Writing-on-Stone Provincial Park

Alberta Parks

Cottonwoods & Cottonwood Forests in the Milk River Watershed

      Through joint partnership with the Milk River Watershed Council Canada, your students will

      • Experience the unique environments of the Milk River valley at Writing-on-Stone Provincial Park
      • Learn about the importance of cottonwood trees and forests to the watershed
      • See new river point bars and understand seasonal flooding for cottonwood seedling regeneration and specifics about leaves
      • Participate in a basic field procedure to estimate tree canopy cover and observe how canopy cover affects other living things 
    Writing-On-Stone PP - Cottonwoods (250)
    Grade(s): 6
    Curriculum:
    • Science
    Themes:
    • Topic E–Trees and Forests 6-10
    Type:
    • Field Study
    Duration: 1.5 Hours
    Max. Group Size: 35
    Fees: $100 minimum for up to 15 students plus $7 per additional student
    Availability: Weekday mornings May long weekend through late June and Sept-Oct
    Updated: Mar 20, 2025