North West Mounted Police post was originally located. For several years the N.W.M.P. monitored Sitting Bull and the thousands of Sioux who fled to this area after the battle at Little Big Horn.
Visit the National Parks of Canada web site for additional iformation.
Annual Events for Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan is filled with annual events that will make you glad you came, and
probably leave you wanting to come back for more. You will want to be sure to
plan your visit to Saskatchewan around the many special events held there and
begin marking your calendar now so you will be sure to visit Saskatchewan during
one of these special celebrations. Take in a major event such as
Shakespeare on the Saskatchewan in Saskatoon or Agribition in Regina. Seek
out small town celebrations like the out-of-the-ordinary World Bunnock
Championship Challenge in Macklin. Roll up your sleeves at a rough and
tumble rodeo and listen to the drumbeat of an authentic Indian powwow. Or
help celebrate the cultural traditions and heritage of far off lands. Follow
this link to more event information and to search the Saskatchewan events
database.
City and Town Information for Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan has about one million residents with well over half
living in urban centres. There are 13 cities. Regina, the seat of
the provincial government, and Saskatoon, home to the University of
Saskatchewan, are the province's largest centres. Our other cities are
Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, Swift Current, Yorkton, North Battleford, Estevan,
Weyburn, Melville, Melfort, Humboldt and Lloydminster.
Towns big and small reflect Saskatchewan's ethnic heritage, primarily made up of people from British extraction followed by German, Ukranian, native Indian, Scandinavian, French, Dutch, Polish, Russian and non-European heritages. Refer to the Saskatchewan Vacation Guide for city, town and village information, go to our events page for community event information, or link to communities across the province from here.
Regina
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Westjet.com The capital of Saskatchewan, Regina is a agricultural business centre with a population of 190,000. Regina is home to the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Training Academy and Museum which tracks the history of the RCMP in Canada. Slated for opening in 2006 is the RCMP Heritage Centre, a 31 million dollar centre of RCMP history. Sporting fans can watch the major junior hockey's Regina Pats at the Regina Exhibition Hall, or enjoy a day of racing at the Kings Park Speedway and the Oueen City Motorsports Association. Relax on a pontoon boat and travel to gorgeous Willow Island in the Wascana Lake region which is a great place to bird watch at the Waterfowl Display Pond. Casino Regina combines the charm of an old train station with the excitement of a variety of different gaming opportunities. Visit Regina today! |
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Saskatoon
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Westjet.com Saskatoon, with a population of 206,000, is an urban jewel situated in the middle of the prairies. One of the sunniest cities in Canada, Saskatoon is a beautiful city with lot of intriguing things to do. History lovers will love the Batoche National Historic Site, the site of one of Canada's infamous battlefields between the government and Louis Riel. The Western Development Museum displays the history of the west. Sports fans can enjoy some great WHL action with the Saskatoon Blades and the many University of Saskatchewan teams. The Saskatchewan International Speedway is home to many exciting NHRA events. Theatre lovers will enjoy the nationally acclaimed Saskatchewan Native Theatre Company, the Saskatoon Symphony and the Station Arts Centre, an old CN Rail Station that has been renovated into an art gallery, performing arts space and tea room. Visit Saskatoon today! |
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Attractions and Things to See and Do in Saskatchewan
There is just too much to do in Saskatchewan to list
here so, if you are looking for a really unique vacation, do what Saskatchewan
Tourism suggests on their web site. There you will find links that are arranged
in specific product groups and that can lead you to a variety of vacation
experiences -- A horseback excursion could take you to remote areas for wildlife
viewing. A canoe trip could lead you to an Indian petroglyph site.
Vacation farms will sometimes combine a farm stay with a day at a rodeo or pow-wow,
or a tour of area historic sites. Go on a fishing trip and you could find
yourself touring water falls, sand dunes and other scenic wonders. Click
here to find out more.
And, if that is not enough, how about sweeping prairies and evergreen forests, over 100,000 lakes, and dozens of wonderful towns and cities that provide the setting for a variety things to see and do. Saskatchewan is home to more golf courses per capita than anywhere else in North America. The province has some 250 museums, which hold more than 5 million objects. Other attractions range from casinos and spas to ancient Indian effigy sites and the fossil rich wonders of the Valley of Hidden Secrets. Follow this link to these and other Saskatchewan treasures.
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Fishing in Canada Vacation Guide -
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Click here for language helps, dictionaries, electronic translators, language software and other helps for learning a foreign language. Being able to speak at least some of the language in the country you are visiting will help you have a better time and enjoy your trip more. Jim.
Currency Exchange - Get your currency needs managed in advance! Many airports, railroad stations, bus depots, and other points of entry have no currency exchange. When currency exchange is available in airports, lines can be long and rates can be "sky high". These long waits and usurious fees can be a nightmare. Order in advance from All Foreign Currency right online. It's fast, easy, and you save time and money! The can also provide you with Travelers' checks, bank drafts, and transfers. U.S. dollars are not accepted everywhere and rates can be atrocious!
2007 Travel Alert - Passports Needed for Canada, Mexico,
Bermuda and Caribbean. Effective January 8, 2007, all travelers (including
United States citizens) will be required to carry current passports to enter or
re-enter the U.S.
Click here for the State Department Summary.
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