In addition to being the shortest and coldest month of the year, February is “Heart Month”. It’s a time to reflect on the importance of our cardiovascular health and to learn about how we can manage our risk factors for heart disease. Regular exercise is a fine way to lower these risk factors. Getting outdoors for a walk provides excellent exercise and, in our neighbourhood, a great way to explore the community, learn about the history of Bridgeland-Riverside, and have some fun. This issue of Bridges highlights a couple of ways to get the heart rate up while enjoying various parts of our neighbourhood. The second Arctic Adventure will take place from February 25 to 27 and will provide fun activities for all ages. Keep checking the BRCA website for details. Our active Bridgeland Walks members remind us of opportunities to take walks curated by Heritage Calgary that feature historical sites in Bridgeland-Riverside.
Continuing with February as the month to focus on matters of the heart, Valentine’s Day provides an opportunity to visit the many fine food and beverage establishments within walking distance. Consider taking a skate around our lovely volunteer-built rink* with your Valentine, followed by a hot beverage at the fire pit. We are blessed with a multitude of options to build our neighbourly, heartwarming Bridgeland-Riverside community.
*Thank you, Chris of Porta Ice Ltd. (our cover photo), for cleaning our ice.
