Some field notes from the Redwater River Natural Area in Alberta. An illegal shooting range yielded 175 spent shell casings and concerns about lead contamination from the range.
Continue readingGuns, CBC, and Natural Areas – 2024-11-15
3
Author Archives: Phrank Potter
Peaceful Valley PRA – 2024-09-24
You are dying, but it gets worse. You must do it in a hospice bed surrounded by people going the same direction with the sights and smells of an institution. A reprieve is granted by visiting a PRA gifted to the province by a loving brother and sister. For a few hours you enjoy the sun, smell the fall harvest, and listen to life. You are still dying, but not for those few, precious hours.
Continue readingCoyote Lake North-OC
The Coyote Lake ‘North-OC Parcel’ is detailed as not worth visiting due to limited access, lack of facilities, and poor trail maintenance.
Continue readingBY-Red Rock Coulee – 2024-10-16
Red Rock Coulee Natural Area features geological formations called concretions. The site offers beautiful views and walking is easy, making it a worthwhile visit despite the absence of amenities.
Continue readingBY-Milk River NA – 2024-10-15
The Milk River NA runs from the US Border North to nearly TWP 22. Access from the North stops at the river unless you are prepared to cross it. The Milk River, unique to Canada for flowing into the Mississippi basin, provides scenic views but limited access, primarily across private land with no facilities available.
Continue readingCypress Hills & Environ – 2024-October
Cypress Hills Provincial Park in Alberta is a stunning natural area. Its diverse landscapes make it an appealing destination for outdoor enthusiasts and casual visitors alike.
Continue readingBrooks Aqueduct – 2024-10-14
The Brooks Aqueduct, completed 110 years ago by the Canadian Pacific Railway, was a significant engineering achievement, spanning 3.2 km and irrigating local farms for about 60 years.
Continue readingThree Point Creek – 2024-09-21
The Threepoint Creek Natural Area, south of Calgary, has limited disturbances. Accessible paths lead to a beaver dam and the Sheep River, though flooding restricts some routes. The area features braided trails suitable for various outdoor activities but lacks amenities.
Continue readingBragg Creek PNT – 2024-09-21
Bragg Creek Natural Area offers defined trails adjacent to the West Bragg Creek Day Use Area. The trails are affected by heavy use and a beaver dam, causing some flooding. Overall, the area warrants a low rating with an enjoyable drive from Calgary.
Continue readingMagee (South Chain) Lake – 2024-08-24
Magee Lake is a potential destination for paddlers and anglers alike. Worth dropping down and seeing if you are in the neighbourhood.
Continue reading
YEG Ville 