Conservation crossword

Play the conservation crossword puzzle!

July 3, 2014 | by Carys Richards

I have always enjoyed puzzles. They're a fun, interactive way to pass the time, and a good learning tool for just about everybody, which is why I've elected to try my hand at composing a conservation-themed crossword. If you're stuck inside on a rainy day and craving a nature fix, give my crossword a try.

Click here to open the crossword in an interactive PDF.

(Hint: Search for all of the answers in our glossary.)

Or highlight to see them below:

Across

1. Easement

3. Threatened

8. Prescribed burn

9. NCC

10. Be

11.SARA

12. Community

Down

1. Extirpated

2. Tribute

4. Ecosystem

5. Extinct

6. Fen

7. Ungulate

10. Bog

About the Author

Carys Richards is the communications manager for NCC’s Alberta Region.