By George Lee, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, The Macleod Gazette A rich tapestry of western heritage unfolds beyond Alberta\u2019s big cities and more famous destinations, providing amazing opportunities for tourists and rural entrepreneurs alike. That\u2019s among the key messages offered up by Andrew Boitchenko, who joined cabinet last May as the province\u2019s latest minister of tourism and sport. Boitchenko told The Macleod Gazette in a recent interview: \u201cRural Alberta is a chance to show visitors our communities\u2019 connection to our western heritage, so they can actually see it and experience it.\u201d Traditional farms and ranches are big in Alberta\u2019s story, but there\u2019s much more on offer. Among experiences worth exploring are glamping, hiking and snowshoeing adventures, Indigenous knowledge walks and corporate retreats. One destination success story Boitchenko points to is… <\/p>\n
By George Lee, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, The Macleod Gazette A rich tapestry of western heritage unfolds beyond Alberta\u2019s big cities and more famous destinations, providing amazing opportunities for tourists and rural entrepreneurs alike. That\u2019s among the key messages offered up by Andrew Boitchenko, who joined cabinet last May as the province\u2019s latest minister of tourism and sport. Boitchenko told The Macleod Gazette in a recent interview: \u201cRural Alberta is a chance to show visitors our communities\u2019 connection to our western heritage, so they can actually see it and experience it.\u201d Traditional farms and ranches are big in Alberta\u2019s story, but there\u2019s much more on offer. Among experiences worth exploring are glamping, hiking and snowshoeing adventures, Indigenous knowledge walks and corporate retreats. One destination success story Boitchenko points to is... <\/p>\n