2011 - Summer Guide to Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park Waterton Lakes National Park Visitor Guide included inside Celebrating the 100th Anniversary of Canada’s

A hundred years Commissioner Harkin also played a parks encompass a region of the Rocky the earthy fragrance of an ago, the Canadian role, alongside Horace Albright, U.S. Mountain range of surpassing beauty evergreen forest, paddle government created Parks Service Director, in the creation and charm, and together, constitute a along rocky lakeshores, the first national of Waterton-Glacier International Peace playground of exceptional attraction from escape to the solitude of the park service in the Park. Both supported joining the two the tourist standpoint. Without impairing backcountry, cycle a scenic world. Now Parks Canada is celebrating parks as a symbol of permanent peace the autonomous rights of either country pathway or trail, admire vistas from a its 100th birthday. and friendship. They persevered through in respect to administrative matters, the mountain lookout, watch birds soar and a fifteen year-long construction effort union in spirit of the two parks should wildlife roam, think back to the events of As the first commissioner of the National to connect the two parks via the Chief prove a powerful force for continued good the past and come celebrate as we take Parks of Canada, J. B. Harkin is known Mountain International Highway, which will and sound understanding between the our first steps into our second century. to many as “the Father of Canada’s is still in use by travelers today. people of the North American continent National Parks.” He developed the idea who, although separate and distinct, of conservation in Canada, established Harkin’s descriptions of Waterton- have many aspirations in common.“ standards for preservation, created a Glacier International Peace Park still National Parks of Canada, Report of the centralized agency to administer the remain true for today’s visitors. “Glacier Commissioner, J.B. Harkin, 1933. parks and helped draft the National National Park in and Waterton Parks Act of 1930. Harkin promoted Lakes National Park in Alberta are So, as you explore these fragile conservation as well as enjoyment of the peculiarly adapted for the purpose of an landscapes, unwind around a crackling parks, encouraging visitors to experience international park. Situated side by side campfire, discover the magic of nature their surroundings. and complementary to each other, the through storytelling and exhibits, inhale Aquatic Invasive Species Threaten Park Waters! Waterton-Glacier International Peace fish out compete native species for food mess. Imagine once productive fisheries a marina on Flathead Lake. The boat had Park is dominated by large fjord-like and habitat. We need to prevent addition- wiped out by these new invaders. It’s come from the southwest. Flathead Lake glacial lakes. For many visitors they are al non-native species of animals or plants not science fiction, impacts are already is just downstream from Glacier. a primary destination. Boating, fishing, from accidentally being introduced, occurring in waters in the Great Lakes, or just plain hanging out on the shore because each small change effects the eastern provinces and states, the prairies Protecting the waters of the Peace Park and skipping rocks consume many a overall health of park waters. and plains, and more recently in the requires immediate action, both by the relaxing hour and are the stuff of magical southwest United States. parks and by every boater. This summer memories. We need your help to keep it Now there is a new and serious threat. Glacier National Park will step up its that way. Imagine a future where going to your Since the 1980’s freshwater zebra and boat inspection and permit program, and favorite rock-skipping beach, you find the quagga mussels have steadily advanced Waterton Lakes National Park will begin On the surface things look fine, but in the shoreline matted with tens of thousands westward, presumably transported on inspecting and permitting boats as well. past stocking of non-native fish changed of small mussel shells, with everything trailered boats. In February of this year a the ecosystems of most park lakes. These cemented together in a sharp, smelly mussel-carrying boat was intercepted at Please help protect park lakes!

Permit Regulations Permit Regulations Glacier Waterton Lakes • A permit is required to launch any motorized • To qualify for a permit, boats must be clean, • A permit is required to launch any motor- • If the boat has been operated in waters of or trailered watercraft in Glacier National drained and thoroughly dry (including bilge ized or trailered boats in Waterton Lakes concern, then a free boat inspection is re- Park. Hand propelled water craft and passive areas and livewells) on inspection. National Park. Hand propelled boats like quired prior to issuing a permit to ensure that flotation devices such as float tubes will not • Boats with internal ballast tanks or other canoes or rowboats and flotation devices the boat does not carry any invasive species. require a permit. enclosed compartments that exchange water such as float tubes do not require a permit. • If the inspection indicates the boat is con- • Between Memorial Day and Labor Day, with the environment, that cannot be readily • To obtain the permit you will be asked a taminated, then it will not be permitted to permits will be available 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 opened and fully inspected are prohibited few short questions to ensure that the boat launch and must be decontaminated and p.m. at Park Headquarters, in West Glacier, within Glacier National Park. has not been in waters where quagga re-inspected before a permit will be issued. and between 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the • Boats that fail to pass the inspection will be mussels are present. St. Mary Visitor Center, Ranger denied a permit. Boaters may re-apply for a • Gate staff are required to stop all vehicles Station, Polebridge Entrance Station, and permit after the boat is thoroughly cleaned, towing boats to ensure that they have a the Ranger Station. Boaters drained and dried. permit, or to provide a permit if they do not planning on early morning or late evening • Boats found with certain infestations of have one. trips need to plan accordingly. aquatic invasive species may be quarantined • The permits are free and are available at • A new permit will be required upon each until they can be fully decontaminated. the park gate, the visitor reception centre, entry into the park. A boat may launch Depending on the infestation, this may take the administration office, and campground multiple times provided the boat does not up to 30 days. kiosks. The permits are valid for the entire leave the park between launches. • Boaters on must comply season as long as the boat has not been • A full inspection will be required for each with permit and inspection requirements of launched in any waters where quagga permit. Inspections may take upwards of 30 Waterton Lakes National Park mussels are thought to be present. minutes. Boaters should plan on additional time for inspections. Quagga mussel encrusted motor NPS Photo Waterton-glacier guide 2011 Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park World’s First International Peace Park International Peace Park Hike In 1932, Waterton Lakes National Park and Glacier National Park were officially joined Join us in celebrating our 79th year of friendship and cooperative management by together as Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park. The Peace Park celebrates the participating in an International Peace Park Hike. These special hikes are held every peace and goodwill existing along the world’s longest undefended border, as well as a Wednesday and Saturday, beginning June 29, and throughout July and August. spirit of cooperation which is reflected in wildlife and vegetation management, search Starting at 10 a.m. from the Bertha Lake trailhead in Waterton Lakes National Park, and rescue programs, and joint interpretive programs, brochures, and exhibits. this 13 km (8 mi) hike along Upper Waterton Lake is jointly led by a Glacier Park Ranger and a Waterton Park Interpreter. Learn about Waterton-Glacier’s three Waterton‑Glacier International Peace Park became a World Heritage Site in 1995 ‑ international designations and take part in a peace & friendship ceremony as you for its scenic values, its significant climate, landforms and ecological processes, and cross the International Boundary on your way to Goat Haunt in Glacier National Park, abundant diversity of wildlife and wildflowers. Montana. Return to Waterton via boat.

A fee is charged for the return boat trip and advance reservations are recommended. The boat will have you back to the dock in Waterton by 6:30 p.m. Each hike is limited to 35 people, so you must pre-register at either the visitor Centre in Waterton (403-859- 5133) or at the St. Mary visitor Center (406-732-7750) in Glacier. Reservations are only accepted for the next scheduled hike (open on Saturday for Wednesday hikes; open on Wednesday for Saturday hikes).

Come prepared with a lunch, water, rain gear, jacket, hat. Wear sturdy footwear. The trail is not difficult, but you will be hiking most of the day. Bring money for the boat. Pets are not permitted.

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Welcome to Waterton Lakes National Park What’s Inside Cruising down Waterton Lake on the “International” David Restivo “Hands across the border” ceremony Jeff Yee The International David Restivo s you travel through this distinctive landscape very small area. Add in the effects of fire, floods, and A“where the mountains meet the prairie”, take avalanches and you end up with a varied landscape Discover Our Neighbors’ Cultural Heritage time to explore and enjoy its natural features. which provides for many plants and animals, This area holds special appeal for visitors handcrafts as sales items. The museum is The People’s Center and Native No other national park in Canada protects so much as well as a wonderful place for you to visit. interested in the culture of indigenous open daily from June through September. Ed-Ventures, for the preservation of within such a small place. Shaped by wind, fire and Stroll along a beach, hike a flowery trail, paddle peoples. Waterton-Glacier International Also in Browning, North American Kootenai and Salish Culture, are located water, Waterton has over 250 species of birds, more a canoe, tour the Upper Waterton by boat, relish a Peace Park lies just west of the Kainai and Indian Days, the second weekend in July, near Pablo, Montana. The Center provides than 60 species of mammals, 24 species of fish and picnic, learn something new at an exhibit, spot a deer Piikani Reserves in Canada and borders is a large celebration of Native American educational opportunities, full-day and 8 species of reptiles or jay, brave a chilly th the Blackfeet Reservation in the United culture that includes a parade, traditional half-day interpretive tours of the Flathead 100 Anniversary and amphibians. dip in a mountain Celebration Events States. People of the Confederated Salish dress, and dancing. Visitors are always Indian Reservation, a museum collection, Because the open lake, or just kick back What’s happening and Kootenai Tribes, southwest of the welcome. and gift shop. Open daily throughout the prairie sweeps up 4 and relax. There’s lots park, also have a close association with summer. Call 406-883-5344 or 406-675- when in Waterton mountainsides, to do here and you the park. Take the time to learn about our Northeast of Waterton, early plains 0160 for further information. you can enjoy neighbors. culture is dramatically displayed at can enjoy it knowing Visit Planner spectacular Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump World that it will always be Get the most from your visit 2 Nearby in Browning, Montana, the Heritage Site. This site is open seven days vistas, carpeted here. Museum of the Plains Indian features a week in summer. Phone 403-553-2731 by abundant When you’re Interpretation Programs fascinating exhibits and Native American for further information. Blackfeet at Two Medicine R. E. Marble wildflowers and heading out of the Theatre, guided hikes & activities peppered with included with your entrance fee 6 park, remember that wildlife such as Waterton is just one Living with Wildlife Akamina-Kishinena Provincial Park deer, bighorn of 42 national parks, Accessibility sheep, ground Learn to keep yourself & the 167 national historic wildlife you encounter safe 8 Akamina Kishinena Provincial Park is The Apgar and St. Mary Visitor Centers, Wheelchair accessible trails include the squirrels, birds sites and 4 marine located in the southeast corner of the the International Peace Park Pavilion, Trail of the Cedars and the Running and bears. conservation areas Park Management British Columbia and borders both and the Cameron Lake Day Use Area Eagle Falls Nature Trails in Glacier, and 10 In Waterton, a combination of geography, that Parks Canada protects across the country, each Waterton Lakes and Glacier National are wheel-chair accessible. A listing the Linnet Lake, Kootenai Brown, and topography, and mild, moist, windy climate has representing a place, person or event that Canadians Glacier National Park Parks. High spacious alpine ridges, of additional facilities and services, Townsite trails in Waterton Lakes. Our neighbour and partner created a wide variety of growing conditions within a value and that are there for you to experience. deep secluded valleys and windswept accessible to visitors with special offers a lot to see and do 11 passes provide habitat and connectivity needs, is available at visitor centers and Visitors sensitive to altitude should be to the last self-sustaining grizzly bear entrance stations throughout Waterton- aware of the following park elevations: Park Map population in the United States. Exposed Glacier International Peace Park. Lake McDonald 3150 ft. 960m 12 alpine ridges, southern latitude and 6640 ft. 2024m southern exposure provide winter range Interpretive programs in Glacier Many Glacier 4900 ft. 1494m Come Celebrate! for goats and big horn sheep. National Park accessible by wheelchair Polebridge 3600 ft. 1097m arks Canada is celebrating 100 years of history are highlighted in the park’s ranger- St. Mary Lake 4500 ft. 1372m Pas the world’s first national park service and Contact Information The trails and passes of the Akamina- guided activity guide, available Two Medicine 5150 ft. 1570m leader in discovery, conservation, visitor experience Visitor Information...... 403-859-5133 Kishinena used today to cross the throughout Glacier. Waterton 4200 ft. 1280m and education. RCMP Waterton (May-Oct)...... 403-859-2244 axis of the continent, were established Over the past century Parks Canada has been Hospitals and used for many years by the busily protecting some pretty amazing places, close Cardston...... 403-653-4411 early people’s and wildlife travelling Pincher Creek...... 403-627-3333 between the Flathead Basin and the to our hearts and homes. These natural gems belong Park Warden (24 hrs)...... 1-888-WARDENS abundant Great Plains. to all Canadians and we want to celebrate with you. A full listing of summer celebrations and activities 24 Hour emergency Akamina Kishinena is a wilderness is available on page 4. area, without supplies or equipment 403-859-2636 of any kind. All arrangements for supplies and transportation must be Fireweed David Restivo made beforehand. Accessible boardwalk on the Trail of the Cedars David Restivo

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Mountain bike on four different trails: Akamina Pass, Snowshoe, Crandell Loop, and Wishbone. These trails are shared with hikers, horseback riders and wildlife. Please yield to them. To avoid unpleasant surprises, slow down and make noise with bells or voice when approaching blind corners.

horseback riding Horseback ride, whether for an hour or a day. Most trails are open to horses Create your own and there are guided trips available. Horse use guidelines are available from the Experience Visitor Centre or Park Gate. fishing We’ll take care of the scenery Fish with the required national park fishing licence, which can be purchased at the Visitor Centre, campground kiosks, and other locations in the park. Be sure you read and understand the fishing regulations in relation to restrictions, limits, and closed waters.

Townsite Stay on the beaten path: explore the village. With the Townsite Loop trail, Cameron Falls, the International Peace Park Pavilion, the Heritage Centre, gift shops, restaurants, art galleries, bookstores, coffee shops, ice cream parlours, a gas station, tennis courts, a movie theatre, playgrounds, a ball diamond and four churches—there’s lots to do! Many activities are suitable for visitors who have mobility challenges. If you are

Todd Ginther wondering whether an activity may be appropriate for you or a companion, please ask Parks Canada staff.

Whether you enjoy a relaxing stroll with an Or try a guided hike or ice cream, a challenging hike, or an evening hands-on activity. As you travel through the park check program with friends, Waterton Lakes out trailside, roadside and National Park offers a wide range of day use area exhibits. activities and adventures. Ask our staff for boating an experience designed with you in mind. If you like the water, whether Looking for more information on your own or guided by Stop at the Visitor Centre, located on the Entrance Parkway, one kilometre Mark Goble outside the village. Pamphlets, displays, and park staff will help you get experts, try boating. The best Ian Nyi scenery & Wildlife spot for paddling a canoe the most out of your visit. The Visitor Centre, and adjoining washrooms, If scenery and wildlife appeal to you, drive one of the scenic parkways. or kayak is Cameron Lake, are open from mid-May to mid-October. The Park Receptionist, located All have pulloffs and viewpoints for safe viewing opportunities and a chance to where both are available for rent. Boat launching ramps are available at the in the Park Operations Building (open from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday discover more about this special place. As an alternative, hop on a shuttle to enjoy Linnet Lake picnic site and at the village marina. (Motorboats are restricted to Friday, year round), can also provide you with information. Accessible an interpretive tour along the parkways and leave the driving to someone else. to Upper and Middle Waterton Lakes.) A permit is now required to launch any washrooms are located in the village at the Firehall. • The Entrance Road begins on the prairie and follows the Waterton Lakes chain motorized or trailered boats. Hand propelled boats like canoes or rowboats and to the village. Enjoy scenic views of the Waterton Valley and its wildlife. Take flotation devices such as float tubes do not require a permit. Join the crew of the time to explore the Prince of Wales Hotel National Historic Site. MV International for the two hour international cruise of Upper Waterton Lake • The Akamina Parkway winds 16 kilometres through mountains to Cameron that leaves from the marina. Remember that park waters are very cold, and Lake, where exhibits describe life in the subalpine. Along the way, visit the Upper and Middle Waterton Lakes frequently have high winds and rough water. First Oil Well in Western Canada National Historic Site, commemorating the Conditions can change very quickly on all lakes. Spring Fall first producing oil well in western Canada. Spring is the best time for wildflowers Late summer and fall are particularly in Waterton. Within a short walk from good wildlife viewing times, especially • Red Rock Parkway is the best place to experience Waterton’s special mountain hiking and prairie mix. Stop at the Native History exhibit to gain some insight into your car you can find 20 or 30 different for black bear, elk and deer. The Like to stay active? Try hiking some of our 200 km of trails. Begin by planning species. Wildflowers can be seen in the grasslands of the lower mountainsides the lives of aboriginal peoples in this area. The 15 kilometre parkway is very your trip. Ask park staff, check out our “Hiking Waterton Lakes National Choose the narrow and may not be suitable for larger motorhomes. park at almost any season as summer provide important food for wildlife, as Park” sheet, hire a licensed interpretive guide, or use a guidebook to pick a weather progresses up the mountains. well as open views which make them • The Chief Mountain Highway links Waterton with our neighbour in Montana, hike suitable for everyone in your group. Make sure you have the knowledge, Best Season more visible. Ungulates such as deer, Glacier National Park. Stop at the Waterton Valley Viewpoint to view the equipment and supplies to have a safe and enjoyable hike. Stop at the Visitor Summer elk and bighorn sheep mate in the fall, Waterton and Blakiston valleys, then continue on through the site Centre for trail conditions, Waterton’s character changes with The most popular time to visit Waterton so they are looking their best. The of the 1998 Sofa Mountain fire. cautions or closures—you’ll the seasons. By understanding these is July and August. The weather is most spectacular birding time is in late • Located just inside the park boundary, off Highway 6, the increase your safety and generally warmer, dryer, and more seasonal cycles, you can plan your fall when large numbers of waterfowl Bison Paddock loop road provides an opportunity to see enjoyment. dependable, and summertime offers migrate through the park. these magnificent animals in their natural grassland habitat. trip to best suit your interests. the most opportunities. Over half of M For your safety, please do not get out of your vehicle. a Winter tt Waterton’s visitors come during these S cycling e Before you arrive, check the m e two months. Winter is a time of quiet retreat. Cycle, but be aware of other l information available. In summer Facilities and businesses are limited, Picnicking traffic and strong winds. months, planning your arrival and include some accommodation, Picnic areas are great places to stop for a meal, or for a break to Parkways are heavily travelled times and calling ahead may save restaurants, and gift shops. Enjoy a relax and enjoy the view. Many have level ground and accessible and without shoulders, so use you frustrating lineups or lack of variety of winter activities, such as washrooms. Remember to keep a “bare” picnic site so wildlife caution. The Kootenai Brown accommodation. In winter, check snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, don’t join your meal. Dustin Parr multi-use pathway is perfect for road and avalanche reports and gas up. ice climbing and wildlife viewing. families with tot-trailers and Prepare yourself by finding out what Be prepared for conditions young riders in training. Red Interprative programs the park offers at the time of year in ranging from warm and windy to Rock Parkway is recommended in the spring and fall when the road is closed which you intend to travel. extreme cold and deep snow. Strong If you’d like to learn more about the park, join us in the Falls Theatre near to motor vehicle traffic. Chief Mountain Highway has wide shoulders, but be winds can create poor visibility, icy Cameron Falls and the Townsite Campground, or the Crandell Theatre in the prepared for some large hills. Bicycles can be rented in the village. Crandell Campground at 8:00 p.m., Thursday to Monday throughout the summer. conditions, and drifting snow on roads.

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Activities for Young Xplorers Parks Canada Merchandise Starting Friday July 1, 2011. Free with park entry! ring a souvenir that will provide lasting memories and inspire Byou to visit Canada’s natural and historic treasures. iscover Waterton Lakes National Park through our Xplorers program Stop by the Visitor Centre or Heritage Centre on Waterton Avenue to Ddesigned for families with children aged 6 to 11. Pick up an Xplorers activity view the full range of merchandise available for purchase. book from the Heritage Centre on Waterton Avenue, and complete as many of the activities as possible to receive a certificate and souvenir.

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Geocaching in Waterton What is geocaching? Wildflower Festival Blackfoot arts & heritage Festival Geocaching is a high-tech treasure hunting game played June 18-25 August 2-4 Lakes National Park around the world by adventure seekers equipped with • This event features guided wildflower walks, hikes • Join the Blackfoot Canadian Cultural Society Starting Saturday July 16, 2011. Free with park entry! GPS devices. The goal is to locate hidden containers, and educational programs, a garden fair, art exhibits and Parks Canada for an art show at Lion’s called geocaches, outdoors and then share your experiences online. Anyone can use coordinates found and workshops on photography, water colour Hall. Exhibition Pow-Wows will be held August ake our geocaching challenge! Parks Canada on geocaching.com to locate caches. painting and drawing. 3 and 4, with Grand Entry at 2:00 p.m. at the Tcreated five caches in various locations throughout community field. the park for geocachers to find. All will be Who geocaches? Canada Day registered on geocaching.com. Locate all five to People of all ages! Each geocache listing has a difficulty Friday July 1 Free Admission Waterton Wildlife Weekend obtain your Parks Canada geocoin! and terrain rating. 1/1 is easiest and 5/5 the hardest. Celebrate Canada in Waterton Lakes National September 24-25 • Geocoins, geocache listings and GPS units (free This allows you to seek a geocache suitable for your Park complete with a bike parade, flag raising Waterton’s wildlife is at its best in the fall. This ability and fitness level. • with a credit card imprint) will be available at the ceremony and a BBQ. weekend features a variety of wildlife events. Heritage Centre on Waterton Avenue. Our Geocache What DO you need Become a Parks Canada explorer! Learn more • 101 program offers a quick overview of geocaching to geocachE? 2nd Annual Super’s Cycle Ride / about the Xplorers program on page 5. and instruction on how to use a GPS unit. Learn A GPS device or GPS-enabled Park Canada Thanks Canada more about Geocache 101 on page 6. mobile phone with internet access. Parks Day Saturday October 1 Geocachers must travel on marked and In addition, a membership with Saturday July 16 Free Admission Ride along a vehicle-free Red Rock Parkway! maintained trails or in publicly accessible areas geocaching.com is recommended. Open House Waterton! • The road will be closed to all motor vehicle traffic (e.g. picnic areas) at all times and ensure that natural Copyright © Groundspeak Inc. and you can ride as far as your interest takes All rights reserved. • Activities, games and demonstrations highlighting and cultural resources are not disturbed. A message For more information you—just a short distance or all the way to Red visitor opportunities, resource conservation or story about each location is included in the cache for 1-403-859-2224 Rock Canyon and back (30 km round-trip). There and ecological restoration will celebrate Parks others to find in lieu of trade items. All caches placed www.pc.gc.ca/waterton will be snack stations, a support vehicle, and lots Canada’s centennial. in Waterton must be approved by Parks Canada. www.geocaching.com of encouragement along the • Try our new way. After the ride, join us at geocaching Pass Creek for a centennial challenge! celebration BBQ. • Take in a special Approximate Driving Times 3 hours from Calgary performance of This is a family event. Waterton Natural History Camping at Helmets are mandatory for 1:15 hours from Lethbridge “It’s a Warden’s anyone under 18, and highly 1 hour from Glacier National Park Association Crandell Campground Life in Song and recommended for everyone else. We encourage children reate a memorable experience sharing Poetry.” he Waterton Natural History our bookstore and displays. to come with a legal guardian. stories around a campfire before Association works closely We provide information and C T bedding down for the night in a traditional with Parks Canada to help the advice on what to do in the park, Photo courtesy of tipi. Drift off to sleep while star-gazing public appreciate, enjoy and as well as maps and trail guides. Bradley Bischoff through the opening into the night sky. learn about the natural wonders We also run the Crooked Creek of the park. Campground, six kilometres Waterton Lakes National Park has five traditional set up in Crandell We are a not-for-profit outside the park on Highway 5. Mountain Campground this summer. organization formed in 1983. Campground revenues are used These tipis may be in high demand, estled in the rolling foothills of southern We create educational to support our efforts. so a reservation is advisable. However, Alberta, Bar U Ranch National Historic Site products and services such If you are interested, we Bar U Ranch N some may be available on a first come, commemorates the evolution of the Canadian as publications, displays, and welcome new members and first served basis. Check at the park ranching industry and the contribution of the special events. Our two key volunteers. National Historic Site Visitor Centre. industry to the development of Canada. The Visitor fundraising events each summer For more information Centre and a vibrant living history program are the Moonlight Cruise For more information For more information or 1-800-568-4996 interpret a time when the West was young. (August 13) and a Silent Auction www.wnha.ca to make reservations [email protected] The Bar U Ranch is located south of Longview, (September 2 to 5). [email protected] 1-403-859-5133 www.pc.gc.ca/baru Alberta just off Highway 22. The site is open from Visit our Heritage Centre in [email protected] late-May until mid-October each year. the community, and check out www.pc.gc.ca/waterton

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Interpretive Theatre Programs, Guided Hikes & Activities Visit the New & Improved How long are you staying in Waterton? A few hours? A whole day? How about overnight or a couple of days? Red Rock Canyon Day Use Area Dee’s Tip Waterton’s team of Interpreters offer a variety of visitor programs during July and August. Theatre programs, Take a short stroll around Red Rock Canyon or guided hikes, roves and point duties—these programs are all free with your park entrance fee. Check the ome and enjoy the new improvements to the Red Rock Canyon schedule at the bottom of this page for days and times and the map on page 12 for locations. Cday use area. Construction occurred during spring and summer of walk to Blakiston Falls. Have a picnic and don’t 2010, and was partially funded by the Federal Government’s Economic forget your camera: gorgeous wildflowers and Only Visiting for a Half Day? Got A Whole Day? Try a Longer Hike Action Plan. Improvements include a paved parking area, larger washroom, picnic area, new exhibits, and a new bike rack for cyclists intriguing birds abound. Look for beargrass, Want to know what that wildflower is? How about and mountain bikers. The new facilities fit within the original footprint the unofficial flower of the Waterton-Glacier that bird? Want to venture out into an area of the Through Ancient Eyes: Bison, Bunchgrass and respect Red Rock Canyon’s natural and cultural health. We did not Dee is a Park Interpreter and Park you’ve never been in before, but you’re not International Peace Park. Watch the stream for and Burning | Adults & Older Children pave paradise to put up a parking lot! It remains the lovely, relaxing has worked in Waterton Lakes comfortable hiking by yourself? What about seeing National Park for eight years. Difficulty: Easy step into wilderness that brings people back year after year. American dippers and harlequin ducks. Distance: 7 km (4.3 miles) return an old trail through new eyes? Be sure to bring some And, of course, enjoy the beautiful red and green Where: Meet at 9am at the pullout on the north side of extra layers of clothing, sturdy footwear, water, Drive the Red Rock Parkway and watch for wildlife along the way. Red Rock Parkway below Mt. Bellevue sunscreen, insect repellent and a hat. Don’t forget Enjoy the striking views of prairie climbing mountains. The day use rock that Waterton is famous for! What was it like to live in Waterton 10,000 years your lunch. International Peace Park? For over thirty years, area, located at the end of the Red Rock Parkway, is a great end to your ago? Where did people camp and what did they do visitors have hiked across the Canada/U.S. boundary scenic drive. here? Explore these questions as you walk along the on foot, accompanied by both a Glacier Park Ranger Red Rock Canyon does not have to be the end of your journey, it’s an Summit Lake Hike | Adults & Older Children side of Mt. Bellevue, through the grasslands to the and a Waterton Park Interpreter. Hike along the important staging area for horse trips, hiking and mountain biking. Difficulty: Moderate bison paddock. Distance: 8 km (5 miles) return shore of Upper Waterton Lake and hear stories of Bring extra layers of clothing, sturdy footwear, water, Where: Meet at 10am at Cameron Lake what our two parks share—an ecosystem with over sunscreen, insect repellent and a hat and don’t forget Hike this moderately-strenuous trail up to Summit 1200 species of plants, over 60 species of wildlife, a snack. Lake in the sub-alpine. It is home to two species and all the various ways that we work together. The that are made for each other—a bird, the Clark’s hike ends in the United States at the Goat Haunt Ranger Station, where you can receive a special U.S. Geocache 101 | Family Friendly Nutcracker, and the endangered Whitebark Pine tree. Meet the Park Interpreter and sign out your free GPS Unit Come see what Park staff and volunteers are doing entry stamp in your passport, before boarding a boat at the Waterton Heritage Centre to save this species at risk. Moose are frequently seen to return to the Waterton townsite. If you want to try geocaching, a Park Interpreter on this trail that takes you through huge, shady old Spaces are limited so please pre-register, either in person or by phoning the Waterton Visitor Centre (403) 859-5133, or will show you how to use the GPS unit. Sign out one Engelmann spruce stands and past cool waterfalls the St. Mary Information Center (406) 732-7750. of ours, or bring your own if you have one. Once with clusters of monkey flowers. Cost: The hike is free with your park entry fee, but there is a you feel comfortable with the GPS unit, there is a charge for the boat ride back. Please purchase your boat geocache located nearby for you to find. Return to the Rowe Lake Hike | Adults & Older Children tickets in advance at Waterton Inter-Nation Shoreline Cruise Interpreter for other geocaches, or help if you need it. Difficulty: Moderate-Difficult Co. at the Marina in Waterton. They’re there to explain a new, fun and adventurous Distance: 12.8 km (8 miles) return Identification: The U.S. Department of Homeland Security outdoor activity. Where: Meet at 9am at Rowe Trail head on Akamina Parkway requires Canadian and American citizens to carry a passport Imagine yourself in the bottom of a rock bowl filled or passport card. All visitors from countries other than Canada or the United States need their passports and have Blackfoot Crafts & Stories | Family Friendly with wildflowers, with the sides towering 400m to have been documented at another U.S. port of entry. Meet in the Crandell Theatre Tipi at Crandell Campground (1300 ft) above you. That is what awaits you in Join our Blackfoot Interpreters. Listen to stories, Rowe Meadow. This trail leads you through a cool hang out by the fire, and make a small craft to take conifer forest to an alpine meadow at the foot of Staying the Night? Take in an home with you. a cirque. Take a break, admire the view, and then Evening Theatre Program take the short but steep trail up to a beautiful, painted turquoise lake. Have lunch and explore the S.O.S. Butterfly Distress! | Family Friendly / For more information about Whitebark Pine forest. Park Staff and volunteers Evening Theatre begins Thursday, June 30 Children Aged 4-12 Volunteering in Waterton Lakes National Park volunteer opportunities, contact: planted hundreds of saplings last fall in an effort to Join us in the Falls Theatre near Cameron Falls and Meet at the Marquis Hole Road just past the Alpine Stables. Justin McKeown Look for a park vehicle and Interpreter. conserve this endangered species. The views the Townsite Campground, or the Crandell Theatre olunteer programs in Waterton provide a range and producing thousands of seeds. Come help us in the Crandell Campground, at 8:00 p.m.and see 1-403-859-5107 We need you! Kids, grab your research assistants are incredible. Vof opportunities for visitors of all group sizes wrangle this nasty buckaroo and keep our native a 45-minute program. There are new programs [email protected] (a.k.a., your parents) and help us protect one of only and ages to become directly involved with park plants blooming. Oh, and don’t forget your cowboy hat! www.pc.gc.ca/waterton every year highlighting some of the latest research protection. Volunteers help to accomplish important two homes in Canada of the endangered halfmoon- The International Peace Park Hike | and information about your favourite plants and Do you visit the park often? hairstreak butterfly. Threatened by the deadly plant, Adults & Older Children work in the park, and benefit from the chance to: animals—and ones you’ve never met! We will tickle knapweed, the butterflies are struggling to survive! Difficulty: Moderate • make a contribution to the community Would you be interested in on-going your funny bone, touch your heart and fire your Your research teams will explore this habitat to Distance: 13 km (8 miles) one-way • develop a personal connection to Waterton volunteer projects? If so, our Adopt- Where: Meet at 10am at Bertha Trail head in Waterton imagination. From bison to bears, leopard frogs to a-Patch program or Citizen Science discover how we can help save the butterflies’ home. • get exercise and fresh air out in nature Did you know that Waterton Lakes and Glacier fire, wolves to wildflowers, we tell stories to adults projects might be the perfect fit. • learn new subjects and skills National Parks form the world’s very first and kids alike. Look for our Now Playing Posters Through the Adopt-a-Patch program, around the campgrounds and Visitor Centre for the you can select your own special spot to evening program topics. Upcoming events include: visit, pick weeds, and protect flowers. Program Schedule Spring Plant Count | May 28, 2011 Our Citizen Science projects currently Annually, on the last weekend of May, the Federation include loon surveys and mapping Programs begin Tuesday, June 28 and run until Sunday, September 4 invasive plants along trails. These (unless otherwise noted). of Alberta Naturalists organizes a spring plant count. Scientist Emeritus Peter Achuff will organise projects are a great opportunity for interested volunteers in counting the number of plant people to learn scientific monitoring skills while making connections with Activities M T W T F S S species flowering in Waterton. Meet on Saturday morning, May 28, for an orientation and checklist. staff in the park. Geocache 101 10am to 11:30 am   Spring Bird Count | June 4, 2011 Other Volunteer Projects Blackfoot Crafts & Stories 10am to 12pm   and Events Tired of getting “tweets” through Twitter? How S.O.S. Butterfly Distress! 2pm to 4pm   about getting your “tweets” out in nature? In support Other volunteer opportunities of a province-wide program of the Federation of arise periodically throughout Alberta Naturalists, you can contribute to a count the summer. Watch for Guided Hikes M T W T F S S of birds in Waterton Lakes National Park during posters or newspaper articles throughout the Through Ancient Eyes 9am to 12pm   the first weekend of June each year. Sign-up at the region and check out Summit Lake Hike Community Fire Hall on Saturday morning. Previous 10am to 3pm   Waterton’s volunteer Begins Sunday, July 10 birding experience is helpful but not necessary. Binoculars are also helpful. web page by clicking Rowe Lake Hike 9am to 4pm    evening theatre M T W T F S S on the activities tab at Begins Monday, July 11 Knapweed Rodeo | July 22-23 Falls Theatre Evening Program 8pm    www.pc.gc.ca/waterton. International Peace Park Hike 10am to 6:30pm   Knapweed is an invasive plant that can take over Crandell Theatre Evening Program 8pm   Begins Wednesday, June 29 native landscapes by releasing toxins from its roots

PAGE 6 PAGE 7 Waterton-glacier guide 2011 Waterton-glacier guide 2011 LIVING WITH WILDLIFE FOR YOUR SAFETY

Tips to enjoy a safe visit Tips to preventing injury Cougar Caution Waterton Lakes National Park is a wilderness area Cougars are not often seen because they and ensure that future generations have the chance to see are solitary, elusive and active mainly at wildlife that is truly wild. so there are hazards to any activity. Reduce your risk of injury or death by taking reasonable precautions. night. They may be more active in areas 6 7 that have habituated deer, like towns and campgrounds Avoid meeting a cougar by travelling in groups and making lots of noise. 1. Wildlife are attracted to 2. Store all food and food- 1. Don’t go it alone. Interpreter- 4. Be prepared. Take along Keep children close to you. Free-roaming roadsides for feed and related items inside a closed, led hikes are available, or if you go enough gear to keep you warm, pets may attract and be attacked by cougars. for easy travel. To prevent hard-sided vehicle. Coolers, on your own, tell someone where safe and to keep you from getting collisions with wildlife, boxes and cans are not you’re going and when you’ll be lost. Wear layers of clothing. It If you encounter a cougar, immediately pick up small children. Face the animal, SLOW DOWN, be alert, and bear-proof. If you leave food back. Travel with others and keep can snow any month of the year and retreat slowly—do not run or play dead. Try to appear bigger and show scan ahead for animals. or garbage out where wildlife your group together. here. Wind can chill the body, aggression by holding your arms or an object above your head, waving a stick or If you spot one animal, look can get at it, you may start a especially if you’ve been sweating, throwing rocks. If a cougar attacks, fight back. putting you at risk of hypothermia. for others: they often travel process of habituation, where Wear sturdy shoes and in groups. animals aggressively seek 2. Sunburn can be a major problem, out human food. Animals that watch your step. Most particularly at higher elevations. become habituated often accidents in Waterton occur when Carry sunscreen. Ticked Off have to be killed. people trip and fall. The risk is Ticks are tiny insects that live in tall grass higher if you’re near waterfalls, and wooded areas. They are most active in streams or lakes because the area 5. Bug off! Few things will ruin your 3. Keep at least three bus lengths (30 metres/100 feet) away from large spring and early summer, but may be found 4. If an animal approaches Beware the Brown-Eyed can be slippery and the water is hike like being chased down the earlier or later depending on the weather. animals and at least 10 bus lengths away from bears. Deer and trail by mosquitos or horseflies. bighorn sheep may appear tame, but they may suddenly strike out you, keep your distance. very cold. Just a few minutes in Tick bites can cause serious illness, although Keep the animal’s line of Beggar! cold water can cause hypothermia Avoid stings or bites by using with their hooves, antlers or horns. cases are rare. Avoid them by staying on trails and away from bushes and tall travel or escape route clear. and helplessness. Snowfields and repellents and not wearing grass. Wear light-coloured clothing so you can spot them more easily. Tuck your Who could resist those liquid brown eyes? That avalanche deposits obscure trails scented lotions or perfumes. cold wet nose? Those expressive ears? And she’s and should be carefully crossed pant-legs into your socks, so ticks stay on top where you can see them. obviously soooooo hungry! But don’t be fooled. If a tick is embedded, carefully remove it so that the mouth parts do not stay in or avoided. Loose rock on scree Water. Though park waters are When deer become accustomed to human food 6. slopes and near steep inclines generally clean, harmful bacteria your skin, and wash the area with soap and water. If you are unable to remove and touch, they lose their natural fear and become creates especially dangerous or parasites may be found in any the entire tick or the area becomes infected, or if a rash develops around the bite “habituated” to people. This causes problems for footing. Reduce the risk by staying untreated surface water. Carry area, see your doctor immediately. both them and us. on designated trails, stay away water from one of the park’s 5. Enticing wildlife by feeding, 6. Read the pamphlet “Keep the from edges and watch your treated water sources or boil and Deer that are fed by people learn to reaching out or mimicking Wild in Wildlife”— available children. filter all untreated water. calls is illegal. It will cause from all Park facilities. aggressively beg for food. Then they Animal Jam them to lose their natural teach their offspring. Seeing wildlife is such a vacation highlight Pamper yourself. Take enough fear of people, and be more HELP KEEP OUR A deer that lets you touch it or feed it is not afraid 3. Cooking and Campfires. that many people forget safety. That’s why food and drinks to keep yourself 7. likely to become agressive, ANIMALS WILD & ALIVE Use fuel stoves for safety and we have staff that help keep both visitors of you. When you run out of bread, leaves, grass, safe and happy. A snack at the which will put other visitors popcorn, French fries, or whatever else you’re environmental reasons. Small, and wildlife safe. You can help. If you see summit or the end of the trail is a controlled campfires are allowed in danger. feeding it, it does not understand why the food- wildlife, watch for traffic, then carefully great way to relax and take in the in designated places. Check fire source has dried up. It may strike at you, knock you pull over onto the side of the road, keeping Jeff Yee view. It’s also a good way to bribe hazard and wind conditions first. down and trample you, demanding more food. reluctant children or friends! your left wheels on the pavement. Limit your Their hooves are very sharp and they have a viewing time so others have a chance to see. Please do not stop in dangerous Safe Travel in Bear Country powerful kick. This is especially dangerous to locations, e.g. close to a curve. Happy wildlife-watching! Bears are naturally wary of humans, and generally children, who often will put their hands out to lure If undertaking a hazardous activity (mountain or choose to avoid us. However, bears may at times deer over to them. threaten or attack people, especially if surprised. rock climbing, or hiking alone) you may register Here are some guidelines to keep in mind. If it smells like food, it must be food. with the Warden office. Once registered to go out, you The National Parks of Canada are hereby dedicated A deer that is fed human food will seek it out in must register back in by returning your registration to the people of Canada for their benefit, education Reduce Your Risk future, and may eat plastic bags, food wrappers and • If you want to avoid a problem with a bear, avoid and enjoyment… and shall be maintained and made’’ form as soon as possible. Staff will investigate all ‛‛ other garbage, mistaking it for food. Parks Canada the bear. Do this by making noise. Bears will veterinarians have found plastic bags and garbage overdue permits. use of so as to leave them unimpaired for usually move out of the way if they hear you Stephen Harrington tangled up in the intestines of dead deer. approaching. Bear bells are not loud enough. the enjoyment of future generations. Use your voice instead. Never approach or feed deer. Please ~ Canada National Parks Act, 1930 If you surprise a bear, and it defends help keep them wild and enjoy them • Hike in groups and stay on established trails itself from a distance. during daylight hours. Keep children close. • If a bear attacks and you have pepper spray, use • Watch for bears and their sign—tracks, it! Spray only when the bear gets close. Be aware Tips to watching droppings, diggings, torn-up logs and overturned of wind and spray distance. Dogs, both large and small, rocks. Leave the area if you see fresh sign. If wildlife wisely • If contact is imminent, play dead. Lie on your have been trampled and you come across dead animals, leave the area stomach with legs apart. Use your arms to immediately and report it to park staff. killed by deer in Waterton. 3 protect the back of your head and neck. • Some trail conditions make it hard for bears to Does with fawns are particularly 1. Act small. Resist the urge to get 3. Outta bed, sleepy head! • If the attack continues for more than a couple of hear and see hikers. Be particularly careful by closer, reach out, or call out to Dawn and dusk are great times minutes, consider fighting back. aggressive in the spring. Keep dogs National Park Regulations streams, blind corners, dense vegetation and on wildlife. Use binoculars or a telephoto to watch wildlife, but they can be closely leashed and steer clear of lens. Your best chance of observing cool. Take a blanket, a thermos of It is your responsibility to know and respect park regulations. windy days. If a bear stalks you, or attacks at truly wild nature is to become as something hot, your wildlife guide, They are strictly enforced. night, it probably thinks you are food all deer. insignificant as possible — but stay binoculars and camera. Find a spot If you encounter a bear „„ Pets must be on a leash at all „„ Removing or collecting natural • Try to escape to a building or car. safe. Retreat slowly if any animal you like and settle in. Then, sit still Bears are intelligent and complex animals. Each times, including in your campsite. and historic objects is not allowed. If you cannot escape, or if the bear follows, use approaches you or shows signs of and be quiet. After about 10 or 15 bear and each encounter is unique; there is no • Pets are allowed on trails in This includes antlers, berries, aggression. Wildlife watching and minutes, the wildlife will ignore you pepper spray, or shout and try to intimidate the Waterton. Please remove pet feces wildflowers, dead wood, fossils single strategy that will work in all situations. photography are best done from a and go about their business. bear with a branch or rock. Do whatever it takes and garbage. and nests. Stay calm. Most bears want to avoid you and • to let the bear know you are not easy prey. In bear country be loud safe distance and from your car. ensure you’re not a threat. „„ It is unlawful to feed, entice or „„ Obey closures. Areas may be • If the bear attacks, fight back aggressively. touch park wildlife. temporarily closed by order of the • Pick up small children and stay in a group. and make noise! For more detailed information, come see the free 2. Watch for the signs. „„ Camping is permitted only in Park Superintendent. They are Keep your pack on, it may provide protection if • DVD “Staying Safe in Bear Country” in the Falls Cyclists and Trail Runners Hone your senses by looking for designated areas, as marked marked with signs and/or tape. you’re attacked. tracks, diggings, or hair on trees. Theatre. You can also get a copy of “Keep the by signs. „„ Firearms are prohibited. Your speed and quietness put you at risk Listen for bird song or elk bugling. • Back away slowly, while talking calmly and Wild in Wildlife” at the Information Centre, park for sudden bear encounters. Slow down through „„ A national park fishing permit „„ Personal watercraft (seadoos, firmly. Do not make eye contact as the bear may Buy a wildlife postcard and write is required in Canada’s national jet skis, etc.) are prohibited on campgrounds or other park facilities. shrubby areas and when approaching blind corners. about hearing coyotes howl, interpret this as aggression. Leave the area or parks. Only barbless hooks are all waters. watching the antics of jays or take a detour. Stephen Harrington permitted for use. finding squirrel tracks.

PAGE 8 PAGE 9 Waterton-glacier guide 2011 PARK MANAGEMENT Glacier National Park

“Just across the border, Glacier National Park forms the other half of Waterton-Glacier Restoring our Terrestrial Ecosystems International Peace Park. Together, with Waterton Lakes, these two parks formed ave you spotted teams of park staff roaming the fire is being used to encourage the regeneration non-native plants the world’s first international peace park and continue to be models of cooperation, Hopen grasslands, tearing up or spraying plants? of whitebark and limber pines, two tree species Non-native plants also threaten the health of Have you noticed the smoke of prescribed fires listed as “endangered” under Alberta’s Wildlife Act. terrestrial ecosystems. These are plants that do partnership, and ecosystem management.” drifting across the foothills parkland and mountain The two pines are being decimated by mountain not naturally occur here. They arrive as escaped slopes? Perhaps you’ve encountered park employees pine beetle infestations and white pine blister rust ornamental plants, in hay or soil moved from one surveying roadside epidemics occurring in Western Canada. area to another, or simply on the undercarriage of vegetation or noticed The prolonged absence of fire has led a vehicle entering the park. Non-native plants that Entrance Fees Park Regulations small cages protecting to stands of older, even-aged trees that have no local predators can spread and displace WATERTON LAKES NATIONAL PARK HAS SEPARATE ENTRANCE FEES. It is your responsibility to know and respect park regulations. Violations are pine cones? These are more prone to the infestations native plants and the animals that use them for food Single Vehicle Pass...... $25.00 punishable by fines up to $500.00 and/or six months in jail. Park regulations are Valid for 7 days. are all signs of efforts and epidemics. Openings in the forest and cover. For example, the half-moon hairstreak strictly enforced. Single Person Entry...... $12.00 • Pets must be on a leash, and are not permitted on trails or anywhere off main- the Parks Canada canopy, such as those created by natural, butterfly is an endangered species listed in Canada’s By foot, bicycle, or motorcycle for 7 days. tained roadways. Agency is making to lightning-caused fires and avalanches Species at Risk Act which relies on native lupine Glacier National Park Pass...... $35.00 • Feeding or disturbing any wildlife is prohibited. restore the health of (or prescribed fires lit by Parks Canada), plants as both the nursery and food source for its Valid for one year from month of purchase. • It is illegal to remove any natural or cultural features including plants, rocks, terrestrial ecosystems larvae. If unchecked, invading Interagency Pass*...... $80.00 mushrooms, artifacts, driftwood, or antlers. and to protect species at non-native plants can displace Valid for one year from month of purchase. • Park Rangers strictly enforce drinking and driving laws. Open containers of risk in Waterton Lakes native plants including lupine *The old Golden Age, Golden Eagle, and Golden Access Passes have been alcohol in a motor vehicle are prohibited in the Park. DUI and Safety Check- National Park. and threaten the survival of the replaced with a new series of interagency passes called the America the points are occasionally conducted. half-moon hairstreak butterfly. Beautiful - National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Annual Pass. • All food and utensils must be properly stored to protect wildlife. Prescribed fire Ask at the Visitor Information Special fees are charged for commercial tour vehicles. • Hunting is not allowed in Glacier. Fire is being Centre about opportunities for reintroduced volunteering at weed pull events onto the like the Knapweed Rodeo near Camping Hiking foothills the end of July, or for a chance Camping is permitted only in desig- Ranger-led hikes are available parkland to to be a citizen scientist and help nated campgrounds. Campgrounds, throughout the park or your group can restore the park ecologists GPS and map except Fish Creek and St. Mary, are enjoy Glacier’s 700 miles of main- native fescue infestations along trails in the available on a “first-come, first-served” tained trails on your own. Hikers need basis. Regulations are posted at each to assume individual responsibility for grasslands backcountry. that are being campground. Utility hookups are not planning their trips and hiking safely. Parks Canada invites you displaced by provided. Ten group sites at Apgar, Read all the warnings and recommen- to take part in protecting the encroaching and one each at Many Glacier and dations in this newspaper. Trail maps, are essential to allow environment. Every time you visit the Park, ask aspen and Two Medicine Campgrounds, accom- trail guides, topographic maps, and for the growth of new yourself if you may be transporting plant material, modate parties of 9-24 people. The fee field guides are available at park visitor various shrubs. seedlings. Blister rust seeds or insects from other areas. Buy and burn local is $50.00 for the first 9 campers and centers. The Trail of the Cedars and The grasslands resistant seedlings for firewood only, ensure hiking boots and camping gear $5.00 per person, per night after that. Running Eagle Falls Nature Trails are provide replanting are being are free of mud and seeds, and give your car a wash The group campsite at St. Mary may be wheelchair accessible. important Shuttle about to depart from the new Apgar Transit Center David Restivo raised from native before going to any protected area. reserved and is an additional $3.00. grazing habitat seeds in cooperation with Glacier for deer and elk. Hiking along the Wishbone Trail National Park and researchers at Montana State geocaching Driving the Going-to-the-Sun Road from Chief Mountain Highway you can see the University. Watch for evidence of burned patches Five geocaches highlighting these restoration Hiker-Biker Campsites This 50-mile road combines both history and unparalleled scenery. While por- effects of a prescribed fire on an encroaching aspen of trees along the trail as you approach Summit activities and species at risk have been placed in Campsites for bicyclists and hikers are tions of the road remain open year-round, the higher sections only open after shared sites holding up to eight people. winter snows are plowed. Ongoing rehabilitation of the Going-to-the-Sun Road forest that was burned by Parks Canada in the spring Lake that show where these rust resistant seedlings various locations throughout the park for geocachers The fee is $5.00 per person. Hiker- may cause short delays of up to no more then 30 minutes. Please allow additional of 2008. Several more fires over the next twenty have been planted and now make Waterton home. to find. Geocache listings and GPS units (free for biker sites at Fish Creek and St. Mary driving time. years will be required to return this forest to native Whitebark pines are a key element of the ecosystem, use with a credit card imprint) are available at the are $8.00 per person. fescue grasslands. Higher on the mountain slopes, their seeds an important food source for the Clark’s Heritage Centre on Waterton Avenue. The geocache along the Carthew-Alderson Trail near Summit Lake, nutcracker, red squirrel, grizzly and black bears. coordinates are also registered on geocaching.com. Vehicle Size Restrictions on the Going-to-the-Sun Road Backpacking Vehicles, and vehicle combinations, longer than 21 feet (including bumpers) Permits for backcountry camping are or wider than 8 feet (including mirrors), are prohibited between Avalanche required and are available at the listed Campground and Rising Sun. Vehicles over 10 feet in height may have difficulty Too Close for Comfort locations. Permits are issued no more driving west from Logan Pass, due to rock overhangs. Stock trucks and trailers than 24 hours in advance and are not may access Packers Roost and Siyeh Bend. veryone enjoys Waterton’s amazing Parks Canada and community be sufficient to reduce conflicts but the conflict in the town of Banff using a issued after 4:30pm. There is a $5.00 Ewatchable wildlife. A close members agree that it is important approach was unsuccessful because the dog handler with trained herding dogs. per person per night charge. Reserva- encounter with deer and their fawns to re-establish a more natural and deer returned. A better strategy was to Please report any instances of tions are also available by mail or at Visiting Logan Pass in the community is a real highlight, safe situation. They are working mow long grass just prior to fawning particularly aggressive deer behaviour, Apgar and St. Mary. There is a $30.00 Frequently the parking lot at Logan Pass fills to capacity, forcing visitors to drive yet it can also put you in a dangerous together on a Deer Advisory Group season in an area with a history of deer attacks and/or any injuries due reservation fee. Visitors entering the on without stopping. The most congested times at Logan Pass are between situation if you get too close. The to implement a strategy to aggressive encounters. This made it to an attack. If possible, take a picture backcountry at Goat Haunt or Belly 11:00 am and 3:00 pm. It is best to plan a visit for early morning or later in the unusually high concentration of mule address public safety and harder for does to hide their fawns, so of the deer. It also helps when you River may obtain their permit at the afternoon. Consider using the free Going-to-the-Sun Road Shuttle. Shuttles run deer in the community is an artificial wildlife protection, while there were fewer defensive attacks. maintain a good distance from deer Waterton Visitor Reception Centre frequently throughout the day between 7:00 am and 7:00 pm. (credit cards only). Concession operated tours also stop at Logan Pass. situation that affects everyone’s safety, maintaining the quality This year, we are trying a new while watching them and choose not to Heavens Peak Bill Hayden as well as predators like bears and wildlife viewing technique to reduce conflict entice or feed them. cougars. everyone enjoys. between people and A large deer population lives deer. An experienced Concession Services in Glacier National Park within the community because it handler will use RESTAURANTS BOAT TRIPS & RENTALS GRANITE PARK AND SPERRY CHALETS GUIDED BUS TOURS AND SHUTTLES provides a relatively safe haven trained herding Food service is available at: Eddie’s Restaurant in Narrated boat cruises are offered at Lake McDon- Granite Park Chalet provides rustic accommoda- Narrated tours and shuttle services are offered by Apgar • Russells Fireside Dining Room and Jammer ald, Many Glacier, Rising Sun, and Two Medicine. tions that include rooms, beds, and a common Glacier Park Inc. For reservations contact: from predators. Many years living dogs to gently Joe’s Restaurant & Pizzaria at Lake McDonald • Optional free guided hikes are offered on some kitchen. Guests provide their own sleeping bag, Glacier Park, Inc. - (406) 892-2525 near people led the deer to lose their haze deer from Ptarmigan Dining Room and the Italian Garden Ris- trips. Boat and canoe rentals are also available. water, food, and cooking utensils. Optional bed natural wariness, and this behavior the community and its torante in the Many Glacier Valley • Two Dog Flats For information contact: linen service is available. offers full Sun Tours offers interpretive tours from late May to is reinforced when visitors approach periphery during the spring Grill at Rising Sun • Snack Bar at Two Medicine Glacier Park Boat Company - (406) 257-2426 service rustic overnight accommodations and full mid-October. Tours highlight Blackfeet culture and or entice deer. and early summer. These Campstore. meal service, in a wilderness setting. history relating to Glacier National Park’s natural dogs are under the control LODGING For reservations contact: features. Tours begin from St. Mary, East Glacier, The Waterton community CAMPSTORES & GIFT SHOPS The Village Inn, Lake McDonald Lodge, Rising Sun Belton Chalets Inc. and Browning. For reservations contact: also has a long history of deer of their handler at all times; Groceries and gifts are available at: Eddie’s Motor Inn, Swiftcurrent Motor Inn, and the Many (406) 387-5654 or 1 (888) 345-2649 Sun Tours - (800) 786-9220 or (406) 226-9220 aggressively protecting their fawns they never contact the deer. Campstore, The Cedar Tree, Schoolhouse Gifts, Glacier Hotel are operated by Glacier Park, Inc. from dogs during fawning time, and This approach builds on and the Montana House of Gifts at Apgar • Lake For reservations contact: HORSEBACK RIDES BACKCOUNTRY GUIDES over time their level and period of the deer’s innate avoidance of dogs You can help— McDonald Lodge Gift Shop and Campstore at Glacier Park, Inc. - (406) 892-2525 Horseback rides are provided by Swan Mountain Glacier Guides offer guided day hikes and back- which strongly resemble their natural Lake McDonald • Gift Shop Outfitters at the following locations: Lake McDon- packing trips into Glacier’s backcountry for one to aggression increased. Deer moved never approach or feed deer! and Swiftcurrent Campstore in the Many Glacier For reservations at Apgar Village Lodge: ald Lodge, Apgar and Many Glacier Hotel. seven days. Custom guide service trips are available. Last year, we marked the most predators, coyotes and wolves. For the from passively tolerating people to Report any deer attacks or injuries Valley • Rising Sun Campstore at Rising Sun • Two Apgar Village Lodge - (406) 888-5484 For information contact: Camping equipment is available for rent at their boldly approaching, and some have aggressive deer in the community and past eight years, Banff National Park due to an attack by calling: Medicine Campstore at Two Medicine. Swan Mountain Outfitters - (877) 888-5557 West Glacier office. struck out with their hooves. relocated them. We hoped this would has successfully reduced elk-human 1-403-859-2636 For reservations contact: Glacier Guides - (406) 387-5555 or (800) 521-RAFT

PAGE 10 PAGE 11 Conservation and some of these will be planted in the the in planted be will these of some and Garden. Demonstration new Demonstration the of stages earliest The fencing, temporary see will Garden plant sporadic and soil, barren soil the underneath but communities, germinating be will seeds grass native establish to begin will plants native and fences. their of protection the under progress garden’s the follow can You how Notice develops. and grows it as stands landscape, natural the reflects it survives and herbivores against tough Falls the Visit conditions. drought against the at Garden Demonstration Theatre from way path the along Theatre, Falls Townsite. Waterton the in Falls Cameron starving or freezing to death, or both. or both. freezing to death, starving or by are not directly affected Humans but there are white-nose syndrome, can do to help control its things we American North spread and preserve people are particular, bat populations. In off their clothing encouraged to clean and mines caves and shoes after visiting the to help prevent in the eastern U.S. possibility of transfer. 2008 Environmental Oct. of York, New Department fungus, York with Others, like white pine blister rust, are exotic, meaning that they they that meaning exotic, are rust, blister pine white like Others, transported accidentally were and U.S. the outside originated of this presence in the not evolve did species Because native here. ward off to insufficient often are defenses normal their pathogen, white to susceptible are ofA number species pine fungus. new the an seeds are whose pines, whitebark including rust, blister pine bears grizzly including animals many for source food important infestation rust of impacts blister The nutcrackers. Clark’s and the throughout ripple but pines, the to just not limited are thus - of white dead trunks bleached can see numerous You ecosystem. treeline. below just forests in many pine bark can trees high-value of individual, Protection can be done? What National Glacier treatments. pheromone with be accomplished (MCH) to pheromone an anti-aggregation using is currently Park by used chemical MCH is a fir trees. Douglas high-value protect - dispers tells pheromone This communicate. to fir beetle Douglas elsewhere look to and occupied is fully a tree that beetles adult ing is protecting Park National Lakes Waterton tree. host another for using attack beetle pine mountain from pine bark white valuable value high hope that is the It Verbenone. pheromone a repellant outbreaks. insect current from can be protected trees insect as the as long continue will phenomenon” tree “red The that remember to is important It persist. disease outbreaks and diseases and insects native by caused are outbreaks ofmost these stressors, outside Other ecosystem. part natural of are the and attack to susceptible more trees make drought, as prolonged such - less precipi and temperatures rising diseases. With and insects by in the trees of red seeing chances the times, opportune at tation continue. will forest nose of - Linden/New von close-up Ryan bat; courtesy brown In hopes of promoting an alternative to alternative an promoting of hopes In eliminating and ornamentals, planting gardens, native planting to barriers the establish to excited is Park Waterton Garden. Demonstration Theatre Falls wildflower 30 grasses, 10 than More be will species shrub 5 and varieties, will plants Some garden. the in planted Park. National Glacier by provided be long and continued our illustrates This a Glacier, with partnership standing every with grows that relationship 2002 Since together. harvest we seed have staff park Glacier and Waterton throughout together seeds collected Collected Park. Peace International the Glacier in grown and sown are seeds Nursery Plant Native Park’s National Biologists do not yet know exactly know exactly do not yet Biologists have kills bats. Bats that how WNS wake up from WNS been affected by than hibernation more frequently to use more normal; causing them the fat reserves energy and deplete the east, In winter. they need to survive been seen flying infected bats have when food is scarce around in winter, bats are either or non-existent. These Little Photo

Graphic Canada the native plants and their subsequent their and plants native the There modified. been have environments once grass prairie fescue where turf is ornamental introduced and bunched, and lupine where gardens in plants thrived. once arnica environmental conditions are in these conditions are environmental be could potentially areas. Glacier bat species, six of home to 12 different of concern or which are either species concern in the state potential species of goal will be of Montana. The long-term so that long-term to train park personnel and their habitats can monitoring of bats help biologists better continue. This will impacts to bats from understand possible allow for better potential threats and areas they use in the management of the park and on surrounding federal lands. A new disease is Why does this matter? America, killing bats in eastern North and a cold-loving fungus appears to be the culprit. The disease is called of white-nose syndrome (WNS) because the white fungus Geomyces destructans found growing on affected bats. Since in 2006, WNS in New York its discovery 1 million has caused the death of over bats. It has now spread to 17 states and 3 Canadian provinces, and biologists are nearly certain that it will eventually out west. make its way What’s Going on in the Park’s Forests? Going on in Park’s the What’s - prob you’ve park, in the biking or walking driving, been If you’ve reddish- The trees. of red-needled clusters large noticed ably - pil these why wonder many see, and to alarming are trees brown disease and insect is severe culprit The dying. are forest oflars the pests diseases are root and defoliators Bark beetles, outbreaks. - Through levels. outbreak at forests Montana affecting currently - sin have pests of forest species numerous Waterton-Glacier out of acres. thousands defoliated or killed in combination or gularly parts forest of the natural are beetles, bark like insects, forest Most of history the throughout occurred have Infestations ecosystem. for in healthy even occurring activity insect with forests, western snowpack, lower by on brought stress of drought As a result ests. populations beetle bark temperatures, warmer and less rainfall, of areas forested throughout years in recent been increasing have pine mountain include: species Principal Canada. and U.S western fir beetle, pine western beetle, Douglas-fir beetle, spruce beetle, native all engraver, pine and beetle, bark balsam western engraver, is budworm, spruce western insect, prominent Another species. can see evidence You a tree. kill can eventually which a defoliator, from Road Going-to-the-Sun the along budworm spruce of the Bend. Siyeh Sun to Rising - oth while quickly, trees kill usually beetles as bark such Insects increasing trees, weaken and injure budworms as spruce ers such reducing diseases, and and insects other to susceptibility their as drought. such stresses withstand to ability their of patches disease can cause root Armillaria like pathogens Forest - in habi diversity and openings forest natural creating die, to trees - remov by in campgrounds is managed This species. forest for tat tend that species tree planting and failure to susceptible trees ing disease resistant. be more to Parks - Garden Demonstration Theatre photo Falls NPS Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park Peace International Waterton-Glacier - the of trees rendition damaged Waterton’s New Native Plant Demonstration Garden Demonstration Plant Native New Waterton’s our paint plants native Waterton, In insects, to home are they landscape; able are and critters small and birds environment. harsh our in flourish to protected more the approach you As that see can you however, townsite Artists’ Insect Glacier and Waterton Take a Closer Look at Bats Look a Closer at Take Waterton and Glacier only fly animals that Imagine studying groups alone or in small at night, roost and make sounds that are during the day, Then imagine ear. inaudible to the human National Park doing this in Glacier realize the exciting challenge and you Starting in facing wildlife personnel. will begin an July 2011, park personnel study to learn about two-year intensive the Glacier National bats. Supported by with Fund, and in cooperation Park Canada, National Park, Lakes Waterton with a renowned work wildlife staff will Canadian bat biologist to learn bat techniques— and monitoring inventory including daytime searches of buildings and bridges, deployment of acoustic recording devices, and mist-netting—to determine which species are in Glacier. International Peace In Waterton-Glacier our knowledge about bats is Park, limited because no formal studies have of been conducted. The immediate goal bat this study will be to find out which and Glacier, species reside in Waterton which habitats they use, and what the

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full electrical flush dry sani- disabled fire interp fees open dates # sites hook-up only toilet toilet showers dump access pits program  1 Waterton Townsite May 1 – sept. 26 238 95 46      $22.50–$38.20  2 Crandell Mountain mid-May – labour day 129     $21.50 Belly River mid-May – mid sept.  $15.70 3 24    Belly River Group mid-May – mid sept.  $4.90/Person  4 Pass Creek Winter late Oct. – late april 8   AGE 12 P Recycle Aluminum and Plastic

Crossing the Border? All travelers crossing the border must present documents that are Western Hemisphere Travel To, From, and Through Goat Haunt Travel Initiative (WHTI) compliant. Those documents include: Travel between Waterton Lakes National Park, Canada and the Goat Haunt Ranger • U.S. Citizens must present a U.S. Passport, Enhanced Drivers License*, U.S. Station, either by boat or by foot on the Waterton Lake Trail, will require an official Passport Card, or NEXUS Card government issued photo identification card for U.S. or Canadian citizens or • U.S. Resident Aliens must present a U.S. Resident Alien Card permanent residents. All others must carry a valid passport. • Canadian citizen must present a Canadian Passport, Enhanced Drivers License*, or NEXUS Card Persons seeking to travel beyond the Goat Haunt Ranger Station into the United States • Citizens from countries other than Canada or the United States must present a valid must present documents that are Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative compliant. passport and a current I-94 or an I-94W. I-94 forms are available at the Port of Entry for $6.00 U.S. currency and all major The Goat Haunt Port of Entry will operate between 10:30 a.m., and 5:00 p.m. No credit cards are accepted. Canadian currency is not accepted. entry into the United States past the Goat Haunt Ranger Station will be authorized * For a list of States and Provinces who currently issue Enhanced Drivers Licenses, outside of the port’s hours of operation. Hikers traveling northbound into Canada please visit www.getyouhome.gov/html/EDL_map.html from the United States are required to contact the Chief Mountain Port of Entry upon their arrival at the Waterton townsite. Information on contacting the Port of Entry is Special restrictions apply when crossing the border with pets, defensive sprays, alcohol, available at the Waterton Lakes Visitor Centre or the Waterton Station of the Royal firewood, and purchases. All firearms must be declared. For more information on Canadian Mounted Police. crossing from the USA to Canada, call 1-800-320-0063; and if crossing from Canada to the USA, call 1-406-889-3865.

Border Crossing Dates and Times Roosville...... open 24 hours Piegan/Carway...... 7 a.m. to 11p.m. Chief Mountain west of the park on Highway 93, north of White- east of the park at the joining of U.S. Highway 89 5/15 to 5/31...... 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. 9/6 to 9/30...... 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. fish, MT and south of Fernie, B.C. with Alberta Highway 2 6/1 to 9/5...... 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. October 1...... closed for season