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Rangeland grazing framework : fostering the health and sustainability of Alberta’s Crown rangelands

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This fact sheet provides an overview and outlines the intent of the Rangeland Grazing Framework. The framework supports the Crown land vision by outlining the essential role of grazing and... More ≫

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This fact sheet provides an overview and outlines the intent of the Rangeland Grazing Framework. The framework supports the Crown land vision by outlining the essential role of grazing and rangeland stewardship by disposition holders in achieving the environmental objective and long-lasting economic and social outcomes on Crown rangelands that benefit all Albertans.

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Alberta township survey system

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This fact sheet explains legal land descriptions, which can be used to locate any parcel of land in Alberta. Legal land descriptions are based on the Alberta Township Survey system.

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Bighorn Backcountry public land use zones [area and trail brochures] [2023]

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Each brochure in this set includes a map of the trail system in a specific area of the Bighorn Backcountry and information on proper use of the area to ensure protection of the environment.

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Bighorn Backcountry public land use zones [2023]

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Trail access, user information, contact information and requirements when recreating in the public land use zones of the Bighorn Backcountry. Off-highway vehicle users are required to obtain a... More ≫

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Trail access, user information, contact information and requirements when recreating in the public land use zones of the Bighorn Backcountry. Off-highway vehicle users are required to obtain a current copy of the brochure and have it with them. Also includes information on individual public land use zones in the Bighorn Backcountry.

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Access permits : for group, instructional and guiding activities on vacant public land

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This fact sheet provides guidance to organizers of group, instructional or guiding activities that are for recreational or commercial purposes on vacant Crown land.

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Community timber program membership and community timber permit issuance

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This infographic explains the process followed for becoming a community timber program member and for applying for a community timber permit. Like commercial timber permits, the community timber... More ≫

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This infographic explains the process followed for becoming a community timber program member and for applying for a community timber permit. Like commercial timber permits, the community timber permit sets terms and conditions that must be met before harvest operations can begin. Community timber permit programs allow the timber volume sold to remain focused on generating economic benefits among the local members of the Coniferous Community Timber Permit Program. For an individual to become a Community Timber Permit Program Member there must be an available vacancy that the Forestry department has justification to fill. The program vacancy will only be filled if there is available timber volume within the permit program. While this membership provides access to potential community timber permits, there are no tenure rights associated with community timber permit program membership. Once a fillable vacancy has been established, the forest area office will post an open public...

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Commercial timber permit sales

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This infographic explains the process for the issuing of commercial timber permits. Commercial timber permits authorize the permit holder to harvest timber on specified Crown land subject to the... More ≫

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This infographic explains the process for the issuing of commercial timber permits. Commercial timber permits authorize the permit holder to harvest timber on specified Crown land subject to the permit's terms and conditions (such as obtaining an approval for an annual operating plan before any forest operations). Commercial timber permits are generally sold through a competitive bidding process and can be sold to any eligible person or corporation. They can also be sold by tender, by auction or by direct sale.

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Winter recreation checklist : plan ahead to have a safe and fun trip!

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This checklist provides winter recreationists with maps, rules and information to help prepare for outdoor recreation activities on provincial Crown land.

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Red flag : the adoption of the Red Flag Watch and Red Flag Warning nomenclature in AWCC fire weather forecasts

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Fact sheet explaining the adoption of the Red Flag Watch and Red Flag Warning into fire weather forecasts from the Alberta Wildfire Coordination Centre. The Red Flag concept, established by the... More ≫

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Fact sheet explaining the adoption of the Red Flag Watch and Red Flag Warning into fire weather forecasts from the Alberta Wildfire Coordination Centre. The Red Flag concept, established by the National Weather Service in the United States, is intended to provide situational awareness messaging for wildfire personnel and the public that a hazardous fire environment is developing and reinforce the need for heightened vigilance.

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