From the Red Deer Senior Rustlers.. Photos Courtesy Dennis Berg
SENIOR RUSTLERS TAKE INAUGURAL MATCHUP AGAINST SYLVAN LAKE PIRATES
The Red Deer Senior Rustlers and Sylvan Lake Pirates met for the first time Saturday night, with the Rustlers skating away with a 5-2 win.
The Red Deer Senior Rustlers moved to 3-0 in their inaugural North Central Hockey League season with a 5-2 win over the Sylvan Lake Pirates.
With both teams entering the NCHL this season, it was the inaugural meeting of the two squads, in what’s sure to develop into a spirited rivalry.
Dustin Moore led the way offensively for the Rustlers with four assists, while defenceman Eric Frere added three assists. Forward Ty Berkholtz scored two for the Rustlers before leaving the game late in the second after taking a high stick in the face, but would return to the game in the third.
Brett Bothwell earned his second win in as many starts, stopping 31 of 33 Sylvan Lake shots. Pirates goalie Adam Gingras made 31 saves in a losing effort for Sylvan Lake.
Mike Dempster
Blake Goehring
Dylan Winnicky
Dustin Moore
Adam McPherson
The Rustlers are at home once again this Saturday, October 27 against the Daysland Thunder, who only just played their first game of the season on Sunday, an 8-3 victory over the Pirates.
Doors open at 7pm at the Penhold Multiplex, with puck drop set for 7:30. Tickets for the game are $10 at the door, children under 12 are free.
For more information on the Red Deer Senior Rustlers, contact [email protected], or follow the team on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.
After 15 years as a TV reporter with Global and CBC and as news director of RDTV in Red Deer, Duane set out on his own 2008 as a visual storyteller. During this period, he became fascinated with a burgeoning online world and how it could better serve local communities. This fascination led to Todayville, launched in 2016.
See a Sloth!Pet a Kangaroo!Meet a Tegu!
Hang with an Iguana! And many more amazing animals.
The YYC Nature Centre, Cobb’s Adventure Park, & Cobb’s Exotic Animal Rescue are bringing you a not to be missed event in Red Deer Feb 3rd – Feb 5th
$17.00 in Advance
$21.00 at the door
Kids 3 and under Free.
Jan 20, 7-9pm – Adults Only Admission
$26.00 in Advance
$31.00 at the door
VIP EXPERIENCE– *BEST VALUE!*
A small group guided experience with many of our animals! VIP Experiences are VERY LIMITED per day. One at the beginning of the day and one at the end of the day. Choose either the Parrot and Mammal Experience or the Reptile experience. $150/person in advance including admission, $175/person at the door.
ADD ON ANIMAL EXPERIENCES
Pet/feed a wallaby. Feed a porcupine. Hug a boa. Includes photo opportunity with your camera. $20 – $60 per person, per experience.
Educational Program
COLD BLOODED AMAZON
Learn about some of the largest reptiles on earth that call the Amazon home!
Educational Program
DIVERSITY OF LIVING THINGS: MAMMALS
Learn about Sloths, Sugar Gliders, Kangaroos and much more!
Rating: 5 out of 5.
“After 2 long years of there being so little to do, it was great to be able to finally do something exciting…and something different than normal.
– Holly Pettitt
“We went to this show in Lethbridge this year and my 11 year old daughter loved it. She got all kinds of Wallaby snuggles, she held an alligator, armadillo, had some friendly birds perch on her head and got to see so much more. It’s really nice to get out and see everyone’s smiling faces. Trust me the VIP access is worth it!”
– Ronda Sauers
“My kids had a great time!! The got to pet many different animals! They loved having their pics taken holding a gator and a snake!!”
– Sabrina Henry
What Is The Wildlife Festival?
The Wildlife Festival is an annual interactive experience that highlights animals and their habitats. Our mission is to inspire and educate people of all ages by connecting with animals. Our entertaining stage shows, educational displays and interactive experiences with the animals will teach, entertain and delight all who attend.
Who we are
Cobb’s Exotic Animal Rescue is a non-profit division of Cobb’s Adventure Park. Cobb’s is home to hundreds of animals including Kangaroos, Wallabies, Wallaroos, Llamas, Emus, Porcupines and more. Their mission is to give all exotic animals a safe and healthy life. Their current goal is to build an education center as a place to house and a place to educate the public on what it means to be involved with exotic animals. Far too often people buy exotic animals without thinking of the consequences long term. Many of these animals outgrow their spaces and even sometimes outlive their owners. As a result, exotic animals are frequently sold and resold many times, and sadly many become inhumanely disposed of. Cobb’s Exotic Animal Rescue aims to be a link to the solution. Cobbs is able to provide the appropriate care and nurturing of many of these species and gives them the unique attention that they require.
Click below to donate, and be a part of building an education center in Alberta for exotic animals in need.
Reptile Parties INC is the parent company of Calgary Reptile Parties and the YYC Nature & Education Centre. Calgary Reptile Parties launched in 2008, became incorporated in 2012, and opened the YYC Nature & Education Centre in 2021. Their focus is on programs that promote conservation, responsible pet ownership, and connecting people to animals. The center is home to 300 animals including snakes, lizards, spiders, exotic mammals, and birds. Reptile Parties INC was featured on Animal Planet’s SCALED – seen in 195 countries in 2018.
The Wildlife Festival arrived in western Canada in 2015, produced by Little Ray’s Nature Centre & The Canadian Raptor Conservancy in Ontario. In 2017 Jason Clevett of Reptile Parties INC joined the team and returned again in 2019.
In 2022 Reptile Parties INC and Calgary based YYC Nature Centre teamed up with Cobb’s Exotic Animal Rescue and Cobb’s Adventure Park to lead the re-opening of The Wildlife Festival in Western Canada. The Wildlife Festival appeared at multiple fairs and exhibitions in Alberta and Saskatchewan in 2022 drawing thousands of visitors from all across Western Canada.
FAQ
Do we get to pet animals with a regular ticket?
Some animals are available for petting and hands on opportunities. We offer paid photo & interaction opportunities with select animals as well as VIP experiences behind the scenes.
What comes with the VIP Experience ticket?
Spend quality private time with the animals. An exclusive hands on experience with the animals, you can take photos and ask questions behind the scenes and meet the animals trainers too! VIP experiences are VERY limited, so purchase in advance is recommended.
Is this event for all ages?
Yes! Except for our ADULTS ONLY exclusive which is on Friday evening from 7-9pm.
What if I am afraid of snakes or spiders, but want to see the other animals?
Don’t worry, you can still get a chance to spend time with the other animals. We have several educational exhibits in place and the stage shows present an opportunity to learn about the animals from a comfortable distance.
Which animals will be at The Wildlife Festival?
Kangaroo, Snake, Tortoise, Tegu, Toad, Wallaby, Sugar Glider, Sloth and more! Although we have many animals attending the show, we cannot guarantee that all of them will make an appearance due to many circumstances, sensitivities, and personalities these animals can have.
Red Tegu
Where did the animals come from?
Many of the animals under our care are rescues from homes that could no longer care for them. Others have been obtained by ethical breeders for education.
Are these animals from the wild?
None of the animals at The Wildlife Festival are from the wild. They are commonly available pets that have primarily been born/hatched under human care. Since they have been raised in captivity entirely, they are not candidates to be released into the wild.
Where Does The Money Go?
100% of the proceeds goes towards the care and support of these animals.
Co-Directed by Jennifer Cocolicchio and Stephanie Layden starring Addy Penney, Jordana Woroniuk, Coryn Tardif, David Jones, and Mikayla Beever.
Please join the Notre Dame Fine Arts students for their interpretation of Matilda.
Inspired by the twisted genius of Roald Dahl, the Tony Award-winning Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical, from the Royal Shakespeare Company, revels in the anarchy of childhood, the power of imagination and the inspiring story of a girl who dreams of a better life. Book by Dennis Kelly and original songs by Tim Minchin.
Matilda is a little girl with astonishing wit, intelligence and psychokinetic powers. She’s unloved by her cruel parents but impresses her schoolteacher, the highly loveable Miss Honey. Over the course of her first term at school, Matilda and Miss Honey have a profound effect on each other’s lives, as Miss Honey begins not only to recognize but also appreciate Matilda’s extraordinary personality. Matilda’s school life isn’t completely smooth sailing, however – the school’s mean headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, hates children and just loves thinking up new punishments for those who don’t abide by her rules. But Matilda has courage and cleverness in equal amounts, and could be the school pupils’ saving grace!
Packed with high-energy dance numbers, catchy songs and quick wit, Matilda is a joyous girl power romp. Children and adults alike will be thrilled and delighted by the story of the special little girl with an extraordinary imagination.
The shows take place at Red Deer’s Memorial Centre on February 9, 10, & 11 at 7:00pm. There is also a Matinee on February 11 at 1:00pm.
TICKETS ARE $25.00
TICKETS AVAILABLE in advance at Notre Dame’s front office, online at https://www.notredamehigh.ca/programs/fine-arts or on the date at the theatre door.
SPECIAL PREVIEW NIGHT on February 8 at 7:00pm – Free for all press representatives and pay what you can for the general public.
Red Deer coalition helps children and youth develop qualities to thrive
We are excited to announce our Simple Connections Stronger Families event February 9th 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 pm. at the
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Red Deer coalition helps children and youth develop qualities to thrive
We are excited to announce our Simple Connections Stronger Families event February 9th 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 pm. at the YMCA.
When we practice gratitude, engage as a family, eat meals together, and grow together, we help our children to grow up caring, responsible and healthy. This is the key focus of Strengthening Positive Assets & Resiliency in Communities (SPARC) coalition.
There are 40 developmental assets that SPARC wants to educate the community about. Research shows the higher number of assets a young person has, the more likely they are to succeed in school, make better decisions, have better coping skills and have better overall health.
Developmental assets can be both external and internal, and range from family support, a caring neighbourhood, service to others, safety, creative activities, school engagement, integrity, honesty, interpersonal competence and self-esteem.
There are many ways for families to promote asset-building at home, but many may be unsure of exactly what development assets are, or how to support their children in building them.
To support families, SPARC is hosting our Simple Connections Stronger Families event. Open to all families who want to build resilience and connect. Thanks to the YMCA for hosting this event. Come out and experience a variety of asset-building activities together.
The event is entirely free. To register, go to www.sparcreddeer.ca and click on the Events Tab.