Ann and Sandy Cross Conservation Area

Cross Conservation Area Winter 2008 Programs: Building Green

<div class="flexinode-body flexinode-1"><div class="flexinode-textarea-1"><div class="form-item"> <label>Description: </label> <p><a href="http://www.crossconservation.org/">Ann &amp; Sandy Cross Conservation Area </a></p> <h4>Building Green<a name="1" title="1"></a></h4> <p>Get the scoop on what’s happening in the sustainable housing market. Join Built Green, a Canadian certification organization, and discover how they work with home builders to promote sustainable building practices. Open doors to green building materials and construct new ideas on how to make improvements to your home. </p> </div> </div></div>

Wildlife Corridors

<div class="flexinode-body flexinode-1"><div class="flexinode-textarea-1"><div class="form-item"> <label>Description: </label> <p><a href="http://www.crossconservation.org/">Ann and Sandy Cross Conservation Area</a></p><p>Jacquie Gilson, our Executive Director, highlights the results of our summer research on wildlife movement around the Conservation Area. Come find out who’s been caught on our motion sensor cameras, what wildlife corridors are all about and how this information can help support conservation.</p><p><strong>Date:</strong> Tuesday, November 13<sup>th</sup><br /><strong>Time:</strong> 7:00- 9:00 pm<br /><strong>Who:</strong> Adult<br /><strong>Cost:</strong> $8 adult</p> </div> </div></div>

Batman Returns!

<div class="flexinode-body flexinode-1"><div class="flexinode-textarea-1"><div class="form-item"> <label>Description: </label> <p><a href="http://www.crossconservation.org/">Ann and Sandy Cross Conservation Area</a></p><p>The real Batman, Robert Barclay of the University of Calgary, returns! Bats are often misrepresented as scary Halloween creatures, but Dr. Barclay will shine a new light on these mysterious mammals with natural history, games, amazing pictures and sounds. If we’re lucky, he may even bring a live bat friend!</p> </div> </div></div>

Ready, Set, Survive!

<div class="flexinode-body flexinode-1"><div class="flexinode-textarea-1"><div class="form-item"> <label>Description: </label> <p><a href="http://www.crossconservation.org/">Ann and Sandy Cross Conservation Area</a></p><div class="content"><p>Preparation can make the difference between staying safe and surviving in the outdoors. We&#39;ll reveal the 10 essentials for your pack, how to use them and what to use in the environment in case of an emergency. Learn to identify edible plants, ways to construct a shelter and effective signaling methods.</p> </div> </div></div>

Fun Fescue Frolic

<div class="flexinode-body flexinode-1"><div class="flexinode-textarea-1"><div class="form-item"> <label>Description: </label> <div class="content"><a href="http://www.crossconservation.org/">Ann and Sandy Cross Conservation Area</a><a name="2" title="2"></a> <p>Do up your boots and tackle the 4.8 km Fescue Trail with your family! Discover birds, animals, grasslands and Area history on this guided interpretive hike. Games and various activities will make this a day to remember! Bring a bagged lunch and come prepared to be outside. Recommended for ages 6+.</p> </div> </div></div>

Eating for Conservation: Food for Thought

<div class="flexinode-body flexinode-1"><div class="flexinode-textarea-1"><div class="form-item"> <label>Description: </label> <p><a href="http://www.crossconservation.org/">Ann and Sandy Cross Conservation Area</a></p><p>Confused by the debate of organic versus local food? Join Kristi Peters, manager of Calgary&#39;s <a href="http://www.river-cafe.com/">River Café</a> and sink your teeth into the issues and implications of getting food to your plate. Discover the impacts your eating habits have on our economy and environment. </p> <p><strong>Date:</strong> Tuesday, September 25<sup>th</sup><br /><strong>Time:</strong> 7:00- 9:00 pm<strong><br />Who:</strong> Adult<br /><strong>Cost:</strong> $8 adult</p> </div> </div></div>

Know Your Neighbours, Battle Your Invaders!

<div class="flexinode-body flexinode-1"><div class="flexinode-textarea-1"><div class="form-item"> <label>Description: </label> <p><a href="http://www.crossconservation.org/">Ann and Sandy Cross Conservation Area</a></p><p>Join forces with naturalist Andrew Stiles and help fight the invasive species battle! Discover how to protect native plants by taking on weeds. Bring your gloves for this hands-on event and dress for the weather.</p><p><strong>Date:</strong> Tuesday, June 26<br /><strong>Time:</strong> 6:30-8:30 p.m.<br /><strong>Who:</strong> Family Programs (kids 5 yrs and up)<br /><strong>Fee:</strong> $6.00/adult and $2.00/child</p> <strong>Advanced registration required </strong>(call 403-931-2042) </div> </div></div>

Range Rovers: Grassland Birds

<div class="flexinode-body flexinode-1"><div class="flexinode-textarea-1"><div class="form-item"> <label>Description: </label> <p><a href="http://www.crossconservation.org/">Ann and Sandy Cross Conservation Area</a></p>Flock to the Conservation Area to join local bird expert Gus Yaki for this enlightening interpretive hike. Please dress for the weather and bring your binoculars!<p><strong>Date:</strong> Saturday, June 2<br /><strong>Time:</strong> 9:00-11:30 a.m.<br /><strong>Who:</strong> Family Programs (kids 5 yrs and up)<br /><strong>Fee:</strong> $6.00/adult and $2.00/child</p><p> <strong>Advanced registration required </strong>(call 403-931-2042) </p> </div> </div></div>

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