Ranchers Save Endangered Grasslands | Calgary News

A ranching family in southern Alberta just pulled off a major environmental win by conserving 16 hectares of critically endangered native fescue grassland near Waterton Lakes National Park — a vital carbon sink and wildlife corridor. The Southwells cleverly preserved the land while still grazing cattle, proving ranching and conservation can coexist. This piece is part of a 6,000-hectare wildlife haven for pronghorn, grizzlies, songbirds, and more. Supported by Cenovus Energy and the federal Ecological Gifts Program, the move ensures this fragile ecosystem — and the species that depend on it — will thrive for generations. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/abb5838b1a020141