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fur-trading town
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fishing village to an
industrial mining
centre. today, it’s a
vibrant community
and an outdoor
enthusiasts’ paradise
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Every March, hundreds of
skiers glide through the
northern taiga as part of
the Don Allen Saskaloppet.
You’ll find courses ranging
from five to 77 kilometres,
with an overnight option
for those brave enough to
winter camp.
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Winter 2018
An afternoon snowmobile
ride to one of Saskatchewan’s
largest waterfalls is a must-
do. Spilling over a rock shelf
on the Rapid River, the
spray from Nistowiak Falls
creates a picture-perfect ice
formation along the banks
of the river.
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Woodlands and Waterways
Regional Visitor Centre in Air
Ronge sells art created by
local La Ronge residents. You
can also stock up on goodies
like homemade jam and
pickles. And canoeists can
pick up a souvenir voyageur
certificate.
The oldest building in
the province, Holy Trinity
Anglican Church sits proudly
on the banks of the Churchill
River near Stanley Mission.
Built in 1860, its sentinel
appearance and stained-
glass windows are iconic
features in the area.
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