The Rural Opportunities Podcast
Welcome to the Rural Opportunities Podcast where the Camrose Regional Exhibition (CRE) talks about all things rural! On this podcast we talk about rural opportunities and challenges and have conversations with the movers and shakers of rural. The podcast episodes are hosted by different CRE staff members and will be released once a month. CRE believes in the power of rural communities and that they are vital to the prosperity of our province and beyond! Thank you for joining us!
Episodes
Adam from Cherry Lane B&B joins us to talk about running a rural bed and breakfast right here in Camrose County! Set on a beautiful property south east of Camrose, Cherry Lane B&B is the perfect place for a peaceful getaway. With Adam being a professional chef, Cherry Lane has become a place where people gather in community over delicious food and come out to the B&B for great local events! The cafe and saloon are open ...
Melodi Mackinnon from the Alberta Goat Association (AGA) joins us to talk all about goats and the goat industry in Alberta! Melodi is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to goats. Whether you're interested in raising goats as a hobby or pursuing it as a business venture, the Alberta Goat Association is a great place to start. Their website and membership offer valuable resources for those raising goats or looking to enter the ...
In this episode Michele Mulder joins us to talk about a rural gem, the Gallery in Holden! The Gallery in Holden is a non-profit community organization dedicated to helping rural Albertan artists and crafts-people showcase their works to the public. The Gallery showcases a wide selection of locally produced artwork, wood carving, photographs, hand crafted items, and more!
Michele also talks about moving from the city to the village ...
Jenna Hobbs from The Hobbs Farm and the creator of the Homegrown Source Book joins us on this episode! The Homegrown Source Book is a curation of knowledge, wisdom, recipes, and art by rural women all over the world. It is a digital publication (soon to be print) that supports each woman for their valuable contributions to the Homegrown Source Book. This publication is a beautiful resource that showcases the wisdom, skills, and ten...
Get to know your Camrose Candidates for the Alberta 2023 Provincial Election! In this episode we talk to New Democratic Party Candidate (NDP) Richard Bruneau and Independent Party Candidate Bob Blayone. Take a listen to hear what these candidates have to say and why they think they are the best candidate for Camrose, AB.
United Conservative Candidate MLA Jackie Lovely was given several opportunities to participate in this episode b...
Kyle Nahirniak joins us to talk about the Round Hill Renaissance Agriculture Foundation (RHRAF). Kyle is a farmer who was born and raised in Round Hill and is an active community member and participant in the RHRAF.
The Round Hill Renaissance Agriculture Foundation was created by the community of Round Hill in 2020. In September 2020, the Foundation was incorporated under the Societies Act of Alberta.The idea for the Foundation beg...
Wyatt Langille joins us from Detention Brewing Co. in the village of Rosalind, Alberta. Wyatt and his family are alumni of the Rosalind School that was shut down in 2013. Along with his parents, they decided to buy the school and turn it into a brewery! Now the school is once again a place in the community where people gather, have fun and learn! We hope you enjoy this episode and make the drive out to Detention Brewing to see the ...
It is always a good day when you are talking about cattle! Adam Black from Irvineside Cattle Company joins me in this episode to answer some questions about the cattle show world. Have you ever wondered what is going on at a cattle show? Why are these shows important? Is cattle shampoo a real thing? This is the episode for you!
Adam was born and raised in Ontario. After high school, he completed his post secondary educati...
Marian Williams joins the Rural Opportunities Podcast to talk about volunteering in the community, her experience as an Alberta Agriculture District Home Economist, and her passion for local foods! Marian’s enthusiasm for her community shines through and we are so grateful for her knowledge and experience in our community!
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Food Artisans of Camrose County
Have you heard of the Smoky Lake Great White North Pumpkin Weigh-Off and Fair? This amazing community event is one that you will want to experience. This rural community of Smoky Lake comes together to put on the fair and brings people from all over for this event! The event includes a giant pumpkin weigh off of course, but also features live music, a farmers’ market, corn maze, amazing food, and so much more! Take a listen to lear...
On the latest episode of the Rural Opportunities Podcast we are joined by Cindy Trautman the Reeve of Camrose County to talk about the Rural Municipalities of Alberta (RMA). Why is the RMA important to you as a rural resident? Have you ever wondered what they do for you? This episode is the one to listen to! Cindy answers questions about what the RMA does for rural Albertans and the current issues they are advocating for you on.
On the latest episode of the Rural Opportunities Podcast we talk with Kylie Bartman of Lazuli Farms. Kylie, her husband Scott and their three kids are the farmers at Lazuli Farms. A pharmacist and a farmer, Kylie shares with us the journey of Lazuli Farms. She is passionate about community and local food. Lazuli Farms provides you with nutrient dense pork and beef, tips and tricks on home cooking, and peace of mind about where your...
Michael Parker a.k.a Parker is a realtor with a heart for people. He loves helping people achieve their real estate goals whether that includes finding the property of their dreams or selling their current property. Parker has plenty of rural living experience including growing up on an acreage and buying/ selling his own acreage! This conversation is a great place to start if you are thinking about buying a rural property. There...
Get to know your 2021 Camrose County Municipal Election Candidates! Listen to the episodes as we interview candidates running in Camrose County in the 2021 municipal election! Cast an informed vote and learn about who is running for council! There will be multiple episodes released for both City of Camrose and Camrose County candidates. Thank you for joining us for another episode!
Please note that all candidates were invi...
Get to know your 2021 City of Camrose Election Candidates! Listen to the episodes as we interview candidates running in the City of Camrose in the 2021 municipal election! Cast an informed vote and learn about who is running! Stay tuned - There will be multiple episodes released for both City of Camrose and Camrose County candidates. Thank you for joining us for another episode!
Please note that all candidates were invited...
Get to know your 2021 Camrose County Municipal Election Candidates! Listen to the episodes as we interview candidates running in Camrose County in the 2021 municipal election! Cast an informed vote and learn about who is running for council! There will be multiple episodes released for both City of Camrose and Camrose County candidates. Thank you for joining us for another episode!
Please note that all candidates were invi...
Get to know your 2021 City of Camrose Election Candidates! Listen to the episodes as we interview candidates running in the City of Camrose in the 2021 municipal election! Cast an informed vote and learn about who is running! Stay tuned - There will be multiple episodes released for both City of Camrose and Camrose County candidates. Thank you for joining us for another episode!
Please note that all candidates were invited...
Get to know your 2021 Camrose County Municipal Election Candidates! Listen to the episodes as we interview candidates running in Camrose County in the 2021 municipal election! Cast an informed vote and learn about who is running for council! There will be multiple episodes released for both City of Camrose and Camrose County candidates. Thank you for joining us for another episode!
Please note that all candidates were invi...
Get to know your 2021 City of Camrose Election Candidates! Listen to the episodes as we interview candidates running in the City of Camrose in the 2021 municipal election! Cast an informed vote and learn about who is running! Stay tuned - There will be multiple episodes released for both City of Camrose and Camrose County candidates. Thank you for joining us for another episode!
Please note that all candidates were invited...
Get to know your 2021 City of Camrose Election Candidates! Listen to the episodes as we interview candidates running in the City of Camrose in the 2021 municipal election! Cast an informed vote and learn about who is running! Stay tuned - There will be multiple episodes released for both City of Camrose and Camrose County candidates. Thank you for joining us for another episode!
Please note that all candidates were invited...
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