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Draft concept plan for the proposed Saskatoon Mountain Provincial Recreation Area

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The draft concept plan provides background information and outlines the management and development intents for the proposed Saskatoon Mountain Provincial Recreation Area. It proposes that... More ≫

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The draft concept plan provides background information and outlines the management and development intents for the proposed Saskatoon Mountain Provincial Recreation Area. It proposes that recreational trail use, both motorized and non-motorized, be offered, and that the current hunting regime continue with the addition of hunters requiring a firearms discharge permit. Proposed facility development includes designated OHV trails, non-motorized multi-use trails for activities such as hiking, biking, and cross-country skiing, a campground and an upgraded day-use area. The plan also recognizes the conservation values of the site and proposes to protect the areas of highest conservation value.

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Tourism, Parks and Recreation annual report [2009 -2014]

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Annual report of the Ministry of Tourism, Parks and Recreation for the province of Alberta

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Potential demand for rural vacation experiences in Alberta by residents of Alberta : quantitative research

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The potential of urban Albertans to participate in rural vacation experiences in the province was explored quantitatively in this study through a survey of 2,391 panel members who had taken a... More ≫

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The potential of urban Albertans to participate in rural vacation experiences in the province was explored quantitatively in this study through a survey of 2,391 panel members who had taken a discretionary leisure trip in the past two years.

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Potential demand for rural vacation experiences in Alberta by residents of Alberta : exploratory qualitative research

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This study was undertaken to explore the perceptions that young adult households, family households, and older adult households residing in Alberta’s urban areas have of the rural vacation... More ≫

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This study was undertaken to explore the perceptions that young adult households, family households, and older adult households residing in Alberta’s urban areas have of the rural vacation experiences available in the province. Using a qualitative approach, 12 focus groups were held with Albertans residing in urban areas of the province. The study and this report start to gather information that can eventually be used to inform marketing and product development strategies and plans that will resonate with the target audiences within the province.

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Cypress Hills Provincial Park management plan

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This document provides a framework for the management of Cypress Hills Provincial Park for a ten-year time period commencing on the approval date of this plan. It forms the foundation from which... More ≫

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This document provides a framework for the management of Cypress Hills Provincial Park for a ten-year time period commencing on the approval date of this plan. It forms the foundation from which specific management and operational initiatives will be developed for the park. This plan will be used by park staff and will also be available for use by other public agencies and individuals such as volunteers, leaseholders, members of special interest groups, and members of the public who have an interest in the management of Cypress Hills Provincial Park. It will also provide information that will assist in preparing annual operating plans and budgets.

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Eagle Point Blue Rapids Park System management plan

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As a framework for overall planning, the Management Plan provides background and descriptive information as well as proposed management objectives and strategies. It also serves to inspire the... More ≫

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As a framework for overall planning, the Management Plan provides background and descriptive information as well as proposed management objectives and strategies. It also serves to inspire the ethic in which the Eagle Point – Blue Rapids Park System was created: innovative ideas, environmental stewardship, recreation management and community collaboration. The Management Plan will be used primarily by: the Government of Alberta; the Eagle Point - Blue Rapids Parks Council; various stakeholders such as volunteers, leaseholders, and special interest groups; and the general public.

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Summer use trail master plan : Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park

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The purpose of this summer use trail master plan is to provide the Canmore Nordic Centre with a strategy for making improvements in the park to ensure environmental protection and visitor enjoyment.

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Forest and fire management strategy : Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park Alberta

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Cypress Hills Provincial Park contains many natural and cultural values that contribute to a unique ecology in the province and a diversity of attractions for park visitors. However, The current... More ≫

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Cypress Hills Provincial Park contains many natural and cultural values that contribute to a unique ecology in the province and a diversity of attractions for park visitors. However, The current age and composition of the vegetation combined with frequent fire weather conditions create the potential for a catastrophic wildfire in the park that would put significant values at risk. This report addresses the evolution of wildfire as a historic and fundamental agent of forest and grassland renewal and evaluates the current wildfire threat to both human and ecological values. It finds that aggressive fire and forest management commitments are required to protect both human and ecological values in both the short term and long term in Cypress Hill Provincial Park, and a summary of fire and forest management strategies is presented in the conclusion of the report.

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Push to open : the 2008 Alberta parks access challenge

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People with disabilities who want to visit parks crave the same things as everyone else: to experience and be challenged by pristine and rugged nature. In order to ensure access without impacting... More ≫

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People with disabilities who want to visit parks crave the same things as everyone else: to experience and be challenged by pristine and rugged nature. In order to ensure access without impacting the wilderness—and to foster inclusion at the same time—the Alberta Parks Division is developing and supporting programs that modify the user, not the environment. Programs such as the Alberta Access Challenge.

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Pigeon Lake Provincial Park rare lichen survey, October 14-18, 2008 : report

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A rare lichen survey was conducted in selected areas of Pigeon Lake Provincial Park (PLPP) from October 14 to 18, 2008. The main objective of the survey was to document the occurrence of rare... More ≫

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A rare lichen survey was conducted in selected areas of Pigeon Lake Provincial Park (PLPP) from October 14 to 18, 2008. The main objective of the survey was to document the occurrence of rare lichens and mitigate possible damage as a result of infrastructure upgrade activities, including the expansion of old camp stalls, creation of new camp stalls, shower buildings, a new boat launch and some additional tree and shrub clearings. The park is located approximately 25 km west of Wetaskiwin, Alberta and is accessed by Hwy 13. It falls within the Central Parkland, a subregion of the Parkland Natural Region of Alberta, characterized by aspen (Populus tremuloides) and balsam poplar (Populus balsamifera) stands (Kershaw et al. 2001). These stands form the main vegetation community of PLPP (Kershaw et al. 2001) and are typically known for not supporting high lichen numbers as it is often too dry.

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