Activities
FLC Seniors Outdoor Club
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Our activities are for FLC Seniors Outdoor Club members only.
No Pets, No Guests
Volunteer Opportunities with the Outdoor Club Executive - see below
Scroll down for details on Walking & Upcoming Events.
Evergreen viewpoint May 20, 2026
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Welcome to the FLC Seniors Outdoor Club. Our club walks throughout the year; bird watching and snowshoeing are seasonal. We also have some special events.
- All events and activities are for Outdoor Club members only. See Membership Information for how to join at bottom of page (scroll down).
- We ask that everyone wear their name tag and carry their Emergency Contact Information Card on all outings (this card is provided at the first activity attended) .
- NO PETS, NO GUESTS are allowed at our activities.
- Information on activities - meeting locations and times are available on this web page.
- Information about Special Events may be sent through email messages.
Volunteers Needed
The club is looking for volunteers for the following positions on the executive, 2026-27 term:
- Members at Large
- President.
Please email [email protected] or ask any current leader or executive member for more information.
BIRDING
Head west on 17 Ave S.
Turn LEFT onto 19 St. SE.
Turn LEFT onto 9 Ave SE.
Turn RIGHT into Inglewood parking area lot.
We have 2 walking groups: Leisure Walkers (2 levels) and Intermediate Walkers. Join the group which best meets your needs. Both groups are welcoming and social. No Sign Up needed. Walks start at 10:00 AM.
Weather Guidelines: We will walk at temperatures up to -15C with no wind, or -10C with a slight wind. Please check the weather forecast for 10:00 AM. It will be our source for weather. Check this web page for changes or cancellations 2 hours before an outing.
Come prepared for walking - whatever you need to be comfortable, water, hat, good shoes.
Leisure Walkers: LEVEL 1 will be 1½ hours long and approximately 5 to 6 km. LEVEL 2 will be 1 hour long and approximately 4 to 5 km, with variable terrain.
Date: June 17, 2026, 10:00 AM start (please arrive before 9:55 AM)
Location: Bebo Grove to Shannon Terrace and beyond
Meeting Place: Bebo Grove parking lot by the large sign on the west side
Directions: Bebo Grove parking lot is located at the south end of 24th Street S.W. The street ends in the parking lot.
Walk Description: We will walk on paved and soft paths west to Shannon Terrace and will continue west.
Coffee: A&W on 24th Street S.W. and Southland Drive S.W. in the Oakridge/Co-Op Shopping Centre.
Leader and Coordinator: Robyn 403-271-0775
Intermediate Walkers: Walks are 7 - 9 km long, 1.5 - 2 hours long, with variable terrain.
Date: June 17, 2026, 10:00 am
Location: Canyon Meadows
Meeting Place: In the strip mall at 11625 Elbow Dr. SW. (This is the SW corner of Elbow Drive and Anderson Rd.) Meet in front of Rexall.
Directions: From Deerfoot Trail, take Anderson Road west to Elbow Dr. Turn south on Elbow. The strip mall is on the right.
Route Details: We will explore Canyon Meadows hidden pathways. Hills are minimal. About 6 - 8 km, 1.5 - 2 hrs.
Coffee: To be decided.
Leader: Jo-Ann 403-978-1072
Coordinator: Jane 403-287-1593
Alternate Walks
Date and Time: Finished for the season
Contact & Coordinator: Ed Rocker 403-815-2723 [email protected]
Snowshoeing focuses on winter enjoyment. Participants are expected to arrive early to put equipment on and adjust it, and be ready to start at 10:00 AM (unless another time is posted). For anyone new to snowshoeing, it is recommended that you familiarize yourself with your equipment at home or nearby green belt before attending an outing.
What to Wear Snowshoeing: https://youtube.com/watch?v=p-7UMYNP6s0&si=RT35wWG97bDxPss1
How to Put on Snowshoes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LsLZYX5bqws
Simple Rules To Snowshoeing: https://youtube.com/watch?v=u6jEcMWfcpo&si=Sqh4O-yxt6wTSjsX
Contact & Coordinator: Ed Rocker 403-815-2723 [email protected]
Please remember your Name Tag, poles, gaiters (intermediate).
Snowshoe rentals in Calgary:
Bow Habitat Station, 1440-17a St SE, 403-297-6561 January to March
Outlaw Sports, 903 Heritage Drive SW, 403-253-2975
AQ Outdoors, 5063-11 St SE, 403-288-9283
Sports Rent, 4424-16 Ave NW, 403-292-0077
Contact: Phyllis Thornton
Contact by filling out this e-mail form. ([email protected])
Membership Information:
2025 - 2026 memberships are available online only starting September 1, 2025 for renewals and new members. Payment to be made by credit card.
FLC Seniors membership is $15.00; the Outdoor Club membership is $5.00. This is done through the FLC website - Membership. Go to Membership Info, Renew or Sign Up Online. Select Activities - Sign Up. Select Outdoor Club from List.
For more information:
Contact: Diane Philie 403-999-5225
Contact by filling out this e-mail form. ([email protected])
Upcoming Events
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