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Hello, Edmonton faithful.
Dropping by here to seek the advice of the natives around Edmonton for a trip I have coming up in a month.
Myself and a few friends are venturing north from the deep south to see the Stars play the Oilers on Friday, December the 4th. Besides the game, there are a few things I would like to see and do while up in Canada, as the chance to visit isn't as frequent as I'd like. Rather than waste y'all's time and banter about internet lists and ideas, I'll just ask a few open ended questions and hope to get some input.
I've always wanted to attend a game in Canada, and make a game in Rexall Place before it closed. Should be fun--thanks in advance for the help!
1) We've never had the chance to play hockey outdoors... ever. On Saturday morning, following the game, is there a place where we could bring our skates and sticks and just play a little pickup? It might seem cliche, but anything with a mountain view would be a bonus. Think "Mystery Alaska," for effect.
2) Later that afternoon, the SEC championship game will be played; is there a good place to watch college football in downtown Edmonton? Moreover, (and this might be a dumb question), is college football broadcast in Canada?
3) What is the nightlife like in Edmonton? In particular, what is a good place to go pre-game and post-game Friday night, and then perhaps venture out Saturday night? We are in our mid-twenties (24-27), if that helps filter the line of thinking.
4) Is there any other good spots to go in Edmonton that are "must-see" for hockey fans? Wouldn't want to miss anything cool while we are up there.
Thanks again for all your help. Really looking forward to the trip, and a good game!
Dropping by here to seek the advice of the natives around Edmonton for a trip I have coming up in a month.
Myself and a few friends are venturing north from the deep south to see the Stars play the Oilers on Friday, December the 4th. Besides the game, there are a few things I would like to see and do while up in Canada, as the chance to visit isn't as frequent as I'd like. Rather than waste y'all's time and banter about internet lists and ideas, I'll just ask a few open ended questions and hope to get some input.
I've always wanted to attend a game in Canada, and make a game in Rexall Place before it closed. Should be fun--thanks in advance for the help!
1) We've never had the chance to play hockey outdoors... ever. On Saturday morning, following the game, is there a place where we could bring our skates and sticks and just play a little pickup? It might seem cliche, but anything with a mountain view would be a bonus. Think "Mystery Alaska," for effect.
2) Later that afternoon, the SEC championship game will be played; is there a good place to watch college football in downtown Edmonton? Moreover, (and this might be a dumb question), is college football broadcast in Canada?
3) What is the nightlife like in Edmonton? In particular, what is a good place to go pre-game and post-game Friday night, and then perhaps venture out Saturday night? We are in our mid-twenties (24-27), if that helps filter the line of thinking.
4) Is there any other good spots to go in Edmonton that are "must-see" for hockey fans? Wouldn't want to miss anything cool while we are up there.
Thanks again for all your help. Really looking forward to the trip, and a good game!