Nestow’s inspection on October 7, 2024, revealed moderate disturbances primarily from invasive species and OHV tracks in the northern region, while the southern area exhibited tree cutting and legacy-dumping near. There is a need for cleanup, fencing, and public awareness to protect the site’s natural beauty.
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Continue readingA quick reference guide for those interested in the Alberta Volunteer Stewardship and our organization, the Stewards of Alberta’s Protected Areas Association (SAPAA).
Continue readingThis is an interim report of Site Inspections for the SAPAA Annual General Meeting. It will be updated and finalized in January, 2025 and represents cumulative inspections conducted since June 2023.
Continue reading2024 was another growth year for SAPAA’s Social Media presence. Social media refers to both our website (sapaastewards.com) and a Facebook.com site.
Continue readingSix individuals submitted four site inspection reports for Tawatinaw Natural Area. While mostly consistent, those with a botanical background noted significant invasive plant species colonization of the area.
Continue readingTony returns to Snakes Head but this time on the West side of the river. See 2024-10-03: Snakes Head (PNT); Tony B. for his survey of the East side of the Red Deer River.
Continue readingThe North OC parcel of Coyote Lake NA is tucked away and not subject to human disturbances. Unfortunately a full survey was cut short by a flooded boot.
Continue readingA site inspection for the ‘NCC-Corner’ of Coyote Lake PNTs. Significant disturbances caused by cattle grazing, though these have limited other disturbances (e.g. dumping).
Continue readingThe ‘Tetris parcel’ of the Coyote Lake PNT is found in the West and is under a grazing lease.
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