The Nature Conservancy of Canada, in cooperation with the Government of Alberta, provided funding for acquisition of this important natural area.
Birding: Species include mountain bluebird, trumpeter swan, common loon, eastern kingbird, American goldfinch and common snipe. In order to protect sensitive nesting habitat, a complete closure of this natural area occurs each year from April 1 to July 31.
Hunting: Outpost Wetlands encompasses a small parcel of land with species at risk present. Hunters are reminded to consider this, and the safety and activities of other recreational users (such as school groups studying the wetland and bird watchers in camouflaged blinds) while accessing the Natural Area. As well, hunters are advised of the adjacent campground in Police Outpost Provincial Park, the onsite staff/contractors who are present as well as surrounding private residences outside the Provincial Park. While provincial hunting seasons do apply in this natural area, hunters are asked to use extreme caution if considering big game hunting with a rifle. This natural area shares a fence with the United States border so hunters are advised that crossing the border to retrieve game, to access other land to hunt or while in possession of a firearm/weapon may involve violating federal and provincial/state laws in both countries. Grizzly bear frequent this area and closures are sometimes imposed to prevent human-wildlife conflict.
Birding
Cross Country Skiing
Hiking - Backcountry
Snowshoeing
Wildlife Viewing