There is always something fun to explore at Glenbow Ranch!
GRPF Events
- June 3, 2022
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Birding Golf Cart Tour
June 3, 2022 7:30 am - 10:30 am
Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park, 255001 Glenbow Rd, Cochrane, AB T4C 0B7, CanadaGlenbow Ranch Provincial Park contains some of the last remaining foothills fescue grassland as well as a scattered mosaic of wetland and woodland areas. This diverse habitat provides home to a wide variety of bird species. Unfortunately, many of the best birding locations require walking long distances to reach. For birders to experience the best of Glenbow Ranch, we are offering golf cart tours where we will travel about 20 km to visit the most productive areas. Over three hours, expect to see or hear over 50 species including grassland and foothills specialties like Vesper Sparrow, Mountain Bluebird, and Western Meadowlark as well as riparian species like Baltimore Oriole and many swallows, sparrows, and flycatchers. Some less common possibilities include Turkey Vulture, Prairie Falcon, Rock Wren, Sprague’s Pipit and Spotted Towhee.
To Register Click here
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- June 8, 2022
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Birding Golf Cart Tour
June 8, 2022 7:30 am - 10:30 am
Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park, 255001 Glenbow Rd, Cochrane, AB T4C 0B7, CanadaGlenbow Ranch Provincial Park contains some of the last remaining foothills fescue grassland as well as a scattered mosaic of wetland and woodland areas. This diverse habitat provides home to a wide variety of bird species. Unfortunately, many of the best birding locations require walking long distances to reach. For birders to experience the best of Glenbow Ranch, we are offering golf cart tours where we will travel about 20 km to visit the most productive areas. Over three hours, expect to see or hear over 50 species including grassland and foothills specialties like Vesper Sparrow, Mountain Bluebird, and Western Meadowlark as well as riparian species like Baltimore Oriole and many swallows, sparrows, and flycatchers. Some less common possibilities include Turkey Vulture, Prairie Falcon, Rock Wren, Sprague’s Pipit and Spotted Towhee.
To Register Click here
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- June 18, 2022
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Book Launch: Alberta’s Cornerstone – Archeological Adventures in Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park by Shari Peyerl
June 18, 2022 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park, 255001 Glenbow Rd, Cochrane, AB T4C 0B7, CanadaGlenbow Ranch School House, Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park
Join archeologist and author Shari Peyerl as she discusses the fascinating history and people of Glenbow Ranch. Copies of her book will be for purchase at the event.
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- June 19, 2022
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Birding Golf Cart Tour
June 19, 2022 7:30 am - 10:30 am
Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park, 255001 Glenbow Rd, Cochrane, AB T4C 0B7, CanadaGlenbow Ranch Provincial Park contains some of the last remaining foothills fescue grassland as well as a scattered mosaic of wetland and woodland areas. This diverse habitat provides home to a wide variety of bird species. Unfortunately, many of the best birding locations require walking long distances to reach. For birders to experience the best of Glenbow Ranch, we are offering golf cart tours where we will travel about 20 km to visit the most productive areas. Over three hours, expect to see or hear over 50 species including grassland and foothills specialties like Vesper Sparrow, Mountain Bluebird, and Western Meadowlark as well as riparian species like Baltimore Oriole and many swallows, sparrows, and flycatchers. Some less common possibilities include Turkey Vulture, Prairie Falcon, Rock Wren, Sprague’s Pipit and Spotted Towhee.
To Register Click here
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- June 29, 2022
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Birding Golf Cart Tour
June 29, 2022 7:30 am - 10:30 am
Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park, 255001 Glenbow Rd, Cochrane, AB T4C 0B7, CanadaGlenbow Ranch Provincial Park contains some of the last remaining foothills fescue grassland as well as a scattered mosaic of wetland and woodland areas. This diverse habitat provides home to a wide variety of bird species. Unfortunately, many of the best birding locations require walking long distances to reach. For birders to experience the best of Glenbow Ranch, we are offering golf cart tours where we will travel about 20 km to visit the most productive areas. Over three hours, expect to see or hear over 50 species including grassland and foothills specialties like Vesper Sparrow, Mountain Bluebird, and Western Meadowlark as well as riparian species like Baltimore Oriole and many swallows, sparrows, and flycatchers. Some less common possibilities include Turkey Vulture, Prairie Falcon, Rock Wren, Sprague’s Pipit and Spotted Towhee.
To Register Click here
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- July 4, 2022
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Great Grassland Summer Camp July 4th - 8th (9:00am -1:00pm daily)
July 4, 2022
Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park, 255001 Glenbow Rd, Cochrane, AB T4C 0B7, CanadaEvery day is a grassland adventure! Learn about animals., plants, and Indigenous history through hikes, games, storytelling, and crafts. Together, we can keep our grasslands healthy for years to come. To register click here. (Ages: 6-9)
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- July 6, 2022
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Birding Golf Cart Tour
July 6, 2022 7:30 am - 10:30 am
Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park, 255001 Glenbow Rd, Cochrane, AB T4C 0B7, CanadaGlenbow Ranch Provincial Park contains some of the last remaining foothills fescue grassland as well as a scattered mosaic of wetland and woodland areas. This diverse habitat provides home to a wide variety of bird species. Unfortunately, many of the best birding locations require walking long distances to reach. For birders to experience the best of Glenbow Ranch, we are offering golf cart tours where we will travel about 20 km to visit the most productive areas. Over three hours, expect to see or hear over 50 species including grassland and foothills specialties like Vesper Sparrow, Mountain Bluebird, and Western Meadowlark as well as riparian species like Baltimore Oriole and many swallows, sparrows, and flycatchers. Some less common possibilities include Turkey Vulture, Prairie Falcon, Rock Wren, Sprague’s Pipit and Spotted Towhee.
To Register Click here
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- July 11, 2022
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Wild About Wetlands Summer Camp July 11th - 15th(9:00am - 1:00pm daily)
July 11, 2022
Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park, 255001 Glenbow Rd, Cochrane, AB T4C 0B7, CanadaClean water keeps us and our land well. Learn how our grassland, plants, and animals protect our watershed through hikes, games, pond study, and crafts. Together, we can protect our wetlands. To register click here. (Ages: 6-9)
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- July 18, 2022
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Outdoor Leadership Summer Camp July 18th - 22nd (9:00am - 1:00pm daily)
July 18, 2022
Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park, 255001 Glenbow Rd, Cochrane, AB T4C 0B7, CanadaLeadership skills develop by using our grassland park ecosystem as a teacher. Discover your passions, talents, and practice making a positive change in the world with friends. To register click here. (Ages:9-13)
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- July 25, 2022
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Great Grassland Summer Camp July 25th - 29th (9:00am -1:00pm daily)
July 25, 2022
Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park, 255001 Glenbow Rd, Cochrane, AB T4C 0B7, CanadaEvery day is a grassland adventure! Learn about animals., plants, and Indigenous history through hikes, games, storytelling, and crafts. Together, we can keep our grasslands healthy for years to come. To register click here. (Ages: 6-9)
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