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BIG Birding Breakfast
Date: Saturday May 31, 2008 Time: Nets go up at 4:45 a.m. and run till 10:45 (weather dependent). Guided walks to weir throughout the day if there is interest. Swallow nest box banding in afternoon. Location: Beaverhill Bird Observatory Support for this event provided by Alberta Conservation Association.
The Dodds-Roundhill Coal Gasification Project: Background The project will use coal gasification technology to produce a synthesis gas (syngas) for use as a natural gas substitute by upstream oil producers in the in-situ recovery of bitumen and hydrogen for use by bitumen upgraders and crude oil refineries in Alberta. The initial project will involve a single gasification unit and a 312km2 open coal mine, with plans to consider a second gasification unit once the first is operational. The Sherritt project will require 2.4 to 9.5 million cubic metres of water a year, depending on the type of cooling process used. Alberta Environment has not had the opportunity or resources to undertake a review to determine whether there is sufficient water available from the North Saskatchewan River to support future energy projects. BBO's position on the Dodds-Roundhill Coal Strip Mine The BBO opposes the Dodds-Roundhill Coal Gasification Project because we believe the development will reduce the water flow in Amisk Creek and ultimately lower the water level in Beaverhill Lake, will eliminate wetlands, and will destroy woodlots, which are all important habitats for birds and other local wildlife south of Beaverhill Lake. References http://www.sherritt.com/Operations/Dodds-Roundhill_Project.html http://environment.alberta.ca/documents/Sherrit_DoddsRoundhill_PTOR_notice.pdf http://ecn.ab.ca/~puppydog/pem.pdf ............ Beaverhill Bird Observatory Receives Steward Service Excellence Award This award is presented to an individual or a group identified for their long-term commitment and consistent demonstration of the spirit of stewardship. Through their dedication, positive attitude and actions, they have benefited their protected area and the Volunteer Steward Program. Chuck Priestley, chair of BBO went to Crimson Lake Provincial Park on September 8 to accept the award from Alberta Parks and Protected areas. Ty Lund presented the award along with a Robert Bateman print of a Prairie Falcon, and we thank the Alberta Government for the honor. The Bird Observatory has been very active in the Beaverhill Lake Natural Area with trail signage, a new kiosk, a designated parking area, fences and gates, maps and brochures. Come out and see our site!!! Directions to Beaver Hill Bird Observatory Photo: Heather Lambert, Alberta Parks |
Join us as we celebrate the spring birds of Beaverhill Lake. Learn about our various programs and see bird banding up close. Breakfast (crepes, bacon, fruits, juice, coffee, tea) provided. 
The Beaverhill Bird Observatory was selected to receive the Steward Service Excellence Award for 2007.