Foothills Winery & Storytelling Escape
About this Event
Foothills Winery & Storytelling Escape
Escape the city and step into the quiet rhythm of Alberta’s Foothills, where the landscape itself feels like a story waiting to be told. This curated day experience blends scenic travel, handcrafted flower wines, and a guided narrative that connects you to the land, the makers, and the meaning behind the journey.
Begin your escape at Saskatoon Farm — a prairie landmark where tortoises wander between garden paths, chickens roam freely, and the foothills stretch out beyond the orchards. We pause here for their iconic scones and a moment of stillness, setting the tone for a day built around slow discovery and local stories.
From the farm, the road carries us into Diamond Valley, a charming foothills town shaped by coal history, ranching culture, and a tight‑knit creative community. You’ll have time to explore the boutiques, grab lunch, and feel the human-scale warmth that makes this town a quiet Alberta gem.
At Spirit Hills Flower Winery, you’ll taste award‑winning craft wines made from local blossoms and honey — each bottle rooted in the foothills’ ecology and the family’s own generational story. Between pours, you’ll hear the origin tales, the challenges, and the small triumphs that shaped this unique Alberta winery.
Throughout the day, we weave a slow, reflective arc: leaving the city’s pace behind, settling into the foothills’ calm, and returning with a sense of having stepped briefly into another way of living. It’s not just a tasting — it’s a narrative escape designed for people who want experiences with depth, texture, and a touch of wonder.
Agenda
🕑: 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Arrival & Gentle Start from Inglewood Bird Sanctuary
Info: Arrival, check-in, and gentle start at Inglewood Bird Sanctuary. Meet your host and settle into the calm pace of the day.
🕑: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Into the Foothills - Drive to Saskatoon Farm
Host: Binu Sebastian
Info: Scenic drive toward the Foothills with quiet prairie views and light storytelling about the land.
🕑: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Prairie Pause - Saskatoon Farm
Host: Binu Sebastian
Info: First prairie stop — a pause to breathe, enjoy a local coffee, take photos, and feel the open landscape.
🕑: 12:30 PM - 01:00 PM
Scenic Drive to Diamond Valley (Optional Big Rock Stop)
Host: Binu Sebastian
Info: A calm stretch through the Foothills with a short pause at Big Rock if the group wishes.
🕑: 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Lunch & Local Shopping in Diamond Valley
Host: Binu Sebastian
Info: A warm, small-town break with food and charming shops.
🕑: 02:00 PM - 02:20 PM
Foothills Drive to Spirit Hills Winery
Host: Binu Sebastian
Info: A quiet approach through the hills toward the winery.
🕑: 03:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Visit Spirit Hills Winery - Optional Tour
Host: Tour Guide - Winery
Info: Guided tasting, storytelling, and time on the grounds.
🕑: 04:30 PM - 05:30 PM
Return Drive to Inglewood Bird Sanctuary
Host: Binu Sebastian
Info: A soft landing back in Calgary to close the day.
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
CAD 85.27
