The Canadian National Parks are free this year in celebration of the 150th anniversary of Canada. **Accommodation may be limited so please book your rooms early. **Hotel information can be accessed through the Association Web site under the Assembly tab. Register now for the 85th Annual Waterton Glacier International Peace Park Assembly.The event is kicked off by a Pig roast followed by entertainment by the “Wardens”, on Friday evening. http://www.banffwardens.com/ “Superb musicianship, haunting harmonies and chilling tales from three men who spent their lives in the most rugged of all places - the wilderness of Canada's mountain national parks.” On Saturday, we will have informative speakers bringing information about the two National Parks, the native peoples and their culture, the history of Waterton and its future and a look at the Crown of the Continent and the transboundary collaboration that occurs. We will top the day off with a keynote speaker and fellowship. On Sunday, we will celebrate the relationships we have formed during the weekend and over the years culminating with the “Hands Across the Border” pledge of Peace with our neighbours to the south. The program can be viewed in more detail at the Web site. |