Kananaskis Country

PHOTOS: The past week in photography, stories in the Bow Valley.

The Mountain Wave Classic, the only River Surfing Competition in Western Canada, was held in Kananaskis Country on Saturday (Aug. 24). River surfers showcase their best tricks on the Mountain wave, a standalone wave in the heart of the Rockies.

Climbers spend two nights on northwest face of Mount Birdwood before being rescued after rope became stuck on descent.

Wild turkeys about 50-60 kilometres from where Alberta Conservation Association typically releases turkeys in the province.

The closure is in effect from Sept. 3 to Oct. 15, or until further notice, according to an Alberta Parks advisory.

Environment Canada issued a special weather statement for Canmore, the MD of Bighorn and Îyârhe (Stoney) Nakoda First Nation, saying more that 40mm of precipitation is expected to fall by Wednesday (Aug. 28).

Payphone to remain in use until community phone is installed.

Funds raised to assist Geng's mother and son with essential expenses after her sudden death.