Author Archives: Nezgar

Scenic Saskatchewan Sunday – Aurora

Posted on March 9, 2014 by Nezgar

The vastness of the open prairie affords us wonderful opportunities for stargazing, and on occasion, amazing views of the aurora borealis.  The photos below were taken just north of Regina in February.

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Rosthern Winter Festival – Saturday, March 8, 2014

Posted on March 7, 2014 by Nezgar

Rosthern, Saskatchewan, our host town is having their Winter Festival this Saturday. (Tomorrow!) Living Skies 2014 committee members and volunteers will be there to help out with a “Learn to Geocache” event at the Library, and be at the arena … Continue reading →

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Local Highlight – Redberry Lake Biosphere Reserve

Posted on March 7, 2014 by Nezgar

11 kilometres East of Hafford, in the Redberry Lake regional park, is a research and education centre for the Redberry Biosphere Reserve.  This biosphere is Saskatchewan’s only, and 1 of only 16 in Canada.

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Featured Geocache – Crooked Bush Trove

Posted on March 4, 2014 by Nezgar

When out caching around Rosthern if you happen to be out towards Hafford, there is a very strange grove of trees that you should check out. These aspens grow every which way, and are very creepy looking.  It is a … Continue reading →

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Scenic Saskatchewan Sunday – Alpacas

Posted on March 2, 2014 by Nezgar

When touring around the province, be on the lookout for our local furry creatures. Just looking at an Alpaca puts a smile on your face – and  it seems that 3 out of 4 would be very interested in helping … Continue reading →

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Saskatchewan Feature – Lake Diefenbaker

Posted on March 1, 2014 by Nezgar

Named after a very well known Saskatchewan politician, a driving tour around this large man-made lake yields some scenic views, interesting cache locations and some great nature walks.  A full day of driving, you can access the tour from many … Continue reading →

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Local Highlight – Rosthern Mennonite Heritage Museum

Posted on February 24, 2014 by Nezgar

In Rosthern is a beautiful building that was originally built as a school, the German-English Academy, in 1910.  This building served as a school until 1963, when the Rosthern Junior College was first established. Now, the building is home to … Continue reading →

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Scenic Saskatchewan Sunday – Week 6

Posted on February 23, 2014 by Nezgar

Relaxing on the water at dusk, listening to the sounds of loons calling and the water lapping up on the shore – after an enjoyable day of geocaching, of course. This is one of the many wonderful experiences you can … Continue reading →

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We’re Officially MEGA!

Posted on February 21, 2014 by Nezgar

This just in from Geocaching HQ: We are excited and thrilled to announce that Living Skies 2014 has officially achieved “Mega Event” status! As an attendee you can look forward to a number of additional perks, including the coveted Mega … Continue reading →

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Local Highlight – Back to Batoche Festival

Posted on February 19, 2014 by Nezgar

The weekend of the Mega is host to another large event near Rosthern – the Back to Batoche Métis Festival. This is a homecoming event for the Métis, and thousands flock to Batoche to take part in chuckwagon and chariot … Continue reading →

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