Long time member, Patsy Cotterill reflects on SAPAA’s early days, people, and reasons for existence. This is also a way to honour Alison Dinwoodie 1932-2024 who passed away recently and was a driving force behind the organization for many years.
Continue readingThe Milk River NA runs from the US Border North to nearly TWP 22. Access from the North stops at the river unless you are prepared to cross it. The site provides scenic views but limited access, primarily across private land with no facilities available.
Continue readingInvasive plants and a love sick bull moose made this a memorable trip for Tony B.. Beautiful fall colours contributed to the memories of Snakes Head Natural Area.
Continue readingThreepoint Creek rate a a Naturalness score 3 despite limited disturbances from ATV tracks. A beaver dam has caused flooding in the western area.
Continue readingFlooding caused by beaver activity has affected the trails. Access to the Northern part is via the nearby PRA.
Continue readingA SAPAA Field Trip to Riverlot 56 on 2024-07-13 revealed a well-maintained natural area with diverse ecosystems but facing challenges from invasive species. The site offers good hiking and botanical opportunities, though improvements in signage, facilities, and invasive weed control are needed.
Continue readingSite inspections is one tool SAPAA uses to help Albertans better understand their protected areas. The question is though, what questions should be on the Site Inspection form?
Continue readingIn the Winter of 2024, SAPAA worked with two UofA Student Groups. A field trip was part of the promised exchange of information and benefits. Registration is now closed for the trip.
Continue readingAlthough the subject of past abuse by ATV’ers, the site has not deteriorated appreciably and there has been some unofficial trail work done on the site.
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