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Starting April 18, book your appointment to pick up free compost from Shepard or Spyhill Landfills Free compost is available between April 25 and June 11 1 Appointment per household only Pickup location addresses: Spyhill Compost Giveaway Site: 11808 – 69 Street NW Shepard Compost Giveaway Site: 12111 – 68 Street SE Compost pick up appointments will be released in …
Do you plan to go hiking in early spring? Make sure you check the trail condition and be prepared to bring your crampon with you. Crampons are a type of device that you put on your shoes to improve mobility on snow and ice. Wearing crampons gives your feet a better grip on ice and packed snow, preventing slips and …
The City of Calgary encourages Calgarians to volunteer as a Snow Angel and help others remove snow & ice from their sidewalk, especially if you have a neighbor who is an older adult,
a person with limited mobility, or
anybody that could use some help.
It looks like fall. It feels like fall. Summer is officially over and now is the golden season of fall! Here are a few places in Calgary where you can see fall foliage: Prince’s Island Park: 698 Eau Claire Ave SW Confederation Park: 24 Avenue & 14 Street NW to 30 Avenue & 10 Street NW Edworthy Park: South Access …
The upcoming Full Bloom Fest is a 3-day free all-ages outdoor event at Lougheed House gardens this weekend, including: Pet PAWrades (registration needed) Concerts Outdoor beer & wine gardens Storytelling circuit Food trucks Free admission to Lougheed House Time and dates: August 13: 6:30 pm to 8:25 pm August 14: 10:45 am to 4 pm August 15: 11 am to …
If you are planning a visit with your family to the Calgary Zoon this weekend, check out the latest updates: No more timed tickets! Visitor capacity limits are also lifted. Purchase day admission tickets online or in person. Zoo members must show a valid card for entry. Two-way flow is in place throughout the entire park, except for the African …
The use of the following items must meet Calgary’s Community Standards Bylaw for your safety and enjoyment, as well as your neighbours: Backyard fire pits Outdoor fireplaces Wood burning ovens Chimeneas There had recently been a fire ban advisory issued on July 16 due to poor air quality in Calgary, which was then lifted on July 21. Always check if a Fire Ban is …
The City of Calgary is organizing a Summer Neighbourhood Nature Challenge contest. Join the contest to explore nature and get the chance to win a Parks prize pack! How to join this summer nature challenge? Follow the Calgary Parks Facebook page . Each week one challenge will be posted. Follow the instructions in the post for a chance to win. The contest …
A fire ban is issued to restrict or temporarily ban types of fire use because of a high fire danger and poor air quality; includes a list of prohibited fire uses. A Fire ban advisory has recently been issued for the City of Calgary. Under the fire ban, the following are prohibited: Open fires Fire pits Outdoor chimeneas Recreational solid …
Alberta residents 18+ who have had their 2nd dose now have another opportunity to win by entering the Outdoor Adventure Vaccine Lottery. Prizes include: winner’s choice of a special harvest hunting license for either 2022 or 2023. lifetime hunting license (a combination package consisting of a wildlife certificate, resident general white-tailed deer licence, and a resident game bird licence for …
