You don’t have to go far to have a fun filled family vacation. We’ve been exploring Alberta to check out the family friendly attractions that are right in our own backyard. High River is only a 30 minutes from the south end of Calgary, making it a perfect distance for a day trip. We spontaneously decided … Read more
f you are looking for something to do during these blustery and muddy winter to spring transition days, head down to the Museum of the Highwood and The Whistlestop Cafe for some indoor fun.
Address: Griffin Road and Cowboy Trail (highway 22) – CochraneParking: Free lot parking Age Range: All ages.Ground Cover: pea gravelShade: plentiful. Features: natural playground features – slide, web climber, rocks and logsSurrounding Park Area: Next to pathways, the river and Riverfront Park Accessibility: None.Seating: a few picnic tables Overall assessment: This playground is part of the redevelopment of the Riverfront … Read more
Location: 820 Railway Gate SW, Airdrie http://www.ironhorsepark.net/ map Gordie’s review (6 years old): “I thought it was great. That’s all I have to say.”Nicky’s review (3 years old): “I liked the flowers” [At the front gate]Robbie’s review (6 months old): Robbie was able to ride with me in a front carrier Ride Cost: $3 per ride. Kids under … Read more
We spent a day this summer checking out some of the best Cochrane playgrounds. We found 7 great playgrounds and while we were there we also enjoyed some ice cream at MacKay’s. Do you know of a playground that should be on this list? 1. Sunset Ridge Playground Sunset Ridge – Sunset Road and Sunset Blvd … Read more
Airdrie – Nose Creek Park
We visited this park with my friend and her 4 young kids. The park is beautiful and we all had great morning. There’s lot of space for picnics and the creek and pond give it a little something different from your average park.