Best Nature and Parks (RV, National, Dog, etc) in Airdrie

"For a little slice of Central Park in the heart of Cowtown, take the bridge over to this island, with grassy fields made for tossing Frisbees, plus bike paths and ample space to stretch out. During the summer... Notable Building in Calgary"

"Come inside and explore Fort Calgary, built in 1875 by the North West Mounted Police (NWMP), it continues to be an important part of Calgary’s story to this day. Tour this historical site with interactive exhibits, and replicas of the original Canadian Pacific Railway station, NWMP barracks, and Calgary Herald newspaper room. Interpretive tours are also available."

"Way back in 1875, the North West Mounted Police erected a small wooden fort and this laid the foundations for the city of Calgary. Now the 40-acre site, just east of downtown Calgary, is where Fort Calgary lies. Visitors can learn about the city’s colourful characters, exciting events and fascinating facts through interactive exhibits and tours."

"Located in its original location on the south bank of the Bow River on the west side of the Elbow, this replica 1875 fort and adjacent barracks is a must-see. This is the birthplace of Calgary, founded by Colonel James Macleod. The log fort was built on the exact location as the original based on archaeological evidence."

"I love Nose Hill Park and its rolling hills for sunset photography sessions. I specifically like meeting at the South parking lot because it offers some fantastic views of Calgary downtown (after a 10 minute walk uphill). There are also a lot of great trees in that area which will be perfect when fall rolls around."

"Numerous hiking trails wind through 1129 hectares of indigenous grasslands to the summit of Nose Hill. The plateau provides spectacular vistas of the Rocky Mountains, the Bow River Valley, and the vast plains to the east. The aspen and willows along the north-facing slopes shelter many wild animals."

"To start our list of best dog parks in Calgary, we have the wonderful Nose Hill Park. This multipurpose park is located in the northwest part of Calgary and is a mutual favourite amongst humans and their four-legged friends. In terms of terrain, Nose Hill is quite hilly."

"Fill the day of love exploring the indoor botanical gardens of Devonian Gardens. Immerse yourself in nature indoors in the heart of Calgary with over 500 types of trees, 50 plant species, magical water features, and even fish ponds!. Keep warm in this free space that might even be the picture-perfect place to get down on one knee!"

"This large botanical refuge is an indoor oasis located on the top floor of the CORE Shopping Centre.​​​ It is a relaxing indoor garden that you will want to come back to regularly. Learn more about Devonion Gardens"

"Stanley Park is a popular inner city park with lots to offer visitors, including outdoor BBQ areas, a baseball diamond, public swimming pool, wading pool, open green areas and Elbow River access. It's an excellent place to go if you want to outdoor BBQ, play games on an open field, launch your boat onto the Elbow River or perhaps sit poolside and enjoy the warmth of the sun. You could even park your car at the Repsol Sport Centre and run to Stanley Park or vice versa for a work out along the connecting paved pathways."

"You can think of St Patrick’s Island as a massive public backyard, but more so than just your average public park. Spanning 31 acres, St Patrick’s Island is a perfect middle ground between urbanism and nature, where different elements come together to form something unifying, fun, and community-driven. Things like public art, playgrounds, a wetland sector with a boardwalk, a fishing cove, and wooded sections with winding pathways all make up a part of this enormous urbanized parkland."

"In Calgary's 31-acre backyard of St. Patrick's Island is a full day of fun exploring. Trout Beach is great for families with space to play, wildlife to see, and there's great food options nearby if you don't feel like packing lunch for the day. Often on weekends the island has free community events as a perfect addition to your adventure."

"Calgarians found a place to get in touch with nature in the middle of the city’s concretes. Nature lovers and urban explorers can marvel at the natural beauty of St. Patrick’s Island Park. After its restoration, people now dub it a wild oasis."

"Get hooked on the fishy experience at Bow Habitat Station and discover this family friendly natural wonder. Meet Alberta's native fish in the aquariums, go fishing in the Trout Pond (open in May), and take a stroll through the Interpretive Wetland for a hands on introduction to Alberta’s ecosystem. Rent snowshoes in the winter or fishing rods in the summer and discover the great outdoors in Calgary at Bow Habitat Station."

"This interpretive wetlands centre is also home to a variety of urban wildlife such as birds, deer, muskrats, porcupines, coyotes and most recently a bobcat!. Inside the Discovery Centre, visitors travel through the six different aquatic ecosystems found across Alberta – all without stepping outside. Insider Savings Tip: Visitors can receive 20% off four Discover Centre admissions."

"Raising and releasing up to 1.5 million trout each year, this working hatchery is a favorite with kids for its aquariums, hands-on exhibits and chance to fish in the pond. Look down over the hatchery pools or get..."

"Location: 4500 14A St. S.W. This might be the best named beach in town. While there is some sand along the banks of the meandering Elbow River at Sandy Beach Park, there’s not a lot of it. Popular with dogs, toddlers, and rafters, Sandy Beach is actually more pebbly than sandy, but it’s on a quiet riverbank that can be crowded with rafters on the weekend."

"Sandy Beach is one of those places you just want to pick up a sandwich or coffee from a local inner-city hot spot and head down to the shores of the river for a sunny afternoon. There is so much to do and see here all surrounded by some of Calgary's hottest inner-city neighbourhoods. Learn more about Sandy Beach"

"Bring the whole family for an afternoon picnic at this riverside park. Cook over one of the park’s fire pits or barbecue stands and relax at one of the many picnic areas and shelters. Kids will like the updated playgrounds and adults will appreciate the views and close proximity to Britannia."

"Head on down the the northwest corner of Calgary to check out Riley Park. This beautiful 9 hectare park is complete with a cricket pitch, wading pool, gardens, playground, and all the other amenities a family would need like washrooms, water fountains, and a concession. Although Riley Park has a wading pool and not a spray park I thought I would include it on my list as it is one of my family's favourite places to cool off in the summer."

"Riley Park is a lovely destination park located in northwest Calgary, next to the Kensington shopping center. Riley Park was once a key component of the Cochrane Ranch, which spanned 146,000 acres. The farm was homesteaded by Thomas and Georgina Riley and their family of ten children in 1888, and after Thomas’ death in 1909, the land was returned to The City of Calgary."

"Located right in Calgary’s inner city, this picnic spot is just down the hill from SAIT and up the road from the hustle and bustle of Kensington. Buy some picnic supplies from Sunnyside Natural Market and spend the whole day in the park. There’s a cricket pitch for the sports fans, a playground and flower and rock gardens."

"One of Calgary’s newest buzz-worthy restaurants, Orchard is situated in the base of the SODO building, attached to the Marriott Residences on 10th Avenue SW. Their ‘Asian meets Mediterranean’ style brunch features enticing options including Honey Buttered French Toast, Labeneh Spread and Poached Egg Shakshuka. It’s the Albacore Tuna and Shrimp we’ll be having again, though."

"Serving outrageously good Mediterranean food and cocktails, Orchard is practically a sunburn away from being an actual vacation. Seriously, this place is on freaking point, but we wouldn’t expect anything less from the folks who also brought us Shelter. Where: 134, 610 – 10th Avenue SW, CalgaryInstagram: @Orchard.YYC"

"They have an amazing brunch that you don’t want to miss out!. Address: 620 10 Ave SW #134, Calgary, ABMenu: Click Here"

"East side Mario is a Canadian based chain offering Italian-american food such as pasta, steak and chicken. The atmosphere is casual, bright and family oriented. Their kids menu has options for kid with smaller and bigger appetites and offers free dessert too."

"Kids 12 and under can join the Mini Mario Club to receive special offers by email and snail mail, including free kids’ meals. After signing up online, you’ll receive a membership card with 5 FREE Kids Eat Big meals and 5 FREE Chillers."

"More than just a barbershop, this hidden gem in Bridgeland offers a simple, yet serious variety of small bites, an extensive selection of curated cocktails, beverages, beers, wine and spirits plus a Barbershop menu which includes a bevy with your hair cut or hot shave. The heated patio will be covered with an awning and running all winter long."

"This friendly neighbourhood bar in Bridgeland has a chic outdoor patio space lit up with strings of lights that create a pretty glow. Open until midnight from Sunday to Thursday and until 2 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, there’s no shortage of delicious food and fancy cocktails."

"Get your hair cut and then enjoy a cozy autumn night on Cannibale’s patio. This bar-bershop hybrid is heated overhead and has an outdoor fireplace – which if you haven’t noticed, we’re kind of a sucker for. Where: 813 1 Ave NE, CalgaryInstagram: @Cannibale_YYC"

"Hangry BBQ Plate1/4LB each: Tender Smoked Brisket, Grilled Thighs and Smoked Pork Belly w Coconut Cornbread... (403) 277-7064Order online. Superb151 Reviews4.6"

"Hide N Seek is the best indoor playground in Calgary in terms of size and facilities. It has large playgrounds and a variety of arcade games your children can enjoy. The owners of Hide N Seek know there is a big difference between kids and toddlers."

"Subway is a leader in the submarine sandwich category serving fresh, great tasting, made to order sandwiches, soups and salads, many of which have six grams of fat or less. Offering healthy quick serve options has made Subway restaurants a popular de..."

"3006-2060 Symons Valley Pky NW, Calgary, ABT3P 0M9Get directions. Evanston Towne Centre. Subway is an American fast food restaurant franchise that primarily sells submarine sandwiches (subs) and salads."

"A post shared by Wayne Abat (@wacabat) on Jul 22, 2019 at 10:49pm PDT. When you head to this spot to dine, expect some seriously Insta-worthy moments courtesy of the bullet train sushi system, a concept that originated in Japan. Guests simply order on a tablet, and their food shoots out on a miniature train minutes later."

"Whether you love sushi or just enjoy a fun dining experience, you will find both at The One Sushi. This spot allows you to order your dishes on an iPad and they provide plenty of great choices. This is much like dining at an all-you-can-eat buffet without leaving your table."

"There is no server (they are there in case you need help but you only talk to them at the end of the meal when you pay for it). You order everything on an iPad (it’s very easy!) and it gets delivered via a bullet train."

"We were recently introduced to this excellent sushi restaurant in the Beltline and fell in love. We've now gone to Kanpai about a dozen or so times over the past few months with each visit being just as good as the last. Inside Kanpai you'll find a warming contemporary atmosphere with elegant decor and a mix of full / half booth seats."