Sharp (64.1 km)
This 62-acre site, located 9 km northwest of Bashaw, consists of wetland and grassland habitats that support a variety of wildlife. Birdwatchers can observe a variety of species including the Blue-winged Teal, Mallard, Lesser Scaup, Ruddy Duck, Eared Grebe, American Coot, Killdeer, Wilson's Phalarope, Yellow-headed Blackbird, Tree Swallow, and Western Meadowlark. Plant species commonly found here include trembling aspen, Canada buffaloberry, dark-throated shooting star, hookspur violet, buttercup, yellow avens, heart-leaf golden Alexander, and prairie smoke. While there are no official trails, the site offers easy walking through the grasslands. Livestock may be present, and visitors can contact 403-352-9395 for additional information.
Access: Head west on Highway 605 from Bashaw, then north on Range Road 221. Turn left onto Township Road 422, then right onto Range Road 222. The site’s southwest corner is at the end of the road.
Partners: DUC
Alberta Discover Guide: E3-75
This 62-acre site, located 9 km northwest of Bashaw, consists of wetland and grassland habitats that support a variety of wildlife. Birdwatchers can observe a variety of species including the Blue-winged Teal, Mallard, Lesser Scaup, Ruddy Duck, Eared Grebe, American Coot, Killdeer, Wilson's Phalarope, Yellow-headed Blackbird, Tree Swallow, and Western Meadowlark. Plant species commonly found here include trembling aspen, Canada buffaloberry, dark-throated shooting star, hookspur violet, buttercup, yellow avens, heart-leaf golden Alexander, and prairie smoke. While there are no official trails, the site offers easy walking through the grasslands. Livestock may be present, and visitors can contact 403-352-9395 for additional information.
Access: Head west on Highway 605 from Bashaw, then north on Range Road 221. Turn left onto Township Road 422, then right onto Range Road 222. The site’s southwest corner is at the end of the road.
Partners: DUC
Alberta Discover Guide: E3-75
