Two locations are planned: Magee Lake and JJ Collette. Both are south of Ponoka and east of Morningside. An easy drive from Edmonton and slightly longer one from Calgary.
Two Sites in One Visit
Prime agricultural land, Magee Lake Natural Area lies southwest and close to but not on its namesake. This lake and the micro-watershed are important feeders for Buffalo Lake, itself a well loved recreational destination.
A little further west is the well established J.J. Collett Natural Area. It was donated to the province by Jack Collett in memory of his son John Joseph Collett who was killed in a forestry accident.
The field trip will start at Magee and explore the site for a few hours. After that, we will drive to JJ Collett to have our own packed lunch and explore this site.
Who Can Come/Invited?
- SAPAA Board Members.
- SAPAA Members and friends.
- Individuals interested in SAPAA but not YET a member.
- Government officials.
There is no cost to participate nor reimbursement for mileage, etc. Attendees are encouraged to complete a Site Inspection for the site(s) afterwards. Training on the form will be offered in the field and prior to this trip.
Stops of Interest
(Other than the 1000h start, all other times are approximate and subject to change)
- Car pooling is NOT planned, however, you can make request in the registration and we will see if it is possible but no promises.
- 1000h: Meet at the Magee Lake Natural Area (Google Map Reference). About 1km North of the junction of Township Road 414 and Range Road 244.
- 1200h: About 2 hours of visiting.
- 1230h: Arrive at J.J. Collett Natural Area, lunch followed by a walk through the site.
- 1600h: Finish site visit.
Planned Locations
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Pre-registration is required as well as agreeing to the waiver. Complete below or use the Link to Event Registration. You need only register through one of these two means.
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