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6 Early Summer Wildflowers in the Carolinian Forest
The Long Point Basin on Lake Erie’s north shore is one of Canada’s most biologically diverse regions. Nestled in the heart of the Carolinian Ecozone, this region is comprised of…
4 Ways to Celebrate #PollinatorWeek with the Canadian Wildlife Federation!
Pollinator Week is an annual event celebrated internationally in support of pollinator health. When you think of pollinators, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? Often we think of…
Dandelions: The Good and the Bad
It’s spring in Central Ontario, which means the dandelions have finished blooming with a flurry. Seed heads are now blowing those fluffy seeds around. I’ve seen a lot of social…
How to Protect a Wetland With a Photograph
Did you know that one photograph could protect a wetland and all the species that depend upon it? If you submit a photo of a Blanding’s Turtle in Ontario to…
Using Neonic-free Plants in Your Garden This Year
It’s almost June and across the country our trees and shrubs have the fresh green of new leaves. Some have blossoms coming and going, from serviceberries to crab apples as…
5 Reasons Why Canada Should Play a Role in Freshwater Turtle Conservation
It sometimes seems like half of the year in Canada is winter. That might not be quite true, but it can make people wonder if the Great White North is…
Butterflies Plant Preferences May Be Changing — And in an Unexpected Direction
Climate change is a serious and, unfortunately, always present concern for our planet. Its impacts are far reaching and may also affect the ‘seasonal routine’ of many organisms, including the…
Winter Monarch Butterfly Population Numbers Released — And It’s Not Good
The newest winter counts for the winter population of eastern Monarch Butterflies have been released (March 21, 2023). “In December 2022, Monarchs occupied 2.21 hectares, compared to 2.84 hectares at…
Earth Day Every Day for WILD Outside Youth
In late April, 10 young WILD Outside participants walked through the woods around Clair Lake in Waterloo, Ontario looking for trash. Despite the crisp and unpredictable weather of a late…
Am I Bugging You?
It is a common — and completely understandable — misconception that the best habitats for biodiversity are undisturbed habitats. The grasslands conjure an image of thick mature forests, tall waving grasses…
