The Venue

Barrier Lake station contains a variety of dormitory style accommodation. Linens are available for groups and researchers. There is a laundry facility onsite with coin operated machines.

The Main Lodge contains two wings which sleep 26 people. The South wing has 8 rooms with bunkbeds (max 16 people) and a shared washroom facility accessible for wheelchairs. The North wing has 5 rooms (max 10 people) with bunkbeds and shared washroom facility.

The Forestry lodge has 11 rooms with a bunkbed to sleep 44 people. There are two shared washrooms and separate shower facilities. The forestry lodge includes self-catered kitchen/dining facility and lounge area for groups to socialize.

Duplex accommodation is available to researchers and groups and contain a small kitchen with basic supplies, 1 bathroom, 1 or 2 bedrooms with bunkbeds, and a loft with two single beds. Depending on the unit, a duplex can hold 6 or 10 people maximum. Duplexes can be booked on a monthly basis.

Ride Share

The conference organizers will be arranging rides for attendees from Calgary to the Barrier Lake Field Station.