Five great day trips from Calgary (and a handy tip)

From the astonishing landscapes of Banff to the relics of dinosaurs, First Nations tribes and cowboys, Alberta offers a glimpse into the nation’s past – just as Calgary points to its future. Local travel writer Joanne Elves plots your routeWhy I love Calgary, Canada’s energy capital
Bar U Ranch Historical Site
An hour south-west of Calgary on “The Cowboy Trail”, is your chance to learn about the ranching history of Alberta at the Bar U Ranch Historical Site because