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www.ab-conservation.com We dedicate more than half our R&D budget to projects that help the environment – our Sandhill Fen Watershed, for example. It’s the largest reclaimed wetland in the oil sands and the industry’s first reclaimed landform built on tailings. Best of all, it’s breaking ground for more. Syncrude.ca The Syncrude Project is a joint venture undertaking among Canadian Oil Sands Partnership #1, Imperial Oil Resources, Mocal Energy Limited, Murphy Oil Company Ltd., Nexen Oil Sands Partnership, Sinopec Oil Sands Partnership, andSuncor Energy Ventures Partnership. Syncrude-R&D-Ad-DiscoverAdventureGuide.indd 1 11/23/15 2:48 PM Get outside. Experience the joy and health nature. Be inspired. A number of our properties across the about many of them in this guide. Get Involved Become a Conservation Volunteer www.conservationvolunteers.ca Help lead the way for conservation! Become a Leader in Conservation www.natureconservancy.ca/ab-lic For more information and properties : www.natureconservancy.ca/ab 1-877-262-1253 Trademarks owned by the Nature Conservancy of Canada - Bunchberry Meadows, AB, Photo by Kyle Marquardt photo: ACA, Randy Lee Randy ACA, photo: Your Safety is our first priority. Throughout the guide we’ve added some tips and tricks to help you survive the wilderness, like what to do if you meet a bear, how to recognize signs of heat exhaustion or danger signs to watch for while snowshoeing. We’re rather attached to Alberta’s outdoor enthusiasts and hope these might help in case of emergency. ab-conservation.com www.ab-conservation.com In a close second to your safety, we just want you to get out there. Hunting, fishing, birdwatching, berry picking, picture taking or just wandering around in nature are great ways to spend time with loved ones. Reconnecting with family and friends is priceless and the memory of time spent together can last a lifetime. Download our FREE Discover Guide App from the App Store and we’ll keep you posted on the latest events like when the ponds have been stocked or when the next Kids Can Catch event will take place. 2 Alberta Discover Guide 2016 HERE BE DRAGONS It’s said that when the English mapmakers were first exploring their world, they would mark any unknown area with “Here be dragons.” photo: ACA, Randy Lee Randy ACA, photo: Alberta Conservation Association can’t guarantee dragons but adventure definitely awaits across the 298,852 acres of Alberta’s conserved land. Generous organizations, individuals and corporate partners have donated, purchased photo: ACA or partnered with ACA to make sure there is a place for wildlife to thrive and people to discover nature. All 761 Conservation Sites are in this guide with icons to tell you what you might expect there… barring any dragons. VATION SITE CONSER S ARE HUNTING - These sites are KEEP CONSERVATION foot access only with no SITES WILD! roads or ATVs. • Foot access only Do your part to conserve • No motorized vehicles FISHING - This site has a Alberta’s wild side. • Pack out what you pack lake, river, or stream on it. Please tread lightly across sensitive in, including garbage habitat conserved for the species • Respect wildlife and keep HIKING - Explore, bird calling it home—remember, you are a safe distance watch, hike, take some the visitor. There is no fee to access • Take care not to damage pictures. Conservation Sites, but we ask that vegetation you always respect the land. ACA stocks over 60 lakes across the province with FIRST TIME WITH THIS GUIDE? HERE'S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW. rainbow or brown trout. It is your responsibility to ensure you are at the right location before entering private land. Consult a county or municipal landowner map to verify the location of the Conservation Site and double check that you are entering Wild berries and nuts can the correct property. You can also download Google map directions for each be found in these sites. Conservation Site at www.albertadiscoverguide.com. Cooperation and mutual respect between landowners and the public is crucial to the future of recreational opportunities on private land. Please act responsibly and obtain We have 5 new sites for permission from private landowners for access. Contact ACA for more information. you to explore and enjoy. PLEASE USE RESPECT. Do not target practice or sight in firearms on Conservation Sites. For the safety and enjoyment of all users and neighbouring residences, conduct these activities at a gun range. WHO DO YOU CONTACT? If you have questions or concerns related to the Conservation Sites listed in this Guide, DISCLAIMER please contact one of these organizations listed under Partners. Alberta Conservation Association (ACA) and its partners are not responsible for errors or omissions. Conservation Sites are available for recreational access at your own risk. ACA sites 1-877-969-9091 By accessing these properties you agree that ACA and its partners are not liable for any AFGA sites 780-437-2342 injury or damage whatsoever caused to yourself or others irrespective of the cause of the injury or damage. Be aware of the potential for grazing livestock or other users. DUC sites 1-866-479-3825 www.ab-conservation.com 3 Member Groups Alberta Fish & Game Association (AFGA) Our passion is to promote, through education and programs, the conservation and utilization of fish and wildlife, and to protect and enhance the habitat they depend upon. ab-conservation.com Alberta Hunter Education Instructors’ Association (AHEIA) AHEIA is a non profit organization dedicated to creating an ethical, www.ab-conservation.com humane and educated Alberta that values wildlife, fish and the environment. ABOUT ACA Alberta Professional Outfitters Society (APOS) Since 1997, Alberta Conservation Association (ACA) has directed hundreds of millions of APOS provides leadership and direction in the continuing development of Alberta’s outfitted hunting industry. The Society strives for long- dollars towards thousands of conservation term sustainability in its approach to wildlife management, business efforts across Alberta. We are governed opportunities and global competitiveness. by a multi-stakeholder Board of Directors represented by hunting, fishing, trapping and naturalist groups; government; First Nations; Alberta Trappers’ Association (ATA) public at large; industry; and academic ATA’s vision is of an Alberta where the harvesting of wild furbearers is representatives. an ongoing, respected management activity that helps to ensure the Our work is about Alberta’s fish and wildlife continuation of this part of Alberta’s heritage, culture and identity. As an and the ecosystems they need to thrive. Our association we promote the harvesting of wild furbearers in a humane and work is also about creating sustainable outdoor sustainable manner. recreation opportunities for all Albertans. Every levy dollar from fishing and hunting Nature Alberta licences and every partnership contributes NATUNatureRE AL AlbertaB ERT isA a Federation of local natural history groups representing to conserving Alberta’s natural heritage and a dynamic network of 42 clubs with upwards of 5,000 members future. We fund research through grants, we NATURE ALB ERTA participating in the study, enjoyment, and conservation of wild Alberta. complete in-house studies on wide-ranging topics, we conserve important land, we listen to the concerns of Albertans, and we strive to Pheasants Forever Alberta Council (PF) be as transparent and responsive as possible. Pheasants Forever Alberta Council represents all of the Pheasants Forever chapters in Alberta and is dedicated to the conservation of pheasants and Our Mission other wildlife in southern Alberta through habitat improvements, public ACA conserves, protects and enhances fish awareness, education and land management policies and programs. and wildlife populations and their habitats for Albertans to enjoy, value and use. Treaty 8 First Nations Our Vision Treaty 8 First Nations of Alberta’s mandate is to operate as a unified and An Alberta with an abundance and diversity of collective organization that promotes, preserves, and ensures the true wildlife, fish and their habitats; where future spirit and intent of Treaty No. 8. They coordinate, facilitate and advocate generations continue to use, enjoy and value relevant issues and matters on behalf of the member First Nations, and our rich outdoor heritage. continue to be stewards of the land within the traditional territories of Treaty No. 8. Trout Unlimited Canada (TUC) Trout Unlimited Canada’s mission is to conserve protect and restore Canada’s freshwater ecosystems and their coldwater resources for current and future generations. Our work includes on the ground stream restoration, scientific research, and education through our Yellow Fish Road program. Wild Sheep Foundation Alberta Our mission is to enhance wild sheep populations, promote professional Cover photo: ACA, Darren Dorge wildlife management, educate the public about wild sheep and the conservation benefits of hunting, encourage fair chase hunting, and PUBLICATIONS MAIL AGREEMENT NO.41260556 Printed in Canada protect sportsmen's rights—while keeping administrative costs to a minimum. 4 Alberta Discover Guide 2016 PARTNERS ACRONYM CONSERVATION PARTNERS LEGEND The success of this publication is made possible through ongoing support from participating partners as well as private landowners, hunters, anglers and trappers, whose donations and funding directly support our work. ACA Alberta Conservation Association Conservation partners such as Alberta Fish & Game Association (AFGA) and its affiliated clubs as well as Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) contributed a large number of the Conservation Sites in AEP Alberta Environment & Parks the Guide. Their involvement makes this one of the most extensive outdoor guides around. AFGA Alberta Fish & Game Association ALF Alberta Lottery Fund ARC Alberta Research Council ASRPWF Alberta Sport, Recreation, Parks & Wildlife Foundation ATPR Alberta Tourism, Parks and Recreation BRID Bow River Irrigation District CPR Canadian Pacic Railway CWF Canadian Wildlife Federation CWS Canadian Wildlife Service or Environment Canada DMI Daishowa-Marubeni International Ltd.