Late spring and summer in Calgary are the best times to visit, especially between May and early September. There’s so much going on in the city, and everyone is outdoors making the most of it. The average daily temperature is around 23°C (73.4°F), but it’s often higher than 30°...
There's also a paddlewheel tour boat that offers scenic cruises across the Glenmore Reservoir, which offers plenty of great sightseeing and photo ops. The reservoir is also a popular spot for outdoor activities such as sailing, canoeing, and rowing. Be sure to allocate a little extra time in...
A boat cruise on Maligne Lake is one of the most popular activities in Jasper National Park. The classic cruise lasts 90 minutes with a short break at Spirit Island with the opportunity to snap a photograph. If you have an extra day to spare and are feeling adventurous, consider booking a...
A covered front porch, a covered rear patio and a ‘showstopper’ rear balcony provide numerous options for enjoying the outdoors. The full 3.98 acres is fenced with 2-rail wood fencing and is accessed through an electronic gate. A heated, attached four-car garage and a heated detached 2,...
Telford Lake — named after Leduc founder Robert Taylor Telford — is perhaps the city’s most scenic spot to spend a day. Visitors can hike recreational trails, birdwatch or hit the waters with the Leduc Boat Club. Out-of-towners keen on nature can spend the night at the nearby Leduc ...
I love an ice skating unit as a winter theme, whether or not it’s an Olympic year. Here are some of our favorite books for an ice skating theme, focusing on recreational skating outdoors, figure skating, and a bit of hockey and speed skating. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate lin...