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Calgary Herald
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Calgary Herald
Calgary Stampede, July 11: New Canadian citizens sworn in 60th anniversary of First Nations Princess
Article content Article content While the Calgary Stampede is not likely to lose its boastful moniker 'The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth,' organizers of the 10-day spectacle have been taking great effort in recent years to add to its branding to emphasize there is more than a rodeo happening at Stampede Park. Article content It is also being sold as 'The Greatest Music Festival in the West,' a testament to the eclectic music programming that takes over four venues on the Stampede grounds. Article content Article content Where else can you watch fireworks 10 days in a row? Calgary has the special privilege of a spectacular nighttime show starting at around 11 p.m. from July 4 to 13 while the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth takes over the city. Article content Article content Want to know where you can best see the fireworks? Here are the four best spots to take in the Stampede fireworks from around the city. Article content Stampede Park Article content While not free, this option gets you the best possible view. The fireworks shoot off right after the Grandstand show ends and you can get the best close-up view while on the Midway or right outside the rodeo grounds. Article content Scotsman's Hill Article content This spot has the best free vantage point. It is right across the river from the Stampede grounds in the community of Ramsey. Article content Scotsman's Hill a very popular spot for fireworks viewing so show up early to find a spot to park and sit. Getting dropped off by a generous family member or a ride-share or taxi is a great option. Article content A little farther north from Scotsman's Hill is Tom Campbell's Hill Natural Park. Near the Calgary Zoo, this spot still is close enough to give a great view of the fireworks. Article content There is a parking lot on the north side of the park and is an 11-minute walk from the Calgary Zoo CTrain parking lot.
Calgary Herald
3 days ago
- Sport
- Calgary Herald
Calgary Stampede, July 10: Crowded concert raises safety questions Unexpected finds at BMO Centre Market
Article content Article content Chuckwagon historian and commentator Billy Melville said although the sport has been around for more than a century, the objective has always remained the same. Article content 'Even though it's gone through a number of changes, there are three underlying principles that have guided the chuckwagon races since Day 1,' said Melville, who loves talking about the sport his grandfather, Orville Strandquist, excelled in at as both a driver and an outrider for seven decades up until the 1990s. Article content 'A chuckwagon race does three things. Number one is that it tests the skill of the driver; number two is that it tests the skill of the outriders; and number three, it demonstrates the speed of the team. It's really no more complicated than that.' Article content Article content Article content While the Calgary Stampede is not likely to lose its boastful moniker 'The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth,' organizers of the 10-day spectacle have been taking great effort in recent years to add to its branding to emphasize there is more than a rodeo happening at Stampede Park. Article content It is also being sold as 'The Greatest Music Festival in the West,' a testament to the eclectic music programming that takes over four venues on the Stampede grounds. Article content Article content Where else can you watch fireworks 10 days in a row? Calgary has the special privilege of a spectacular nighttime show starting at around 11 p.m. from July 4 to 13 while the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth takes over the city. Article content Article content Want to know where you can best see the fireworks? Here are the four best spots to take in the Stampede fireworks from around the city. Article content Stampede Park Article content While not free, this option gets you the best possible view. The fireworks shoot off right after the Grandstand show ends and you can get the best close-up view while on the Midway or right outside the rodeo grounds. Article content Scotsman's Hill Article content This spot has the best free vantage point. It is right across the river from the Stampede grounds in the community of Ramsey. Article content Scotsman's Hill a very popular spot for fireworks viewing so show up early to find a spot to park and sit. Getting dropped off by a generous family member or a ride-share or taxi is a great option. Article content A little farther north from Scotsman's Hill is Tom Campbell's Hill Natural Park. Near the Calgary Zoo, this spot still is close enough to give a great view of the fireworks. Article content There is a parking lot on the north side of the park and is an 11-minute walk from the Calgary Zoo CTrain parking lot. Article content Max Bell Centre
CTV News
3 days ago
- General
- CTV News
Calgary Zoo otter pup dies suddenly while playing with littermate
The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo has announced the death of an otter pup. Three-month-old North American river otter Remi died on Tuesday while in the pool. The zoo says Remi was playing in the water with littermate Howe, but failed to resurface. A necropsy determined the otter pup suffered a life-ending cervical spinal cord injury during play. 'We believe her passing was swift and she did not suffer,' the zoo said in a Wednesday social media post. 'While the test results confirm it was a tragic accident, they offer little comfort in a time of such deep sorrow.' Though Remi's time at the zoo was brief, officials say she left a lasting impression, and will be fondly remembered for her 'playful, curious nature' and her 'tender moments' with Howe and her mom Kate. 'We are leaning on one another as we mourn this heartbreaking loss and honour the short but meaningful life of a truly special little otter.'
Calgary Herald
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Calgary Herald
Calgary Stampede, July 9: Stampede-goers beat the heat Hundreds expected for weekend powwow
Article content 'Even though it's gone through a number of changes, there are three underlying principles that have guided the chuckwagon races since Day 1,' said Melville, who loves talking about the sport his grandfather, Orville Strandquist, excelled in at as both a driver and an outrider for seven decades up until the 1990s. Article content 'A chuckwagon race does three things. Number one is that it tests the skill of the driver; number two is that it tests the skill of the outriders; and number three, it demonstrates the speed of the team. It's really no more complicated than that.' Article content Article content While the Calgary Stampede is not likely to lose its boastful moniker 'The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth,' organizers of the 10-day spectacle have been taking great effort in recent years to add to its branding to emphasize there is more than a rodeo happening at Stampede Park. Article content Article content It is also being sold as 'The Greatest Music Festival in the West,' a testament to the eclectic music programming that takes over four venues on the Stampede grounds. Article content Where else can you watch fireworks 10 days in a row? Calgary has the special privilege of a spectacular nighttime show starting at around 11 p.m. from July 4 to 13 while the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth takes over the city. Article content Want to know where you can best see the fireworks? Here are the four best spots to take in the Stampede fireworks from around the city. Article content Stampede Park Article content While not free, this option gets you the best possible view. The fireworks shoot off right after the Grandstand show ends and you can get the best close-up view while on the Midway or right outside the rodeo grounds. Article content Article content Scotsman's Hill Article content This spot has the best free vantage point. It is right across the river from the Stampede grounds in the community of Ramsey. Article content Scotsman's Hill a very popular spot for fireworks viewing so show up early to find a spot to park and sit. Getting dropped off by a generous family member or a ride-share or taxi is a great option. Article content A little farther north from Scotsman's Hill is Tom Campbell's Hill Natural Park. Near the Calgary Zoo, this spot still is close enough to give a great view of the fireworks. Article content There is a parking lot on the north side of the park and is an 11-minute walk from the Calgary Zoo CTrain parking lot.
CTV News
02-07-2025
- General
- CTV News
Calgary Zoo announces new addition to gorilla troop
The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo has welcomed a new gorilla into the fold. Officials say western lowland gorilla Johari arrived at the zoo last week. The 24-year-old female came from the Toronto Zoo. The Association of Zoos and Aquariums' Species Survival Plan recommended Johari as a potential breeding partner for Calgary silverback Jasiri. 'We're absolutely thrilled to welcome Johari to our troop,' said Colleen Baird, the zoo's director of animal care, health and welfare, in a Wednesday news release. 'She brings a charismatic personality and playful spirit that will be a wonderful addition—especially alongside Dossi, as they both share an endearing habit of accessorizing with enrichment items.' Johari will spend a couple of weeks in quarantine in the African Rainforest building before being gradually introduced to the troop. Gorilla Johari The Calgary Zoo's newest member is gorilla Johari. (Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo) Her arrival follows the death of two-year-old Eyare, who died last November after being hit by a hydraulic door. Officials said the death was the direct result of human error. In the time since, the zoo says it has completed a full review of its practices and implemented 'significant changes' to enhance safety and animal wellbeing practices. 'We will never forget Eyare,' said Baird. 'We owe it to her and to all the animals in our care to uphold the very highest standards of welfare.' Johari's arrival brings the total number of gorillas in the troop to seven.
