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A user's guide to the Fisheries Habitat Enhancement and Sustainability Program evaluation, scoring, and ranking model

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The Fisheries Habitat Enhancement and Sustainability Program was established with the goal of re-establishing a healthy aquatic environment in select flood-disturbed locations following the 2013... More ≫

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The Fisheries Habitat Enhancement and Sustainability Program was established with the goal of re-establishing a healthy aquatic environment in select flood-disturbed locations following the 2013 and 2014 flooding in Southern Alberta. The Evaluation, Scoring, and Ranking Model was developed to assist in achieving this goal, by prioritizing sites for restoration work within various high-interest and flood-impacted areas.

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A user's guide to high definition aerial videography

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Describes the aerial videography recording, assessment and scoring methodology used to assess damage to fish habitat resulting from the 2013 and 2014 Alberta floods under the Fisheries Habitat... More ≫

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Describes the aerial videography recording, assessment and scoring methodology used to assess damage to fish habitat resulting from the 2013 and 2014 Alberta floods under the Fisheries Habitat Enhancement and Sustainability Program. This information should be used in conjunction with the Evaluation, Scoring, and Ranking Model.

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Fisheries Habitat Enhancement and Sustainability Program habitat data collection manual

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This manual is meant to aid in the field collection of fisheries habitat information for use in the "detailed assessment" phase of a Fisheries Habitat Enhancement and Sustainability (FISHES)... More ≫

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This manual is meant to aid in the field collection of fisheries habitat information for use in the "detailed assessment" phase of a Fisheries Habitat Enhancement and Sustainability (FISHES) Program project. FISHES was established with the goal of re-establishing a healthy aquatic environment in select flood-disturbed locations following the 2013 and 2014 flooding in Southern Alberta.

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Southern Alberta fisheries habitat enhancement and sustainability program : planning framework 2014-2017

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The FISHES program will take collaborative, partnership-based approach to planning and project implementation such that post-flood impacts to fish and fish habitat from remedial works are... More ≫

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The FISHES program will take collaborative, partnership-based approach to planning and project implementation such that post-flood impacts to fish and fish habitat from remedial works are minimized and habitat enhancement projects planned by the government, partners or stakeholders are prioritized and leveraged to maximum effect.

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Provincial wetland restoration/compensation fact sheet

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This fact sheet provides an overview of how applications under the Water Act will be reviewed when loss of wetland area will occur. It also explains wetland compensation: a process to help reduce... More ≫

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This fact sheet provides an overview of how applications under the Water Act will be reviewed when loss of wetland area will occur. It also explains wetland compensation: a process to help reduce loss of wetland area by restoring drained or altered naturally occurring wetlands.

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Farm water supply requirements

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All farms in Alberta require a safe and dependable supply of good water. To accomplish this goal requires some planning. Start by estimating the average daily water requirements and annual water... More ≫

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All farms in Alberta require a safe and dependable supply of good water. To accomplish this goal requires some planning. Start by estimating the average daily water requirements and annual water requirements.

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Aeration of dugouts or ponds with compressed air

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Dugout aeration improves water quality by maintaining dissolved oxygen levels. Of all the methods used for improving dugout water quality while it is in the dugout, aeration is the most effective... More ≫

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Dugout aeration improves water quality by maintaining dissolved oxygen levels. Of all the methods used for improving dugout water quality while it is in the dugout, aeration is the most effective and practical technique.

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Provincial wetland restoration/compensation guide

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This guide has been written for government regulators, land developers, the public, wetland restoration agencies, and government departments whose mandates or activities affect wetlands. It... More ≫

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This guide has been written for government regulators, land developers, the public, wetland restoration agencies, and government departments whose mandates or activities affect wetlands. It explains how applications under the Water Act will be reviewed when loss of wetland area will occur. It also explains wetland compensation; a process to help reduce loss of wetland area by restoring drained or altered naturally occurring wetlands.

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Constructing dugouts for fish

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Dugouts provide water for a variety of purposes. They can be used as a source for domestic (household) water supplies, livestock watering, as well as raising fish for enjoyment or profit. If the... More ≫

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Dugouts provide water for a variety of purposes. They can be used as a source for domestic (household) water supplies, livestock watering, as well as raising fish for enjoyment or profit. If the dugout is constructed properly and in a suitable location, very little maintenance is required. If algae, vegetation or suspended solids become problems, then control can be either chemical (copper sulphate, diquat, aluminum sulphate, etc.), mechanical (uprooting weeds with chains) or biological (grass carp). Care must be taken in dugouts used for fish culture, as some of the chemical applications are directly toxic to the fish or result in decomposing plants that ultimately deplete the oxygen needed by the fish.

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Wetlands : a field study

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Wetland Ecosystems: A Field Study has been developed to assist Grade 5 teachers who wish to teach Topic E of the Grade 5 Alberta Science curriculum, entitled Wetland Ecosystems. This booklet has... More ≫

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Wetland Ecosystems: A Field Study has been developed to assist Grade 5 teachers who wish to teach Topic E of the Grade 5 Alberta Science curriculum, entitled Wetland Ecosystems. This booklet has been written for teachers who plan to take their class to a wetland ecosystem and conduct a field study. Pre and post activities have also been suggested for teachers who wish to extend the learning of their students to other parts/sections of the curriculum.

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