Friends of Fish Creek Provincial Park Society

Owls - Owlers and Owling in Alberta
2013-10-23 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Edmonton) | Fish Creek Environmental Learning Centre, 13931 Woodpath Rd. SW, Calgary, Alberta, T2W 5R6, Canada
Wednesday, October 23 – 7:00pm-8:00pm
Fish Creek Environmental Learning Centre (13931 Woodpath Rd. SW – can be accessed via 37 St. and 130 Ave. SW)
Owls are unique and fascinating birds, and a variety of owl species call Alberta home, including Alberta’s provincial bird, the great horned owl. At this presentation, you will learn about contributions made by biologists and recreational owlers (banders and surveyors) for the well-being of these birds in this province. This is an excellent opportunity to learn about the distribution, status and ecology of local owl species. Dr. Gordon Court will also discuss conservation issues surrounding these birds and will be accompanied by live barred owl and wildlife ambassador Colonel Slade.
Presented Dr. Gordon Court, Provincial Wildlife Status Biologist for the Fish and Wildlife Division
This presentation is now sold out. Thank you to everyone who registered. To be included on a wait list, please email info@friendsoffishcreek.org or call 403-238-3841.
photo courtesy of Phil Smith

Alberta Parks' - Parks and Protected Areas Series
2013-11-13 19:00 - 20:00 | Fish Creek Environmental Learning Centre, 13931 Woodpath Rd. SW, Calgary, Alberta, T2W 5R6, Canada
Alberta Parks presents:
Ammonites, Death Lodges, and Effigies: Exploring Plains Archaeology – Fish Creek
Wednesday, November 13, 2013 at 7:00pm
Fish Creek Environmental Learning Centre, 13931 Woodpath Road SW
Fee $6/person payable at the doorFor more information or to book your seats in advance, phone 403-297-7827 or email Shalane.Degruyter@gov.ab.ca
Journey back in time to discover a world of Aboriginal cultures, rituals and the treasures left behind. Learn how leading scientists uncover the secrets of the past and map heritage in Southern Alberta.Join Trevor Peck as he explores the fascinating history of the Blackfoot through ammonites, death lodge medicine wheels and effigies.
For more information or to book your seats in advance, phone 403-297-7827 or email Shalane.Degruyter@gov.ab.ca

The Winter Sun
2014-01-15 19:00 - 20:00 | Fish Creek Environmental Learning Centre, 13931 Woodpath Rd. SW, Calgary, Alberta, T2W 5R6, Canada
The Winter Sun – Extending the Growing Season
Wednesday, January 15, 2014 – 7:00pm – 8:00pmFish Creek Environmental Learning Centre, Shannon Terrace, Fish Creek Provincial Park (13931 Woodpath Rd. SW – Access via 130 Ave. SW and 37 St. SW)
Presented by John Daly, President and Co-Founder of Daly Harvest
If you enjoy gardening, have a greenhouse or are thinking about starting a greenhouse, this presentation will introduce you to ways of extending the growing season using simple, easy-to-use technology. You will be introduced to the benefits of Geodesic Dome Greenhouses, and learn what people are doing in other parts of the world to dramatically increase their growing season without additional heat. You will discover a variety of simple strategies you can use in your own backyard to extend your growing and harvest season! The Winter Sun – Extending the Growing Season is a truly visionary presentation on practicality.

Daly Harvest’s mission is: To create small ecosystems which can demonstrate a paradigm shift in how food can be grown in colder climates.
Registration required. Free to Friends members and $5.00 each for non-members.
Register through Eventbrite, call 403-238-3841 or email info@friendsoffishcreek.org
photo courtesy of Daly Harvest (www.dalyharvest.com)

The Ecology and Health of Urban Coyotes - Feb. 12
2014-02-12 19:00 - 20:00 | Fish Creek Environmental Learning Centre, 13931 Woodpath Rd. SW, Calgary, Alberta, T2W 5R6, Canada
The Ecology and Health of Urban Coyotes
Wednesday, February 12, 2014 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Fish Creek Environmental Learning Centre, Shannon Terrace, Fish Creek Provincial Park (access via 37 St. and 130 Ave. SW)
Presented by Alessandro Massolo MSc PhD, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Calgary
You may have seen coyotes in Fish Creek Provincial Park but did you know that these highly adaptable animals can be seen throughout the city, from the remote edges to the bustling urban centre? Join University of Calgary Biologist Alessandro Massolo as he returns for a follow up to his 2012 presentation in Fish Creek, The Ecology of Urban Coyotes. Learn about his discoveries over the past 2 years. Enjoy an in-depth look into their behavior, their ecology and their health in urban settings.
Registration Required.
Click here to Register through Eventbrite for Feb. 12
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Call 403-238-3841 or email chris@friendsoffishcreek.org
Presentation May Not Be Suitable for Young Children.
Admission: Free to Friends members, $5 for non-members.
Coyote photo courtesy of Phil Smith

The Ecology and Health of Urban Coyotes
2014-02-27 19:00 - 20:00 | Fish Creek Environmental Learning Centre, 13931 Woodpath Rd. SW, Calgary, Alberta, T2W 5R6, Canada
The Ecology and Health of Urban Coyotes
Thursday, February 27, 2014 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Fish Creek Environmental Learning Centre, Shannon Terrace, Fish Creek Provincial Park (access via 37 St. and 130 Ave. SW)
Presented by Alessandro Massolo MSc PhD,Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Calgary
You may have seen coyotes in Fish Creek Provincial Park but did you know that these highly adaptable animals can be seen throughout the city, from the remote edges to the bustling urban centre? Join University of Calgary Biologist Alessandro Massolo as he returns for a follow up to his 2012 presentation in Fish Creek, The Ecology of Urban Coyotes. Learn about his discoveries over the past 2 years. Enjoy an in-depth look into their behavior, their ecology and their health in urban settings.
Registration Required.
Click here to Register through Eventbrite
Call 403-238-3841 or email chris@friendsoffishcreek.org
Presentation May Not Be Suitable for Young Children.
Admission: Free to Friends members, $5 for non-members.
Coyote photo courtesy of Phil Smith

Alberta's Carnivores Caught on Film
2014-03-27 19:00 - 20:00 | Fish Creek Environmental Learning Centre, 13931 Woodpath Rd. SW, Calgary, Alberta, T2W 5R6, Canada
Alberta’s Carnivores Caught on Film
This event is now full to capacity. Thank you to everyone who registered.
Thursday, March 27, 2014 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Fish Creek Environmental Learning Centre – Shannon Terrace, Fish Creek Provincial Park (13931 Woodpath Rd. SW – Access via 130 Ave. SW and 37 St. SW)
Presented by Mike Jokinen, Biologist with the Alberta Conservation Association
Wildlife species that are rarely seen are now being detected around the world using trail camera technology. Not only have researchers been able to detect species of interest like bobcat, wolverine, cougar and grizzly, but these cameras have even revealed species inhabiting areas where they were thought to be extinct. The Alberta Conservation Association has been using this amazing technology for over 5 years in remote areas of Southern Alberta for a variety of projects, and the information these cameras can provide to each project is both astonishing and invaluable. Join Mike Jokinen, ACA Biologist, for this once in a lifetime glimpse into the secret world of our local carnivores.
Registration Required. Space is limited. Refreshments will be available on a first come, first serve basis.
Admission: Free to Friends members, $5 for non-members.
Lynx photo courtesy of Mike Jokinen

Bear Day in K-Country
2014-04-13 | Canmore Senior’s Drop-in Centre, 600 9 Street, Canmore, AB, T1W 3L9, Canada
Celebrate Grizzly Bears at Bear Day!
Presented by Alberta Parks
Sunday, April 13, 2014 at the Canmore Senior’s Drop-in Centre
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Schedule of Events
10:00 am Bear spray demonstration10:30 am Bear trapping demonstration11:00 am Bear Safety (talk)Bear Aware! (family program)Bear spray demonstration12:00 pm Bear Day Official Welcome12:15 pm Karelian bear dogs (talk)1:00 pm Wildlife Research with remote cameras (talk)2:00 pm Teaching bears to be safe (talk)Bear Aware! (family program)Bear spray demonstration

photos courtesy of Stephen Herrero

Lost in the Woods
2014-04-24 19:00 - 20:00 | Fish Creek Environmental Learning Centre, 13931 Woodpath Rd. SW, Calgary, Alberta, T2W 5R6, Canada
Presented by Holly Lehbauer and Katie Pearson, Foothills Search and Rescue Volunteers
Join Foothills Search and Rescue and learn what you need to bring when venturing into the woods, what to do if you become lost, and how to prevent getting lost in the first place. Learn how Search and Rescue volunteers and search dogs find lost people and help save lives. This presentation is suitable for all ages – bring the whole family and learn what to do if you are ever lost in the woods!
Admission: Free to Friends members, $5 for non-members. Registration Required.Reserve early as space is limited.
Register through EventbriteCall 403-238-3841 or email info@friendsoffishcreek.org

Jane's Walk in Fish Creek
2014-05-04 13:00 - 15:30 | Bow Valley Ranch, Fish Creek, 15975 Bow Bottom Trail SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2J 6T5 , Canada
Fish Creek Stories
Sunday, May 4, 2014
Learn about the unique history of the Bow Valley Ranch area of Fish Creek Provincial Park with Wayne Meikle, founding member of the Friends of Fish Creek and retired park planner.
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Gardening in Calgary
2014-05-21 19:00 - 20:00 | Fish Creek Environmental Learning Centre, 13931 Woodpath Rd. SW, Calgary, Alberta, T2W 5R6, Canada
Gardening in Calgary: Choosing Alberta’s Native Plants for Your Garden
Wednesday, May 21, 2014 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Fish Creek Environmental Learning Centre – Shannon Terrace, Fish Creek Provincial Park (13931 Woodpath Rd. SW – Access via 130 Ave. SW and 37 St. SW)
Presented by Pat and Dr. Al Fedkenheuer, co-owners of Calgary based ALCLA Native Plant Restoration Inc.
This talk will focus on using Alberta’s well adapted wildflowers, shrubs and grasses around your yard and rooftop garden. Pat and Dr. Al Fedkenheuer will share expertise developed over the past 30 plus years of working with our native flora. Learn what’s important about your garden, plant quality, when and how to plant, recommendations on species to plant in various sites and where to find plants or seeds.
Registration Required. Space is limited. Refreshments will be available on a first come, first served basis.
Admission: Free to Friends members, $5 for non-members.
Register through Eventbrite
About the Presenters
Pat has been involved with ALCLA Native Plant Restoration Inc. since it’s inception in 1992 and is normally the voice on the other end of the telephone when you call ALCLA (403-282-6516). She has a long time interest in plants starting with growing up on a farm and has been actively involved in creating green roofs, school yard prairie naturalization projects and native prairie gardens using plants she has propagated.
Dr. Al has been active in land reclamation for over 35 years focusing on re-establishing native plant communities on Alberta’s oil sands, coal mines, pipelines and wellsites. His early work with native oil sands shrub and tree propagation and planting trials was a natural lead in to work with prairie wildflowers, grasses and shrubs from seed collection to developing propagation techniques to field planting. Pat and Al are co-owners of Calgary based ALCLA.

About the Photos – Photos and information courtesy of Dr. Al Fedkenheuer.
Photo 1: The silvery plant in the foreground is Fringed sage, the pinkish flower to the right is Old Man’s Whiskers, the light blue flowers are those of Showy Jacob’s Ladder and the grass behind them is a Fescue.
Photo 2: This is a Calgary wildflower garden we designed and installed and is an example of a “rock garden” using entirely Alberta native wildflowers to provide flowering from early spring throughout the summer period. There are 20 or so flowering species in this photo.
Photo 3: This is our home native wildflower garden and it has 40-50 species in it, designed to provide flowers from the early Golden Bean throughout the summer. Some of the identifiable ones, in flower at the time of the photo are: In the foreground is wild blue flax, the little white flowers at the base of the blue flax are Pussytoes , the visible plants in the lower right are Goldenrods, the yellow flowers in the lower portion are Common Tall Sunflower, the yellow flowers in the centre of the photo are Black-eyed Susan on the left side and Brown-eyed Susan to the right. The lavenders and blues in the background are Bee-balm and Smooth Aster, in the upper left and done flowering, is Silvery lupine and the brighter mauve to the centre right is Blazing star.

Weed Whackers outing - May 26
2014-05-26 18:00 - 20:00 | Bridge 7 – west of Votier’s Flats parking area, south end of Elbow Drive SW, then follow paved trail west, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Join us in the battle against invasive plants in Fish Creek Provincial Park!
Meet new people and enjoy the great outdoors while learning how to identify target species and gain an understanding of the need for removal.
Date: Mon. May 26, 2014Time: 6-8pmMeet at Bridge 7, 1km west of the Votier’s Flats parking lot at the south end of Elbow Drive SW.
Gloves, tools and granola bars/juice provided. Please bring your own water, sunscreen/bug spray, wear sturdy footwear and dress for the weather. Volunteers must complete Alberta Parks Volunteer Agreement. Blank copies will be available on-site, or download and bring completed Volunteer Agreement to event.

Weed Whackers outing - June 9
2014-06-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Alberta
Join us in the battle against invasive plants in Fish Creek Provincial Park!
Meet new people and enjoy the great outdoors while learning how to identify target species and gain an understanding of the need for removal.
Date: Monday, June 9, 2014Time: 6-8pmMeeting place to be determined.
Gloves, tools and granola bars/juice provided. Please bring your own water, sunscreen/bug spray, wear sturdy footwear and dress for the weather. Volunteers must complete Alberta Parks Volunteer Agreement. Blank copies will be available on-site, or download and bring completed Volunteer Agreement to event.

Connecting with Nature Meditation - June 10
2014-06-10 19:00 - 20:00 | Bow Valley Ranch, Fish Creek, 15975 Bow Bottom Trail SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2J 6T5 , Canada
Connecting with Nature Meditation
Take a break from the busy summer season with a Guided Meditation in Fish Creek Provincial Park. After the meditation you will find yourself blissfully relaxed, focused and peaceful. Meditation is a practical way to slow the mind, bring yourself into the present moment and allow you to just Be. Let go of outside distractions to de-stress and increase harmony within your mind, body and spirit.
Enjoy a 1 hour Guided Meditation with volunteer instructor Hetty Laidlaw of Healing the Heart. Throughout her own wellness journey, Hetty has come to experience how important meditation and relaxation is to stay balanced, focused and relaxed.
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Tuesday Nights – June 10, July 8, August 12, August 19, September 9, September 16 and October 14.
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
$10.00 per session
Meet at the Bow Valley Ranch, Fish Creek Provincial Park (south end of Bow Bottom Tr. SE)
Bring mat and/or cushion, water and wear comfortable clothing.
This is an outdoor program that carries risks outside of the facilitator’s control. By attending this program you are agreeing to do so at your own risk.

Minibus Flood Education Tour - June 19
2014-06-19 13:00 - 15:00 | Bow Valley Ranch, Fish Creek, 15975 Bow Bottom Trail SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2J 6T5 , Canada
Minibus Flood Education Tour: 1:00 – 3:00pm – $20 per person
Registration Required. Maximum 8 participants.
Learn how Fish Creek Provincial Park’s ecology was affected by the flooding, how park changes since 2005 helped to minimize the damage in the park, and how park infrastructure such as pathways and bridges were affected by the flooding in June.
Meet in front of the red barn!
Register through Eventbrite

Fish Creek Provincial Park: Its History and Changes
2014-06-19 19:00 - 20:00 | Fish Creek Environmental Learning Centre, 13931 Woodpath Rd. SW, Calgary, Alberta, T2W 5R6, Canada
Fish Creek Provincial Park: Its History and Changes
Thursday, June 19, 2014 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Fish Creek Environmental Learning Centre – Shannon Terrace, Fish Creek Provincial Park (13931 Woodpath Rd. SW – Access via 130 Ave. SW and 37 St. SW)
Presented by Wayne Meikle, Founding Member of the Friends of Fish Creek and Retired Fish Creek Provincial Park Planner
This presentation on Fish Creek Provincial Park will tell the story of how the park was created and how the park changed over the past 40 years. Part of the story is also the growth of Calgary and how this influenced the growth of the park and its historical past. At this presentation you will also learn about the people who either changed the park or became a character in the park history, including John Glenn, William Roper Hull, Pat Burns and more.
Wayne Meikle, founding member of the Friends of Fish Creek and retired park planner, has worked for Provincial Parks in Alberta for 35 years. He worked extensively in the area of urban park management and has been involved in operations, construction, and planning of urban parks. In Fish Creek, Wayne was instrumental in the construction of the 37th St. Bridge, the development of park pathways, the engineered wetlands, and the bridge reconstruction following the floods of 2005. For the City of Calgary, he has been on numerous planning teams involved in the planning and construction of major infrastructure like roadways, wetlands, and new subdivisions.
Registration Required. Space is limited. Refreshments will be available on a first come, first served basis.
Admission: Free to Friends members, $5 for non-members.
Register through Eventbrite

Yoga in Fish Creek - June 21
2014-06-21 09:00 - 10:30 | Bow Valley Ranch, Fish Creek, 15975 Bow Bottom Trail SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2J 6T5 , Canada
Yoga in Fish Creek
Season Kick Off
Saturday, June 21 – The First Day of Summer!
Bow Valley Ranch, Fish Creek Provincial Park (south end of Bow Bottom Tr. SE)
9:00am – 10:30am – Raja Yoga session with Naomi Parker of Elemental Wellness
10:30am – 11:00am – Meet and greet
Relax, revitalize and restore body and mind while connecting with the earth in the beautiful setting of Fish Creek Provincial Park. Raja yoga is a style of yoga that incorporates all eight limbs of yoga. Come to the Yoga Kick Off Celebration to learn about this ancient form of meditation in motion and upcoming Yoga sessions instructed by Naomi Parker of Elemental Wellness, and Gwen Woolverton Draude of Birds of a Feather.
Only $10.00.
Drop in or Register through Eventbrite
For more info: 403-238-3841 or [rti safe email email=”info@friendsoffishcreek.org”]
This is an outdoor program that carries risks outside of the facilitator’s control. By attending this program you are agreeing to do so at your own risk.

Minibus Nature and History Tour
2014-07-04 09:00 - 23:00 | Bow Valley Ranch – picnic area by the red barn, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Friday, July 4 from 9:00am-11:00am
Join the Friends of Fish Creek Provincial Park Society as we explore the nature and history of the park in the comfort of our new open-air electric minibus!
Fish Creek Provincial Park has a 10 000 year human history, with links to First Nations groups, the NorthWest Mounted Police, homesteading, trading and ranching. At 3349 acres, it is one of the largest urban parks in North America, a mixture of grassland, wetlands, forest and riverine areas, abundant with deer, birds, owls, beaver and even the odd coyote…you never know what you’re going to see!
$20 per person, maximum 8 participants.
Meet in front of the red barn!
Register on Eventbrite

2-4pm Weed Whackers - Bow Valley Ranch
2014-07-08 14:00 - 16:00 | Bow Valley Ranch – picnic area by the red barn, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Join us to battle some burdock, hit the henbane and look for various other invasive species growing in the Bow Valley Ranch area.
Gloves, tools and snacks provided. Please bring your own water, sunscreen/bug spray, wear sturdy footwear and dress for the weather.
Volunteers must complete Alberta Parks Volunteer Agreement. Blank copies will be available on-site. Please register on Eventbrite.

Unleash the Power of Your SLR Camera in Fish Creek Provincial Park!
2014-07-08 18:00 - 20:30 | Bow Valley Ranch – picnic area by the red barn, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Unleash the Power of Your SLR Camera in Fish Creek Provincial Park!
Tuesday, July 8 from 6:00pm – 8:30pm (rain date Aug. 7, 6:00pm – 8:30pm)
Do you have an SLR camera but no idea how to use it?
If you are still using your camera in “point and shoot” mode, or have a new camera you want to try out, this is the perfect outing for you!
Join instructor Bob Bakker and Friends of Fish Creek Provincial Park Society for this beginner’s level photography class, and learn how to capture the park’s diverse and stunning beauty on your SLR camera. From expansive landscapes to macro images of tiny flower buds, Bob will show you all the basics, including composition, lighting, depth of field and “The Exposure Triangle” (Aperture-Shutter-ISO). You will be driven to various points on our electric open-air minibus, with a variety of stops along the way to put your photo theory into practice.
What to bring: your camera, of course, along with a tri-pod (optional), bug spray, sunscreen, hat and water. And don’t forget to wear good walking shoes so you can get close to the shots you want, and dress for the weather!
Meet in the Bow Valley Ranch parking lot beside the red barn.
$25 per person for this 2 ½ hour tour, space is limited to 8 people.
Register today!
Other Dates
Saturday, Aug. 9 (rain date Aug. 16, 9:00am – 11:30am)
Tuesday, Aug. 12 (rain date Sep. 23, 5:00pm – 7:30pm)
Saturday, Sep. 6 (rain date Sep. 20, 9:00am – 11:30am)
Thursday, Sep. 11 (rain date Oct. 2, 3:00pm – 5:30pm)
Saturday, Oct. 4 (rain date Oct. 18, 9:00am – 11:30am)

Bob Bakker is a film and digital photography enthusiast who has completed the Continuing Education photography certificate program at SAIT. He moved to Calgary in 1997, and one of the first places his family frequented upon their arrival was Fish Creek Park. Now his kids have grown up and gone, but you can find Bob and his wife – avid recumbent trike enthusiasts – pedalling through Fish Creek Provincial Park most weekends. Bob’s passion for photography was handed down to him by his dad who owned a photography and photo finishing business in Winnipeg. When he is not taking photos, he also enjoys drifting down the Bow and doing a bit of fishing.
Photos of leaves, waterfall and wheat field by Bob Bakker
*Please note that if you experience mobility issues and are in need of physical support getting on and off the minibus, please call us before you register to discuss how we can make this a successful outing for you.*

Connecting with Nature Meditation - July 8
2014-07-08 19:00 - 20:00 | Bow Valley Ranch, Fish Creek, 15975 Bow Bottom Trail SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2J 6T5 , Canada

10am-12pm Weed Whackers - Shannon Terrace
2014-07-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Alberta

Yoga in Fish Creek - July 13
2014-07-13 09:00 - 10:30 | Bow Valley Ranch, Fish Creek, 15975 Bow Bottom Trail SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2J 6T5 , Canada
Yoga in Fish Creek –
If a tree pose is done in the forest, will you be able to hear it?
With the sound of controlled exhalation, the melodic voice of the instructor and the calming whisper of the wind, relax, revitalize and restore body and mind while connecting with the earth in the beautiful setting of Fish Creek Provincial Park. Yoga sessions instructed by Naomi Parker of Elemental Wellness, and Gwen Woolverton Draude of Birds of a Feather.
Only $10.00 for each session
Sunday, July 13, 9:00 am – 10:30 am
Yoga Bonus – Any 12 sessions for only $100!
Don’t forget your yoga mat, water bottle and insect repellent!
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Wednesdays, 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
July 9, July 16, July 23, July 30, Aug. 6, Aug. 13, Aug. 20, Aug. 27, Sep. 10, Sep. 17, Sep. 24
Saturdays, 9:00am – 10:30am
Aug.9, Sep. 13
For more info: 403-238-3841 or [rti safe email email=”info@friendsoffishcreek.org”]
Enjoy Yoga in Fish Creek All Summer at the Bow Valley Ranch and Shannon Terrace from July 9 – September 24!
This is an outdoor program that carries risks outside of the facilitator’s control. By attending this program you are agreeing to do so at your own risk.

Fish Creek Flood Recovery Public Information Session
2014-07-15 16:30 - 19:30 | Fish Creek Environmental Learning Centre, 13931 Woodpath Rd. SW, Calgary, Alberta, T2W 5R6, Canada
Fish Creek Provincial Park – Flood Recovery Public Information Session
Fish Creek Environmental Learning Centre 13931 Woodpath Road S.W.
Tuesday, July 15 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Drop in
Learn about flooding in the park

What happened during the 2013 flood and previous flooding;
Impacts on current and future ecology, watershed management, and recreation;
What has happened with initial cleanup and repair in the Park;
Planning and progress for major flood recovery infrastructure projects;
Mitigation and planning to prepare for future flooding events.

How You Can Get Involved

Provide feedback about your post-flood experiences
Learn ways to support the park and how you can volunteer

1-3pm Geology Minibus Tour
2014-07-21 13:00 - 15:00 | Bow Valley Ranch – picnic area by the red barn, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Learn about the rich geological history of Fish Creek Provincial Park from knowledgeable retired Geology Professor, Rob McWilliam. Register through Eventbrite.

Historic Calgary Week
2014-07-31 10:00 - 12:00 | Bow Valley Ranch, Fish Creek, 15975 Bow Bottom Trail SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2J 6T5 , Canada
History of the Bow Valley Ranch, Fish Creek Provincial Park
Thursday, July 31, 2014 10:00am – 12:00 noon
Meet by the red barn at the Bow Valley Ranch in Fish Creek Provincial Park (south end of Bow Bottom Tr. SE)
The Bow Valley Ranch is rich in historical significance, not only for Fish Creek Provincial Park, but also for the city of Calgary. Historical figures like John Glenn, William Roper Hull and Pat Burns were instrumental in the development of this city starting in the late 1800s. Join Wayne Meikle, retired Fish Creek Provincial Park planner and founding member of the Friends of Fish Creek, for a walking tour of this area and a trip back in time.
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Walking Tour of Fish Creek Provincial Park: Nature and History, Bebo Grove
2014-07-31 14:00 - 16:00 | Alberta
Walking Tour of Fish Creek Provincial Park: Nature and History, Bebo Grove
Thursday, July 31, from 2:00 pm -4:00 pm
Fish Creek Provincial Park has a 10 000 year human history, with links to First Nations groups, the NorthWest Mounted Police, homesteading, trading and ranching. At 3349 acres, it is one of the largest urban parks in North America, with a mixture of grassland, wetlands, forest and riverine areas, abundant with deer, birds, owls, beaver and even the odd coyote…you never know what you’re going to see!
Join the Friends of Fish Creek Provincial Park Society in an educational wander through this beautiful urban park! Meet in the Bebo Grove parking lot at the South end of 24th Street SW.
Tour guide Wayne Meikle worked for Provincial Parks in Alberta for 35 years until he retired as a Urban Park Planner. He worked especially in the area of urban park management and has been involved in operations, construction and planning of urban parks. He is also one of the first founders of the Friends of Fish Creek Provincial Park Society.
What to bring: hat, sunscreen, bug spray, water, a camera if you like, and wear good walking shoes! And make sure you dress for the weather!
$5 per person, register today!

Unleash the Power of Your SLR Camera in Fish Creek Provincial Park!
2014-08-09 09:00 - 11:30 | Bow Valley Ranch – picnic area by the red barn, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Unleash the Power of Your SLR Camera in Fish Creek Provincial Park!
Saturday, August 9 from 9:00am to 11:30am (rain date Aug. 16, 9:00am – 11:30am)
Do you have an SLR camera but no idea how to use it?
If you are still using your camera in “point and shoot” mode, or have a new camera you want to try out, this is the perfect outing for you!
Join instructor Bob Bakker and Friends of Fish Creek Provincial Park Society for this beginner’s level photography class, and learn how to capture the park’s diverse and stunning beauty on your SLR camera. From expansive landscapes to macro images of tiny flower buds, Bob will show you all the basics, including composition, lighting, depth of field and “The Exposure Triangle” (Aperture-Shutter-ISO). You will be driven to various points on our electric open-air minibus, with a variety of stops along the way to put your photo theory into practice.
What to bring: your camera, of course, along with a tri-pod (optional), bug spray, sunscreen, hat and water. And don’t forget to wear good walking shoes so you can get close to the shots you want, and dress for the weather!
Meet in the Bow Valley Ranch parking lot beside the red barn.
$25 per person for this 2 ½ hour tour, space is limited to 8 people.
Register today!
Other Dates
Tuesday, Aug. 12 (rain date Sep. 23, 5:00pm – 7:30pm)
Saturday, Sep. 6 (rain date Sep. 20, 9:00am – 11:30am)
Thursday, Sep. 11 (rain date Oct. 2, 3:00pm – 5:30pm)
Saturday, Oct. 4 (rain date Oct. 18, 9:00am – 11:30am)

Bob Bakker is a film and digital photography enthusiast who has completed the Continuing Education photography certificate program at SAIT. He moved to Calgary in 1997, and one of the first places his family frequented upon their arrival was Fish Creek Provincial Park. Now his kids have grown up and gone, but you can find Bob and his wife – avid recumbent trike enthusiasts – pedalling through Fish Creek Park most weekends. Bob’s passion for photography was handed down to him by his dad who owned a photography and photo finishing business in Winnipeg. When he is not taking photos, he also enjoys drifting down the Bow and doing a bit of fishing.
Photos of leaves, waterfall and wheat field by Bob Bakker.
*Please note that if you experience mobility issues and are in need of physical support getting on and off the minibus, please call us before you register to discuss how we can make this a successful outing for you.*

Unleash the Power of Your SLR Camera in Fish Creek Provincial Park!
2014-08-12 18:00 - 20:30 | Bow Valley Ranch – picnic area by the red barn, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Unleash the Power of Your SLR Camera in Fish Creek Provincial Park!
Tuesday, August 12 from 6:00pm – 8:30pm (rain date Sep. 23, 5:00pm – 7:30pm)
Do you have an SLR camera but no idea how to use it?
If you are still using your camera in “point and shoot” mode, or have a new camera you want to try out, this is the perfect outing for you!
Join instructor Bob Bakker and Friends of Fish Creek Provincial Park Society for this beginner’s level photography class, and learn how to capture the park’s diverse and stunning beauty on your SLR camera. From expansive landscapes to macro images of tiny flower buds, Bob will show you all the basics, including composition, lighting, depth of field and “The Exposure Triangle” (Aperture-Shutter-ISO). You will be driven to various points on our electric open-air minibus, with a variety of stops along the way to put your photo theory into practice.
What to bring: your camera, of course, along with a tri-pod (optional), bug spray, sunscreen, hat and water. And don’t forget to wear good walking shoes so you can get close to the shots you want, and dress for the weather!
Meet in the Bow Valley Ranch parking lot beside the red barn.
$25 per person for this 2 ½ hour tour, space is limited to 8 people.
Register today!
Other Dates
Saturday, Aug. 9 (rain date Aug. 16, 9:00am – 11:30am)
Saturday, Sep. 6 (rain date Sep. 20, 9:00am – 11:30am)
Thursday, Sep. 11 (rain date Oct. 2, 3:00pm – 5:30pm)
Saturday, Oct. 4 (rain date Oct. 18, 9:00am – 11:30am)

Bob Bakker is a film and digital photography enthusiast who has completed the Continuing Education photography certificate program at SAIT. He moved to Calgary in 1997, and one of the first places his family frequented upon their arrival was Fish Creek Park. Now his kids have grown up and gone, but you can find Bob and his wife – avid recumbent trike enthusiasts – pedalling through Fish Creek Provincial Park most weekends. Bob’s passion for photography was handed down to him by his dad who owned a photography and photo finishing business in Winnipeg. When he is not taking photos, he also enjoys drifting down the Bow and doing a bit of fishing.
Photos of leaves, waterfall and wheat field by Bob Bakker.
*Please note that if you experience mobility issues and are in need of physical support getting on and off the minibus, please call us before you register to discuss how we can make this a successful outing for you.*

Connecting with Nature Meditation - Aug. 12
2014-08-12 19:00 - 20:00 | Bow Valley Ranch, Fish Creek, 15975 Bow Bottom Trail SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2J 6T5 , Canada

Minibus Tour: Wetlands, Nature and History of Fish Creek Provincial Park
2014-08-15 09:00 - 23:00 | Bow Valley Ranch – picnic area by the red barn, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Friday, August 15th, 9-11am
Join the Friends of Fish Creek Provincial Park Society as we explore the park in the comfort of our new, open-air minibus! Learn about the importance of the engineered wetlands in the park, as well as the cultural history and nature that will surround you throughout your outing!
Storm water naturally runs from the streets in surrounding communities and carries with it harmful chemicals, pesticides and sediments. Engineered wetlands have been constructed in the park to naturally filter and clean this water before it enters Fish Creek. These wetlands also provide essential habitat for a wide diversity of insects, birds, amphibians, and mammals who make this park their home! You will also learn about the 10 000 year human history in Fish Creek Provincial Park, with links to First Nations groups, the NorthWest Mounted Police, homesteading, trading and ranching. At 3349 acres, it is one of the largest urban parks in North America, a mixture of grassland, wetlands, forest and riverine areas, abundant with deer, birds, owls, beaver and even the odd coyote…you never know what you’re going to see!
Meet in front of the red barn!
$20 per person, maximum 8 participants
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