Fit Frog Adventures

Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park, NW
2022-07-26 09:00 - 11:30 (America/Edmonton) | Glenbow Ranch, NW, Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park, 255001 Glenbow Rd, Cochrane, AB T4C 0B7
Description:
Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park is one of Canada’s newest Provincial Parks, protecting over 1300 hectares of foothills fescue parkland along the Bow River Valley, between Calgary and Cochrane. The Park preserves and protects significant natural and cultural features, including examples of endangered ecosystems and rare species, First Nations and early ranching and industrial settlements, and breathtaking landscapes
Meet Place:
The official parking lot for Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park. Access to the Park is from Glenbow Road, off of Highway 1A. The Park is 34 km west of downtown Calgary and 5 km east of Cochrane. Park in the official parking lot at the end of Glenbow Road.
Bathrooms:
Yes, bathrooms at the trailhead
Post-Walk Coffee Stop (Optional):
None, but bring some snacks or lunch for a post-walk picnic stop with views of the Rockies

Dover, Forest Lawn, and International Avenue, SE
2022-08-07 09:00 - 11:30 | Dover walk parking, 2202 26 St SE, Calgary, AB T2B 0P3
Description:
We’ll walk neighbourhood side streets and unique front yard pathways as we navigate through Dover to International Avenue. We’ll then travel around the world in 35 blocks as we walk the length of the Avenue in Forest Lawn and check out the variety of shops and restaurants.
Meet Place:
The parking lot at the escarpment viewpoint at the intersection of 22 Avenue and 26 Street, SE
Bathroom:
None at the walk start
Post-Walk Coffee Stop (Optional):
Somewhere along International Avenue

Bowmont Park and Botanical Gardens of Silver Springs, NW
2022-09-06 09:00 - 11:30 | Bowmont EAST End, NW, 3RJM+5P Calgary, Alberta
Description:
We’ll hike 10-12 km along a mix of paved pathways into the rolling trails of Bowmont Natural Environment Park and into the spectacular Botanical Gardens of Silver Springs.
Meet Place:
Meet at Bowmont Park parking lot, Home Road and 52 St., NW
Bathrooms:
No, but bathrooms at the Botanical Gardens, halfway through the walk.
Post-Walk Coffee Stop (Optional):
Cadence Café or Lazy Loaf and Kettle

Fish Creek Park, Bow Valley Ranch- Douglasdale escarpment, SE
2022-09-11 09:00 - 11:30 | Bow Valley Ranch, Fish Creek Park, 15975 Bow Bottom Trail SE, Calgary, AB T2J 6T5
Description:
We’ll walk from Fish Creek park across the Bow River to big views from the Douglasdale escarpment. A drop back to the river valley leads to the Mallard Point and a flat walk along the Bow River through Fish Creek Park.
Meet Place:
Park in an official Bow Valley Ranch Fish Creek Park parking lot on Bow Bottom Trail, SE. Park in the first parking lot that you come to near the Visitor Centre.
Bathrooms:
There are bathrooms in the visitor centre at the start of the walk.
Post-Walk Coffee Stop (Optional):
Italian Centre Cafe

Riley Park, Sunnyside, McHugh Bluffs & Peace Bridge, NW
2022-09-18 09:00 - 11:30 | Riley Park official parking lot, NW, 30 8 Ave NW, Calgary, AB T2N
Description:
We’ll zigzag our way from parkland to ridge-top, past Sunnyside garage art to big views from Crescent Heights. Views of the Rockies, Calgary’s downtown core, and the Bow River are the treats on this outing. We’ll loop back along the Bow River Pathway and over the Peace Bridge.
Meet Place:
Meet at the official parking lot for Riley Park on 8 Avenue, just east of 12 Street, NW. It is at the VERY end of 8 Ave and has free 3-hour parking.
Bathrooms:
Yes (Late May- mid October)
Post-Walk Coffee Stop (Optional):
Vendome Café

Confederation Park & Capital Hill, NW
2022-09-20 09:00 - 11:30 | Confederation Park 10 St, 2807 10 St NW, Calgary, AB T2K, Canada
Description:
There are a few wonderful walks that we can do from Confederation Park. We’ll travel along the pathways in Confederation Park and into the surrounding neighbourhoods.
Meet Place:
Meet at the Confederation park official parking lot on 10 St NW, just north of 23 Ave on the west side of 10th (near Rosemont Community Centre)
Post-Walk Coffee Stop (Optional):
Lina’s Supermarket Cafe OR Rosso Café

Pearce Estate Park, RiverWalk & Ramsay, SE
2022-09-24 09:00 - 11:30, 2023-01-17 09:00 - 11:30 | Pearce Estate Park, 1440 17a St SE, Calgary, AB T2G 4T9
Description:
Explore Calgary’s eclectic neighbourhood! The hike starts along the Bow River Pathway and travel past the Harvie passage watercourse. We’ll connect to the RiverWalk and travel the eclectic Ramsay side-streets, to big Rockies views atop Scotsman’s Hill with a final stop at Good News Café or Heritage Coffee Roasters for those who have time for a post-walk coffee!
Meet Place:
Meet the official parking lot for Pearce Estate Park, 1440- 17 A St SE
Bathrooms:
Yes
Post-Walk Coffee Stop (Optional):
Good News Café or Heritage Coffee Roasters

South Calgary, Mount Royal, Mission & Elbow River Pathway, SW
2022-10-04 09:00 - 11:30 | Our Daily Brett, 1507 29 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2T 1M4
Description:
We’ll walk about 10-12 km from South Calgary, through Mount Royal, and along 4 Street in Mission before following the Elbow River Pathway as we loop back to our starting point.
Meet Place:
Meet at Our Daily Brett Café
Bathrooms:
Yes, at café
Post-Walk Coffee Stop (Optional):
Our Daily Brett

Roxboro, & Ramsay, SE/SW
2022-10-20 09:00 - 11:30 | Roxboro Park, 3041 Roxboro Glen Rd SW, Calgary, AB T2S 1T9, Canada
Description:
Hidden pathways, stairs, and hills, river trails, interesting architecture, amazing views from multiple escarpments including overlooking Stampede Park from Scotsman’s Hill and some tasty post-hike treats to warm us up!
Meet Place:
Meet in the park at the corner of 30 Avenue and Roxboro Glen Road, SW. Free, no restrictions, parking on 30 Avenue and side streets.
Bathroom:
None
Post-Walk Coffee Stop (Optional):
Phil and Sebastian’s on 4th Street

Bridgeland, Bow River & Nose Creek Pathway, NE
2022-10-22 09:00 - 11:30, 2023-03-19 09:00 - 11:30 | Bridgeland Market, NE, 3X37+82 Calgary, Alberta
Description:
Traveling quiet tree-lined side-streets past pop-bottle stucco homes, we’ll follow river trails, past the zoo and then north along Nose Creek before heading in Renfrew and navigating side streets to escarpment trails where we’ll enjoy the fantastic city centre views. You can expect a mix of narrow side trails, stairs, hills, and sidewalk trekking.
Meet Place:
Meet outside Bridgeland Market. Lots of free parking on side streets or take transit – bus or Bridgeland LRT.
Post-Walk Coffee Stop (Optional):
Baya Rica Café or Phil and Sebastien Café

Montgomery, University District, Parkdale, NW
2022-11-08 09:00 - 10:30 | Bowmont EAST End, NW, 3RJM+5P Calgary, Alberta
Description:
We’ll walk through Montgomery, the University District, past wetlands, into Parkdale, and return along the Bow River Pathway to Bowness Road.
Meet Place:
Meet at Bowmont Park parking lot, Home Road and 52 St., NW
Bathrooms:
Bathrooms at Bowmont Park meet place and in cafés in University District
Post-Walk Coffee Stop (Optional):
Fringe Café in Montgomery

Bowness & Calgary Farmer's Market, NW
2022-11-19 09:00 - 11:30 | Bowness Park, 8900 48 Ave NW, Calgary, AB T3B 2B2
Description:
We’ll walk 10-12 km along Bowness side streets to pathways that lead to the Calgary’s Farmer’s Market where we’ll head inside for a hot drink before navigating through the Greewwich mobile home park and back to our starting point.
Meet Place:
Meet at Bowness Park. Park near the entrance and we’ll meet outside the restaurant called “Seasons of Bowness Park”
Bathrooms:
Yes
Post-Walk Coffee Stop (Optional):
Calgary’s Farmer’s Market mid-walk

North Glenmore, Garrison, Blue Flame Kitchen & Altadore, SW
2022-12-07 09:00 - 11:30 | Sandy Beach park, 1125 50 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2T 3Y4
Description:
We’ll follow the Elbow River Pathway past the Glenmore Reservoir Dam, through North Glenmore sidestreets to a mid-walk stop a the Blue Flame Kitchen for a hot drink and snack before looping back through the neighbourhoods of Garrison and Altadore and a big view finish from River Park.
Meet Place:
Sandy Beach Park official parking
Bathroom:
port-a-potty
Post-Walk Coffee Stop (Optional):
Blue Flame Kitchen (at the mid walk point)

Roxboro, Beltine & East village murals, Lil E coffee in the Ampersand, SW
2023-02-09 09:00 - 11:30 | Roxboro Park, 3041 Roxboro Glen Rd SW, Calgary, AB T2S 1T9, Canada
Description:
We’ll follow the Elbow River Pathway to the Beltine where murals take centre stage. Continuing into the East Village, Chinatown and downtown we’ll take a mid-walk, warm up coffee pit stop at the popular Lil E coffee at the amazing and very cool Ampersand building.
Meet Place:
Meet in the park at the corner of 30 Avenue and Roxboro Glen Road, SW. Free, no restrictions, parking on 30 Avenue and side streets.
Bathroom:
None at the walk start but there are bathrooms along the walk
Post-Walk Coffee Stop (Optional):
We’ll stop en route at the Ampersand Building to grab a coffee and snack.

Bankview, Scarboro, Kilarney, SW
2023-03-21 09:00 - 11:30 | Our Daily Brett, 1507 29 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2T 1M4
Description:
We’ll connect four neighbourhoods on this urban walkabout. From South Calgary to hilly Bankview into Scarboro and up and over Crowchild Trail into Killarney.
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Meet Place:
Our Daily Brett Café
Post-Walk Coffee Stop (Optional):
Our Daily Brett Café

Urban Hike: Bowmont Park, Waterfall Valley & Dale Hodges Park
2023-04-11 09:00 - 11:30 | Bowmont EAST End, NW, 3RJM+5P Calgary, Alberta
Description:
We’ll hike 10+ km along a mix of paved pathways into the rolling single-track trails and boardwalks of Bowmont Natural Environment Park and Dale Hodegs Park. Waterfall Valley is a highlight on this hilly trek that offers amazing views of the Bow View and the Rockies.
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Meet Place:
Meet at Bowmont Park parking lot on 52 St just off of Home Road
Bathrooms:
No
Post-Walk Coffee Stop (Optional):
Cadence Coffee

Urban hike: Roxboro, Beltine & East village murals, Lil E coffee in the Ampersand, SW
2023-04-18 09:00 - 11:30 | Roxboro Park, 3041 Roxboro Glen Rd SW, Calgary, AB T2S 1T9, Canada

Urban Hike: Fish Creek Park, Bow Valley Ranch- Douglasdale escarpment, SE
2023-04-30 09:00 - 11:30 | Bow Valley Ranch, Fish Creek Park, 15975 Bow Bottom Trail SE, Calgary, AB T2J 6T5
Description:
We’ll walk from Fish Creek park across the Bow River to big views from the Douglasdale escarpment. A drop back to the river valley leads to the Mallard Point and a flat walk along the Bow River through Fish Creek Park.
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Meet Place:
Park in an official Bow Valley Ranch Fish Creek Park parking lot on Bow Bottom Trail, SE. Park in the first parking lot that you come to near the Visitor Centre.
Bathrooms:
There are bathrooms in the visitor centre at the start of the walk.
Post-Walk Coffee Stop (Optional):
Italian Centre Cafe

Urban Hike: Edworthy Park, Douglas Fir Trail, Wildwood & Quarry Road Trail, SW
2023-05-21 09:00 - 11:30 | Edworthy Park north side, 4105 Montgomery View NW, Calgary, AB T3B 3E8
Description:
We’ll walk along the Bow River Pathway to the Douglas Fir Trail where we will climb through a Douglas Fir Forest to views of the Bow River. We’ll connect to Wildwood at that point and navigate the neighbourhood to a hidden single track wilderness trail that leads to the Quarry Road Trail.
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Meet Place:
Meet at the official parking for Edworthy Park, at the intersection of Shaganappi Trail and Memorial Drive. We meet by the bathrooms. Or you can park on the south side of Edworthy and walk across to meet us (or let me know that you are on that side and we will walk over to meet you)
Bathroom:
Bathroom at the trailhead (year-round heated on north side, port-a-potty on south side)

Urban Hike: Riley Park, Sunnyside, McHugh Bluffs & Peace Bridge, NW
2023-05-23 09:00 - 11:30 | Riley Park official parking lot, NW, 30 8 Ave NW, Calgary, AB T2N

Urban Hike: Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park, NW
2023-06-06 09:00 - 11:30 | Glenbow Ranch, NW, Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park, 255001 Glenbow Rd, Cochrane, AB T4C 0B7
Description:
Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park is one of Canada’s newest Provincial Parks, protecting over 1300 hectares of foothills fescue parkland along the Bow River Valley, between Calgary and Cochrane. The Park preserves and protects significant natural and cultural features, including examples of endangered ecosystems and rare species, First Nations and early ranching and industrial settlements, and breathtaking landscapes
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Meet Place:
The official parking lot for Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park. Access to the Park is from Glenbow Road, off of Highway 1A. The Park is 34 km west of downtown Calgary and 5 km east of Cochrane. Park in the official parking lot at the end of Glenbow Road.
Bathrooms:
Yes, bathrooms at the trailhead
Post-Walk Coffee Stop (Optional):
None, but bring some snacks or lunch for a post-walk picnic stop with views of the Rockies

Urban Hike: Sunalta Farmer's Market, Scarboro & the Bow River, SW
2023-06-10 09:00 - 11:30 | Sunalta Community Wildflower Garden, 1310 16 St SW, Calgary, AB T3C 0W8
Description:
We’ll navigate blossoming streets and hidden pathway connectors from the new Sunalta Farmer’s Market through Scarboro and along the Bow River Pathway.
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Meet Place:
Sunalta Community Gardens, corner of 14 Ave and 16 St SW (take the Sunalta LRT or parking on side streets)
Bathroom:
No
Post-Walk Coffee Stop (Optional):
Sunalta Farmer’s and Maker’s Market at Sunalta Community Hall on 10 Ave and 16 St SW (at the Sunalta LRT station)

Urban Hike: Pearce Estate Park, RiverWalk & Ramsay, SE
2023-06-18 09:00 - 11:30 | Pearce Estate Park, 1440 17a St SE, Calgary, AB T2G 4T9
Description:
Explore Calgary’s eclectic neighbourhood! The hike starts along the Bow River Pathway and travel past the Harvie passage watercourse. We’ll connect to the RiverWalk and travel the eclectic Ramsay side-streets, to big Rockies views atop Scotsman’s Hill with a final stop at Good News Café or Heritage Coffee Roasters for those who have time for a post-walk coffee!
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Meet Place:
Meet the official parking lot for Pearce Estate Park, 1440- 17 A St SE
Bathrooms:
Yes
Post-Walk Coffee Stop (Optional):
Good News Café or Heritage Coffee Roasters

Urban Hike: Fish Creek Park, Mountain Park and Rotary Wetlands , SE
2023-07-15 09:00 - 11:30 | Bow Valley Ranch, Fish Creek Park, 15975 Bow Bottom Trail SE, Calgary, AB T2J 6T5
Description:
We’ll walk from Fish Creek park across the Bow River to big views from Mountain Park. A drop back to the river valley leads to the Rotary Wetlands and a climb to the Cranston escarpment for more views. This hike is part of the Spring session of hikes with Club Fit Frog.
Meet Place:
Park in an official Bow Valley Ranch Fish Creek Park parking lot on Bow Bottom Trail, SE. Park in the first parking lot that you come to near the Visitor Centre.
Bathrooms:
There are bathrooms in the visitor centre at the start of the walk.
Post-Walk Coffee Stop (Optional):
Annie’s Café

Urban Hike: Roxboro, Ramsay, East Village, Beltline, SE/SW
2023-07-25 09:00 - 11:30 | Roxboro Park, 3041 Roxboro Glen Rd SW, Calgary, AB T2S 1T9, Canada
Description:
Hidden pathways, stairs and hills, river trails, interesting architecture, and some tasty post-hike treats to warm us up!
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Meet Place:
Meet in the park at the corner of 30 Avenue and Roxboro Glen Road, SW. Free, no restrictions, parking on 30 Avenue and side streets.
Bathroom:
None
Post-Walk Coffee Stop (Optional):
Phil and Sebastian’s on 4th Street

Urban Hike: Bowmont Park and Botanical Gardens of Silver Springs, NW
2023-08-01 09:00 - 11:30 | Bowmont EAST End, NW, 3RJM+5P Calgary, Alberta
Description:
We’ll hike 10-12 km along a mix of paved pathways into the rolling trails of Bowmont Natural Environment Park and into the spectacular Botanical Gardens of Silver Springs.
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Meet Place:
Meet at Bowmont Park parking lot, Home Road and 52 St., NW
Bathrooms:
No, but bathrooms at the Botanical Gardens, halfway through the walk.
Post-Walk Coffee Stop (Optional):
The Fringe cafe

Urban Hike: Sandy Cross Conservation Area Fall colours
2023-09-19 09:00 - 12:00 | Red Deer Lake Church, VRRV+H3 Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Description:
We’ll head southwest of Calgary to the Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area (ASCCA); a 4,800-acre day-use habitat conservation area and nocturnal preserve. We’ll hike for a few hours along the maze of trails and soak up the spectacular Rockies views and the spectacular fall colours. There is a $10 fee per car to park at Sandy Cross so we will meet at RED DEER LAKE CHURCH at 8:45 am to carpool.
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Meet Place:
Meet at RED DEER LAKE CHURCH at 8:45 am. From Calgary, drive west on Hwy 22X to 53rd Street traffic light, turn left (south) then left (east) on Spruce Meadows Green SW (parallels eastbound 22X) for 500 metres to Church entrance.
Directions:
Sandy Cross: Hwy 22x south of Calgary at 160 Street. Drive to the end of 160 St and park in the official parking lot.
Distance/Length:
10 km + 200 meters elevation gain: 3+ hours hiking time
*Please see the drop menu below for an explanation of ratings
Carpool Option:
When possible, carpooling will be arranged from the meeting place.

Urban Hike: Bridgeland, Crescent Heights, Sunnyside and Bow River Pathway, NE/NW
2023-09-23 09:00 - 11:30 | Bridgeland Market, NE, 3X37+82 Calgary, Alberta
Description:
Traveling quiet tree-lined side streets past pop-bottle stucco homes, veggie gardens, and beneath canopies of trees, we’ll climb to escarpment trails and enjoy the fantastic city centre views from Tom Campbell’s Hill & the Bridgeland escarpment trail before taking hidden stairways to Crescent Heights and the stunning McHugh Bluffs. We’ll navigate Sunnyside past garage art and folk art before crossing the Peace Bridge and walking the Bow River Pathway to wetlands and an optional café stop. You can expect a mix of narrow side trails, stairs, hills, and sidewalk trekking.
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Meet Place:
Meet outside Bridgeland Market. Lots of free parking on side streets or take transit – bus or Bridgeland LRT.
Bathrooms:
None at the walk start.
Post-Walk Coffee Stop (Optional):
Phil & Sebastian or Mari Bakeshop
