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Planning a picnic offers a refreshing change of pace from our typical indoor routines. Instead of scarfing down your food or eating in front of the TV (we’re definitely guilty of this), try disconnecting from technology to eat mindfully and reconnect with yourself and others. Sharing a meal outdoors enhances
While Calgary is full of parks and green spaces to explore, there’s nothing quite like hitting the open road when you want a new sense of adventure. Lucky for us, the options for unique destinations throughout Alberta and British Columbia are endless. Whether you’re drawn to towering mountain peaks, the
Getting outside is always a refreshing escape from our daily routines, offering a chance to breathe in fresh air, soak up some sunshine, and reconnect with nature. But once you’ve set foot in your local park, you might find yourself wondering how to make the most of your time there.
Did you know Calgary averages nearly 2,400 hours of sunlight each year?! It’s the sunshine capital city of Canada, and we want to help you take advantage of it. If you’ve lived here for any time at all, you know our summers go by fast. Between work, road trips, adventures
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. Spending time outdoors offers countless benefits, from boosting our mood with fresh air and natural light, to improving our physical health
In the late 1800s, Prince’s Island Park was home to a Calgary sawmill until the city pushed to preserve green spaces and enhance the quality of urban life in the 1950s. It was then transformed into a public park, and slowly revitalized the riverfront as it gained popularity year after
Spring is one of the most highly anticipated seasons, but also one of the most unpredictable. Every year, Calgarians optimistically wait for the winter snow to melt, so they can break out the patio furniture and start preparing their gardens. However, the arrival of spring in Alberta is rarely smooth.
Between towering skyscrapers and growing subdivisions, Calgary boasts an abundance of thick forests, thriving wetlands and winding rivers, making our bustling city also home to many different kinds of wildlife. For decades, birdwatching has been a popular pastime for nature enthusiasts, as our feathery friends migrate, nest and breed right
Whether it’s a hot summer’s day, a crisp fall afternoon or a cool winter evening, sometimes it’s nice to relax with an adult beverage in hand. However, not everyone here in the city has a backyard, balcony or private outdoor space to enjoy this freedom. In 2021, the City of