Friends of the Blindman is hosting an information session and public meeting regarding water use for hydraulic fracturing. While we will be focusing on the Blindman River and its tributaries, these conversations are crucial for all Albertans. Agenda 6:30-6:40 p.m. Introduction 6:40-6:55 p.m. Hydraulic Fracturing Operations 6:55-7:10 p.m. Current State of Water Use/Regulations 7:10-7:25 p.m. […]

We are excited to bring back our annual Love the Lake Family Fun Day! This event will take place on August 12, from 10:00am-3:00pm, at the Pigeon Lake Provincial Park Day Use Area. This event will give the community an opportunity to enjoy some time at the lake, while learning about PLWA and the other […]

Join the Battle River Watershed Alliance and County of Vermilion River for an afternoon of fun and family friendly wetland-themed activities, including pond dipping, a scavenger hunt, and more! Join us for Bug Dipping, Wetland Scavenger Hunt, Games and other activities and Free Hot Dogs

The Eastern Irrigation District (EID) is providing two guided Bassano Dam Tours. When: Saturday, August 17th at 10:00 a.m and 1:00 p.m. sharp. How to register: Call the EID Office at 403-362-1400 starting Monday, July 15th.  The tour provides an opportunity to observe and learn the importance this 110-year old structure plays in the agricultural […]

Location: Waterton Reservoir and Cottonwood Creek Difficulty: 5 km, Easy+.  (Though we will not be hiking far or gaining significant elevation, the travel will be off trail and require fording a creek) Cost: By donation Join wetland ecologist Kirby England (a.k.a. the beaver guy) and cottonwood biologist Cheryl Bradley, both advocates for healthy rivers and […]

The Eastern Irrigation District (EID) is providing two guided Bassano Dam Tours. When: Saturday, August 17th at 10:00 a.m and 1:00 p.m. sharp. How to register: Call the EID Office at 403-362-1400 starting Monday, July 15th.  The tour provides an opportunity to observe and learn the importance this 110-year old structure plays in the agricultural […]