Prairie Gardens and Adventure Farm is a working 35-acre family farm 25 km north of the City of Edmonton.

Our Goal

Our goal is to create a sustainable agri-tourism operation will provide local healthy food and good old fashioned fun for folks across the region – and a place to explore and enjoy with your family.

Our Lands

Our lands were first homesteaded by the Franklin & Florence Pierce in 1898.  Located along the Athabasca Landing Trail, Florence writes in the “Leaves of Yesteryear”, Bon Accord’s local history book, that  “There were many a night I could hardly walk to the kitchen, for the bedrolls and travelers sleeping on our hearth.”

In 1956, the farm was purchased by John and Sheena Chedzoy, and so began Prairie Gardens.  John planted the beautiful trees located on site today, and operated a tree nursery and garden centre until his retirement.

Present owner and Director of Fun, Tam Andersen, is well known in the region as an Alberta Ambassador, a pioneer  for agri-tourism, local food and value-added agriculture.  The farm welcomes visitors each year – carrying on the tradition of the homesteader’s early hospitality.

Our Impact

Shopping locally pumps more money right into our local economy. Studies show that for every $100 that you spend locally, $48 stays in our community, as compared to just $13 when you shop at a big box or chain store.

We support and provide exposure for more than 10 local farmers by showcasing the food they grow, or by buying their produce and meats directly from them. It costs us more, but we believe in our local food and our local economy.

We support 100’s of charities, fundraisers and other events throughout the year. We have donated over $10,000 to support the Youth Empowerment Support Society, and many, many local programs including the Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre to support our community across our region.

We thank you for your patronage and support!

Tam Andersen,
Owner, Farmer & Director of Fun