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DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260217T190000
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SUMMARY:February Journal Club
DESCRIPTION:Journal clubs are a great way to focus in on an interesting journal article\, often with the author in the room! Check out these graphics to learn more about journal club events and what to expect ahead of our February Journal Club\, happening on February 17th! These events are very informal and are here to be a discussion like “did you consider this in your study” or “what impacts did this have” and so much more! \nWe will be looking at the article: Assessing Post-harvest Interim Seed Storage Conditions: A Case Study of Four Boreal Plant Species with author Jean-Marie Sobze! \nOpen access article that we will be discussing: https://www.cclmportal.ca/resource/assessing-post-harvest-interim-seed-storage-conditions-case-study-four-boreal-plant
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/february-journal-club/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Biodiversity,British Columbia,Canada,Manitoba,Northwest Territories,Restoration,Yukon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260204T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260204T193000
DTSTAMP:20260107T234737Z
CREATED:20260107T234737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T234737Z
UID:6864-1770228000-1770233400@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:SERWC Webinar "Growing Restoration Success: Applying horticultural knowledge and field technology to improve plant establishment in BC and Alberta."
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n \nRegister to attend the webinar through Zoom on February 4th\, 2026! Hear from leaf Ninjas about their work in restoration! Their presentation will focus in on “Growing Restoration Success: Applying horticultural knowledge and field technology to improve plant establishment in BC and Alberta.” \n  \nWe are so excited to host this webinar and hope to see you there! \n  \nLink to register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/vox6DxsLQaKMr7Dkf6AMuQ
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/serwc-webinar-growing-restoration-success-applying-horticultural-knowledge-and-field-technology-to-improve-plant-establishment-in-bc-and-alberta/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Biodiversity,British Columbia,Canada,Presentation,Webinar,Yukon
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DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251105T190000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T190322Z
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SUMMARY:SER_WC Webinar with Renny Grilz
DESCRIPTION:Join SER-WC for our first webinar for the fall! We will hear from Renny Grilz\, PAg in Saskatchewan! Renny will chat with us about some of his findings from projects including the Nuffield project and the Native Seed Producers of Canada and the other regional initiatives. \nPlease register here to get the link! https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/-s-l8L0xRlaf6PyaCzOYxw
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/ser_wc-webinar-with-renny-grilz/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,British Columbia,Canada,Conservation,Manitoba,Northwest Territories,Prairies,Saskatchewan,Seeds,SER Event,Webinar,Yukon
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ORGANIZER;CN="SER-WC":MAILTO:restorewc@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250225T190000
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DTSTAMP:20250219T025135Z
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SUMMARY:SER WC February Webinar with Fixed Earth!
DESCRIPTION:Please join SER WC for our first webinar event of 2025! Join us for a webinar with Fixed Earth on February 25th\, 2025\, starting at 7pm PST! \nPlease register for the event here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/kFiXlnheSxmulr8eVj8dGw \n \nIf you have any questions about the event\, or would like more info\, please email restorewc@gmail.com! We welcome ideas for journal topics for future events!\nHope to see you there!
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/ser-wc-february-webinar-with-fixed-earth/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,British Columbia,Canada,Ecology,Manitoba,Northwest Territories,SER Event,Yukon
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180917
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180918
DTSTAMP:20180626T171603Z
CREATED:20180626T171603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180626T171603Z
UID:5823-1537142400-1537228799@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Upland and Peatland Field Tour
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/upland-and-peatland-field-tour/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Field Tour,Peatlands
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180817
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180818
DTSTAMP:20180813T234400Z
CREATED:20180813T234400Z
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UID:5837-1534464000-1534550399@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Fall Creek Bull Trout Habitat Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Join Trout Unlimited Canada (TUC) for a riparian restoration project along Fall Creek in west-central Alberta. The project involves planting willow plugs adjacent to Fall Creek. This is a great opportunity to help learn about bioengineering and riparian restoration\, and help improve the health of Fall Creek\, an important Bull Trout stream in the Ram River watershed. \nThe goal of the project is to add deep-rooted\, native woody plants along the creek bank to help add strength to the soils\, stabilize the bank\, and prevent excess erosion. Willow planting is a bioengineering technique which helps speed up recovery of disturbed sites like this. \nFall Creek is a tributary to the Ram River and is an important stream for native Bull Trout. Extensive off-highway vehicle (OHV) use in and around Fall Creek had damaged the riparian habitat and even diverted water flow from the natural channel into the OHV trail increasing erosion and sedimentation in the stream. By decomissioning the undesignated OHV trails and completing extensive bioengineering and tree planting\, TUC and Alberta Environment and Parks are working to restore the overall health of Fall Creek to improve the health of the Bull Trout population. \nLunch and water will be provided (please bring a refillable water bottle). All tools and equipment will be provided; please dress appropriately for field work. \nThe meeting location will be at the Tim Hortons in Rocky Mountain House (4403 41 Ave\, Rocky Mountain House\, AB T4T 1A6). We will then carpool to the site.
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/fall-creek-bull-trout-habitat-restoration-workday/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Get your hands dirty!,Restoration
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20180808T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20180808T200000
DTSTAMP:20180626T171441Z
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UID:5821-1533754800-1533758400@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Indirect effects of mountain pine beetle on the next generation of pine forests
DESCRIPTION:Boreal Nature Series free public event with guest speaker Dr. Karst\, University of Alberta. 7 to 8 pm on Wednesday\, August 8th\, 2018. Northern Lakes College\, Peace River\, Alberta.
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/indirect-effects-of-mountain-pine-beetle-on-the-next-generation-of-pine-forests/
LOCATION:Northern Lakes College\, 1201 Main St SE\, Slave Lake\, AB\, T0G 2A3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Boreal Forests,Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20180625T190000
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UID:5802-1529953200-1529960400@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Elbow River Watershed Partnership AGM
DESCRIPTION:The ERWP’s AGM takes place Monday\, June 25 from 7 to 9 pm at the CountryWood Retreat and Conference Centre in Bragg Creek (36 White Avenue). \nWe are looking forward to sharing updates on our exciting upcoming projects including restoration\, the Freshwater Field Study\, the West Bragg Interpretive trail\, a State of the Watershed report and online tool and anticipate a presentation on the topic of ‘Traditional Knowledge’. \nWine\, cheese and nibbles will be provided. Registration is free but recommended. \nPlease register here for our AGM
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/elbow-river-watershed-partnership-agm/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Meeting,Watershed Management
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180613
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180615
DTSTAMP:20180504T000719Z
CREATED:20180504T000719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180504T000719Z
UID:5758-1528848000-1529020799@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:PCF Meeting & Tour
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/pcf-meeting-tour/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Conservation,Meeting,Prairies
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180514
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180515
DTSTAMP:20180426T000006Z
CREATED:20180426T000006Z
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UID:5751-1526256000-1526342399@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Annual Wetland Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Details\n\n\n\n\nThe Seventh Annual Wetland Workshop will be held at Cochrane on May 14\, 2018.Topics are expected to include: wetland reclamation and restoration; wetland pre-disturbance assessment; wetland management; updates on wetland practice;  understanding competencies\, and a regulatory panel discussion. \nProgram Schedule is available HERE. \nDate: Monday\, May 14th\, 2018 \nTime: 09:00 – 16:30\, Check-in starts at 8:30 a.m. \nLocation: The Cochrane Ranch House\, Cochrane\, AB. \nhttps://www.google.ca/maps/place/Cochrane+RancheHouse/@51.2024444\,-114.4770089\,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x4171be7942f7cfa9:0x929c8cf9d21e4a36!8m2!3d51.2024444!4d-114.4748202 \nRefreshments: Coffee and lunch will be supplied \nTickets\n\nASPB Members – $175.00\nStudent – $50.00\nNon-Members – $250.00
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/annual-wetland-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Wetlands,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20180428T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20180428T120000
DTSTAMP:20180413T162931Z
CREATED:20180413T162931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180413T162931Z
UID:5716-1524909600-1524916800@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:SMLS Public Lecture - The new Impact Assessment Act: Implications for Alberta’s Indigenous Peoples\, Pipeline Approvals and Oil Sands Development
DESCRIPTION:“The new Impact Assessment Act: Implications for Alberta’s Indigenous Peoples\, Pipeline Approvals and Oil Sands Development” \nOn February 8\, 2018\, the Minister of Environment and Climate Change submitted Bill C-69 for first reading that proposes to enact a new Impact Assessment Act and a new Canadian Energy Regulator to replace the National Energy Board. What are the implications of the new Impact Assessment Act and related legislation (amending the Fisheries Act) for Alberta’s First Nations and Métis Groups? What would the changes mean for Pipeline approvals and oil sands development?
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/smls-public-lecture-the-new-impact-assessment-act-implications-for-albertas-indigenous-peoples-pipeline-approvals-and-oil-sands-development/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Public Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20180424T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20180424T100000
DTSTAMP:20180416T231350Z
CREATED:20180416T231350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180416T231350Z
UID:5721-1524555000-1524564000@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Green Regs and Ham: Pickerel\, Pipelines and Pancakes
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/green-regs-and-ham-pickerel-pipelines-and-pancakes/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Meeting,Presentation,Regulation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20180327T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20180327T133000
DTSTAMP:20180319T145912Z
CREATED:20180319T145912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180319T145912Z
UID:5657-1522148400-1522157400@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:What the Heck is Soil Fertility
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: \nDr. Ieuan Rhys Evans \nDr. Evans is a forensic plant pathologist with a background in chemistry\, soil science\, plant diseases and micronutrient requirements of plants.  He completed his BSc at the University of Wales and his PhD at the University of Florida in 1969. His career ranged from a professor at the University of Guelph to Provincial Plant Pathologist for Alberta Agriculture. \nDescription: \n \nPresently\, Dr Evans is very disappointed that only 10 – 15% of farmers in this province and across the prairies test their soil for crop nutrients. \nWhat is it that they do not understand or misunderstand about soil fertility? \nSuccessful economic crop production is based on solid science and sound facts. Remember the best indicator of soil health is a good crop that meets a farmer’s expectations\, which seems to elude most farmers and in particular the general public. \nDr Evans will communicate the foundations of soil fertility in line with his seminar! \nThe event will be held in Edmonton at the Faculty Club at the University of Alberta and broadcast across Alberta via weblink. The webinar will be delivered as a live video stream. Webinar participants will be sent the weblink access information via email 48 hours prior to the event. Please ensure that your email information registered with the AIA is correct. The lunch buffet includes two meat items plus a seafood item\, Full Salad Bar\, Full Dessert Buffet and Coffee/Tea all inclusive. Parking at the Faculty Club is available in Lot V at a rate of $2.00 for the duration of the entire event. \n11:00    Doors Open \n11:00 – 11:30 Networking \n11:30 – 12:15 Lunch \n12:15 – 13:00 Presentation \n13:00 – 13:30 Questions & Answers \nAdmission: \nMembers/Non-Members: $30.00\nStudents: $25.00\nWebinar: $12.00 \nMember Benefits:\n\nReview the concept of soil fertility. Learn about the hard science of mineral plant nutrition. How has soil health to be understood in the context of growing crop? Learn how soil characteristics affect plant growth. \nContact Information/ Website: \nMembers and non-members should register online. Registration closes at 4:00 pm on March 23\, 2018. Please note that for group registration for the weblink\, each individual attending must register. Only individuals that have registered qualify for AIA Continuing Competence Program (CCP) credits. Should you have questions regarding the event\, please contact the ASN at  Albertasoilsnetwork@gmail.com  or Ted Furler at 780-660-4889 or Sebastian Dietrich at 587-990-0626.\n \n 
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/what-the-heck-is-soil-fertility/
CATEGORIES:Agriculture,Alberta,Presentation,Soil & Land
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20180323T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20180323T130000
DTSTAMP:20180319T150536Z
CREATED:20180319T150536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180319T150536Z
UID:5659-1521806400-1521810000@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Webinar - Impacts on peatland functions in Western Boreal Canada: Fire\, thaw and human disturbances
DESCRIPTION:Dr. David Olefeldt\, University of Alberta\nIf you are unable to attend this day\, please note the webinars are recorded and will be available for viewing shortly after the webinar concludes at https://www.wetlandbmpexchange.com/webinar-series \nAbstract: \nWestern Boreal Canada has widespread peatlands\, and represents a peatland region with several unique characteristics that will influence impacts of disturbances on important peatland functions. Of particular importance in western Canada are the individual and interactive effects of widespread stressors like wildfire\, permafrost thaw\, and human activities. In this presentation\, Dr. Olefeldt (Assistant Professor and CAIP Research Chair in Wetland Restoration and Watershed Management\, Department of Renewable Resources\, University of Alberta) will present some of his recent and ongoing research. He will highlight research on how peatland fires affect permafrost stability\, what the consequences of wildfire and permafrost thaw in peatlands are for the greenhouse gas exchange\, and for downstream water quality. He will address some of the key challenges in scaling results from field studies to larger regional or pan-boreal scales. Lastly\, he will discuss how we can learn from natural disturbances to better understand recovery and restoration of peatlands disturbed by human activities. \nLearn more about David Olefeldt’s work at https://www.ualberta.ca/agriculture-life-environment-sciences/about-us/facultylecturer-directory/david-olefeldt \nThis webinar is free of charge and log in information will be provided on your ticket via email following registration. \nThe Wetland BMP Knowledge Exchange is a venue for sharing boreal wetland best management practices information with the goal of raising awareness\, increasing information transfer\, and fostering collaboration amoungst industry\, government\, and other interested stakeholders. For more information\, visit our website at www.wetlandbmpexchange.com or contact us at wbf_bmp@ducks.ca.
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/webinar-impacts-on-peatland-functions-in-western-boreal-canada-fire-thaw-and-human-disturbances/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Fire Ecology,Peatlands,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180213T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180213T130000
DTSTAMP:20180122T024557Z
CREATED:20180122T024557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180122T024557Z
UID:5558-1518523200-1518526800@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Using soils\, tree-ring data\, and historic records to establish a restoration target at the Cross Conservation Area
DESCRIPTION:Details\n\n\n\n\nPresented by Dr. David Goldblum and Emily Lambert \nTickets\n\nPlease email me the webinar link (link will be emailed morning of event) – $0.00\n\nDate:              February 13\,2018 \nTime:              12:00  to 1:00 pm \nLocation:      Conference Room ‘A’\, Husky Conference Centre\, Calgary\, AB\, \nPlus 30 level\, 707-8th Avenue SW (take the escalator up two flights) \nCCP:                 This course qualifies ASPB members to earn 1 Professional Development Hour \nCost:                Free. No charge for Members or Non-Members \nWebcast:       Presentation will also be available via webcast (Adobe Connect) \nLink will be posted HERE (letters will appear blue when link is posted on the morning of event.) \nInquiries:       Please register to be emailed the link for the webinar. \nFor other inquiries about the webcast\, contact ASPB Office at pbiol@aspb.ab.ca. \nFor inquiries about the BBL\,contact Kyna O’Gallagher \nSummary: \nLittle of the pre-European vegetation community remains in the fescue grassland ecoregion of southern Alberta. The Ann and Sandy Cross Conservation Area (near Priddis) which is on the fringe of this and the aspen parkland ecoregion is interested in developing a long-term restoration plan for their site. Determining pre-European settlement vegetation patterns can be challenging\, especially in areas with few historic written accounts. Thus\, we seek to combine numerous documentary and environmental data sources to reconstruct the vegetation community for the Cross Conservation Area site. Specifically\, we focus on soil conditions\, tree-ages\, historic aerial images\, and the late 19th Century Dominion Land Survey to piece together a target for restoring the site to pre-European conditions. This project is in the early stages\, so we present some theoretical background and preliminary results. \nPresenter Biography \nEmily Lambert is an undergraduate student at the University of Calgary\, in the department of Geography.  Her interests include Biogeography and Landscape Ecology\, and in the future\, she is hoping to be doing work in landscape management\, restoration and conservation.  She in the Vice President of Events of the Palliser Club at the university\, which is the undergraduate geography club. In her spare time\, she enjoys being outdoors\, volunteering at a wildlife center\, and teaching karate. \n  \nDavid Goldblum is an associate professor in the Department of Geography at the University of Calgary. David’s research interests focus on both natural disturbances and anthropogenic impacts on forest\, grassland\, and woodland plant communities. He’s had research projects on fire ecology in Australia and Colorado\, forest ecology in New Caledonia\, New York state\, and central Ontario\, and grassland ecology in Illinois and Alberta.
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/webinar-using-soils-tree-ring-data-and-historic-records-to-establish-a-restoration-target-at-the-cross-conservation-area/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Conservation,Restoration
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180131T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180131T213000
DTSTAMP:20180125T221532Z
CREATED:20180125T221532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180125T221532Z
UID:5559-1517427000-1517434200@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Phytoremediation: Let the plants fix it
DESCRIPTION:Details\n\n\n\n\nPresenter: Dr. Fardausi (Shathi) Akhter \nDate:    January 31\, 2018 \nTime: 7:30 pm \nLocation: Fort McMurray. AMEC room at Keyano College (Syncrude Sport and Wellness Centre). \nWebinar: This event will be available by webinar. A link will be provided the day of the event. \nInquiries: Danna M Schock\, PhD\, P. Biol  \nPlease Note: This event is listed on the ASPB Website as a “BBL” (Brown Bag Luncheon) but is actually being held in the evening. \nSummary: \nDr. Akhter’s presentation will be a gentle introduction to chemical\, ecological\, and physiological concepts of phytoremedition\, and provide thought-provoking consideration of the strengths and drawbacks of plants’ ability to sequester\, alter and redistribute metals in a variety of ecosystems. \nPresenter: \nThe topic of phytoremediation is one that is near and dear to Dr. Akhter’s heart and has informed much of her research career. Her work has ranged from examination of cadmium toxicity in human food crops to metal toxicity in natural and constructed wetlands in the Athabasca oil sands region. \nThe ASPB is not responsible for the content of this presentation; the information and views expressed by the presenter(s) are their own.
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/phytoremediation-let-the-plants-fix-it/
CATEGORIES:Alberta
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20180118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20180118T163000
DTSTAMP:20180103T184314Z
CREATED:20180103T184314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180103T184314Z
UID:5497-1516269600-1516293000@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:PCF AGM
DESCRIPTION:The Prairie Conservation Forum will be holding their Annual General Meeting at the Bass Pro Store (Cross Iron Mills Mall) near Calgary on Thursday\, January 18\, 2017 from 10:00 am to 4:30 pm.  \nThe morning agenda will focus on work the PCF is involved in and will feature a short presentation from high school student and winner of the Youth Range Days Top Hand Award\, Courtney Taylor\, on sustainable range management. Board elections will occur after lunch\, followed by member updates and two presentations: one from Alberta Environment and Parks on wildlife directives for renewable energy development\, and one from Miistakis  on the work they are doing to advance conservation on the prairie landscape. \nPlease RSVP by Tuesday\, January 16\, 2018 by completing the online registration at: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/prairie-conservation-forum-annual-general-meeting-2018-tickets-41765759511.
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/pcf-agm-3/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Meeting,Prairies
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180119
DTSTAMP:20171121T172951Z
CREATED:20171121T172951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171121T172951Z
UID:5440-1516233600-1516319999@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:PCF AGM
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/pcf-agm-2/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180116T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180116T133000
DTSTAMP:20180117T005523Z
CREATED:20180117T005523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180117T005523Z
UID:5546-1516104000-1516109400@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:WEBINAR - Riparian 101: Ecology and Function
DESCRIPTION:What makes riparian areas tick? Join us for this webinar to improve your ecological literacy of these dynamic and vital green zones. We’ll provide help in identifying riparian areas\, what riparian areas do and why this is important to us and a wake- up call for riparian health. Key ecological functions and products\, services and benefits will also be discussed.
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/webinar-riparian-101-ecology-and-function/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Riparian Habitat,Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20171214T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20171214T210000
DTSTAMP:20171201T020129Z
CREATED:20171201T020129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171201T020129Z
UID:5453-1513276200-1513285200@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:North Central Native Trout Recovery Program Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Presentations and a short question period on the NCNT program will take place in the early evening\, (6:30-8PM) followed by a workshop (8-9PM) where attendees will brainstorm and discuss specific actions stakeholder groups and public members can take to help recover native trout. \n  \nThursday December 14\, 2017\n6:30 PM – 9:00 PM MST \nLocation\nAlfred H Savage Building (Aspen Room)\, 13909 Fox Dr NW\, Edmonton\nParking available at venue Click here to download parking directions
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/north-central-native-trout-recovery-program-information-session/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Presentation,Species at Risk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20171212T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20171212T210000
DTSTAMP:20171201T020311Z
CREATED:20171201T020311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171201T020311Z
UID:5455-1513103400-1513112400@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:North Central Native Trout Recovery Program Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Presentations and a short question period on the NCNT program will take place in the early evening\, (6:30-8PM) followed by a workshop (8-9PM) where attendees will brainstorm and discuss specific actions stakeholder groups and public members can take to help recover native trout. \nTue\, December 12\, 2017\n6:30 PM – 9:00 PM MST \n\nLocation\nAlberta Wilderness Association\n455 – 12 St NW\nCalgary\, Alberta\nLimited parking available at the AWA building Click here for map\nParking available at Hillhurst Sunnyside Community Association\, 1320 5 Ave NW\, Calgary Click here for directions
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/north-central-native-trout-recovery-program-information-session-2/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Presentation,Species at Risk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20171206T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20171206T213000
DTSTAMP:20171120T200739Z
CREATED:20171120T200739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171120T200739Z
UID:5430-1512585000-1512595800@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Wetlands Reclamation in the Oil Sands
DESCRIPTION:Edmonton Talk: Wetlands Reclamation in the Oil Sands\nJackson Power & Electric LTD.\n9744 – 60 Ave\, Edmonton\n\nwith Dr. Lee Foote
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/wetlands-reclamation-in-the-oil-sands/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Reclamation,Wetlands
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20171124T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20171124T210000
DTSTAMP:20171027T201245Z
CREATED:20171027T201245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171027T201245Z
UID:5359-1511546400-1511557200@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Conservation for a Changing World
DESCRIPTION:FRIDAY\, NOVEMBER 24\, 2017\nRECEPTION INCLUDING REFRESHMENTS 6:00PM • LECTURE AND AWARDS 7:00PM\nAWA HILLHURST COTTAGE SCHOOL (455 12 STREET NW\, CALGARY AB)\nMEMBERS $50 • NON-MEMBERS $75
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/conservation-for-a-changing-world/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Conservation
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171116
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171117
DTSTAMP:20170830T011505Z
CREATED:20170830T011505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170830T011505Z
UID:5131-1510790400-1510876799@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:FRF Annual Fall Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Claresholm Community Hall\, Claresholm\, Alberta  — November 16th \, 2017 \nA variety of stakeholders gather for one day to listen to presentations on grassland conservation and restoration. The open mike session fosters a collaborative environment for the exchange of current information and new ideas through short updates on emerging issues\, current projects\, restoration efforts and techniques for restoring native grassland habitats. The event includes our ‘traditional’ welcome cinnamon rolls\, a catered lunch and plenty of opportunity to visit and network. \n  \nRegistration: Early bird rates by October 16th\, 2017 are $65.00 per person.\nAgricultural Producers & Students pay $40; Registration after the early bird date is $85.00. \n  \nOnline Registration is available at www.foothillsrestorationforum.ca; or you are welcome to contact \nDonna Watt directly at:  corpirate@shaw.ca or (403) 563‐8925.
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/frf-annual-fall-information-session/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Meeting,Restoration
ORGANIZER;CN="Foothills Restoration Forum":MAILTO:corpirate@shaw.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20171115T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20171115T210000
DTSTAMP:20171027T195909Z
CREATED:20171027T195909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171027T195909Z
UID:5357-1510770600-1510779600@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Last Stand: The Vanishing Caribou Rainforest
DESCRIPTION:WEDNESDAY\, NOVEMBER 15\, 2017\n6:30 PM\nAWA COTTAGE SCHOOL\n455 12 STREET NW\n$10 \nAWA presents a screening of Last Stand: The Vanishing Caribou Forest. \nLast Stand: The Vanishing Caribou Rainforest is a cinematic journey into the tragically threatened world of endangered mountain caribou\, their home in the world’s largest remaining inland temperate rainforest\, and the critical human choices that will ultimately decide the fate of this stunning ecosystem. \nScreening of the film will be followed by AWA’s Carolyn Campbell’s update on the status of Alberta’s caribou.
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/last-stand-the-vanishing-caribou-rainforest/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Social,Species at Risk,Wildlife
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20171115T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20171115T210000
DTSTAMP:20171027T194132Z
CREATED:20171027T194132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171027T194132Z
UID:5351-1510770600-1510779600@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:NatureTalks: Why Water Matters
DESCRIPTION:The NatureTalks cross-country speaker series is visiting Calgary. Purchase tickets today for an evening of thought-provoking discussion\, featuring a multi-disciplinary panel that will explore the value of water —as a resource\, an inspiration and place that sustains life. Join us afterwards for socializing and refreshments. \nDate: Wednesday\, November 15\, 2017\nLocation: TELUS Spark – 220 St Georges Dr NE\, Calgary\, AB\nTime: Doors at 6:30 p.m.\, event begins at 7:00 p.m. \nTickets: 1 for $10/ 2 for $15 – Click here to purchase \n\nQuestions? Email events@natureconservancy.ca or call 1-800-465-0029 ex. 2282 \nEvent speakers: More speakers to be announced\n\nMichael Crothers\nPresident | Shell Canada\nDan Kraus\nSenior Conservation Biologist | Nature Conservancy of Canada\nJeff Saarela\nResearch Scientist\, Botany | Canadian Museum of Nature\nKevin Van Tighem\nAuthor | Heart Waters: Sources of the Bow River\n\n\nModerated by:\n\nJane Gilbert\nVice-president\, Public Affairs and Communications | Nature Conservancy of Canada
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/naturetalks-why-water-matters-2/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Presentation
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171002
DTSTAMP:20170920T144212Z
CREATED:20170920T144212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170920T144212Z
UID:5232-1506816000-1506902399@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Demonstration Garden Planting
DESCRIPTION:Here is an opportunity for you to come out and learn about an easy way to convert turf into a planting bed so you can see less of your lawnmower\, watering hose and chemicals! \nWith your help\, we’ll plant a demonstration garden of native sun-loving perennials and shrubs that can take the place of a lawn with minimal maintenance requirements. While we’re building\, we’ll explain how alternatives to turf and healthier soil prevent flooding\, mitigate drought\, improve water quality and put money back in your pocket. \nBring your gardening questions and plans and get advice for your own property. \nStay for an hour\, stay for the day. \nLunch\, literature and refreshments provided. This is a free event\, made possible with support from the Calgary Foundation. \nSunday\, October 1\, 2017 \n10 to noon and 1 to 3 p.m.
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/demonstration-garden-planting-2/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Get your hands dirty!,Native Plants,Presentation
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170927
DTSTAMP:20170905T004630Z
CREATED:20170905T004630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170905T004630Z
UID:5153-1506384000-1506470399@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Northern Leopard Frog Workshop
DESCRIPTION:As a part of the WBR Northern Leopard Frog Project we will be hosting a workshop on the afternoon of Tuesday\, September 26th for anyone interested in learning more about the northern leopard frog\, how they contribute to our environment and ways in which we can foster their return to southern Alberta.  Speakers will include Lea Randall from the Calgary Zoo and Brad Downey from MULTISAR.  Parks Canada staff from Waterton will also present on the Park’s reintroduction efforts. \nWe are still very interested in hearing about your northern leopard frog sightings and stories (both past and present) and welcome you to contact us at nleopardfrog@watertonbiosphere.com \nFor more information on the WBR Northern Leopard Frog Project click here
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/northern-leopard-frog-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Wildlife
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170924
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170925
DTSTAMP:20170920T144109Z
CREATED:20170920T144109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170920T144109Z
UID:5230-1506211200-1506297599@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Demonstration Garden Planting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an opportunity for you to come out and learn about two landscaping features that will help you see less of your lawnmower\, watering hose and chemicals! \nWith your help\, we’ll plant a demonstration garden of native sun-loving perennials that can take the place of a lawn with minimal maintenance requirements. Tucked in at the front will be a rain garden that holds precious rainwater. While we’re building\, we’ll explain how rain gardens and alternatives to turf protect ponds and wetlands and Nose Creek and put money back in your pocket. Bring your gardening questions and plans and get advice for your own property. Stay for an hour\, stay for the day. Lunch\, literature and refreshments provided. This is a free event\, made possible with support from the Calgary Foundation. \n  \nSunday\, September 24\, 2017 \n10 to noon and 1 to 3 p.m. \n465 Midtown Parkway SW AIRDRIE
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/demonstration-garden-planting/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Get your hands dirty!,Native Plants,Presentation
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170922
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170925
DTSTAMP:20170905T004305Z
CREATED:20170905T004305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170905T004305Z
UID:5150-1506038400-1506297599@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Waterton Wildlife Weekend
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/waterton-wildlife-weekend/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Wildlife
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