Grotto Canyon Ice Walk Near Canmore
Grotto Canyon ice walk near Canmore is a mesmerizing winter wonderland leading to stunning ice falls. In winter, we are usually cross country skiing or ice skating. But when I was pregnant and getting extremely tired from anything during the 1st trimester, I had to...
Mountain Biking & Fat Biking in Canmore
Get ready to have some fun as you explore mountain biking and fat biking in Canmore and Kananaskis Country. Mountain biking is one of my and Michal’s favourite sports. We love it so much that we brought our bikes with us when we moved from Slovakia to Canada. Rolling...
44 Awesome Things to Do in Calgary in Winter in 2025/2026
What to do in Calgary in winter? Bundle up and get ready to have fun with our list of the best things to do in Calgary in winter, including winter sports, events, and sprinkles of indoor fun for the coldest days. With dropping temperatures usually starting in November...
Discover 26 Amazing Wall Murals in Calgary With Our Map
Let us show you the most beautiful wall murals in Calgary with a downloadable map to find them. 2020 was a very strange year. There was a period when we weren’t allowed a trip to the mountains where we usually spend our free time. We started looking for more trips in...
10 Best Trails for Cross Country Skiing in Calgary & Beyond
Growing up, I always thought cross country skiing is for the elderly who have trouble moving and can’t do any other winter sports. Maybe because the first time I saw cross country skiing was from my grandfather. But it couldn’t be further from the truth. Michal and I...
10 Tips for Cross Country Skiing the Nordic Loop in East Village
December 2020 was a month full of new outdoor venues opening up. Ice bikes in Bowness Park, and new ice trails in Bowness & North Glenmore Parks. And of course, the center of this post, a new cross country ski trail in Calgary. I’ve written extensively about cross...
Outdoor Skating Rinks in Calgary: A Breakdown of All Options
I’m sharing all outdoor rinks in Calgary with photos and detailed descriptions so you can go have fun outside in winter. When we moved to Calgary in 2012, I remember asking a Canadian girl what Calgarians do during long and cold winters. She told me: “We stay...
Skating at Bowness Park: Everything You Need to Know
Experience the winter bucket list in Calgary and go ice skating at Bowness Park Lagoon. It’s the most scenic outdoor rink and you’ll have a blast! We’ve been living in Calgary for several years but haven’t visited Bowness Park until we started a family....
Zoolights in Calgary: 30 Best Displays and Tips for 2025/2026
Zoolights in Calgary is a special yearly event when the Zoo transforms into a magical sparkly place for six weeks. The year 2025 marks 29 years of this Calgary holiday tradition. More than 2 million lights decorate the alleys of the Zoo. You can drink hot chocolate or...About us
Hey guys, it’s nice to see you here! We’re Maya and Michal – nature lovers, adventure seekers and active travellers. Our mission is to inspire you to live more adventurously, try new things, discover off the beaten path places and provide you with the best tips for your next trip. Read more about us…
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