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Monday, April 7th 6:30pm to 8:30pm
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Rocky View County Hall
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AgSafe Alberta and Rocky View County are proud to present this workshop to provide essential information, tools and resources to help you prepare for and manage the unexpected. While the workshop material is primarily tailored for farms & ranches, neighbouring acreage owners and those with livestock may also find it beneficial.
Event registration link: https://forms.office.com/r/U1QmAUXvbn
Tree Care Essentials (Pest, disease, health) - DONE
- Thursday, April 10 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm Rocky View County Hall
- Join Toso Bozic with ATTS Group Inc. to learn all about the basics of trees. From choosing species, site preparation and proper planting techniques; to care, maintenance and pest/disease management for your grown trees. Toso will have an information packed evening that will answer lots of your questions on how to manage the trees on your property.
- Event registration link: https://forms.office.com/r/hMusHmzLLk
Navigating Markets, Insurance, and Risk Webinar with Ryan Copithorne - April 22, 8pm-9pm - DONE
Learn what LPI is, how to access and use Why is insurance important Market outlook and protecting ourselves from price declines Manage risk Event registration with Foothils Forage and Grazing Association Upcoming Live Webinars | foothillsforage
The Alien Invasion: Protecting Alberta’s Native Plants from the Ever-pressing Threat of Invasive Species - DONE
Tuesday, June 3 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm Virtual webinar Alberta's native plant communities face many threats including invasive species, habitat loss, climate change and more. This workshop will address some of these challenges, including the role of weed identification in managing invasive plants, and will explore innovative solutions and ongoing research aimed at protecting and restoring native ecosystems. Join this informative session, presented by Megan Evans from the Alberta Invasive Species Council online. Event registration link: https://forms.office.com/r/AuNR3ggnM6
Bear Smart - DONE
June 11, 6:30pm-8pm at the Bragg Creek Snowbird's Chalet, 19 Balsam Ave, Bragg Creek
Learn about the biology and behaviour of bears and cougars, how to use bear spray, being safe in bear country, how to avoid conflicts and prevent encounters, and how to manage attractants.
Event registration link: https://forms.office.com/r/FjumtueheN
Green Acreages DONE
- June 14th , Redwood Meadows Community Centre and Bragg Creek
- At this workshop you will learn about stewardship and how to: Better manage and improve your property; Evaluate your acreage; Map your property assets and plan your activities; Access funding to help with a stewardship project and the projects that qualify; Field Portion includes live staking willow plantings
- Event registration link: https://app.tickettailor.com/events/landstewardshipcentre/1688743
Stockmanship Schools DONE
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June 17/18 at the Lazy J Cattle Company in Jumping Pound
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Sept 23/24 at Mt. Sentinel Ranch in Chain Lakes
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The Foothills Forage and Grazing Association is excited to put on these events with Jordie Waters.
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Learn foundational theory on proper stockmanship, teaching cattle to take pressure, gathering in pastures and experience hands on learning.
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FFGA members $450 / non-members $490
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Contact Kayla at 403-995-9466 or comm@foothillsforage.com