The Bodo Archaeological Site is one of the largest and most well-preserved archaeological areas in Western Canada. Located in East Central Alberta, the site is a large and rich complex of archaeological resources that date back as early as 5000 years ago. The site also includes evidence for the continued use over the last 500 years of a “bison pound” where hundreds of bison were corralled and killed at one time. At Bodo, you have the unique opportunity to take part in the ongoing archaeological excavation at this important locale and to contribute to the discovery of Alberta’s exciting past. The Bodo Archaeological Site and Centre has many amazing hands-on activities and experiences you, your family, or your school can take part in at Bodo! Visitors can enjoy archaeology and Alberta’s history during daily guided tours of the archaeological site and centre. Annual summer programs include Adult Dig-It Camps, Kids Day Camps, and Curriculum-Based School Tours.

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Amenities
Camping - Group
Picnic Tables
Showers
Toilets - Flush
Fire Pits
Activities
Indigenous
Tipi Camping
Canadian Culture
Unique Stays
Projectile point recovered during excavation (Bodo Archaeological Society)
Projectile point recovered during excavation (Bodo Archaeological Society)
Bison bone during excavation (Bodo Archaeological Society)
Bison bone during excavation (Bodo Archaeological Society)
Visitors excavating during Bodo
Visitors excavating during Bodo "Dig-It Camps"(Bodo Archaeological Society)
Tipis at the Bodo Camground (Bodo Archaeological Society)
Tipis at the Bodo Camground (Bodo Archaeological Society)