OBJECTIVES * To provide a unified voice for naturalists on conservation issues. * To encourage Albertans to increase knowledge and understanding of natural history and ecological processes. * To organize field meetings, conferences, nature camps, research symposia and other activities. * To promote the exchange of data among clubs and societies. * To promote the formation of new natural history clubs in all areas of the province. PHILOSOPHY * All Albertans benefit by having access to a healthy, natural environment. * Increased understanding of our natural heritage will lead to increased appreciation and result in greater protection of it. * All native species of animals and plants have a right to co-exist with Albertans. CODE OF ETHICS * Provide only programs which do not have negative affect on the natural environment. * Support sustainable development only as defined in the World Conservation Strategy. * Respect the rights of wildlife to live without unnecessary disturbance. We endorse Nature Canada's Code of Conduct for Birders (Nature Canada, Fall, 1988). * Not to collect specimens on organized field trips.