Hello, I’m Quiche! For those who haven’t met me, I’m the OWC Office Dog! It’s my job to brighten the day of OWC’s 2-legged staff and members. I thought I would share tales of some adventures I’ve had during my spare time in the Oldman watershed since moving here around 4 years ago. Enjoy!
Magrath Nature Trail Student Project
This guest blog is about the Magrath Nature Trail Project, which was created by grandfather-granddaughter duo Don and Hazel. They are focusing on ways to enhance the trail to benefit the Northern Leopard Frog, and Hazel is learning about environmental stewardship and the democratic process along the way!
Watch Where You Walk!
Earth Day Symposium 2018
Protecting What We Love
The eastern slopes should be a place for OHV users, campers, anglers, hunters, hikers and everyone in between. But in order for that to happen, activities need to be supported accordingly. Under the current framework that simply isn’t possible. The draft plans released March 27, 2018 offer a path forward.
HEMP HELPS PREVENT FLOODS
Southern Alberta relies on intensive agriculture and livestock production. When you drive through the countryside, what do you see? Lots of people want to know that their food is safe - but how much attention do we pay to what happens on our fields? There is real innovation happening in the Oldman watershed - and here's a story about hemp use and a special kind of recycling - another #SAWC17 project!
Southern Alberta - Are We "Smart Enough"?!
Lethbridge is set to grow in population - so is the rest of Southern Alberta. Can we be smart about it? Guest blogger Ryan Carriere, Parks Planning Manager of the City of Lethbridge - Infrastructure Services ponders the question, and the OWC offers some insight as well. Alberta is projected to add close to 1.8 million residents over the next 25 years, reaching 6 million by 2041. Now, more than ever before, we must bring watershed vocabulary into our thoughts and actions.
Taber Irrigation District - #SAWC17
Big backhoes out in the countryside? Can only mean bad news for the watershed, right? The Southern Alberta Water Charter (#SAWC17) showcases works great and small - some of them as big as a backhoe. Sometimes big projects require big machines. Taber Irrigation doesn't have just one but three big projects lined up as their contribution to the Southern Alberta Water Charter! Find out what's going on ...
Post-Waterton: Fire & Trees
Backyard Wilderness - #SAWC17
Friends help keep Lethbridge river valley beautiful - #SAWC17
The Coulees Get Rid of The Old Boot - #SAWC2017
Weeds in southwest Alberta: new research findings
Dr Sonia Graham from Australia has submitted a guest article about a study in southern Alberta. Ranchers, private companies, government organisations and non-government organisations (NGOs) were interviewed as part of a social research project titled “Collective Weed Management in Canada”. Read more about this weedy subject ...
Backyard Wilderness: Lethbridge Backyard Trail Camera Project
Finding the Nature in Urbanity
Hot Potato OHVs
Why the prairies are absolute heaven
As we pause between Christmas and the new year, many of us finally have the time to count our blessings and think about what gifts we have been given that may not have come from Santa's sled. Fix a hot chocolate and curl up with an article from OWC volunteer and Guest Blogger, Ted Naninga. He's a wildlife biologist, and new to the Lethbridge area. He explains why the Oldman watershed is the greatest gift of all. We agree! There are still two days left in 2016 if you'd like to donate. https://oldmanwatershed-council.squarespace.com/donating
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A rancher's experience with solar energy in Southwest Alberta
New guest blogpost by Quentin Stevick! Now is your chance to have a say in how the AB gov't will invest in energy efficiency programs. Energy Efficiency Alberta is a new agency that will promote and support energy efficiency and energy systems for homes, businesses and communities. Quentin Stevick tells his thoughts on energy efficiency, the current system and what should change from a rural perspective that will benefit all Albertans...