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In the summer, COP is used for warm-weather sports such as mountain biking (there are of bike trails) and is also the site of a number of summer festivals. The park is home to the Olympic Hall of Fame and Museum, a summer challenge cource and zip line. Many summer camps are available. Major expansions and additions are under way to maintain the park's status as a training facility. In December 2010 a phase of the Athletic and Ice Complex (AIC) will open which includes 3 ice surfaces to be used by Hockey Calgary. In 2011 the second phase will open which includes the 4th (Olympic size) ice surface, gyms, a public fitness centre and a high intensity training centre for athletes. The AIC is located in front and to the side of the sliding sports training centre known as the "Ice House". The park is located in western Calgary, south of the Trans-Canada Highway, north of the community of Cougar Ridge and west of Bowness. |
