Cynthia Wandler is a freelance reporter and writer who has also been published outside of her day job. Taking care of the environment matters to her, so when she’s not writing, she can sometimes be found assisting with environmental programs, hugging trees or enjoying the beautiful intricacies of nature. She is also a wife and a mom, and has been known to hide in her room to eat chocolate.
Although none of them see reptiles, there are a number of veterinarian clinics to choose from in St. Albert, with specialties including cat care, eye care and pain treatment options. Two of the clinics accommodate some pocket pets and two offer adoption services. And, if you have a cat or a dog in need of TLC, you have half a dozen locations to consider. [Image credit: iStock.com/tyler olson]
Across 1,370 acres, St. Albert contains 112 parks, 77 playgrounds and 85 km of walking trails. From winter activities to those of summer, the parks bustle with people playing and exercising alone and in groups, with friends, pets or family, as they take in nature’s beauty. [Image credit: iStock.com/proxyminder]
Take a break from that screen or explore your inner artist by tapping into the numerous St. Albert studios offering classes on subjects ranging from pottery to cartooning. With a cross of classes for almost all ages and accommodating a variety of needs from single workshops to corporate team building to weekly lessons, one of these studios can surely help you find your creative streak. [Image credit: iStock.com/mediaphotos]
Although gluten-free products are making their way into mainstream grocery stores more often, there are a few markets in St. Albert that carry their own stock, some of which you can't find in the big box stores. From unique munchies to quality gluten-free meats, these specialty shops have you covered for gluten-free goods. [Image credit: iStock.com/Imagesbybarbara]
With classes tailored for children, women, and men, as well as mixed age and sex classes, many ofSt. Albert’s martial arts schools offer a free trial class, the option to attend multiple times a week, and registration intakes any time throughout the year. Getting in shape while also learning how to defend yourself is an excellent two-for-one deal, so go for it! [Image credit: iStock.com/dolgachov]