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Thriving together : the needs of plants and animals : a teacher-conducted field study for Grade I students

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This is a curriculum-connected, full day field study with multidisciplinary preparatory and post-visit activity support. The intent is to offer a natural world experience for students that... More ≫

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This is a curriculum-connected, full day field study with multidisciplinary preparatory and post-visit activity support. The intent is to offer a natural world experience for students that reflects the outdoor field study components of Topic E: Needs of Animals and Plants from the Grade 1 Alberta Elementary Science Curriculum and the vision of Alberta’s Plan for Parks.

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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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