| FESTIVALS AND EVENTS
Transrockies Challenge
Aug 7-13, beginning in Fernie and ending in Canmore. The world’s toughest mountain bike race.
www.transrockies.com
MOSAIC Community Cultural Festival
June 4, 12-5 pm Central Memorial Park with cultural craft centre, entertainment with Los Morenos, dance performances and more. 265-2888
www.vcrossing.com
Afrikadey!
Aug 9-14 at various venues around the city, featuring art, literary readings, drum workshops, dancing, entertainment and more. 234-9110
www.afrikadey.com
Banff Centre 2005 Summer Arts Festival
July 9-Aug 14, featuring Festival Kick-Off Party, music, dance, films, opera, visual and literary arts, exhibitions, new media events and more.
www.banffcentre.ca/events
Brown Bag Lunch Series
Wednesdays, June-Sept from noon-1 pm featuring a wide variety of performers at Olympic Plaza.
Calgary Folk Music Festival
July 21-24, Prince’s Island Park. Over 55 artists including Jeff Tweedy, Arrested Development, Buck 65, Weakerthans, Steve Earle, Indigo Girls, Hawksley Workman, Tortoise, Koko Taylor, Iris DeMent, Shelby Lynne, Mary Gauthier, David Lindley. 233-0904
www.calgaryfolkfest.com.
Calgary International Reggae Festival
August 15-20 featuring Brinsley Ford and other artists at Shaw Millennium Park.
207-1633
www.CalgaryReggaeFestival.com
Calgary Stampede
July 8-17, Stampede Grounds.
www.calgary-stampede.com
Calgary Summer Antique Show
June 4-5, Canada Olympic Park.
Aug 19-21, Spruce Meadows.
www.antiqueshowscanada.com
Canada Day
July 1, Prince’s Island Park, Calgary Zoo, Heritage Park and Fort Calgary.
Carifest
TBA, Featuring Caribbean music, food, comedy, parades, art and more. Events take place at a number of venues.
http://www.carifest.ca/events.asp
292-0310
Dragon Boat Festival
August 5-7, North Glenmore Park
Includes spectator seating, family activities, contests, cultural presentations and more.
www.calgarydragonboat.com
Festival on the Bow
TBA, Eau Claire Market
Live music by local talent and BBQ.
www.bbqonthebow.com
Global Fest
Aug 24-Sept 1, five-day festival of multicultural pavilions coupled with a four-day pyro-musical fireworks competition in the Greater Forest Lawn area. 569-9679
www.globalfest.ca
Greek Fest
June 24-26 at the Hellenic Community Centre. 240-4905
www.calgaryhellenic.com
Hispanic Festival
Aug 26-28 at various venues throughout the city, featuring Latin bands, dance, food, art, workshops and more. 271-2744
www.hispanicarts.com
Jazz Festival Calgary
June 17-26, featuring Daniel Lanois, Kyle Riabko, David Sanchez, Alpha Yaya Diallo, Jimmy Bosch Latin Band, Olam, Toby Koenigsberg Trio, Matthias Lupri Quintet, Sweatshop Union, The Pocket Dwellers and more.
www.jazzfestivalcalgary.ca
Kaos Blues Festival
June 25-26, Victoria Park Ball Diamond. Featuring Mocking Shadows, Magic Slim and the Teardrops, Tim Williams and the Electro-Fires, Bill Dowey and the Blues Devils, Johnny V, Jimmy Payne and the All-Stars, Sam Cockrell and more .
www.kaosblues.com
Marda Gras
Aug 14 in Marda Loop, entertainment, flea tables, kids’ activities and more. 685-LOOP
Mayor’s Environment Expo
June 7-9 in the Municipal Building Atrium, learn about important environmental issues and initiatives through hands on interactive booths, displays and Environmental Theatre.
ReggaeFest 2005
Aug 15-20, featuring Aktivate, Brinsley Forde, Ibo, Jahranimo, Jason Wilson & Tabarruk, Joshua, KinDread, Lenky, Michael St. George among others, as well as film, poetry and more.
www.CalgaryReggaeFestival.com
Shakespeare in the Park
July-August, 7:30 pm, Prince’s Island Park. 240-6908
Slurpee Cup
Aug 20, CJSW Ball Hockey Tournament. 220-3902
www.cjsw.com
Taste of Calgary
August 4-7, Eau Claire Market,
international food and beverage festival offering sample menu items from around the world. 293-2888
www.atasteofcalgary.com
Parks
Bowmont Park
Silver Valley Blvd & Silver
Crest Dr NW
Bowness Park
8900-48 Ave NW
Confederation Park
off 10 St N at 24 Ave NW
Edworthy Park & Douglas Fir Trail
access north on 45 St SW to
Spruce Dr
McHugh Bluff Natural Area
between Centre St & 10 St NW
Nose Hill Park Natural Area
off 14 St between John Laurie & Berkshire Blvds NW
Riley Park
800-12 St NW
Shouldice Park
Bowness Rd & 56 St NW
Centenary Park
off Memorial Dr & Baines Bridge
Prairie Winds Park
off Castleridge Blvd NE
Lindsay Park
2225 Macleod Tr SW
North Glenmore Park
access via 37 St SW or Crowchild Tr S
Prince’s Island Park
1st Ave & 4th St SW or Memorial Dr & 3 St NW
Richmond Green
access off 33 Ave & 25 St SW
River Park
off 14A St between 38 Ave &
50 Ave SW
Sandy Beach & Natural Area
down the hill from 14 St &
50 Ave SW
South Glenmore Park
access off 90 Ave & 24 St SW
Stanley Park
42 Ave & 1A St SW
Weaselhead Natural Area
access off 37 St & 66 Ave SW
Beaverdam Flats Park
access off 18 St at 66 Ave to Lynnview Rd SE
Carburn Park
off 18 St at Rivervalley Dr to Riverview Dr SE
Elliston Regional Park
17 Ave & 60 St SE
Fort Calgary
9 Ave between 6 & 7 St SE
Community Mobile
Skate Parks
Village Square Leisure Centre
Southland Leisure Centre
Edgemont Community Outdoor Rink
East Calgary Twin Arena Society
South Fish Creek Recreation Complex
Skate times are from 1-8 pm, weather permitting.
268-5256 for pass and date information.
OUTDOOR POOLS
Bowview
1910-6 Ave NW
Highwood
25 Holmwood Ave NW
Mount Pleasant
2310-6 St NW
Silver Springs
Silverridge Cl. & Silverridge Dr NW
South Calgary
3130-16 St SW
Stanley Park
4011-1A St SW
Forest Lawn
1706-39 St SE
Millican-Ogden
69 Ave & 20A St SE
Tennis Courts
City-owned Arbour Lake
12 Arbour Lake Dr NW
Bowness Rec Centre
35 Ave & 64 St NW
Brentwood
1520 Northmount Dr NW
Bridgeland
McPhearson Rd & 8 St NE
Canmore Park
19 St & Chicoutimi Dr NW
Confederation Park East
30 Ave & 9th St NW
Crescent Park
9th Ave & 2nd St NW
Dalhousie
Dalhart Rd & 53 St NW
Dalhousie Station
Dalhousie Station & Dalhousie Dr NW
Edgemont
Edgepark Blvd & Cres NW
or John Laurie Blvd & 53 St NW
Foothills
University Dr & 24 Ave NW
MacEwan Glen
MacEwan Dr & MacEwan
Ridge Way NW
Point McKay
Point McKay Rd NW
Ranchlands
Ranchlands Blvd &
Ranchview Dr NW
Renfrew
814-13 Ave NE
Sandstone
14 St & Sandarac Dr NW
Scenic Acres
Scenic Acres Dr & Scimitar Dr NW
Shouldice
Bowness Rd & Monserrat Dr NW
Silversprings
56 Ave & Silversprings Dr NW
Thornhill
6715 Centre St NW
Woods Home Park
89 St & 48 Ave NW
Acadia Athletic Park
315-90 Ave SE
Braeside
647 Brookpark Dr SW
Canyon Meadows
75 Canova Rd SW
Deer Run
2223-146 Ave SE
Fairways/Shawnee Slopes
Shawnee Dr at Shawnee Ct SW
Queensland
649 Queensland Dr SE
Shawnessy
224 Shawmeadows Rd SW
Somerset
Somerset Square SW
South Glenmore
9035-24 St SW
Woodlands
564 Woodpark Dr SW
Battalion Park
2905 Signal Hill Heights SW
Glenmore Athletic
5300-19 St SW
Haultain
13 Ave & 2 St SW
Inglewood
9 Ave & 20 St SE
Killarney
28 Ave & 28 St SW
North Glenmore Park
7305-24 St SW
Patterson
5804 Patina Dr SW
Ramsay
2040 Ramsay St SE
Richmond Green
2539-33 Ave SW
Stanley Park
42 Ave & 1A St SW
Golf Courses
City-owned Confederation Park
3204 Collingwood Dr NW, 974-1800
Lakeview
5840-19 St SW, 974-1815
Maple Ridge
1240 Mapleglade Dr SE, 974-1825
McCall Lake
1600-32 Ave NE, 974-1805
Richmond Green
2539-33 Ave SW, 974-1820
Shaganappi Point/Shaganappi Valley
1200-26 St SW, 974-1810
Farmer’s Markets
Bearspaw
Bearspaw Lions Clubhouse, 25240 Nagway Road,
Sun, 11 am-3 pm, June 5-Sept 30
Blackfoot
5600-11 St SE
Fri & Sat from 8 am-5 pm, Sun from 10 am-4 pm, June 1-Oct 31
www.blackfootfarmersmarket.com
Bragg Creek
Bragg Creek Community Centre
June 19-Sept 25, 949-4277 ext 4
Calgary Farmers Market
H6 Currie Barracks, 244-4548
Fri & Sat, 8 am—5 pm, Sun, 10 am-4 pm year-round
Crossroads Market
1235-26 Ave SE, 291-5208
Fri, Sat & Sun, 9 am-5 pm, outdoor farmer’s market summer only/indoor market 9 am-5 pm year-round
Grassroots Northland
Northland Village Mall Shoppes Parking Lot, 239-8231
Tue 3:30-7:30 pm, June 7-Sept 27
Hillhurst/Sunnyside
1320-5 Ave NW, 283-0554
Wed, 3:30-8 pm, June 8-Oct 5
Cochrane Ranche
Hwy 1A & Hwy 22, 932-5963
Sat, 9 am-1 pm, June 4-Sept 24
Millarville
Race Track, 931-2404
Sat from 8:30 am-noon, June 11-Oct 1
Nanton
United Church Parking Lot, (403) 646-3001
Sat 9 am-1 pm, July-Sept
South Fish Creek
333 Shawville Blvd SE, 201-8652
begins June 3, Fri, 2-8 pm
Strathmore
Kinsmen Park, 901-0477
June 17-Sept 16, Fri, 4-8 pm
City & area attractions
Calgary Zoo
1300 Zoo Rd NE, open from 9 am-5 pm, 365 days a year
Calaway Park
west of Calgary on the TransCanada Hwy, open May 21-June 26, Fri from 5-9 pm, Sat, Sun & holiday Mon from 10 am-8 pm and July 1-Sept 5 daily from 10 am-7 pm, Sept 10-Oct 10 Sat, Sun & holiday Mon from 11 am to 6 pm.
www.calawaypark.com
Canada Olympic Park
247-5617, open 9 am-9 pm (call for details)
www.coda.ab.ca/COP/
Fish Creek Provincial Park
Offers Tuesday Tours each Tues evening in July and August beginning at 7 pm.
297-7927
Fort Calgary Historic Park
Open 9 am-5 pm each day until Thanskgiving Monday
290-1875
www.fortcalgary.com
Heritage Park
1900 Heritage Dr SW, 259-1900
May 21-Sept 5 daily 9 am-5 pm, weekends Sept 10-Oct 10
Inglewood Bird Sanctuary
A 32-hectare federally designated bird reserve offering the public four kilometers of walking trails, natural history education courses and guided nature walks. Wildlife information available from staff. Located at 9th Avenue and Sanctuary Road SE in Calgary. Operated by Calgary Parks & Recreation.
269-6688
e-mail: mbabey@gov.calgary.ab.ca
Shaw Millennium Park
1220-9th Ave SW, open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Lessons available through Calgary Parks & Rec during July & Aug.
Kananaskis Country
A 1600-square mile, four-season, multi-use recreation area 90 kilometers west of Calgary. K-Country includes Peter Lougheed, Bow Valley and Bragg Creek Provincial Parks. Also encompasses Sibbald, Barrier Lake, Ribbon Creek, the Elbow River and Sheep River Valleys, and the Highwood and Cataract areas.
#302, 2938-11 Street NE, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 7L7
297-8804
e-mail: dcockert@env.gov.ab.ca
Telus World of Science
701-11 St SW, 268-8300, open from Mon-Thur, 10 am-4 pm, Fri, Sat, Sun & holidays 10 am-5 pm
www.calgaryscience.ca
Campgrounds
Barrier Lakes region
www.cd.gov.ab.ca/enjoying_alberta/parks/featured/kananaskis
Peter Lougheed National Park
www.kananaskiscamping.com
www.koa.com
www.calgarycamping.com
Bow Valley Provincial Park
673-2163
Misc. organizations & clubs
Jim-Bows Archery Ltd.
4416-5 St NE, 250-7713
Alberta Disc Golf
Played at Forest Lawn, Baker Park and Centenary Park. discgolf@shaw.ca
www.http://members.shaw.ca/discgolf
Alpine Club of Canada - Calgary Section
A club providing members of all skill levels with rock, snow and ice climbing courses as well as regular climbing outings, bouldering sessions, social events and more. (403)678-3200
www.alpineclubofcanada.ca/calgary
Alpine Club of Canada - National Office
Canada’s national mountaineering organization. Offers backcountry accomodations, camps, training courses, and provides environmental and access advocacy. (403) 678-3200
e-mail: alpclub@telusplanet.net
www.alpineclubofcanada.ca
Ann and Sandy Cross Conservation Area
A 4800-acre day use area dedicated to the protection of wildlife and the provision of conservation education. Available for conservation education, hiking and the enjoyment of nature. Access by appointment. (403) 931-1042
e-mail: info@crossconservation.org
www.crossconservation.org
Apollo Calgary
Provides a positive and fun environment through sport and social activities within the community. 777-9499, press 1 and dial ext. 3000
www.apollocalgary.com
Banff Centre for Mountain Culture
The Banff Centre promotes understanding and appreciation of the world’s mountain places and creates opportunities for the international mountain community to share experiences, ideas and visions. Program highlights include: Banff Mountain Photo Competition, Book Festival, Film Festival and Summit. (403)762-6369
e-mail: cmc@banffcentre.ab.ca
Banff National Park
The backcountry manager of Banff National Park is acting as the liaison to CAOC and the outdoor recreation community. They are interested in working with recreation users to ensure ecosystem conservation and recreation needs are achieved in a compatible
manner. (403) 762-1470
Bow Waters Canoe Club
BWCC offers paddlers an extensive tour schedule, lessons, activities and social events. Winter activities include backcountry and nordic skiing. 235-2922
e-mail: bwcc@telusplanet.net
www.bowwaters.org
Calgary Balloon Club
Actively promotes the sport of ballooning in the community. 271-6566
Calgary Canoe Club
The CCC offers recreational, educational and competitive canoe and kayak programs. Boats and equipment are available to members as well as for rent to the public. Located on the north shore of Glenmore Reservoir. 246-5757
e-mail: cccweb@telus.net
www.calgarycanoeclub.com
Calgary Field Naturalists’ Society
A society which encourages the appreciation, study, observation, and protection of the natural world through field trips, meetings and publications.
e-mail: info@cfns.fanweb.ca
www.naturecalgary.com
Calgary Hash House Harriers
A sociable running and cycling club which caters to all levels. 254-9014
www.onon.org/asm
Calgary Kayak Club
CKC provides a loose framework for Calgary paddlers to organize kayak-related events. Organizes winter water polo and Kananaskis Whitewater Festival in May. 289-7750
e-mail: dampyak@yahoo.com
Calgary Lawn Bowling Club
1238-16 Ave SW, 245-4341
Calgary Mountain Bike Alliance
CMBA promotes advocacy, education and stewardship of the land which cyclists use. Group rides, road trips and trail days available to members.
e-mail: info@cmbalink.com
Calgary Outdoor Recreation Enthusiasts
An all-season outdoor club offering hiking, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, cycling, backpacking and other outdoor activities. 214-7500
e-mail: core_1999@hotmail.com, www.corehike.org
Calgary Outdoor School Consortium
The COSC consists of the Kiwanis Club of Calgary, Rocky Mountain YMCA and the Silver Creek Ranch. It offers high quality outdoor programs (residential and day trips) to 12,000 students per year. 777-7117
e-mail: nkelba@telus.net
Calgary Parks & Recreation-Outdoor/Nature Services
Calgary Parks & Recreation offers outdoor pursuits and natural history programs as well as information on natural areas, outdoor recreation activities and Calgary’s pathway system. It also provides organizational and program development services for non-profit organizations. 974-3111
e-mail: kforster@gov.calgary.ab.ca
Calgary Pathway Advisory Council
Established in the spring of 1989 at the request of Calgary City Council, CPAC represents all Calgary pathway user groups and advises on issues of pathway development, maintenance and management. 221-4660
Calgary Regional Trail Riders
CRTR promotes safe, enjoyable trail riding. Activities also include club socials, camping, parades and equestrian education. Host of the Alberta Children’s Hospital charity ride. 938-2856
Calgary Roadrunners Club
Offering group training, running clinics and fun runs for distance runners of all ages and abilities.
228-0999
www.calgaryroadrunners.com
Calgary Rowing Club
North Glenmore Park, 249-2880
Calgary Singles Council - Outdoor Group
This branch of the Calgary Singles Council provides opportunities for single adults to meet new people while enjoying outdoor activities. The group’s activities include hiking, biking, rafting, camping, cross-country skiing and skating. 288-8810 (24-hour activity line)
Calgary Ski Club
CSC offers recreational and social activities year-round such as downhill and cross-country skiing, hiking and cycling. Promotes education and safety awareness while having fun. 282-4122
e-mail: office@calgaryskiclub.org
www.calgaryskiclub.org
Calgary Sport & Social Club
Co-Ed sports league.
Bragg Creek, 949-3398
Calgary Tennis Club
1445-16 St SW, 244-5302
www.tennisclub.com
Calgary Weekend Hikers
A casual members-only hiking club for all levels offering weekday, weekend and overnight trips. 236-3406
www.calgaryweekendhikers.com
Calgary Yacht Club
Located on Chestermere Lake, CYC offers individuals and families a chance to enjoy the recreational, competitive and social aspects of sailing. It also provides summer sailing camps for children. 272-3300
www.cyc.ab.ca
Elbow Valley Cycle Club
A club offering bicycling events including day, weekend, and Wednesday evening rides, mountain bike trips, Golden and Silver Triangle tours, bike clinics, hiking and winter ski trips. Also acts as advocate for a better cycling environment.
www.elbowvalleycc.org
Foothills Wanderers Orienteering Club
A club offering orienteering events for all age groups and fitness levels. Participants use a map and compass to navigate around a pre-set course while enjoying the natural environment along the way.
e-mail: info@orienteeringcalgary.ca
www.orienteeringcalgary.ca
Ghost River Rediscovery Society
Aims at empowering people of all ages and cultures to discover the natural world, the worlds between cultures and the worlds within themselves. 270-9351
e-mail: ghostriv@telusplanet.net
www.ghostriverdiscovery.com
Hook & Hackle Club
A fishing club offering regular meetings, fly-tying classes, socializing, guest speakers and demonstrations.
www.hookandhackleclub.tripod.com/
Hostelling International - Southern Alberta
An international organization which provides a network of safe, friendly and affordable accomodation and services to more than 5000 hostels in over 70 countries.
#203, 1414 Kensington Road NW, 283-5551
sab@hostellingintl.ca
Petroleum City Ski and Social Club
For 30 years this club has arranged camping, skiing, hiking, volleyball, social dining and many other activities. 269-6591
www.pscskiclub.com
Rocky Mountain Ramblers
A club offering ambitious hiking and cross-country skiing trips as well as social events for outdoor enthusiasts. 282-6308
e-mail: ramblers@ramblers.ab.ca
www.ramblers.ab.ca
Seniors Outdoor Club of Calgary
A year-round club that organizes outdoor trips for seniors. 270-7447
e-mail: soccalgary@yahoo.com
Single Volunteers Society of Calgary
Serves the community through volunteer activities, and at the same time provides single people with the opportunity to meet in safe and non-threatening environments.
www.singlevolunteers.ca
Skyline Hikers of the Canadian Rockies
This non-profit organization provides annual guided hikes from established base camps in the Rocky Mountains. Also promotes appreciation and conservation of Canada’s national parks. 1-866-445-3774
e-mail: registrar@skylinehikers.ca, www.skylinehikers.ca
Trail Riders of the Canadian Rockies
A non-profit organization providing guided horseback riding and teepee camping adventures in Banff National Park. Riding experience is not necessary. (403)652-8672
e-mail: trcr@canuck.com
University of Calgary - Outdoor Program Centre
The U of C Outdoor Program Centre provides outdoor courses and educational trips in outdoor recreation. Their Outdoor Equipment Rental Service features a huge selection of top quality gear for all types of outdoor recreation.
2500 University Drive NW, Calgary, Alberta, T2N 1N4, 220-5038 or 220-6800
Weaselhead/Glenmore Park Preservation Society
A non-profit society dedicated to the preservation of the Weaselhead area of Calgary. In conjunction with CFNS, this group offers a spring/fall series of walks in the Weaselhead. It also participates in activities such as River Clean-Up and Earth Day. 252-6141
e-mail: hetheringtons@msn.com
Westwinds R/C Aviation Society
Society brings together fliers and builders of all types into the sport of model aviation
www.westwindsrc.com |
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