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Letter from Suffield Coalition re Burrowing Owl - September 1 2010
On behalf of the Suffield Coalition, I write ...
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.
The Latest Celestial Updates from Rosanne
Rosanne is the dedicated Nature Alberta volunteer, keeping us up to date with the celestial happenings.
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.
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!
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
A message from Enbridge to Nature Alberta
From John Carruthers, President of Enbridge Northern Gateway to Sandra Foss, Past-President of Nature Alberta.
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.
Nature Alberta's Fantastic Fortieth Anniversary
Come join the celebration in Central Alberta with Hikes, Canoeing, Presentations, and more!
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.
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.
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?
An annotated list of the Lepidoptera of Alberta, Canada
Greg Pohl, Gary Anweiler, Christian Schmidt, Norbert Kondla
Monty Hunter Trail Nest Boxes Ready To Go
Reports are that the bluebird nest box building event went off fabulously last Saturday!
Astronomy Picture of the Day
An image from Astronomy Picture of the Day. Highlights Orion and Cassiopeia.
