The warm months may be the perfect time to find new or favourite leisure destinations in the County, start that home project or work on the garden. Here are a few things to help you plan.Â
Summer destinations
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Strathcona County is an up and coming choice as a tourism destination. From weekend visits to staycations, there’s always something new to discover in the county.
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Recreation and events
You may choose to find an in-person recreation program, or get ready for visiting one of our recreation centres - bookings may be required: know before you go.
Things to do Permanent link to things-to-do
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Gardening and lawn and tree care Permanent link to gardening-and-lawn-and-tree-care
Caring for your home and property
- If you have a home improvement project, check which permits you need
- Remember your waste collection schedule may include weekly organics collection
- Learn how to reduce the risk of your home flooding during heavy rain or snow melt and consider adopting a storm drain
- Landscape your property to protect you home from wildfires
In case of flooding
When there is an immediate threat of flood to homes, businesses or roadways, residents should contact 780-417-7100. For all other concerns, please submit an inquiry through County Connect:Â
- Flooding buildings or structures
- Flooding roads, ditches, sidewalks, or approaches
- Pooling trails
- Other drainage, flooding or pooling
Summer is also a time for...
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Roasting marshmallows
Do it safely! Learn about spring and summer safety tips, help prevent fires and enjoy a perfect Smore!
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Check also:Â How to prepare your family for an emergency
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Living with wildlife
As we spend more time outside, you may see more wildlife. Learn about common wildlife in Strathcona County and how to manage issues on your property.
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Check also: Ways to reduce odours on your property to help keep pests away
![Smores being roasted over a screen-protected camp fire](https://storagecdn.strathcona.ca/files/images/comc-medium-covid-smores-660x396.jpg)
Roasting marshmallows
Do it safely! Learn about spring and summer safety tips, help prevent fires and enjoy a perfect Smore!
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Check also:Â How to prepare your family for an emergency
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![Coyote crossing a road in front of a car](https://storagecdn.strathcona.ca/files/images/tas-medium-wildlife-animals-660x396.jpg)
Living with wildlife
As we spend more time outside, you may see more wildlife. Learn about common wildlife in Strathcona County and how to manage issues on your property.
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Check also: Ways to reduce odours on your property to help keep pests away