Clearwater County Podcasts

Clearwater County Podcasts

Welcome to Clearwater County Podcasts. An ongoing conversation about the issues that matter to residents and businesses of Clearwater County. Located in west central Alberta, Clearwater County is home to nearly 12,000 residents and encompasses over 18,000 square kilometres of diverse and breathtaking landscapes.

Episodes

October 6, 2026 • 11 mins
In this episode, Economic Development Officer Jerry Pratt meets with Sheldon Mehlhaff and Jeremy Thompson of Rocky Mountain House Search and Rescue (Rocky SAR) to discuss safety when recreating in the Abraham Lake area. The discussion highlights the dangers of going on Abraham Lake, being prepared when in the back country, and what members of Rocky SAR do. You can find out more about Rocky SAR at https://www.clearwatercounty.c...
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In this episode, Economic Development Officer Jerry Pratt sits down with Kevin Gagne, President of Rocky Mountain House Rod and Gun Club, to discuss the club’s feature as being Canada’s longest public rifle range (1612m) plus other ranges and 3D archery. They also highlight some of the club’s activities and role in the community. The discussion highlighted the club’s commitment to promoting safe and res...
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July 28, 2026 • 22 mins

In this episode, Economic Development Officer Jerry Pratt sits down with Nolan West, Founder/CEO of Rival Trade Brewing Co., to discuss the brewery’s living tapestry of tradition and taste, selection of beers, taproom tales, and community events. They also highlight some of the events they host and contribute to the community, and share what guests can expect from their brewery. 

To learn more, visit https://www.riv...

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In this episode, Economic Development Officer Jerry Pratt sits down with Nichole, President of the Rocky Mountain House Agricultural Society, to discuss the Society's role in supporting agriculture and community programs. They also highlight this year's Open Farm Days, taking place on August 15 and 16, and share what residents and visitors can expect from participating farms and agricultural experiences throughout Clearwater ...

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June 18, 2026 • 27 mins

In this interview, Clearwater County Economic Development Officer, Jerry Pratt, sits down with Peter Davies, President of the Rocky ATV Club, to discuss the Club’s important role in the region. They explore the work volunteers do to build and maintain trails, the education and training opportunities available to members, and the many benefits of enjoying the outdoors on well-designed, sustainable trail systems.

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In this podcast episode, Jerry Pratt, Economic Development Officer, interviews Jim Duncan with Clearwater Trails Initiative (CTI) a non-profit society with community-based efforts aimed at developing and maintaining recreational trails within the county. 

These trails can encompass various types, including hiking, biking, equestrian, and cross-country skiing trails. The initiative involve local government, communit...
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February 5, 2024 • 18 mins
Rocky Mountain House Search and Rescue (Rocky SAR) is a volunteer organization that serves the residents and visitors of Clearwater County.  We are very grateful for their dedication and professionalism.  Eric Brownrigg, President of Rocky SAR, speaks with Jerry Pratt, Economic Development Officer with Clearwater County, about the organization, their training, and safety tips for those recreating in the David Thompso...
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Dive into the County's Open Access Network (OAN), a game-changing initiative for better connectivity in Clearwater County. With three out of six project phases done, the OAN uses a vast 360-kilometer fiber-optic cable (Core Backbone) and well-placed wireless towers for high-speed Internet across the county. Join Jerry Pratt, the Economic Development Officer, in an engaging podcast as he interviews Rigstar's President/Co-Founde...
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Welcome to our Introduction to the Land Use Bylaw Podcast, where we discuss the purpose of the LUB, why there is a need for rewriting it, how it aligns with the Municipal Development Plan, how Clearwater County residents and businesses can provide input, and who it impacts. Learn more at: www.clearwatercounty.ca/LUB
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October 5, 2023 • 21 mins
In this podcast interview Jerry Pratt, Economic Development Officer, interviews Rhonda Serhan, Manager of Financial Services, about how County finances are structured. Learn about the different areas that property taxes fund and how they work.
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Friends of the Eastern Slopes is a non-profit organization that has taken over the management of over a dozen Provincial Recreation Areas (PRAs) or campgrounds from Alberta Parks, most of them within Clearwater County. In this video, Jerry Pratt, Economic Development Officer for Clearwater County, interviews Dale Marshall and Suzanne Comfort, President and Vice President of the Friends of the Eastern Slopes.  They discus...
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Amazing Horse Country is a ranch near Crimson Lake in Clearwater County that helps horses and riders grow closer together and trains both how so they can enjoy new adventures together.  In this video Jerry Pratt, Economic Development Officer for Clearwater County, interviews Scott Phillips, owner of Amazing Horse Country.  They discuss what Scott does with his clients and horses, why he chose this area for his busine...
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Clearwater County Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), Rick Emmons, discusses the role of Council, the Municipal Government Act, Bylaws, and how services and expectations have changed for municipal government over his 30 some years of experience.

Located in west central Alberta, Canada, Clearwater County is a rural municipality that covers an area of over 18,000 square kms and has a population of just under 12,000. ...
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Clearwater County Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), Rick Emmons, discusses the role of Council, the Municipal Government Act, Bylaws, and how services and expectations have changed for municipal government over his 30 some years of experience.

Located in west central Alberta, Canada, Clearwater County is a rural municipality that covers an area of over 18,000 square kms and has a population of just under 12,000. ...
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Listen to the latest discussion about the Black Mountain Fire in Clearwater County about 19 kms from Nordegg in late July of 2022.  In this video Jerry Pratt, Economic Development Officer, interviews the Director of Emergency & Legislative Services, Fire Chief and Deputy Fire Chief of Operations with Clearwater Regional Fire and Rescue Services. 

They discuss the conditions at the time of the fire, the res...
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Listen to the latest discussion about the Black Mountain Fire in Clearwater County about 19 kms from Nordegg in late July of 2022.  In this video Jerry Pratt, Economic Development Officer, interviews the Director of Emergency & Legislative Services, Fire Chief and Deputy Fire Chief of Operations with Clearwater Regional Fire and Rescue Services. 

They discuss the conditions at the time of the fire, the res...
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West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd., a Canadian Lumber company with a laminated veneer lumber (LVL) plant located SW of Rocky Mountain House in Clearwater County, and they have sawmill and lumber treatment plant located near Sundre just South of Clearwater County.  In this video Jerry Pratt, Economic Development Officer for Clearwater County, interviews Bob Jackle, General Manager of the West Fraser LVL plant, and Tom Daniels, Fo...
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Listen the latest podcast episode about a new luxury cabin rental business in Nordegg, Alberta.

Tanya Koshowski runs Nature’s Getaway Nordegg, and in this video Jerry Pratt, Economic Development Officer with Clearwater County, interviews Tanya about why they chose Nordegg, the joys of operating multiple cabin rentals, and how they have made Nature’s Getaway a unique place for couples and families to enjoy as...
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Economic Development Officer, Jerry Pratt, welcomes Don Livingston, Director Recreation, Ecosystem and Land Management with Alberta Environment and Parks, to discuss projects along the David Thompson Highway between the hamlet of Nordegg and the Banff National Park.  Alberta Environment and Parks is building new parking lots, trail heads and pedestrian crossing in response the growth in visitors to Clearwater County and D...
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Brett Pawlyk is a long-time local adventurer and guide. In this video he speaks with Jerry Pratt, Economic Development Officer with Clearwater County, about HeLa Ventures, Mountain Adventure School, caring for the land as people recreate, and his book “David Thompson Country: A Scrambling Guide.”

Brett wants everyone to know that we have a beautiful area to live and play in, and that the best way to enjoy th...
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