Faces of the Battle River Watershed

January 12, 2011

"Swan Lake Ballet"

Swans play on the thin November ice on Little Beaver Lake.
-Marilylle Soveran

A rich and diverse landscape


I consider myself to be a very fortunate Albertan because I live in an area that is a little piece of paradise. From my living room window I have an amazing view of Coal Lake. It takes me only 3 minutes to walk down to the lake where I often hike on the Waskaheagan Trail. The sense of beauty I derive from walking along the trail where I see deer, beaver, all kinds of birds, and the occasional eagle is one of the greatest motivators for me to be a good steward of the land. One of the greatest things we can do to thank nature is by taking care of it now for future generations.
-Marilyn Heggerud