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Building and setting eel traps
Our 2014 American eel team has been busy over the last month preparing for our upcoming field season! As mentioned in our previous post, one of our goals this season…
An Interview on Bats and Bat Houses
On June 12, 2014 I did an interview for Compass on bats and bat houses. You can check it out by clicking this link and forwarding to the 21:12 mark!
Pretty Patterns
One of the things that caught my eye the other day was the neat way prairie smoke (Geum triflorum) seed heads develop. I love their whimsical plumes which gave them their other…
Hidden Treasures
Canada has so many gorgeous native plants. Their colours and textures can be easily seen, such as sunflowers, columbines and coneflowers. There are others, though, whose beauty and fascinating design is only seen…
We’re In The News – But It’s Not A Good News Story
There’s been a lot of media attention lately regarding declining bat populations. Check out these links below: Click here to view the Global News coverage Check out the Weather Network…
The Ferns are Unfurling
Here’s my latest plug for the magnificence of nature and all the exquisite shapes, colours and textures that are there to be admired…if we take the time to notice. Each…
Weeding out Invasive Plants
Here in eastern Canada, spring plants like mayapple and trilliums are beginning to leaf out while others, like bloodroot and hepatica, are blooming. The treetops are still bare as is much of the ground.…
Book Review – Trees & Shrubs of Newfoundland and Labrador
For nature buffs who want to learn more about the woody plants of Canada’s easternmost province, you might be interested in Trees & Shrubs of Newfoundland and Labrador. It’s one…
What’s Growin’ in the Garden (and Beyond)
As you walk or drive through your neighbourhood, you may spot the colourful blooms of bulbs like crocuses and daffodils. For much of Canada, now is also a good time to stroll…
Happy Earth Day!
Hello and Happy Earth Day! Let’s celebrate this special day by truly practicing a little awe for the wonderful world that is our home. I loved this Ted Talk with…
