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That's right — We all need a loving kick-in-the-butt sometimes…

Canadians spend ~90% of their time indoors, yet we all know spending time outdoors is better for our physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health.

(Not to mention increased energy, cleaner air, renewed motivation, improved sleep, better memory, elevated concentration — the list goes on and ON)

So whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast or you’re discovering Calgary for the first time, we’ll motivate you to…

Explore new parks & green spaces

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Our founder, Kelsey Woods, has been exploring this city we call home since she was a kid, and now she’s joined by thousands of Calgarians like you who want to do the same.

Through sharing Calgary parks, outdoor activities, local stories and personal experiences, Parks of Calgary helps you get outside and connect with our local community.

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Can you believe we’ve never done this?! Incred

Can you believe we’ve never done this?!

Incredible drone footage of @spruce_meadows from @lkvisuals 🤯⁠

There are only 2 weekends left to see this FREE outdoor light display...⁠

Take a drive through these epic Christmas lights put on every year just south of Calgary.
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If you wanna check it out, it’s on from 5-11pm on December 20-24 & 27-29 🎄
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Is it worth it? Should we go?
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📸: @lkvisuals⁠
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Hikes are like a box of chocolates… …you neve

Hikes are like a box of chocolates…

…you never know what you’re gonna get — unless you do your research first!

Comment WINTERHIKES to find 11 of our favourite trails less than 2 hours from Calgary 🏔️

Winter hiking can be unpredictable. But we lucked out with the weather on this one!

We checked All Trails AFTER we hiked it, and saw people recommending you hike it clockwise — for quicker views, more downhill and less icy uphills.

Always remember to check trail conditions, road reports and the forecast before you head out in the winter.

Then you can predict how much snow to expect in your boots 😉

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We hope the rumours are true 🤞 While we eagerl

We hope the rumours are true 🤞

While we eagerly wait for @ucoutdoorcentre on-site rentals shop & lagoon skating to open…

Take advantage of the amazing conditions along this lit up 1.6km ice trail!

This magical loop goes along the Bow River and is such a fun way to get outside and exercise those legs.

Countdown is on! ⛸️

P.S. This spot is in our Christmas Adventure Dates Guide 👀 ⬇️

Comment YYCXMAS to grab your copy & win some awesome local prizes — simply by exploring & sharing your adventures 😮

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Comment YYCXMAS to find some of the best Christmas

Comment YYCXMAS to find some of the best Christmas lights, decorations and displays in Calgary this year!

We’ll send you 12 fun, free and festive outdoor adventures to get you out of the house and into the holiday spirit 🎅🏼

— one of these date ideas includes a link to find the neighbourhood homes in this video!

The theme for this year’s Christmas Adventure Dates Guide is… a Photo Hunt!

It’s like a scavenger hunt, but instead of collecting items, you just take photos 📸

Once you complete the simple steps listed in the guide (anyone can do it!), you’ll be entered to win local business prizes from @clearnordicspa @veletcanada @belindafireman

To sign up, comment YYCXMAS to download the guide and discover all 12 Christmas Adventure Dates in Calgary 🎄

📸: @journeys.in.joy @lorimclellan

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Did you see the Holiday Train last night? 🎄 We

Did you see the Holiday Train last night? 🎄

We’d never been before, so wanted to check it out!

It was sooo busy. Hundreds and hundreds of people flooding down the C-train ramp and stairs to pack around the train.

We could hardly get to the food bank donation table, let alone close to the stage 😮

Parking lots were at a standstill and it was hard to move around (we really felt for parents trying to get through with strollers)

Luckily we parked on the backside and got a view of the train without the crowd.

Love that this free event for a good cause brings lots of people together, but it was too chaotic for us! 😅

Comment XMASTRAIL to find this hidden gem on our A

Comment XMASTRAIL to find this hidden gem on our Adventure Atlas!

Initiated in 1991, this short trail along the Bow River is one of our favourites!

Whether you park on the north or south side of Edworthy Park, it works out to be roughly 2 km round trip.

It’s an easy flat trail that’s often quite quiet in the winter months (best enjoyed after a snowfall 😜).

Pop into @angelscafeyyc for hot bevy pre or post walk!

PS: Stay off the nearby railway tracks + keep your pups on leash (there’s a nearby off-leash area up the hill to the south).

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What Calgarians Are Saying

"I've been following Parks of Calgary since 2019, and I still check-in with them daily. I really love this community Kelsey is creating. Their content is always positive, encouraging for all levels of physical ability and ages. They helped me explore new places and..."

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"It’s SO exciting to find people who appreciate all the same things you do, and that’s exactly what I’ve found through the Parks of Calgary community. The never-ending ideas and places to explore shared through this group has kept me motivated to get outside, go for walks, and..."

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Calgarian since 1999

"I’ve been following Parks of Calgary for YEARS, and I love their content. It motivates me to get outside, explore the city, and take photos of my own. The walking challenges are always so fun, and the photo challenges encouraged me to be creative — especially when it built my..."

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