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Tag: Conservation

European Buckthorn is a Pretty, But Invasive, Species

Posted on October 15, 2021 by admin
European Buckthorn is a Pretty, But Invasive, Species

Invasive species on the Prairies take a number of forms, including insects, animals, and plant life. And each one of…

Posted in Blog, Quick LinksTagged Conservation, Cranberry Flats, European Buckthorn, Invasive Species, meewasin, Meewasin Valley
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The Diefenbaker Canada Centre Beaver Pond is a Happening Spot for Wildlife

Posted on October 8, 2021 by admin
The Diefenbaker Canada Centre Beaver Pond is a Happening Spot for Wildlife

There are places throughout the Meewasin Valley that are prime destinations to do some wildlife spotting. Beaver Creek Conservation Area…

Posted in Blog, Quick LinksTagged Beaver, Conservation, Devil's Dip, meewasin, Meewasin Trail, Meewasin Valley, Migration, Mink, Muskrat, Porcupine, saskatoon, University of Saskatchewan, USask, wildlife
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Experience Fall at Beaver Creek Conservation Area

Posted on October 1, 2021 by admin
Experience Fall at Beaver Creek Conservation Area

Migratory birds, hungry chickadees, and turning leaves make September one of the most magical times to visit Beaver Creek. With…

Posted in Blog, Quick LinksTagged beaver creek, Conservation, conservation area, COVID-19, meewasin, Meewasin Valley, safety
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Sandhill Cranes, Great Blue Herons, and Even Whooping Cranes Stop by Beaver Creek

Posted on September 24, 2021 by admin
Sandhill Cranes, Great Blue Herons, and Even Whooping Cranes Stop by Beaver Creek

Fall migration is a marvelous time to be a birder. Numerous species that aren’t normally hanging around Saskatoon and area…

Posted in Blog, Quick LinksTagged beaver creek, birds, Conservation, Fall, Great Blue Herons, meewasin, Meewasin Valley, Migration, Sandhill Cranes, South Saskatchewan River, Whooping Cranes
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The Prescribed Fire Exchange Continues to Grow!

Posted on September 10, 2021 by admin
The Prescribed Fire Exchange Continues to Grow!

Years of fire suppression leave the Prairies in a fire deficit, resulting in uncontrollable fuel buildups, intense and widespread fires,…

Posted in Blog, Quick LinksTagged Association of Manitoba Community Pastures, beaver creek, Canadian Prairies Prescribed Fire Exchange, Conservation, grasslands, meewasin, Nature, northeast swale, Prescribed Fires
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Meewasin Announces the Valley-Wide Monitoring Framework

Posted on September 3, 2021 by admin
Meewasin Announces the Valley-Wide Monitoring Framework

Maintaining the Meewasin Valley is a full-time job for a lot of people. Managing the resources of the Valley sometimes…

Posted in Blog, Quick LinksTagged Conservation, Long-Term Plan, meewasin, Meewasin Valley, saskatoon, volunteer, Volunteering
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Build Your Own Birdhouse for Your Backyard Birding Hobby

Posted on March 3, 2021 by admin
Build Your Own Birdhouse for Your Backyard Birding Hobby

Throughout 2020 and 2021, social distancing considerably limited our options for entertainment and hobbies. Sheltering-in-place has definitely expanded our appreciation…

Posted in Blog, Quick LinksTagged Bird Watching, Birding, birds, Conservation, Nature
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Tree Wrapping for a Dam Good Cause

Posted on October 27, 2020 by admin
Tree Wrapping for a Dam Good Cause

Meewasin exists to ensure a healthy and vibrant river valley, with a balance between human use and conservation. A prime…

Posted in BlogTagged Beavers, Conservation, Tree Wrapping, Trees
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