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5 Tips To Prepare For Spring Adventures In Calgary (No Matter The Weather!)
Spring in Calgary is an adventure in itself. One minute, you’re lounging in the warm sun, and the next, you’re caught in a surprise snowstorm. So yes, you can expect melting snow, longer days, trees budding and green grass poking through… But spring in Calgary also means unpredictable weather can
12 Birds You Can See While Birdwatching in Calgary Parks
Birdwatching in Calgary parks is one of the easiest ways to connect with nature in the city. One moment, you’re enjoying a quiet stroll, and the next, you’re watching a woodpecker drum against a tree or a duckling paddle alongside its mother. Whether you’re an early riser who loves the
Check Out These Family Day Weekend 2025 Activities In Calgary
That’s right — February 17th is Family Day! That means we get a long weekend, and you can decide how to spend extra time out of the house. Whether you’re bundling up for a winter adventure, cozying up indoors, or exploring a new part of the city, there are plenty
9 Winter Wellness Walks To Clear Your Mind & Reconnect with Nature
Winter in Calgary can be cold, crisp and, let’s be honest, often isolating when we spend too much time cooped up indoors. But what if you could harness the season and make it an opportunity to improve your health, refresh your mind and reconnect with nature? Enter Winter Wellness Walks:
8 Outdoor Activities To Do In Calgary During The Winter
Let’s be real — winter in Calgary can feel long, dark and lonely. By the time you finish work or your daily to-dos, the sun is gone, and the thought of leaving your cozy home to venture into the cold might seem less appealing… But here’s the thing: Moving your
Calgary’s Top Outdoor Skating Rinks & Ice Trails
Ice skating is a Canadian tradition, and one of our favourite winter activities to get out of the house and into the outdoors. We go a few times every season, whether here in the city or out on a mountain lake. Whether you’re a novice or a pro, skating is
13 Best Parks To Catch A Winter Sunset In Calgary
Winter days in Calgary may be shorter, but there’s a silver lining to these early evenings: you don’t have to be out late to catch the sunset! With the sun dipping below the horizon as early as 4:30pm, you can wrap up your workday or afternoon errands, and still have
11 Winter Hiking Trails Less Than 2 Hours From Calgary
Winter hiking may be one of the most underrated activities. Unlike the busy summer season, cooler months promise quieter trails, empty parking lots and familiar landscapes blanketed by snow and frost. Imagine walking through snow-capped trees, discovering frozen lakes, gazing up at towering icefalls and breathing in fresh, crisp mountain
How To Build Healthy Habits That Last With Wellness Experts Nikki & Hayden
Parks Of Calgary celebrates the diverse people, parks, places and partners that make our city unique through community and collaboration. Let us introduce you to one of your neighbours. Building healthy habits can be a game-changer for our well-being, by creating structure and balance in our busy lives. Whether it’s
