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Cows and Fish is looking to fill two Riparian Resource Analyst positions, to collect and interpret riparian health inventory data. You will be part of a team collecting vegetative and physical baseline information of riparian function on various streams, rivers, lakes and wetlands across Alberta. Inventory data collected will assist local communities and our organization to address riparian land management issues throughout the province. Read more about Job Opportunity: Riparian Resource Analyst, Cows and Fish
Cows and Fish is looking to fill a 1-year term position, based in southern Alberta. As part of the Alberta Riparian Habitat Management Society-“Cows and Fish”, a self directed and motivated person will provide provincial and regional support to stewardship groups, landowners, resource agencies and Cows and Fish staff through expertise in riparian ecology, management and range science. You will coordinate and implement community based and riparian health activities primarily in southern Alberta (Foothills and Grasslands Natural Regions) focusing on areas with wildlife species at risk.
Please download the Riparian Range Specialist job advertisement and details for more information. Read more about Job Opportunity: Riparian Range Specialist, Cows and Fish
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 about Biodiversity Stewardship Area Proposal South of Wood Buffalo National Park Welcome
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 about Riparian Health in the NSR Watershed - From Policy to Planting
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.
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This is a free event, but please register in advance by calllng 1-888-672-0276 or emailing [email protected]. Read more about Water Invaders, Water Defenders: World Water Day Event
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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 about ANPC Annual Workshop — Submerged: a look into Alberta's semi-aquatic and riparian zones
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 about Gravel Mining Puts Water at Risk
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:
- Two (2) Shoreline Advisors for the Living by Water Program | Job Description
- One (1) Outreach Assistant for the Nature Kids Program | Job Description
- One (1) Resource Development Assistant for the Nature Kids Program | Job Description
Click on the “job description” links above to see each position description.
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 about Holding The Reins Landowners' Summit 2016
