It may come as a surprise to those who aren’t avid cycling enthusiasts, but with nearly 800 kilometres of pathways, Calgary has the most extensive urban pathway and bikeway network in North America. That’s a lot of ground to cover! Summer is a great time to get outdoors with the family, get active and explore some of the best paths our beautiful city has to offer - but where do you start?
It’s hard to beat splashing in mud puddles, but there are plenty of simple, unplugged pleasures to enjoy with children when the weather is dreary.
Just as moms and daughters can bond by spending special time together, dads and daughters need quality time too. I have learned that making memories with her dad is just as important for my daughter as making memories with me or with the entire family.
Being the mother of three boys, I am well-acquainted with mess. That’s not to say I like it. So often I say “no” when my boys want to do something out-of-the-box messy, but my mom heart feels guilty because I know how much fun it would be. Moms like me avoid shaving cream fights or stomping through mud puddles because - let’s face it - kids are messy enough without giving mom something else to clean up.
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