Snowy Owl Pre-Prowl
Go east of Calgary in search of the Legendary Snowy Owl. A precursor to the annual February Snowy Owl Prowl. Chances also for Gyr and Prairie Falcon, Great Horned Owl, Snow Buntings, Horned Larks, Common and Hoary Redpolls. Bring lunch. A mid-trip break in a nearby town. Leader, Terry Korolyk. Registration closed due to overwhelming […]
Speaker Series – January 2019
La Cité des Rocheuses 4800 Richard Rd SW, Calgary, Alberta, CanadaTall Tales, Long Lenses This remarkable book recounts many of Marriott's favourite stories and photos from his most memorable wildlife encounters in some of Canada's spectacular locales. It's a fascinating autobiographical account of being in the right place at exactly the right times, from his one-day love affair with a pine marten to his lifelong […]
Bird North Glenmore Park – January 2019
North Glenmore Park (Parking Lot C)Meet in parking lot C just W of Rowing Club, accessed from S end of Crowchild Tr SW. (no 37st access). Leader Penny Smith, 403 249-5997
New Event – Bird Carburn Park
Carburn Park Alberta, CanadaFrom Glenmore Trail, go S at 18 St SE to 2nd stoplight, turn right & follow signs to Park. Meet in parking lot, leader Tony Timmons 403-256-0754.
Monthly Elbow River Birding Survey – February 2019
Stanley Park (42 Ave SW) 4011 1a St SW, Calgary, Alberta, CanadaMeet Stanley Park, 42 Av SW, just W of Macleod Tr. Walk to Glenmore Reservoir, ride back (3.5 hours). Call leader Gus Yaki, 403-243-2248, to ensure vehicle space for return.
Inglewood Bird Sanctuary – February 2019
Inglewood Bird Sanctuary 2425 9 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, CanadaThe sanctuary is located at 2425 9 Ave. SE. Meet in parking lot. The Sanctuary is located at 2425 - 9 Ave. SE .From the Deerfoot Trail, take the Blackfoot Trail westbound exit to 19 St. SE, then turn left from this onto 9 Ave. Leader, Janet Gill, 403 230-5671. Beginners & families welcome.
Bird Study Group February 2019
Cardel Theatre 180 Quarry Park Blvd SE, Calgary, Alberta, CanadaAlberta 2018 – An Alberta Big Year Presented by Howard Heffler Howard Heffler is a chemical engineer who spent most of his career in Calgary as an environmental manager in the petroleum industry. He and his wife, Lyn, have always participated in outdoor activities such as hiking, skiing, and paddling. Over the past twenty years, […]
Speaker Series – February 2019
La Cité des Rocheuses 4800 Richard Rd SW, Calgary, Alberta, CanadaInsects: Conservation, Perceptions, and Early Education Why do humans prefer some insects over others? Why are we scared of insects that are harmless? How does our negative or confused attitude towards these animals impact conservation efforts? What influences beliefs in our early years of life? Elizabeth argues that we need to think critically about the […]
Bird North Glenmore Park – February 2019
North Glenmore Park (Parking Lot C)Meet in parking lot C just W of Rowing Club, accessed from S end of Crowchild Tr SW. (no 37st access). Leader Penny Smith, 403 249-5997
Snowy Owl Prowl 2019
** Registration has now closed. However, you may email Melanie ( melaniesene@gmail.com) to be added to the waiting list. ** Once again we set out in quest for the legendary Snowy Owl on Nature Calgary’s annual Snowy Owl Prowl. Chances also for Gyr and Prairie Falcons; Rough-legged Hawks and others. Trip will go until approximately […]