St. Patrick's Island Nature Series: PLANT WALK

Join Nature Calgary for a native plant walk on St. Patrick's Island to discover some of the native (and introduced!) plants found on the island.

Please note that this event will run 9:30am - 11:30am

We will talk about native plants how to identify them. We will also discuss some of the invasive species and how they affect the environment. We'll talk about some of the history of the island, some of the changes it's gone through and why the plants are where they are.

These walks are presented in partnership between East Village and Nature Calgary, with all registration fees being donated directly to Nature Calgary.

Parking: Please note that if you are parking on the street you can pay for your parking session you can pay for your session at any of the parking payment kiosks. If you are parking in the lot, you can only pay for your session using the mobile app from Calgary Parking Authority (https://www.calgaryparking.com/paying-for-parking/mobile-app.html)

All walks will start and end at the event board near 656 Confluence Way SE on the RiverWalk pathway.

Please note that this is an outdoor event please dress for the conditions. We will provide notice in writing and refund your tickets if the weather meets the following conditions:

• Adverse weather conditions (Smoke, Heavy Rain/Snow, flooding, etc.)
• At the discretion of CMLC supervisor based on weather conditions.

The upcoming plant walk event is accessible to all, regardless of age or ability.

• The pathways are flat. Some pathways are unpaved but they are well compacted. Guides will exercise discretion based on the group's abilities on which pathways they will take. Please let the guide know if you feel uncomfortable with any chosen path - want to ensure you feel safe!
• Nature Calgary has taken measures to accommodate those with sight or hearing impairments
• Guides are knowledgeable about plants and can modify plant id for those with sight impairments
• Sight cues will be available for those with hearing impairments
• Dogs are not allowed at the event unless medically necessary. This helps ensure the safety and comfort of the wildlife
• The event is LGBTQ+ friendly, welcoming people of all orientations and identities.

Check out all the Event in the St. Patrick's Island Nature Series

ALL WALKS ARE FROM 9:30 - 11:30AM UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED

BIRDING

Saturday March 15

Sunday April 19

Saturday May 9 (World Migratory Bird Day)

Sunday May 17

Sunday June 20

Saturday July 25

Saturday August 8

Sunday August 30

Saturday September 12

Saturday October 3

Saturday November 7

Sunday Dec 13 (Christmas Bird Count)

BIODIVERSITY WALKS

Saturday Apil 25 City Nature Challenge

Saturday June 13 Alberta Biodiversity Challenge

Sunday August 2 Big Backyard Bioblitz

NATIVE PLANT WALKS

Sunday May 31

Friday August 21

BUG WALKS

Saturday July 19 Pollinator walk

Friday July 24 Moth & Bat Night 10:00 PM - 12:00 AM

INVASIVE SPECIES REMOVAL

Sunday May 30 Invasive Species Removal

Sunday June 7 Invasive Species Removal

COMMUNITY CLEANUP

Saturday September 19 Community Cleanup 9:30 - 12:00 PM

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