Wednesday, 30 April 2014

Spray parks in your community

Edmonton Parks/Spray Parks

Are you looking for some fun and budget friendly activities to do with your family during those hot days? 

Check out the Spray Parks in a variety of communities in Edmonton and other surrounding communities. 
(They aren't open yet, but they will be soon!)

What to bring with you to spray parks. 

  • Lawn chairs or a blanket to sit on
  • Sunscreen
  • Water & snacks
  • Change for treats (if your children are captivated by the ice cream trucks like mine are)
  • Towels
  • Bathing suit/change of clothes
  • Sandals/water shoes
Things to consider
  • Dress your children in bright colors 
  • Leave valuables at home 
Want to know where the closest spray park is to you? 
Check out the following links. 






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Tuesday, 4 March 2014

My top 10 tobaggan hill picks in and around Edmonton!


Information taken from The Weather Network website


With a fresh blanket of snow and a weather forecast that predicts warmer temperatures in and around the city, this is the perfect time to get in some family time and take advantage of optimum tobogganing weather!  

I have a few favorites that my family and I like to go to and I want to share them with you!

Castledowns Hill (Not sure of the "official" name)
10111 155 Ave NW

Castledowns Park
11520 - 153 Ave

ACT- Rundle Park (maintained by the City of Edmonton) 
2903-113 Ave.

Behind Canon Ridge Town Homes
1404 Hermitage Road

Emily Murphy Park
Emily Murphy Park Rd. and Groat Rd.

Next to Exaltation of the Holy Cross Church
9003 – 153 Avenue

Gallagher Park  (By the Muttart and where the Edmonton Folk Fest takes place)  
9411-97 Ave
 
Millwoods Park
2730 66 St
 
Seven Hills (St. Albert)
2 St Vital Ave

Broadmoor Golf Course (Sherwood Park )
2100 Oak Street

**Some toboggan hills are maintained through the City of Edmonton and Strathcona County**To find out which ones check out these websites!
City of Edmonton Tobbaging info  & Strathcona County Tobbaging info 

What to remember when going tobogganing:
Dress warm (Layering works well)
Tuck in scarfs so they don't get caught
Wear helmets - especially children
Practice good tobogganing etiquette
 1.Toboggan down the middle walk up in the sides
 2.Take turns if there are a lot of people

 Do you have a favorite toboggan hill? Please share! :)

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