Riparian Areas

The State of Riparian Areas in the Pembina River Watershed

Jun 29 2021 - 10:00am

From the AWC website:

Join us Tuesday at 10 AM with our Watershed Coordinator, Sarah MacDonald, and three guest speakers for a conversation about riparian areas in the Pembina River Watershed! This is event is open to the public and is free to join.

Register for this webinar in advance by clicking here. Read More

Stream Rehabilitation Training

Nov 17 2019 - 12:00am
Nov 18 2019 - 12:00am

In partnership with Trout Unlimited Canada (TUC), the City of Calgary will be offering the Stream Rehabilitation Training Program begining fall 2019. The workshops provide up-to-date information on the science and best practices of rehabilitating stream ecosystems and their watersheds. The course demonstrates how we integrate disciplines through a systems approach, by providing students with an understanding of watershed and stream dynamics, assessment and monitoring, rehabilitation planning and implementation. This course will provide a great education for anyone interested in on the ground restoration including conservationists, stewardship groups, students, researchers, and professionals. Read More

Location

Calgary , AB

Biodiversity Stewardship Area Proposal South of Wood Buffalo National Park Welcome

Today the Alberta government proposed permanent protection of a significant area of lands south of Wood Buffalo National Park that are important for wildlife and Indigenous communities. Alberta Wilderness Association (AWA) welcomes this proposal and the associated public consultation process. Read More

Riparian Health in the NSR Watershed - From Policy to Planting

Oct 25 2018 - 9:00am to 3:00pm

A riparian area is defined as the strip of moisture-loving vegetation growing along the edge of a natural water body. A riparian management zone usually extends from the water’s edge to the upland area.

What progress has been made to protect and improve riparian areas in the North Saskatchewan River watershed? Read More

Location

Clymont Community League
#1 51424 Highway 60
T7Y 1C3 Spruce Grove , AB

Water Invaders, Water Defenders: World Water Day Event

Mar 22 2018 - 11:00pm to Mar 23 2018 - 2:00am

Join us to learn more about the native and invasive aquatic species, the health of the Battle River, and the local people who are helping to ensure the health of the land and water in this region.

Register Now!

This is a free event, but please register in advance by calllng 1-888-672-0276 or emailing [email protected]. Read More

Location

Ponoka Legion
3911 Highway 2A
Ponoka , AB

ANPC Annual Workshop — Submerged: a look into Alberta's semi-aquatic and riparian zones

Mar 17 2018 - 2:00pm to 10:00pm

Program & Registration Details

Workshop will also include:

Exhibitors
Informative displays

Seed Share
Bring native seed to share with other attendees or find interesting native seed to take home. If bringing seed to share, please ensure the seeds are from native plants and package them in small envelopes labeled with the scientific and common name as well as the harvest location. Read More

Location

Devon Golf and Conference Centre
1130 River Valley Road
Devon , AB

Gravel Mining Puts Water at Risk

Alberta’s gravel mining policy significantly erodes environmental protection by allowing gravel mining to occur in the 1:100 year floodplain of rivers. Documents obtained by private citizens in a Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP) request reveal that Alberta’s internal sand and gravel mining policy was developed and approved in 2011 in a secretive process that ignored expert scientific advice and excluded the public. Read More

Summer Job Opportunities with Nature Alberta

Nature Alberta has posted summer job opportunities for returning post-secondary students". From the Nature Alberta website:

Nature Alberta is hiring post-secondary students for the following seasonal positions:

Click on the “job description” links above to see each position description.

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Holding The Reins Landowners' Summit 2016

Mar 10 2016 - 3:30pm to 9:30pm

Are you someone concerned about the sustainability of your food? Interested in the future of rangeland conservation in Southern Alberta? This event is for you!

Holding the Reins 2016 will be hosted on March 10, 2016 at the Fort MacLeod Community Hall. This year's landowner summit will showcase many interesting speakers who will present on important topics and programs within the Oldman watershed and beyond. This year, we are excited to host 40 agriculture science students from the Lethbridge College. Read More

Location

Fort MacLeod Community Hall
301 25 Street
Fort MacLeod , AB

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