It’s easy to forget that hunting SMALL game can be every bit as exciting and challenging as hunting large game once you’ve made the switch and you’ve successfully stocked your freezer with deer meat.
This blog series is targeted towards first time hunters and focuses on safe and sustainable hunting in Alberta. Check out a list of all the topics in the series here. This is the fourth article in the series. It’s extremely important … Continue reading
This blog series talks about safe & sustainable hunting in Alberta. Check out a list of all the topics in the series here. Last week, we looked at the Wildlife Management Unit (WMU) system in Alberta. According to its wildlife … Continue reading
For many Albertans, one of the biggest appeals of hunting is a feeling of freedom and independence – of living off the land and enhancing a relationship with nature. So newcomers to the sport are often surprised – and confused … Continue reading
As summer draws to a close, thousands of Albertans get more and more excited about the start of a different season – hunting season. For many people, hunting is a time-honoured tradition passed down through generations – but others are … Continue reading
Hunting in bear country this fall? Bear attacks are rare, but as our outdoor pursuits take us further into bear territory, encounters have become more common. This can have unfortunate consequences for both the bears and people involved. Doing everything … Continue reading
When Albertans think about the Rocky Mountains, we inherently think of the wild, rugged mountain landscape that always leaves us wanting more. Hiking those rigid mountain peaks, jumping into those cold glacial lakes, and waking up to fresh mountain air … Continue reading
Albertans are eager to get outside and shake off the memory of a long, cold winter. But before you pack up the tent, load the kids and dog into your family vehicle and hit the road for a memorable long … Continue reading
Swooping, spiraling, diving and whirling. Seeing the graceful movement of a hawk on the hunt, you can start to understand why they are compared to Olympic athletes and why there is still an immense interest in falconry. “Falconry is recognized … Continue reading
Many Albertans may be surprised to learn that Imrie Park is, technically speaking, not a provincial park. Located a half-hour drive northwest of Edmonton, it’s a beautiful natural area with camping opportunities, a picnic area, groomed trails and places to … Continue reading
