Lethbridge Verdant Quest

Hark, noble guardians of our realm! The time has come to embark upon a valiant quest to restore Lethbridge's parks and river valley to their verdant glory. Four conservation challenges await you from April to July, with badges and the spoils of victory (prizes) to be earned!

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Lethbridge Verdant Quest is an individual or team challenge that runs from April to July, with 4 badges available to be earned for completing challenge components. You will need to gain a Secret Code Word for each challenge to include on your entry ballot.

All participants who submit an entry will receive a digital certificate to celebrate their accomplishments, as well as a chance to earn fantastic prizes.

Those brave heroes who complete ALL 4 challenges, will also receive a limited-edition sticker and be entered to win one of 2 grand prizes!

Gamecards and full details will be available in April.

The four challenge badges available are:

Commons Keeper

Lethbridge’s tranquil parks and wild river valley need a hero to eliminate the litter that has accumulated since last year!

Earn this badge with ANY of the following:

  • Participate in the Coulee Clean-up Launch event

    • Tuesday April 22nd, 2025 | 10am-Noon meet at Baroness Picnic Shelter

  • Participate in the Earth Day Park Clean-up at Legacy Park

    • Saturday April 26th, 2025 | 10am-2pm

  • Participate in a Coulee Clean-up Event before July 26th, 2025

    • Details here

    • Once your Coulee Clean-up report has been returned to the Nature Centre, your team will receive the Secret Code Word!

  • Participate/Organize a Neighbourhood Clean-up before July 26th, 2025

    • Details here

    • Once your Neighbourhood Clean-up report has been submitted, you will receive the Secret Code Word!

The Vanquisher

Purge the land of the beast's foul harvest! Remove invasive plants that threaten our realm and vanquish the canine droppings that pollute our waterways. The balance of nature depends on you!

Details coming soon

The Shorekeeper

Restore the magic of our enchanted shores! Collect debris, paint a yellow fish, or guard the storm drains to protect our waterways from harm.

Details coming soon

Buttsbane

Banish the remnants of the smoldering scourge! Gather the discarded cigarette butts that mar our pristine landscapes, and then bring forth your collection to the designated drop-off locations.

Details coming soon

FAQs

What are the Grand Prizes?

There are two grand prizes available to be won. Each is valued at approximately $900. 2 winners will be chosen at random from all eligible entries. If specific items listed are unavailable, they may be substituted with equivalent value items at the discretion of the City.

Grand Prize #1: Hero's Getaway

  • Parks Canada Discovery Pass

  • Dark Sky Tours Waterton - gift certificate

  • Kilmoray Lodge gift certificate

Grand Prize #2: Champion's Local Adventure

  • One night stay at the Sandman Signature Lethbridge Lodge (2 queens)

  • Italian Table gift certificate

  • Lethbridge Hurricanes 5 game Flex Pack (2025/2026 season)

  • High Level Canoe & Kayak gift certificate

When does this all take place?

The Quest officially launches Aprill 22, 2025 and final entries must be submitted by July 31, 2025 at 11:59pm.

Grand prize draw will take place Wednesday August 6th, 2025 at Noon.

Who can participate?
  • Contest is open to legal residents of Alberta who have reached the age of majority (i.e. you must be 18+ to submit an entry).

  • Youth are welcome to participate as part of a team with a team leader over 18 years old. Ballot must be submitted by the team leader.

  • Employees of the City, immediate family members of employees of the City, and any persons domiciled with any such employees, are not eligible to win a grand prize.

Can I enter as part of a Team AND as a Solo Adventurer?

No. There is a limit of one entry per participant.

Do I have to complete all 4 badges to be entered to win a prize?
  • No! There will be prize draws for all entrants, as well as some prizes available at the different events. To be entered for a grand prize, you must complete all 4 challenges.

  • All entrants will receive a digital certificate with the badges of their completed challenges.

  • Entrants who complete all 4 challenges will also receive a limited-edition sticker!

What are the complete contest rules?

In addition to the details described on this webpage, read the full contest rules here.

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The City of Lethbridge acknowledges that we are gathered on the lands of the Blackfoot people of the Canadian Plains and pays respect to the Blackfoot people past, present and future while recognizing and respecting their cultural heritage, beliefs and relationship to the land. The City of Lethbridge is also home to the Metis Nation of Alberta, Region III.