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Logging Kananaskis!


The Alberta Government continues to allow massive clear-cut logging operations
in popular recreation areas & the environmentally sensitive headwaters in Kananaskis

WE  WANT  TO  STOP  THE  DESTRUCTION 
OF  THIS  WILDERNESS  PARADISE.

PLEASE  HELP  US  FIGHT  TO  SAVE  RECREATION IN KANANASKIS!
click here to see How You Can Help

Click this link for an album by
Christopher Martin Photography that
showcases our wilderness paradise and highlights why this area needs more protection:
West Bragg Creek & Kananaskis
Picture

This area is the outdoor recreation hub for Calgary and surrounding communities. There is an extensive trail system with 100's of Kilometers of trails snaking through the wilderness, full of Mountain Bikers, Hikers, Horseback Riders, Skiers, Snowshoers and Nature Enthusiasts!

These are the headwaters for the Elbow and Bow River Basin and forestry has a very significant effect on water flow. Forest Canopies are critical for converting surface water into ground water, limiting the spring snow pack, and reducing sediment being carried downstream into river beds and reservoirs.  A recent study in Kananaskis revealed that, "Even a 5% clearing of the basin forests resulted in a 7% to 8% increase in peak streamflow."   (download the full article - click here)

Reducing the Elbow Valley forest canopy will increase the risk of
flooding in all communities along the Elbow, including Calgary 


We're not opposed to logging, we want RESPONSIBLE logging!


There are over 500,000 visitors to the Elbow Valley each year, and the area west of Bragg Creek, is one of the most popular areas for outdoor recreation in Alberta. The proposed logging plans will have major effects on water run-off, environment, compromise the trail system and have a devastating effect on recreation and business in the Calgary area. 

This video is based on past logging plans, but is still relevant today

Click on the following for more information:
  • Current Logging Plans
  • Logging vs. Recreation
  • How to Help


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