Things to do in Red Deer

Looking for some fun events with low cost and a short drive for your Red Deer staycation this summer? 

Here are a few ideas for you. Brought to you by Dr. Joelle Johnson and staff at Family First Chiropractic and wellness 142 Erickson Drive Red Deer

T4R3B3 403-347-3261 www.family1stchiro.ca

THINGS TO DO IN RED DEER

SUMMER

Old MacDonald Farm- http://www.olmacdonalds.com/index.html

Discovery Wildlife Park- http://www.discoverywildlifepark.com/

FB- https://www.facebook.com/discoverywildlifepark/

Ellis Bird Farm- http://www.ellisbirdfarm.ca/
FB- https://www.facebook.com/EllisBirdFarm/

Bird Sanctuary- http://www.waskasoopark.ca/gaetz-lake.html

Wibit Aquasplash at Sylvan Lake  

http://www.familyfuncanada.com/calgary/wibit-sylvan-lake/

Kin Kanyon- http://www.ehcanadatravel.com/alberta/red-deer/parks-trails/2177-kin-kanyon.html
FB- https://www.facebook.com/pages/Kin-Kanyon/152039361531352

3 Mile Bend- http://www.reddeer.ca/recreation-and-culture/parks-and-trails/parks/three-mile-bend-recreation-area---off-leash-park/
FB- https://www.facebook.com/pages/3-Mile-Bend/128953600489617

Tennis- http://www.reddeertennis.com/
FB- http://www.reddeertennis.com/

Farmers Market- http://downtownreddeer.com/about/downtown-market/
FB- http://downtownreddeer.com/about/downtown-market/

Downtown Splash Park- http://www.reddeer.ca/recreation-and-culture/outdoor-facilities/blue-grass-sod-farm-central-spray-and-play/

FB- https://www.facebook.com/pages/Blue-Grass-Sod-Farm-Spray-and-Play-Central-Park/304701203008081

Bard on Bower- http://visitreddeer.com/event/bard-bower-2/
FB- https://www.facebook.com/pages/Bard-On-Bower/480589041968568

Discovery Canyon- http://www.reddeer.ca/recreation-and-culture/parks-and-trails/parks/discovery-canyon/
FB- https://www.facebook.com/pages/Discovery-Canyon/158156380915589

Sunnybrooke Farm- http://www.sunnybrookfarmmuseum.ca/
FB- https://www.facebook.com/sunnybrookfarmAB/

Shake the Lake- http://shakethelake.ca/
FB- https://www.facebook.com/shakethelake/

Gull Lake- http://www.albertaparks.ca/aspen-beach/information-facilities/
FB- https://www.facebook.com/pages/Aspen-Beach-Provincial-Park/105787369453613

Kerrywood Nature Centre- http://www.waskasoopark.ca/Kerry-Wood-Nature-Center.html
FB- https://www.facebook.com/pages/Kerry-Wood-Nature-Centre/115224355208249

Berry picking at the Jungle Farm- http://www.thejunglefarm.com/
FB- https://www.facebook.com/thejunglefarm/

Kraay Family Farms-  https://www.kraayfamilyfarm.com/
FB- https://www.facebook.com/kraayfamilyfarm

Water Sports, Kids, and Injuries

Water Sports, Kids and Injuries

Summer time is here! Kids love to enjoy the hot weather near water whether it’s in the backyard on a slip and slide, at the pool, spray park or down by the lake or near the river. Along with the fun enjoyed by the youngsters comes slips and falls and the resulting injuries can include head and neck pain, lowback pain  and whiplash.

Many of these injuries are preventable by avoiding running near wet poolsides or on diving boards, for example. Surfaces that are constantly wet should have a gritty texture to improve traction.

Inevitably, kids will be kids and their enthusiasm will ultimately lead to injuries from time to time. Your friendly chiropractor can help your child get back to enjoying the pool and warm sun by adjusting your child’s neck and back to alleviate any spinal problems incurred by slips and falls. Dr. Joelle Johnson of Family First chiropractic and wellness has extensive training in pediatric chiropractic and is a member if the ICPA. The clinic is located at 142 Erickson drive, Red Deer 403-347-3261 to book your children in today. www.family1stchiro.ca 

20 Activities for you and the kids this Summer!

20 Great Activities for You and The Kids This Summer
   
     1. Go on a walk at the beach, in the woods or in your town and take pictures to make an album or collage. Have a theme
     2. Make your own fruit pops.
     3 .Camp in your backyard. Bring flashlights and snacks, of course.
     4. Make your own kite.
     5. Create a backyard mini-golf course.
     6. Paint rocks!
     7. Collect bugs and make them a habitat
     8. Make a nature journal from pressed flowers, leaves and your own sketches.
     9. Create an outdoor scavenger hunt - don't forget to draw the map!
    10. Have fun with water games.
    11. Ten open-ended PLAY ideas.
    12. Don't be afraid to get a little dirty.
    13. Go for a shapes walk! What shapes do you see? (Rooftops, signs, dog houses and more)
    14. Don't forget to hit some yard sales - they can teach your kids to reuse, recycle, repurpose and more!
    15. Create a weekly Game Day at home.
    16. Find rainy-day ideas online.
    17. Download a CD from Kiboomu : sing, dance and spin around!
    18. Find craft ideas from around the world!
    19. Learn to respect our earth this summer: talk, create and work together to reduce waste
    20. Let up your home to be a learning place!