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Photo by Laura Tuohy
Friends of Jasper
National Park
Since 1983,
the Friends of Jasper National Park have been working actively to promote
understanding, appreciation and respect for both the natural and cultural
history of Jasper National Park.
We fulfill our
vital role of independent stewards and advocates by providing opportunities
for people to interact and connect to our National Park.
Through our
programs, projects and special events:
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We increase
awareness of the purpose and value of the park.
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We provide
opportunities that instill an appreciation for the complex, fragile
environments and the cultural heritage of the Park.
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We inspire
action for protection and preservation of the park.
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Friends News
Nature Calls, Winter
Edition
Check out what the Friends have been up to and what we've
got planned for the months ahead in the latest edition of the Friends
newsletter. Want to submit a story or idea for the spring edition? Contact
Heather at volunteers@friendsofjasper.com.
Upcoming Programs and Special Events...
Historical
Lantern Tour
Wednesday, January 21
Join the Friends of Jasper
National Park for a new twist on one of their most popular programs - a
lantern-lit historical walking tour of town. Take a step back in time and
discover the characters that helped shape Jasper National Park and the
mountain town of Jasper. Free
tickets for
this special Walk in the Past
will be available from the Friends office/store (415 Connaught Drive)
beginning January 18. Register early as space is limited.
Knee Deep
in Nature
Saturday, January 24
Children of
all ages are invited to take part in winter-related naturalist activities
with the Friends of Jasper National Park. Drop by the Jasper National Park
information centre lawn from 11am to 2pm.
Mysteries of
the Night Hike
Wednesday, January 28
Join the Friends
of Jasper National Park for an outdoor adventure in the dark to learn about
the winter sky and the things that go bump in the night. Free
tickets for this special
program will be
available from the Friends office/store (415 Connaught Drive) beginning
January 25. Register early as space is limited.
Full Moon
Hike
Monday, February 9
Explore nature after dark with the Friends of Jasper
National Park. A volunteer guide will bring you to one of their favourite
places in the park to enjoy the night sky and the full moon. You'll learn
more about the stars, nocturnal animals and things that go bump in the night
while enjoying a moonlight hike.
To
ensure your spot on the hike (group size is limited) pick up a FREE ticket
at the Friends' shop (415 Connaught Drive) beginning two days before the
scheduled date. Donations appreciated.
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