Earth Matters – an environmental education conference, April 25-27, 2013, Canmore - with Richard Louv, author of ‘Last Child in the Woods.’ This conference will provide you with many opportunities to learn, share, celebrate, and develop a community of practice that will support you in your work – because the ‘Earth Matters.’ Register now to receive the early bird registration rate of $250, which includes the meal package! To find out more and to register, please visit http://abcee.org/conference
Past News and Events
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Event Date: Thursday, April 25, 2013Location: Canmore, Alberta
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Event Date: Tuesday, March 12, 2013Location: various locations
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Event Date: Tuesday, March 12, 2013Location: Red Deer
Alberta WPACs and the Canadian Water Resources Association, Alberta Chapter, are co-hosting a conference, “Water and the Environment: Watershed Planning and Management in Alberta,” March 12th – 14th, in Red Deer. This conference reflects Alberta’s growing emphasis on the integrated planning and management of land and water resources. For details, visit http://www.cwra-ab-events.org/conference.
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Event Date: Wednesday, March 6, 2013Location: Edmonton/Red Deer
Aquality Environmental Consulting Ltd. is pleased to offer Alberta Wetlands: From Classification to Policy, a course aimed at a variety of stakeholders including consultants, industry workers, not-for-profit organizations, and municipal and provincial government departments. This Alberta-based Wetlands Course is arranged in topical modules consisting of theoretical and practical components. Topics covered include: Wetland Theory and Classification, Functions, Policy and Legislation, Airphoto Interpretation and the Riparian Setback Matrix Model.
We currently have the following course dates scheduled:
-February 27th and 28th, 2013 - Edmonton
-March 12th, 2013 – Red Deer (CWRA/WPAC Pre-Conference Workshop)For more information, please download the poster here.
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Event Date: Friday, March 1, 2013Location: Forestburg Community Centre
Workshop Details:
Friday, March 1, 2013
10am-3:30pm
Forestburg, AB (at the Forestburg Community Centre)FREE LUNCH!
All are welcome!
The BRWA is currently exploring ways that we can all work to improve water quality in the Battle River and Sounding Creek watersheds through non-point source pollution management.
Join us to learn more and share your perspective on the draft water quality management recommendations that have been developed.
Also, hear from our guest speakers!
Chris Teichreb, limnologist and water quality specialist with Alberta Environment and Sustainable Resource Development. Chris will discuss the recently developed draft water quality objectives for the Battle River watershed and next steps in developing strategies to meet these objectives.
Kristen Lorenz, groundwater specialist with Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development. Janna will discuss the results of various ARD studies related to agriculture and water quality, including the recently completed nutrient beneficial management practices study.
Perry Phillips, program coordinator for the Alberta Environmental Farm Plan. Perry will discuss the Environmental Farm Plan as a tool for environmental stewardship of Alberta's agricultural lands. He will also provide an update on Growing Forward 2.
Plan to attend: This workshop is FREE, but pre-registration is appreciated. Call 780-672-0276 or email sarah@battleriverwatershed.ca to register.
Can't make it out? We'd still love to hear from you! Contact us. (see contact info above)
Help us spread the word! Download the event poster HERE and tell others about this event.
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Event Date: Tuesday, February 5, 2013Location: New Norwary
Private water well owners in Alberta are responsible for managing and maintaining their water wells. The Working Well program provides well owners with the information and tools they need to properly care for their wells.
The Working Well program has many information resources available free of charge for water well owners and others interested in learning and promoting how to protect and maintain water wells. Working Well offers province-wide, hands-on workshops for well owners to learn the basics of groundwater, well construction, common well problems, contamination risks, importance of well reclamation and best management practices.
Workshop Host: Camrose County. To RSVP or for more information call Kevin MacDonald, P 780-672-4765 or email kmacdonald@county.camrose.ab.ca.
For more information on the Working Well program and 2013 scheduale, please visit: http://environment.alberta.ca/01317.html
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Event Date: Saturday, February 2, 2013Location: Camrose Railway Station, 44st and 47 ave. Camrose
Fun for the whole family during this day of snow, stories, contests and crafts!
Snow Sculptures Competition - 10am-1pm
Bring your own buckets and shovels for sculpture-making! A snow sculpture can be anything you want it to be. Prizes available!‘Stay Warm in Winter’ Fashion Show– 1:30pm
Wear your winter’s warmest, craziest, coulourful, favorites, finest, walk down our runway and win prizes!We will have lots of free acitivites for kids including making suet for birds and winter facinators. Lunch will be available for purchase.
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Event Date: Friday, February 1, 2013Location: Country Accent Bistro. 6112- 48 ave. Camrose AB
Embrace the season with good friends, an excellent menu and warm entertainment.
In the spirit celebrating the beauty of the winter season we invite you to enjoy an evening of delicious food, music, stories, song and art. Let's make the most of what we have!
Exhibition - Things That Keep Us Warm
Be creative and bring something that keeps you warm!We will also be displaying art and photos of winter, so feel free to bring your own and favorite stories to match!
Contact us at 780-672-0276 if you have questions.
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Event Date: Wednesday, January 30, 2013Location: Forestburg Community Centre
Preparing for Extremes – Drought Policy Advice and Guidelines Workshop
Event Date: Wednesday, January 30, 2013
Time: 10:00am – 3:30 pm (includes lunch)
Location: Forestburg Community Centre, Forestburg Alberta
Drought is an issue that impacts all areas of life, from food and water security, to social and economic prosperity.
Come and participate in the Invitational Drought Tournament presented by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada. This tool is used by decision-makers to understand how and what drought measures to use at different stages of a drought. Teams work together to develop a drought plan that examines the trade-offs and aims to address social, economic, and ecological implications of drought and the different drought measures often employed in a balanced way.
The January meeting will also provide opportunity for decision-makers, regional organizations, and members of the public to respond and have input on the draft drought policy advice and guidelines developed by the BRWA. These documents were drafted using the input received from watershed residents in the August drought workshops, and using research from the policy context report. The purpose of this advice is to guide government decision-makers, industry leaders, organizations, and individuals in developing balanced drought management and adaptation initiatives. Policy advice and guidelines are set to be complete by April 2013.
Join us in working together to develop policy recommendations and guidelines to help our watershed communities plan for drought.
Municipal leaders – plan to attend!
This workshop is free, but pre-registration is appreciated. Call 780-672-0276 to register.
Can’t make it out? We’d still love to hear from you!
Contact us by phone or email susanna@battleriverwatershed.ca
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Event Date: Wednesday, December 5, 2012Location: Kelsey Community Hall
The Battle River Watershed Alliance in Partnership with Cows and Fish are launching are Riparian Research and Restoration Project to improve fish habitat and water quality in the Battle River in your area. Why? In 2004, Mike Sullivan with the Alberta Conservation Association led a fish survey of the entire Battle River. The stretch of river between Dried Meat Lake and Forestburg had very poor results; few fish and fish species were found, and water quality measurements exceeded guidelines. This is why we are launching the Battle River Riparian Research and Restoration Project. A healthy riparian area or stream buffer will help create a river that we and our children can fish in, swim in and drink from.
We hope to have you join us between 10am and 2pm, for all or part of this event to:
- Enjoy a free BBQ lunch
- Hear the success stories from our Guest Speaker Dixon Hammond, Rancher and Coordinator of the Beaver Creek Watershed group
- Learn more about the Riparian Project
- Share your memories, ideas and knowledge of the area
- Be part of the enhancement of the Battle River and Ferry Point Crossing
To RSVP or if you have questions please contact Nathalie Stanley at the BRWA at <nathalie(at)battleriverwatershed.ca> or by phone at 780-672-0276.
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