This post provides information for students in Dr. Tai Munro’s Sustainability 301 course about SAPAA’s role and operations. The project will deliver training in outdoor literacy and emphasizes the need for creating a certification course for visiting protected areas.
Continue readingStudents enrolled in Grant MacEwan University’s Social Work 303 course are invited to learn more about SAPAA and project 3b – iNaturalist. This application is a data collection tool that can help to improve ‘Nature Literacy’.
Continue readingThe SAPAA presentation to LILSA emphasized the significance of WAERNAHR lands in Alberta, which cover 3,280 square kilometers. It outlined the organization’s role in advocating for low-impact recreation, monitoring Crown Land conditions, and educating the public about environmental stewardship. The deck may be (without speaking notes provided below) downloaded.
Continue readingSAPAA offers numerous volunteer projects for post-secondary students, enhancing their resumes while addressing nonprofit needs. Each project emphasizes student involvement, providing practical experience alongside guidance from a dedicated project manager. These are also volunteer opportunities for SAPAA Members.
Continue readingSAPAA has launched its Site Inspection Report (SIR) system to document the state of Alberta’s Protected Areas. Called SIR-SAPAA, a Google Form is an alternative. Visitors to the areas are encouraged to submit reports. On May 20, 7pm, an orientation will be held.
Continue readingSAPAA has developed a user-friendly web tool set for launch. Users are invited to test the system and provide feedback by March 16, 2026. Pre-registration is essential required.
Continue readingSAPAA offers numerous volunteer projects for post-secondary students, enhancing their resumes while addressing nonprofit needs. Each project emphasizes student involvement, providing practical experience alongside guidance from a dedicated project manager. These are also volunteer opportunities for SAPAA Members.
Continue readingSAPAA is hosting an online seminar on October 2, 2025, which will guide nonprofits through the Grant Management life cycle, highlighting best practices and utilizing the SAPAA as a case study for effective grant management.
Continue readingThis session’s theme was replaced with one on Grant Management.
Be sure to register for Oct 2 – Taking Nature for Granted.
What is Citizen Science and how can the Organizational Steward support and benefit from a ‘CitSci’ project? Stephanie Weizenbach, Executive Director of Nature Alberta and founding member of Citizen Science Alberta joins other guests as we explore this topic through this virtual session.
Continue readingThis presentation summarizes key elements from a June 2025 session for Grant MacEwan University students working on their Capstone Project. Key topics include the Tragedy of the Commons affecting Alberta’s protected areas, SAPAA’s Safe Operations Program, and recommendations focused on time, talent, and treasure. Success metrics involve student outcomes and real-world applications.
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