To take part in one or more of these excursions, please call 780.786.2416. Please note that bookings are made via phone only.
August 8 - University of Alberta Botanic Garden (Devonian Gardens) - Cost $27.00
Under 50 or out of area, fees are full fare (Double the cost)
With 80 acres to explore, our gardens are the perfect place to recharge in nature. Explore cultural gardens, northern climate-hardy plant collections, indoor showrooms and extensive natural areas Seniors can enjoy free coffee from our Patio Cafe and hop on a Beeline cart for easier access throughout the Garden. 11am – 3 pm.
Pick ups:
8:00 am Goose Lake Hall
8:30 am Blue Ridge Hall
8:45 am Greencourt Hall
9:00 am Mayerthorpe Legion/PVL
9:10 am Rochfort Trading Post
9:20 am Sangudo Pit Stop
Min 7 Max 14
Return: 4:30 - 5:30 pm
Registration Deadline: August 4
August 12 - 13 - A Day on the Train - Battle River Train - Cost $235.00 Single, $192.00 Double, $177.00 Triple, $170.00 Quad. These prices include Transportation, Train Trip, Train Meal, Breakfast and Hotel Room.
Under 50 or out of area, fees are full fare (Double the cost)
Departure by train Forestburg to Heisler and Rosaland A Day on the Train visiting rural communities along Battle River Railway! Travel by passenger train to small town Alberta, where you will dine in a vintage hotel, take a tour at The Detention Brewery, visit Canada's Largest Baseball glove and purchase the world’s best sausage at the Heisler General Store. Local entertainment will be sure to please. After the brewery tour, board the train for your return trip back to Forestburg. We go to the Camrose Resort Casino Hotel at 6:30 pm leaving in the morning to make our way back home with a stop at the Reynolds museum along the way.
Pick ups:
7:10 am Goose Lake Hall
7:40 am Blue Ridge Hall
7:50 am Greencourt Hall
8:00 am Mayerthorpe Legion/PVL
8:10 am Rochfort Trading Post
8:20 am Sangudo Pit Stop
Min 7 Max 14
Return: August 13 4:30 - 5:30 pm
Registration Deadline: August 4
August 17 - Jubilations Dinner Theatre - Wedding Singer - Cost $54.00 - Doors Opens 6:30 pm – Supper Included – Show Starts 8:00 pm
Under 50 or out of area, fees are full fare (Double the cost)
Jubilations Dinner Theatre is We’ve all attended a wedding or two. Which is why we could all relate to the classic movie about a 1980’s wedding singer who finally found a love of his own. By the 1990’s, the wedding singer has had lots of practice and is often called on to sing at the biggest weddings of the year. But what happens when he has to sing at, what everyone says will surely be, thee wedding of the millennium?! Oh, and the millennium bride just happens to be his daughter. He’s the wedding singer and the father of the bride, and there may even be some wedding crashers. Come and sing along to all your favourite wedding songs from the 80’s and 90’s, Jubilations Dinner Theatre presents… Wedding Singer 1999!
Pick ups:
3:30 pm Goose Lake Hall
4:00 pm Blue Ridge Hall
4:20 pm Greencourt Hall
4:30 pm Mayerthorpe Legion/PVL
4:40 pm Rochfort Trading Post
4:50 pm Sangudo Pit Stop
Min 7 Max 14
Return: 10:30 pm - 11:30 pm
Registration Deadline: August 11
August 18 - Century Mile Racetrack and Casino or Airport Outlet Mall - Cost $20.00 - Racing 6:15 pm
Under 50 or out of area, fees are full fare (Double the cost)
Pick ups:
2:00 pm Goose Lake Hall
2:30 pm Blue Ridge Hall
2:45 pm Greencourt Hall
3:00 pm Mayerthorpe Legion/PVL
3:10 pm Rochfort Trading Post
3:20 pm Sangudo Pit Stop
Min 7 Max 14
Return: 10:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Registration Deadline: August 11
August 24 - Ukrainian Village - Cost $28.00
Under 50 or out of area, fees are full fare (Double the cost)
Experience history brought to life by costumed interpreters at our open-air museum. Hear the first-hand stories of early settlers to east central Alberta.
Pick ups:
8:00 am Goose Lake Hall
8:30 am Blue Ridge Hall
8:50 am Greencourt Hall
9:00 am Mayerthorpe Legion/PVL
9:10 am Rochfort Trading Post
9:20 am Sangudo Pit Stop
Min 7 Max 14
Return: 5:30 - 6:30 pm
Registration Deadline: August 14
September 2 - Enoch Indian Horse Relay Races - Cost $25.00 Food Not Included - Racing starts at 12:00 Noon
Under 50 or out of area, fees are full fare (Double the cost)
Indian Relay Racing is one of the most exciting of all horse racing events! In this traditional Indigenous event, competitors ride bareback, exchanging horses as they ride from one to the next as they make their way to the finish line. Often competitors race in traditional markings and attire.
Pick ups:
9:00 am Goose Lake Hall
9:30 am Blue Ridge Hall
9:45 am Greencourt Hall
10:00 am Mayerthorpe Legion/PVL
10:10 am Rochfort Trading Post
10:20 am Sangudo Pit Stop
Min 7 Max 14
Return: 5:00 - 6:15 pm
Registration Deadline: August 25
Aquafit or Exercise at Whitecourt A&J Millar Centre:
Session 1 Sep 5 - Oct 24 - Tuesday Aquafit or Exercise at Whitecourt A&J Millar Centre - 8 days per session Cost $104.00 - Over 70 - $100.00 - Lunch Not Included in Price
Under 50 or out of area, fees are full fare (Double the cost)
During our time at the center, you can join beginner Aquafit, use the walking track or weight and exercise machines. Aqua fit Noon – 12:45. We will enjoy a lunch together after exercising prior to driving home.
Pick ups:
10:00 am Sangudo Pit Stop
10:15 am Rochfort Trading Post
10:30 am Mayerthorpe Legion/PVL
10:40 am Greencourt Hall
10:50 am Blue Ridge Hall
Min 7 Max 14
Return: 2:30 - 3:15 pm
Registration Deadline: August 29
Session 2 Oct 31 – Dec 19 - Tuesday Aquafit or Exercise at Whitecourt A&J Millar Centre - 8 days per session Cost $104.00 - Over 70 - $100.00 - Lunch Not Included in Price
Under 50 or out of area, fees are full fare (Double the cost)
During our time at the center, you can join beginner Aquafit, use the walking track or weight and exercise machines. Aqua fit Noon – 12:45. We will enjoy a lunch together after exercising prior to driving home.
Pick ups:
10:00 am Sangudo Pit Stop
10:15 am Rochfort Trading Post
10:30 am Mayerthorpe Legion/PVL
10:40 am Greencourt Hall
10:50 am Blue Ridge Hall
Min 7 Max 14
Return: 2:30 - 3:15 pm
Registration Deadline: October 25
Sept 1 - Barrhead Senior League Bowling - Cost $155.00 - Friday Sept. 1 – Oct. 13 (7 days)
Under 50 or out of area, fees are full fare (Double the cost)
Join us for Senior League Bowling in Barrhead. Bowling time 10:00am -Noon Shoe Rental is included. Lunch not included, but will be going for lunch after.
Pick ups:
7:45 am Goose Lake Hall
8:10 am Blue Ridge Hall
8:20 am Greencourt Hall
8:30 am Mayerthorpe Legion/PVL
8:45 am Rochfort Trading Post
9:00 am Sangudo Pit Stop
Min 7 Max 14
Return: 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Registration Deadline: August 18
Registration Begins July 24. If you wish to have the schedule emailed to you please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. If you do not have access to email you may pick a schedule up from the Town of Mayerthorpe Office or West End Bus Trips on Facebook.
Important Announcements:
Minimum of 4 required at Fort Assiniboine and Goose Lake unless the bus is going past.
Payments must be made prior to Deadline to avoid losing a spot to people on the waiting list.
Cancellations must be made prior to the Registration Deadline. Refunds or Credits will not be issued if cancellations are after the registration deadline.
Gift Certificates are available for purchase at Mayerthorpe Town Office. 780.786.2416 * Payments Mayerthorpe Town Office Box 420 Mayerthorpe, T0E 1N0
About the West End Bus Society
The West End Bus Society provides affordable transportation to seniors and people living with disabilities in the west end of Lac Ste. Anne County. For more information about the society and its service, visit their Facebook page, or contact them at 780.786.2416
