Fire Ban in Effect
Due to the increasingly dry conditions and higher fire danger ratings, the FIRE RESTRICTION has been upgraded to a FIRE BAN, for Saddle Hills County.
This applies to all areas outside of the Forest Protection Area, including private land, crown land, and recreational areas.
Prohibited
All outdoor wood fires, including burning barrels, wood campfires be it on private land or in County campgrounds, campfires in back country or random areas, BBQ charcoal briquettes, fireworks and exploding targets, and burning of brush piles, windrows, or other debris.
Allowed
Propane/natural gas powered appliances, open flame oil devices, such as turkey deep fryers or tiki torches, and indoor wood fires contained within a device with a chimney and spark arrestor. All appliances must be CSA approved and used per manufacturer's standards.
This FIRE BAN will remain in place until conditions improve. Fire danger levels will be reviewed daily and may be downgraded subject to available firefighting resources and fire weather conditions.
We expect the FIRE BAN to reduce the number of human-caused wildfires in Saddle Hills County, while allowing residents and visitors to enjoy outdoor activities as much as possible.
Please note that the Saddle Hills County Admin Building will be closed on Monday, May 20, 2024 for Family Day. We will re-open on Tuesday, May 21, at 8:15 a.m.
Watch the free online webinar from the Beef Cattle Research Council online to gain insight into this now all too common problem. Registered Veterinary Technicians and Doctors of Veterinary Medicine will receive one CE credit upon completion of the webinar and associated quiz.
The Watershed Stewardship Grant Program provides community organizations in Alberta with funding to projects helping to ensure a safe, secure drinking water supply, healthy aquatic ecosystems, and reliable quality water supplies for a sustainable economy.
Farm Credit Canada and The Do More Agriculture Foundation are once again accepting applications for the Community Fund, helping you bring free mental health workshops and literacy programs to your farming community.
A brief update on recent and historical moisture averages in Alberta.
Severe drought, as we have seen across much of Alberta, can cause widespread tree mortality. Our resident Tree Expert, Toso Bozic, has put together another handy fact sheet to help you protect your trees during this dry period.
Alberta's Mountain Pine Beetle Control Program continues to slow the spread of the pests in Alberta forests, showing a steep decline in population.
Farm Credit Canada (FCC) is now offering a new Will and Estate Pre-Planning Tool for Canadian farms.
In partnership with farms across Alberta, AgKnow is seeking your voice in helping to shape crucial mental health initiatives for farmers.
As warm air pushes its way in over the next several days, many areas may get another shot of much needed moisture.
The deadline for the 2023 Canada-Alberta Drought Livestock Assistance Program is fast approaching. Applications must be submitted by January 15, 2024, to be considered.
Contact Us
Saddle Hills
Junction of Hwy 49 & Secondary Hwy 725
RR1, Spirit River AB
T0H 3G0
T. 780-864-3760
Fax 780-864-3904
Toll-free 1-888-864-3760
frontdesk@saddlehills.ab.ca
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