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SUMMARY:Bird Focus Group Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Red Deer River Naturalists Bird Focus Group Walk \nLocation: Kuhnen Park https://www.lacombecounty.com/index.php/parks-and-trails or  https://birdingtrailsalberta.com/central-alberta-east/kuhnen-park-2/ \nWhen: May 31\, 2025 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Maybe longer. \nHost: Chris Olsen \nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend. We’re an inclusive group that learns from each other\, and birders of all skill levels are welcome! \nBring your binoculars*\, camera/phone\, bug spray and sunscreen. Wear sturdy hiking footwear\, some trails are on rough terrain. Carry water and an energy snack. Wear layers and carry rain gear and a hat as required by conditions. Distances vary\, but may be up to 5 kms. Let Chris know if you have any potential medical issues. \n*RDRN have two birding binoculars that can be borrowed (first come\, first serve) by new participants. Binoculars courtesy of a City of Red Deer Community Better ParticipACTION grant.
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/bird-focus-group-field-trip-5/
LOCATION:Kuhnen Park
CATEGORIES:Bird Focus Group,Field Trip,Saturday Birding
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Olsen":MAILTO:olsencdel@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250525T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250525T170000
DTSTAMP:20260520T234706
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T223857Z
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SUMMARY:Central Alberta May Species Count 2025
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to help us document animals and flowering plants in Central Alberta! \nYou can count in your own backyard\, in a nearby park or natural area or even by driving the back-roads. We are interested in everything\, from insects and spiders to amphibians\, reptiles\, birds and mammals.  Head on over to the drop-down menu Programs\, Species Count\, May Species Count to print off your tally sheets. Also a map shows the different zones you can count in. You can view the individual zone maps as well. Let John or Shelley-anne Goulet know exactly where you are counting with an address or name of area to avoid duplication. \nAll living things are counted: flowers in bloom\, mammals\, birds\, reptiles\, amphibians\, spiders\, insects. \nCount between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. either Saturday May 24\, Sunday May 25 or both. If counting both days\, please count in different locations using separate tally sheets. \nContact John or Shelly-anne Goulet 403-392-1894 if participating and to indicate where you are counting so there are no duplication of counts. \nCompleted tally sheets can be scanned and emailed to shelleyannegoulet@gmail.com or mail your tally sheet to Red Deer River Naturalists Box 785 Red Deer\, Alberta T4N 5H2 Attn: John & Shelley-anne Goulet. You can also drop your tally sheet at the Kerry Wood Nature Centre Attn: RDRN. Or call John or Shelley-anne and give your tally to them over the phone. Deadline to submit your tally sheet is June 15th.
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/central-alberta-may-species-count-2025-2/
ORGANIZER;CN="John and Shelley-anne Goulet":MAILTO:shelleyannegoulet@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250524T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250524T170000
DTSTAMP:20260520T234706
CREATED:20250422T223334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T223334Z
UID:14034-1748077200-1748106000@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Central Alberta May Species Count 2025
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to help us document animals and flowering plants in Central Alberta! \nYou can count in your own backyard\, in a nearby park or natural area or even by driving the back-roads. We are interested in everything\, from insects and spiders to amphibians\, reptiles\, birds and mammals.  Head on over to the drop-down menu Programs\, Species Count\, May Species Count to print off your tally sheets. Also a map shows the different zones you can count in. You can view the individual zone maps as well. Let John or Shelley-anne Goulet know exactly where you are counting with an address or name of area to avoid duplication. \nAll living things are counted: flowers in bloom\, mammals\, birds\, reptiles\, amphibians\, spiders\, insects. \nCount between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. either Saturday May 24\, Sunday May 25 or both. If counting both days\, please count in different locations using separate tally sheets. \nContact John or Shelly-anne Goulet 403-392-1894 if participating and to indicate where you are counting so there are no duplication of counts. \nCompleted tally sheets can be scanned and emailed to shelleyannegoulet@gmail.com or mail your tally sheet to Red Deer River Naturalists Box 785 Red Deer\, Alberta T4N 5H2 Attn: John & Shelley-anne Goulet. You can also drop your tally sheet at the Kerry Wood Nature Centre Attn: RDRN. Or call John or Shelley-anne and give your tally to them over the phone. Deadline to submit your tally sheet is June 15th.
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/central-alberta-may-species-count-2025/
CATEGORIES:Species Count
ORGANIZER;CN="John and Shelley-anne Goulet":MAILTO:shelleyannegoulet@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250521T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250521T120000
DTSTAMP:20260520T234706
CREATED:20250423T003327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250426T021240Z
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SUMMARY:Flower Focus Group Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:You are all invited to the Red Deer River Naturalists Flower Focus Group Field Trip \nWe will enjoy a Spring Wildflower Walk\, weather permitting. \nWhen: Wednesday May 21\, 2025 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon \nHost: Don Wales \nLocation: South of Red Deer Polytechnic. The Nova Chemicals Waskasoo Creek Nature Walk – an accessible one-kilometre loop circling a pond in a natural area just south of the Gary W. Harris Canada Games Centre. We will continue into the forested area trails. Meet in the Gary w. Harris parking lot. Paid parking only. \nAll are welcome\, you do not need to be a RDRN member to attend.
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/flower-focus-group-field-trip-2/
LOCATION:Red Deer Polytechnic natural area\, College Circle\, Red Deer\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Flower Focus
ORGANIZER;CN="Don Wales":MAILTO:don@hexapod.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250517T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250517T130000
DTSTAMP:20260520T234706
CREATED:20250317T011555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T011555Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Focus Group Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:You are all invited to the Red Deer River Naturalists Bird Focus Group Walk \nLocation: Alix Lake Nature Trail  \nMeet: Alix Lake Campground \nWhen: May 17\, 2025 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. \nHost: Chris Olsen \nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend. We’re an inclusive group that learns from each other\, and birders of all skill levels are welcome! \nBring your binoculars* and camera/phone. Carry water\, energy snack\, bug spray and sunscreen. Wear sturdy hiking footwear\, dress in layers and carry rain gear and a hat as required by conditions. Some trails are on rough terrain. Distances vary\, but may be up to 5 kms. Let Chris know if you have any potential medical issues. \n*RDRN have two birding binoculars that can be borrowed (first come\, first served) by new participants. Binoculars courtesy of a City of Red Deer Community Better ParticipACTION grant.
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/bird-focus-group-field-trip-4/
LOCATION:Alix Lake Campground\, Alix Lake\, Alix\, Alberta\, T0C 0B0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bird Focus Group,Field Trip,Saturday Birding
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Olsen":MAILTO:olsencdel@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250510T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250510T133000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T004732Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Focus Group Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Red Deer River Naturalists Bird Focus Group Walk \nLocation: Raven Brood Trout Station \nDirections: 54034 Twp Rd 36-0. From Hwy 54\, go south on Hwy 22 approximately 5 km\, turn west onto Twp Rd 36-0. Turn right at the first fork. \nMeet: Park by the picnic shelter. \nWhen: May 10\, 2025 10:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Maybe longer.\n \nHost: Chris Olsen \nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend. \nBring your binoculars\,* camera/phone\, bug spray and sunscreen. Some trails are on rough terrain. Distances vary\, but may be up to 5 kms. Carry water and an energy snack. Wear sturdy hiking footwear\, dress in layers and carry rain gear and a hat as required by conditions. Let Chris know if you have any potential medical issues. \n*RDRN have two birding binoculars that can be borrowed (first come\, first served) by new participants. Binoculars courtesy of a City of Red Deer Community Better ParticipACTION grant.
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/bird-focus-group-field-trip-3/
CATEGORIES:Bird Focus Group,Saturday Birding
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Olsen":MAILTO:olsencdel@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250503T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250503T130000
DTSTAMP:20260520T234706
CREATED:20250317T004103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T004103Z
UID:13895-1746266400-1746277200@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Bird Focus Group Walk
DESCRIPTION:Red Deer River Naturalists Bird Focus Group Walk \nLocation: Heritage Ranch\, meet in the first parking lot past the entrance. \nWhen: May 3\, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. \nHost: Chris Olsen \nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend. We’re an inclusive group that learns from each other\, and birders of all skill levels are welcome! \nBring your binoculars* and camera/phone. Carry water and an energy snack. Dress in layers and wear sturdy hiking footwear\, water resistant and with ice cleats as required by the season. Carry rain gear and a hat as required by conditions. Some trails are on rough terrain. Distances vary\, but may be up to 5 kms. Let Chris know if you have any potential medical issues. \n*RDRN have two birding binoculars that can be borrowed (first come\, first served) by new participants. Binoculars courtesy of a City of Red Deer Community Better ParticipACTION grant.
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/bird-focus-group-walk-175/
LOCATION:Heritage Ranch\, 6300 Cronquist Drive\, Red Deer\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bird Focus Group,Saturday Birding
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Olsen":MAILTO:olsencdel@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250426T040000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250426T080000
DTSTAMP:20260520T234706
CREATED:20250316T223657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T223735Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Focus Group Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Our Host Chris Olsen has booked the Red Deer River Naturalists Bird Focus Group Walk to join the Wainwright Wildlife Society (WWS) in their annual Sharp-tailed Grouse Tour on April 26\, 2025.  WWS set comfortable blinds on a lek site. The birds come in the pre-dawn to display to potential mates\, and it is truly amazing to witness the strutting\, posturing\, rattling and even aggression in the dawn light. Dancing at this very site was recently filmed and shown on the Nature of Things. Go to CBC GEM and search the Nature of Things; look for a 3-part documentary titled the ‘Secret World of Sound’. The segment that includes Sharp-tailed Grouse on this lek is in part 2\, ‘Love and Rivals’.  \nPre-registration is required contact olsencdel@gmail.com to participate. Deadline for registering is April 5\, 2025. Chris has reserved 15 seats for $35 adults\, $15 students (cash) to support the WWS – bring exact change. We are full but you can be added to a waitlist. This outing will meet at a parking lot (tba) in Wainwright and depart for the lek at 4:00 a.m. sharp. Plan to be in the blinds until about 8:00 a.m.\, dress in warm layers\, and bring a hot thermos and a snack. If you are unfamiliar with this spectacle\, you will be amazed! If you wish to attend on your own on a different date the WWS runs this Sharp-tailed Grouse Watch from mid April to mid May. See www.facebook.com/WainwrightWildlifeSociety for details and more information about the tour. \nThe Tofield Snow Goose Festival also runs the weekend of April 26-27\, 2025\, based on offerings of years’ past\, there is a ‘bird festival’ site in the Town and guided bus excursions with a biologist or interpreter to area wetlands. You can expect to see very large aggregations of Snow Geese and other migrating waterfowl and shore birds. Two or three hour bus tour options\, tickets go on sale March 4\, 2025. You can pre-register to reserve your seat! Visit www.snowgoosefestival.ca for more information. It may be something you may want to do after the Sharp-tailed Grouse watch\, or the next day\, depending on travel logistics. \n Photo by Chris Olsen
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/bird-focus-group-field-trip-2/
CATEGORIES:Bird Focus Group,Field Trip,Saturday Birding
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Olsen":MAILTO:olsencdel@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250424T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250424T210000
DTSTAMP:20260520T234706
CREATED:20250403T025718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T025718Z
UID:13969-1745521200-1745528400@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Monthly Meeting Speaker Series
DESCRIPTION:You are all invited to the Red Deer River Naturalists April Monthly Meeting Speaker Series \nSpeaker: Jody Allair \nTopic: The State of Canada’s Birds: How Data Can Inform Conservation Action \nWhen: April 24\, 2025 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. \nWhere: Held at the Kerry Wood Nature Centre\, 6300 45 Ave\, Red Deer\, AB T4N 3M4\, in the Theatre room. \nDeveloped by Environment and Climate Change Canada and Birds Canada\, The State of Canada’s Birds 2024 report summarizes bird population trends between 1970 and 2020. It also provides accessible\, scientific insight into the population status of 463 Canadian bird species. \nJody Allair is an avid birder and naturalist who enjoys sharing his enthusiasm for the natural world. He is the Director of Communications at Birds Canada\, where he manages the organization’s public relations and media. He is the co-editor of Bird Watch Canada Magazine\, producer of The Warblers Podcast and a coordinator of eBird Canada. In addition to his 20+ years at Birds Canada\, he has been leading birding tours with Eagle-Eye Tours since 2008. \nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend.
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/monthly-meeting-speaker-series-10/
LOCATION:Kerry Wood Nature Centre\, 6300 45 Avenue\, Red Deer\, AB\, T4N 3M4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Speaker of the Month
ORGANIZER;CN="Red Deer River Naturalists":MAILTO:rdrn.nature@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250419T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250419T130000
DTSTAMP:20260520T234706
CREATED:20250310T004248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T004248Z
UID:13886-1745056800-1745067600@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Bird Focus Group Walk
DESCRIPTION:Red Deer River Naturalists Bird Focus Group Walk \nLocation: Maskepetoon Park – located in the subdivision of Oriole Park West. \nMeet: In the fitness park parking lot of Kerry Wood Drive/Oak Drive. Parking lot is on the west side of Kerry Wood Drive/Oak Drive. \nWhen: April 19\, 2025 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. \nHost: Chris Olsen \nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend. We’re an inclusive group that learns from each other\, and birders of all skill levels are welcome! \nBring your binoculars* and camera/phone. Carry water and an energy snack. Dress in layers and wear sturdy hiking footwear\, water resistant and with ice cleats as required by conditions. Carry rain gear and a hat as required. Some trails are on rough terrain. Distances vary\, but may be up to 5 kms. Let Chris know if you have any potential medical issues. \n*RDRN have two birding binoculars that can be borrowed (first come\, first served) by new participants. Binoculars courtesy of a City of Red Deer Community Better ParticipACTION grant.
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/bird-focus-group-walk-174/
LOCATION:Maskepetoon Park\, Maskepetoon Park\, Red Deer\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bird Focus Group,Saturday Birding
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Olsen":MAILTO:olsencdel@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250416T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250416T120000
DTSTAMP:20260520T234706
CREATED:20250403T034144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T035321Z
UID:13972-1744797600-1744804800@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Flower Focus Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:You are all invited to the Red Deer River Naturalists Flower Focus Group Meeting \nWhen: April 16\, 2025 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon \nHost: Don Wales \nGuest Speakers: Caroline and Brian Harris \nTopic: Wildflowers of Ajo\, Arizona \nLocation: Kerry Wood Nature Centre in the Marjorie Wood Gallery\, 6300 45 Ave. Red Deer\, AB \nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend.
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/flower-focus-group-meeting-16/
LOCATION:Kerry Wood Nature Centre\, 6300 45 Avenue\, Red Deer\, AB\, T4N 3M4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Flower Focus
ORGANIZER;CN="Don Wales":MAILTO:don@hexapod.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250412T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250412T130000
DTSTAMP:20260520T234706
CREATED:20250310T003430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T003430Z
UID:13883-1744452000-1744462800@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Bird Focus Group Walk
DESCRIPTION:You are all invited to the Red Deer River Naturalists Bird Focus Group Walk \nLocation: McKenzie Trails Recreation Area to River Bend Golf & Recreation Area \nMeet: In the main parking lot at McKenzie Trails near the shelter. Arrange your own shuttle from River Bend or return to McKenzie Trails. \nWhen: April 12\, 2025 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Maybe longer. \nHost: Chris Olsen \nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend. We’re an inclusive group that learns from each other\, and birders of all skill levels are welcome! \nBring your binoculars* and camera/phone. Carry water and an energy snack. Dress in layers and wear sturdy hiking footwear\, water resistant and with ice cleats as required by conditions. Some trails are on rough terrain. Distances vary\, but may be up to 5 kms. Let Chris know if you have any potential medical issues. \n*RDRN have two birding binoculars that can be borrowed (first come\, first served) by new participants. Binoculars courtesy of a City of Red Deer Community Better ParticipACTION grant.
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/bird-focus-group-walk-173/
LOCATION:McKenzie Trails\, McKenzie Trails Red Deer\, Red Deer\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bird Focus Group,Saturday Birding
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Olsen":MAILTO:olsencdel@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250405T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250405T130000
DTSTAMP:20260520T234706
CREATED:20250310T001920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T001920Z
UID:13880-1743847200-1743858000@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Bird Focus Group Walk
DESCRIPTION:You are all invited to the Red Deer River Naturalists Bird Focus Group Walk \nLocation: Gaetz Lake Migratory Bird Sanctuary \nMeet: Inside the Kerry Wood Nature Centre 6300 – 45 Avenue Red Deer\, AB T4N 3M4 \nWhen: April 5\, 2025 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. \nHost: Chris Olsen  \nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend. We’re an inclusive group that learns from each other\, and birders of all skill levels are welcome! \nBring your binoculars* and camera/phone. Carry water and an energy snack. Dress in layers and wear sturdy hiking footwear\, water resistant and with ice cleats as required by conditions. Some trails are on rough terrain. Distances vary\, but may be up to 5 kms. Let Chris know if you have any potential medical issues. \n*RDRN have two birding binoculars that can be borrowed (first come\, first served) by new participants. Binoculars courtesy of a City of Red Deer Community Better ParticipACTION grant.
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/bird-focus-group-walk-172/
LOCATION:Kerry Wood Nature Centre\, 6300 45 Avenue\, Red Deer\, AB\, T4N 3M4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bird Focus Group,Saturday Birding
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Olsen":MAILTO:olsencdel@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250329T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250329T130000
DTSTAMP:20260520T234706
CREATED:20250310T000128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T000128Z
UID:13877-1743242400-1743253200@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Bird Focus Group Walk
DESCRIPTION:You are all invited to the Red Deer River Naturalists Bird Focus Group Walk \nLocation: River Bend Golf & Recreation Area – Perimeter Trail \nMeet: In the main parking lot \nWhen: March 29\, 2025 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Maybe longer. \nHost: Chris Olsen \nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend. We’re an inclusive group that learns from each other\, and birders of all skill levels are welcome! \nBring your binoculars* and camera/phone. Carry water and an energy snack. Dress in layers and wear sturdy hiking footwear\, water resistant and with ice cleats as required by conditions. Some trails are on rough terrain. Distances vary\, but may be up to 5 kms. Let Chris know if you have any potential medical issues. \n*RDRN have two birding binoculars that can be borrowed (first come\, first served) by new participants. Binoculars courtesy of a City of Red Deer Community Better ParticipACTION grant. \nRiver Bend Golf & Recreation Area
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/bird-focus-group-walk-171/
LOCATION:River Bend Golf & Recreation Area\, 3800 River Bend Drive\, Red Deer\, Alberta\, T4P 0Y4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bird Focus Group,Saturday Birding
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Olsen":MAILTO:olsencdel@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250327T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250327T210000
DTSTAMP:20260520T234706
CREATED:20250303T232151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T232151Z
UID:13866-1743102000-1743109200@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Monthly Meeting Speaker Series
DESCRIPTION:You are all invited to the RDRN March Monthly Meeting Speaker Series\n\n\nRDRN once again welcomes third and fourth-year RDP students to present summaries of their research projects.\n\n\nWhen: March 27\, 2025 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.\n\n\nWhere: Held at the Kerry Wood Nature Centre\, 6300 45 Ave\, Red Deer\, AB T4N 3M4\, in the Theatre room.\n\n\nSpeakers: Joyce Agot\, Ariana Dahmer\, Kiara Mickey\, Campbell Skelton and Jessie Thompson from Red Deer Polytechnic will Present a Variety of Fascinating Research Topics.\n\n\nTopics: Summer diet overlap between Coyotes and Black Bears in the Beaver Hills Biosphere\, A Bioacoustics Survey to Monitor Bat Biodiversity at Half Moon Bay\, Sylvan Lake\, Characterizations of Ungulate Gut Parasites – The Hunt for Fasicola magna and Genetic Barcoding of Local Native Bees.\n\n\nThe students are attending RDP in the Biological Science Degree Program. Hoping to be professional biologists\, they begin their research careers with projects spanning 3 weeks to 3 months.\n\n\nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend.
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/monthly-meeting-speaker-series-9/
LOCATION:Kerry Wood Nature Centre\, 6300 45 Avenue\, Red Deer\, AB\, T4N 3M4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Speaker of the Month
ORGANIZER;CN="Red Deer River Naturalists":MAILTO:rdrn.nature@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250323T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250323T150000
DTSTAMP:20260520T234706
CREATED:20250205T015347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250323T182104Z
UID:13846-1742734800-1742742000@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED Family Friendly Winter Walk
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED.\nThere is no Leader for this event.\nRDRN Nature Central Innisfail Winter Walk Sunday March 23\, at 1:00 p.m.\nJoin us for a family-friendly winter walk\, hosted by RDRN Nature Central! \nEnjoy the great outdoors as we explore nature together. Please be prepared for hilly terrain\, which can be challenging for some\, and come ready for an active walk. Please note\, there are no restrooms on-site. \nWinter Walk at Innisfail Natural Area\nDate: Sunday\, March 23\, 2025\nTime: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM\nDirections: From Innisfail go east on Highway 590. The natural area is on the NW corner of the intersection with Range Road 272. There is a small pull-off on Highway 590 about 100 metres west of RR272. From Red Deer\, go south on 30th Avenue to Highway 590. There is a small pull-off on Highway 590 about 100 metres west of RR272. The entrance to the natural area is at: N52-01-36.42 w114-46-15.07 \nWhat to Expect:\nWarm up after the walk with hot chocolate! Be sure to dress warmly for winter conditions. The event will go ahead regardless of snow\, but may be canceled if temperatures drop below -15°C. \nNo Membership Required:\nThis event is open to all – no membership to RDRN is necessary. Please confirm your attendance by emailing nir.rdrn.nature@gmail.com. \nNote: Events are subject to cancellation due to weather conditions and other factors. Please check our website and social media for the latest updates before attending. We look forward to seeing you!
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/family-friendly-winter-walk-3/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250322T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250322T130000
DTSTAMP:20260520T234706
CREATED:20250309T234045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250309T234045Z
UID:13874-1742637600-1742648400@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Bird Focus Group Walk Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:You are all invited to the Red Deer River Naturalists Bird Focus Group Walk Field Trip\n\n\nHost: Chris OlsenLocation: Carburn Park\, 67 Riverview Drive SE Calgary\, AlbertaCarburn Park is a large natural area park nestled along the Bow River. It features two man-made ponds\, a regional pathway and numerous\, wildlife and waterfowl to experience.Meet: In the main parking lot at Carburn Park.When: March 22\, 2025 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.\n\n\nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend. We’re an inclusive group that learns from each other\, and birders of all skill levels are welcome!\n\n\nBring your binoculars* and camera/phone. Wear layers and sturdy hiking footwear\, water resistant with ice cleats as required by the season. Some trails are on rough terrain. Distances vary\, but may be up to 5 kms. Carry water and an energy snack. Let Chris know if you have any potential medical issues.\n\n\n*RDRN have two birding binoculars that can be borrowed (first come\, first served) by new participants. Binoculars courtesy of a City of Red Deer Community Better ParticipACTION grant. \n\nCarburn Park site information and link to site map\n\n\n\n\n\nCarburn Park Driving Map
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/bird-focus-group-walk-field-trip-16/
LOCATION:Carburn Park\, 67 Riverview Drive SE\, Calgary\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bird Focus Group,Field Trip,Saturday Birding
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Olsen":MAILTO:olsencdel@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250319T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250319T120000
DTSTAMP:20260520T234706
CREATED:20250309T213557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250309T213557Z
UID:13871-1742378400-1742385600@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Flower Focus Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:You are all invited to the Red Deer River Naturalists Flower Focus Group Meeting \nWhen: March 19\, 2025 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. \nLocation: Kerry Wood Nature Centre in the Marjorie Wood Gallery 6300 45 Ave. Red Deer\, AB \nHost: Don Wales \nTopic: Southern California Wildflowers & Wildlife Revisited  \nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend. \nPhotos by Don Wales \nGolden Sun Cups \nCalifornia Poppy
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/flower-focus-group-meeting-15/
LOCATION:Kerry Wood Nature Centre\, 6300 45 Avenue\, Red Deer\, AB\, T4N 3M4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Flower Focus
ORGANIZER;CN="Don Wales":MAILTO:don@hexapod.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250227T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250227T210000
DTSTAMP:20260520T234706
CREATED:20250204T214712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T214712Z
UID:13814-1740682800-1740690000@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Monthly Meeting Speaker Series
DESCRIPTION:You are all invited to the Red Deer River Naturalists February Monthly Meeting Speaker Series\n\n\nSpeaker: Brett Bodeux\n\n\nTopic: Monitoring Northern Saw-whet Owl Nest Boxes: Experiences and Highlights of Citizen Science Owl Banders\n\n\nWhen: February 27\, 2025 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.\n\n\nWhere: Held at the Kerry Wood Nature Centre\, 6300 45 Ave\, Red Deer\, AB T4N 3M4\, in the Theatre room.\n\n\nBrett Bodeux has a MSc in Conservation Biology from the University of Alberta. After twelve years in environmental consulting and working as a professional biologist\, he became the Information Coordinator for the Alberta Biodiversity Monitoring Institute in 2022. Brett has a lifelong passion for birds of prey\, especially owls\, and he has been monitoring nest sites since 2016. In 2018\, Brett became a raptor bander and now dedicates much of his free time to researching owls.\n\n\nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend.\n\nBrett Bodeux
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/monthly-meeting-speaker-series-8/
LOCATION:Kerry Wood Nature Centre\, 6300 45 Avenue\, Red Deer\, AB\, T4N 3M4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Speaker of the Month
ORGANIZER;CN="Red Deer River Naturalists":MAILTO:rdrn.nature@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250222T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250222T150000
DTSTAMP:20260520T234706
CREATED:20250104T033507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T234933Z
UID:13779-1740229200-1740236400@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Family Friendly Winter Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a family-friendly winter walk\, hosted by RDRN Nature Central! \nEnjoy the great outdoors as we explore nature together. Please be prepared for hilly terrain\, which can be challenging for some\, and come ready for an active walk. Please note\, there are no restrooms on-site. \nWinter Walk at Kinvig\nDate: Saturday\, February 22\, 2025\nTime: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM\nDirections: From Elnora\, head east on Township Road 352 for 6.8 km\, then turn south onto Range Road 224 for 1.3 km. Park along the side of the road but do not block any gates.\nCoordinates: 51.98007° N\, 113.09998° W \nWhat to Expect:\nWarm up after the walk with hot chocolate! Be sure to dress warmly for winter conditions. The event will go ahead regardless of snow\, but may be canceled if temperatures drop below -15°C. \nNo Membership Required:\nThis event is open to all – no membership to RDRN is necessary. Please confirm your attendance by emailing nir.rdrn.nature@gmail.com. \nNote: Events are subject to cancellation due to weather conditions and other factors. Please check our website and social media for the latest updates before attending. We look forward to seeing you!
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/family-friendly-winter-walk-2/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250219T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250219T120000
DTSTAMP:20260520T234706
CREATED:20250204T220740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T220740Z
UID:13818-1739959200-1739966400@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Flower Focus Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:You are all invited to the Red Deer River Naturalists Flower Focus Group Meeting \nWhen: February 19\, 2025 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. \nLocation: Kerry Wood Nature Centre in the Marjorie Wood Gallery 6300 45 Ave. Red Deer\, AB \nHost: Don Wales \nTopic: Flowers of Canyon Country of Southern Utah with a quick look at Swiss Flowers \nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend.  \nPhotos by Don Wales \nPlains Prickly Pear (purple/yellow) with Scarlet Globe Mallow (orange) \nSego Lilly
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/flower-focus-group-meeting-14/
LOCATION:Kerry Wood Nature Centre\, 6300 45 Avenue\, Red Deer\, AB\, T4N 3M4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Flower Focus
ORGANIZER;CN="Don Wales":MAILTO:don@hexapod.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250125T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250125T150000
DTSTAMP:20260520T234706
CREATED:20250104T030758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250104T030758Z
UID:13775-1737810000-1737817200@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Family Friendly Winter Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a family-friendly winter walk\, hosted by RDRN Nature Central! \nEnjoy the great outdoors as we explore nature together. Please be prepared for hilly terrain\, which can be challenging for some\, and come ready for an active walk. Please note\, there are no restrooms on-site. \nWinter Walk at Radar Hill\nDate: Saturday\, January 25\, 2025\nTime: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM\nDirections: Travel 16 km east of Red Deer on Highway 595\, then head south for 4.8 km on Range Road 260. The property will be marked with signage at the end of the road.\nCoordinates: 52.18670° N\, 113.57602° W \nWhat to Expect:\nWarm up after the walk with hot chocolate! Be sure to dress warmly for winter conditions. The event will go ahead regardless of snow\, but may be canceled if temperatures drop below -15°C. \nNo Membership Required:\nThis event is open to all – no membership to RDRN is necessary. Please confirm your attendance by emailing nir.rdrn.nature@gmail.com. \nNote: Events are subject to cancellation due to weather conditions and other factors. Please check our website and social media for the latest updates before attending. We look forward to seeing you! \nRadar Hill \nRadar Hill
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/family-friendly-winter-walk/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250123T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250123T210000
DTSTAMP:20260520T234706
CREATED:20250103T225136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250104T034113Z
UID:13769-1737653400-1737666000@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Annual General Meeting with Guest
DESCRIPTION:You are all invited to our RDRN Annual General Meeting with Guest Lorne Fitch \nModerator: President Rick Tallas \nJanuary 23\, 2025\nKerry Wood Nature Centre\n6300 45 Avenue\nRed Deer\, AB \nCome join us for our 2025 Annual General Meeting\, Owl and Lifetime Achievement Awards presentation\, as well as a special wine-and-cheese evening with Lorne Fitch. Co-sponsored by RDRN\, Friends of Kerry Wood Nature Centre and Freshwater Conservation Canada\, this event will feature Lorne Fitch reading from his new Book Travels Up the Creek. \nWine and Cheese: 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.\nAGM: 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.\nRDRN Awards Presentation: 7:00 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.\nLorne Fitch Reading: 7:15 pm. to 8:30 p.m. \nWe look forward to hosting a large crowd. We encourage Members to attend the AGM\, (only Members may vote) but will also welcome everyone for a wine and cheese reception for Lorne Fitch. We hope to see you there! \nLorne Fitch \nFriends of Kerry Wood Nature Centre \nFreshwater Conservation Canada
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/annual-general-meeting-with-guest-2/
LOCATION:Kerry Wood Nature Centre\, 6300 45 Avenue\, Red Deer\, AB\, T4N 3M4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Annual General Meeting,Special Presentation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241228T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241228T150000
DTSTAMP:20260520T234706
CREATED:20241212T003930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241212T004028Z
UID:13754-1735390800-1735398000@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Family Friendly Winter Walk
DESCRIPTION:Nature Central/RDRN will be hosting a family-friendly winter walk at Burns Nature Park on Saturday\, December 28\, 2024\, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Dress warmly for the winter weather\, as the event will take place regardless of snow. Note: The walk may be canceled if temperatures drop below -15°C. While registration is encouraged\, you do not need to be a member of RDRN to participate.  \nPlease email nir.rdrn.nature@gmail.com to confirm your attendance.  \nDirections: The park can be accessed from the west end of Township Rd 394\, located west of Hwy 20 on the east side of Sylvan Lake. Burns Nature Park is a 20-acre sanctuary on the east side of Sylvan Lake in Lacombe County. The park\, donated by the Burns family in 2023\, features about two kilometers of hiking trails through poplar forests\, wetlands\, and along the shoreline\, offering views of the lake. Visitors can enjoy benches along the trails\, interpretive signs\, and a small parking area with restrooms.
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/13754/
CATEGORIES:Field Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241222T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241222T170000
DTSTAMP:20260520T234706
CREATED:20241202T000135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241202T000135Z
UID:13720-1734858000-1734886800@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Central Alberta Christmas Bird Count
DESCRIPTION:Join other Central Alberta Birdwatchers by participating in the longest running and most important bird census in the world. \nCentral Alberta 2024 Christmas Bird Count \nSunday December 22\, 2024 \n9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. \nPrint a copy of the Christmas Bird Count Tally Sheet\, click here\, choose a place to count the birds (map and instructions under Programs). \nPlease register where you will be counting with Shelley-anne or John Goulet (403-392-1894) so there will be no duplication of counts. \nTally sheets must be received by December 29th. You may drop sheets off (Attn: RDRN) at Kerry Wood Nature Centre 6300 – 45 Avenue Red Deer\, AB T4N 3M4 or mail to RDRN Attn: John & Shelley-anne Goulet Box 785 Red Deer\, AB T4N 5H2\, or email to shelleyannegoulet@gmail.com\, put “CBC” in the subject line.
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/central-alberta-christmas-bird-count-2/
CATEGORIES:Species Count
ORGANIZER;CN="John and Shelley-anne Goulet":MAILTO:shelleyannegoulet@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241214T140000
DTSTAMP:20260520T234706
CREATED:20241104T014407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T014407Z
UID:13623-1734170400-1734184800@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Bird Focus Group Walk
DESCRIPTION:Red Deer River Naturalists Bird Focus Group Walk \nLocation: Gaetz Lake Migratory Bird Sanctuary \nMeet: Inside the Kerry Wood Nature Centre \nWhen: December 14\, 2024 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. \nHost: Chris Olsen  \nThis will be our last scheduled walk for the season. Coffee and treats to follow (about 1:00 p.m.) at the Kerry Wood Nature Centre. We’ll use this opportunity to debrief our season\, so even if you can’t make the walk\, try and come out to enjoy the group and to share your feedback and ideas/suggestions for next year. \nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend. We’re an inclusive group that learns from each other\, and birders of all skill levels are welcome! \nBring your binoculars* and camera/phone. Carry water and an energy snack. Dress in layers and wear sturdy hiking footwear\, water resistant and with ice cleats as required by the season. Some trails are on rough terrain. Distances vary\, but may be up to 5 kms. Let Chris know if you have any potential medical issues. \n*RDRN have two birding binoculars that can be borrowed (first come\, first served) by new participants. Binoculars courtesy of a City of Red Deer Community Better ParticipACTION grant.
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/bird-focus-group-walk-170/
LOCATION:Gaetz Lakes Migratory Bird Sanctuary\, gaetz lake mirgratory bird sanctuary\, red deer\, alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bird Focus Group,Saturday Birding
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Olsen":MAILTO:olsencdel@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241207T130000
DTSTAMP:20260520T234706
CREATED:20241104T013902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T013902Z
UID:13620-1733565600-1733576400@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Bird Focus Group Walk
DESCRIPTION:Red Deer River Naturalists Bird Focus Group Walk \nLocation: River Bend Golf & Recreation Area – Perimeter Trail \nMeet: In the main parking lot \nWhen: December 7\, 2024 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Maybe longer. \nHost: Chris Olsen \nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend. We’re an inclusive group that learns from each other\, and birders of all skill levels are welcome! \nBring your binoculars* and camera/phone. Carry water and an energy snack. Dress in layers and wear sturdy hiking footwear\, water resistant and with ice cleats as required by the season. Some trails are on rough terrain. Distances vary\, but may be up to 5 kms. Let Chris know if you have any potential medical issues. \n*RDRN have two birding binoculars that can be borrowed (first come\, first served) by new participants. Binoculars courtesy of a City of Red Deer Community Better ParticipACTION grant.
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/bird-focus-group-walk-169/
LOCATION:River Bend Golf and Recreation Area\, 3800 River Bend Drive\, Red Deeer\, Alberta\, T4P 0Y4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bird Focus Group,Saturday Birding
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Olsen":MAILTO:olsencdel@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241130T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241130T130000
DTSTAMP:20260520T234706
CREATED:20241104T013257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T013257Z
UID:13617-1732960800-1732971600@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Bird Focus Group Walk
DESCRIPTION:Red Deer River Naturalists Bird Focus Group Walk \nLocation: McKenzie Trails Recreation Area \nMeet: In the main parking lot near the shelter \nWhen: November 30\, 2024 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. \nHost: Chris Olsen \nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend. We’re an inclusive group that learns from each other\, and birders of all skill levels are welcome! \nBring your binoculars* and camera/phone. Carry water and an energy snack. Dress in layers and wear sturdy hiking footwear\, water resistant and with ice cleats as required by the season. Some trails are on rough terrain. Distances vary\, but may be up to 5 kms. Let Chris know if you have any potential medical issues. \n*RDRN have two birding binoculars that can be borrowed (first come\, first served) by new participants. Binoculars courtesy of a City of Red Deer Community Better ParticipACTION grant.
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/bird-focus-group-walk-168/
LOCATION:McKenzie Trails\, McKenzie Trails Red Deer\, Red Deer\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bird Focus Group,Saturday Birding
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Olsen":MAILTO:olsencdel@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241128T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241128T210000
DTSTAMP:20260520T234706
CREATED:20241104T015740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T015740Z
UID:13626-1732820400-1732827600@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Monthly Meeting Speaker Series
DESCRIPTION:You are all invited to the RDRN November Monthly Meeting Speaker Series \nSpeaker: Sandra MacDougall \nTopic: Recolonizing Black Bears in the Beaver Hills Biosphere \nWhen: November 28\, 2024 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. \nWhere: Held at the Kerry Wood Nature Centre\, 6300 45 Ave\, Red Deer\, AB T4N 3M4\, in the Theatre room. \nOver the past several years\, the black bear population has been steadily increasing in Elk Island National Park and the surrounding Beaver Hills Biosphere. Bears were once a common resident of the area and are now returning to their previously occupied landscapes which are now highly modified. Sandra will summarize her study about the feeding ecology of this bear population and will offer considerations for human-wildlife coexistence. \nSandra MacDougall has been a biology instructor at Red Deer Polytechnic since 1995. She worked on grizzly and black bear populations in Canada’s north for over two decades\, conducted a three-year grizzly bear food habit\, habitat use and human-bear interactions research study in Nahanni National Park Reserve\, and has collaborated with Parks Canada and the US National Parks Service to conduct field hazard assessments and analyze human-bear conflicts in other northern parks. \nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend.
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/monthly-meeting-speaker-series-7/
LOCATION:Kerry Wood Nature Centre\, 6300 45 Avenue\, Red Deer\, AB\, T4N 3M4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Speaker of the Month
ORGANIZER;CN="Red Deer River Naturalists":MAILTO:rdrn.nature@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241123T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241123T130000
DTSTAMP:20260520T234706
CREATED:20240902T215147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240902T215147Z
UID:13408-1732356000-1732366800@rdrn.ca
SUMMARY:Bird Focus Group Walk
DESCRIPTION:Red Deer River Naturalists Bird Focus Group Walk \nLocation: Bower Woods \nMeet: In the green space across from 37 Selkirk Boulevard \nWhen: November 23\, 2024 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. \nHost: Chris Olsen \nAll are welcome\, you do not have to be a RDRN member to attend. We’re an inclusive group that learns from each other\, and birders of all skill levels are welcome! \nBring your binoculars* and camera/phone. Carry water and an energy snack. Dress in layers and wear sturdy hiking footwear\, water resistant and with ice cleats as required by the season. Some trails are on rough terrain. Distances vary\, but may be up to 5 kms. Let Chris know if you have any potential medical issues. \n*RDRN have two birding binoculars that can be borrowed (first come\, first served) by new participants. Binoculars courtesy of a City of Red Deer Community Better ParticipACTION grant. \nBower Woods
URL:https://rdrn.ca/event/bird-focus-group-walk-167/
LOCATION:Bower Woods\, Selkirk Boulevard\, Red Deer\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bird Focus Group,Saturday Birding
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Olsen":MAILTO:olsencdel@gmail.com
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