The Cypress Hills is a geographical area in southwestern Alberta and southeastern Saskatchewan. From a historical perspective, this unique forested area has always intrigued me. My fascination with the Cypress Hills has resulted in several stories about early pioneers to the area.

Any examination of the history of Southern Alberta would not be complete without telling the story of a celebrated pioneer family- the Armstrong family and in doing so, chronicling the origins of the infamous East-West Ranch.

This is that story! READ ON