The Gaetz Lakes Migratory Bird Sanctuary is calling you! Read Nature Alberta’s new guide to learn more about this scenic area. You can find it at: naturealberta.ca/nature-kids/ And, kids, do not forget to join in on our Winter Photo Contest! Head to: bit.ly/NatureAlbertaC…

🐦Join Alberta naturalist, African safari guide, and author of the bestselling guidebook 'Birds of Alberta' Chris Fisher as he celebrates the many similarities and stand alone differences between the Serengeti of Tanzania and Alberta's grasslands! naturealberta.ca/albertas-grass…

You are all invited to the RDRN March Monthly Meeting Speaker Series RDRN once again welcomes senior RDP students to present summaries of their research projects. When: March 26, 2026 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Where: Held at the Kerry Wood Nature Centre, 6300 45 Ave, Red Deer, AB

RDRN Bird Focus Group Walk/Chris Olsen March 21, 2026 - Carburn Park 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Fish Creek Provincial Park 1:00 pm to approx. 5:00 pm, visit rdrn website for info. Carburn Park, 67 Riverview Drive SE Calgary / Fish Creek Provincial Park, Boat Launch on Bow Bottom Trail SE

Corb is coming to town! Join Corb at the signing event closest to you to sign! St. Albert - April 3 Edmonton - April 3 Ponoka - April 4 Red Deer - April 4 Calgary - April 4 Longview - April 4 Medicine Hat - April 5 Lethbridge - April 5 Locations and times to be announced.

The International Day of Forests, observed annually on March 21, celebrates the importance of all types of forests and trees, highlighting their ecological, social, and economic roles.

RDRN Bird Focus Group Walk Location: River Bend Golf & Recreation Area – Perimeter Trail, Red Deer, AB Meet: In the main parking lot When: March 28, 2026 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Maybe longer. Host: Chris Olsen All are welcome, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend.

Join ANPC Special Webinar Lost in the Reeds - Diving Deep into Alberta's Aquatic Plants April 14, 2026 @ 12:00 p.m. us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

RDRN April Monthly Meeting Speaker Series Speaker: Lorne Fitch Topic: Conservation Confidential When: April 23, 2026 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Where: Kerry Wood Nature Centre, 6300 45 Ave, Red Deer, AB T4N 3M4 We also welcome Ed Karpuk to speak about Nature Central Story Map

International Beaver Day is celebrated annually on April 7th. This day was established to honor the importance of beavers in ecosystems and to raise awareness about their role in maintaining healthy environments.

RDRN Bird Focus Group Walk Where: McKenzie Trails Recreation Area to River Bend Golf & Recreation Area Meet: In the parking lot at McKenzie Trails near the shelter. Arrange your own shuttle from River Bend or return to McKenzie Trails by foot When: April 11, 2026 10 am - 1:30 pm

RDRN Bird Focus Group Walk Location: Maskepetoon Park – located in Oriole Park West. Meet: In the fitness park parking lot of Kerry Wood Drive/Oak Drive. Parking lot is on the west side of Kerry Wood Drive/Oak Drive. When: April 18, 2026 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Host: Chris Olsen

International Bat Appreciation Day, April 17, aims to educate people about the vital roles bats play in ecosystems, including controlling insect populations, pollinating plants, and dispersing seeds. The day encourages people to learn about bats and respect their ecological role.

Earth Day is celebrated annually on April 22 to promote environmental protection and raise awareness about ecological issues.

You are all invited to the Red Deer River Naturalists Bird Focus Group Walk Location: Heritage Ranch Trails, meet in the first parking lot past the entrance. When: May 2, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Host: Chris Olsen All are welcome.

RDRN May Species Count All living things are counted: flowers in bloom, mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, spiders, insects. Count between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. either Saturday May 23rd, 2026 Sunday May 24th , 2026 or both. Visit rdrn.ca for info

🚤 From May 1 to Sept. 30, all motorized and non motorized watercraft entering Alberta from east or south borders must be inspected within 7 days and before launching. Anyone with watercraft must stop when passing an open inspection station. Learn more: alberta.ca/WatercraftInsp…