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Freshwater monitoring : a case study : an educational field study for Grade 8 and 9 students

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This is a curriculum-connected full-day study of the Elbow River with multidisciplinary preparatory and post-activity support. The intent of this program is to provide a hands-on, engaging outdoor... More ≫

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This is a curriculum-connected full-day study of the Elbow River with multidisciplinary preparatory and post-activity support. The intent of this program is to provide a hands-on, engaging outdoor component, which will meet the needs of grades 8, Unit E: Freshwater and Saltwater Systems and grade 9, Unit C: Environmental Chemistry. This program is also written to achieve the mandate of the Alberta Government - Tourism, Parks, and Recreation and also addresses the four program goals of preservation, outdoor recreation, heritage appreciation, and heritage tourism. The preparatory activities are designed to prepare students for an off-site visit to the Elbow River. The preparatory activities focus on introducing students to the watershed monitoring area, related vocabulary, to water testing procedures, and to the expectations of safe and appropriate student behaviour within a protected area. These activities also attempt to further students‟ ability to make predictions, and encourage...

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Regulations : Alberta's provincial parks and recreation areas [2017]

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This information is intended as a general guide to some of the regulations under the Provincial Parks Act and a variety of other provincial and federal legislation that applies to recreational... More ≫

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This information is intended as a general guide to some of the regulations under the Provincial Parks Act and a variety of other provincial and federal legislation that applies to recreational activities in provincial parks and recreation areas. It is subject to change without notice.

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Management plan : Bob Creek Wildland, Black Creek Heritage Rangeland

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The management plan for Bob Creek Wildand and Black Creek Heritage Rangeland provides a long-term vision and day-to-day guidance for management of these protected areas. The management plan was... More ≫

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The management plan for Bob Creek Wildand and Black Creek Heritage Rangeland provides a long-term vision and day-to-day guidance for management of these protected areas. The management plan was developed by the Bob Creek / Black Creek Management Planning Team made up of representatives of the MD of Ranchland, grazing leaseholders, representatives of key stakeholder groups and government staff. The significant contribution of the grazing leaseholders, MD of Ranchland and stakeholder group representatives to the development of this management plan is sincerely appreciated. The plan was completed with public input and will be reviewed and revised periodically to reflect the current thinking of Albertans on how the province’s natural heritage and ranching history will be preserved for the benefit of present and future generations.

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Riparian health summary, final report : Cooking Lake - Blackfoot grazing, wildlife and provincial recreation area

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The intent of this riparian health inventory is to provide a "state of the environment" report to area managers and the surrounding community. Combining this information with existing practical... More ≫

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The intent of this riparian health inventory is to provide a "state of the environment" report to area managers and the surrounding community. Combining this information with existing practical knowledge of resources will provide the best alternatives for sustaining healthy riparian areas within Cooking Lake – Blackfoot Grazing, Wildlife and Provincial Recreation Area.

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All season trail plan for West Bragg Creek, Kananaskis country

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This trails plan for West Bragg Creek is sponsored jointly by the GBCTA and TPR through their partnership agreement. Planning funds included a grant to GBCTA from the Shell/Husky Moose Mountain... More ≫

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This trails plan for West Bragg Creek is sponsored jointly by the GBCTA and TPR through their partnership agreement. Planning funds included a grant to GBCTA from the Shell/Husky Moose Mountain Environmental Enhancement Fund as well as matching funds and contributions in-kind from TPR, Kananaskis Country. This plan to upgrade and enhance trail opportunities in West Bragg Creek is intended to improve existing recreation while reducing impacts on the Elbow River watershed and area wildlife, as well as conflicts with other land uses. A series of objectives and principles guided plan preparation by a Plan Advisory Committee consisting of trail users, land managers, conservation groups, key stakeholders and a planning consultant. They gathered background information, determined user needs, assessed potential trail opportunities and constraints, and have made a series of recommendations. The plan was revised following review and comment by stakeholders and the public between November 2009...

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Dry Island Buffalo Jump Provincial Park and area tourism development plan

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The purpose of the Dry Island Buffalo Jump Provincial Park and Area Tourism Development Plan is to identify tourism development opportunities that will enhance the role of the park as a core... More ≫

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The purpose of the Dry Island Buffalo Jump Provincial Park and Area Tourism Development Plan is to identify tourism development opportunities that will enhance the role of the park as a core tourist attraction and optimize the economic benefits to the surrounding area. Underlying this goal is the imperative to ensure development occurs in the most appropriate places to protect the very resources that make the park unique.

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