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Terri-Lee Reid

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Help Your Aquatic Neighbours: How to Properly Drain a Hot Tub

  • December 21, 2022
  • by Terri-Lee Reid
Did you know that there is a right and a wrong way to get rid of your hot tub water? Doing it the wrong way not only harms aquatic environments…
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  • Connecting With Nature

Climate Change: Hot or Cold?

  • December 5, 2022
  • by Terri-Lee Reid
Climate change is making winters colder and warmer. How does that work? We hear of climate change making winters colder, but we also hear that climate change is making winters…
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Wildlife Coming in Your House?

  • November 10, 2022
  • by Terri-Lee Reid
As the cooler weather arrives, we’re busy prepping for the onset of fall and winter. Perhaps we’re putting away patio furniture, stacking wood or draining pools. We’re not the only…
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“Shaft of Light” by Sherwin Calaluan
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  • Lakes & Rivers

Are We to Blame for Lakes Getting Warmer?

  • November 8, 2022
  • by Terri-Lee Reid
It seems that people, at least in part, are to blame for lakes getting warmer and for reduced ice cover. At least, that is what a study in the journal…
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The Good, the Bad and the Ugly of Wildfires

  • August 17, 2022
  • by Terri-Lee Reid
Fire is a natural process and is needed to maintain a healthy forest, with many species actually dependent on it. However, it isn’t all good news. Let’s explore some of…
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  • Lakes & Rivers

What’s Happening to Canada’s Common Loons?

  • July 13, 2022
  • by Terri-Lee Reid
Mention Common Loons and images of pristine lakes echoing with the enchanting calls of these beloved water birds probably comes to mind. However, recent data reveals a cry for help…
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Meet the Neighbours

  • March 15, 2022
  • by Terri-Lee Reid
When climate change rears its ugly head it makes new neighbours out of species that really shouldn’t be sharing pace with We know climate change is having many impacts on…
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  • Lakes & Rivers

Waterways Under A-Salt!

  • December 2, 2021
  • by Terri-Lee Reid
If you thought the use of road salt only impacted our lakes and rivers in the winter, think again! Road salt, usually sodium chloride, is applied to our roads, sidewalks…
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Alien Species on the Rise

  • November 10, 2021
  • by Terri-Lee Reid
What are these species and how are they affecting our native species here in Canada?   A study published last year states that non-native species are expected to increase by…
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Closing-up the Cottage With Nature in Mind

  • November 2, 2021
  • by Terri-Lee Reid
With fall comes sweater weather, beautifully coloured leaves, cooler temperatures, and for many — time to close the cottage for winter. Below are some shoreline-friendly tips to keep in mind…
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