If you want to learn from a local, Alex Derksen is as local as it gets. Born and raised in town by parents who first met while working at the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, Derksen also opened the Jasper Brewing Co. with his two childhood friends: Socrates Korogonas and Brett Ireland. And now he's raising his three kids in town. All that to say, Derksen knows Jasper.
Take some tips from his ideal itinerary below and learn his story in the twelfth episode of Venture Beyond: The Series.
Day 1
Morning – Dog walk around Lake Annette
Lake Annette is a short ten minute drive from town, and offers beautiful views. With a paved trail ringing the lake, it makes for a peaceful and easy walk to enjoy with man's best friend. Once frozen, it can also be a nice destination for a short cross-country ski.
Day 2
Morning – Grab coffee and breakfast downtown
As an authentic mountain town, Jasper prides itself on its cozy downtown. Stroll the streets and sample some java at one of the unique local coffee shops. Fuel up for the adventure ahead by grabbing breakfast to go.
