Nicholas Sheran Park is an

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, and is named after one of the city's founders, Nicholas Sheran. The largest park in

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, it was conceptualised as a regional park in 1969, and constructed in 1974.

Amenities

The 43 hectare (106 acre) park includes a man-made lake and has 5.8 km (3.6 mi.) of walking trails, which connect with the Coal Banks Trail. The lake is stocked with

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every year and is a popular

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spot. Non-motorised

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is allowed in the summer, and

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is allowed in the winter, weather permitting. Another main attraction is the 18-hole disc golf course. Originally built for the 2001 Alberta Seniors Games, the course is available to the public at no charge, on a first-come, first-served, walk-on basis. The park also includes a large playground area, a picnic facility,

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diamonds, a

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field and

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hoops. In addition, the Nicholas Sheran Leisure Centre Pool, the Nicholas Sheran Ice Centre, and the Gyro Spray Ground

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are across the street from the park.

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