Biodiversity and Wildlife

Renewables & Alternatives

Dec

15

2007

Cross Conservation Area Winter 2008 Programs: Backyard Winter Wonders

<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 & Sandy Cross Conservation Area </a></p> <h4>Backyard Winter Wonders<a name="4" title="4"></a></h4> <p>Discover the wonders of winter as we investigate plants, tracks, snow crystals and more. Take home skills and knowledge to become a winter detective in your own backyard. You may be surprised by what you find! Dress to be outdoors for part of the program. </p> <p><strong>Date:</strong> Saturday, February 2<sup>nd </sup> <br /><strong>Time:</strong> 1:00-3:30 p.m. <br /><strong>Cost:</strong> $8/ adult, $4/ child</p> </div> </div></div>

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Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society

Nov

28

2007

CPAWS Calgary/Banff December Chapter Meeting: Journey to BC's Flathead Valley

<div class="flexinode-body flexinode-1"><div class="flexinode-textarea-1"><div class="form-item"> <label>Description: </label> <p><a href="http://www.cpawscalgary.org">Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society (CPAWS) – Calgary/Banff Chapter</a></p><h3>Journey to BC's Flathead Valley</h3><p><em>presented by Casey Brennan</em> </p> </div> </div></div>

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Alberta Wilderness Association

Nov

09

2007

Public Lands Deal Behind Closed Doors — Native Prairie Threatened by Developer's Plough

Release Date: November 8, 2007

A large area of public land west of Medicine Hat comprising rare native prairie may feel the slice of the plough within a few months if a proposed land swap goes ahead behind closed doors. Alberta Wilderness Association believes that any decisions affecting public land trades or sales must include the opportunity for public participation. Read More

Water Use, Scarcity & Conservation

Agriculture

Alberta Wilderness Association

Sep

14

2007

Y2Y Conservation Initiative Fundraiser: Laughter Gone Wild!

<div class="flexinode-body flexinode-1"><div class="flexinode-textarea-1"><div class="form-item"> <label>Description: </label> <p><a href="http://www.y2y.net/">Yellowstone to Yukon Conservation Initiative</a> </p><p><strong>Are you ready to laugh wildly?</strong></p> </div> </div></div>

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Aug

03

2007

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>

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Aug

03

2007

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>

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Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society

Jul

05

2007

Evening walk in Fish Creek Provincial Park

<div class="flexinode-body flexinode-1"><div class="flexinode-textarea-1"><div class="form-item"> <label>Description: </label> <p>Get outside and join <a href="http://www.cpawscalgary.org">CPAWS</a> and the Friends of Fish Creek Provincial Park Society for a guided walk through the Park. Dynamic presenters will provide information about flora and fauna in the area. Everyone is welcome to come to the meeting and become CPAWS members. </p><p><strong>When:</strong> Monday, July 9, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. (approximately)<br /><strong>Where:</strong> Fish Creek Provincial Park – west entrance (Shannon Terrace) <br /><strong>Cost:</strong> Free</p> </div> </div></div>

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May

10

2007

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>

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May

10

2007

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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