Friends of Fish Creek Provincial Park Society

Walking tour: Coexisting with Urban Coyotes
2026-06-17 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-08 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-22 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Edmonton)
Learn about urban coyotes, their role in our ecosystem, and how we can peacefully coexist with them in this Fish Creek walking tour.

Join us for an insightful walking tour to learn about urban coyotes, their role in our ecosystem, and how we can peacefully coexist with them.

Time: 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm (1-hour walking tour)

Dates:Wednesdays, June 10 & 17Wednesdays, July 8 & 22

Capacity:Up to 25 participants

Fee:Non-Member: $10 per individual / $25 per family (max 2 adults and up to 4 children living at the same residence)Friends members and volunteers: 50% off

Fish Creek Speaker Series - The Last Five Years: A Multi-Disciplinary Approach to Archaeology in the Springbank Area
2026-06-18 19:00 - 20:30 | Fish Creek Environmental Learning Centre, 15931 Woodpath Rd SW, Calgary, AB, T2W 4Z8, Canada
The Last Five Years: A Multi-Disciplinary Approach to Archaeology in the Springbank Area

Five years of archaeological assessments in the Springbank area have resulted in the identification and recording of several important archaeological sites that have benefited from multi-disciplinary partnerships allowing for new and innovative approaches to data analysis and site interpretations.

This presentation will highlight the archaeological work conducted at sites EgPo-149 (Moose Hill Ranch) and EgPo-161, a large multi-component precontact campsite situated near the Elbow River, specifically focusing on the partnerships with the University of Calgary and other researchers that have allowed for new analyses of cultural materials and taphonomic processes in the Springbank area. Technologies including 3D scanning, GNSS systems used in tandem with XRF technology, as well as the results of obsidian sourcing and phytolith/starch grain analyses, will be discussed in detail.

About the Presenter

Joshua Read, M.A. Stantec Consulting Ltd., Senior Archaeologist

Josh has worked as a Cultural Resource Management (CRM) archaeologist for almost 15 years across Western Canada with the bulk of his career spent in Alberta. He specializes in zooarchaeology with a keen interest in historical fur trade archaeology but has a passion for all aspects of the discipline. Josh has participated in and managed many large- and small-scale CRM projects over the years with a more recent focus on large excavations at multi-component sites. Josh believes in the importance of public outreach and looks forward to opportunities to present meaningful CRM-focused data whenever possible.

Walking tour: Birding 101
2026-06-20 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-06-27 10:00 - 12:00
Calling all bird enthusiasts!

The Friends of Fish Creek Provincial Park Society will be running Birding Walking Tours throughout the month of June. Come learn about the variety of habitats in the park that support different bird species, and how to participate in citizen science tracking.

This tour is open to all skill levels – beginners are welcome!

What to expect:

About a 2-hour, 4km loop

Guidance on how to use Merlin and eBird to identify and log bird sightings

What to bring:

As always, come dressed for the weather!

Sunscreen, bug spray, a water bottle

A smartphone with the Merlin and eBird apps

Binoculars, if you have them!

Location: All tours will begin and end at the Visitor Centre in Bow Valley Ranch (15979 Bow Bottom Trail SE). Parking is available on site.

Dates and times:

Saturday, June 20, 10am-12pm

Saturday, June 27, 10am-12pm

Cost: Individual $15, Family $35 (up to 2 adults and children in same household)

50 % off for Friends of Fish Creek members and volunteers

Good Grief - Summer 2026 (8-week program): Wednesdays
2026-07-08 19:00 - 20:30 | Bow Valley Ranch Fish Creek Provincial Park, 15979 Bow Bottom Tr. SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2J 5E8
Good Grief: Nature Walking Through Grief and Loss — Summer 2026

The Good Grief program offers an 8-week series of gentle nature walks in Fish Creek Park. Walk in nature with caring volunteer companions.

This is an on-going weekly program that combines gentle walking in nature with reflection and sharing. It is designed to support adults who are grieving. Each week follows one of our core themes to deepen reflection and connection.
The program is offered to registrants to ensure continuity and trust among the participants and volunteer facilitators along the journey. The Summer 2026 series goes from July 8 to Aug 26, 7-8:30 pm on Wednesday evenings.

Registration required. Outings will run in a variety of weather conditions but may be canceled if severe weather is in the forecast. Participants are encouraged to dress in layers.
Friends’ Member price: $20 for 8 weeks sessionNon-Member price: $30 for 8 weeks session
Register Here
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Each outing will begin with a reading or a shared experience, followed by a walk on a fairly easy 1.5-2 km route. Each of the four routes will be repeated once during the eight-week program – a chance to reflect on the changes in the landscape and ourselves over time. Time, nature and low pressure companionship can be our best supports.
Space is limited to 15 people per session.Please note that we may cancel the session if registrations are less than 7 people.
If you would like to learn more about the Good Grief program or discuss the program goals and discoveries from previous Good Grief programs, please feel free to contact Sonya Jakubec, our partner at Mount Royal at sjakubec@mtroyal.ca. Inquiries regarding program accessibility can be directed to Rose Ratliffe, Friends of Fish Creek Volunteer Companion at ratliffe@shaw.ca.
Thank you to our Partners and Volunteers for keeping the Good Grief program going! Proceeds support the Friends of Fish Creek’s ongoing efforts to engage the public in responsible stewardship of Fish Creek Provincial Park.
