ACTWS Casino Night

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By participating in our Casino Night, you’re directly contributing to the Alberta Chapter of The Wildlife Society (ACTWS) and our mission to inspire and empower wildlife professionals to engage in science-based management and conservation of wild animals and their habitats.

Your support helps fund the following key areas:

1. Wildlife Programs & Conservation Initiatives

  • Hunting Mentorship Program: Offers hands-on learning opportunities about the role hunting plays in wildlife conservation.

  • Fish Conservation Program: Provides education on sustainable fishing practices and their impact on local ecosystems.

  • Webinars & Workshops: Features expert discussions and interactive workshops on conservation and species management efforts across Alberta.

2. Student Support & Education

  • Scholarships & Travel Grants: Over $10,000 awarded each year to students.

  • Student Presentation Awards: Recognize outstanding student presentations, encouraging excellence in research and dedication to the field.

  • Student Chapters: Support for chapter events and student-led initiatives.

3. Organizational Operations

  • Executive Director’s Role: Ensures effective management and coordination of ACTWS programs and initiatives.

Your involvement helps us continue these vital programs, support students, and advance wildlife conservation in Alberta.

Thank you for your support!

PO BOX 4990
Edmonton AB
T6E 5G8

info@actws.ca


“Rooted in Wisdom: Deer Aging Techniques”

Embark on a journey of precision and insight with the Lethbridge College Wildlife Analytics Lab (WAL) at the ACTWS Conference in Jasper! Join our workshop, ‘Rooted in Wisdom: Deer Aging Techniques‘, to explore the secrets hidden within wildlife teeth. Explore both the field technique of ‘tooth eruption and wear’ and the laboratory marvel of ‘cementum analysis’ – both dedicated to unraveling the mysteries of ungulate ages. Delve into the heart of these techniques, comparing their accuracy and precision, with a revelation of the superior accuracy of cementum analysis. Learn the art of tooth extraction and witness the seamless process of submitting your own wildlife teeth to the WAL for aging through cementum analysis. Elevate your understanding of deer populations and contribute to the advancement of wildlife knowledge and bolster your resume with applied experience. Participants will gain hands-on familiarity with the field technique of jaw aging, and the lab process of tooth extraction, inspection, preparation, and cementum analysis. Join us in Jasper for a transformative experience at the intersection of field expertise and cutting-edge laboratory analysis!

Facilitated by the Wildlife Analytics Lab, Lethbridge College

Cost: $15

Professional refers to someone who works with wildlife and/or their habitats in a professional setting.

In this context, it is not in reference to a legal professional designation.

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