See you This Saturday!
A field trip organized for the University of Alberta and Grant MacEwan University students to explore Riverlot 56 Natural Area. Set for January 31, 2026, it encourages a better understanding of the Stewardship and Site Inspection Process.
SAPAA is currently hosting 3 student groups from the University of Alberta and Grant MacEwan University. They are working on the following projects:
- Project 2 – Rural MLA Engagement
- Project 7b – 2026 Minister’s Report (GMU Version)
- A combination project incorporating the following:
- Project 5a – Database Replacement for Access
- Project 5b – Planning for Data Store
- Project 5c – Implement the SAPAA Data Store
- Project 6a – Revisit SAPAA Safety and Visit Application
- Project 6b – Field Notes Reader
A huge thank you to the students and instructors for their time and talent!
Get OUT! … On a Field Trip
SAPAA runs field trips for student groups. Riverlot 56 Natural Area is a good location as it has a nearby heated building in the Kingswood Park in St. Albert. We will meet in the heated pavilion at 0900h and head out to explore the site. Students are encouraged to submit their own Site Inspection Form from their experience. If they have iNaturalist installed on their smart phone, try making some observations as well.
Pre-registrations is requested and this event is open to all current and past students, SAPAA members, Riverlot 56 society members, and affiliated Nature Alberta clubs.
Details
- WHY: A chance to visit a natural area, meet fellow students, members of the environmental community, and go for a walk in nature.
- WEATHER: is currently looking warm therefore water proof foot wear is a must. Otherwise dress to the conditions.
- FOOD, etc: Bring a snack and a bottle of water noting we are in an urban area.
- WHEN: January 31, 2026 from 0900h to about 1300h.
- WHERE: Meet at the Kingswood Day Use Area in St. Albert
- How to Get there
- Car pooling is highly recommended.
- If you must bus, the nearest St. Albert Transit route/stop is: A33 – Direction: Naki Transit Centre, Arrive Willoughby Dr & Waverly Dr at 0821h with a 12 minute walk to the park.
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