This aquatic plant field school provides an outdoors, hands-on learning experience designed to improve your understanding of the plants that grow in and along Alberta's lakes and rivers. Focusing on the identification and taxonomy of aquatic and shoreline plants, this field school covers the major aquatic plant species found in Alberta's lakes and rivers. Vascular plant species are emphasized; algae and cyanobacteria are not covered. Participants will also learn the basics of the roles aquatic plants play in supporting aquatic wildlife and mitigating erosion.

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The morning and afternoon sessions will take place at different locations to expose participants to a wider variety of plant species.

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Morning session: Seba Beach, at the west end of Wabamun Lake.
Afternoon session: TBD (either Carvel area or Genesee area).

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Participants are responsible for their own transportation and food. Rubber boots are required. Details will be emailed to registrants closer to the field school date. Unforeseen circumstances such as severe weather may require rescheduling.

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Registration: $150/attendee.

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Attendees will receive a basic aquatic plant tool kit (cost included in registration).

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Upcoming field schools:

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- August 26, 2026

- September 10, 2026

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