Waterton Lakes National Park
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Parks Canada’s official Facebook page for Waterton Lakes National Park. Terms of use: http://www.parkscanada.gc.ca/smt Cette page est aussi disponible en français à http://www.facebook.com/PNLacsWaterton
'Where the Mountains Meet the Prairie' - rugged, windswept mountains rise abruptly out of gentle prairie grassland in spectacular Waterton Lakes National Park. No other park in Canada protects so much within such a small place. Waterton has over 250 species of birds, more than 60 species of mammals, 24 species of fish and 8 species of reptiles and amphibians. The park is found in the Crown of the Continent, one of the narrowest places in the Rocky Mountains, and is a land shaped by wind, fire and flooding. The park's area is 505 sq. km (195 sq. miles).
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Our Bison Paddock Loop Road is now open to visitors. The bison herd size is currently eight, including two calves. When visiting the Bison Paddock, please remain on the road and stay in your vehicle. Walkers, cyclists and motorcyclists are prohibited from entering the Bison Paddock. Photo: Parks Canada / D. Rafla.
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Take in one of our fun and informative interpretive programs if you are visiting the park this spring. We have guided walks, guided hikes and talks: http://www.pc.gc.ca/en/pn-np/ab/waterton/activ/decouvertes-tours
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Only 2 days left! Don’t miss the chance to share your views on three design options for the new visitor centre in Waterton Lakes National Park. Visit www.letstalkwatertonvisitorcentre.ca.
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The Red Rock Parkway is now open for the season. The road travels 15 km up the Blakiston Valley and ends at Red Rock Canyon. During your trip, be sure to stop at the scenic pull-outs, many of which have interpretive displays.
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We are looking for six volunteers to help plant native grass and wildflower plugs in an old gravel borrow pit in the park. Meet this Friday, May 5 at 9 a.m. Volunteers will spend the morning alongside Parks Canada vegetation specialists working to restore the disturbed area. Sign up here: http://ow.ly/k2ij30bnauG
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Volunteer on the scenic beaches of Waterton Lakes! Saturday, May 6 is your chance to help clean up our shorelines as part of the Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup. We are teaming up with divers organized by Awesome Adventures. Our volunteers will sort and bag what they find along the shores and what the divers find under water. This event is great for all ages. Sign up here: http://ow.ly/uZ6P30bkj5f.
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Have your say! Join us today from 1-4 p.m. at the Waterton Community Centre for a look at the design options for the new visitor centre.
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Stars shine bright at night in the Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park. The International Dark-Sky Association has recognized the peace park with provisional designation as the first ever trans-boundary International Dark Sky Park! http://www.pc.gc.ca/en/pn-np/ab/waterton/activ/experiences/etoile-star
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We have a mid-April winter wonderland in the park today!
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Come get an in-person look at the design options for the new visitor centre! Join Parks Canada on Saturday, April 29, at the Waterton Community Centre from 1-4 p.m. to learn about the project, provide input to help shape the look, feel and function of the new facility, and speak to project experts.
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National parks protect and restore ecosystems and contribute to the recovery of species at risk. Parks Canada invites Canadians to comment on how we plan to protect #SpeciesAtRisk in Waterton. Our proposed species at risk action plan is now on the public registry at: www.registrelep-sararegistry.gc.ca/document/default_e.cfm?documentID=3157
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THANK YOU to our 618 volunteers who made a huge contribution to natural and cultural heritage protection, restoration and special events here in Waterton. You’re why we celebrate National Volunteer Week! http://ow.ly/YEsx30b3Lfx
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