Beiseker Playgrounds and Station Museum – Beiseker, AB

Beiseker is a small town about 45 minutes North East of Calgary with a population of less than 1000 people. It offers two nice playgrounds and the Beiseker Station Museum. Grasslands Playground Located just off the highway in a new development along Clover Cres and Grasslands Way This playgrounds features a nice climber with slides, … Read more

Awesome Airdrie Playgrounds

1. Midtown Playground Midtown – Midtown Court Located a short distance from Iron Horse Park. This playground has an area for older kids and younger kids. You’ll be able to entertain a wide age range with the unusual equipment at this playground. 2.  Coopers Crossing Discovery Playground Cooper’s Crossing – Coopers Drive and Coopers Crescent SW … Read more

Raymond Outdoor Aquatic Centre – Raymond, Alberta

Opening for the season June 1, 2018 Address:60 N 100 W, Raymond, AB   http://raymondrecreation.ca/ (about 15 minutes south of Lethbridge)Cost:$25 for a family pass Season: Typically open May long weekend until early September.Hours: Generally 12-8pm, 1-7pm on statutory holidays. Features:  Shallow toddler area, recreation pool with zero depth entry with water sprays, diving area, water slides, pool … Read more

Spray Parks Near Calgary – Southern and Central Alberta Splash Pads

Olds Spray Park

Thinking about heading out on a day trip?  Many of the smaller centres surrounding Calgary have their own spray park. To my knowledge, all spray parks are free unless specifically noted. There’s a map at the bottom to help you figure out where you want to go. Strathmore Lion’s Spray Park Typically open June 1st … Read more

Henderson Outdoor Pool – Lethbridge

Henderson Outdoor Pool - Lethbridge

Address:Henderson Lake Park –  2710 Parkside Drive South, Lethbridge, AB (2 hours south of Calgary)http://www.lethbridge.ca/Things-To-Do/Aquatics-Pools/Pages/HendersonPool.aspx Cost: $14.50 for a family day pass. Season: Typically open May long weekend until Labour Day weekend. (Extended until September 17, 2017 due to good weather).Hours: Generally 12-8pm, 1-7pm on statutory holidays.Sept 5-17th 4pm until sunset (Mon-Thu), Noon until sunset (Fri/Sat/Sun)(check website to … Read more

10 Reasons You Should Take Your Kids to Red Deer

Things to do with Kids in Red Deer - Alberta Staycation

We’ve been exploring Alberta to find family-friendly attractions right here at home. I had never spent much time in Red Deer before and was pleased to find  out that it is full of great things for families and is only 90 minutes away! Here are 10 great reasons to add Red Deer to your Summer … Read more