Nature Calgary

Sandy Beach
2023-03-11 10:00 (America/Edmonton) | Sandy Beach, 4500 14A Street Southwest, Calgary, Alberta, T2T 2V8, Canada
4500 – 14A Street SW. From the intersection of 50 Ave and 14A Street SW drive east down the access road to the parking lots near the Elbow River. Register with leader John McFaul alpglow@telus.net or 403289-9517

Bebo Grove
2023-03-14 09:00 | Bebo Grove, Fish Creek Provincial Park, 13610 24 St SW, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Please register with Kaya Konopnicki at https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/nature-calgary-birding-bebo-grove-fcpp-tickets-551847660207

Speaker Series (March 2023)
2023-03-15 19:30 | Zoom, Alberta, Canada
Karen McDaniel spent 45 years in education as a teacher, administrator and professor starting in Kindersley and Saskatoon, Saskatchewan before moving to Calgary, Alberta for a long career with the CBE. After retirement, she went on to Eastern Washington University in Cheney, Washington. She eventually returned to Calgary to work at SAIT negotiating articulation agreements provincially, nationally and internationally so that SAIT graduates could take their two-year diplomas as two year credit towards four-year degrees.
This work afforded her many opportunities to travel for pleasure and work, so far to over 40 countries. When she really retired, her children were afraid that she would be bored and therefore needed some hobbies. Photography and geocaching – a world-wide scavenger game based on GPS coordinates – keep her very busy. She is addicted to both!
She knows that every day that she is not listed in the obituaries, is going to be a good one!
The McDaniel’s Great African Adventure
In 2014, Karen and her daughter, Laurel, undertook their own African adventure to fulfill a birthday promise Karen made to her daughter. They planned a trip to Kruger Park in South Africa , Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe and the Okavango Delta in Botswana. It was an amazing holiday that included photographing everything that walked, flew and grew! They saw the Big Five animals plus so much more. The bird life was stunning as were the landscapes and experiences which included walking with lions, an elephant charge (totally unplanned!) and amazing sights and sounds. Nothing like experiencing a hippo scratching its back against the cabin foundation poles in the middle of the night or listening to baboons screeching through the night!
Her presentation will give you a taste of travelling in these areas and hopefully encourage you to look at such an adventure in your future.

Inglewood Bird Sanctuary
2023-03-16 09:00 - 11:00 | Inglewood Bird Sanctuary, 2425 9 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2G 4T4, Canada
Please register with Anne Belton at ibelton@telus.net

68th Street Wetlands
2023-03-17 09:00 | 68 Street SE Wetlands, Alberta, Canada
Please register with Kaya Konopnicki at https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/nature-calgary-birding-68th-street-wetlands-tickets-551855553817

Walk at Inglewood Bird Sanctuary
2023-03-18 09:00 | Inglewood Bird Sanctuary, 2425 9 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2G 4T4, Canada
Please register with Nimali at ntfern@telus.net, cell 403-836-5146, home 403-265-8750

Carburn Park
2023-03-23 09:00 - 11:00 | Carburn Park, Alberta, Canada

Wolf Willow to LaFarge Meadows
2023-03-24 09:00 | Fish Creek Provincial Park – Wolf Willow, Alberta, Canada

Bird North Glenmore Park
2023-03-25 09:00 | North Glenmore Park (Parking Lot C)
Meet at 9:00am in Parking Lot C. Please e-mail Penny at oban2010mull@hotmail.com or phone 403-807-8137 or 403-249-5997.

Dale Hodges Park
2023-03-25 10:00 | Dale Hodges Park, Alberta, Canada
NW Calgary. From 16 Ave NW take Home Road north to 52nd Street NW, turn left and then the first right into the parking lot just before the Maranatha Church. Register with leader John McFaul alpglow@telus.net or 403289-9517.

Fish Creek Park Boat Launch
2023-03-30 09:00 - 11:00 | Fish Creek Provincial Park – Boat Launch Parking Lot (Bow Bottom Trail), Alberta, Canada
Registration required. Leader Andrew Hart andrewhartch@icloud.com

Frank Lake
2023-03-31 09:00 | Frank Lake, Alberta, Canada
Please register with Kaya Konopnicki at https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/nature-calgary-birding-frank-lake-tickets-551868442367

Birding On St. Patrick's Island
2023-03-31 09:30 - 11:30, 2023-04-14 09:30 - 11:30, 2023-04-28 09:30 - 11:30 | East Village Headquarters, 656 Confluence Way SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2G 0G1, Canada
Join Nature Calgary for a bird walk on St. Patrick’s Island to observe the fascinating variety of birds found in their natural habitat. You may have the opportunity to see Bald Eagles, Gulls, and Woodpeckers, among other species. St. Patrick’s Island offers a picturesque setting for this event.
Our knowledgeable guide will share fascinating insights about the birds you encounter and 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 bird 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 East Village Headquarters, located directly north of 656 Confluence Way SE on the RiverWalk pathway.
The upcoming birding event is accessible to all, regardless of age or ability.

The pathways are flat. Some pathways are unpaved but they are well compacted.
Nature Calgary has taken measures to accommodate those with sight or hearing impairments
Guides are knowledgeable about bird calls to assist those with sight impairments
Sight cues will be available for those with hearing impairments
Dogs are not allowed at the event unless medically necessary. This helps ensure the safety and comfort of the wildlife
The event is LGBTQ+ friendly, welcoming people of all orientations and identities.

Register Here

Bird Study Group (April 2023)
2023-04-05 19:30 | Zoom, Alberta, Canada
Ethical Owl Observations
LINK for registration
TIME: 7:30 PM
PRESENTER: Dan Arndt
Alberta is a fantastic place to spot owls in their natural habitat, and this presentation will provide some valuable insights on how and where to find these elusive creatures. Dan will share tips on how to make the most out of your owl-watching experience and provide an intro to ethical owl photography. It’s important to remember that owls are sensitive creatures that need their space and privacy, so the presentation will also cover some dos and don’ts when observing these fascinating birds. Whether you are a seasoned birdwatcher or a curious beginner, this talk promises to be an informative and enjoyable experience that will leave you with a greater appreciation for the beauty and wonder of these magnificent creatures.
Presenter Bio:
Dan Arndt is a Wildlife Biologist with a passion for high quality data collection supporting environmental surveys throughout western Canada. To him, the most important aspect of his work is the quality and integrity of the data that is collected, analyzed, and ultimately reported on. With this in mind, it is absolutely vital to any team to have a top notch bird biologist to help with those data, and train others who have the desire and interest to learn.
Dan’s area of specialization is focused on bird surveys of all types, including breeding birds, sharp-tailed grouse, burrowing owls, and bird migration surveys to support renewable energy projects. He also has extensive experience conducting mammal, reptile, and amphibian surveys throughout Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba.
He loves the work that he does, and his strongest asset is his unquenchable thirst for knowledge, and learning more about the natural history of not only his survey subjects, but all aspects of the environment.

68th Street Wetlands
2023-04-06 09:00 - 11:00 | 68 Street SE Wetlands, Alberta, Canada

Burnsmead
2023-04-13 08:30 - 11:00 | Alberta, Canada
Please register at ibelton@telus.net

Inglewood Bird Sanctuary
2023-04-15 09:00 | Inglewood Bird Sanctuary, 2425 9 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2G 4T4, Canada
Email ntfern@telus.net
Home phone 403-265-8750
Cell 403-836-5146

Nose Hill Crocus Cruise
2023-04-15 10:00 - 12:00 | Nose Hill – 64 Ave and 14 St Parking Lot, 6465 14 St NW, Calgary, Alberta, T2K 5R2, Canada
We will meet at the 64th avenue and 14 Street NW entrance. Please register with leader John McFaul, at alpglow@telus.net or 403 289-9517. Maximum 10 participants.

Speaker Series (April 2023)
2023-04-19 19:30 | Zoom, Alberta, Canada
Explore the World Through iNaturalist: A Beginner’s Guide
Unleash your inner naturalist and join Matt Wallace & Kaya Konopnicki to learn the untold benefits of iNaturalist and citizen science.
Register here

Mallard Point
2023-04-20 08:30 - 11:00 | Mallard Point (Fish Creek Provincial Park), Alberta, Canada
East end of Canyon Meadows Drive. Please register at ibelton@telus.net

Langdon at Weed Lake and Slough
2023-04-22 08:00 | Weed Lake in Langdon, Glenmore Trail, Langdon, Alberta, T0J1X0, Canada
Meet in parking lot C at 8:00am. Registration restricted to 4 cars.
Phone 403-249-5997 or 403-807-8137
Email Penny at oban2010mull@hotmail.com

Nature Walk Tuscany Ravine
2023-04-22 10:00 - 12:00 | Tuscany Ravine (Parking Lot), Alberta, Canada
We will search for spring wildflowers, including Townsendia. Meeting spot to be determined. Please register with leader John McFaul, at alpglow@telus.net or 403 289-9517. Maximum 10 participants.

Votier's Flats
2023-04-27 08:30 - 11:00 | Votier’s Flats, Calgary, AB, Canada

St. Patrick's Island Birding
2023-04-28 09:30 - 11:30 | St. Patricks Island (Calgary Zoo West Lot), 1300 Zoo Road NE, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 7V6, Canada
Register here

Nose Creek Park, Airdrie
2023-04-28 10:00 - 12:00 | Airdrie Nose Creek Park, Airdrie, Alberta, Canada

Bird North Glenmore Park
2023-04-29 09:00 | North Glenmore Park (Parking Lot C)
Meet at 9:00 am in Parking Lot C. Please e-mail Penny at oban2010mull@hotmail.com or phone 403-807-8137 or 403-249-5997.

68th Street Wetlands
2023-04-29 09:00 - 11:30 | 68 Street SE Wetlands, Alberta, Canada

Griffith Woods Park (Trees and Plants)
2023-04-29 10:00 - 12:00 | Griffith Woods Park, Alberta, Canada
