Join us on Tuesday, April 30 for an educated luncheon on Cows, Carbon and Grasslands. Learn more from Cameron Carlyle about the complicated relationship between cows, climate change and grasslands. 🐮
Info and registration ➡️
bit.ly/4cL9PLE

''Every drop counts': City of Calgary encouraging residents to reduce water usage' CTV News via calgary.ctvnews.ca/every-drop-cou…

Join us in celebrating a historic achievement for Prairie grasslands! Thanks to you, McIntyre Ranch is now conserved forever. But our mission doesn't end here. Let's continue the momentum and safeguard Canada's remaining Prairie grasslands. ➡️ brnw.ch/21wJ3Ev #EarthDay

We are currently responding to a number of new wildfires across the province. Most notably, Wildfire MWF012 was discovered yesterday. This wildfire is located approximately 4.5 km east of Saprae Creek Estates and is currently classified as out of control at 67 hectares in size.

Join us TOMORROW from 11:30 AM-1:00 PM for an educated luncheon on COWS, CARBON and GRASSLANDS. Learn more from Cameron Carlyle about the complicated relationship between cows, climate change and grasslands. 🐮🐄
Info and registration ➡️ bit.ly/4cL9PLE

Share your community’s Earth Day activities in the comments!
Community clean up: shorturl.at/hlHS4
Green Guardians: shorturl.at/ky689
Wings over Water screening: shorturl.at/gtyD8
Earth Day Celebration: shorturl.at/ruASW

Have you been keeping up with rezoning in Calgary? Check out this article from CTV News Calgary!

calgary.ctvnews.ca/not-very-happy…

#Zoning #LandUse #CalgaryZoning #CalgaryRezoning

A new Bow River Reservoir is critical for Calgary. This upstream water storage solution would help ensure a secure water supply that supports long-term growth while managing flood and droughts risks in a changing climate.

Take part in the Alberta Environment and Protected Areas survey – open until May 6.

🚨 Farmers, your voices shape the future of seeds & #regenerativefarming !🌱

The gov't is reevaluating seed regulations—decisions that will impact your seed access.

📅 Respond to the CFIA survey by May 1st

👉The @NFUCanada has a guide to help: nfu.ca/learn/save-our…
#CdnAg

Everyone plays an active role in preventing wildfires. Whether it’s an abandoned campfire, OHV exhaust, or agricultural burning, everyone can help reduce the risk. Before you leave a fire, make sure it’s completely extinguished: soak it, stir it, and soak it again. #AAC

U of A research is turning straw into economic gold, in the form of environmentally friendly fibres that can be used for everything from dental floss to workwear. #UAlberta ualberta.ca/folio/2024/04/…

UPDATE: Wildfire EWF015 is now classified as being held. Being held means that given current weather conditions and resources, the wildfire is not anticipated to grow past expected boundaries.

We are responding to a 10 hectare wildfire north of Obed Lake in the Edson area. EWF015 is currently classified as out of control and there are no communities threatened at this time. For more info: srd.web.alberta.ca/edson-area-upd…

The City of Lethbridge has released their Water Conservation Plan:

Press release:
lethbridge.ca/news/posts/wat…

Read the full document here: shorturl.at/aDZ46

📢The Drought Mitigation Workshop at Westerdale Hall is only 1 week away, so register today to learn about on-farm water management resources, #riparianareas , #beavers , #ABtrout , & funding programs for water conservation projects.

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Hear from Carol Frost (Renewable Resources) at the Strathcona Library tomorrow evening! Energy Talks: Solar energy and pollinators: How can we have the best of both worlds? Wednesday, April 17, 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm, Strathcona Branch.
bit.ly/49JyZHU

If you haven’t already, go check out our latest podcast episode “Water Licencing and Drought In Alberta with Lorraine Nicol” on Apple Podcasts:
apple.co/43H2by1
#AlbertaDrought #WaterLicencing #WaterResearch

Sask. greenlights deal with Alberta, Manitoba to manage underground water reserves on Prairies - goo.gl/alerts/WGyJmQ #GoogleAlerts

Agroforestry is a powerful practice for #sustainable and regenerative intensification because it promotes multifunctional landscapes.

Download the free #publication ⬇️

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#Trees4Resilience

1/ If your lake or river has been assessed through Love Your Lake, your community group can apply for a $500 microgrant! Microgrants will provide funding for shoreline naturalization projects that positively impact lake health such as shoreline restoration & demonstration sites.