English: Crocuses are the first flower of spring, and when my family hiked into this canyon in April, they were the only flower species blooming at the time. It always brings me joy, after the long winter, to see these flowers burst into bloom. Especially this year, after being stuck at home for so long, every time we got out into nature was a breath of fresh air, literally and physically.

English: Horsethief canyon is within Alberta's Midland Provincial Park. It is a canyon area with walking trails down into the canyon as well as viewing areas from the sides of the canyon. It is possible to find bones in the canyon, and cacti plants, bluebirds, and many dirt layers.