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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20180323T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20180323T130000
DTSTAMP:20180319T150536Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180213T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180213T130000
DTSTAMP:20180122T024557Z
CREATED:20180122T024557Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180131T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180131T213000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20180118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20180118T163000
DTSTAMP:20180103T184314Z
CREATED:20180103T184314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180103T184314Z
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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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180119
DTSTAMP:20171121T172951Z
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SUMMARY:PCF AGM
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/pcf-agm-2/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180116T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180116T133000
DTSTAMP:20180117T005523Z
CREATED:20180117T005523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180117T005523Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20171214T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20171214T210000
DTSTAMP:20171201T020129Z
CREATED:20171201T020129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171201T020129Z
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171002
DTSTAMP:20170920T144212Z
CREATED:20170920T144212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170920T144212Z
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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
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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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170915
DTSTAMP:20170713T231024Z
CREATED:20170713T231024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170713T231024Z
UID:4982-1505260800-1505433599@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:PCF Meeting
DESCRIPTION:We are looking to have it in Milk River on September 13 and 14\, 2017\, with the tour portion going into the Sweetgrass hills in Montana (this means that members wishing to take part on the tour will need to have valid passports).
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/pcf-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Meeting,Prairies
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20170829T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20170829T140000
DTSTAMP:20170726T223230Z
CREATED:20170726T223230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170726T223230Z
UID:5037-1503999000-1504015200@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Paintearth Riparian Health Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/paintearth-riparian-health-day/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Field Tour,Riparian Habitat
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170810
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170811
DTSTAMP:20170710T215744Z
CREATED:20170710T215744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170710T215744Z
UID:4948-1502323200-1502409599@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Journey into Blind Canyon
DESCRIPTION:Event Details\nAugust 10th\, 2017\, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM \nBlind Canyon\, Alberta\nHabitat Restoration \n\nJoin NCC and the Castle-Crown Wilderness Coalition (CCWC) on a stunning hike into Blind Canyon to tackle invasive weeds on this site which\, while remote\, is not immune to encroachment from invasive plants. \nPlease note\, the event involves a one hour up-hill hike to access the site\, so all participants must be physically prepared & equipped for a strenuous day of hiking. Pack horses will be used to assist in removal of the weeds. \nIf you’d like to carpool to the event\, please click here\, https://www.groupcarpool.com/t/t6a748 to add your car or join a ride going to the event. There is also a wait list feature if there isn’t a ride there yet that works for you. Happy carpooling! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMore Information\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Blind CanyonConserved in partnership with Alberta Conservation Association (ACA) and Alberta Fish and Game Association (AFGA)\, Blind Canyon is scenically located along the front slopes of the Rocky Mountains\, southwest of Twin Butte. The property\, originally purchased by the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation of Canada\, was acquired by NCC\, ACA and AFGA in 2009 when the foundation closed its Canadian operations. \nTwo creeks flow through the property\, which  features an old homestead site from the 1920s. The property is also part of a key movement corridor for wide-ranging carnivores\, such a grizzly bears and wolverine. This area along the Rocky Mountain slopes is a haven for a diverse range of plant life as well. Nine rare species have been documented on the property\, including limber pine and mariposa lily. \nWhat you will be doingIn partnership with the Castle Crown Wilderness Coalition\, we will be tackling our first volunteer-powered weed pull at an old farm site in the front ranges of Blind Canyon. We’ll be targeting several restricted and noxious weeds\, including burdock. \nWhy you will love itEnjoy a stunning hike into Blind Canyon led by local guide\, Wendy Ryan. Take in the beautiful scenery and learn about both the natural and human history of the area.
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/journey-into-blind-canyon/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Get your hands dirty!,Restoration
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170727
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170801
DTSTAMP:20170721T224845Z
CREATED:20170721T224845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170721T224845Z
UID:5013-1501113600-1501545599@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:2017 BSC BIOBLITZ
DESCRIPTION:This year\, the 2017 BSC Bioblitz has been scheduled for July 27-31 in the two main blocks of Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park in Saskatchewan and Alberta.  More information regarding the sampling sites\, vehicles\, camping and other accommodation options will be circulated shortly. \nThis year\, the BSC event has paired up with Bioblitz Canada 150 for a period of 24 hours. http://bioblitzcanada.ca/events_science-cypress.aspx \nParticipants to this portion of the program will be asked to produce a list of taxa collected during those 24 hours at a level of taxonomic resolution to be determined based on the sampled taxa. \nFor additional information about this event\, please contact Cory Sheffield cory.sheffield@gov.sk.ca
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/2017-bsc-bioblitz/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Get your hands dirty!,Saskatchewan
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170726
DTSTAMP:20170515T002149Z
CREATED:20170515T002149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170515T002149Z
UID:4760-1500940800-1501027199@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:10th Annual West Castle Wetlands Ecological Reserve Weed Pull
DESCRIPTION:Come help fight invasive weeds in the ecological reserve and enjoy a BBQ after all your hard work!\nWhen: July 25th from 9:30am-3:30pm\nWhere: West Castle Wetland Ecological Reserve\nMore info: Click here
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/10th-annual-west-castle-wetlands-ecological-reserve-weed-pull-2/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Get your hands dirty!,Invasive Species
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170719
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170720
DTSTAMP:20170711T220651Z
CREATED:20170711T220651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170711T220651Z
UID:4964-1500422400-1500508799@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Carbon & Forages
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Barry Irving from the University of Alberta as he speaks to carbon capture and forages and the current research in Alberta. \nHe will be followed by Grant Lastiwka from Alberta Agriculture & Forestry who will talk to pasture management\, forages\, carbon\, and connecting the dots. He will speak to the big picture and why measuring carbon isn’t easy. \nWe will wrap up the afternoon with a field tour led by Dianne Westerland of the Chinook Applied Research Association who will show us the Foothills Forage Perennial Forages Trial which features 32 different varieties of forages. \nWhen: July 19\, 2017\n1:00pm-4:30pm \nWhere: Rugby Hall (near Didsbury) From Hwy 2\, turn into Didsbury and follow Hwy 582 west then turn south/west onto Twnship Rd 313/RR 40. The hall is at the corner of RR40 and TR 312. (see map below) \nCost: $15/members\, $20/non-members
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/carbon-forages/
CATEGORIES:Agriculture,Alberta
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170714
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170715
DTSTAMP:20170710T152218Z
CREATED:20170710T152218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170710T152218Z
UID:4945-1499990400-1500076799@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:A Golden Bouquet
DESCRIPTION:Event Details\nJuly 14th\, 2017\, 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM \nGolden Ranches Conservation Area\, Alberta\nHabitat Restoration \n\nThe Golden Ranches property is located in the heart of the Cooking Lake Moraine. It is home to an abundance of wildlife including a number of song birds\, mule deer\, moose\, and red-tail hawk. Come explore the area with NCC and partners\, and help remove noxious common tansy and hear from internationally acclaimed “Nature Nut” John Acorn! \nIf you’d like to carpool to the event\, please click here\, https://www.groupcarpool.com/t/sgb0xq to add your car or join a ride going to the event. There is also a wait list feature if there isn’t a ride there yet that works for you. Happy carpooling!
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/a-golden-bouquet/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Get your hands dirty!,Restoration
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170713
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170714
DTSTAMP:20170710T152003Z
CREATED:20170710T152003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170710T152003Z
UID:4943-1499904000-1499990399@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Thistle Be Fun
DESCRIPTION:Event Details\nJuly 13th\, 2017\, 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM \nClifford E. Lee Nature Sanctuary\, Alberta\nHabitat Restoration \n\nCare to join us? “Thistle” only take a minute! Join us as we head to Clifford E. Lee Nature Sanctuary to continue our ongoing control of invasive thistle. Take part in this fun-filled day of invasive species control \, tidying the trails\, and bad puns\, to help ensure Clifford E. Lee remains a sanctuary for native plants and wildlife! \nIf you’d like to carpool to the event\, please click here\, https://www.groupcarpool.com/t/czku3r to add your car or join a ride going to the event. There is also a wait list feature if there isn’t a ride there yet that works for you. Happy carpooling!
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/thistle-be-fun/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Get your hands dirty!,Invasive Species,Restoration
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170708
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170709
DTSTAMP:20170628T223017Z
CREATED:20170628T223017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170628T223017Z
UID:4916-1499472000-1499558399@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:15th Annual Blueweed Blitz
DESCRIPTION:Staging Area\, on Christie Mines Road (5429\, Rg. Rd. 1–1) for registration\, coffee and snacks (click for map directions) \nThis is an open invitation to all residents of the Town of Pincher Creek\, the M.D. of Pincher Creek and Oldman watershed citizens who just want a new experience to remove noxious and invasive weeds along our creek. Come prepared to pick weeds and return to the staging area for beef\, beverages\, prizes and conversation. \nBring your own bagged lunch\, drinking water\, hat\, sunscreen\, bug spray\, sturdy shoes and lawn chair(s) for afterwards. \nPlease do not bring your dog. Absolutely No Dogs\, Please!! \nSome reminders for Volunteers \n\nWalk forwards\, but take a look backwards too; blueweeds sprout just after you walk by!\nGlance away from the creek to. Most plants are within 15 m of the creek\, but there are places where they may be 100 m away hidden in willows\, etc.\nWandering aimlessly\, with a partner may work well for you.\nMake a note with the team leader\, to identify locations of outbreaks so that the land owner (or MD crews) can return and take action with a sprayer.\nWatch for rosettes (1st year plants) and try to dig them out with shovels.\nTry to avoid carrying weeds in bags with holes as this may spread seeds.\nKeep track of all bags and ensure they are all returned to staging area.\nThis is a competition\, so please record the number of full bags on your crew signup sheet when you return.\nAlways respect private land.\nAwards will be presented for the Biggest Wreck\, Determination and of course the prestigious Bent Back Award. Please discuss nominations with the organizers after returning.\n\nCONTACT CHRISTI BUSTARD (627-3714) OR REGISTER BY EMAIL
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/15th-annual-blueweed-blitz/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Get your hands dirty!,Invasive Species
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170708
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170709
DTSTAMP:20170515T002036Z
CREATED:20170515T002036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170515T002036Z
UID:4757-1499472000-1499558399@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:15th Annual Blueweed Blitz hosted by the Pincher Creek Watershed Group
DESCRIPTION:Come join the community and work together to help reduce the effects of this plant on the Pincher Creek. Bring your lunch and water and they provide the rest – bbq supper included!\nWhen: July 8th\, registration begins at 9:45am\nWhere: TBA
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/15th-annual-blueweed-blitz-hosted-by-the-pincher-creek-watershed-group/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Get your hands dirty!,Invasive Species
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170629
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170630
DTSTAMP:20170526T001011Z
CREATED:20170526T001003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170526T001011Z
UID:4803-1498694400-1498780799@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:PCF meeting and tour
DESCRIPTION:The meeting will be held at the Shepard Community Hall (Calgary) on June 28th from 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm. We are still working on putting together a tour\, but it will be on June 29th\, beginning in the morning and ending mid-afternoon.
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/pcf-meeting-and-tour/
LOCATION:Shepard Community Hall\, 10800 84 St SE\, Calgary\, AB\, T3S0A5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Meeting,Prairies
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170628
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170630
DTSTAMP:20170620T222355Z
CREATED:20170620T222355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170620T222355Z
UID:4882-1498608000-1498780799@chapter.ser.org
SUMMARY:Prairie Conservation Forum Spring Meeting and Tour
DESCRIPTION:The June Prairie Conservation Forum meeting will be held at Shepard Community Hall in Calgary from 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm on June 28\, 2017. Please note that this will be an afternoon meeting\, so lunch will not be provided. The membership will have a chance to hear about two projects that PCF has been working on over the past year\, including ‘Beneficial Management Practices for the Renewable Energy Industry’ and ‘Connecting Habitats in the Prairies’. The tour will be the next day\, June 29th\, with the meeting place at Ralph Klein Park at 8:30 am. We will have a chance to see the wetlands at the park\, and will then travel to the Calgary Zoo’s Devonian Wildlife Conservation Centre in DeWinton for a tour of their breeding facility. After lunch (which will be provided)\, Cows and Fish will show us some examples of riparian restoration projects. \nPlease RSVP by Monday\, June 26\, 2017 by visiting this website to complete your online registration. If you have any difficulties\, please contact me at info@albertapcf.org.
URL:https://chapter.ser.org/westerncanada/event/prairie-conservation-forum-spring-meeting-and-tour/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Conservation,Meeting,Prairies
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