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More Than a Myth: Sylvan Lake’s Mermaid Legacy

A Story Shaped by the Shore If you’ve ever wandered through downtown Sylvan Lake and stopped at the mermaid and baby fountain on 50th Avenue, you’re not alone. It’s eye-catching, a little unexpected, and guaranteed...
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A Solo Adventurer’s Winter Weekend

For the Lakeborn: A Winter Weekend Gone Rugged For the solo traveller who loves to move, explore, and chase winter energy, Sylvan Lake is the perfect cold-weather basecamp. With frozen lake rinks, miles of snowshoe...
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A Winter Vacation for Two

A Nautical-Tinged Night for Lovers of the Lake Life Winter in Sylvan Lake has a way of transforming the shoreline into something straight out of a cold-weather storybook! For couples looking for a getaway that...
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Where Mermaids Do Winter: Girls’ Trip Weekend Edition

Because Mermaids Love Winter Too! Winter at the lake isn’t just for ice fishers and hockey players, it’s for mermaids too. Sylvan Lake’s coastal spirit runs deep, and when the snow falls, it becomes the...
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The Magic of Sylvan Lake Holiday Markets

Your Guide to Festive Markets & Holiday Shopping! Looking for festive and local shopping opportunities this holiday season? Here are some markets in the Sylvan Lake area where handmade gifts, local artisans, and seasonal magic...
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Meet You at the Lighthouse

A Familiar Stop Along the Waterfront When people think of lighthouses, they picture rocky coastlines, crashing waves, and salty air, not exactly the middle of Alberta. And yet, standing proudly along Sylvan Lake’s shoreline is...