MacTaggart Sanctuary

While working in the new MacTaggart subdivision near the Whitemud creek area, I came across an old sign posted on a fence. I believe this could've been the western side of the boundary that protects an area known as the MacTaggart Sanctuary.



Here is some information I gathered from a Google search:

The 257-acre Mactaggart Sanctuary in Whitemud Creek Ravine was donated by Sandy A. Mactaggart and the Province of Alberta to the University of Alberta and the City of Edmonton as a nature preserve in the 1980s. Ample evidence of beaver and gopher activity on the short, level path along the stream's edge (fun even for toddlers!) and the steeper, more challenging walk through the forest. Many local residents walk their dogs through this area.

I was actually unaware of this little gem hidden in south-side of the city. To locate it, here is the address:

Parking is available in a small lot on the south side of 23rd Avenue at Smith's Crossing; walk across the blue bridge to enter the Sanctuary.