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WILD Spaces: Water & Shelter
Every wildlife‑friendly space needs food, water, shelter and earth-friendly gardening practices (no pesticide use). Now that you’ve connected with your outdoor space and started planning your native plant garden, it’s…
Native Wild Strawberries: Sweet Additions to Your Garden
A beloved Canadian tradition in the summer months is to go strawberry picking with family or friends. To be out amongst rows of strawberry plants, eagerly peeking through their leaves…
The Secret Is Out
When grassland scientists, conservationists, managers and advocates get together, it is like being part of a secret club. Sometimes being part of a small, exclusive group feels good. We have…
Biodiversity in a warming world
Tracking the ever-shifting ranges of wildlife is no easy feat. Natural population fluctuations, seasonal differences, and changes in the landscape all influence where species are found. Yet one major driver…
Life Under Frozen Water
Brr, it’s cold outside! It’s February in Canada which means much of this country is covered in snow, air temperatures are chilly and lakes and ponds are covered with ice.…
Nature-based Education in Winter: Hibernation and Brumation
When winter arrives, not everyone is a snow lover. While many animals migrate or stay active through the winter, others rely on incredible energy‑saving strategies to make it through the…
Discovering Canada’s Hidden Wildlife with iNaturalist
Frequent users of the iNaturalist app and its online platform understand the potential for discovery inherent in its use. A recent example of this happened in the Brantford, Ontario area,…
WILD Spaces: Connect and Learn
Welcome to a new year of exploration with the Canadian Wildlife Federation’s WILD Spaces Program! We’re so pleased to have you join us on a journey that empowers students from…
How to Help Juncos
While Dark-eyed Juncos (Junco hyemalis) aren’t a species at-risk, they can always use a helping hand! They are one of North America’s most abundant forest birds, often found in forest…
5 Reasons Why Woodpeckers Don’t Get Concussions
It doesn’t take much to harm a human brain. For example, you can get a concussion (a type of mild traumatic brain injury) by bumping into something, getting a blow…
