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SUMMARY:Building Better Habitats: Eco-Buffers and Wildlife
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free online webinar focused on ecobuffers and how to succeed planting them. We will also be covering funding available for these types of planting projects. \nThis talk will be led by Mya our Environmental Program Coordinator at AWES. She holds a Bachelor’s of Science in Biological Sciences\, recently graduating from the University of Alberta. Mya is a Biologist in Training with the Alberta Society of Professional Biologists. She has previous experience as an agriculture research assistant working with a variety of pulse crops. Mya also spent time on Vancouver Island studying marine biology during her university career. She has a passion for conservation biology\, specifically relating to climate change and the influence of human activity. \nEventbrite Link below
URL:https://www.awes-ab.ca/event/building-better-habitats-eco-buffers-and-wildlife/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260121T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260121T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T151723
CREATED:20260105T192908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T170250Z
UID:10000214-1769022000-1769025600@www.awes-ab.ca
SUMMARY:Connecting the Dots: Landscape Connectivity Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join us on January 21\, 2026\, at 7:00 p.m. for a webinar led by our Agroforestry Specialist\, Winston Gamache. The session will provide an overview of landscape connectivity\, highlight examples of habitat fragmentation within Alberta\, and discuss the species most affected by these changes. Participants will learn practical ways to support wildlife within managed landscapes. \nThe webinar will conclude with an overview of potential funding opportunities for connectivity-related projects\, followed by a Q&A period. \nRegister through Eventbrite link bel0w
URL:https://www.awes-ab.ca/event/landscape-connectivity-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251210T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251210T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T151723
CREATED:20260105T191616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T191616Z
UID:10000212-1765393200-1765396800@www.awes-ab.ca
SUMMARY:Riparian Restoration Webinar
DESCRIPTION:After a successful workshop in Didsbury\, this past May\, we’re excited to keep the momentum going and provide tools for riparian restoration.\n\n\n\nRiparian areas—where land meets water—are some of the most vibrant parts of the landscape. These zones thrive because nearby water supports a rich mix of trees\, shrubs\, and wildlife. But when vegetation is lost\, waterways can deteriorate\, dry out\, and become difficult to restore. That’s where we can help. \nJoin us on December 10\, 2025\, at 7:00 p.m. for a webinar led by our Agroforestry Specialist\, Winston Gamache. He will walk through a range of planting strategies for riparian and wetland restoration\, with a focus on erosion control and live staking. The session will conclude with an overview of potential funding opportunities for these types of projects\, followed by a Q&A period to explore your riparian planting questions in more depth.
URL:https://www.awes-ab.ca/event/riparian-restoration-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251119T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251119T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T151723
CREATED:20260105T192509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T192718Z
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SUMMARY:Silvopasture Webinar
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with Alberta Agrisystems Living Lab. \nJoin Winston Gamache from the Agroforestry & Woodlot Extension Society (AWES) to learn more about the critical roll trees can play in managing dry conditions across the prairies. \nVideo archived here : Fighting Drought: Silvopasture Solutions — Alberta AgriSystems Living Lab
URL:https://www.awes-ab.ca/event/silvoculture-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250313T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250313T210000
DTSTAMP:20260408T151723
CREATED:20250218T173850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T193115Z
UID:10000205-1741892400-1741899600@www.awes-ab.ca
SUMMARY:Pruning Woody Plants
DESCRIPTION:Pruning is the intentional removal of dead or overgrown stems and branches\, which increases a plant’s overall health and productivity. We want to ensure that landowners are equipped with the best skillsets for pruning\, since trees and shrubs are an essential part of agroforestry\, and their development can take several years to decades to establish. With the spring rapidly approaching\, your plants may be in need of a trim after their winter slumber. \nOn March 13\, 2025\, at 7:00pm\, join our Agroforestry Specialist\, Winston Gamache\, as he walks you through the best times of the year to prune\, the techniques used to ‘trim’ your plants and to answer any remaining questions you may have. Additional information will be provided on how AWES can use the 2 Billion Tree Program to help fund and implement planting projects on your land! \nAccess to the webinar will be provided upon the completion of your registration. Please plan to enter 5-10 minutes before the webinar starts\, in case you experience technical difficulties. \nThe webinar will consist of 60-90 minutes of instructional content\, followed by a question period with the event ending at 9:00pm. \nRegister here: Eventbrite
URL:https://www.awes-ab.ca/event/intro-to-pruning-and-woody-plant-maintenance/
CATEGORIES:Edmonton,Alberta,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250219T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250219T210000
DTSTAMP:20260408T151723
CREATED:20250106T224312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T162232Z
UID:10000202-1739991600-1739998800@www.awes-ab.ca
SUMMARY:Planting Native Trees And Shrubs
DESCRIPTION:It’s that time of year…Spring is coming! As a landowner\, have you ever selected a variety of plant species\, gone through the laborious task of planting them\, watering\, weeding and other general maintenance to ensure their survival? However\, despite your best efforts\, your newly planted seedlings mostly die… So\, what exactly happened? It could be a number of contributing factors such as improper plant species selected for the growing region or it could be due to environmental pressures such as competition from other vegetative species or browse pressure from wildlife. On February 19th\, 2025\, at 7:00PM\, tune into the Land Stewardship Center’s live\, online workshop “Planting Native Trees and Shrubs\,” where our Program Director\, Tomas Sokolon\, is providing direction on how to pick the right species for your land and some common errors to avoid during the planting period.\n\n\nYou will be able to access this online workshop through the link provided to you upon registration. Please plan to enter 5-10 minutes before the workshop starts\, in case you encounter technical difficulties.\nSee link below.
URL:https://www.awes-ab.ca/event/preparation-before-your-start-planting-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250107T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20250107T210000
DTSTAMP:20260408T151723
CREATED:20250106T184009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T184009Z
UID:10000200-1736276400-1736283600@www.awes-ab.ca
SUMMARY:Agroforestry Basics & Cultivation Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Agroforestry can be an effective method to revitalize the soil and improve land productivity\, when your land has become worn down due to repeated exposure to rotational crops or livestock. Agroforestry is a land management practice that integrates trees\, shrubs and other perennial plants with agricultural or livestock systems\, thereby offering numerous environmental and economic benefits. Agroforestry approaches ecosystem health with a holistic viewpoint compared to that of the traditional crop-centric practices. The various types of agroforestry techniques can help improve soil health and water management\, provide erosion control and create microclimate regulation\, as well as increase biodiversity and economic diversification. Join our Agroforestry Specialist\, Winston Gamache\, and Technician\, Teresa Kozakewich\, who will present on the basics and cultivation of agroforestry\, and take questions on January 7\, 2025\, at 7:00pm. Additional information will be provided on how AWES can use the 2 Billion Tree Program to help fund and implement planting projects on your land! \nAccess to the webinar will be provided by link\, upon the completion of your registration. Please plan to enter 5-10 minutes before the webinar starts\, in case you experience technical difficulties. \nThe webinar will consist of 60 to 90 minute instructional content\, followed by a question period with the event ending at 9:00pm.
URL:https://www.awes-ab.ca/event/agroforestry-basics-cultivation-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Edmonton,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241211T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20241211T210000
DTSTAMP:20260408T151723
CREATED:20250106T184527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T184527Z
UID:10000201-1733900400-1733950800@www.awes-ab.ca
SUMMARY:
DESCRIPTION:Summary: Can trees save your property? Shelterbelts may be the answer to your property’s woes. \nAbout this Event: \nShelterbelts are commonly used in agricultural and rural areas to improve land productivity and environmental conditions. A well-planned shelterbelt showcases several rows\, or groupings of trees and shrubs of various growth heights\, planted to protect an area from strong winds\, thereby reducing soil erosion\, providing shelter for crops\, livestock\, and buildings\, as well as reducing snowdrifts on roads. Join AWES and Shelterbelt Specialist\, Blair English\, as we unpack the logistics of implementing this type of natural feature on your land.  Additionally\, learn how the Agroforestry & Woodlot Extension Society can help fund and implement this type of planting project with you! \n  \nYou will be able to access this webinar through the link provided to you upon registration. Please plan to enter 5-10 minutes before the webinar starts\, in case you encounter technical difficulties. \nThe webinar will consist of a 60 to 90-minute instructional portion\, followed by a question period with event ending at 9:00pm.
URL:https://www.awes-ab.ca/event/6237/
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240410T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20240410T203000
DTSTAMP:20260408T151723
CREATED:20240319T175215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T215925Z
UID:10000188-1712775600-1712781000@www.awes-ab.ca
SUMMARY:Online Talk- Intensive Biodiversity Planting
DESCRIPTION:Join AWES and Elizabeth Bekolay the Executive Director of One School One Farm to learn about intensive biodiversity planting and supporting native pollinators. There will be an open question period for discussion so bring your questions about bees and trees! \nPlease follow the link to register on Eventbrite. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/intensive-biodiversity-planting-with-elizabeth-bekolay-tickets-876985807157?aff=oddtdtcreator \n 
URL:https://www.awes-ab.ca/event/online-talk-native-pollinators-elizabeth-bekolay/
CATEGORIES:Saskatchewan,Alberta,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20220127T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20220127T110000
DTSTAMP:20260408T151723
CREATED:20211217T172644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211217T172644Z
UID:10000178-1643277600-1643281200@www.awes-ab.ca
SUMMARY:Agroforestry and Erosion Control
DESCRIPTION:This webinar\, in collaboration with Rural Routes to Climate Solutions\, will be discussing the role of Agroforestry in reducing soil erosion\, with a particular focus on the Alberta landscape.  Join us to learn about how you can incorporate agroforestry into your farming practices to keep your soil where you need it most. \nIf you are an agricultural producer who is tackling or looking to prevent soil erosion on your land\, this webinar is for you. Register on Eventbrite today!
URL:https://www.awes-ab.ca/event/agroforestry-and-erosion-control/
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20211216T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20211216T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T151723
CREATED:20211208T163531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211208T163531Z
UID:10000177-1639681200-1639684800@www.awes-ab.ca
SUMMARY:Partner Meeting: Blindman River Stewardship Committee
DESCRIPTION:Join us to celebrate the restoration work done on the Blindman River over the past few years\, and help us envision the future of the Friends of the Blindman River Stewardship Committee! \nPlease email us at info@awes-ab.ca to be added to the attendee list. A Zoom link will be sent out prior to the event.
URL:https://www.awes-ab.ca/event/partner-meeting-blindman-river-stewardship-committee/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20211214T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20211214T210000
DTSTAMP:20260408T151723
CREATED:20211110T042651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211208T163715Z
UID:10000176-1639508400-1639515600@www.awes-ab.ca
SUMMARY:Shelterbelt & Snow Management
DESCRIPTION:Shelterbelts and ecobuffers can mitigate temperature swings\, capture snow for water retention or to prevent blowing snow on roadways\, provide habitat for pollinators and other wildlife\, and so much more.  But where do you start?  How do you pay for it?  How do you maintain it for the long term? Join us to learn about shelterbelt design basics! \nRegister online through Eventbrite or email info@awes-ab.ca. 
URL:https://www.awes-ab.ca/event/shelterbelt-snow-management/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Alberta,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210501T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210531T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T151723
CREATED:20201202T172759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210326T175954Z
UID:10000159-1619856000-1622480400@www.awes-ab.ca
SUMMARY:*POSTPONED*: 2021 Envirothon!
DESCRIPTION:WHAT IS ENVIROTHON?\nAlberta Envirothon is held yearly in May The Alberta Envirothon is a high school competition where teams compete on their knowledge of environmental science and natural resources through a series of field stations\, written tests and an oral presentation of the team’s solution to a complex environmental issue. One team is crowned provincial champion and is eligible to represent Alberta at the NCF Envirothon (international competition). \n  \nThe competition is centred on four categories and a changing annual theme: \n\nAquatic Ecology\nForestry\nSoils and Land Use\nWildlife\nAnnual themes relate to current issues: water management\, agriculture\, rangeland\, soil and water conservation\, invasive species\, urban forests\, non point source pollution or groundwater protection.\n\n  \nThe purpose of the Alberta Envirothon is to develop knowledgeable\, skilled and\ndedicated citizens who are enabled to solve complex environmental issues\, act\nas stewards of the environment and have a desire to learn more about the environment\nand natural resources management. \n  \nWHY PARTICIPATE?\nStudents will: \n\nexplore the outdoors and take part in hands-on learning\nparticipate in workshops\, learning directly from subject matter experts\nlearn about careers in environmental science and natural resources\nearn up to two high school CTS credits\nenhance teamwork and problem solving skills\npractice public speaking and presentation skills\nearn cash prizes:\n1st place = $1000\n2nd place = $500\n3rd place = $250\n\nTeachers also benefit! Envirothon: \n\nis an effective educational tool that reinforces classroom curriculum and can be connected to a variety of curriculum topics\nconnects classroom learning with hands-on fieldwork\nsets up networking opportunities with like-minded teachers and PD opportunities with environmental professionals\n\nVisit www.albertaenvirothon.org\nfor registration deadlines \nEnvirothon 2021 – Bookmark – Water Management_51x152mm_Final
URL:https://www.awes-ab.ca/event/2021-envirothon/
CATEGORIES:Online,East of Calgary,North of Grande Prairie and Slave Lake,West of Edmonton,East of Edmonton,South of Calgary,West of Hwy 2 between Calgary and Edmonton,East of Hwy 2 between Calgary and Edmonton,Northeast of Edmonton to the Borders,Between Edmonton, Slave Lake, and Grande Prairie,North and West of Grande Prairie and Slave Lake to the Border
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210420T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210420T133000
DTSTAMP:20260408T151723
CREATED:20210420T205729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210420T205902Z
UID:10000169-1618920000-1618925400@www.awes-ab.ca
SUMMARY:Shelterbelt Restoration Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Shelterbelt Restoration Online Workshop. Learn the basics of maintaining your Shelterbelt and Ecobuffer. \nShelterbelts are a common feature across our agricultural landscape. To quickly form a barrier against damaging winds\, these linear plantings are often designed using fast growing but\, short lived species like Poplar. Learn how to work with your aging shelterbelt and continue to enjoy the trees for generations to come. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/shelterbelt-renovation-online-workshop-tickets-151700577511?ref=estw \n 
URL:https://www.awes-ab.ca/event/shelterbelt-restoration-workshop/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210413T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210427T210000
DTSTAMP:20260408T151723
CREATED:20210329T201948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210329T201948Z
UID:10000168-1618336800-1619557200@www.awes-ab.ca
SUMMARY:Riparian Management Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This interactive online course will help farmers\, ranchers\, and other land managers in Alberta make the most of their riparian areas.\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nRiparian areas – those wet areas around water bodies – are often overlooked and underrated. Yet with proper design and management\, they can become the most productive parts of the landscape\, magnets for diverse wildlife\, and moderators of flood and drought cycles. In this interactive online course\, the Agroforestry and Woodlot Extension Society (AWES) and Cows and Fish will help Alberta land owners and managers maximize the potential of their riparian areas to provide diverse benefits for their lands and watersheds. \nCourse Details \nThe course will be implemented over Zoom (links and details provided to participants) in five sessions\, 7-9pm on April 13\, April 15\, April 20\, April 22\, April 2\, 2021. Each session will include a mixture of live presentations\, activities\, and Q&A. \nIn the first couple of sessions\, participants will learn what riparian areas are\, how riparian areas function\, and how this functioning is affected by the health of the riparian area. Participants will then be given tools to assess the health of their own riparian areas\, along with a framework for developing a management plan for it. \nIn the third and fourth sessions\, participants will learn about the range of goods and services healthy riparian areas can provide\, such as water quality\, flood and drought resilience\, biodiversity habitat\, forage\, biomass\, food\, nutrient cycling\, pest suppression\, pollination\, and more. Participants will then learn how management and restoration activities can support these goods and services. Content will be customized according to the interests and backgrounds of participants. \nParticipants will be expected to spend 2-4 hours outside of session time in developing their management plans. In the fifth session\, participants will have the opportunity to share draft versions of these plans. Course facilitators and other participants will provide feedback and advice. \nUpon completion of the course\, alumni can request to receive free consultation services from AWES and Cows and Fish staff over email\, over the phone\, or in person. These services will be provided on a first come first serve basis as long as funds are available. \nCourse Cost and Funding \nThe fee for this course is $20 per household unit. This fee has been greatly reduced\, as the majority of course costs are being covered by a grant from the Watershed Resiliency and Restoration Program (WRRP)\, administered by Alberta Environment and Parks. The primary objective of WRRP is to increase the natural ability of the province’s watersheds to reduce the intensity\, magnitude\, duration and effects of flooding and drought through watershed mitigation measures. Widespread implementation of the riparian restoration and management practices taught in this course has the potential to mitigate flooding and drought throughout the watershed while also providing direct benefits to landowners. \n*Note: This course is only available to individuals or organizations who own or manage land in the province of Alberta. Examples of eligible participants include but are not limited to farmers\, ranchers\, acreage owners\, or the staff of municipalities or land trusts. \n\nRegister via Eventbrite!: \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/riparian-management-workshop-tickets-148667028083
URL:https://www.awes-ab.ca/event/riparian-management-workshop-2/
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210408T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210408T210000
DTSTAMP:20260408T151723
CREATED:20210220T221428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210220T221754Z
UID:10000164-1617908400-1617915600@www.awes-ab.ca
SUMMARY:Shelterbelts & Ecobuffers in Central & Southern Regions
DESCRIPTION:Shelterbelts and Ecobuffers can help to prevent soil erosion\, reduce extreme temperatures\, capture snow for water retention or to prevent blowing snow on roadways\, sequester carbon\, provide habitat for pollinators and other wildlife and so much more. \nJoin AWES\, Wheatland County\, Kneehill County\, Municipal District of Bighorn in a discussion on the importance of shelterbelts & ecobuffers with a focus on Central Alberta and Alberta’s Grasslands. \nRegister at http://bit.ly/3tkvALE
URL:https://www.awes-ab.ca/event/shelterbelts-ecobuffers-in-central-southern-regions/
CATEGORIES:Online,South of Calgary,West of Hwy 2 between Calgary and Edmonton,East of Hwy 2 between Calgary and Edmonton
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210331T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210331T100000
DTSTAMP:20260408T151723
CREATED:20210326T175918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210326T175918Z
UID:10000167-1617184800-1617184800@www.awes-ab.ca
SUMMARY:Pollinator Projects Webinar with Wheatland County
DESCRIPTION:Learn more about \n\nThe value of pollinators and the benefits of establishing pollinator projects\nIdentifying locations for pollinator projects on marginal lands\nForage species selection\, establishment\, management & longevity\nFunding options for pollinator projects\n\nWith speakers \nGrant Lastiwka\, Forage Specialist \nLuke Wonneck\, Agroforestry Project Specialist \nRegister at \nhttp://bit.ly/3tkvALE \nFor information call 403-333-6943 or email Sarah.Schumacher@wheatlandcounty.ca.
URL:https://www.awes-ab.ca/event/pollinator-projects-webinar-with-wheatland-county/
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210323T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210330T180000
DTSTAMP:20260408T151723
CREATED:20210305T185250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210305T185250Z
UID:10000166-1616511600-1617127200@www.awes-ab.ca
SUMMARY:Earthworks for Cold Climate Water Resiliency
DESCRIPTION:Drought and flood are two sides of the same coin; A broken water cycle is the root cause for both. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nJoin Takota Coen from Coen Farm and Rob Avis from Verge Permaculture for an online workshop that will cover earthworks and construction topics. \nYou will learn how to design and implement low-tech\, low-cost\, nature-based earthworks that can build more effective and efficient water cycles on your land. Gain insight on revegetation techniques and traditional uses of native plants. \nThe workshop will take place in three sessions: March 23\, 25\, and 30\, from 3-6PM. \nCost: $30/ person. Students & Maskwacis community members\, please contact AWES for reduced rates. \n  \n\n** Please register on Eventbrite! Link below** \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/earthworks-for-cold-climate-water-resiliency-tickets-144287972209
URL:https://www.awes-ab.ca/event/earthworks-for-cold-climate-water-resiliency-2/
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210305T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210305T210000
DTSTAMP:20260408T151723
CREATED:20210220T220111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210220T220111Z
UID:10000163-1614927600-1614978000@www.awes-ab.ca
SUMMARY:Ecobuffers & Shelterbelts
DESCRIPTION:Shelterbelts and ecobuffers can prevent soil erosion\, mitigate temperature swings\, capture snow for water retention or to prevent blowing snow on roadways\, sequester carbon\, provide habitat for pollinators and other wildlife\, and so much more.  But where do you start?  How do you pay for it?  How do you maintain it for the long term?   \n  \nJoin us for a free webinar series March 1 and 5\, from 7-9 MST.  We’ll cover the basic trunk of knowledge for shelterbelt and ecobuffer design on March 1 and take a deep dive into the roots March 5.  Sign up at https://ecobuffers.eventbrite.ca.
URL:https://www.awes-ab.ca/event/ecobuffers-shelterbelts/2021-03-05/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online,North of Grande Prairie and Slave Lake,Northeast of Edmonton to the Borders,Between Edmonton, Slave Lake, and Grande Prairie,North and West of Grande Prairie and Slave Lake to the Border
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210303T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210303T190000
DTSTAMP:20260408T151723
CREATED:20210220T223046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210301T195626Z
UID:10000165-1614794400-1614798000@www.awes-ab.ca
SUMMARY:Planting for the Future
DESCRIPTION:Join AWES & Sturgeon County in a webinar designed to share best practices for planting shelterbelts on our Alberta Landscape. \nSome of the topics we will cover include: \n\nSite preparation and seedling planting for shelterbelts\nShelterbelt planning\nPlanting eco-buffers as an alternative\nUsing fruit bearing varieties in your shelterbelt\n\nRegister with Sturgeon County. \n 
URL:https://www.awes-ab.ca/event/planting-for-the-future/
CATEGORIES:Online,West of Edmonton,East of Edmonton
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210301T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210301T210000
DTSTAMP:20260408T151723
CREATED:20210220T220111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210220T220111Z
UID:10000162-1614582000-1614632400@www.awes-ab.ca
SUMMARY:Ecobuffers & Shelterbelts
DESCRIPTION:Shelterbelts and ecobuffers can prevent soil erosion\, mitigate temperature swings\, capture snow for water retention or to prevent blowing snow on roadways\, sequester carbon\, provide habitat for pollinators and other wildlife\, and so much more.  But where do you start?  How do you pay for it?  How do you maintain it for the long term?   \n  \nJoin us for a free webinar series March 1 and 5\, from 7-9 MST.  We’ll cover the basic trunk of knowledge for shelterbelt and ecobuffer design on March 1 and take a deep dive into the roots March 5.  Sign up at https://ecobuffers.eventbrite.ca.
URL:https://www.awes-ab.ca/event/ecobuffers-shelterbelts/2021-03-01/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online,North of Grande Prairie and Slave Lake,Northeast of Edmonton to the Borders,Between Edmonton, Slave Lake, and Grande Prairie,North and West of Grande Prairie and Slave Lake to the Border
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210224T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210324T210000
DTSTAMP:20260408T151723
CREATED:20210129T232820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210224T215004Z
UID:10000161-1614193200-1616619600@www.awes-ab.ca
SUMMARY:Event Postponed
DESCRIPTION:This interactive online course will help farmers\, ranchers\, and other land managers in Alberta make the most of their riparian areas. \nEvent Postponed –  Next Offering April 2021\nAbout this Event\nRiparian areas – those wet areas around water bodies – are often overlooked and underrated. Yet with proper design and management\, they can become the most productive parts of the landscape\, magnets for diverse wildlife\, and moderators of flood and drought cycles. In this interactive online course\, the Agroforestry and Woodlot Extension Society (AWES) and Cows and Fish will help Alberta land owners and managers maximize the potential of their riparian areas to provide diverse benefits for their lands and watersheds. \nCourse Details\nThe course will be implemented over Zoom (links and details provided to participants) in five sessions\, 7-9pm on Wednesday from February 24th to March 24th. Each session will include a mixture of live presentations\, activities\, and Q&A. \nIn the first couple of sessions\, participants will learn what riparian areas are\, how riparian areas function\, and how this functioning is affected by the health of the riparian area. Participants will then be given tools to assess the health of their own riparian areas\, along with a framework for developing a management plan for it. \nIn the third and fourth sessions\, participants will learn about the range of goods and services healthy riparian areas can provide\, such as water quality\, flood and drought resilience\, biodiversity habitat\, forage\, biomass\, food\, nutrient cycling\, pest suppression\, pollination\, and more. Participants will then learn how management and restoration activities can support these goods and services. Content will be customized according to the interests and backgrounds of participants. \nParticipants will be expected to spend 2-4 hours outside of session time in developing their management plans. In the fifth session\, participants will have the opportunity to share draft versions of these plans. Course facilitators and other participants will provide feedback and advice. \nUpon completion of the course\, alumni can request to receive free consultation services from AWES and Cows and Fish staff over email\, over the phone\, or in person. These services will be provided on a first come first serve basis as long as funds are available. \nCourse Cost and Funding\nThe fee for this course is $20 per household unit. This fee has been greatly reduced\, as the majority of course costs are being covered by a grant from the Watershed Resiliency and Restoration Program (WRRP)\, administered by Alberta Environment and Parks. The primary objective of WRRP is to increase the natural ability of the province’s watersheds to reduce the intensity\, magnitude\, duration and effects of flooding and drought through watershed mitigation measures. Widespread implementation of the riparian restoration and management practices taught in this course has the potential to mitigate flooding and drought throughout the watershed while also providing direct benefits to landowners. \n*Note: This course is only available to individuals or organizations who own or manage land in the province of Alberta. Examples of eligible participants include but are not limited to farmers\, ranchers\, acreage owners\, or the staff of municipalities or land trusts.
URL:https://www.awes-ab.ca/event/riparian-management-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210202T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210211T190000
DTSTAMP:20260408T151723
CREATED:20210121T223906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210121T224141Z
UID:10000160-1612285200-1613070000@www.awes-ab.ca
SUMMARY:Woodlot Workshop Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:Join the Agroforestry and Woodlot Extension Society (AWES) for a fun and informative four-part virtual series on Woodlot Management!\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nThis four-part webinar series will take place on February 2nd\, 4th\, 9th\, and 11th @ 7:00-9:00PM MST\, via Zoom! \nAt this workshop you will learn: \n\nBest management practices on forested lands\nHow forested lands contribute economically and environmentally\nManagement to maximize ecological and economic value\nMaintenance & restoration leads to healthier woodlots\n\nAWES staff will present this webinar series of Best Management Practices on Forested Land in 4 parts: \n\nFebruary 2nd: Overview\nFebruary 4th: Woodlot Tree Services\nFebruary 9th: Woodlot Assessment\nFebruary 11th: Woodlot Management Plans\n\n***Please register on EventBrite:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/woodlot-management-webinar-series-tickets-137328239461 \nWe can’t wait to see you there! Please contact us at info@awes-ab.ca with any questions or inquiries.
URL:https://www.awes-ab.ca/event/woodlot-workshop-webinar-series/
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20201215T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20201215T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T151723
CREATED:20201202T155714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201207T190008Z
UID:10000158-1608033600-1608037200@www.awes-ab.ca
SUMMARY:Streambank Restoration Project - Video Release
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the \, and learn about our efforts to increase resilience of Alberta’s land! \nWater- while critical to humans and their activities\, its actions can also cause problems\, such as erosion. Water is fluid\, needs room to move so that it can help us by recharging groundwater\, providing habitat and providing drinking water.  \nEvery spring overland flows race towards the stream on Graham Powell’s 3rd generation La Glace farm. He knew he was losing land due to erosion. The stream could not access a floodplain. Restoration was needed and the AgroForestry & Woodlot Extension Society\, Alberta Conservation Association\, the County of Grande Prairie\, Cows and Fish and the Mighty Peace Watershed Alliance joined together with Watershed Artisans and Graham Powell and began to restore the Niobe Creek Watershed. We are excited to share the process with you all! \nOn December 15\, 2020\, you will have the opportunity to learn more about this restoration\, the organizations behind the project\, and their current and future endeavors to increase riparian resilience\, improve and provide wildlife habitats\, reduce flood risk\, and provide sustainable solutions to heal Alberta’s land\, water and the riparian areas in between. \nThere will be a chance to win a $50 doorprize at the end of the session. We look forward to celebrating this project with you!
URL:https://www.awes-ab.ca/event/streambank-restoration-project-video-release/
CATEGORIES:Online
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