Ian Doig 
Awhile ago, we offered a guide to some basic outdoor survival skills. Now that you’ve presumably got those mastered, and your survival is assured, you’re ready for some more recreational pursuits. Long before Xbox, men spent their free time doing manly things, like riding horses and shaping steel. Learn the … Read More
Attention wannabe Livingstons, Shackletons and Hillarys: There’s no following in the footsteps of great adventurers without mastering some basic outdoor skills first. Lucky for you, the University of Calgary Outdoor Centre offers wilderness adventure courses for novice to know-it-all this spring and summer. Outdoor Survival Sure, you rocked that tattered … Read More
Sure, you can play online poker in your underwear, but it’s got none of the tension, grit and bleary charm of a live poker room. Calgary’s 24-hour-a-day poker pits welcome novice card sharks and high rollers alike. Elbow Casino Perhaps the best place to play a limit game; even low-limit … Read More
Calgary is sorely lacking in second-hand furniture stores; there are exactly four worth mentioning. This makes sourcing gems a challenge, but there are diamonds to be found in the rough. Here, Calgary’s best vintage furniture stores. Mid-Century Dweller This brand-spanking new shop on the Inglewood strip is a must-visit for … Read More
Fact: Your boys are too macho for a sugar-and-spice safari. Counter-fact: Women love sweets. Conclusion: Visit these local choco-terias on your next date – skip them on the stag. Now, sweet surrender awaits. The Chocolate Bar Wrap up a romantic stroll of 17th Avenue with a visit to one of … Read More
