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Every steward has his or her own definition of what stewardship means to them. Most often, stewardship evokes a sense of personal responsibility for ensuring our natural resources are sustainably managed for our own quality of life, and for future generations.
“Sustainable range provides nutritious forage for livestock and wildlife, has aesthetically pleasing scenery is environmentally sound; all healthy by-products of responsible stewardship.”
‘Ma’ Dame Debbie Webster, 2007. Read more...Agriculture and Oil & Gas
"This may not be heaven, but it’s a local call." is a common sentiment for those of us that live and work in this rural community. Read more...
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Imagine that you live in city with twice the population of Calgary. Your city relies on wells for its water as the climate is dry and there are no... Read more...
Stewardship of Alberta’s parks
How better to foster and celebrate the connection to the natural world and the wise use of Alberta’s Parks.
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According to the definition of Stewardship... we should be carefully monitoring the resources that keep us alive, healthy and happy! Read more...
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August 2011
August 06
Bar U Ranch National Historic Site - Friends of the Bar U Trail Ride
Support the Friends of the Bar U Ranch Association on their annual day ride into original Bar U grazing lands. Everyone welcome. Ride your own horse or take a seat on a horse-drawn wagon. Call 403-395-3330 or 403-395-3879 for more information.
All special events at the Bar U Ranch National Historic Site begin at 1pm and are subject to cancellation or rescheduling depending on weather conditions. For more events information call 403-395-3044.
August 06 and 07
Bar U Ranch National Historic Site - Watch for . . . Sidesaddle Clinic
All special events at the Bar U Ranch National Historic Site begin at 1pm and are subject to cancellation or rescheduling depending on weather conditions. For more events information call 403-395-3044.
August 12, 13, 14, 15 - Skies Alive!
A weekend in the country to view the annual Perseid’s Meteor Showers - and a full moon! Join us for an introduction to astronomy (we'll have a novice astronomer visit with her telescope to describe what we are looking at above), interpretive hikes at all times to enjoy the landscapes in daylight and the long shadows of evening - lots of opportunities to see wildlife and birds. Daytime napping is recommended. Bring your camera or a good book for some quiet time. Schedule commences with an afternoon hike/tour and after dinner, we'll settle in to wait for dark. The following day, after a hearty breakfast, we'll tour or hike another area where we'll have lunch outdoors and return to the buildings for a rest before supper and another late night. Suggestion . . . head for bed early and set your alarm to get up and see the stars - 2AM to 4AM is the best.
Other activities available – wagon ride, photography, art and entertainment for extra charges.
2 night minimum stay: $390/person includes 2 night's accommodation, meals and 'live' entertainment!
3 nights: $505/person includes 3 night's accommodations, meals and entertainment.
- Hosts: Alberta Parks, Brown Creek Ranch Vacations, Chimney Rock B&B, Full Circle Adventures, Janet Sippola Western Artist, Joyce Pallister-Bronsch, Lucasia Ranch Vacations, Oxley Ranch Tours, Sierra West Cabins and Ranch Vacations
- To register: Contact Dame Debbie 403.646.0151 or websterranch@xplornet.ca
August 14
Bar U Ranch National Historic Site - Old Time Ranch Rodeo
A rodeo competition demonstrating traditional ranching skills still used today on ranches throughout the country. Join us for an exciting afternoon of broke horse racing, team sorting, branding and doctoring, and wild cow milking. Teams of working cowboys from Alberta ranches compete for silver Bar U belt buckles - and bragging rights!
All special events at the Bar U Ranch National Historic Site begin at 1pm and are subject to cancellation or rescheduling depending on weather conditions. For more events information call 403-395-3044.
August 21 - Truly Organic Dining
Edible and Medicinal Plant Workshop. An entire day filled with hiking through native rangelands to identify some edible plants and learn about their traditional medicinal uses too – interpretive hike, wild lunch and supper is included. $135/person
- Hosts: Chimney Rock Bed and Breakfast, Full Circle Adventures
- To register: Contact Dame Julie 403.933.4432 or info@full-circle-adventures.com
August 28
Bar U Ranch National Historic Site - First Nations Day
We commemorate the contributions of Aboriginal people to ranching life, when natives took on traditional cowboy roles, becoming a significant part of the ranching community. Stony Nakoda elders, drummers, dancers and speakers gather at Round-up Camp to tell the stories of their ancestors.
All special events at the Bar U Ranch National Historic Site begin at 1pm and are subject to cancellation or rescheduling depending on weather conditions. For more events information call 403-395-3044.
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All programs are subject to change – new events may be added throughout the year.
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"Wonderful first visit, but not our last. Thank you for giving us some insight into present farm life, but also we really enjoyed the history you shared with us. The food was exceptional and accommodation extremely comfortable. We enjoyed every minute!!!"
Bob and Joyce, Calgary
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Need more time to see the country? Extend your stay and visit our other Dames on the Range businesses in Nanton and surrounding area – there is plenty to see and do in our “neigh”bourhood!
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"To the Dames on the Range from the 'Twisted Sister' - thanks for the chance to spread the side-saddle story. Happy Trails!"
Lee McLean, High River
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"Thanks so much for the opportunity to be a part of 'Dames on the Range' - it was fun to share my passion for what I am now blessed to do!"
Pam M, Wow and Then