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SUMMARY:February Speaker Series: Coal Mining in the Eastern Slopes
DESCRIPTION:Join CPAWS’ Katie Morrison for a talk on coal mining in the Eastern Slopes & how we can protect them. \nKatie Morrison is the Executive Director for the Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society (CPAWS) Southern Alberta chapter. She is a Professional Biologist with more than 20 years of experience in the environmental sector. She holds a B.Sc. in Environmental and Conservation Sciences from the University of Alberta and a Masters of Environmental Design from the University of Calgary. Katie has worked in Canada and Latin America for university research projects\, nongovernmental organizations\, and environmental consulting companies. She has an in-depth understanding of conservation\, ecology\, campaign and strategic planning\, community engagement\, and multi-stakeholder collaboration. Katie grew up camping\, canoeing\, fishing and horseback riding with her family\, which instilled a great sense of connection with the natural world. Katie is an avid hunter\, angler and all round outdoorsperson and stills feel happiest when she is outside discovering the wonders of nature and our place in it. \nMembers will receive a Zoom link for the event via email. \nNon-members can register for the event on Eventbrite.
URL:https://naturecalgary.com/event/february-speaker-series-coal-mining-in-the-eastern-slopes/
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SUMMARY:March Speaker Series: The Amazing World of Spiders
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Dr. Jaime Pinzon\, Research Scientist with the Department of Natural Resources Canada (Canadian Forest Service) \nThis talk will offer a broad introduction to spiders\, highlighting fascinating facts about this diverse group of arachnids. Jaime will explore the crucial roles spiders play in terrestrial ecosystems and their significance for biodiversity. Additionally\, he will share examples of current research from his lab\, demonstrating how spiders can be used in ecological studies\, particularly in an Albertan context. Whether you fear spiders or find them intriguing\, his hope is that by the end of this talk\, you’ll see them in a more positive light. \nDr. Jaime Pinzon is a Research Scientist with the Department of Natural Resources Canada (Canadian Forest Service)\, based in Edmonton at the Northern Forestry Centre. Jaime is a Biologist from Colombia\, where he worked for Conservation International – Colombia as part of the Amazon Program team\, conducting biodiversity research and environmental education with indigenous communities. In 2011\, he earned a PhD degree in Wildlife Ecology and Management from the University of Alberta in Edmonton\, where he later continued as a postdoctoral fellow and now serves as and Adjunct Professor. Jaime is passionate about arthropods\, particularly spiders. Much of his research focuses on spider ecology and broader biodiversity responses to natural and human disturbances\, with a special emphasis on forest management and land restoration. Beyond his professional work\, Jaime is dedicated to improving public perception of spiders. At home in Edmonton\, he keeps over 20 tarantulas in terrariums\, further reflecting his deep fascination with these creatures. \nMembers will receive a Zoom link via email ahead of the presentation. \nNon-members can register here.
URL:https://naturecalgary.com/event/march-speaker-series-the-amazing-world-of-spiders/
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SUMMARY:May Speaker Series: Making a Native Garden for Wildlife
DESCRIPTION:The May speaker is Sara Jordan-McLachlan of Grow Wild YYC. She will be speaking on how to build a native garden for wildlife. \nNature Calgary members will receive a Zoom link ahead of the session.
URL:https://naturecalgary.com/event/may-speaker-series-making-a-native-garden-for-wildlife/
CATEGORIES:Botany,Speaker Series
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SUMMARY:June Speaker Series: Diving the Archipelago de Revillagigedo
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Ann Boerner\n \nArchipelago de Revillagigedo is a UNESCO World Heritage site and Mexican national marine park. The park has a considerable number of endemic birds and fish and attracts large numbers of pelagic species such as Manta Rays\, sharks and large predator fish such as tuna. Ann will talk about the park\, its inhabitants and the experience of diving in a remote location.\n \nAnn is a retired Marriage and Family Therapist and passionate scuba diver. She has been a scuba diver for 30 years and has travelled throughout the world diving unique and remote locations.\n \nMembers will receive a Zoom link via email ahead of the event.
URL:https://naturecalgary.com/event/june-speaker-series-diving-the-archipelago-de-revillagigedo/
LOCATION:Zoom\, Alberta\, Canada
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