Education Grants: apply by Sep 30

Nature Calgary is again offering an Education Grant to support schools in the City of Calgary who require financial aid for any project that teaches students to appreciate, observe, study and respect nature and the outdoors in Calgary and area. This grant will give...

Paskapoo Slopes Development Proposal

A new proposal  for developing the lower Paskapoo Slopes area east of Canada Olympic Park, is in the review stages with the City planning department.  The City of Calgary’s website page for the proposal, which includes opportunities for online comment and...

Biodiversity Oral History Research

The City of Calgary is working on a project in conjunction with the U of C to tell the story of biodiversity change in Calgary, from the viewpoint of ordinary citizens who have experienced or observed changes in our natural environment over time. In order to hear and...

Birdwatching article

In April 2014, the Calgary Herald’s Neighbours publication featured an article about birdwatching, with an interview with Nature Calgary president Andrew Hart.  Neighbours article Apr 2014

Kids and nature – can you help on July 2?

As a member of Nature Calgary you are aware of the pleasures and benefits of being in a natural environment.  An early introduction to the various aspects of nature can lead to a lifelong appreciation of nature. The Shawnessy YMCA Day Camp is planning to have a day at...

Book by July 4 for Waterton Weekend

You may now book for the Waterton weekend, July 11-13, online or by cheque. Stay at the Canyon Church Camp during flower season in Waterton National Park one of the most delightful times of year in Alberta. Participants organize outings among themselves, depending on...

Spring Naturalist Weekend at Barrier Lake

Biogeoscience Institute, University of Calgary, announces their annual Spring Naturalist Weekend, June 13 – 15, 2014 at the Barrier Lake Field Station in Kananaskis Country. Cost: $125 + GST, includes 5 meals and accommodation for 2 nights. Guest scientists include...

Kananaskis Bear Day

For those who enjoyed Randy Axani’s excellent talk on Mar 18 at our monthly meeting, and want to learn more, Kananaskis Bear Day is Sunday April 13 at the Canmore Seniors Centre.  More information

eBird Training Sessions

Nature Calgary is again offering eBird training sessions for our members.  These are hands-on classes, in a computer lab training facility.  If you wish to attend a session please register by emailing birdstudy@naturecalgary.com . The next session is not yet...