The Goats Have Arrived!
There’s a new pilot project on right now in one city park that will help combat noxious weeds. A herd of 170 goats is being introduced to Rundle Park between July and September and they have been specially trained to munch on Canada thistle, leafy spurge, common tansy, common burdock, yellow toadflax as well as the occasional dandelion. This pilot project comes after the city voted in 2015 to reduce it’s use of herbicides. Goats are known for their iron stomachs. They are able to consume plants that may be toxic to other animals due to special stomach enzymes. The plan is to have the goats consume the weeds before they…
YEG’s Favorite Summer Festivals
Edmonton is nicknamed the Festival City and for good reason. Summertime in Edmonton means non-stop festivals and fun. Here’s a list of some of the great festivals and cultural experiences YEG has to offer. June 20-July 16 – Freewill Shakespeare Festival June 30-July 9 – Sand on Whyte July 7-9 – Whyte Avenue’s Art Walk July 7-16 – Edmonton International Street Performers Festival July 20-29 – Taste of Edmonton July 21-23 – Interstellar Rodeo July 21-30 – K-Days August 5-7 – Servus Heritage Festival August 10-13 – Edmonton Folk Music Festival August 11-13 – Cariwest August 12-13 – Edmonton Latin Festival August 17-27 – Edmonton International Fringe™ Theatre Festival…
