Birding on St. Patrick's Island
2024-09-02 09:30 - 11:30, 2024-09-13 09:30 - 11:30, 2024-09-27 09:30 - 11:30 (America/Edmonton) | Alberta
Please use the Eventbrite link provided to register and see more info.

Bird Study Group: September 2024
2024-09-04 19:30 | Alberta
Topic: Banded Gulls

Presenter: Tessa Craig
Bio: I am a first year Master of Science student in the Centre for Wildlife Ecology at Simon Fraser University, where I am supervised by Dr. Tony Williams. I am originally from Prince Edward Island (my family has a potato farm – cliche, I know!) and I completed my Bachelor of Science in Biology at Mount Allison University in New Brunswick. I moved to Pemberton, British Columbia, three years ago and am fortunate to get to explore the BC coast through my research. In collaboration with Environment and Climate Change Canada, I am studying the physiological health of glaucous-winged gulls in the Salish Sea as an indicator of ecosystem health.
Zoom details will be emailed to members.

Wyndham - Carseland PP
2024-09-21 08:30 | Fish Creek Provincial Park (Glenfield parking lot)
We will Include a visit to Johnson’s Island. Carpooling is advised and I would like to meet at 8.30 am in Glenfield parking lot in Fish Creek PP in the South. Maximum of 4 cars. Bring lunch and chairs as picnic tables are limited. Registration with leader ntfern@telus.net or 403-836-5146

North Glenmore Park
2024-09-28 09:00, 2024-10-26 09:00 | North Glenmore Park (Parking Lot C)
Meet in parking lot C at North Glenmore Park. Please register with Penny Smith at 403-249-5997 or 404-807-8137. Please email oban2010mull@hotmail.com

Bird Study Group: October 2024
2024-10-02 19:30 | Alberta
Topic: Cats & Wildlife

The impact of outdoor cats on wildlife appears to be a seriously neglected topic in the veterinary curriculum, which Dr. Smits’ presentation is very much hoping to correct. As veterinary professionals, our obligations towards well being of animals, reaches well beyond households and farmyards, and includes all animals, wildlife and ecosystem health.

Presenter: Judit E.G. Smits, DVM, MVetSc., PhD

Zoom details will be emailed to members.

Inglewood Bird Sanctuary
2024-10-05 09:00 | Inglewood Bird Sanctuary, 2425 9 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2G 4T4, Canada
Please meet at the parking lot. Register with leader at ntfern@telus.net or 403-836-5146

Nature Walk With a Focus on Mosses
2024-10-06 10:00 - 13:00 | Bebo Grove, Fish Creek Provincial Park, 13610 24 St SW, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Bring a hand lens or smart phone to observe these tiny plants. If interested, bring a picnic lunch to enjoy with the group after our walk. Meet at Bebo Grove parking lot at the end of 24th Street SW. Register with Sandy Davis at rockhill29@shaw.ca

October Big Day at Votier's Flats in Fish Creek Park
2024-10-12 09:00 | Votier’s Flats, Calgary, AB, Canada
Come participate in eBird’s October Big Day by coming out and counting birds! More info: https://ebird.org/region/CA/post/october-big-day-12-oct-2024-2 All ages and levels of birdwatching welcome. Please register with leader Jessica via e-mail jess.armand11*@gmail.com (remove the asterisks).

Birding On St. Patrick's Island
2024-10-14 09:30 - 11:30 | Alberta
Join Nature Calgary for a bird walk on St. Patrick’s Island on October 14, 2024 and observe the fascinating variety of birds found in their natural habitat. This weekend trade turkey for some great fall migrants like yellow-rumped warbler, wilson’s warbler, and common grackle. We’ll talk about some of the history of the island, some of the changes it’s gone through and maybe even spot one of the beavers or mink that frequent the Island!
Our knowledgeable guide will share fascinating insights about the birds and other wildlife you encounter and talk about their behaviours, making this a great educational opportunity for nature enthusiasts of all ages.
We will have binoculars available for participants who don’t have them. Space is limited so don’t miss your chance to discover the beauty and diversity of Calgary’s birdlife on this exciting nature walk!
These walks are presented in partnership between East Village and Nature Calgary, with all registration fees being donated directly to Nature Calgary.
All walks will start and end at the East Village Headquarters, located directly north of 656 Confluence Way SE on the RiverWalk pathway.

Nature Walk With a Focus on Mosses
2024-10-16 10:00 - 13:00 | Alberta
Bring a hand lens or smart phone to observe these tiny plants. If interested, bring a picnic lunch to enjoy with the group after our walk. Location is Shannon Terrace parking lot at the end of Woodpath Road SW. Register with Sandy Davis at rockhill29@shaw.ca.

Speaker Series (October 2024) - Advocating for Nature in Calgary
2024-10-16 19:30 | Zoom, Alberta, Canada
Advocating for Nature in Calgary

October’s talk is all about the history of Nature Calgary’s advocacy for better conservation practices in and around Calgary all the way from the time we were known as the Calgary Field Naturalists Society to today and learn how you can become involved in our Advocacy Committee.

The talk is presented by Nature Calgary Board Member Nathaniel Schmidt, a lawyer and volunteer who is active in advocacy in Calgary and around Alberta. In addition to Nature Calgary, he also sits on the boards of Calgary River Valleys and the Alberta Wilderness Association. He was involved in efforts to protect Ricardo Ranch and writes about environmental issues in Calgary and around the province.

Members will receive a Zoom link ahead of the talk.

Carburn Park
2024-10-18 09:00 - 11:00 | Carburn Park, Alberta, Canada
Register with leader Anne at ibelton@telus.net or 587-223-7339

Lafarge Meadows
2024-10-25 09:00 - 11:00 | Alberta
Meet at boat launch parking. Register with leader Anne at ibelton@telus.net or 587-223-7339

Nature Walk With a Focus on Mosses
2024-10-27 10:00 - 13:00 | Fish Creek Provincial Park – Votier’s Flats (End of Elbow Drive), Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Bring a hand lens or smart phone to observe these tiny plants. If interested, bring a picnic lunch to enjoy with the group after our walk. Location is Votiers Flats, meet at the parking lot at the end of Elbow Drive SW. Register with Sandy Davis at rockhill29@shaw.ca

Shannon Terrace
2024-11-01 09:00 - 11:00 | Alberta
Meet in last parking lot. Register with leader Anne at ibelton@telus.net or 587-223-7339

Bird Study Group: November 2024
2024-11-06 19:30 | Alberta
Topic: Habitat Selection by Sandhill Cranes (Antigone canadensis) in Alberta using passive acoustics
Presenter: Wyatt Villetard, Master’s Student, University of Alberta.
Presenter Biography: My name is Wyatt Villetard, I am a master’s student in Dr. Mark Boyce’s Lab at the University of Alberta. I was born and raised in Edmonton, but like many Edmontonians, I have family in Calgary and love spending time in your city. On my spare time you will most likely find me spending time at Elk Island National Park, playing hockey, or cheering on the Oilers (sorry). My thesis focuses on habitat selection of migratory and nesting Sandhill Cranes in Alberta. Specifically, I am determining the effects of weather on migration and predicting high quality nesting habitat across the northern portion of the province using passive acoustics. For my talk I will primarily be focusing on Sandhill Crane life history, the background of my master’s thesis project, how passive acoustics work, the pros and cons of passive acoustic monitoring versus radio telemetry, and some preliminary results from my research.
Zoom details will be emailed to members.

Bebo Grove
2024-11-08 09:00 - 11:00 | Bebo Grove, Fish Creek Provincial Park, 13610 24 St SW, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Inglewood Bird Sanctuary
2024-11-09 10:00 | Inglewood Bird Sanctuary, 2425 9 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2G 4T4, Canada
Meet in front of the visitor centre 9 Ave and 23 Street SE. Please register with leader John McFaul at alpglow*@*telus.net or 403-289-9517

Nature Walk with a Focus on Mosses and Lichens at Shannon Terrace
2024-11-10 10:00 - 12:00 | Shannon Terrace Amphitheatre (Fish Creek Provincial Park), Alberta, Canada
Meet at the parking lot off Woodpath Road by the amphitheater. Please register with trip leader by email to rockhill29@shaw.ca

Inglewood Bird Sanctuary
2024-11-15 09:00 | Inglewood Bird Sanctuary, 2425 9 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2G 4T4, Canada
Please request registration with trip leader Andrew Hart andrewhartch@icloud.com

Porcupine Valley, Nose Hill
2024-11-16 10:00 | Nose Hill – 64 Ave and 14 St Parking Lot, 6465 14 St NW, Calgary, Alberta, T2K 5R2, Canada
Meet at Berkley Gate and 14 Street NW parking lot. Please contact leader John McFaul at alpglow*@*telus.net or 403-289-9517

Nature Walk with a Focus on Mosses and Lichens at Inglewood Bird Sanctuary
2024-11-17 10:00 - 12:00 | Inglewood Bird Sanctuary, 2425 9 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2G 4T4, Canada
Meet at the parking lot. Please register with trip leader by email to rockhill29@shaw.ca

Birding on St. Patrick's Island
2024-11-17 11:30 - 13:30 | 656 Confluence Way SE, 656 Confluence Way SE, Calgary, AB, Canada
Join Nature Calgary for a bird walk on St. Patrick’s Island on November 17th, 2024 and observe the fascinating variety of birds found in their natural habitat.
For registration and tickets, see Eventbrite.
Please note that this event will run 11:30am – 1:30pm
We are on the look out for woodpeckers, eagles, winter waterfowl, and late migrants. We’ll talk about some of the history of the island, some of the changes it’s gone through and maybe even spot one of the beavers or mink that frequent the Island!
Our knowledgeable guide will share fascinating insights about the birds and other wildlife you encounter and talk about their behaviours, making this a great educational opportunity for nature enthusiasts of all ages.
We will have binoculars available for participants who don’t have them. Space is limited so don’t miss your chance to discover the beauty and diversity of Calgary’s birdlife on this exciting nature walk!
These walks are presented in partnership between East Village and Nature Calgary, with all registration fees being donated directly to Nature Calgary.
All walks will start and end at the East Village Headquarters, located directly north of 656 Confluence Way SE on the RiverWalk pathway.
For more information and registration, please visit Eventbrite.

2024 Nature Calgary AGM
2024-11-17 13:30 - 15:30 | The Confluence, 750 9 Avenue SE, 750 9 Avenue SE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Join us for our upcoming Annual General Meeting!
AGM Details
DATE: Sunday, November 17, 2024
TIME: 1:30pm – 3:30pm
LOCATION: “The Confluence” (formerly Fort Calgary) 750 9 Avenue SE in the Burnswest Theatre
The meeting will include a guest speaker, Dr. Heather Addy.
Topic: “Tiny” Forests for Calgary
The Calgary Climate Hub has teamed up with Alberta Ecotrust on the project Forests for Calgary. Together, we are establishing small urban forests using the successful Miyawaki method. Using this method, a densely-planted ‘tiny forest’ can grow many times faster than occurs in nature, making this an excellent tool for rapidly greening urban areas. Dr. Addy will talk about the forests that have been planted in Calgary and the benefits of this method of planting!
Speaker biography: I am a biologist who studies plant-fungal interactions. As a Teaching Professor in the Biological Sciences department at the University of Calgary, I taught a range of biology courses over the past 24 years and served as an Associate Department Head for seven years. In my teaching, I emphasized collaborative learning approaches that helped students gain skills in teamwork and science communication, as they worked together to apply what they learned to address real-world issues. Since my retirement in July 2022, I have been volunteering with the Nature Node of the Calgary Climate Hub as part of the steering committee for the “Tiny Forests for Calgary” project. I am excited to serve on the board, and to use my background and experience in biology, teamwork, and communication to support the mission of the Calgary Climate Hub. I am particularly interested in natural infrastructure solutions for climate resilience, and strategies to support the work of Indigenous climate action groups and engage a broader diversity of Calgarians in climate action.

Graves Bridge Boat Launch
2024-11-22 09:00 | Graves Bridge Pubic Boat Launch, 3113 Heritage Dr SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2C 3A6, Canada
Meet at the far end of the parking area. Please request registration with trip leader Andrew Hart andrewhartch@icloud.com

Nature Walk with a Focus on Mosses and Lichens at Griffith Woods
2024-11-24 10:00 - 12:00 | Griffith Woods Park, Alberta, Canada

Mallard Point
2024-11-29 09:00 | Mallard Point (Fish Creek Provincial Park), Alberta, Canada
