My favorite place in Alberta. Try to visit every year and chat with Boyd. Cried when I saw the storefront gone. There was a lot of history in that building. Thank god Boyd didn't get hurt. And he's back in town!
They need to bring investors to Orion..It's got alot of potential for growth ..and considering it's history...It deserves to be more populated..and grow ....🌸
Love this documentary. I actually live in the area. I would love to see more like this with other small town in the Orion area. Believe it or not but there a lot of rich history in the gold prairies
I always enjoy any chance i have to visit orion when I am in the area (not very often unfortunately). I was there this year and noticed Stevens Garage was gone. A quick google and i learned it burned down Christmas 2016 (I had previously been there in April 2016 and took many photos). It was nice to see Boyd Stevens in the video as the news accounts of the fire only mentioned that he was taken to the hospital in Medicine Hat but nothing beyond that.
Love the history here, its kind of interesting when you are able to still see these structures. My girlfriend and I went out to Crowsnest Pass last week and it has quite the history out there (Just not very many structures). I did know about the Frank slide accident but I never knew about some of the other tragic mining accidents in the area. The Hillcrest cemetary is pretty interesting to go wander around in. Awesome vid though this place is on my list to go see now!
Thanks for watching, I appreciate the support! Also glad you are out there checking out some old spots, it can be a lot of fun to learn about Alberta's past. If you go to Orion, say hello to Boyd, he's great.
I was born in Medicine Hat in 1945. My family lived in Orion until 1950. My Dad used to fly his Piper Cub to The Hat the house Dad built was 50% standing in the early 1990s. My aunt is buried in Orion. It was her wish to be returned to Orion after her service to The Ivory Coast for 55 years. All of my uncles and aunts have died. The last uncle died in July, 2023.
Hey Paul, thanks for watching! Didn't get a chance to explore much this year, I have been working on other projects. I will return to videos eventually, so check the channel every so often.
@@mitchellrowley8663 send me an email, would like to hear what you think is worth checking out down there that hasn't shown up in my research kelsynorman@gmail.com
Thanks for watching! I have no idea what "Still Standing" is. I called it "Still Here" because whenever I am in Orion, and the residents talk about how people come there and think the place is abandoned, they often express some variation of, 'we're still here'.
Hey, thanks for watching. I went to Manyberries but didn't have time to explore. I will look around the next time I'm there, anything else I should check out while I am in the area?
I know I should, and I will, just not now. I like making videos, but I am currently working on a podcast project. That, plus I teach, and coach basketball, so not a lot of time to make videos unfortunately.
CLEAVER TITLE Sir... it could refer to You being Still Active on UA-cam or about Orion, Alberta. Mr. Kelsy & Wife, I think you should do a Collaboration Video with Friends semi-local Channel called "Curiosity Inc." - Angel (Calgary Girl Rider)
I'm sorry to hear that Kelsy as I would also like to offer to help work on a video or project with you two YouTubbers. Are you familiar with the Channel "Curiosity Inc." from Edmonton do you see how your interest are similar.? :-) BTW: I am Angel from Calgary and share some common ground with your Wife Sir :-)
I am just really busy with teaching 10 months of the year, so I kind of plug away at the video stuff at my own pace. If that channel is interested in working with me, have them contact me directly, thanks.
Yea, my goal is to put out two Calgary focused videos this year, along with one video focusing on a location in Southern Alberta. I get really busy with my day job, plus I had to upgrade my gear, but now I am ready to get back out there and put together some good stuff for you folks.
My favorite place in Alberta. Try to visit every year and chat with Boyd. Cried when I saw the storefront gone. There was a lot of history in that building. Thank god Boyd didn't get hurt. And he's back in town!
They need to bring investors to Orion..It's got alot of potential for growth ..and considering it's history...It deserves to be more populated..and grow ....🌸
Very cool. My great grandfather was Axel Mattson -- had no idea he was the local postmaster back when Orion was named "Needmore"
Love this documentary. I actually live in the area. I would love to see more like this with other small town in the Orion area. Believe it or not but there a lot of rich history in the gold prairies
Love that area, will be back down this summer. Where should I go?
Dropping that fire content!!! 🔥🔥🔥
Love your work the music you use in this and other videos is great and your voice over/narration is awesome keep up the great work
Such a neat piece of history here in Alberta! Excellent production - thanks for sharing.
Thanks for watching, I appreciate the support.
@@kelsynorman any new vids coming soon? Its been awhile 😌
I always enjoy any chance i have to visit orion when I am in the area (not very often unfortunately). I was there this year and noticed Stevens Garage was gone. A quick google and i learned it burned down Christmas 2016 (I had previously been there in April 2016 and took many photos). It was nice to see Boyd Stevens in the video as the news accounts of the fire only mentioned that he was taken to the hospital in Medicine Hat but nothing beyond that.
Awesome video again! Thanks for making it!
Love the history here, its kind of interesting when you are able to still see these structures. My girlfriend and I went out to Crowsnest Pass last week and it has quite the history out there (Just not very many structures). I did know about the Frank slide accident but I never knew about some of the other tragic mining accidents in the area. The Hillcrest cemetary is pretty interesting to go wander around in. Awesome vid though this place is on my list to go see now!
Thanks for watching, I appreciate the support! Also glad you are out there checking out some old spots, it can be a lot of fun to learn about Alberta's past. If you go to Orion, say hello to Boyd, he's great.
I was born in Medicine Hat in 1945. My family lived in Orion until 1950. My Dad used to fly his Piper Cub to The Hat the house Dad built was 50% standing in the early 1990s. My aunt is buried in Orion. It was her wish to be returned to Orion after her service to The Ivory Coast for 55 years. All of my uncles and aunts have died. The last uncle died in July, 2023.
I been twice in Alberta, amazing province
nice effects at 3.55
Great job man!
Love your videos. You and your girlfriend do an awesome job. Did you get a chance to do any exploring this year. I would love to see more of them. 👍
Hey Paul, thanks for watching! Didn't get a chance to explore much this year, I have been working on other projects. I will return to videos eventually, so check the channel every so often.
Eventually if you have time you should do a video on Alsask. That place use to have a military base. Must have a lot to say about that place.
I've heard of it, looks like a cool place to explore!
I think im your 3k subscriber, congrats
Thanks for the support, I appreciate it.
Cool video! Interesting country down there
If you know, you know. I love it down there, wouldn't mind spending a week or so documenting more of the area.
Kelsy Norman if you do PM me I spent a year down there doing a waterline got to know the country pretty good
@@mitchellrowley8663 send me an email, would like to hear what you think is worth checking out down there that hasn't shown up in my research kelsynorman@gmail.com
thats my man.
Great video!
Is "Still Here" a nod to the CBC show "Still Standing"?
Thanks for watching! I have no idea what "Still Standing" is. I called it "Still Here" because whenever I am in Orion, and the residents talk about how people come there and think the place is abandoned, they often express some variation of, 'we're still here'.
Kelsey Norman you should find out about Sibbald Alberta there is only 5 house that people live in now out there
Need more videos. 7 months is too long.
I know! I get so busy as a teacher and basketball coach, but I will continue to make them when I have time. Thanks for the support, I appreciate it.
i actually live not far from there you should do one on manyberries
Hey, thanks for watching. I went to Manyberries but didn't have time to explore. I will look around the next time I'm there, anything else I should check out while I am in the area?
comery or onefour and the jensen hall
Kelsy Norman will you do one on manyberries or one four or comery or pendant d orrielle
You should make more videos
I know I should, and I will, just not now. I like making videos, but I am currently working on a podcast project. That, plus I teach, and coach basketball, so not a lot of time to make videos unfortunately.
CLEAVER TITLE Sir... it could refer to You being Still Active on UA-cam or about Orion, Alberta.
Mr. Kelsy & Wife, I think you should do a Collaboration Video with Friends semi-local Channel called "Curiosity Inc."
- Angel (Calgary Girl Rider)
Thanks for the offer; however, I am not interested.
I'm sorry to hear that Kelsy as I would also like to offer to help work on a video or project with you two YouTubbers. Are you familiar with the Channel "Curiosity Inc." from Edmonton do you see how your interest are similar.? :-) BTW: I am Angel from Calgary and share some common ground with your Wife Sir :-)
I am just really busy with teaching 10 months of the year, so I kind of plug away at the video stuff at my own pace. If that channel is interested in working with me, have them contact me directly, thanks.
Are you planning on making more video's?
Yea, my goal is to put out two Calgary focused videos this year, along with one video focusing on a location in Southern Alberta. I get really busy with my day job, plus I had to upgrade my gear, but now I am ready to get back out there and put together some good stuff for you folks.
@@kelsynorman thats great!! I live in Calgary so it's nice to see a local channel.