Jenna Hobbs from The Hobbs Farm and the creator of the Homegrown Source Book joins us on this episode! The Homegrown Source Book is a curation of knowledge, wisdom, recipes, and art by rural women all over the world. It is a digital publication (soon to be print) that supports each woman for their valuable
2023 Provincial Election MLA Candidates Interviews
Get to know your Camrose Candidates for the Alberta 2023 Provincial Election! In this episode, we talk to New Democratic Party Candidate (NDP) Richard Bruneau and Independent Party Candidate Bob Blayone. Take a listen to hear what these candidates have to say and why they think they are the best candidate for Camrose, AB. United
Ep #19 – Round Hill Renaissance Agriculture Project
Kyle Nahirniak joins us to talk about the Round Hill Renaissance Agriculture Foundation (RHRAF). Kyle is a farmer who was born and raised in Round Hill and is an active community member and participant in the RHRAF. The Round Hill Renaissance Agriculture Foundation was created by the community of Round Hill in 2020. In September
Ep #18 – Building a Brewery in a Rural School – Detention Brewing Co.
Wyatt Langille joins us from Detention Brewing Co. in the village of Rosalind, Alberta. Wyatt and his family are alumni of the Rosalind School which was shut down in 2013. Along with his parents, they decided to buy the school and turn it into a brewery! Now the school is once again a place in
Ep #17 – Cattle Shows with Adam Black
It is always a good day when you are talking about cattle! Adam Black from Irvineside Cattle Company joins me in this episode to answer some questions about the cattle show world. Have you ever wondered what is going on at a cattle show? Why are these shows important? Is cattle shampoo a real thing?
Ep #16 – Eat and Volunteer Local
Marian Williams joins the Rural Opportunities Podcast to talk about volunteering in the community, her experience as an Alberta Agriculture District Home Economist, and her passion for local foods! Marian’s enthusiasm for her community shines through and we are so grateful for her knowledge and experience in our community! For more information on topics talked
Ep #15 – Smoky Lake Great White North Pumpkin Weigh-off and Fair
In this episode of the Rural Opportunities podcast, Megan interviews Michelle Wright, the president of the 2022 Pumpkin Growers Association, and Caitlin Macawaechek, the vice president, about the Smoky Lake Pumpkin Fair. They discuss the history of the festival, its growth over the years, and the various activities and attractions that attendees can expect. The
Ep #14 – Rural Municipalities of Alberta (RMA) with Cindy Trautman
On the latest episode of the Rural Opportunities Podcast, we are joined by Cindy Trautman the Reeve of Camrose County to talk about the Rural Municipalities of Alberta (RMA). Why is the RMA important to you as a rural resident? Have you ever wondered what they do for you? This episode is the one to
Ep #13 – Lazuli Farms – First Generation Farming
On the latest episode of the Rural Opportunities Podcast, we talk with Kylie Bartman of Lazuli Farms. Kylie, her husband Scott and their three kids are the farmers at Lazuli Farms. A pharmacist and a farmer, Kylie shares with us the journey of Lazuli Farms. She is passionate about community and local food. Lazuli Farms
Ep #12 – Buying Rural Properties with Michael Parker
Michael Parker a.k.a Parker is a realtor with a heart for people. He loves helping people achieve their real estate goals whether that includes finding the property of their dreams or selling their current property. Parker has plenty of rural living experience including growing up on an acreage and buying/ selling his own acreage! This
