Parks & Pathways
Central Commons Park in the University District
The University District has opened Central Commons Park. This 3-acre park includes a skating rink, fire features and more. They often have special events. Central Commons Park: Where: Central Commons Park (Nestled between Borough Bar & Grill and Banquet Bar in University District) Address: 4019 University Ave NW, Calgary, AB Website: www.myuniversitydistrict.ca
Need Some Summer Fun? Just Add Water! Our Day at Sikome Lake
July 2022 Summer is the time for sand and sun, playing in the water, throwing a ball, and eating popsicles. Even if you still have to work and manage a household in the summer, you can always make time for summer memories at the beach! It’s time to play, and
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Adventure in an Afternoon: Hiking the Douglas Fir Trail at Edworthy Park
I like to be active, but to be honest, I’m a bit of a lazy hiker. I do best when someone treats me like a teenager. “Okay, Charity, we’re going hiking so get in the car. Lunch is already packed and we’ll go out for supper when we’re done.” I’m
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Inglewood Bird Sanctuary
Bring your family down to the Inglewood Bird Sanctuary for interactive, self-guided programming for all ages. Topics vary weekly and include glimpses into the nature, history and hidden secrets of the site. The Nature Centre is only open on weekends, but portable washrooms are available in the summer. Admission is
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New Places to Visit in Calgary: Parks and Outdoor Spaces You Won’t Want to Miss (2021)
June 2021 I have never appreciated going outside as much as I have since the pandemic began. Calgarians have always embraced the outdoors and thrived on outdoor activities and with all the chaos and confusion in this weird new world, this is more true than ever. We’ve been able to
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Beyond the Playground – A Snapshot of Calgary’s Parks
When I was a mom of littles, playgrounds may have been the only thing that saved me. I certainly wasn’t getting any sleep and sanity was simply an elusive obsession. There were days I would be at the park three times: morning, afternoon, and evening. When winter came, we had
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South Glenmore Park Bike Pump Track is Now OPEN!
Cyclists in Calgary have a new circuit to enjoy and sharpen their skills on at the South Glenmore Bicycle Pump Track. This asphalt circuit utilizes hills to create an “up and down pumping motion” rather than pedalling, allowing users from beginner to advanced to practice their balance and improve their
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David Richardson Memorial Disc Golf Park Opening
The David Richardson Memorial Disc Golf Park opened to the public on Saturday, June 9, 2018. Located in northwest Calgary, this park offers disc golf and is free for all visitors and offers an 18-hole layout which spans over 8,000 ft for experts and 4,900 ft for beginners and families.
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There’s a New Park in Town: Dale Hodges Park
There’s a new park in NW Calgary, scheduled to open in June 2019. Dale Hodges Park, named for former Calgary Alderman Dale Hodges, is a large natural environment park along the northern banks of the Bow River, adjacent to Bowmont Park. Formerly the Klippert gravel pit, the City of Calgary
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Bowness Park: Northwest Calgary’s Playground for the Seasons
Along the Bow River in northwest Calgary are 74 acres of urban park, boasting bike paths, picnic tables, boating and skating on the lagoon, a wading pool, and even a mini-train. Bowness Park began in 1911 on land donated by John Hextall, a local land developer, in the town of
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