Emerson (like so many other pheasants) had heard the rumour going around the glen that male humans used giant moving metal boxes to attract mates. So far, he wasn't having much luck. 📷: Lynn Griffiths

We’re working to improve Edworthy Park's natural area and want feedback from Calgarians. We want to create a 10-year habitat management plan and determine how to protect and improve the park. Visit engage.calgary.ca/EdworthyHMP to provide your feedback by July 26.

🌞 Happy Summer Solstice!! Today marks the longest day of the year, perfect for enjoying Calgary's beautiful parks, green spaces, pathway system-- or even just your own backyard. #SummerSolstice #calgaryparks #yycparks 📷: Neil Zeller

Happy International Day of Yoga from Calgary Parks! 📷: Judy Kaiser

Hattie knew she should stop binging "Squirrelton" but all those hot rodent-faced rodents were too much to resist. "Dearest gentle rodent," Hattie sighed, "tidying the seed and nut stashes pale in comparison to the ever-intoxicating timeless pursuit of toothy love matches."

🍁Happy Canada from Calgary Parks!🍁

Calgary Parks' splash parks and wading pools are now allowed to open! We're busy turning on the taps, so visit Calgary.ca/sprayparks for real-time open/closed status. We'll let you know asap when you can grab your swimsuit, sunblock and hit the spray!

"Listen, listen -- all the humans are wearing cowboy outfits... or as I call it, they're Ranch Dressing! Ahhahahahahaaaa" "Ryan, I have had it up to my spurs with your dad jokes" "What do you call a western pigeon?" "Don't you dare--" "A COO-boy!" 📷: Anne Ahearne

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Could one image capture the lazy, long and languorous days of YYC summer any better? And what a great idea! Why not hike to a high point (this shot is from Nose Hill Park) and try your hand at flying a kite? 📷 = D.Y.

Elliston Park will be closed this weekend for a disc-golf tournament. 📍: Elliston Park (1827 68th ST SE) ⏰ : Sat, July 20, 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM Sun, July 21, 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM ❓What❓: Park access will be limited to participants for safety reasons.

❗❗Reminder❗❗ Elliston Park will be closed to the public this weekend for a disc-golf tournament. 📍 Where 📍: Elliston Park (1827 68th ST SE) ⏰ When ⏰ : Saturday, July 20, 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM and Sunday, July 21, 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM

We want to hear from you! We’re working to improve Edworthy Park natural area park. We want to create a 10-year habitat management plan and determine how to protect and improve the park. Visit engage.calgary.ca/EdworthyHMP to share your thoughts by July 26.

Drone Zones in Calgary's Parks: ❌ No-Drone Zones❌ ◾️ Near airports/helicopter pads ◾️ Natural areas ◾️Events or festivals◾️ Playgrounds, spray parks, cemeteries⚠️ AVOID Wildlife and other park users Fines = $250 - $3,000 😮 More info: calgary.ca/dronesinparks

🏅With Olympic viewing parties and Folk Fest, it looks like downtown YYC is gonna be bumpin’!🎶 So this weekend – and every other day—remember: only hosers leave litter. 😘 (And please, please, please soak those cigarette butts and toss them in the trash!) 🚬

As part of our Parks and Playground Amenities program, we’re committed to enhancing our community parks to better serve everyone in Calgary! Share your ideas on how we can make our parks and playgrounds even better by September 13! Visit engage.calgary.ca/parkspaces for more info.

The So Long Summer series starts tonight! Live music, food vendors, picnic sites & more! All family and dog-friendly! 📍Lot 6: 311 8 Street S.W. (Temporarily renamed River Hall) 📅 Tonight! And then Thursdays - Saturdays, 11 AM - 10 PM until September 28.)

Hold on, hold on. I'm definitely picking up on a presence... did you have a relative named Carol-Anne? Who liked dandelions and burrowing? She's with us RIGHT NOW.

As part of our Parks and Playground Amenities program, we’re committed to enhancing our community parks to better serve everyone in Calgary! Share your ideas on how we can make our parks and playgrounds even better by September 13! Visit engage.calgary.ca/parkspaces for more info.

We don’t want to bleat our own drum, but something awesome is coming baaaaaaack tomorrow…