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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
Experience The Best Of Fish Creek Provincial Park In Calgary, Alberta
Near Calgary’s southern border, you’ll find one of our city’s most diverse parks, complete with flourishing wildlife, a storied past, and an extensive pathway system. Fish Creek Provincial Park has a history that dates back thousands of years, with its official grand opening taking place in 1975. Today, the park
10 Ways To Make Gratitude A Daily Habit In Your Life
There’s so much to be grateful for in our everyday lives: Our relationships with others, the food we eat, the beauty of the outdoors and the place we call home. But we tend to overlook the sometimes seemingly small things, waiting for something bigger or “more worthy” to be excited
Top 16 Calgary Autumn Activities For You To Fall In Love With
Sure the days are getting shorter, but that doesn’t mean it’s time for you to hibernate just yet! The upcoming fall season is your opportunity to get out of the house and check out some of Calgary’s autumn-themed activities, ranging from beer crawls and birdwatching, to traditional pumpkin patches and
How To Start Backpacking In The Backcountry
Backpacking has become one of our favourite summer pastimes, and Alberta is a great place to do it, with the gorgeous Rockies just a stone’s-throw away. It’s easy (once you get used to it), it’s beautiful (fingers crossed for good weather), and it’s really affordable (once you get your gear).
13 Unique Features Of Hiking The West Coast Trail
Picture this: Three good friends who grew up on the Alberta prairies embarked on a 6-night, 7-day coastal trek to explore the wilderness together. The West Coast Trail is 75 kilometers of rugged, technical terrain, featuring unique landscapes and points of interest that will take your breath away. From sandy
