Dr. Dale Leckie
@DaleALeckie
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Geologist and author of "Wildlife, Landscapes, and Geology" & “The Scenic Geology of Alberta". Adjunct Professor in Earth, Energy, and Environment, U of Calgary
Calgary, Alberta
Joined March 2012
If you want to view mountain goats go to where they are feeding for minerals. Check out the Mount Kerkeslin Goat Lick in Jasper National Park. Check out "Rocks, Ridges, and Rivers: Geological Wonders of Banff, Yoho, and Jasper National Parks". #Alberta
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Aren’t you a bundle of joy.
WET pattern setting up for parts of central and southern Alberta, especially along the foothills!. Northwesterly upper flow with embedded disturbances will bring cool and unsettled conditions, with one or two more periods of heavy rain over the next 7-10 days. #abstorm
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Do you need ideas for places to visit in the UNESCO Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks World Heritage Site. "Rocks, Ridges, and Rivers: Geological Wonders of Banff, Yoho, and Jasper National Parks" has you covered. Keep it in your car travel library. . #Alberta
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We checked the Ducks Unlimited Shell Buffalo Hills Conservation Ranch not far south of Calgary. It is an oasis of original prairie surrounded by cropland. Lots of prairie potholes, grasslands, and wildlife. Another very special place.
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Do you need ideas for places to visit across Alberta. "The Scenic Geology of Alberta: A Roadside Touring and Hiking Guide" has you covered. Plan your trips. Keep it in your car travel library to discover all sorts of scenic treasures. #Alberta
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Was that geologist Peter Sherrington? If so, It was Peter who got the whole eagle migration story going. I was at Petro-Canada at the time and so was Peter.
@DaleALeckie I was working on Fairholme Range geology (Banff Formation) in June 1981, saw a number of eagles rise off Pigeon Mountain & sail northwards over the Bow River. The following year, another geologist was out earlier in the year & saw the migration peak & announced it to the media.
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I have not seen them there. But I suspect they may use it as well. The next mountain range to the east is best for me.
@DaleALeckie Mount Rundle a good one?.
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If you want to see migrating golden eagles, knowing a bit of geology helps. Golden eagles migrate 1000's of km along west dipping mountain thrust sheets, taking advantage of strong westerly winds. Find out where in "Rocks, Ridges, and Rivers: Geological Wonders of Banff, Yoho,
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St. Victor Petroglyphs overlook a broad glacial meltwater channel in southern Saskatchewan which creates an ethereal and mystical setting. Imagine the effect this ridge had on those who etched the images.
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RT @NatureAlberta: 🐦Not just a hobby for those who are retired, birding can be a great way to connect with nature and it’s so simple to get….
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Before the last glaciation Milk River used to flow north into the South Saskatchewan River. The ice diverted the river so that it now flows south into the USA. Check out "The Scenic Geology of Alberta: A Roadside Touring and Hiking Guide".
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The Cypress Hills in AB and SK are a story of ancient large rivers flowing to the Arctic, uplift, erosion, glaciation and then, diverted rivers to the south. A great place to visit and learn. Check out "The Scenic Geology of Alberta: A Roadside Touring and Hiking Guide".
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During the last ice age, most of Canada was covered by kilometres of ice. One of the ice-free areas were the Cypress Hills which poked up above the ice as nunataks. Great scenery and lots of wildlife. Find out more in "The Scenic Geology of Alberta" and "Wildlife, Landscapes, and
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Have you been to the "End of the World" in Edmonton, AB. Keillor Road is no more, as the river banks slip and slide into the North Saskatchewan River valley. Most of the river bank seems to be in motion. Check it out in "Scenic Geology of Alberta: A Roadside Touring and Hiking
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I received a book grant from the Canadian Geology Foundation to support the printing of the 2nd revised edition of "Rocks, Ridges, and Rivers: Geological Wonders of Banff, Yoho, and Jasper National Parks. Have you got a copy?
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Signed books today at Cafe Books in Canmore. They are what you need to plan your summer holidays.
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Cottonwood poplar trees need rivers to flood in order for their seeds to germinate. It is all about the geology.
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Bighorn sheep inhabit the remnants of the eroding Rocky Mountains. Having split hooves with rough bottoms, they can grab onto sheer, near vertical cliffs. For more info and where to see check out the touring guides"Wildlife, Landscapes, and Geology" and "Rocks, Ridges, and
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