Wilderness & Parks

Sep
21
2019

Whaleback Fall Hike

Alberta Wilderness Association
Sep 21 2019 - 9:00am

Say goodbye to summer and hello to fall with an exploration of the Whaleback. The rocky ridges and rolling forested hills of the Whaleback are picturesque, and represent a vital landscape within southern Alberta that is sure not to disappoint. Join Nick Pink and Conservation Specialist Nissa Petterson as they explore this beautiful Montane wilderness during its full fall brilliance!

Cost: $25 AWA Members/ $50 Non-members
Difficulty: Moderate to challenging hilly terrain; good hiking shoes required and long pants recommended. Read more about Whaleback Fall Hike

Source: Alberta Wilderness Association

Location

Whaleback , AB
See map: Google Maps
Alberta Wilderness Association
Biodiversity and Wildlife
Outdoor Recreation
Wilderness & Parks
Aug
09
2019

Porcupine Hills Summer Hike

Alberta Wilderness Association
Aug 9 2019 - 10:00am

The Porcupine Hills are a spectacular piece of Alberta’s wilderness; from rolling forested hills, countless limber pines, and meadows of beautiful wildflowers, this landscape has it all! What better way to spend a summer’s day than exploring this area with Conservation Specialist Joanna Skrajny.

$25.00 for AWA Members / $50.00 for Non-members

    BUY TICKETS Read more about Porcupine Hills Summer Hike

    Source: Alberta Wilderness Association

    Location

    Porcupine Hills , AB
    See map: Google Maps
    Alberta Wilderness Association
    Biodiversity and Wildlife
    Outdoor Recreation
    Wilderness & Parks
    Jul
    03
    2019

    UNESCO World Heritage Committee decision on Wood Buffalo National Park is a warning to Canada

    Indigenous and environmental groups fear for the future of Wood Buffalo National Park as the UNESCO World Heritage Committee echoes warnings of unresolved threats

    Mikisew Cree First Nation
    CPAWS Northern Alberta
    Northwest Territory Métis Nation

    On July 3, 2019, representatives from around the world gathered in Baku, Azerbaijan, for the 43rd World Heritage Committee meeting and discussed the fate of Wood Buffalo National Park, Canada’s largest national park. The World Heritage Committee called upon Canada to take further actions and warned that if Canada fails to address the threats facing the Park, it could be placed on the List of World Heritage Site in Danger.  Read more about UNESCO World Heritage Committee decision on Wood Buffalo National Park is a warning to Canada

    Source: CPAWS Northern Alberta
    Alberta Wilderness Association
    Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society
    Biodiversity and Wildlife
    Wilderness & Parks
    Oil Sands
    Fresh Water
    Water & Watershed Management
    Jun
    27
    2019

    Let's Talk Waterton

    Parks Canada
    Initiative: 
    Waterton Lakes National Park Management Plan
    Deadline: 
    3 Jul 2019

    From the Let's Talk Mountain Parks website: 

    Are you inspired by the beauty and history of Waterton Lakes National Park? Help shape the future of this special place.

    New management plans are due in 2020 for all mountain national parks, including Waterton Lakes National Park. Read more about Let's Talk Waterton

    Source: Let's Talk Mountain Parks
    Biodiversity and Wildlife
    Outdoor Recreation
    Wilderness & Parks
    Sep
    13
    2019

    Wild West Saloon

    Alberta Wilderness Association
    Sep 13 2019 - 6:00pm to 10:00pm

    It's a fun-filled hootenaney with foot-stompin' music, cold ale, card games, bidding and mouth-watering food!

    All proceeds help support wilderness and wildlife in Alberta.

    Tickets: $50

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    Source: Alberta Wilderness Association

    Location

    AWA Cottage School
    455 12 Street NW
    Calgary , AB
    See map: Google Maps
    Alberta Wilderness Association
    Biodiversity and Wildlife
    Wilderness & Parks
    Wildlife Protection
    Jul
    20
    2019

    Bighorn Ram Ridge Hike

    Alberta Wilderness Association
    Jul 20 2019 - 10:00am

    Offering breathtaking views of the Foothills to the east and the Ram River Valley, Ram Ridge is a wonderful piece of wilderness within Bighorn Country. The lush meadows below the exposed ridge provide the canvas for many beautiful wildflowers, and provide habitat for Bighorn sheep, grizzly bears, elk and countless bird species such as yellow-rumped warblers and spruce grouse. The Bighorn Country is an integral part of Alberta’s wilderness, serving as a migration corridor for many wildlife species, and is critical to the headwater security for the North Saskatchewan River. Read more about Bighorn Ram Ridge Hike

    Source: Alberta Wilderness Association

    Location

    Ram Ridge , AB
    See map: Google Maps
    Alberta Wilderness Association
    Biodiversity and Wildlife
    Wilderness & Parks
    Jun
    25
    2019

    Plateau Mountain Stewardship Hike

    Alberta Wilderness Association
    Jun 25 2019 - 9:30am

    First established as a Natural Area in 1971, the Plateau Mountain Ecological Reserve is the southernmost tip of Kananaskis Country, and represents a geologically and biologically distinct mountain ecosystem within Alberta. The summit of Plateau Mountain provides spectacular views of the montane meadows filled with wildflowers, in addition to Eastern slopes to the west and the prairie to the east. Read more about Plateau Mountain Stewardship Hike

    Source: Alberta Wilderness Association

    Location

    Plateau Mountain , AB
    See map: Google Maps
    Alberta Wilderness Association
    Biodiversity and Wildlife
    Outdoor Recreation
    Wilderness & Parks
    Land Management & Stewardship
    May
    25
    2019

    Castle-Crown Wilderness Coalition AGM, Lunch & Hike

    Castle-Crown Wilderness Coalition
    May 25 2019 - 10:00am

    Join Castle-Crown Wilderness Coalition for our Annual General Meeting!

    The AGM is on Saturday, May 25th from 10:00am - 12:00pm. Following a group discussion followed by lunch and a hike into the Castle Wildland Park led by Wendy Ryan, James Tweedie and Gord Petersen.

    In addition to hearing about the last year, CCWC Board of Directors would like to hear from you! As part of our AGM, we invite you to be part of a group discussion to help shape the future of our advocacy and stewardship efforts. Read more about Castle-Crown Wilderness Coalition AGM, Lunch & Hike

    Source: Eventbrite
    Source: CCWC

    Location

    Coalfields School Beaver Mines , AB
    See map: Google Maps
    Castle-Crown Wilderness Coalition
    Biodiversity and Wildlife
    Wilderness & Parks
    Apr
    30
    2019

    Edmonton Talk: Elk Island National Park

    Alberta Wilderness Association
    Apr 30 2019 - 7:00pm

    Brian Eaton, Chairperson of Friends of Elk Island Society, will discuss the pleasures of and issues facing Elk Island National Park, Edmonton’s National Park.

    • Doors: 6:30 PM
    • Tickets: $5.00

    GET TICKETS Read more about Edmonton Talk: Elk Island National Park

    Source: Alberta Wilderness Association

    Location

    Jackson Power
    9744 60 Avenue NW
    Edmonton , AB
    See map: Google Maps
    Biodiversity and Wildlife
    Wilderness & Parks

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