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Athabasca Glacier Featured on Bing Homepage

By DH Wall

The Bing.com search engine always features interesting photos from around the world on its homepage each day.

Yesterday’s (September 3rd) image featured a picture of the Athabasca Glacier, part of the Columbia Icefield in Jasper National Park.

The photograph was taken be renowned photographer Steve Vidler who specializes in stock photography from around the world. Vidler has traveled the world taking photos for over 40 years (a good interview with him is here).

Given the size and color of the building, I’m guessing the photo is from the 1980s or at least pre-1996. In those older days, the building was home to a Jasper hotel known as the Columbia Icefield Chalet.

Athabasca Glacier Featured on Bing.com Homepage

Guided Ice Walks on the Athabasca Glacier in Jasper National Park

By DH Wall

Looking for that one-of-a-kind off-the-beaten path activity in Jasper National Park?

While almost every activity in Jasper National Park seems to qualify (yes, I’m biased – I like Jasper National Park), here’s a hidden gem for those looking for a unique hiking experience:

Glacier View Inn Hotel between Jasper and Banff National Parks

By DH Wall

Ever wanted to stay at a hotel where you could see a glacier out your window?

The aptly named Glacier View Inn is rare in its ability to offer a view of a glacier from a hotel room.

Columbia Icefield Glacier Experience - What is it?

By DH Wall

The Columbia Icefield Snowcoach ride, or, as Brewster’s brochure calls it, the “Columbia Icefield Glacier Experience”, is a 90-minute ride on the biggest super-bus you’ve ever seen to one of the most easy-to-get-to glaciers in the world.

10 Beautiful pictures of Cavell Glacier and Cavell Pond in Jasper National Park

By DH Wall

Glaciers. Jasper National Park has them. One of the smaller glaciers is Cavell Glacier on the edge of Cavell Pond. Cavell Glacier is next to the larger Angel Glacier and the two share their ice with Cavell Pond.

Real traveler videos of the Athabasca Glacier in Jasper National Park

By DH Wall

One of Jasper National Park’s top attractions is the Athabasca Glacier, part of the Columbia Icefield, an icefield whose water flows into North America’s major rivers and then on to the Arctic, Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.

Planning a Holiday to Jasper National Park

By Valerie Mellema

One of the best places to visit in Canada is Jasper National Park. Jasper is the largest of the national parks. It is located in the Canadian Rocky Mountains.

The area offers spectacular scenic views, is home to many species of wildlife and has many kilometers of hiking trails. The park has much to offer and adults and children alike will find it to be a wonderful and interesting place to visit.

Historical Postcard: Rappelling Above Athabasca Glacier

By DH Wall

This 1960s era postcard of the Athabasca Glacier comes from my collection of Jasper National Park stuff. But this is no ordinary souvenir postcard.

There is a story to it that should be told.

9 Cool Pictures of Columbia Icefield and Athabasca Glacier

By DH Wall

Found: 9 Cool Traveler’s photos of the Athabasca Glacier and the Columbia Icefield

At the south end of Jasper National Park, bordering Banff National Park, lies one of the most visited destinations with the park: The Columbia Icefield. Undoubtedly, the Columbia Icefield is one cool place.

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Athabasca Glacier Featured on Bing Homepage

Guided Ice Walks on the Athabasca Glacier in Jasper National Park

Glacier View Inn Hotel between Jasper and Banff National Parks

Columbia Icefield Glacier Experience - What is it?

10 Beautiful pictures of Cavell Glacier and Cavell Pond in Jasper National Park

Real traveler videos of the Athabasca Glacier in Jasper National Park

Planning a Holiday to Jasper National Park

Historical Postcard: Rappelling Above Athabasca Glacier

9 Cool Pictures of Columbia Icefield and Athabasca Glacier

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