Strathmore Historical Self-Guided Walking Tour
Explore Strathmore's Rich History on a Self Guided Walking Tour Using The On This Spot App
Alberta
people
1 participant
hour
- • Explore Strathmore's Rich History with a Guided Walking Tour
- • Enjoy a Self-Guided Walking Tour Lasting 1 Hour
- • Discover Canada's Only Town Where Every Able-Bodied Man Enlisted
Why We Love This Unique Experience
Step into history with the Explore The City That Moved walking tour through Strathmore, a delightful journey that invites participants to discover the rich tapestry of local heritage. This self-guided experience is perfect for history enthusiasts and casual explorers alike, offering a unique window into the events and stories that shaped this beautiful town, just east of Calgary. As you stroll through the charming streets, gather intriguing insights and captivating tales that highlight Strathmore’s role in Canada's history.
Using the On This Spot app, the walking tour transforms into an engaging adventure. As you move from one stop to another, you’ll stand where significant historical moments took place, equipped with then-and-now photo comparisons and detailed information to deepen your understanding. The app even allows for personalized moments, enabling users to snap their own photos, making this experience both memorable and interactive. In just about an hour, the tour encapsulates the essence of Strathmore, from its early days as a railway hub to the vibrant community it is today.
This walking tour not only offers a remarkable opportunity to explore Strathmore but also makes for an outstanding gift for anyone interested in history or local culture. Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or as a unique way to spend time with family and friends, the Explore The City That Moved walking tour is a thoughtful and enriching experience that promises to be cherished long after the adventure ends.
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Experience Overview:
Explore The City That Moved In Historic Walking Tour Through Strathmore The On This Spot app takes people on guided walking tours through the history that surrounds them.
At each stop on their journey users will find themselves standing on the spot a historic photo was taken. They can view a then and now photo comparison, use the built in camera to create their own, and read about local history and how it ties into the broader human experience.
Based in Vancouver, On This Spot is working with heritage, tourism, and business organizations across Canada to expand the app's coverage.
Meeting Point
230 2 Ave
230 2 Ave, Strathmore, AB T1P 1K1, Canada
Tour is self guided using the On This Spot app. Visit our website onthisspot.ca to download or search on andorid or iOS app stores.
What's included:
- Self-Guided Walking Tour
What to expect:
Duration: 1 hour
Strathmore
Strathmore
Located just east of Calgary, Strathmore began life in the early 1900s as a railway stop for immigrant farmers settling on the surrounding lands. A massive irrigation scheme brought labourers, farmers and businessmen to Strathmore and in 1911 it incorporated as town. In the First World War every single able-bodied man in Strathmore enlisted in the military, the only place in Canada where this occurred. The war took a heavy toll and as the railway diminished in importance, growth stalled until after the Second World War. Then Strathmore's proximity to Calgary and location along the Trans-Canada Highway caused another population boom so that now Strathmore is one of the fastest growing towns in Alberta.
30 minutes
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Details & Important Info
Additional Experience Details & Important Information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellations & Refunds
Reservation Changes, Cancellations & Refunds
Changes to reservations for tickets can be made until 3 days prior to the date scheduled. Reservations may be re-scheduled by the operator of the activity due to reasons such as weather, minimum participation requirements, mechanical issues or other interruptions beyond their control.
Organized by
On This Spot Enterprises Inc.
Product SKU: CA-31522-0008
Strathmore Historic Self-Guided Walking Tour
Alberta
people
1 participant
hour
- • Explore Strathmore's Rich History with a Guided Walking Tour
- • Enjoy a Self-Guided Walking Tour Lasting 1 Hour
- • Discover Canada's Only Town Where Every Able-Bodied Man Enlisted
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