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Fish Creek Provincial Park: Snakes in the park

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Fish Creek Provincial Park has several of the known snake hibernacula (group wintering dens) in south central Alberta. This information sheet provides information on snakes in Fish Creek... More ≫

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Fish Creek Provincial Park has several of the known snake hibernacula (group wintering dens) in south central Alberta. This information sheet provides information on snakes in Fish Creek Provincial Park and what visitors should keep in mind if they see a snake in the park.

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Fish Creek Provincial Park: The Willans family

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Provides historical background on the Willans Family and the Willans Beebow Ranch. Some of the buildings constructed on the ranch still stand in Fish Creek Provincial Park as a reminder to the... More ≫

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Provides historical background on the Willans Family and the Willans Beebow Ranch. Some of the buildings constructed on the ranch still stand in Fish Creek Provincial Park as a reminder to the rugged lifestyle of men and women who have contributed to Alberta's heritage.

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Fish Creek Provincial Park: The Burns Family and the Bow Valley Ranch

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Provides historical background on the Burns Family and the Bow Valley Ranch. The Burns Family owned the Bow Valley Ranch for four generations spanning seven decades until it was finally sold to... More ≫

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Provides historical background on the Burns Family and the Bow Valley Ranch. The Burns Family owned the Bow Valley Ranch for four generations spanning seven decades until it was finally sold to the Alberta Government as a centrepiece for Fish Creek Provincial Park.

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Fish Creek Provincial Park: The spirit of the old west

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Provides historical background on the Shaw Family and the woollen mill they established in Midnapore.

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Fish Creek Provincial Park: The Hilton barn at Shannon Terrace

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Provides historical information on the Hilton Barn that used to reside on the Shannon property, which is now part of Fish Creek Provincial Park.

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Fish Creek provincial park : The John Glenn building

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First Nations groups have used the Fish Creek valley for over 8000 years, but it wasn't until 1873 that the first permanent settlers of European descent arrived. At 16 years of age, John Glenn is... More ≫

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First Nations groups have used the Fish Creek valley for over 8000 years, but it wasn't until 1873 that the first permanent settlers of European descent arrived. At 16 years of age, John Glenn is said to have emigrated from Ireland to New York City. After serving in the US civil war, he moved throughout western North America to trade and prospect for gold. In late September of 1873, John and his new bride Adelaide Belcourt settled at the confluence of Fish Creek and the Bow River - making them (along with Sam Livingstone) Calgary's first permanent residents.

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Fish Creek Provincial Park: Invasive plants

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Invasive plants are recognized worldwide as one of the greatest threats to biodiversity, because of their ability to out-compete native plants. Native vegetation is the cornerstone of healthy... More ≫

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Invasive plants are recognized worldwide as one of the greatest threats to biodiversity, because of their ability to out-compete native plants. Native vegetation is the cornerstone of healthy habitats and their relationship to other native plant species, soil, and animals is complex and delicate. This information sheet lists the invasive plants that are being targeted in Fish Creek Provincial Park and what methods are being used to mitigate their spread in the the park.

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Fish Creek Provincial Park: Living with coyotes

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Describes the presence of coyotes in Fish Creek Provincial Park, and steps visitors in the park can take to co-exist with coyotes and to prevent unfavorable interactions with them in the park.

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Fish Creek Provincial Park: Bikes in the park

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Notes the rise in the volume of bicycle traffic in Fish Creek Provincial Park, lists park regulations around bicycle use in the park, and outlines other measures cyclists can take to minimise... More ≫

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Notes the rise in the volume of bicycle traffic in Fish Creek Provincial Park, lists park regulations around bicycle use in the park, and outlines other measures cyclists can take to minimise their impact on the park and ensure their own safety while cycling in the park.

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Obed Lake Provincial Park

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Obed Lake Provincial Recreation Area (PRA) was expanded by over eight square kilometres (800 hectares) to include the adjacent lakes and uplands. Now 34 square kilometres (3,401 hectares), this... More ≫

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Obed Lake Provincial Recreation Area (PRA) was expanded by over eight square kilometres (800 hectares) to include the adjacent lakes and uplands. Now 34 square kilometres (3,401 hectares), this new Provincial Park is situated in the Lower Foothills, northeast of Hinton. This Provincial Park contributes to the preservation goal of Alberta's Parks and Protected Areas program by preserving the adjacent lakes and wetlands of the Lower Foothills.

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