Nicker (37.6 km)
The Nicker property, located 8 km southwest of Delburne, spans 159 acres of wetlands, grasslands, and bush habitats. While the wetlands are nearly dry, the area still supports a variety of species, including birds like Blue-winged Teal, Northern Shoveler, and Red-tailed Hawk, as well as mammals such as White-tailed Deer, Moose, and Coyote. The site also features plants like Trembling Aspen, Balsam Poplar, and Wild Rose. Though there are no formal trails, the property offers a good opportunity for wildlife observation.
Access: East of Red Deer on Highway on Highway 595 for 30.4 km to Range Road 243, travel south for 7.2 km with the last 0.8 km being on an undeveloped road allowance.
Partners: DUC
Alberta Discover Guide: E3-80
The Nicker property, located 8 km southwest of Delburne, spans 159 acres of wetlands, grasslands, and bush habitats. While the wetlands are nearly dry, the area still supports a variety of species, including birds like Blue-winged Teal, Northern Shoveler, and Red-tailed Hawk, as well as mammals such as White-tailed Deer, Moose, and Coyote. The site also features plants like Trembling Aspen, Balsam Poplar, and Wild Rose. Though there are no formal trails, the property offers a good opportunity for wildlife observation.
Access: East of Red Deer on Highway on Highway 595 for 30.4 km to Range Road 243, travel south for 7.2 km with the last 0.8 km being on an undeveloped road allowance.
Partners: DUC
Alberta Discover Guide: E3-80
