Everyone Belongs Outside – Inclusion Showcase, presented by Alberta Parks and Prospect Human Services
April 22 10:00 am – 3:00 pm at the ELC
Did you know the area that is now protected as Fish Creek Provincial Park was once home to some of the first and most prominent settlers in Calgary’s history? And that this area – now a backdrop for many different recreational activities – was at the epicenter of our city’s burgeoning cattle and ranching heritage […]
In partnership with Mount Royal University and Alberta Parks, the Friends will offer this 8-week program for those experiencing grief and loss. Good Grief provides the opportunity to take part in a series of gentle, accessible guided walks through nature, allowing you to observe, to chat, to enjoy fresh air and the natural world. The […]
Join the Friends of Fish Creek as we embark on a new Wellness Program experience that we’re calling “Yo-Qi”. Yo-Qi combines yoga and Qi-Gong – and each of our monthly sessions will have a different wellness-focused theme. Sessions will be lead by Dianne Smith, Spring Forest Qi Gong Certified Instructor, and Yoga and Guided Meditation […]
Beavers: Nature’s Engineers, Troublesome Rodents, Iconic Canadian Symbol and So Much More, Presented by Cows and Fish and Alberta Parks,
Thursday, May 18 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
This introductory level photography class is for people who need help or ideas with photographic composition and camera operation. Any camera will do, DSLR, Film, mirrorless, point and shoot or camera phone. The class will tour the park in an open-air minibus, and we’ll make a few stops along the way so that you can […]
Art in the Park – Art Exhibit, Meet and Greet and Special Presentations with Local Artists Jim Pescott, Yasmin Irani and Gerry Mulhall,
Thursday, June 22, 7:00 – 8:00 pm
Paint Out! Instructor Gerry Mulhall, will help you learn to simplify composition and capture the natural light using a limited palette and your imagination!
This meditative practice is based on the ancient wisdom and belief that we all have the power and ability to heal ourselves. Spring Forest Qi-Gong incorporates simple moving meditations to help open your heart, mind and physical self. Side effects – more happiness, improved mobility and health! Join instructor Diane Smith on a journey towards […]
This introductory level photography class is for people who need help or ideas with photographic composition and camera operation. Any camera will do, DSLR, Film, mirrorless, point and shoot or camera phone. The class will tour the park in an open-air minibus, and we’ll make a few stops along the way so that you can […]
Film Screening of Griefwalker The Friends of Fish Creek, Alberta Parks and Mount Royal University want to celebrate the success of our first ever Good Grief: Walking Through Grief and Loss program with a special event to thank our volunteers, further engage program participants and endeavour to encourage others to learn more about this important […]
This meditative practice is based on the ancient wisdom and belief that we all have the power and ability to heal ourselves. Spring Forest Qi-Gong incorporates simple moving meditations to help open your heart, mind and physical self. Side effects – more happiness, improved mobility and health! Join instructor Diane Smith on a journey towards […]
This meditative practice is based on the ancient wisdom and belief that we all have the power and ability to heal ourselves. Spring Forest Qi-Gong incorporates simple moving meditations to help open your heart, mind and physical self. Side effects – more happiness, improved mobility and health! Join instructor Diane Smith on a journey towards […]
Our Wellness instructors will each take a turn in offering full moon meditation sessions on full moon evenings throughout the summer. Join in on the amazing full moon energy! All sessions are outdoors and will be held at the Bow Valley Ranch from 7-8:30pm $10 per session – Register through our Wellness Page
We call them nature’s engineers for good reason. No species other than humans has the potential to change the landscape as much as beavers do. They are strong, intelligent, hard working and make a significant contribution to watershed resiliency. Join us to understand their role in Canadian history and the part they play as integral […]
Marshall Springs Walking Tour, August 8, 7:00 – 9:00 pm. Join Friends’ founding member and volunteer extraordinaire, Wayne Meikle, to learn about the history of the Marshall Springs area and how Fish Creek Provincial Park came to exist.
Paint Out! Instructor Gerry Mulhall, will help you learn to simplify composition and capture the natural light using a limited palette and your imagination!
This introductory level photography class is for people who need help or ideas with photographic composition and camera operation. Any camera will do, DSLR, Film, mirrorless, point and shoot or camera phone. The class will tour the park in an open-air minibus, and we’ll make a few stops along the way so that you can […]
Wellness Pass – 6 sessions for only $50 – https://wellnesspass.eventbrite.ca This meditative practice is based on the ancient wisdom and belief that we all have the power and ability to heal ourselves. Spring Forest Qi-Gong incorporates simple moving meditations to help open your heart, mind and physical self. Side effects – more happiness, improved mobility […]
Spend the day painting among the trees and let the landscape speak to you. This “Plein Air” (outdoor) painting workshop in Fish Creek Provincial Park will have you experiment with a unique painting technique called “pointillism” where images are created through the use of many tiny, colorful dots. This class is perfect for any skill […]
