Self-Guided Urban Excursions in Calgary
Many of the possible geoscientific excursions for this proposed 38th IGC will pass through scenic regions of North America. In addition, family- or individual-based recreation and touring activities such as camping, hiking and river rafting can be readily incorporated before and after the Congress.
Bow River Riverwalk
process geology
mixed braided river systems
recreational opportunities
cafes and zoo access
Image credit: A Dubois Gafar
Ralph Klein Park and/or Fish Creek Provincial Park
urban wetlands
enhanced and constructed wetlands for stormwater storage and treatment
Canada is home to 25% of the world’s wetlands
Image credit: Gavin John
Bow River Corridor
flood management and mitigation systems
case study of 2013 flood
recreational opportunities
Image credit: A Dubois Gafar
Nose Hill Park
boundary between the Laurentide and Cordilleran ice sheets
urban park green space
walking and biking trails
Image credit: Colin Way
Downtown Calgary
view how Canadian rocks (from Labrador to Banff) have been used in building construction and facings
Image credit: Colin Way
Bow Habitat and Sam Livingston Fish Hatchery
discover Alberta’s fish, wildlife, water & aquatic ecosystems
Image credit: Bow Habitat Station
Calgary’s Bike Trails
explore the prairie landscapes
over 1000kms of trails
Image credit: Colin Way
Inglewood Bird Sanctuary and Nature Centre
ecological safe haven in the middle of Calgary
Image credit: City of Calgary
Weaselhead Flats
delta system
discover Alberta’s fish, wildlife, water & aquatic ecosystems
15km bike path loop circling the Glenmore Reservoir
Image credit: K Boggs