calgary zoo Archives - Youth Are Awesome https://youthareawesome.com/tag/calgary-zoo/ Tue, 08 Jul 2025 23:35:01 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.1 New Butterfly Species in Waterton National Park https://youthareawesome.com/new-butterfly-species-in-waterton-national-park/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=new-butterfly-species-in-waterton-national-park https://youthareawesome.com/new-butterfly-species-in-waterton-national-park/#respond Tue, 08 Jul 2025 23:35:01 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=117305 In April 2025, a new, geographically isolated species of butterfly, known as the Curiously Isolated Hairstreak butterfly, was identified in Waterton Lakes National Park. This butterfly species was found in a grassland area called the Blakiston Fan. Physical Characteristics:  This small butterfly has brown wings with black spots surrounded by white rings on the inside. […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/new-butterfly-species-in-waterton-national-park/feed/ 0 The Calgary Zoo https://youthareawesome.com/the-calgary-zoo/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-calgary-zoo Sun, 12 Jan 2025 05:15:44 +0000 https://youthareawesome.com/?p=114684 Showing Appreciation for the Zoo A few years ago, when I visited the Calgary Zoo for the first time, I was amazed by the giant exhibitions and the unique animals that live within them. I still remember vividly about seeing the penguins; some of them small and others quite large. Also, I remember a funny […]

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]]> An Ideal 1-Day Calgary Zoo Itinerary https://youthareawesome.com/an-ideal-1-day-calgary-zoo-itinerary/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=an-ideal-1-day-calgary-zoo-itinerary Sat, 17 Jul 2021 16:38:49 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=103592 There is almost no prospect of travelling anytime soon for me. To revitalize my interest in Calgary, I’ve tried experiencing the city through a tourist’s lens. Attractions in Calgary tend to have a business model that favours locals, who can forgo the exorbitant daily admission prices by purchasing an annual pass. One adult ticket for […]

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]]> Dinosaurs are making a comeback https://youthareawesome.com/dinosaurs-making-comeback/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=dinosaurs-making-comeback Tue, 09 Jun 2015 16:28:01 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=72450 From the highly anticipated Jurassic World to a live stream of a T-rex autopsy, dinosaurs are rising from extinction–as much as possible, at least.This past weekend, people were interacting on social media about #TREXautopsie, a National Geographic feature including a comprehensive replica of a T-rex. People all over the world could stream this intricately designed […]

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]]> Youth Friendly New Year’s Eve 2015 https://youthareawesome.com/do-years-eve-2015/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=do-years-eve-2015 Tue, 30 Dec 2014 17:12:27 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=66406 Out of all the other holidays that take place in a year, New Year’s Eve seems to be the one most exclusive to adults. The often romanticized image of the glamorous night probably includes sipping champagne in a renowned city; probably at a bar situated at the top of a landmark tower. As Hollywood as […]

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]]> Calgary Zoolights 2014 https://youthareawesome.com/calgary-zoolight%ef%bc%9afriday-november-21/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=calgary-zoolight%25ef%25bc%259afriday-november-21 Thu, 20 Nov 2014 16:47:43 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=65305 Zoolights is finally here. Starting from Friday, Nov. 21 and going until Jan. 3, 2015, Calgary will enjoy the beauty of Zoolights. There over 15 millions lights at the Calgary Zoo and over 15 millions reasons to visit. This year, they have a brand new ice skating rink, and skate rentals are free. Have your […]

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]]> What YAA loves about fall: The Mid-Autumn Festival https://youthareawesome.com/yaa-loves-fall-mid-autumn-festival/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=yaa-loves-fall-mid-autumn-festival Tue, 09 Sep 2014 15:00:44 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=62098     We Calgarians don’t experience much of what the autumn season has to offer (mostly because autumn lasted for three days), but that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t make the best of it. As a Chinese Immigrant, The one event that I look forward to when the leaves begin to fall is the Mid-Autumn Festival. […]

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]]> Behind the scenes with giraffes at the Calgary Zoo https://youthareawesome.com/scenes-giraffes/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=scenes-giraffes Thu, 04 Sep 2014 14:01:12 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=61882 Recently, I was fortunate enough to attend a Behind the Scenes with Giraffes at the Calgary Zoo. During the Behind the Scenes, the zookeeper led the group attending into the staff only areas and we got to get up close and personal with giraffes as we got to feed them. We held up their food […]

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]]> Visit the butterflies at the Calgary Zoo https://youthareawesome.com/calgary-zoo-butterfly/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=calgary-zoo-butterfly Thu, 07 Aug 2014 21:17:13 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=60684 There is a lot to see this summer at the Calgary Zoo. The Calgary Zoo features many animals around the globe both locally and foreign. Even if you have visited the zoo before, it’s definitely worth it to go back again. In this blog, I will show you one of the special features the zoo […]

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]]> Time to visit the Calgary Zoo https://youthareawesome.com/calgary-zoo-time-to-visit/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=calgary-zoo-time-to-visit Thu, 12 Jun 2014 15:59:47 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=58740     Last week, I went on a school trip to Calgary Zoo. This is not the first time I visited, but it is the first time I had a complete tour. It was amazing to see all of the animals.    The penguins don’t seem to be affect by the warm weather. Don’t forget […]

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]]> Three ways youth can prepare for the Calgary Zoo https://youthareawesome.com/three-ways-youth-can-prepare-for-the-calgary-zoo/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=three-ways-youth-can-prepare-for-the-calgary-zoo Tue, 22 Apr 2014 15:43:49 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=57128   From the Penguin Plunge to the Transalta Rainforest, the Calgary Zoo is full of places to see, learn and discover. For youth, one of the most amazing experiences visiting the zoo is to take be in such close contact with exotic animals. Here are a few tips to make your experience at the Calgary […]

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]]> Video of the Day: Chris Koch https://youthareawesome.com/video-of-the-day-chris-koch/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=video-of-the-day-chris-koch Mon, 26 Aug 2013 16:44:10 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=48826 He might not be as popular as Nick Vujicic, but Chris Koch isn’t someone to sneeze at. The Nanton man recently climbed all 802 Calgary Tower steps under half an hour, in order to raise money for the Calgary Zoo to rebuild after the devastating floods. The 34 year old was born without arms and legs, but that […]

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]]> Summer 2013: Youth Camps in Calgary https://youthareawesome.com/summer-2013-youth-camps-in-calgary/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=summer-2013-youth-camps-in-calgary Thu, 11 Jul 2013 15:45:15 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=45017 Since summer is already here, I would like to show off the cool day as well as week-long camps that are available to youth this summer. There are many organizations in Calgary that offer camps that are definitely worth going. Not only do they allow you to stay active throughout the summer break, but some […]

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]]> Picture of the Day: Just Minding My Own Stripes https://youthareawesome.com/picture-day-minding-stripes/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=picture-day-minding-stripes Fri, 24 May 2013 17:30:34 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=42803 Here is a picture I snapped of a solitary zebra at the zoo while I was attending the YODA (Youth of Distinction Awards) ceremony earlier that day!

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]]> Top six photography tips from Kyle Marquardt https://youthareawesome.com/african-worlds-kyle-marrquardt/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=african-worlds-kyle-marrquardt Wed, 04 Jul 2012 14:35:21 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=32959 If the animals are looking at you funny, then you are probably taking the right photo!

Kyle Marquardt is a gifted and enchanting photographer, travelling to the heartlands of Tanzania to offer a unique perspective of the world.

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]]> What to do with your Spring Break https://youthareawesome.com/rest-spring-break/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rest-spring-break Thu, 29 Mar 2012 15:13:49 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=30264 I know that Spring Break’s already half over, but it’s not too late to have some fun during these last few care-free days! If you’ve been sitting around Calgary mournfully reading your friends’ Facebook updates about their awesome tropical vacations, don’t let them have all the fun! Good times are still to be had this […]

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]]> Youth Week Prizes: From the Calgary Zoo! https://youthareawesome.com/youth-week-prizes-calgary-zoo/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=youth-week-prizes-calgary-zoo Fri, 13 Jan 2012 16:12:07 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=27162 Youth Week Calgary 2012 is growing near, and with it comes more prizes for all of our events! Youth Week, a program of Youth Central and supported by the City of Calgary, will be an entire week dedicated to encouraging youth participation in the community and celebrating Calgary’s youth. By focusing on the importance of […]

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]]> Things to do at the Calgary Zoo: Spotlight on Grizzlies https://youthareawesome.com/things-to-do-at-the-calgary-zoo-spotlight-on-grizzlies/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=things-to-do-at-the-calgary-zoo-spotlight-on-grizzlies https://youthareawesome.com/things-to-do-at-the-calgary-zoo-spotlight-on-grizzlies/#comments Wed, 13 Jul 2011 14:32:39 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=19841 This year, the Calgary Zoo has been featuring various animals every couple months through special events and programs.

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/things-to-do-at-the-calgary-zoo-spotlight-on-grizzlies/feed/ 1 How to enjoy your summer outdoors https://youthareawesome.com/how-to-enjoy-summer/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-to-enjoy-summer Tue, 28 Jun 2011 15:12:29 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=19003 Well. For many of us, it’s officially the last week of school. Report cards are being handed out, exams are (finally!!!) ending, and we’re starting to really think about how we’ll fill our time during summer, the best season of all. So I thought I’d put my two cents in! If you’re thinking of getting […]

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]]> Video of the Day: break dancing gorilla at the Calgary Zoo https://youthareawesome.com/video-of-the-day-break-dancing-gorilla-at-the-calgary-zoo/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=video-of-the-day-break-dancing-gorilla-at-the-calgary-zoo Tue, 21 Jun 2011 15:05:19 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=18713 [youtube VNKyG4C2VlA]

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]]> Name that Giraffe! https://youthareawesome.com/name-that-giraffe/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=name-that-giraffe Tue, 05 Apr 2011 15:10:39 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=15991 The Calgary Zoo needs your help! Their new male giraffe calf, born February 16, 2011 needs a name! At over six feet tall and 185 pounds, this longnecked wonder needs a name that reflects his personality – intelligent, curious and independent. He is the largest giraffe calf born to date at the Calgary Zoo. How […]

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]]> KidzKonnect: Volunteer at the Calgary Zoo! https://youthareawesome.com/kidzkonnect-volunteer-at-the-calgary-zoo/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=kidzkonnect-volunteer-at-the-calgary-zoo Mon, 24 Jan 2011 16:38:24 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=13709 The post KidzKonnect: Volunteer at the Calgary Zoo! appeared first on Youth Are Awesome .

]]> Volunteering at: Zoolights at the Calgary Zoo! https://youthareawesome.com/volunteering-at-zoolights-at-the-calgary-zoo/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=volunteering-at-zoolights-at-the-calgary-zoo Wed, 01 Dec 2010 16:23:02 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=12122 It’s after dark, 5 p.m., and when I walked into the Calgary Zoo, I was greeted by an enlightening path of brightly lit red and gold candy canes. The bridge had been hung with ivy-like vines of blue lights and cute shapes of kangaroos and butterflies lit up the zoo. Quite amazingly, patterns of monkeys […]

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]]> Best Pages to Follow on Facebook https://youthareawesome.com/8405/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=8405 https://youthareawesome.com/8405/#comments Mon, 09 Aug 2010 17:39:31 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=8405 Want to be in the know? It’s easier than ever with Facebook, which has evolved into a great social media tool for businesses to share fantastic deals for shops, restaurants, events and more.  We also like Facebook because we can discover local, national and international new projects and innovative ideas. Here’s our list of the […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/8405/feed/ 1 The 2010 ConocoPhillips Youth of Distinction Awards : Peer Support https://youthareawesome.com/the-2010-conocophillips-youth-of-distinction-awards-peer-support/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-2010-conocophillips-youth-of-distinction-awards-peer-support Fri, 25 Jun 2010 17:41:51 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=6595 Being an extremely proactive volunteer and insanely inquisitive and curious personnel, it was, I believe an early in March midnight stroll. I was ardently browsing through CYFC’s website, much like as if I was rummaging through cardboard boxes filled with the odd item here and there, examining each inspiring article with interest, and it’s no […]

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]]> Calgary zOo. https://youthareawesome.com/calgary-zoo/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=calgary-zoo Fri, 07 May 2010 18:16:57 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=6387 This is Calgary zoo From the closest view All these photos were taken from the Enmax Conservatory building. It was cold outside so we decied to stay in the building for our whole trip. =>

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