We’ve been exploring Alberta to check out the family friendly attractions that are right in our own backyard. Grande Prairie is about a 7 hour drive from Calgary or 4.5 hours from Edmonton. If you find yourself travelling up North with the kids, here are some ideas to make your stay a great one. Things … Read more
Location mapAddress: Oak Street – Broadmoor Lake Park, Sherwood ParkParking: Lot parking on site Surrounding Park Area: covered picnic shelter, skating on the lake, toboggan hill (north lake), trail loop Overall assessment: The first time we went to this playground, it wasn’t quite open yet. So on our next trip to Edmonton, we went back and am I … Read more
Where: Telus Spark Science CentreWhen: Every 2nd Thursday from 6-10pm. Cost: Regular admission rates apply. Included with membership to Telus Spark. Buying tickets ahead of time is recommended. Adults Only Nights at Telus Spark is as advertised. They check IDs at the door and serve alcohol in the atrium. My husband and I checked it … Read more
Location map Community: off Copithrone Road – Harmony – Springbank, AB(follow the signs to the Harmony show homes – you should be able to see the playground when you are close)Parking: free street parking Gordie’s Review (7 years old): “I liked how much I could do!”Nicky’s Review (4 years old): “I kind of liked that big slide!”Robbie’s … Read more
Note: This is a school playground. You may be asked to leave during school hours. Location mapCommunity: Ranchlands – 7811 Ranchview Dr NWParking: free street parking Gordie’s Review (7 years old): “I think someone my age would get a lot out of it”Nicky’s Review (4 years old): Did not want to talk about it. She seemed to … Read more
Note: This is a school playground. You may be asked to leave during school hours. Location map Community: Mount Pleasant – 9 St and 21 Ave NWParking: there is free street parking right beside the playground on 9th Street. Gordie’s Review (7 years old): “I liked the big rocks!”Nicky’s Review (4 years old): “Everything!”Robbie’s Review … Read more