zoo Archives - Youth Are Awesome https://youthareawesome.com/tag/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 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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]]> Being a Tourist in My Own City https://youthareawesome.com/being-a-tourist-in-my-own-city/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=being-a-tourist-in-my-own-city Tue, 19 Jul 2016 15:00:24 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=82024 I’ve lived in Calgary my entire life. Same neighbourhood, same street, same house. The furthest I’ve ever moved is into what used to be our guest room. As a result of this, I have (regrettably) become so used to the idea of the little Calgary that I know that I often forget that there’s so […]

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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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]]> Zoos: Prison or paradise? https://youthareawesome.com/zoos-prison-paradise/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=zoos-prison-paradise https://youthareawesome.com/zoos-prison-paradise/#comments Thu, 16 Oct 2014 16:28:33 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=63640 Our fascination with wild animals is nothing new. Since as far back as 1250 B.C., zoos have entertained millions with exotic animals behind bars, but we’re not living in the dark ages anymore. Despite claims that zoos play an important role in conservation and education, they are unnatural and inherently cruel. To put it simply, they do […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/zoos-prison-paradise/feed/ 1 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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]]> 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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]]> Youth Week 2014 early bird events https://youthareawesome.com/youth-week-2014-early-bird-events/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=youth-week-2014-early-bird-events Thu, 10 Apr 2014 15:40:23 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=56853 Youth Week 2014 is fast approaching! Starting on April 20, 2014, the 16th Annual Youth Week Calgary (a program of Youth Central) will kick off! So gather around, and get your early stampede fever on, because Youth Week is going to be a blast! In this edition, I will be covering “early bird” Youth Week […]

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]]> #abfloods — Animals https://youthareawesome.com/abfloods-animals/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=abfloods-animals Tue, 02 Jul 2013 18:03:36 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=44656 This was our Calgary Zoo during the flooding time the little Island in the middle of the river. During the flood, a lot of Calgarians offered their help — through various ways! And zoo staff had worked really hard to save those needing the most help —- The  Animals. The Calgary Human Society opened their […]

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]]> Photo of the Day: Penguin Walk https://youthareawesome.com/photo-day-penguin-walk/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=photo-day-penguin-walk Fri, 19 Apr 2013 13:34:19 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=41866 A couple weeks ago, I was able to catch a glimpse of one of the last penguin walks of the season.  The King penguins at the zoo actually come out and “march” for spectators if they are feeling up to it: the temperature must be perfect, not too hot and not too cold.  If you […]

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]]> Video of the Day: Rick Mercer at the Calgary Zoo https://youthareawesome.com/video-day-rick-mercer-calgary-zoo/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=video-day-rick-mercer-calgary-zoo Sun, 31 Mar 2013 17:00:28 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=41077 Rick Mercer from The Rick Mercer Report visits the Calgary Zoo.

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]]> ConocoPhillips Youth of Distinction Awards (AKA I know an undercover superhero that deserves recognition) https://youthareawesome.com/yoda/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=yoda https://youthareawesome.com/yoda/#comments Mon, 04 Feb 2013 20:15:15 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=38799 Everyday superheros don’t wear capes or spandex, but they still manage to save the day – be it from cancer, boredom, or pollution. We all have those people in our lives who are so passionate and amazing at what they do – that someone should really give them an award! (Or maybe that person is […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/yoda/feed/ 3 Summer ideas for the uninspired https://youthareawesome.com/summer-ideas-uninspired/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=summer-ideas-uninspired Thu, 26 Jul 2012 16:45:07 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=34016   I have to admit it: this is the first year I’ve actually left my house during the summer on a semi-regular basis. It’s almost the end of July now, and I have no doubt that some of you out there are in the same boat I was in for most of my life. The […]

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]]> Photo of the Day: Penguins at the Zoo https://youthareawesome.com/photo-day-penguins-zoo/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=photo-day-penguins-zoo Wed, 09 May 2012 14:20:36 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=31458 On Saturday, I went to the zoo and saw these beautiful penguins. I find it amazing how they brought penguins to Calgary and I definitely encourage you all to check them out. They are wonderful creatures and it’s not everyday where you get to see penguins. Unfortunately, penguins cannot fly, although they are amazing swimmers. […]

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]]> Photo of the Day: Penguin Hug https://youthareawesome.com/photo-day-penguin-hug/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=photo-day-penguin-hug https://youthareawesome.com/photo-day-penguin-hug/#comments Fri, 20 Apr 2012 17:21:06 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=30881 During my trip to the zoo, this is a capture I made of these couple of cuties. Has anyone seen a better display of penguin love at first sight?

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/photo-day-penguin-hug/feed/ 2 Adventures at the Calgary Zoo https://youthareawesome.com/zoo-adventure/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=zoo-adventure Fri, 30 Mar 2012 16:29:15 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=30350 This week, I was finally able to pay a visit to the Calgary Zoo and the new Penguin Plunge Exhibit. I hadn’t visited the zoo for more than two years, so I was very excited, and armed with my camera (of course). The Penguin Plunge exhibit was stunning, the penguins adorable and the reaction from the […]

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]]> 2011 ConocoPhillips Youth of Distinction Awards honour phenomenal youth https://youthareawesome.com/2011-conocophillips-youth-of-distinction-awards-honour-phenomenal-youth/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2011-conocophillips-youth-of-distinction-awards-honour-phenomenal-youth https://youthareawesome.com/2011-conocophillips-youth-of-distinction-awards-honour-phenomenal-youth/#comments Fri, 13 May 2011 14:29:25 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=16965 The Advocacy award finalists, From left to right: Myself, Tori Stosky, Connor Johnson and Loraleigh Kovacik from Rogers I love the Red Cross and all the volunteer work I do for the Red Cross, because volunteering has helped me realized that “the smallest act of kindness is never wasted.” The feeling I get when someone […]

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]]> https://youthareawesome.com/2011-conocophillips-youth-of-distinction-awards-honour-phenomenal-youth/feed/ 3 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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]]> 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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]]> My memories of San Francisco https://youthareawesome.com/my-memories-of-san-francisco/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=my-memories-of-san-francisco https://youthareawesome.com/my-memories-of-san-francisco/#comments Fri, 13 Aug 2010 14:42:25 +0000 https://www.youthareawesome.com/?p=8551 I recently had the chance to visit San Francisco, CA, to explore, for the first time, America! A popular tourist destination, San Francisco is known for its cool summer fog, intimidating rolling hills and streets, famous land marks such as the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz federal penitentiary, cable cars and its massive Chinatown. The sprawling […]

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