Banff National Park’s 125th Birthday by K Gordon Schultz May 11, 2010 written by K Gordon Schultz May 11, 2010 0 comment 0FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail 698 Say Happy Birthday to Banff National Park While Europe can boast castles and cathedrals, Canada has Banff National Park and its impressive towering peaks, monumental glaciers, rare wildlife and the bluest lakes youโve ever seen. Banff National Park was the first national park in Canada and was designated as such 125 years ago. 2010 marks the anniversary year with lots of celebrations in the gorgeous park. The conservation area began around a bubbling hot spring, but grew to 6,641 km2 full of historic sites and cultural treasures. Events that will happen during the summer of 2010 include traveling exhibits, writing and photography contests and whatโs known as the Great Canadian Campout. There are already a few things going, including a group of 32 college and university student videographers working with Parks Canada to film dozens of spots across Canada. Awards will be given at the end of the summer experience and the videos will be shown. Thanks to the 125th birthday, on Parks Day (Saturday, July 17, 2010), guests all across Canada can visit national parks, national historic sites and national marine areas for free! Together, all the sites in the country make up the most extensive system of protected national heritage in the world. Banff National Park isnโt the only one with a birthday. Parks Canada, the worldโs first national park service, is turning 100 years old in 2011. To commemorate the event, Parks Canada is waiving entry and camping fees for all Parks Canada owned and operated sites. That means no fees for camping in national parks, plus no fees for other basic services! The celebrations continue right into May, 2012 with Parks Canada showcasing its experiences, programs and services. Check the Parks Canada website for more information! Come to Canada for your next vacation and see why Banff National Park has been a source of pride for all Canadians since 1885! 0 comment 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail K Gordon Schultz K Gordon Schultz is a well-known figure in the golf community and currently serves as the President of the Canmore Golf & Curling Club in Canmore, Alberta, Canada. He brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the role, having spent many years working in the golf industry. Schultz has been a member of the Canmore Golf & Curling Club for over 40 years and has been actively involved in the clubโs operations since he joined. He was elected to the Board of Directors in 2001, becoming Club President in 2005. In 2019, he was acclaimed as Club Vice-President, assuming the role of Club President again in 2022. In addition to his work at the Canmore Golf & Curling Club, Schultz is also an avid traveler. He has visited over 30 countries around the world, on all continents. But his most enjoyable travel experiences have come from within Canada, visiting many of Canada's National Parks including Banff National Park, Yoho National Park, Jasper National Park, Kootenay National Park, Grasslands National Park, Mount Revelstoke National Park and Pacific Rim National Park. Along with golf, he enjoys scuba diving, biking, hiking and relaxing with a fine Pinot Noir. previous post Dining in Banff: Family Restaurants next post The Banff Summer Arts Festival You may also like Kick Up Your Kilts with The Canmore Highland... August 28, 2023 Banff Mountain Film and Book Festival October 30, 2014 Canada Day Celebrations in Banff National Park June 26, 2014 Ice Magic Festival May 12, 2010 Banff WinterStart Festival May 12, 2010 Banff Mountain Film Festival & Book Fair May 12, 2010 Subaru Banff International Triathalon May 11, 2010 Banff Dragon Boat Festival May 11, 2010 Banff Culture Walk Weekend May 11, 2010 Banff National Park Bike Fest May 11, 2010