About Waterton Special Events Sampler "Run for the 49th" - Waterton Wheels Show & Shine Sunday August 26, 2007 Old cars , new cars , trucks , motorcycles and the ever popular muscle cars all on display at the Waterton Recreation complex baseball diamond. For registration information call PAT'S in Waterton Park - 403-859-2266. Where the Mountains Meet the Prairie In Waterton, some of the most ancient mountains in the Canadian Rockies abruptly meet the grasslands of the great plains prairie. Located near the narrowest point in the Rocky Mountains, several natural regions meet with dramatic natural results! Wildflowers Waterton is extraordinarily rich with wildflowers. More than 50% of all wildflowers found in Alberta, including many rare species, bloom in Waterton in the spring and summer. Beargrass is Waterton’s showiest plant. The Waterton Wild Flower-Fest is 10 days of special events and guided excursions to see, photograph, paint and behold the more than 900 plant species that call Waterton home. June 17 - 26, 2005. Website: www.watertonwildflowers.com Wildlife Viewing at its Best Waterton offers exceptional wildlife viewing! Bear, Elk, Bighorn Sheep, Deer and Coyote are species, which are often viewed safely from Waterton’s scenic roads. In summer, visitors can drive through the Bison Paddocks and watch a small herd of plains bison. The National Park protects a rich variety of wildlife habitat and is one of the few places in North America where all native carnivores, including grizzly and wolves, still survive. The park, located on migratory bird routes, is a great place for birding. In spring and fall, large flocks of migrating songbirds, ducks, swans, and geese use the marsh and lake areas. The trumpeter swan and the Vaux’s swift are considered rare. Peace and Friendship In celebration of the peace and goodwill that exists between Canada and the United States, Glacier National Park, Montana, and Waterton Lakes National Park, Alberta, were joined to form Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park, the first of its kind in the world. World Heritage Site In 1995 Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park became a World Heritage Site. Exceptional natural beauty, a special climate, the meeting of mountains and prairie and the significant triple divide watershed (rivers flowing into three oceans) are the Parks distinguishing features. Waterton Townsite Waterton’s visitor service centre is located in the heart of the National Park. The cozy mountain community is surrounded by magnificent scenery and offers all the services visitors will need to make their stay a memorable one. From streetside eateries to gift boutiques, fine art galleries and fine food dining, Waterton townsite is the hub of the Park. Accommodations range from country inns, mountain motels, hostel and serviced camping sites. A townsite stroll is a popular pastime on a summers evening as it takes in all the sights including beautiful Cameron Falls. Unparalleled Beauty at Your Door There’s lots to do in Waterton! Sightseeing on Waterton’s scenic roads - explore the Akamina Parkway to Cameron Lake and the National Historic Site, Discovery #1, the first oil well in Western Canada to produce commercial oil. The Red Rock Parkway follows an historical travel route for Aboriginal peoples. See vivid red argillite rock and Blakiston Falls that cascade from the foot of Mount Blakiston, Waterton’s highest peak. Golf Waterton’s spectacular scenery is highlighted by the community owned and operated 18 hole Stanley Thompson designed Waterton Golf Course. Spectacular Hikes and Strolls Explore more than 200km of trails offering breathtaking prairie and mountain views, open sky ridges, dense forests and emerald lakes. Trails in the park range in difficulty from short strolls to longer steep treks. There is an extensive system of trails connected to Glacier National Park (Montana, US) and to Akamina-Kishinena Provincial Park (British Columbia). Hikers can explore the wilderness from one to several days. Experienced hikers will enjoy backcountry camping, as backcountry permits are available for overnight stays. For a special experience explore the backcountry with a licensed hiking guide. Mountain Biking A treat in Waterton as several trails and parkways offer cyclists access to the backcountry. Cycle and surrey rentals, repairs and tune-ups are available at Pat’s in the townsite. Horseback Riding Riding in the Rockies is an unforgettable adventure. Learn about the Park and its many features with a professional guide. Local ranches around the Park offer authentic cowboy experiences. Waterton is Water! It’s a two nation vacation when you board the historic MV International at the townsite marina for a fun and informative scenic boat cruise on majestic Upper Waterton Lake! Bring your own boat or canoe as public access at the marina and other boat launch areas offers access for cruising, fishing, water-skiing and more. At Cameron Lake, canoe and look for grizzly bears on the avalanche slopes! Scuba Dive into Emerald Bay and discover a lively water world! Whitewater Rafting is available outside the Park. Learning and Enrichment Holidays From one-day outings to week long programs, learn more about this special place with experts in the field. Natural History and Learning programs in Waterton are available from May to October. 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