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
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
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 fifth article in the series. It’s extremely important … Continue reading
2017 is a great year to get your family hooked on the Alberta fishing experience! The 2017 Sportfishing Regulations come into force starting April 1 and with them come some new opportunities for recreational anglers in the province. This decision was … Continue reading
This is part one of a three part series on cougar management work in Alberta. How many Environment and Parks staff does it take to collar a cougar? It’s actually a valid question. It turns out it takes several teams of highly … Continue reading
The newly created Castle Provincial Park and expanded Castle Wildland Provincial Park are two of the most important natural sites in Alberta. These areas are part of a unique ecosystem that is internationally recognized for its biodiversity and landscapes, and … Continue reading
