Cooper’s Crossing Discovery Playground – Airdrie

Location   mapCommunity: Airdrie – Cooper’s Crossing – Coopers Drive and Coopers Crescent SWParking:  free street parking Gordie’s Review (7 years old): “I really like how there were paths around the playground so kids could go there too.”Nicky’s Review (4 years old): “I liked the really big slide on the hill. It was so fun.”Robbie’s Review (1.5 years … Read more

Hillcrest Playground – Airdrie

Hillcrest Playground - Airdrie

Location   mapCommunity: Airdrie – Hillcrest -Hillcrest Avenue and Hillcrest RoadParking:  limited neighborhood parking Gordie’s Review (7 years old): “I really liked the web climber”Nicky’s Review (4 years old): “I liked that bouncy thing.”Robbie’s Review (1.5 years old): liked the baby swing the best Age Range: 2-12 yearsGround Cover: pea gravelShade: some shade from nearby trees Features: School-aged … Read more

Inglewood Bird Sanctuary

Inglewood Bird Sanctuary

Address: 2425 9 Ave SE Parking: Free lot parkingPark Features: Natural environment pathways, nature centre, river viewOther activities: The park also offers nature programs and birthday parties. Overall: The Inglewood Bird Sanctuary has been a nature preserve since 1929 and is now run by the City of Calgary. It was heavily damaged by the recent floods but … Read more

What Makes a Great Playground?

When I am looking for playgrounds to review I’d like it to fit into at least one of the following categories: 1. A big playground There are so many playgrounds in Calgary, I can’t review every little tot lot in Calgary. If nothing else, the playground should at least be a decent size. 2. A … Read more

Hayden Block – Eating Out With Kids in Calgary

Hayden Block - Eating Out With Kids in Calgary

Address:   1136 Kensington Road NW       http://www.haydenblockyyc.com/ Restaurant Type: Texas BarbecueFood Options: Texas Barbecue served family-style Kid Menu: NoneSeating: Communal seating at long tables with benches, tables with bar height chairs, smaller tables Kid friendly features: HighchairKid comfort level: 7/10 – Kids are allowed until 8pm. The environment is very casual but they are not aiming … Read more

The Most Underrated Calgary Attractions

Calgary's Most Underrated Attractions

Calgary has many world class attractions that certainly deserve the attention that they are given. On this list though you will find other excellent attractions that you may have overlooked but are definitely worth a visit. 1. YouthLink Calgary Police Interpretive Centre The Police Interpretive Centre has been opened since the fall of 2015 and is … Read more