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PAGE 28 MONDAY JANUARY 27, 2020 MONDAY DECEMBER 9, 2019 PAGE 9
Armchair Travelling Series:
The joys of canoe travel
by Brianne Benson
The Edson Public Library welcomed special
guests and canoe connoisseurs Ralph Rix and
his wife Sandy Rix to present as part of the
Armchair Travelling series this winter. Rix and
his wife devoted the evening of Tuesday,
January 21, to sharing their passion and the
endless possibilities of travelling by canoe.
Through photographs, videos, and maps, Rix
showed the immense number of places and
routes for canoe travel in Alberta and Canada.
“There is almost an unlimited number of places
to paddle in Canada,” said Rix.
“Instead of showing you just one trip I
wanted to show you the places that canoeing
can take you,” he began.
As he introduced his presentation with a map
of the fur trade routes he said, “This country
was made for canoeing. It was always explored
with canoes by settlers and the native people
got around by canoe as well. What they could
do in those days, we can still do today.”
“Canoeing is very practical and accessible to
Canadians, the cost is relatively low, and you
can start with easy trips and work your way up
if you are starting with limited knowledge or
skill,” Rix said. “You can go on a day trip or
even go on a many-months trip by canoe in
Canada.” Ralph Rix discussing canoe routes with one of the many guests who attended his Armchair Traveller
presentation about travelling by canoe. The Armchair Traveller presentations will occur monthly at the
The event was well attended, mostly by other Edson Public Library. photo Brianne Benson
experienced paddlers, with the exception of a
few less experienced but excited community When asked what his favorite aspect of as trumpet swans, Canadian geese, sandhill
members. Guests were given access to books canoeing is after his years of experience he cranes, loons, ducks, and eagles. It is also not
and maps of local lakes and rivers to explore, replied, “the feeling of peace and tranquility uncommon to stumble upon elk, deer, and
as well as other resources to track flow speeds would be the main thing. Out there it's nice and snakes.
of different Alberta rivers. quiet and you're really in the moment all the The Edson Public Library will be welcoming
Rix showed pictures of trips taken on many time. All your daily troubles fall away.” more presenters of this nature as part of their
rivers and lakes including Bear Lake, Fickle In addition, travellers can engage in other fun Armchair Travelling series. Their next
Lake, the Mcleod River, Chip Lake, the outdoor activities such as camping, hiking, presenter is Vivian Williams who will speak on
Athabasca River, Maligne Lake, Red Deer fishing, swimming, berry picking, and even the evening of February 26 about a bike and
River, and Murtle Lake. just relaxing in nature. barge trip she went on with a number of local
Rix put a great deal of emphasis on other During the presentation Rix showed many Edson residents.
benefits of canoe travel, like finding soothing photographs of sights seen on his travels such
solitude while disconnecting from the ever-
evolving world and reconnecting with nature, To advertise in
wilderness, and with each other.
“To me, there's two places canoeing can take The Weekly
you. One is the physical place. The other, you'll Anchor
know if you've ever been canoeing on a lake contact our
early in the morning when the mist is rising; it's sales
a pretty amazing experience.” representative
780-723-5787
Brielle Delano Bjornson
Brielle Delano Bjornson
Born June 9, 2019 - 7 lb 7 oz; 19.69 inches The Edson Public Library hosted a presentation on Tuesday, January 21, by
Born June 9, 2019 - 7 lb 7 oz; 19.69 inches
Ralph Rix about the joys and possibilities of travelling by canoe. Rix used
Parents: Kaille Auriat & Bradley Bjornson maps, videos, and photos to inspire locals to go on canoe trips of their own.
Parents: Kaille Auriat & Bradley Bjornson
photo Brianne Benson
THE WEEKLY ANCHOR
PAGE 28 MONDAY JANUARY 27, 2020 MONDAY DECEMBER 9, 2019 PAGE 9
Armchair Travelling Series:
The joys of canoe travel
by Brianne Benson
The Edson Public Library welcomed special
guests and canoe connoisseurs Ralph Rix and
his wife Sandy Rix to present as part of the
Armchair Travelling series this winter. Rix and
his wife devoted the evening of Tuesday,
January 21, to sharing their passion and the
endless possibilities of travelling by canoe.
Through photographs, videos, and maps, Rix
showed the immense number of places and
routes for canoe travel in Alberta and Canada.
“There is almost an unlimited number of places
to paddle in Canada,” said Rix.
“Instead of showing you just one trip I
wanted to show you the places that canoeing
can take you,” he began.
As he introduced his presentation with a map
of the fur trade routes he said, “This country
was made for canoeing. It was always explored
with canoes by settlers and the native people
got around by canoe as well. What they could
do in those days, we can still do today.”
“Canoeing is very practical and accessible to
Canadians, the cost is relatively low, and you
can start with easy trips and work your way up
if you are starting with limited knowledge or
skill,” Rix said. “You can go on a day trip or
even go on a many-months trip by canoe in
Canada.” Ralph Rix discussing canoe routes with one of the many guests who attended his Armchair Traveller
presentation about travelling by canoe. The Armchair Traveller presentations will occur monthly at the
The event was well attended, mostly by other Edson Public Library. photo Brianne Benson
experienced paddlers, with the exception of a
few less experienced but excited community When asked what his favorite aspect of as trumpet swans, Canadian geese, sandhill
members. Guests were given access to books canoeing is after his years of experience he cranes, loons, ducks, and eagles. It is also not
and maps of local lakes and rivers to explore, replied, “the feeling of peace and tranquility uncommon to stumble upon elk, deer, and
as well as other resources to track flow speeds would be the main thing. Out there it's nice and snakes.
of different Alberta rivers. quiet and you're really in the moment all the The Edson Public Library will be welcoming
Rix showed pictures of trips taken on many time. All your daily troubles fall away.” more presenters of this nature as part of their
rivers and lakes including Bear Lake, Fickle In addition, travellers can engage in other fun Armchair Travelling series. Their next
Lake, the Mcleod River, Chip Lake, the outdoor activities such as camping, hiking, presenter is Vivian Williams who will speak on
Athabasca River, Maligne Lake, Red Deer fishing, swimming, berry picking, and even the evening of February 26 about a bike and
River, and Murtle Lake. just relaxing in nature. barge trip she went on with a number of local
Rix put a great deal of emphasis on other During the presentation Rix showed many Edson residents.
benefits of canoe travel, like finding soothing photographs of sights seen on his travels such
solitude while disconnecting from the ever-
evolving world and reconnecting with nature, To advertise in
wilderness, and with each other.
“To me, there's two places canoeing can take The Weekly
you. One is the physical place. The other, you'll Anchor
know if you've ever been canoeing on a lake contact our
early in the morning when the mist is rising; it's sales
a pretty amazing experience.” representative
780-723-5787
Brielle Delano Bjornson
Brielle Delano Bjornson
Born June 9, 2019 - 7 lb 7 oz; 19.69 inches The Edson Public Library hosted a presentation on Tuesday, January 21, by
Born June 9, 2019 - 7 lb 7 oz; 19.69 inches
Ralph Rix about the joys and possibilities of travelling by canoe. Rix used
Parents: Kaille Auriat & Bradley Bjornson maps, videos, and photos to inspire locals to go on canoe trips of their own.
Parents: Kaille Auriat & Bradley Bjornson
photo Brianne Benson
