Waterton Lakes National Park, Parks Canada
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Waterton Lakes National Park is administered by @ParksCanada Français : @PNLacsWaterton Terms: https://t.co/Mchg1i1k5n
Waterton Park, AB, Canada
Joined July 2011
Chief Mountain #Alberta port of entry closes for the season on Sept.30 at 6:00 p.m. MST. Travellers can use Carway, Del Bonita or Coutts ports of entry as alternates. More info: https://t.co/B6tQjqvkVt
@ParksCanada @WatertonLakesNP @NatlParkService
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The fire ban in Waterton Lakes National Park has been lifted, effective noon August 8, 2024. Campfires are only permitted in designated metal fire pits or boxes provided by Parks Canada. Important bulletins: https://t.co/QbFXJlJYz8
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A FIRE BAN is in effect due to elevated fire danger. Report any suspicious smoke to: 1-888-927-3367 What this means for your visit: https://t.co/QzdNiGrC8M Info: https://t.co/SxJAhrCM90
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Every sun sets. Going forward, @WatertonLakesNP will be using X for critical information only (closures, incidents etc). For day-to-day updates and all other content, please visit us at: https://t.co/74UF1uJDQ4
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Tomorrow is Canada Day! Join us for a flag raising at 11 a.m., a photo with Parka and activities in the plaza afterward. Be patient, follow instructions of traffic personnel, and park in designated spots. Plan your visit before you arrive! https://t.co/YhhzzX3yEp
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🚗 Weekend traffic updates are live for the summer ✅ Current status of the entrance and parking lots can be found here. Save this page: https://t.co/mPsXQEPRxR
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This week’s #FloraFriday is harebell (Campanula rotundifolia). These blue bell-shaped flowers are found in disturbed areas but also in grasslands. The flowers droop downwards and can be confused with Jacob’s ladder and western blue flax.
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June 21 marks National Indigenous Peoples Day. Parks Canada will hold a celebration in partnership with the Paahtómahksikimi Cultural Centre at the Visitor Centre entrance on Friday, June 21 at 9:00 a.m.
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The full moon in June is known as Misamsootaato’si (Mee-sum-soo-da-do-see) in Blackfoot language, which means the moon of long rains. Without these rains, we could not enjoy the lush vegetation. Enjoy the moon tonight and the incoming rain! 😊
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Dalmatian toadflax (Linaria dalmatica) is identified by black spots and a heart-shaped clasping leaf. This invasive plant spreads easily. Utilize resources such as https://t.co/LCLnWGsUw8 for confirmation and control methods. https://t.co/VTQ2tHPq5H
#WeedsofWaterton
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Waterton Lakes’ 2022 Management Plan commits to the development of a new visitor use management (VUM) strategy and a review of powerboating as a recreational activity. Parks Canada management and subject matter experts are hosting info sessions June 28 and 29.
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Happy Father’s Day! Even sheep love dad jokes!😄 Jokes aside, feeding wildlife can put everyone at danger. Remember to give wildlife their space. Plan for your visit: https://t.co/oh8ZrJW706
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Nature lovers and photographers, June 15 is Nature Photography Day. 📷 Grab your camera and head outdoors 🌳 – today is a great day to appreciate the natural world with a beautiful photograph to treasure forever. Sightseeing: https://t.co/7lhKk6U8wp
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Fawning season brings cute baby deer🦌, but also exceptionally protective mothers, especially around dogs. Prioritize everyone’s safety. Stay at least 30 metres from deer. Report human-wildlife interactions to 1-888-927-3367, 24/7. https://t.co/yRRgMTIECi
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⚠️Parks Canada has issued an area closure for Crandell Lake and area. A serious incident involving a bear has occurred in this area. This closure is in effect until further notice. More info: https://t.co/hI6SThj6Dj
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🖼️ Meet Glacier National Park’s Artist-in-Residence Rebecca Shewmaker at the visitor centre (404 Cameron Falls Dr.) on June 12, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. She uses sewing and embroidery techniques to create intricate landscape paintings from fabric and thread.
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Yellowbells Fritillaria pudica Welcome back to #FloraFriday! To start us back up this year we have Yellowbells (Fritillaria pudica). Help us protect native wildflowers with #PlayCleanGo: https://t.co/0F6qBbwPQ1
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Get a group together and plant trees! Many Lodgepole pines have regrown following the 2017 Kenow fire, but some need moved. Help us dig, transport and replant. Available for your group by request. Contact wlnp-volunteer@pc.gc.ca
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“Let’s cross that bridge when we get to it.” 🚶🥾 You’ll get to it if you’re hiking to Bertha Bay! Thanks to the trail crew for replacing the damaged bridge across Bertha creek . 👏 Report trail issues or conditions: https://t.co/YyyD6hjGFp
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Today is #NationalPrairieDay! 🌾Waterton lakes is home to critical grassland ecosystems. Let’s work together in keeping this ecosystem healthy! Learn about native grasslands and their importance: https://t.co/M7WI9jbXwp
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