This is a fun, outdoor challenge that you can choose to do with your own cohort at your own pace, or you can do this competitively against other families. (Remember to abide by current COVID regulations).

Before you head out to the trails to try the Amazing Race:

You will need a vehicle and a phone/camera to document most of the challenges/record your answers
Start your time when you get to the first check stop at Hilltop Trails
You are out in nature, so dress for the weather!

If you are EXTRA competitive submit:

Your team name
A photo of each activity
(for proof, pictures will NOT be posted)
A screenshot of your final time

To education@epbrparkscouncil.org

Each month the fastest teams (with your permission) may be posted on our social media page. You can also share your journey on social media and use the hashtag #IloveEPBRParks

Start:

Your first Check stop is at Hilltop Trails!

Directions: From Drayton Valley, take Highway 22 over the North Saskatchewan River bridge, go another 2.8km east to Twp Rd 491A (Eagle Point Provincial Park turn off), turn north and follow Twp Rd 491 A as it heads west for 2.1km to the trailhead of Hilltop Trail. (Please note that you will park on the outside of the Willey West gates and walk in to the trailhead kiosk where you will find the first check stop.)

DOWNLOAD THE AMAZING RACE PACKAGE WITH MAPS!

Time

December 15 (Tuesday) 8:00 am - March 15 (Monday) 8:00 pm

Location

Eagle Point Provincial Park

Brazeau County

Organizer

Eagle Point-Blue Rapids Parks Council780-898-7275 2nd Floor, 5136-51 Avenue, Drayton Valley, Alberta

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PARTNER ACCOMMODATIONS

Getting Here &
Trail Maps

Getting Here

Trail Maps

About Eagle Point
Blue Rapids

The Eagle Point Provincial Park and Blue Rapids Provincial Recreation Area in west-central Alberta conserves an important wildlife corridor between the foothills and mountains, the boreal forest and the prairies. Imagine birding, summer hiking or winter skiing in a bounty of lush forests, wetlands, winding ravines, rolling hills, alongside streams and the North Saskatchewan River. You are about to discover a world of nature, scenery, quiet solitude, and healthy outdoor exercise.

NEW: Rotary Pembina Nordic Education Centre Launched

NATURE AWARENESS & PROTECTION

Environmental Education

Environmental Protection

Trails

Species

Activities

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Archery

Activities

Archery

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Camping

Activities

Camping

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Cross Country Skiing

Activities

Cross Country Skiing

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Cycling

Activities

Cycling

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Fishing

Activities

Fishing

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Hiking

Activities

Hiking

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Horseback Riding

Activities

Horseback Riding

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Off-Highway Vehicle Riding

Activities

Off-Highway Vehicle Riding

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Paddling

Activities

Paddling

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Snowshoeing

Activities

Snowshoeing

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Wildlife Viewing

Activities

Wildlife Viewing

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Winter Hiking

Activities

Winter Hiking

Partner Clubs

Bowbenders Archery Clubepbrp2018-03-08T23:00:14+00:00

https://www.epbrparkscouncil.org/about/partner-clubs/bowbenders-archery-club/

Bowbenders Archery Club

Clubs

Brazeau ATV Clubepbrp2018-03-08T23:00:46+00:00

https://www.epbrparkscouncil.org/about/partner-clubs/brazeau-atv-club/

Brazeau ATV Club

Clubs

Drayton Valley Horse Clubepbrp2018-03-08T23:01:29+00:00

https://www.epbrparkscouncil.org/about/partner-clubs/drayton-valley-horse-club/

Drayton Valley Horse Club

Clubs

Evergreen Shooting Clubepbrp2018-03-08T23:01:58+00:00

https://www.epbrparkscouncil.org/about/partner-clubs/evergreen-shooting-club/

Evergreen Shooting Club

Clubs

Paddling Clubepbrp2018-03-08T23:02:28+00:00

https://www.epbrparkscouncil.org/about/partner-clubs/paddling-club/

Paddling Club

Clubs

Pembina Nordic Ski Clubepbrp2018-03-08T23:02:54+00:00

https://www.epbrparkscouncil.org/about/partner-clubs/pembina-nordic-ski-club/

Pembina Nordic Ski Club

Clubs

West Central River Boat Associationepbrp2018-03-08T23:03:26+00:00

https://www.epbrparkscouncil.org/about/partner-clubs/west-central-riverboat-association/

West Central River Boat Association

Clubs

Willey West Campgroundepbrp2018-03-08T23:03:53+00:00

https://www.epbrparkscouncil.org/about/partner-clubs/willey-west-campground/

Willey West Campground

Clubs

PROUD SPONSORS

We are thankful for the continued support of our local and provincial sponsors. Each year, their contributions play a critical role in management and conservation efforts of the Eagle Point Blue Rapids Parks, and Parks Council.