Understanding Place, Creating Possibility – Grande Cache Tourism

Understanding Place, Creating Possibility – Grande Cache Tourism

Join us in Grande Cache to connect, share ideas and explore what’s next— an event where tourism meets place, story, and opportunity.

By Grande Cache Tourism Association

Date and time

Mon, Jul 14, 2025 1:30 PM - Tue, Jul 15, 2025 1:30 PM MDT

Location

Grande Cache Hotel

1701 Pine Plaza Road Grande Cache, AB T0E 0A6 Canada

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

Agenda

1:30 PM - 2:00 PM

Registration

2:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Tour Sulphur Gates with Knowledge Keeper


Depart from the Grande Cache Hotel and travel to the dramatic Sulphur Gates, where the Smoky and Sulphur Rivers meet. A local Indigenous Knowledge Keeper will guide you through this powerful landscap...

5:30 PM

Steak Dinner & Bonfire


Gather at the Grande Cache Hotel’s forested grounds for a fireside steak dinner. Enjoy good food, local hospitality, and mountain air in a relaxed, rustic setting.

6:30 PM

Jingle Dancer Performance


Experience the living culture of the Rocky Mountain Cree as local Indigenous artists perform traditional jingle dress dances in handmade regalia — a powerful expression of resilience, rhythm, and ide...

7:00 PM

Group Discussion: Ideas by the Fire


Unwind and reflect together. Around the fire or in the pub, share thoughts on the day, insights from the land, and bold ideas for growing tourism in Grande Cache — grounded in what makes this place d...

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Day 2 - Breakfast + Coffee


Start the day with hot coffee, a hearty breakfast, and a chance to reconnect before the next adventure begins.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Raft an Ancient Canyon


Discover the magic of an ancient, untouched river with Wild Blue Yonder Rafting. This is more than rafting — it’s a story you step into, and one you'll keep telling.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Golf an Alpine Fairway


Tee off at 4,200 feet at the Grande Cache Golf & Country Club, a quiet alpine course with wide views stretching toward Willmore Wilderness Park.

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Lunch & Final Reflections


Close the workshop with lunch at the Grande Cache Tourism Centre, reflecting on key insights and outlining next steps to carry the work forward.

About this event

  • Event lasts 1 day

Understanding Place, Creating Possibility – A Grande Cache Tourism Workshop

You’re invited to join tourism leaders and partners to experience what makes Grande Cache unforgettable — and explore what’s possible.

We’ll walk where rivers meet, hear stories from an Indigenous Knowledge Keeper, paddle a canyon no road can reach, and gather by the fire.

Grande Cache was named in the Northern Rockies Report as a place with real potential to help Alberta reach $25B in tourism by 2035.
This workshop is a step toward that future.

Frequently asked questions

Who is this workshop for?

The workshop is open to local and regional tourism operators, recreation stakeholders, provincial and municipal partners, and tourism leaders working to shape the future of tourism in Alberta.

What’s the goal of the workshop?

The Northern Rockies Discovery Report identified Grande Cache as a high-potential destination. This workshop brings that opportunity to ground — connecting local insight and grassroots drive with partner support to shape a strategic, place-based path for growing tourism in a way that’s sustainable a

Who is organizing the event?

The workshop is hosted by the Grande Cache Tourism Association, with support from event sponsors the Grande Cache Hotel and Wild Blue Yonder Rafting.

Where will I stay?

Accommodation details will be provided in your registration package. Our host hotel – and event sponsor – the Grande Cache Hotel, is offering rooms and meals at a reduced rate for workshop participants. As space is limited, early booking is recommended.

Why is there a cost to attend?

The fee covers meals, activities, and accommodations. Local participants pay a reduced rate for meals and activities only. Some activities may have an added cost depending on your selection — details are shared at registration.

What should I bring?

Dress for mountain weather — think layers, comfortable footwear, and a sense of adventure. For specific activities like rafting, all gear is provided by event sponsor Wild Blue Yonder, including wetsuits and safety equipment. Registration for rafting is separate, and additional detail

What happens if the weather is bad?

This is a rain-or-shine event. We’ll be equipped for changing mountain conditions and adjust the schedule if needed for safety. All activities are run by professional tour operators who are experienced in keeping guests safe, comfortable, and warm — even when the weather shifts.

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