The Tsuu T’ina (Sarcee) lived along the North Saskatchewan River, and the northern most region was occupied by the Slavey (Slave Dene). 

 Fur trade hit Alberta and the lives of the Indigenous changed permanently. As herds decreased in size due to overhunting, the First Nations were forced to find new prey to hunt. They were also required to migrate as the fur trade shuffled around the province, displacing the various tribes across the province. 

 September 1, 1905 Alberta become an official province within Canada, and went through a steady influx of population increases due to immigration. During World War I, the province was bountiful and were able to supply soldiers, grains and other material. However, in the great Depression, they were suffering with plagues of grasshoppers, droughts and fluctuating prices or needs for grain and coal. 

Though, like much of the world, once World War II began their economy rose. In 1947 they discovered a vast deposit of oil and their economy has since continued to expand as the prices of oil has continued to increase over the decades. Except in the 1970s with the oil-crisis and people wondered what would happen next. Their main economy also happens to include agriculture. Since there are few trees, and lots of flat land, it’s only logical. They predominantly grow wheat, durum, rye, barley, etc. that rakes in over $5 billion a year, and livestock which produces over $6 billion a year.

 They offer rock-climbing courses and programs from May to the middle of September. While people don’t necessarily need to have massive strength in their upper arms, until advanced climbing techniques, the use of their legs is what becomes essential. 

 If you’re not visiting during the summer, then try your hand at ice climbing instead. It might not be as popular as it’s opposite, rock climbing, it’s definitely gaining momentum. This season is typically mid-November to March/April, depending on temperatures. 

People need to use ice axes and crampons (spiked foot gear) in order to make their way up the frozen waterfalls. The initial stages of learning how to ice climb can be described as kicking your legs and swinging to help you climb, almost like a ladder. 

 You can also try mountaineering, which is one of the world’s most popular adventure sports. Even if someone doesn’t actually attempt it themselves, they are usually interested in stories revolving around it. If that’s the group you’re in, and you want to give it a shot, then you can try their beginner courses. 

 One of the reasons people are so enthusiastic about climbing mountains is because the skills required, physically and mentally, are so elevated that accomplishing the feat is like reaching heaven. The mental component of achieving goals, and what may be viewed as impossible, can-do wonders for the individual.