The Ann and Sandy Cross Conservation Area is a 4800 acre day use natural area located just south west of the city of Calgary in Alberta, Canada. The conservation area is dedicated to protecting habitat and providing space for native species of wildlife; offering conservation education programs (particularily to young people) without jeopardizing wildlife and habitat; and managing human use of the Area through 'entry by appointment only.' The Sandy Cross Conservation Foundation is the proud recipient of the 2002 Emerald Award for education! These awards recognize Albertans for outstanding achievements in projects which protect, preserve, enhance and sustain the environment. We are excited to announce that our book Paradise Preserved: The Ann and Sandy Cross Conservation Area by award-winning author, Bruce Masterman, is now in bookstores. This 144-page hardcover book tells the story of our wonderful 4,800-acre conservation area. It is a story of selfless generosity, love of flora and fauna and a vision to preserve a huge chunk of land in the face of encroaching development so that children and others could learn about the natural world and our place in it. Paradise Preserved is beautifully illustrated with more than 100 colour photographs, most of which were taken by Mike Sturk, an extremely talented Calgary photographer. At just $29.95, Paradise Preserved is available at major bookstores and at the Cross Conservation Area. All royalties will go to the Sandy Cross Conservation Foundation. Please note that if you purchase your book at the Cross Conservation Area, 100% of the proceeds will go to directly to the Foundation. To order the book online at $29.95, plus shipping and handling, email info@crossconservation.org or call (403) 931-1042. Website supported by:      Photo credits for the website: Carolyn Sandstrom & Russ Amy Cross Conservation Area Goodman, McDougall & Associates Ltd. Mike Sturk