The secret to 50 years isn’t a perfect plan. It’s the people.

In Episode 4 of From the Ground Up, Linda, Nancy and Ian celebrate the culture that shaped Spruce Meadows from the beginning: warmth, hospitality, volunteerism, and relationships deep enough to span 50 years. They share stories from the early days - the sponsors dinners at home, the school tours that created lifelong ambassadors, the stables culture Albert Kley built from the ground up - and the wild, wonderful fun that came with building something from scratch.

And then there’s the landmark moment: Queen Elizabeth II's visit, a sparkling Alberta summer day that became a defining chapter in Spruce Meadows history.

This episode is for anyone who’s ever felt that Spruce Meadows isn’t just a venue; it’s a place you belong.

From the Ground Up: The Spruce Meadows Podcast
Produced by Spruce Meadows Media | © 2025 Spruce Meadows Ltd.

For more, visit www.sprucemeadows.com

or follow us @sprucemeadows on Instagram.

From the Ground Up: The Spruce Meadows Podcast

Produced by Spruce Meadows Media | © 2025 Spruce Meadows Ltd.

For more, visit www.sprucemeadows.com or follow us @sprucemeadows on Instagram.