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Green Thumbs: Wildlife-friendly Gardening for the Whole Family
Gardening is a fun and accessible way to get outside and learn about nature close to home. Whether you have a large backyard or a small balcony space, you and…
Be a Turtle Hero
Why did the turtle cross the road? To get to the other side. Not much of a joke, but right now (late May and June) many turtles are crossing roads…
Tips for Making Outdoor Exploring Safer
Getting outside more often is great in theory. But the reality of poison ivy and ticks can create anxiety or even keep people inside. However, experiencing nature is good for…
Biodiversity in Action: Learning About Life on Earth
The diversity of life on Earth is staggering, but much of it remains a mystery to us. More than one million species have been identified on our planet to date,…
The Sonic Markers of Spring
For me, there are certain iconic sounds that herald the arrival of spring and which I look forward to every year. The first male American Robins and Red-wing blackbirds usually…
A Burning Problem: Wildfires in Canada
Wildfires are expected to rise in the 21st century, and the trend has already started in Canada’s northwestern boreal regions. What does this mean for Canada and our forests? If…
The North Atlantic Right Whale: Tracking 10 Mother-Calf Pairings
When we talk about endangered species, we often talk numbers. After all, it’s important to emphasize that only around 400 North Atlantic Right Whales remain, making this species one of…
SOS: Saving Our Species at Risk
Are you ready to step up in support of Canada’s species at risk? You and your family can be part of a national rescue mission to save plants and animals…
Backyard Sanctuary Oasis for Wildlife Photographer
Guest blogger Jason George is a wildlife photographer and CWF Wildlife-friendly Certified Gardener. I love wildlife. I think that Canada has some amazing wildlife. ~Jason George So, a little bit…
Migratory Birds: Learning on the Fly
Interested in learning more about migratory birds? Well, you don’t have to “wing” it! In celebration of World Migratory Bird Day on May 9, we’ve put together another set of…
