Programs

The Willmore Wilderness Foundation offers a wide variety of programs and services that preserve heritage, support community well-being, and strengthen stewardship of Alberta’s Eastern Slopes.

Information & Education

We provide information about Willmore Wilderness Park to the public, educational institutions, government agencies, and non-government organizations. Educational resources are available through the Willmore Wilderness Foundation and include videos, books, social media content, teaching materials, and other informational resources. These resources can also be accessed through our location at 4600 Pine Plaza, Grande Cache.

Health & Wellness Programs: Wellness in the Wild

Willmore Wellness is an exciting new initiative rooted in the heart of Alberta’s Eastern Slopes. Our mission is to support individuals, families, and groups in strengthening physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being.

We develop and coordinate community-based health and wellness programs that build self-esteem, encourage healthy living, and promote holistic growth. Our approach blends immersive, nature-based experiences with the rich history and culture of Willmore Wilderness Park, creating opportunities for healing, learning, and meaningful connection.

Trail Clearing & Infrastructure Improvement

The Willmore Wilderness Foundation carries out trail and infrastructure improvement work in Improvement District No. 25 / Willmore Wilderness Park. We restore campsites, gravesites, and pack out trash from the Park. We provide training in the traditions and cultural ways of the Canadian Rocky Mountains, along with information services, tourism promotion, and community collaboration.

Willmore Wilderness Park (Improvement District No. 25) covers approximately 4,600 square kilometres and includes hundreds of miles of trails. In some areas, these trails have been neglected for more than half a century. Access is primarily by horseback, and crews often travel long distances to reach work sites. The goal of this program is to restore and rehabilitate the trails and infrastructure of Willmore Wilderness Park.

Historical Research

The Willmore Wilderness Foundation researches and builds a historical database using archival sources such as Hudson’s Bay Company records, North West Company records, church records, and census documents.

These materials are used to help tell the story of this region through tourism, regional storytelling, film, television, social media, and other promotional and educational activities. This historical work is shared regionally and helps promote the unique culture, traditions, and history of Alberta’s Rocky Mountains.

Film and Social Media

The Willmore Wilderness Preservation and Historical Foundation produces documentaries and social media content focused on traditional knowledge, stories, and landscapes of Alberta’s Eastern Slopes. These powerful stories are told against the outstanding scenery of the Canadian Rocky Mountains.

Books

Through book publishing and film production, we aim to educate audiences about the unique culture, history, flora, and fauna of Willmore Wilderness Park and the surrounding areas.