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Follow These 7 Adventure Principles To Leave No Trace
Picture this: You’re surrounded by tall trees as you meander along a winding path, with crisp morning air filling your lungs and the crunch of gravel underfoot. Whether you’re adventuring in one of our Calgary parks or on a remote mountain trail, you smile and sigh as you take in
Meet Kyle Agapi, Indigenous Fancy Feather Dancer & Calgary Community Advocate
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. Today we live in a fast-paced world, constantly dividing our time and attention to play different roles in our lives, managing
11 Frozen Waterfalls You Must See Near Calgary This Winter
It’s no secret that we live in one of the most beautiful places in the world. Venture any direction from Calgary, and you’ll find grassy prairies, ancient hoodoos, wide-open spaces and towering mountain peaks. But heading west will lead you to some truly magical formations only viewable at certain times
Chase Away The Winter Blues With These 8 Seasonal Calgary Tips
The winter season often lacks sunlight, opportunities to get outside and key nutrients, making you more susceptible to the blues. Shorter days and colder weather can be a trigger for many people to start feeling down, or initiate their Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). In fact, 35 percent of Canadians report
Where To Cross-Country Ski In & Around Calgary, Alberta
With Alberta’s shorter sunlight hours in the winter, it can be tough to get outside or enjoy the outdoors. But you know that spending more time outside has incredible health benefits for your mind, body and soul. From increasing your vitamin D and reducing stress, any time spent in nature
Your Guide To Exploring Bowness Park In The Winter
You might think visiting Calgary parks is mainly a summer activity, but Bowness Park in the winter is just as spectacular. Here you’ll find towering trees wrapped in lights, several skating surfaces and numerous maintained firepits to cozy up at, making it one of Calgary’s best outdoor winter destinations. So
7 Reasons To Shop Local In Calgary & 2 Tools You Can Use
You’ve probably been hearing ‘support local’ campaigns for years, and the whole idea makes sense, right? To spend money where you make money, contributing to and building a thriving economy. But there’s so much more to it than that. If you’re wondering, “Does it really matter if I shop right
12 Festive Ways To Experience Christmas In Calgary
Christmas in Calgary is filled with twinkling lights, artisanal markets and holiday cheer each and every year. ‘Tis the season to shop local, connect with your community and start some festive traditions. Whether you’re trying to stay warm indoors or you’re looking for inspiration to explore this city we call
Discover Sunnyside Bank Park In The Heart Of Calgary
Just north of Calgary’s downtown located in one of the city’s oldest neighbourhoods, you’ll find Sunnyside Bank Park. Most well-known for its annual Remembrance Day ceremony and Field of Crosses display, this park offers up so much more — from tall wooden staircases and sweeping downtown views, to bustling community
