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A Video That Reminds Us To Re-Connect With Nature!
Let’s face it – most of use some sort of social media to keep in touch with family and friends and we all have our favourite electronic gadgets. And, for…
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…
Back to the Basics
Have you ever wondered if there was something beyond organic, something that mimics nature even more beautifully? This eloquent and inspiring video shares some eye opening discoveries and methods of growing healthy…
Humpback Loses ‘Threatened’ Status
Written by Sean Brillant, Manager of Marine Conservation [IMAGE] The announcement by the Canadian government over the Easter holiday weekend that it will be removing SARA protection for the…
WNS is Spreading West
[PHOTO CREDIT: KAREN VANDERWOLF/NB MUSERUM] I am sorry to report that WNS has been confirmed in three counties in Michigan, and one county in Wisconsin . In Michigan, five little…
Swimming with Sharks
Guest Blogger: Anthony Joseph Over a five day stretch in February the Canadian Wildlife Federation along with world-record breath-holding free diver and ocean environmentalist William Winram toured across Ontario to…
Science Night!
A few weeks ago Donald McAlpine, a curator at the New Brunswick Museum, and myself visited Princess Elizabeth School to participate in their Science Night program. The program was well…
Triple Your Gift and Help Species At-Risk!
Increased forestry, mining and other industrial activities are taking a toll on the habitat and the health of our wildlife. As Canadians, it is critical that we protect our wild…
