Join us for Peace in the Park, an evening of yoga, connection, and fresh air in Fish Creek Provincial Park, Calgary’s most beautiful green space. Guided by Lauren McBain, lululemon ambassador and community wellness leader, this class blends movement, mindfulness, and community vibes for an unforgettable outdoor experience. Click below to get your tickets today! […]
Join Mary Ann McLean, Professor at St. Mary’s University, to learn about a new weed of concern, Thesium arvense.
Join us for an insightful walking tour to learn about urban coyotes, their role in our ecosystem, and how we can peacefully coexist with them. Dates: September 16 at 2:00 pm September 20 at 4:00 pm October 7 at 2:00 pm Capacity: Up to 25 participants
Join us for an insightful walking tour to learn about urban coyotes, their role in our ecosystem, and how we can peacefully coexist with them. Dates: September 16 at 2:00 pm September 20 at 4:00 pm October 7 at 2:00 pm Capacity: Up to 25 participants
Join the Friends of Fish Creek and the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada (RASC) for our annual Star Night Event. Gaze at the sky through telescopes provided by RASC and get a closer look at Saturn, the Moon, star clusters, nebulae, and much more! The fun and discovery is on, “cloudy or clear!” Ready to […]
Join us for an insightful walking tour to learn about urban coyotes, their role in our ecosystem, and how we can peacefully coexist with them. Dates: September 16 at 2:00 pm September 20 at 4:00 pm October 7 at 2:00 pm Capacity: Up to 25 participants
Presented by Robert Holmberg, Ph.D., Science Outreach – Athabasca, Athabasca University After the insects, the arachnids are the second most diverse group of animals in the world. Dr. Holmberg will cover the biology, diversity, and importance of the 7 groups of arachnids that occur in Canada. During this presentation, you can learn about the Canadian […]
Ever wonder what it was like growing up on an Alberta ranch? Hear stories from Dennis Burns’ personal history of growing up at the Bow Valley Ranch from 1951 to 1971. This tour will be a gentle meander through Bow Valley Ranch. Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Tour Duration: About 2 hours Meeting Point: Bow Valley […]
In partnership with New Works, be part of this two-year soundwalk residency program! We’re thrilled to support Chad’s ongoing research into acoustic ecology and place-based education. We’re excited to partner with the Friends of Fish Creek Park to offer Chad a research-creation residency, as well as a supported 8-walk series! From New Works: Chad Eastman (He/Him) […]
Join Emma Stroud and Victoria Bohm to learn about how plant rescue builds species diversity and organizational capacity.
This eight-week program simply provides an opportunity for participants to connect with nature while connecting with others who share similar experiences. Although not a grief therapy program, Good Grief may provide valuable connection and healing for both participants and volunteer companions. Companions are not providing counseling or therapy; they simply share a common goal of connecting with nature as a place of refuge in acceptance of our journeys of life transition.
Speaker Series – Construction Opening Geological Windows: The Historical Resources Act in Action Presented by Jon Noad New geological exposures created by ongoing pipeline, dam and other construction activities have opened windows into Alberta’s geological past. Fossils ranging from dinosaurs and mammals to exotic plants shed light on ancient life, while the sedimentary rocks and […]
This eight-week program simply provides an opportunity for participants to connect with nature while connecting with others who share similar experiences. Although not a grief therapy program, Good Grief may provide valuable connection and healing for both participants and volunteer companions. Companions are not providing counseling or therapy; they simply share a common goal of connecting with nature as a place of refuge in acceptance of our journeys of life transition.
Speaker Series – The Weaselhead/Glenmore Park Preservation Society Presented by Lisa Dahlseide The Weaselhead/Glenmore Park Preservation Society is a non-profit organization started in 1994 by a group of local people […]
Speaker Series – Calgary’s Best Walks and the Joy of Walking Lori’s visual presentation celebrates the joy of exploring Calgary on foot and becoming a tourist in your own city. […]
Join the Friends of Fish Creek and learn about all of the opportunities and programs we have.
Join the Friends of Fish Creek and learn about all of the opportunities and programs we have.
Join the Friends of Fish Creek and the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada (RASC) for our annual Star Night Event. Gaze at the sky through telescopes provided by RASC and […]
Gardening with Alberta Native Plants In this talk Mathis will discuss the design, installation, and long-term management of native plant gardens in Calgary. Southern Alberta ecosystems are full of interesting […]
Join the Friends of Fish Creek and the Calgary Nature Journal Club to learn about nature journaling and native plants! Gather in nature to slow down, observe, and connect through […]
