Waterton Lakes National Park – Volunteer Opportunities
Waterton Lakes National Park has new volunteer opportunities for the months of August and September!
For the full details on all of their volunteer opportunities and events visit the Waterton Lakes Website.
Wildflower and Native Grass Seed Collection
Thursdays in August
8:30 am-12 pm
Did you know that more than half of flowering plant species recorded in Alberta can be found in Waterton Lakes National Park?
Join Parks Canada's botanist in collecting native plant seeds. The seeds are grown to seedlings in Montana at Glacier’s state-of-the-art nursery, and then they are returned to help restore disturbed places in the park. This is a relaxing way to volunteer, surrounded by beautiful scenery and wildflowers.
To register email wlnp-volunteer@pc.gc.ca.
Burdock Control
Friday, August 23, 2024
9 a.m. to noon
Do it for the wildlife! Be a habitat hero by removing burdock seeds. Burrs stick to wildlife (and visitors) to spread its seeds. This pesky plant can damage habitats and isn't fun to encounter on trails. Good to know: Be prepared for a half-day outside and consider wearing clothing that burrs don’t easily stick to!
Email wlnp-volunteer@pc.gc.ca for more information or to sign up!
Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup
Saturday, September 7, 2024
10 am-2:30 pm
Don’t let wind blow that litter away! Park volunteers team up with divers from Awesome Adventures to scour Waterton's shorelines for litter at popular lake shores as part of the Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup.
It is a citizen science project, too. We count and record the type of trash as we pick it up and send the data to the national coordinator. The data is also used in the park to track trends and inform operations. It's a great activity for individuals, families, groups, or anyone looking to make a difference! We will be picking up litter along the breathtaking shorelines of the Waterton Lakes and Cameron Lake. Help keep your park clean and safe for the many animals, including fish found in this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Limber Pine Planting
Monday, September 23, 2024 and Tuesday September 24, 2024
For experienced mountain hikers! Enjoy scenic views from Cloudy Ridge as you plant this endangered five-needle pine. Register for one or both days by emailing wlnp-volunteer@pc.gc.ca or to get more information.
Requirements:
- Be prepared to be outside for a full and fairly demanding day (8 hours).
- Able to work in poor weather. We plant rain (good for the seedlings) or shine (planting is only cancelled if it snows).
- Able to hike and work off-trail on steep slopes.
- Able to carry planting shovel and pouch with a few seedlings (about 2.7 kg or 6 lb.) and your daypack to planting location.
For more information or to sign up email wlnp-volunteer@pc.gc.ca.
For more information and to sign up for any of their volunteering events, please visit Volunteering at Waterton Lakes National Park or email wlnp-volunteer@pc.gc.ca.
