Publications

Fireworks

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Since 2017, the use of fireworks within the forest protection area of Alberta has been prohibited without written permission from a forest officer. This brochure explains the laws governing... More ≫

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Since 2017, the use of fireworks within the forest protection area of Alberta has been prohibited without written permission from a forest officer. This brochure explains the laws governing fireworks, looks at types of fireworks, explains how to request permission to use fireworks, and outlines the enforcement methods used to monitor the proper use of fireworks in the forest protection area.

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Hinton/Coal Branch area : public land use zones

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Three separate public land use zones within the Coal Branch Integrated Resource Plan area were designated in May 1999 to manage access and add greater protection to sensitive areas (including... More ≫

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Three separate public land use zones within the Coal Branch Integrated Resource Plan area were designated in May 1999 to manage access and add greater protection to sensitive areas (including reclaimed mine sites) and key wildlife habitat in the region. This georeferenced map highlights designated access and identifies the boundaries of the Coal Branch PLUZ, the Athabasca Ranch PLUZ, and the Brule Lake PLUZ.

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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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McGregor reservoir erosion protection : fact sheet

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McGregor Reservoir is a popular camping and recreation area located in Vulcan County, approximately 100 km southeast of Calgary. Erosion from high waves is impacting private lands and prevents the... More ≫

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McGregor Reservoir is a popular camping and recreation area located in Vulcan County, approximately 100 km southeast of Calgary. Erosion from high waves is impacting private lands and prevents the reservoir from being filled to its full capacity. This fact sheet outlines a project to build rock berms along the McGregor shoreline to protect private lands from erosion and preserve aquatic habitat.

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Bighorn Backcountry public land use zones [2022]

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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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Bighorn Backcountry public land use zones [area and trail brochures] [2022]

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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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Recreation on public land : know before you go

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This resource outlines current provincial rules and regulations for motorized outdoor recreation activities and random camping on public land for Albertans and visitors.

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Camping on Crown land

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Provincial parks and provincial recreation areas with camping amenities such as washrooms, showers, firewood, lake access and maintained trails can be found all over Alberta. This fact sheet... More ≫

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Provincial parks and provincial recreation areas with camping amenities such as washrooms, showers, firewood, lake access and maintained trails can be found all over Alberta. This fact sheet presents some rules to be followed while camping on Crown lands.

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