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DRUMHELLER, BADLANDS & BEYOND TOURING / Alberta
Royal Tyrrell Museum
The Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology celebrates the spectacular diversity of
life on Earth, from the tiniest grain of pollen to the mightiest dinosaur. This world-
renowned museum and research facility is located in the rugged Canadian Badlands
in Drumheller, Alberta.
Located only 90 minutes northeast of Calgary, Canada’s only museum devoted
exclusively to palaeontology – the study of plant and animal life based on the fossil
record – offers something for everyone. Hundreds of thousands of people each year
are captivated by one of the world’s largest collections of dinosaur skeletons, most
of which were discovered in Alberta’s badlands – one of the best places in the world
for fossil discoveries. The latest exhibition, Grounds for Discovery, highlights fossils
found during industrial activities, including one of the best preserved dinosaurs in
the world.
All of the museum’s dynamic displays spark curiosity, dispel myths and engage
people with learning. In the summer, visitors can also participate in educational
programs that interpret how the past and present are related. Individuals and
families alike can learn about the wonders of the badlands during a guided hike,
create a cast of a real fossil or try their hand at digging in a quarry. Open year round,
the museum offers extended hours from May to September.
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Prairie Sprinter Calgary to Medicine Hat Transfer Dig Up Hidden History & Western Culture Tour
Prairie Sprinter offers twice daily scheduled transfer service between Calgary and
Medicine Hat. With your choice of two daily departure times, getting to your SE
Alberta destination has never been easier. Choose from a variety of popular pick-
up spots in Calgary and enjoy complimentary front door service in Medicine Hat.
Stops in Strathmore, Bassano, Brooks and Suffield are available. In Medicine Hat,
Canada's sunniest city, uncover the area's rich history in the Historic Clay District,
taste your way through local coffee shops and breweries and stand under the
World's Tallest Teepee. When you have finished exploring the city, Prairie Sprinter
will return you to Calgary. Hike pine forest trails in the middle of the prairie, meet prehistoric dinosaurs,
explore the culturally diverse city of Medicine Hat and dine on creative local dishes
on this five-day/four-night tour of the Canadian Badlands and SE Alberta. Unearth
Alberta's secret maverick past and bold modern spirit with local experts at Prairie
Sprinter. Your thirst for western culture will be satisfied as you experience
indigenous Blackfoot traditions, a night in one of the world's largest dark sky
preserves, a walk in the footsteps of giant prehistoric creatures and professional live
theatre. Travelling in a small group means you will make great new friendships.
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