Be a Wild Gardener – Working With What Belong Here
As a gardener from a very different climate, I’ve had some notable failures trying to cultivate some old favourites here. But I’ve also had some “aha” moments.
Looking After and Monitoring Our Own Little Patch
But as we watch the March and April snow come down, we can still contemplate the different elements we enjoy around our homes later in the year. I’m definitely thinking about how my yard can provide what I want, while impacting the local wildlife as little as possible
Where We Live – A Very Precious Resource
Maybe you caught reports before the holidays about the United Nations COP15* in Montreal, which finished on 19th December. The 195 member nations agreed to protect and restore at least 30% of Earth’s land and water by 2030.
Living With Wildlife in Our Alberta Winter
Many of our wild neighbours have disappeared from our lives for a few months, some hibernating, some in a state of “torpor”.
But there are still lots of them around, and unfortunately the ones who stay put can come to be seen as a nuisance in winter.
Lighting Up the Darkest Time of Year
It may be dark, but it can be beautiful at this time of year. We’re privileged that we can enjoy the night sky in a way not many people around the world can.
It’s that time of year again
Have you seen some “Rutting Season” signs around recently? Yes, it’s that time of year again, when the white-tail deer and then – a bit later – the mule deer go into rut. The shorter days trigger this “photo- period”.
Living with our Bear Neighbours
In late August, a black bear sow was euthanized in Bragg Creek, orphaning three cubs. Unfortunately, she’d become habituated to humans and human waste/ food. Bragg Creek Wild believes there’s much we can do to prevent this happening in future, and promote co-existence with bears.
A New Milestone for Bragg Creek Wild!
In mid-August this year we became officially incorporated as a not-for-profit Society with a clear mission and structure. We’ve structured our grassroots organization to be simple, nimble and effective.
Bragg Creek Wild goes to Council
This spring we received an invitation to present our group and our work to Rocky View Council, and spread the message further.
Banded Peak Art Walk and Auction
Local artists and students express their love for nature with an art walk on Highway 22 and a Silent Auction.