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National Wildlife Area Missing from Proposed Endangered Owl Habitat Designation

National Wildlife Area Missing from Proposed Endangered Owl Habitat Designation

A proposal by the federal government that would limit habitat protection for the endangered Burrowing Owl has raised alarm among conservation groups.

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The Latest Celestial Updates from Rosanne

Rosanne is the dedicated Nature Alberta volunteer, keeping us up to date with the celestial happenings.

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Shell tests new tailings plan

Environmental group says oilsands reclamation scheme falls short - Abbott said Shell supports "the intent" of Directive 74 but refused to answer when reporters repeatedly asked if the submissions meet its requirements.

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Japanese Spacecraft Approaches Venus

The Japanese Venus Climate Orbiter is approaching Venus and will enter orbit on December 7, 2010. Scientists hope to learn a lot about the planet and ours!

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Environmental Groups Echo First Nations Call for Caribou Protection

Environmental Groups Echo First Nations Call for Caribou Protection

Ecojustice files application for emergency protection, calls for suspension of industrial activity in critical habitat areas

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A message from Enbridge to Nature Alberta

A message from Enbridge to Nature Alberta

From John Carruthers, President of Enbridge Northern Gateway to Sandra Foss, Past-President of Nature Alberta.

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Proposed expansion of Fish Lake Provincial Recreation Area

Proposed expansion of Fish Lake Provincial Recreation Area

The Parks Division would like to invite your feedback on a proposal to expand the boundary of Fish Lake Provincial Recreation Area, near Nordegg.The consultation period for this proposal will start on August 13, 2010 and end on October 13, 2010.

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Nature Alberta's Fantastic Fortieth Anniversary

Come join the celebration in Central Alberta with Hikes, Canoeing, Presentations, and more!

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Edmonton Centre Dark Sites

Edmonton Centre Dark Sites

Edmonton Centre Dark Sites are locations within a few hours drive from Edmonton where Centre members go to get away from light pollution.

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Watering down legislation

Watering down legislation

Alberta is poised to create a deregulated water market

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Oil sands application threatens CanadianHeritage River designation

Oil sands application threatens CanadianHeritage River designation

An application to Alberta Environment by Nexen Inc. for a water licence would be the first to enable the diversion of water from a designated Canadian Heritage River.

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David Suzuki: Are we digging ourselves into a hole with carbon capture and storage?

David Suzuki: Are we digging ourselves into a hole with carbon capture and storage?

The Alberta and federal governments are pumping billions of dollars into carbon capture and storage (CCS) as part of their climate change plans. But is it a good strategy?

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An annotated list of the Lepidoptera of Alberta, Canada

An annotated list of the Lepidoptera of Alberta, Canada

Greg Pohl, Gary Anweiler, Christian Schmidt, Norbert Kondla

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Monty Hunter Trail Nest Boxes Ready To Go

Reports are that the bluebird nest box building event went off fabulously last Saturday!

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Astronomy Picture of the Day

Astronomy Picture of the Day

An image from Astronomy Picture of the Day. Highlights Orion and Cassiopeia.

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Looking for satellites

Looking for satellites

Now that spring is here, more of us will be spending time outside.

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Zodiacal Light Vs. Milky Way

What is the difference between zodiacal light and the milky way?

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Field Guide To Alberta Birds

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The complete field reference on over 300 Alberta birds. An easy-to-use identification guide for novice and experienced birders. Over 300 high quality color images and distribution maps.

Nature Scape Alberta

Nature Scape Alberta You will never look at your yard or garden the same way again! With this step-by-step guide, learn how to invite living creatures into your world.

The Atlas of Breeding Birds of Alberta

Second AtlasFind what is happening to the Birds in Alberta - The result of 1500 volunteers spending over 45,000 hours generating over 470,000 records. Distribution Maps with Distribution Changes. Habitat Preference Charts and much more.

Prairie River

Prairie River Cover Prairie River is intended principally for those travelling by canoe or kayak; it contains information relevant to the logistics of such travel. However, its main purpose is to provide a sense of the natural history of the river and of the land through which it flows.

 
Projects HIghlights

IBA/Caretakers Project

Led by BirdLife International, the Important Bird Areas program is a global effort to identify, conserve, and monitor a network of sites that provide essential habitat for bird populations. (read more)

YNC Project

Young Naturalists Club (YNC) is a nature focused program with the goal of teaching children (primarily aged 5-10) and their families about nature.  (read more)

Living by Water

This unique educational program is designed to help waterfront residents employ environmentally-friendly practices on their property to help maintain shoreline and water health. (read more)

Nature Network Portal

The Canadian Nature Network is an alliance of societies, groups, clubs and individuals that share a common relationship either with Nature Canada or one of its 11 Provincial and Territorial Affiliates. (read more)