My Wild Alberta Newsletter - Issue 6

Issue 6
G O
W I L D
IN THIS ISSUE
Ice Fishing for Lake Whitefish
Recovering endangered
species and enhancing
wildlife habitat benefits
hunters, anglers and
all Albertans
Safety and Hunting - Do
they go together?
Conservation Site Getaway
NW102 Pouce Coupe River
Winter Range
Let’s Go Outside
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A T
February 2010
W W W . M Y W I L D A L B E R T A . C O M
ICE FISHING FOR LAKE WHITEFISH
Ice fishing for Lake Whitefish usually hits high gear in
January on Alberta’s lakes, once the ice thickens and
they fin their way between holding water offshore
and shallow bays where they search out feed.
Lake Whitefish are members of the Trout Family –
Salmonidae, and the Coregoninae Subfamily which
includes other species such as Cisco, mountain
whitefish, pygmy and round whitefish. They are
fall spawners and in some lakes, spawning occurs
right up until freeze-up, after which they go on a
bit of a feeding frenzy to recover from the rigors of
spawning. Consequently, the bite can be red-hot in
early January but it never really stops during the rest
of the winter, and actually picks up again just prior
to break-up.
Some of the more popular ice fishing destinations
for Lake Whitefish in southern Alberta are actually
off stream irrigation reservoirs such as Lake
Newell, Lake McGregor, Milk River Ridge Reservoir,
Stafford Reservoir, Travers Reservoir and Upper
Chin Reservoir. Gull Lake, Pigeon Lake and Sylvan
Lake are hotspots west and northwest of Red Deer.
Wabamun Lake, west of Edmonton, used to be
very popular for ice fishing but currently has a zero
limit on Lake Whitefish. Other lakes near Edmonton
such as Lac La Nonne and Lac Ste Anne are go-to
destinations, as well as many lakes in Lakeland
County near Lac La Biche.
Written by: Duane Radford
Be sure to check the Alberta Guide to Sportfishing
Regulations regarding open and closed season
dates and catch limits when ice fishing. While some
lakes are open all year, spring closures are in effect
on many lakes which vary throughout Alberta, and
some lakes are subject to fall closures, for example
Gull Lake. Generally, the limit on Lake Whitefish is 10,
but there are exceptions, such as Gull and Sylvan
lakes which have a limit of five Lake Whitefish.
Ice fishing for Lake Whitefish has
been a popular activity for decades
and remains so to this day.
It’s not unusual for Lake Whitefish anglers to be
huddled in ice fishing tents, ready and set for
action before sunrise because typically the bite is
best during the wane hours of daylight. They’re
bottom feeders and the trick is to entice them into
taking lures that imitate bottom-dwelling larvae
and freshwater shrimp. Wire Worm jigs that imitate
Chironomid larvae (bloodworms) which inhabit
bottom sediments, and tiny jigs that imitate shrimp
(i.e., a yellow or orange acetate wire worn), fished
near the bottom are the ticket to catch Lake
Whitefish. However, bead head nymphs such as the
Prince Nymph and Pheasant Tail will also work. The
Wire Worm jig (sizes 4 to 8) comes in many varieties
and colours, the simplest featuring brass wire
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Photo by: Duane Radford
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Alberta’s first
Game Guardian,
Benjamin Lawton,
was appointed in 1907
because of concern
over the plummeting
pronghorn population.
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Recovering endangered species and enhancing
wildlife habitat benefits hunters, anglers and all
Albertans
Written By Shannon Frank, MULTISAR Extension Coordinator
As our society grows more and more urbanized,
hunters and anglers are perhaps one of the groups
that are most aware of how animals are faring
in the wild, along with the landowners who have
farmed and ranched the same land for generations.
Hunters and anglers will recall in 1996 when sage
grouse were no longer allowed to be hunted or
how restrictions were put on Lake Sturgeon when
they started declining. Consumptive uses are
usually restricted immediately when populations are
showing signs of decline. Although consumptive
users are usually not the ultimate cause of the
decline, they can be readily managed and have
an immediate impact. Habitat loss or degradation
from development, cultivation and industrial activity
are among the main reasons species of plants and
animals become at risk of disappearing. Some
species are just naturally rare in our province and
could be wiped out by an extraordinary climatic
event or careless management.
Pronghorn have experienced the full gamut of
population levels. They are probably the best
known example of a hunted species becoming at
risk of disappearing and then recovering to become
hunted again. In 1900, there were around 10,000
animals, but by 1907, only 1,000 were left, mostly
because of a string of several harsh winters and
overhunting. Thousands of pronghorn can die in
one bad winter. The pronghorn collapse prompted
the appointment of Alberta’s first Game Guardian,
Benjamin Lawton. Lawton formed game reserves
at Nemiskam, Foremost and Lake Newell with
support from famous author and conservationist
Ernest Thompson Seton. By limiting hunting and
protecting prime habitat, the pronghorn population
slowly recovered and now sits at approximately
23,000 animals in Alberta alone. Hunting this
unique antelope can once again be enjoyed by
Albertans, but the population is still monitored
and managed carefully.
The prairies offer many unique hunting and angling
opportunities, but some have had to be restricted
or stopped completely because of ailing animal
populations. There are 26 animals and plants
designated as “At Risk” under the General Status
of Alberta Wild Species, and 298 listed as “May Be
at Risk”, 75 per cent of which live on the prairies.
These animals depend on grasslands for food,
water, shelter and space, but only about 34 per
cent of native grasslands still remain in a relatively
natural state in our province – a far cry from the
endless plains that once stretched from Manitoba
to the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains. The
only hope for these species at risk is to keep the
remaining natural lands in a healthy ecological state
to ensure they keep providing habitat as well as
other ecosystem services like water filtration, carbon
storage and nutrient cycling.
There are 21 animals and 5 plants listed as ‘at risk’ in Alberta. The
‘endangered’ Greater Sage Grouse is one of them.
Photo by: Gordon Court
Careful management of native habitats and
encouraging their preservation are the key
features of MULTISAR (multiple species at risk), a
unique program based on partnerships between
landowners, Alberta Conservation Association,
Alberta Prairie Conservation Forum and Alberta
Sustainable Resource Development. MULTISAR
has been partnering with ranchers since 2002 to
maintain and enhance their rangelands for wildlife.
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SAFETY AND HUNTING - DO THEY GO TOGETHER?
Every time there is a high-profile poaching story,
the immediate question asked by the media is
“How safe IS hunting?” According to the National
Shooting Sport Foundation (NSSF) research and
information services 2009 Industry Intelligence
Report, hunting is one of the safest recreational
activities in North America. Compared to other
recreational pursuits, hunting and bowhunting are
reasonably low-risk activities. It might surprise you
to learn that there are much higher risk activities.
Recreational Activities With The Highest
Injury Rates:
• baseball
• martial arts
• softball
• mountain biking
• basketball
• mountain climbing
• bicycle riding
• skateboarding
• billiards
• snowboarding
• bowling
• soccer
• boxing
• swimming
• cheerleading
• tennis
• fishing
• volleyball
• football
• water skiing
• golf
• weight lifting
• ice hockey
• wrestling
Recently, the National Safety Council (NSC)
released statistics demonstrating that accidental
firearms fatalities continue to remain at the lowest
levels since the NSC began record keeping. The
NSSF reports that firearm-related fatalities in
North America have been decreasing consistently
since record keeping began in 1903, and have
declined considerably during the last 20 years. In
fact, over the last decade, fatalities have dropped
40 per cent from 1,225 in 1995 to 730 in 2005.
Accidental fatality rates involving firearms are at
the lowest levels in history with 0.3 fatalities per
100,000 people. Over the past 10 years, the rate
The rate of firearms
accidents is substantially
lower than the rate of
motor vehicle accidents.
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per 100,000 has dropped 25 per cent, and since
the beginning of record keeping in 1903, it has
dropped 90 per cent (NSSF, 2009). Firearms are
involved in less than 1.2 per cent of accidental
fatalities among children. These statistics are from
a variety of occurrences, and hunting accidents are
likely only a very small percentage of all accidental
firearm fatalities.
The rate of firearms accidents is substantially lower
than the rate of motor vehicle accidents, which are
the leading cause of accidental fatalities (NSSF,
2009). There were key findings stating that you are
less likely to be injured by a firearm than you are by
a motor vehicle, poison, falls, choking, drowning,
fires, flames and smoke, mechanical suffocation,
natural heat and cold, or being struck by or against
an object. The NSSF reports that in 2007, less
than one per cent of unintentional fatalities within
the home involved firearms; accidental fatalities
involved poisoning, falls, fires/burns, choking,
drowning, mechanical suffocation, and natural
heat/cold more often.
Closer to home, Alberta Sustainable Resource
Development, has done a great job of collecting
incident-related data. This is not an easy task
because over time, hunting accidents have not
been reported consistently within Alberta. However,
a concerted effort has been made by the Fish and
Wildlife Division in the past three years to gather
this information and make official records of the
hunting accidents that they become aware of. In
creating these records, it is necessary to screen out
those incidents that do not involve actual hunting
activity, such as those involving vandalism or
intentional assault.
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Totaling more than 4,800
acres (1,943 hectares), the
Pouce Coupe River winter
range is approximately
78 times larger than West
Edmonton Mall.
CONSERVATION SITE GETAWAY
NW102 POUCE COUPE RIVER WINTER RANGE
The Pouce Coupe River winter range lies tucked
up in northwestern Alberta making it an outdoor
enthusiast’s dream. Located approximately
75 kilometres west of Spirit River near the
Alberta/British Columbia border, this Alberta
Conservation Association (ACA) Conservation Site
has something for just about everybody who is
interested in the wildlife, natural areas, geology and
recreational opportunities of northwestern Alberta.
The Pouce Coupe River and surrounding area
gets its name from a Beaver Indian Chief named
Pouscapee. Originating in Alberta, the river flows
into British Columbia and then back north into
Alberta’s Peace River. The river’s deep, green
valley reaches depths of up to 220 metres (722
feet) and creates a multitude of natural areas, from
lush boreal forest to open native grasslands, all of
which provide habitat for a wide variety of plant
and animal species.
As the name suggests, the Pouce Coupe River
winter range is an important overwintering area
for ungulates such as elk, moose, white-tailed
and mule deer. It provides the important mixture
of forest cover and open meadows vital for winter
survival. Collectors of shed antlers have ample
opportunities to find large specimens, due to the
remoteness of the site and the high numbers of
ungulates that overwinter here.
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Naturalists and hikers who venture into this area
also won’t be disappointed. Native grassland
plant and animal species that have disappeared
over much of their former Alberta range are still
abundant here. Sun-loving prickly pear cactus,
sharp-tailed grouse and the familiar crocus are just
a few of the species found in the open, dry, southfacing grasslands. Ruffed grouse can be heard
drumming throughout the spring. In the fall, they
are commonly found roosting in trees or crouching
on the ground along game trails and open areas.
For those who venture into the dense mixed wood
forests, the opportunities for wildlife viewing
continue, as berry-browsing black bears, herds
of elk and twig-munching moose are abundant.
While the spectacular Pouce Coupe River valley
provides many photo opportunities at its many
vistas, those that explore the bottom of the valley
and the river will also be in for a treat. Camping
sites are located beside the clear, cool waters of the
river. For the angler, pike, walleye and other native
sport fish can be caught in the river’s deeper pools.
Seasonal flows allow for canoeing, and there is no
better way to experience the spectacular scenery
and wildlife.
Photo by: Alberta Conservation Association
The Pouce Coupe River valley slices through
millennia of geologic history. Rock hounds will
appreciate the wide variety of stones and unusual
rocks that can be found in the valley and along the
riverbed. Mastodon tusks have been found here.
Ammonite fossils harvested from the geological
formations opened in the canyon can be found
in the Dawson Creek Northern Alberta Railways
Park museum. However, private collecting is
discouraged and any fossils found should be
enjoyed but left on-site.
The fall turns the Pouce Coupe River winter range
from its lush green to glorious yellow, orange and
red. The cool, crisp air is pierced by the bugling of
elk and the short deep grunts of moose. For the
hunting enthusiast, this area provides challenging
terrain and unequalled harvesting opportunities.
Due to the steepness of the valley, few motorized
access trails have been developed. The area
has become a haven for ungulates and other
game. The surrounding rich agricultural areas, in
conjunction with the diverse natural areas of the
valley have produced abundant numbers of mule
deer and trophy bucks.
Whether you visit the Pouce Coupe River winter
range for solitude, camping, hiking, photo
opportunities, hunting or fishing, this area’s diversity
for recreational opportunities is unequalled.
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Ice Fishing for Lake Whitefish
Continued from page 1
wrapped around the shank of a hook, with various
colours of wire as options
Please make certain there’s enough ice to walk or
drive on and check ice thickness carefully before
venturing on to a lake in the winter. For new, clear
ice general guidelines are as follows:
• 2” or less - STAY OFF
• 4” - Ice fishing or other activities on foot
• 5” - Snowmobile or ATV
• 8” - 12” - Car or small pickup
• 12” - 15” - Medium truck
Beware of ice near inlet and outlet streams which
can be thin because of underwater currents. Drive
slowly; don’t follow closely behind another vehicle
because there will be an underwater wave created
in front of a vehicle which can cause a crack to
form if overtaken.
I usually fish just offshore and start by drilling a
series of a half dozen holes in a line about five
to six metres apart. An eight-inch power auger
works best if you’ve got a large number of holes
to drill, but you can get by with a hand auger. An
eight-inch hole is adequate for ice fishing for Lake
Whitefish and will accommodate even the largest
lake whitefish, most of which will be in the two
to three pound range. “Jumbo” lake whitefish,
greater than four pounds, are quite rare. Use an
ice scoop to clear the hole of ice particles. For
unknown reasons, not all holes are producers,
and some will be much better than others. I’ll start
by fishing the hole closest to shore and then work
my way out into the main body of the lake. I only
fish each hole for 10 to 15 minutes; then I move
on if there’s little or no action, until I find a good
spot. Shift your location if you’re not seeing any
Lake Whitefish. There are days when shallows are
not productive, and you’ll have to move out into
water five to 10 metres deep, especially in late
winter and early spring.
I use braided line when ice fishing because it
has virtually zero line memory, unlike ordinary
monofilament line which can curl and delay hook
sets. There are many new ice lines on today’s
market, however, which are just about as good as
braided lines.
While I prefer using an ice fishing rod and reel,
many ice fishermen simply use a wooden slat
wrapped with fishing line and get by quite nicely.
Ice rods are short and stout, just what you need
in the confined space of an ice tent. Suspend
your lure near the lake bottom and slowly raise
and lower the jig. I’d suggest starting with a wire
worm, either wrapped in brass or red wire. It’s very
important to keep your focus on the lure because
Lake Whitefish will cruise the water column,
usually near the bottom, in search of something to
eat – when they spot the jig they’ll come over to
investigate, and if they’re hungry will swallow the
lure, at which time you must set the hook before
they spit it out! When hooked, Lake Whitefish tend
to dart back and forth under water. It’s important to
keep a tight line; otherwise they’ll throw the hook.
When the fish is brought under control, reel it in
slowly and in one fell swoop, lift it out of the ice
fishing hole. I save some of the ice chips to keep
the fish fresh by packing them belly side down until
I’m ready to head for home.
Ice fishing for Lake Whitefish has been a popular
activity for decades and remains so to this day. In
2005, the last year a survey of recreational fishing
in Alberta was undertaken, Alberta anglers reported
catching 149,658 Lake Whitefish and keeping
78,400. Most of the pressure occurred on lakes
in the Parkland-Prairie Fish Management Zone,
followed by the Northern Boreal Zone and lastly the
Eastern Slopes. Most of the lakes in Alberta’s North
Country are receiving light fishing pressure, and
my guess is there are lots of Lake Whitefish for the
taking in this part of the province.
Photo by: Duane Radford
Until the late winter when the sun is giving off
some warmth, it’s a good idea to use an ice
fishing tent because wind chill is an issue on most
lakes in Alberta. Dress for the weather and play it
safe at all times.
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MY WILD ALBERTA
STAKEHOLDERS
LET’S GO OUTSIDE
By: Amy Carter
Alberta Conservation
Association
Alberta Fish & Game
Association
Alberta Hunter Education
Instructors’ Association
Alberta Outdoorsmen
Alberta Professional
Outfitters Society
Alberta Trappers’
Association
Ducks Unlimited Canada
Hunting for Tomorrow
Trout Unlimited Canada
Wild Sheep
Foundation Alberta
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Have you seen us on television lately, or want
additional updated information about hunting and
fishing in Alberta? These television clips are still
accessible via our website. Visit the Hunting For
Tomorrow website at www.huntingfortomorrow.com
to view the “Let’s Go Outdoors” vignettes, Hunting
For Tomorrow fact sheets, assorted articles,
upcoming events and other useful information.
View these video clips:
Hunting For Tomorrow
One of the best ways to experience the outdoors
is through recreational activities — especially
hunting. Hunting is one of the safest recreational
activities in Alberta. To prepare hunters for the
outdoors, they must take a Hunter Education
course and safety training courses for firearms and
archery components. Hunting also plays a vital
role in maintaining healthy wildlife populations.
Provincial Hunting Day
September 26 is Provincial Hunting Day in
Alberta. This day represents an opportunity to
reconnect with family and friends or introduce
someone to wildlife and wild places. Take time
to give back by sharing the ethical and moral
standards necessary for hunters with youth and
first-time hunters and celebrate Alberta’s rich
hunting heritage.
Ministers Special Licence Program
The Minister’s Special Licence draw was created
by the province 14 years ago to support wildlife
conservation programs. Since then, the program
has raised $5.5 million, which has been reinvested
into community projects benefiting wildlife and
habitats and securing land in Alberta. The
Minister’s Special Licence extends hunting
seasons for each of the included species and
continues the tradition of hunters contributing
to meaningful conservation programs. More
information about the program and grants is also
available on the Hunting for Tomorrow website.
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Economic Impact of Hunting
and Fishing in Alberta
Hunting and angling bring many benefits to the
province, but economic impact of these activities
is often overlooked. A recent study showed that
within Alberta alone, hunting and angling generate
over $300 million per year, and 3,500 jobs can
be directly attributed to the hunting and fishing
community. These activities also stimulate rural
communities and present the opportunity to spend
time outdoors with family and friends.
Women’s Outdoor Program
For 16 years, the Alberta Hunter Education
Instructors’ Association (AHEIA) has hosted the
Outdoor Women’s Program. Over 200 women gather
for five days to tackle various outdoor skills, either
as an introduction to the outdoors or to expand
their skills. For more information about this unique
opportunity for women, contact AHEIA or Hunting
For Tomorrow.
Safety and Hunting
Hunter education courses are helping to make
hunting one of the safest recreational activities in
North America. Improved education programs,
increased information, mentorship programs and
good sportsman practices all make it safer than
ever to be in the field.
Check back for new vignettes, which are produced
monthly. Other current information is added to the
website regularly. Visit www.huntingfortomorrow.com,
a valuable tool for outdoor enthusiasts in Alberta or
contact us at:
Kelly Semple, Executive Director
Hunting For Tomorrow
#87, 4003 - 98th Street, Edmonton, Alberta T6E 6M8
Phone: 780.462.2444 Fax: 780.431.2871
E-mail: [email protected]
www.huntingfortomorrow.com
Safety and Hunting – Do they go together?
Continued from page 3
For the period March 20, 2007 to November 30,
2008 in Alberta, there were 13 incidents:
•
Three of these incidents were caused by projectiles and resulted in the deaths of three individuals (one was a lack of muzzle control, one an accidental discharge, one a case of not safely identifying the shooting target).
•
One incident resulted in the death of one individual (a hunter died when he became disoriented after leaving his obstructed ATV and succumbed to hypothermia).
•
Two incidents, caused by projectiles, resulted in the injury of three individuals (all three hunters were injured due to a lack of safely identifying the shooting target).
•
Two incidents resulted in property damage (one included damage to a vehicle, the other damage to a building; cause could not be determined for either incident, but both involved projectiles).
• Five incidents resulted in the injury or death of domestic animals.
Summary of Hunting Incidents
April 1, 2005 to November 30, 2008
Incident Type
# of
Individuals
Affected
Date
Domestic
Animal Death
3
2007-2008
Domestic
Animal Injury
2
2007-2008
Fatality
9
2005-2006
Injury
8
2005-2006
Property
Damage
8
2005-2006
In examining these incidents, some common
themes prevail. One includes carelessness in
handling a firearm or bow and arrow, and knowing
your target and what lies beyond it. The other
involves breaking the law by carrying a loaded
firearm in a vehicle. These are errors in judgement,
and in all cases the individuals involved should
have known better.
As we continue to teach people about hunting and
the uses of various types of equipment including
firearms, archery equipment, tree stands, ATV’s and
horses, our focus needs to always be “safety first.”
There will be accidents each year; however, our
objective is to decrease the number of incidents/
accidents on a continual basis. Using a firearm in
a safe and responsible manner is something to be
proud of and firearms safety programs have been
successful in reducing the number of accidental
firearm-related fatalities and injuries. It is a good
idea to always keep AHEIA’s general firearms safety
rules in mind:
HUNTING FOR
TOMORROW
#87, 4003-98th Street
Edmonton, AB T6E 6M8
Phone: 780.462.2444
Fax: 780.431.2871
www.huntingfortomorrow.com
1. Always keep the muzzle pointed in a
safe direction.
2. Firearms should be unloaded when not actually in use.
3. Don’t rely on the gun’s “mechanism”.
4. Be sure of your target and what lies beyond it.
5. Use correct ammunition.
6. If your gun fails to fire when the trigger is pulled, handle with care!
7. Always wear eye and ear protection
when shooting.
8. Be sure the barrel is clear of obstructions before shooting.
9. Do not alter or modify your gun, and have guns serviced regularly.
0. Learn the mechanical and handling 1
characteristics of the firearm you are using.
Remember to “Think! Your Trigger Can’t!”
If you are interested in more information about
hunting programs and what various organizations
are doing to promote hunting opportunities in
Alberta, please contact Hunting For Tomorrow.
Your involvement and support in this regard is
certainly appreciated.
Kelly Semple, Executive Director
Hunting For Tomorrow
# 87, 4003 - 98th Street, Edmonton,
Alberta T6E 6M8
Phone: 780.462.2444 Fax: 780.431.2871
E-mail: [email protected]
www.huntingfortomorrow.com
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Recovering endangered species and enhancing wildlife habitat benefits
hunters, anglers and all Albertans
Continued from page 2
Sound management by ranchers and their love
for the land is the reason Alberta still has sizeable
expanses of grasslands left that support an
abundance of prairie wildlife. MULTISAR partners
have completed many land stewardship projects
such as replacing page wire fencing with wildlife
friendly fencing, reseeding marginal cropland
back to native grasses, constructing artificial
hawk nests on poles and developing management
plans to improve range health and sustainability.
Anglers and hunters are exposed to the ups
and downs of animal populations and have
experienced bans and restrictions on their
activities as a result. The pronghorn is a dramatic
example of how management decisions can
impact an animal population and ensure its
survival so that future generations can enjoy
hunting it. The decisions made in 1907 kept
pronghorn in Alberta’s future and are the reason
this unique animal has recovered. Plants and
animals currently at risk face much more
complicated problems. In the end, it is how
Photo by: Gordon Court
we value their presence and how we manage
the land that will decide their fate. Working in
partnership to maintain and enhance native prairie
habitats has been highly praised by landowners,
and MULTISAR hopes that this mutually beneficial
relationship will continue to grow to ensure that
many more generations of Albertans can enjoy
their outdoor pursuits with the same diversity of
plants and animals that exists today.
Conservation Site Getaway – NW102 Pouce Coupe River Winter Range
Continued from page 4
Before you plan your next outdoor adventure, visit ACA’s website at
www.ab-conservation.com and click Conservation Sites where you
can locate each site using Google Maps, read property profiles and
download driving directions. Copies of the 2009/2010 Discover
Alberta’s Wild Side – Guide to Outdoor Adventure are available at
most retail outlets that sell hunting and fishing licenses or contact
us toll free at 1-877-969-9091.
Photo by: Duane Radford
CONTACT US
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Development, on behalf of our stakeholders.
If you have questions or comments about our newsletter or website,
contact the Sustainable Resource Development Information Centre:
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