As you leave the busy street or the Stampede grounds you will be surprised to find a quiet oasis hidden from sight. A large stand of conifers, planted as a windbreak, hides the beauty within. Follow the winding pathway upwards stepping on rocks gathered from across Canada. The once-barren hillside is crammed with uncommon flowers and huge trees. A trickling brook winds down the hill adding a soundtrack to the visual display. You might even glimpse one of the resident creatures. William Roland Reader was the Superintendent of Calgary Parks,…
