I've stopped at this pioneer cemetery a number of times over the years. For me it never looks better than in spring when the old caragana hedge is in full bloom with the tall and abundant grass blowing in the prairie wind. I've taken photos here on numerous occasions but these are my favourite shots of this long abandoned place of rest.
None of the original grave markers remain (most likely they were wooden crosses) but a memorial marker bearing the names of those known to be buried here has been placed just inside the entrance. Word has it that it was known as the "Government Cemetery" as people with no religious affiliation were buried here.
The town closest to the cemetery is Schuler, Alberta. The most recent news is that an addition has been built onto the Schuler School. That means dozens of country kids won't need to be bussed into the city for classes. Take it from a farm kid...that really is good news.
Photographed on June 2, 2017.
I was surprised by the number of cemeteries in that area.
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