Join Lori Beattie, author of Calgary's Best Hikes and Walks and Calgary's Best Bike Rides and Trails and owner of Fit Frog Adventures, and learn about off-the-beaten-path hikes and bike rides in the heart of Calgary. This slide show presentation takes over hill and down dale through all Calgary's natural areas and eclectic neighbourhoods so that you can stay active in the outdoors year round! Family bike rides that lead to playgrounds and ice cream; Spring wildflower hikes and bike rides on Nose Hill; quiet, bird-watching getaways in the Weaselhead; full day cycle trips on Calgary's pathway system; winter wonderland treks through Elbow Park and Mount Royal; Dog favourite hikes and hikes that lead you to tasty treats at local coffee shops. You'll learn how to stay fit for the trails by using the outdoors as your gym and how to dress for year-round outdoor activity. 

Move beyond the city trails and learn about the hikes and snowshoe treks in the Southern Rockies and foothills. For anyone who wants step off the beaten path, slow their pace and rid their body of stress then an endurance activity like walking is ideal. Join Lori and see for yourself why Calgary is the perfect place for self-propelled outdoor exploration.