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Bridlewood was established in 1997. It is a residential neighbourhood in the south-west quadrant of Calgary. It is located at the south-western edge of the city, north of the Spruce Meadows Trail and south of the community of Evergreen. To the east it borders the Bridlewood Creek Wetland, a natural wetland. The Spruce Meadows equestrian facility is located immediately south.

Bridlewood Wetlands Park occupies about six hectares of the Bridlewood Creek Community. The wetland was named after the community which was developed in 1997. These wetlands are part of a natural chain that has proven to be a challenge to residential developers. In this case, rather than drain the wetlands and build over them, the wetlands were modified and built into the water processing system for the community. There is an upper drainage settling pond and then the water is released into the marshland.

The wetlands are home to several species of dabbling waterfowl including the usual Mallards and Blue-winged Teal but also Canvasbacks, Northern Pintails and Ruddy Ducks. Red-winged Blackbirds and the much less common Yellow-headed Blackbird are also found regularly in the wetland. The boardwalk provides a good opportunity to view aquatic vegetation such as Common Cattails and Bulrushes and the many species of invertebrates that are found in and around a marsh.

Tucked in the corner of the wetland is the huge glacial erratic that was transported here from Mount Edith Cavell by the glacier.

The Bridlewood community association currently lacks a community center but remains active in programming. The grand historic Shawnessey Barn is used for community dances. The community also enjoys an excellent relationship with nearby Spruce Meadows and often makes use of their facilities for special events such as Canada Day celebrations. The community is also closely tied with neighboring Midnapore, where children can register for sports. Down the road in the Shawnessy area is the new South Fish Creek recreation center and the YMCA, both offering a variety of recreational opportunities. Baseball diamonds and a waterpark can also be found in Somerset. The community association also works to address issues such as traffic concerns and is a member of the South Fish Creek Transportation Action Committee.


For more info see About Bridlewood


Courtesy of The City of Calgary & www.calgarycommunities.com