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Special features in Alberta : proposed framework for site identification and initial evaluation of potential special features sites

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The report covers three areas. First, it proposes a process to identify “special features” in Alberta and define their conservation status. This process is intended to complement the coarse filter... More ≫

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The report covers three areas. First, it proposes a process to identify “special features” in Alberta and define their conservation status. This process is intended to complement the coarse filter or “top down” approach of Alberta’s Special Places program which attempts to capture environmental diversity by protecting broad landscapes or Level 1 Natural History Themes. The Special Features Report takes the opposite, or “bottom up”, approach to identify individual plant or animal species and communities, or landforms, that are limited in distribution or size, or are truly unique examples of Alberta’s natural diversity. It does not address species such as grizzly bears, wolves or caribou, which are dealt with in separate broader-based management plans. Second, the Report also provides a framework and criteria for evaluating special features and determining whether to recommend that they be considered for inclusion into the provincial system of protected areas. The evaluation criteria...

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Floristic, rare plant, and vegetation survey of the Blackfoot Provincial Recreation Area uplands

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The purpose of this study was to conduct a floristic and plant community survey in order to document the occurrence and location of rare or otherwise significant plant species and communities of... More ≫

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The purpose of this study was to conduct a floristic and plant community survey in order to document the occurrence and location of rare or otherwise significant plant species and communities of the Blackfoot Provincial Recreation Area uplands. Site conditions are described for significant plant species and communities. The information presented in this report and the accompanying map are meant to assist managers to protect and enhance the biodiversity of the Blackfoot.

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Elbow-Sheep Wildland Provincial Park management plan

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Elbow-Sheep Wildland Provincial Park is located in Kananaskis Country approximately 70 kilometres west of Calgary. The intent of a wildland park is to retain large areas of high quality, natural... More ≫

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Elbow-Sheep Wildland Provincial Park is located in Kananaskis Country approximately 70 kilometres west of Calgary. The intent of a wildland park is to retain large areas of high quality, natural landscape where opportunities for backcountry recreation and tourism activities such as hiking, trail riding, hunting, guiding and outfitting are provided in a way that ensures the retention of the land in a natural state and minimizes interference with natural processes. Management plans are prepared to ensure that the desired management intent and objectives are implemented. The plan will define objectives for preservation, heritage appreciation, and outdoor recreation and tourism activities. It will also define appropriate uses.

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Floristic and rare plants survey of the Blackfoot Provincial Recreation Area

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The purpose of this study was to conduct floristic surveys, identify and document the location of rare vascular and non-vascular native plants, and describe the site conditions where observed rare... More ≫

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The purpose of this study was to conduct floristic surveys, identify and document the location of rare vascular and non-vascular native plants, and describe the site conditions where observed rare plants occur as information for the management of the natural resources of the Blackfoot Provincial Recreation Area; and to produce a report and a floristic site survey and rare native plant location map for selected, naturally vegetated areas of the Blackfoot Provincial Recreation Area. The seven fenced pastures inside the Recreation Area were excluded from consideration.

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Parks and protected areas : their contribution to the Alberta economy : a discussion paper

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This discussion paper has been prepared for the purposes of obtaining a better understanding of the roles and importance of the province's parks and protected areas. It is intended to foster... More ≫

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This discussion paper has been prepared for the purposes of obtaining a better understanding of the roles and importance of the province's parks and protected areas. It is intended to foster informed debate and not to prescribe any particular conclusions or actions.

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